Lilli Passero

Lilli Passero was born in Manhattan, NY, and experienced a bi-coastal upbringing as her parents, who were casting directors, writers, actors, and singers, relocated the family to Los Angeles and frequently traveled to New York. She pursued formal education in the arts, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama from Carnegie Mellon University. Upon graduation, Passero began her professional acting career, securing her first role on the NBC comedy “Go On” in 2012, where she acted opposite actor Matthew Perry. This early experience in television marked the beginning of her diverse career in entertainment.

In 2017, Passero achieved national recognition as a Top 9 Finalist on Season 12 of NBC’s “The Voice.” During her time on the show, she received coaching from both Alicia Keys and Adam Levine, performing a range of soul and pop songs. Her audition performance of “A Love of My Own” received a three-chair turn from the coaching panel. Following her success on “The Voice,” Passero continued to develop her career in both music and acting. She has released original music and performed in independent films, commercials, and local theater productions. She is a member of The Road Theatre Company, located in North Hollywood, CA, which further demonstrates her commitment to live performance. Her work includes roles in films such as “Miranda’s Marionettes” (2019), “Strange Nature” (2018), and “Forty-Seven Days with Jesus” (2024), showcasing her continued presence in various acting roles. Passero also works as a vocal, acting, and performance coach, sharing her expertise with emerging artists.