Lizzie Brocheré

Elizabete D'Clouassam Brocheré, known professionally as Lizzie Brocheré, is a French actress, writer, and producer whose career spans over two decades and includes a remarkable blend of French cinema and American television. Born on 22 March 1985 in Paris, France, she entered the acting world at a young age, making her screen debut at seventeen in Hugo Santiago's Le Loup de la côte Ouest (2002), where she portrayed the character Jeanne, a role that showcased her early talent and set the stage for future successes. Her breakthrough arrived with the lead role in the Dogme 95 film One to Another, directed by Jean‑Marc Barr and Pascal Arnold, a sensual drama that highlighted her ability to handle complex, emotionally charged characters and earned her recognition within the European independent film community. Building on this momentum, Brocheré continued to collaborate with Barr and Arnold on the thriller American Translation, further solidifying her reputation as a versatile performer capable of navigating diverse genres. She earned critical acclaim for her performance in Karin Albou's The Wedding Song, a poignant drama that garnered her the Best Actress Award at the Saint‑Jean‑de‑Luz Film Festival, underscoring her talent and dedication to her craft. Transitioning to English‑language projects, Brocheré became known to U.S. audiences through her supporting role as Coco in Guillermo del Toro's horror series The Strain (2015), and as one of the three principal leads in the science‑fiction drama Falling Water (2016‑2018), where her nuanced performance added depth to the show's intricate narrative. She also delivered a memorable turn as Grace in American Horror Story: Asylum, further cementing her presence in high‑profile American television. Beyond series work, she appeared in the period drama Versailles and the BBC's The Hour, demonstrating her adaptability across historical and contemporary settings. Throughout her career, Brocheré has consistently expanded her artistic repertoire, taking on writing and producing roles that reflect her commitment to storytelling and the evolution of her creative vision.