Liv Tyler

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Liv Tyler is the daughter of model Bebe Buell and Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler. She was introduced to the fashion world as a teenager and began her professional career as a model at the age of 14. After appearing in several television commercials and print campaigns, she quickly lost interest in modeling and chose to pursue acting instead.

Tyler made her film debut in 1994 with Silent Fall, followed by a series of minor roles that helped her gain screen experience. Her first major critical breakthrough came in 1996 with Bernardo Bertolucci’s Stealing Beauty, where her performance as Lucy Harmon earned widespread praise and positioned her as a talented upcoming actress.

Her career reached a global peak with her portrayal of Arwen Undómiel in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, beginning with The Fellowship of the Ring in 2001. The franchise brought her massive international recognition and remains the most commercially successful chapter of her career. Following the trilogy, Tyler appeared in a diverse range of films, including The Strangers, Super, Robot & Frank, and Space Station 76, often favoring character-driven or unconventional projects.

After establishing herself in film, Liv Tyler successfully transitioned to television, earning renewed critical acclaim for her role in the HBO drama series The Leftovers. She continued her successful run in later years with projects like Harlots and 9-1-1: Lone Star.

In her personal life, Liv Tyler was married to British musician Royston Langdon from 2003 to 2008, and the couple shares one child. In 2014, she began a relationship with British entertainment manager David Gardner. The two became engaged in 2015 but ended their engagement in March 2021. Together, they have two children, a son and a daughter.

Quick Facts:

Full Name	Liv Rundgren Tyler
Born	July 1, 1977
Profession	Actress, former model
Notable Work	The Lord of the Rings, Armageddon, The Leftovers
Education	Portland Alternative High School
Active Since	1991
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Shoe Size	US 10
Net Worth	Estimated at $50 million
Personal Life	A mother of three
Fun Fact	Did not learn her biological father’s identity until her teens

Liv Tyler Personal Details:

Complete Name: Liv Rundgren Tyler
Date of Birth: July 1, 1977
Birthplace: New York City, United States
Nationality: American
Occupation: Actress, former model
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Race/Ethnicity: White
Religion: Christian
Eye Color: Blue
Hair Color: Dark Brown

Liv Tyler Family Details:

Liv Tyler’s family background is closely tied to American music and entertainment history. Her biological father is musician Steven Tyler, frontman of Aerosmith, while her mother, Bebe Buell, is a model and singer. As an adult, Tyler became the mother of three children from her multiple relationships.

Father: Steven Tyler (musician)
Mother: Bebe Buell (model, singer)
Raised By: Todd Rundgren (musician)
Siblings: Mia Tyler and others (half-siblings)
Marital Status: Divorced
Spouse: Royston Langdon (m. 2003–2009)
Children: Lula Rose Gardner, Sailor Gene Gardner, Milo William Langdon

Liv Tyler Relationship History:

Liv Tyler has had several long-term relationships, including marriages and partnerships that resulted in children. Most notably, she was married to musician Royston Langdon from 2003 to 2008 and later remained engaged to entertainment manager David Gardner.

Liv Tyler Body Measurements:

Liv Tyler has a tall, slender build that’s suitable for both fashion modeling and cinematic casting. Her height places her above the average for film actresses. Her build has remained relatively stable across decades.

Measurement	Value
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight	57 kg (126lbs)
Bust	36 in
Waist	25 in
Hips	34 in
Cup Size	B
Shoe Size	10 (US)

Liv Tyler vs Industry Averages

Metric	Liv Tyler	Industry Average (Film Actresses)
Height	5 ft 10 in	5 ft 5 in
Waist-to-Hip Ratio	~0.71	~0.74
Body Shape	Slim / Rectangle	Rectangle (most common)

Industry Measurement Context

Tyler’s height is notably above the Hollywood average, aligning more closely with high-fashion standards. This physical profile contributed to early modeling work and later casting in fantasy and period films, where height is given a preference.

Measurement Variations Over Time

Early career: Very slim, model-influenced proportions
Later years: Slightly fuller proportions with a consistent waist ratio

Liv Tyler Career Highlights:

Early & Breakthrough

Liv Tyler’s acting breakthrough came in the mid-1990s, following early modeling work. Her role in Armageddon brought mainstream recognition and established her as a leading actress.

Mainstream Success

She achieved international acclaim portraying Arwen in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, a role that cemented her place within fantasy cinema and broadened her global fan base.

Top Filmography:

Title	Role	Year
Armageddon	Grace Stamper	1998
The Lord of the Rings	Arwen	2001–2003
The Incredible Hulk	Betty Ross	2008
The Leftovers	Meg Abbott	2014–2017

Liv Tyler Net Worth:

Estimated Net Worth: $50 million

Primary Income Sources

Film and television acting salaries
Modeling and fashion campaigns

Career Phase: Established

Net Worth Breakdown

The majority of Liv Tyler’s net worth comes from long-term acting earnings in major film franchises and steady television work. Modeling and fashion work contributed to her wealth earlier, but now play a secondary role.

Industry comparison

Above average for actresses with similar career longevity.