If you’re a “Twilight” fan, get ready to flip out. Remember tiny Renesmee Cullen, the daughter of Edward Cullen and Bella Swan?
Actress Mackenzie Christine Foy, who played the adorable little girl in the 2011 and 2012 releases, is now all grown up. She was born on November 10, 2000, in Los Angeles, California.
Mackenzie Foy Grows Up in Style: From Vampire Kid to Red Carpet Regular
Despite her elegant red carpet presence, Mackenzie Foy is quite petite, standing at just 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm). She wears a US women’s shoe size 6, which adds to her delicate, youthful appearance.
Her petite stature becomes especially noticeable when she’s photographed alongside much taller stars, such as director Ashley Avis, who stands at 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m). The height contrast highlights Foy’s graceful posture and ability to carry bold fashion looks even with a smaller frame.
Mackenzie Foy, in a classic black dress and white Mary Jane heels, poses with statuesque director Ashley Avis, who towers in metallic strappy stilettos, at the Los Angeles premiere of Wild Beauty: Mustang Spirit of the West on May 11, 2023 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
She is best known for portraying Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson’s half-vampire daughter in the 2012 film The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2. In The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1, she is only briefly shown in a flash-forward scene.
Mackenzie Foy exudes vintage charm in a floral sheer Miu Miu dress paired with classic white Mary Jane heels at the Miu Miu Club event in Paris on June 29, 2019 (Credit: Brian To / WENN / FayesVision / Adriana M. Barraza)
How Old Was Mackenzie Foy When She Filmed Twilight? A Look Back at Her Breakout Role
Both films were shot back-to-back as one project. Filming commenced on July 9, 2010, when Mackenzie Foy was 9 years old. She turned 12 just days before the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 on November 16, 2012.
Mackenzie Foy as Renesmee Cullen with her on-screen parents Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
“Being on Twilight, that was my first film. So everything I learned on that set, I was learning for the first time,” Foy told ET at the Nutcracker premiere in November 2018.
“That was a film that I really knew, and understood what a film is and how it worked. So anything that I did in that process really prepared me for the rest of my career.”
“I do. I do try to. They were just amazing people,” she said about keeping in touch with her Twilight parents. “I have so many wonderful memories just working with them and hanging out with them. So I do try to talk to them.”
A young Mackenzie Foy glows in a shimmering navy textured dress at the world premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on November 14, 2011
Mackenzie Foy Shines at the Thor: Ragnarok Premiere in Youthful Designer Glam
In October 2017, the then-16-year-old actress was spotted on the red carpet at the premiere of the “Thor: Ragnarok” film in Hollywood.
Mackenzie Foy attends the “Thor: Ragnarok” film premiere at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood on October 10, 2017
Yes, we know. Our jaws dropped as well.
Mackenzie, who now easily towers over her on-screen mother Kristen Stewart, moved on from her tiny vampire frocks to an all-out designer bonanza. Her beautiful, pale skin glowed against a blush-toned two-piece Miu Miu outfit with crystal studs.
Mackenzie Foy sparkles in a blush pink embellished Miu Miu two-piece outfit paired with eye-catching metallic block-heel sandals at the Thor: Ragnarok premiere in Hollywood
With the help of celebrity go-to stylists Jill Lincoln and Jordan Johnson, the actress polished the youthful look with a pair of Miu Miu embellished sandals and a Prada clutch.
Mackenzie Foy flaunts a soft nude pedicure in glamorous metallic Miu Miu sandals, featuring sculpted block heels adorned with sparkling crystal embellishments
The teenager had been lying low since her last project, “Interstellar,” in 2015. We assume she stayed off the radar to focus on her studies or to lead an everyday teenage life.
Mackenzie departs slightly from her Miu Miu look with a jewel-embellished Prada clutch
The actress returned to the big screen in 2018 as Princess Clara in “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms,” a 2018 American fantasy adventure film.
Mackenzie shows off a youthful glow in a high ponytail and rosy makeup
Mackenzie portrays Princess Clara Stahlbaum, a young girl who travels into the Four Realms, searching for a key to a gift from her late mother Marie.
The film also stars Keira Knightley, Eugenio Derbez, Matthew Macfadyen, Richard E. Grant, Misty Copeland, Helen Mirren, and Morgan Freeman.
Mackenzie uploads a close-up of her gorgeous Prada clutch (Credit: Mackenzie Foy’s Instagram)
Check out Mackenzie’s gorgeous sandals:
Miu Miu Metallic Goat Leather Sandals
Turning Heads in Tamara Mellon: Mackenzie Foy Steps Out in Bold Red Sandals at Marie Claire’s Fresh Faces Event
Earlier that same year, the young actress also showcased her feet in red Tamara Mellon sandals at Marie Claire’s “Fresh Faces” event.
Mackenzie Foy’s playful pink embellished Kate Spade New York dress
She paired her shoes with a playful pink embellished Kate Spade New York dress and carried an Edie Parker ‘Jean’ clutch.
Mackenzie Foy wearing a pink embellished Kate Spade New York dress at Marie Claire’s “Fresh Faces” in West Hollywood on April 21, 2017
The starlet carrying an Edie Parker ‘Jean’ clutch
Mackenzie Foy puts her polished toes on display in daring red Tamara Mellon sandals, featuring sleek transparent straps and slender stiletto heels
Twilight Stars: Fashion Moments and Behind-the-Scenes Insights
Explore how the cast of The Twilight Saga has evolved over the years, both on and off the red carpet. From iconic roles to standout fashion choices, here’s a glimpse into their journeys:
Kristen Stewart’s Influence on Casting Robert Pattinson
- Role: Bella Swan in Twilight
- Insight: Kristen Stewart played a pivotal role in casting Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen, believing he was the perfect fit for the character.
- Read more: Kristen Stewart’s Role in Casting Robert Pattinson
Ashley Greene’s Transformation into Alice Cullen
- Role: Alice Cullen in Twilight
- Insight: From pixie wigs to signature outfits, Ashley Greene embraced Alice Cullen’s style, bringing the character to life with her unique fashion sense.
- Read more: Ashley Greene’s Twilight Transformation
Dakota Fanning’s Portrayal of Jane Volturi
- Role: Jane Volturi in The Twilight Saga
- Insight: At just 15, Dakota Fanning took on the role of the powerful Jane Volturi, adding depth and intensity to the Volturi guard.
- Read more: Dakota Fanning’s Role as Jane Volturi
Anna Kendrick’s Experience as Jessica Stanley
- Role: Jessica Stanley in Twilight
- Insight: Anna Kendrick shared her candid thoughts on filming Twilight, describing it as a unique and sometimes chilly experience.
- Read more: Why Anna Kendrick Didn’t Like Filming Twilight
Nikki Reed’s Journey from ‘Thirteen’ to Rosalie Hale
- Role: Rosalie Hale in The Twilight Saga
- Insight: Nikki Reed’s transition from indie films to mainstream success was marked by her portrayal of the complex Rosalie Hale.
- Read more: Nikki Reed’s Remarkable Career
These stories offer a deeper look into the lives and styles of the Twilight cast, reflecting their growth and the lasting impact of the saga.