Amanda Rollins, known as Americanfille, is the most followed American in Paris on TikTok. But she was here long before Emily.
Originally from Boston, MA, Amanda rose to fame through her Paris video series where she shares the realities of living in France as a foreigner. What began as documenting life abroad quickly grew into a global audience of 1.7M followers. In 2024, she was named Best Influencer in France: Education by WIBA.
Her story extends far beyond the romanticized version of expat life. Amanda arrived in France in 2017 with nothing but a suitcase, her cat, and $1500, and has since been featured in Vogue and People Magazine, walked the Cannes red carpet, and collaborated with the Olympic Games, Netflix, and the U.S. Embassy in France. Currently in the process of obtaining French citizenship, she continues to encourage others to take the leap and pursue their dreams.
When she’s not creating content, Amanda can be found traveling, dancing at concerts, discussing MBTI, writing her book, or spending time with her three cats.
When I need to reset, I always…
As an extrovert I struggle with remembering to take time for myself, so my go-to reset is blocking off a few nights to do nothing. I also cut alcohol immediately and focus on eating lots of vegetables, moving my body, skincare, and going to bed early.
To make ordinary tasks feel special, I…
Treat myself to an oat milk latte and blast music.
The ritual that helps me feel connected to myself is…
I’m very nostalgic so I feel the most self-connection when reminiscing and reflecting. I’ll look through old photos and videos, and of course, write.
A piece of art that inspires me…
Metamorphosis by Otto Lundbladh.
My room service order is….
Chicken caesar salad (dressing on the side), an oat milk latte, and a San Pellegrino.
When I’m travelling I always treat myself to…
I’ve never said no to a beach massage.
When I have time to myself, I love to…
Empty every single drawer in my house, vacuum them out, toss the things that no longer serve me and meticulously re-organize. I know that sounds insane but cleaning brings me joy like nothing else.
I feel most connected to others when…
They come and have a couch night with me. There is something magical about my couch – if you are invited into my home and find yourself on that couch, we are about to become good friends.
My favorite scent is….
La Tulipe, Byredo. I’d bathe in it if I could.
I love collecting…
Copies of The Alchemist in different languages. This book changed my life so I try to find one in every country I visit.
A song that brings me joy…
Music is probably the most important thing in my life so this is a very difficult question. But one song I could listen to on repeat is Return to Oz by Artbat.
My skincare routine isn’t complete without…
The self-tanning drops from Typology, I use them every single day mixed in with my moisturiser. They keep me feeling alive in the winter, glowy in the summer.
I feel the most beautiful when…
I have a tan, natural roots grown out, in a sundress, with a glass of prosecco in my hand, surrounded by friends. Never been hotter.
To celebrate, I treat myself to…
An extravagant party. There is nothing I love more than a party with a theme. If I have something to celebrate, we’re throwing a party and yes there is a dress code.
A city with a special place in my heart…
Budapest. That city has a palpable energy, it’s one of my favorite places.
My favourite food in the world is served…
Trantranzai, a Szechuan noodle restaurant in Paris that has taken over my life. Their Dan Dan noodles with porc haché is my favorite food in the world, spice level 10.
On a Sunday morning you can find me…
At a brocante (flea market) in Paris, pursuing the antiques and sipping a latte.
If I was given £1,000,000, I would…
Buy a chateau in the French countryside and open a cat sanctuary.
