Lily Collins delivered a heartfelt tribute to her father, music legend Phil Collins, on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, to mark his 75th birthday, sharing rare and personal photos of the father-daughter duo as they celebrated together despite ongoing health challenges.
The “Emily in Paris” star’s touching message to her father resonated with fans around the world, highlighting their deep bond and meaningful memories spanning decades of life both in and out of the spotlight.
Collins, 36, took to Instagram to post a series of photos showing her and Phil side by side, smiling and embracing the milestone moment.
In addition to current snaps, she included a nostalgic polaroid of herself being carried by her father when she was younger, illustrating the lasting warmth and connection between them.
“Yesterday Dad turned 75 and I feel so grateful to have celebrated together,” she wrote. “For all you’ve accomplished, all the joy you’ve brought so many all over the world for ALL these years, all the lessons we’ve learned, all the memories we’ve shared and all the new ones to come, thank you.”
Lily continued the message with heartfelt gratitude, noting how fortunate she felt to have had the chance to hug, laugh and reminisce with her father on such a significant day in his life.
“Proud is an understatement. Love you to the moon and back again,” she added, emphasizing the deep love and admiration she holds for her father.
A Legend Facing Health Struggles
The birthday tribute comes amid public updates from Phil himself about his ongoing health challenges, which have included nerve damage, knee problems, kidney complications, type 2 diabetes and other issues that have affected his mobility and quality of life.
On BBC’s Eras podcast in late January, he shared that he now has a 24-hour live-in nurse to help manage his medication and daily needs — a significant change for the iconic drummer and solo artist.
Despite health setbacks, including the emotional decision to retire from drumming and live performances in March 2022, Phil has maintained a positive outlook and continues to inspire fans with his resilience and reflections on a storied musical career that includes his time with Genesis and a prolific solo catalog.
Their Relationship Through the Years
Lily and Phil’s relationship hasn’t always been an easy one, as she has openly written about the complexities of their dynamic in her memoir, including periods of distance and growth.
But moments like this birthday celebration show how strong bonds can endure and evolve over time, even as life presents new challenges.
Fans responded to Lily’s post with an outpouring of warmth and admiration, celebrating not just Phil’s legacy in music but the genuine family love on display.
The rare photos and sincere message underscore the importance of shared milestones and the power of expressing gratitude for the ones you love — especially as time with them becomes ever more precious.
