Ali Larter isn’t shy about what she took from the ‘Landman’ set — and honestly, who could blame her?Actors do this all the time. You play a character for months, maybe years, and there’s always something you just have to keep. For Larter, those souvenirs are more than just fun keepsakes — they’re a piece of the wild ride she had playing Angela Norris.Larter showed up at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards and didn’t hesitate to spill the details. Quite expectedly, fans ate it up. People love hearing about what really goes on behind the scenes, and the ‘Final Destination’ and ‘Legally Blonde’ actress delivered. In an exclusive interview with People at the awards event, the 49-year-old talked about shooting season 2 and admitted she couldn’t resist snagging a few things from Angela’s closet.
What did Ali Larter take?
So what made it into her bag? She started laughing as she ticked them off — each one tied closely to Angela’s bold, no-nonsense style. Those Leddy’s cowboy boots? Now they’re in Larter’s closet at home. The Agent Provocateur bra from episode 7? She kept that, too. And Wrangler jeans, of course — she joked there was no way she was leaving those behind. “Got to have them,” she said.For fans, it isn’t just Larter collecting keepsakes — it shows that she’s just as hooked on Angela as they are.But it’s not only about the clothes. These pieces mean something more. ‘Landman’, thanks to Taylor Sheridan, is packed with big personalities and that whole West Texas oilfield vibe. Clothes matter. They set the tone. Larter has always said Angela is a freeing character — someone who lives out loud, with zero hesitation. That’s not really how Larter sees herself in real life, so keeping these wardrobe bits feels like holding on to a piece of that fearless energy. Those boots and jeans are little reminders of the character and the journey.
‘Landman’: What is it about
‘Landman’ itself has taken off since it premiered in late 2024. People got hooked fast, drawn in by the wild West Texas setting, the messy family drama, and a story that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Billy Bob Thornton stars as Tommy Norris, Angela’s sometimes-husband, and the back-and-forth between them is a big part of the show’s charm. Critics love it, fans love it, and it’s already been picked up for a third season. Larter has even teased that things are only going to get crazier for Angela, with more wild twists and “shenanigans” on the way.For Larter, grabbing a few wardrobe pieces was about more than just memorabilia. She’s put a lot into Angela — long days, intense scenes, and a tight bond with her co-stars, especially Michelle Randolph. She’s talked before about how empowering it felt to play someone who doesn’t care what anyone thinks. Those costume pieces? They’re not just outfits. They’re souvenirs from a character who’s left a real mark on her, and, honestly, on a whole lot of viewers too.‘Landman’s not slowing down, and you can bet fans will keep watching, maybe even wondering what they’d take if they had the chance. Boots, jeans, a killer outfit from a big scene — these aren’t just props. They’re stories, and Ali Larter’s clearly got a few good ones packed away.
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