Sylvie looking thoughtful with her mother behind her in Emily in Paris season 4 part 1

Mild spoilers ahead for Emily in Paris season 4, part 1.

In Emily in Paris season 4, part 1, viewers finally meet Sylvie’s (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu) mother in the fourth episode, “The Grey Area,” prompting folks to wonder more about the actress who plays Heloise. The fourth season doesn’t add too many new faces to Emily in Paris‘ cast of characters, with the majority of the drama unfolding between Camille (Camille Razat), Gabriel (Lucas Bravo), and other pre-existing personalities. Picking up from Emily in Paris season 3’s cliffhanger ending, a pregnant Camille jilts Gabriel at the altar, which leaves Emily (Lily Collins) and Alfie’s (Lucien Laviscount) relationship in shambles too.

Although Emily in Paris‘ love triangle between Emily, Gabriel, and Alfie is short-lived, the romantic comedy-drama’s fourth outing is still packed with twists and turns. By Emily in Paris season 4’s ending, things are even messier than when they started, even if Emily herself isn’t the cause of the drama. After being dumped by Sofia (Melia Kreiling), Camille realizes she isn’t pregnant — a detail she neglects to tell Gabriel. Even Sylvie, who’s usually the show’s most put-together character, weathers some highs and lows, prompting her to call upon her mother, Heloise.

Liliane Rovère Plays Sylvie’s Mom Heloise In Emily In Paris

Heloise Comes To The Rescue In Emily In Paris Season 4, Part 1, Episode 4

Liliane Rovère as Heloise at the nightclub smiling at Laurent in Emily in Paris

Played by French actress Liliane Rovère, Sylvie’s mom, Heloise, enters the story in a surprising manner.Emily in Paris season 4, part 1 tackles workplace harassment by casting Louis de Léon (Pierre Deny), Nicolas de Léon’s (Paul Forman) father, as a long-time sexual predator who’s well-known for harassing women in JVMA’s couture closet. The powerful head of JVMA, Louis has been untouchable for decades, even though most women who have worked for the company were affected by his inappropriate and predatory actions — including Sylvie Grateau, who left JVMA as a result of Louis’ impropriety.

Throughout Emily in Paris season 4, a reporter reaches out to Sylvie about sharing her story; without someone as powerful and well-regarded as Sylvie lending her voice, the exposé on Louis won’t take him down. Unfortunately, Sylvie’s husband, Laurent G. (Arnaud Binard), is working with Louis on a new business endeavor — and JVMA is assisting Sylvie’s firm with an all-important party. After exposing Louis, Sylvie reaches out to her mother for professional support. Heloise, also known as the Queen of the Night, was the owner of Paris’ hottest nightclub in the ’70s and still has the space.

What Else Liliane Rovère Is Known For

Rovère Appeared As Madame Queen In “Round Midnight” & Dated Jazz Musician Chet Baker

Liliane Rovère in Call My Agent

Actress Liliane Rovère boasts a life-long love of jazz music, which makes her Emily in Paris role more fun. After moving to the US, Rovère met legendary cool jazz trumpeter Chet Baker at the height of his fame, an encounter that led to the couple’s two-year romantic relationship. In the wake of their breakup, Rovère took acting classes, landing supporting roles on television. In 1986, she appeared as Madame Queen in Round Midnight, a film full of jazz musician cameos. Aside from Emily in Paris, her other notable credits include Call My Agent! and The Grocer’s Son.

Emily in Paris season 4, part 1 is now streaming on Netflix, with part 2 to follow on September 12, 2024.