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Ali Larter

Ali Larter is an American actress and former model known for roles in films such as Varsity Blues, Final Destination, Legally Blonde, and the Resident Evil series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ali Larter is an American actress and former model known for roles in films such as Varsity Blues, Final Destination, Legally Blonde, and the Resident Evil series. She is also known for television roles including Niki Sanders and Tracy Strauss on Heroes and Angela Norris on Landman. Born in Cherry Hill, New Jersey in 1976, she began her career as a model before transitioning to acting.

Early life and career

Ali Larter was born in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, in 1976 and began her career as a model before moving into acting. Her early screen work included Varsity Blues and House on Haunted Hill.

Film roles

Larter has appeared in a range of films including Final Destination, Legally Blonde, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Obsessed, and multiple Resident Evil films. She continued acting in film roles in the 2020s, including The Last Victim and The Man in the White Van.

Television roles

She is widely known for her work on Heroes, where she played Niki Sanders and Tracy Strauss. Later television credits include recurring roles on The Rookie and a co-starring role in Landman.

Personal life

Larter married actor Hayes MacArthur in 2009. Publicly available sources identify the couple as having two children.

Key facts

  • Made her film debut in Varsity Blues (1999).
  • Appeared in the Final Destination and Resident Evil film franchises.
  • Played dual roles as Niki Sanders and Tracy Strauss on Heroes.
  • Has also appeared in television series including The Rookie, Pitch, and Landman.
  • Married actor Hayes MacArthur in 2009 and has two children.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ali Larter?
Ali Larter is an American actress and former model known for film and television roles, especially in Heroes, Final Destination, and Resident Evil.
How old is Ali Larter?
Ali Larter was born on February 28, 1976, which makes her 50 years old as of 2026.
What movies is Ali Larter in?
Her best-known films include Varsity Blues, House on Haunted Hill, Final Destination, Legally Blonde, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Obsessed, and the Resident Evil films.
Is Ali Larter married?
Yes. She has been married to actor Hayes MacArthur since 2009.
What happened to Ali Larter?
Nothing indicates that anything happened to her; she has continued acting in recent years, including work on The Rookie, The Last Victim, The Man in the White Van, and Landman.
Ali Larter height?
She is listed as 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) tall.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ali_Larter
    Supports: Career overview, recent roles including The Rookie, The Last Victim, The Man in the White Van, and Landman.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005123/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, height, and spouse.
  3. Wikipedia (Canada) — https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ali_Larter
    Supports: Nationality, birth date, birthplace, and notable roles in Heroes and film franchises.
  4. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/ali-larter/
    Supports: Birth date, age, birthplace, spouse, and general biography.
  5. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/ali-larter.html
    Supports: Age, spouse, children, and filmography highlights.