Jill Larson, a talented actress, has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry. She is perhaps best known for her captivating portrayal of Opal Cortlandt on the long-running soap opera All My Children, a role she played from 1989 to 2011 and reprised in 2013. Her outstanding performance earned her two Daytime Emmy nominations and the admiration of her co-star Kelly Ripa, who affectionately referred to her as "All My Children royalty".
Before her rise to soap opera fame, Larson's journey began in Minneapolis, where she later transitioned to European modeling gigs and eventually Paris, where she began her acting career with roles in films such as The Deadly Trap. Her impressive stage presence was equally captivating, with Broadway performances in Death and the King's Horseman and Romantic Comedy, as well as regional theater roles including Agnes of God and Gypsy.
Beyond her work in daytime television, Larson showcased her versatility in films such as Shutter Island and The Taking of Deborah Logan, where her chilling lead performance garnered critical acclaim. She also made notable appearances in series like Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Desperate Housewives. In 2014, she participated in the viral short film First Kiss, which amassed over 94 million views, highlighting her enduring appeal.
In addition to her acting career, Larson is an advocate for the arts and co-founded GLM Productions, producing the Emmy-nominated documentary Gibbs Garden, reflecting her commitment to storytelling both on and off the screen. Continuing to captivate audiences, she appeared in the 2023 holiday film A Holiday I Do, demonstrating that her passion for performance remains as dynamic as ever.
