Gillian Anderson is our
new Global Ambassador
L’Oréal Paris, the number one beauty brand in the world, welcomes multi-award-winning actress, writer, tireless activist and mother of three, Gillian Anderson, to the powerful L’Oréal Paris family.
"We are honoured to welcome Gillian Anderson to the L’Oréal Paris family. Not only is she a true icon with a decades-long career that spans stage and screen, but she shares our mission at L’Oréal Paris to empower women to celebrate their beauty at every age. With her history of inspiring women, elevating their stories, and fighting for their rights, she encourages all of us to defy conventional timelines and be unstoppable – no matter our age."
— Delphine Viguier-Hovasse,
L’Oréal Paris Global President
Playing strong, independent women
Born in Chicago, raised in London and Michigan, Gillian embodied the spirit of the times as Special Agent Dana Scully in the long-running series The X-Files. Her iconic role went on to inspire a new generation of women to pursue careers in medicine, science and law enforcement in a phenomenon that became known as “The Scully Effect”.
Since then, she has become renowned for playing strong, independent female characters, attracting acclaim on both stage and screen in productions such as A Streetcar Named Desire, All About Eve, The House of Mirth, The Last King of Scotland, The Fall, Sex Education, The Crown, along with 2024’s films Scoop and The Salt Path.
A versatile and dedicated actress, Gillian Anderson has won two Emmys, two Golden Globes, four SAG Awards, and an honorary OBE (2016) for her services to drama.
"Women are extraordinary; unique, complex, brilliant, beautiful inside and out, at every age. Yet the conventional narrative surrounding women and aging, rarely, if ever reflects that. L’Oréal Paris has championed women of all ages for decades, and I’m thrilled to join them as they inspire women to break free from stereotypes and put themselves at the center of their own stories."
— Gillian Anderson
Shining a light on women’s stories
Gillian Anderson's activism deeply resonates with the core values of L'Oréal Paris, particularly in championing women's empowerment, sustainability, and inclusivity.
As a feminist and advocate for reproductive rights, she has actively supported organizations like The Feminist Majority Foundation and Planned Parenthood since 1996 and more recently Wellbeing of Women in the UK. Her commitment to women's empowerment was further amplified in 2017 through her co-authored book, WE: A Manifesto for Women Everywhere, and, five years later, her podcast What Do I Know?!, which explored human stories, and sexual liberation and celebrated phenomenal women. Her latest book, Want: Sexual Fantasies by Anonymous, is a revolutionary exploration of women’s sexuality that became an instant No. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller.
Beyond women's rights, Gillian's activism encompasses a spectrum of social and environmental causes. She is a vocal supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community, embracing her role as a gay icon. Dedicated to children's health and education, she co-founded of SA-Yes and has been an Ambassador to Women for Women International and Global Ambassador to War Child who work closely with children, women and families in war zones. She has also championed Indigenous people's rights at Survival International and advocates for environmental protection.
Embracing the perfect age as now
Gillian Anderson stars in the new L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect campaign, empowering women over 50 to chase their goals. Shot in Paris by renowned American artist Cass Bird, the campaign celebrates living life to the fullest. Age Perfect is a tailored solution for a range of mature skin needs.
