United Kingdom, May 15 -- Minnie Driver has joined the cast of 'Emily in Paris'.

The 55-year-old actress has taken to social media to announce that she's joining the cast of the hit Netflix show.

Minnie wrote on Instagram: "I am BEYOND thrilled to be joining this sensational cast and show. (sic)"

The actress subsequently revealed that she's known Lily Collins - who plays the show's central character - since she was 11 years old.

Lily, 36, previously worked with Minnie on 'Tarzan', the 1999 animated film.

Minnie's Instagram post continued: "Did you know I've known the sweet angel that is @lilyjcollins since she was 11? Because, her dad: Tarzan( sort of) and Me: Jane. And ROME! [heart emojis] My beloved. This season is just . [stars, h...