Ali Larter: Landman Star’s Fans Recall Iconic Whip Cream Scene
uple is raising 17-year-old Ainsley (Michelle Randolph) in her image. Both actors worked hard to make sure their characters were not caricatures, and viewers have come to enjoy every scene they’re in. You can catch Landman on Paramount+ with Season 1 wrapping up on January 12th.
Before her role in Landman, Ali Larter was best known for her role as Nikki Sanders in NBC’s Heroes. However, she made her mark back in 1999 as Darcy Sears in Varsity Blues, a film starring James Van Der Beek. One particular scene from the movie still stands out today.
Ali Larter, a New Jersey native, has had a diverse career over nearly three decades. Known as a scream queen for her role in the Final Destination franchise, she has also graced the cover of Maxim magazine and acted alongside big names like Reese Witherspoon, Colin Farrell, and Ashton Kutcher. In Landman, she stars alongside Billy Bob Thornton in a Taylor Sheridan series set in the oil business in west Texas. Angela, her character in the show, is vibrant and full of emotion, something that attracted Larter to the role.
Now 48 years old, Larter got her start in her early 20s with her role as Darcy Sears in Varsity Blues. The film showcased her as Lance Harbor’s girlfriend, played by Paul Walker, and featured a memorable ice cream sundae scene that fans still talk about today. If you remember the movie, you can find the clip on YouTube.
In Landman, Ali Larter shines as Angela Norris, a character who wears her heart on her sleeve. Colorful and full of life, Angela expresses her emotions boldly while also having a deep love for her family. It’s a role that truly shows Larter’s range as an actress.
