Melissa Gilbert, who played Laura Ingalls Wilder in the classic Little House on the Prairie series from 1974 to 1983, has shared a warm message for Alice Halsey, the young actress who has been chosen to lead the Netflix reboot.
In response, Gilbert welcomes her as she posts on Instagram to celebrate her. As 10-year-old Halsey steps in, fans of this classic show have shown excitement by cheering her on.
Alice Halsey steps into the spotlight for Laura Ingalls role
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Recently, Netflix announced that 10-year-old Alice Halsey will play Laura Ingalls Wilder in the upcoming reboot of Little House on the Prairie. Halsey, who recently appeared in Lessons in Chemistry, is set to bring the character back to life for the audience.
Melissa has taken to Instagram to show her support after hearing the news. “And, here she is,” Gilbert wrote. “Wishing them and @thealicehalsey all the luck in the world!” She added, “Laura is a disruptor. Honest to a fault. Questions authority. And she’s our window into this adventure.”
Fans show their excitement as they welcome Halsey and cheer her on
Reactions poured in as Gilbert’s followers commented on her post, showing that they warmly welcomed Halsey. One fan wrote, “Aww, she is so adorable and she will carry your legacy perfectly.” Another person commented, “Saw a photo of her and instantly felt transported back to Walnut Grove.”
Others expressed excitement about seeing more of the original book’s stories in the new series. A release date has not yet been revealed by Netflix, but the excitement is already rising. For both old and new fans, it is clear that this reboot is more than just a show.