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That’s Amor: everything to know about Netflix star Riley Dandy

Riley Dandy plays Sofia in the new film

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Emmy Griffiths
TV & Film Editor
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Netflix has dropped the latest rom-com that will have us sighing wistfully from our sofas - and we’re a little obsessed with the film’s lead actress, rising star Riley Dandy! Find out more about her here…

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Who is Riley Dandy?

Riley is an American actress who has previously starred in City of Gold, Interceptor and the rom-com A California Christmas: City Lights - make her something of a rom-com expert!

WATCH: Will you be watching That's Amor?

The star regularly takes to Instagram to share snaps from her personal life as well as her projects - and has been very excited about the release of That’s Amor! Her friends have been hugely supportive of her, with one writing: "You’re a delightfully talented woman and I can’t wait for everyone to see just HOW talented very soon."

Is Riley Dandy in a relationship?

Riley does indeed have a real-life love story, and regularly shares snaps of her partner (though hasn’t named him just yet)! In one post, she revealed that the beautiful pair were engaged, writing: "9 whole years today. Hope we never stop drinking wine on hill tops, laughing at my hilarious jokes and groping each other. Can’t believe I get to be your wife."

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Riley is engaged!

What is That’s Amor about?

For those yet to watch, the official synopsis reads: "After her job and relationship implode on the same day, Sofia starts from scratch and meets a dashing Spanish chef who might be her missing ingredient."

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The star has previously appeared in City of Gold

Taking to Twitter to discuss, one person wrote: "Finished watching #Thatsamor. A woman after quitting her job & getting cheated meets a Spanish chef at her Spanish cooking classes arranged by her mom. How did they fall in love? A heartwarming story about love. Just like love - we eat with 5 senses." Another fan added: "I just finished watching #ThatsAmor on @netflix and I’m in love with it. I will definitely be watching it at least 2 more times before this weekend ends."

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