Biography
Who is Ali Larter?
Early life and modeling career
Born Alison Elizabeth Larter in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, she is the daughter of Margaret Walker and Danforth Larter. She attended Carusi Middle School and Cherry Hill High School West. Before she finished high school, she began a career in modeling after a scout spotted her on the street for a commercial. This opportunity led to a contract with the Ford Modeling Agency.
She moved abroad for her work, living in countries such as Australia, Italy, and Japan during her teenage years. In November 1996, she appeared in an Esquire magazine hoax as a fictional model named Allegra Coleman. This moment increased her visibility in the industry, and she soon transitioned into professional acting roles.
Rise to fame in film and television
In 1997, Ali Larter landed her first professional acting roles on television programs like Suddenly Susan and Chicago Sons. Her film debut followed in 1999 with the drama Varsity Blues, where she played Darcy Sears. That same year, she starred in the horror movie House on Haunted Hill. She gained further attention for her portrayal of Clear Rivers in the Final Destination franchise, which helped establish her as a prominent figure in the horror genre.
She continued to take on varied roles in the early 2000s, appearing in the comedy Legally Blonde alongside Reese Witherspoon and the romantic comedy A Lot Like Love. In 2006, she joined the cast of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes. She portrayed the dual roles of Niki Sanders and Tracy Strauss on the show until 2010. During this period, she also took the title role in the Bollywood film Marigold.
Recent projects and filmography
Ali Larter reached a wider audience through her role as Claire Redfield in the Resident Evil film series, appearing in three entries between 2007 and 2016. In 2009, she starred in the thriller Obsessed opposite Beyoncé and Idris Elba. Her career continued with various projects, including a role in the Paramount+ drama series Landman in 2024, where she plays Angela Norris.
Beyond her acting work, she has pursued other creative interests. In September 2013, she published a cookbook titled Kitchen Revelry: A Year of Festive Menus from My Home to Yours. Her work across film and television has contributed to a significant total worldwide box office gross for her movies.
Personal life and family
Ali Larter is married to Hayes MacArthur. The couple has two children together, named Theodore MacArthur and Vivienne MacArthur. She has lived in several major cities during her career, including moves between Los Angeles and New York City at different points in her life to balance her professional and personal needs.
Birthday and age
Ali Larter was born on February 28, 1976, which makes Ali 50 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Ali shares the date with 66 other famous people.
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