Ali Larter

Biography

Alison Elizabeth "Ali" Larter, born on February 28, 1976, is a prominent American actress recognized for her portrayal of Niki Sanders and Tracy Strauss in the NBC science fiction series Heroes.

Larter's career began with guest appearances on various television programs during the 1990s. She made her film debut in the 1999 sports drama Varsity Blues, followed by roles in the horror movies House on Haunted Hill and Final Destination. She gained significant recognition through her supporting performances in the comedy Legally Blonde and the romantic comedy A Lot Like Love, which paved the way for her leading roles. Notably, she starred as the main character in the Bollywood film Marigold and starred in the 2009 thriller Obsessed. Larter further cemented her fame by playing Claire Redfield, the iconic video game character, in the popular Resident Evil films, including Resident Evil: Extinction and Resident Evil: Afterlife.

Her appeal has earned her frequent spots on "Hot" lists from publications like Maxim, FHM, and Stuff, in addition to being featured on People magazine's "Best Dressed List" in 2007. After dating for three years, Larter wed actor Hayes MacArthur in a quaint ceremony in Maine in August 2009. The couple welcomed a son in December 2010.