EXCLUSIVE America's favorite frilly-haired villain on frontier drama is rocking blue nails on LA run…can you guess who?
She became a household name in the 1970s for playing one of television's most iconic bratty blondes – a petticoat-clad bully with bouncing curls and a sharp tongue.
For nearly a decade, she tormented her onscreen classmates with snide remarks and conniving schemes on a beloved frontier-era drama that won hearts across America.
While her co-stars were often seen as paragons of kindness and Christian values, her character was anything but – and fans couldn't get enough of it.
Since stepping away from her most famous role in the early '80s, the actress has dabbled in comedy, spoken-word, and advocacy - while always embracing her legacy as TV's original mean girl.
These days, she tends to keep a relatively low profile, popping up occasionally at fan conventions or retro TV specials.
But earlier this month, she was spotted enjoying a solo afternoon in sunny Los Angeles, running errands in the upscale Westwood neighborhood.
Can you guess who it is?
It's Alison Arngrim!
The 63-year-old, best known for playing Nellie Oleson on Little House on the Prairie, made a rare public appearance as she stopped by an apartment complex where she remained for over an hour.
She looked vibrant and cheerful in a white-and-blue patterned top, relaxed jeans, red sneakers – and bright blue fingernails that added a pop of flair.
The outing comes amid renewed interest in the classic series, thanks to Netflix's announcement of a Little House reboot slated to bring the Ingalls family's story to a new generation.
The former child star appeared in good spirits as she filled up her tank, her signature blonde hair now styled in a natural bob, with a few fans reportedly recognizing her despite the low-key ensemble
But don't expect to see any familiar faces in the new version - at least not yet.
'None of us, as far as I know, our gang, are in at this point,' Arngrim confirmed in a January interview with ReMIND, dashing fan hopes for OG cameos.
Born in New York City, Arngrim was just 12 when she first appeared on the hit series in 1974. Her portrayal of Nellie – with her golden ringlets and wicked grin – quickly made her a standout.
Arngrim has leaned into her iconic role over the years, frequently appearing at fan conventions and nostalgia events to celebrate Little House's enduring legacy
While the show aired until 1983, she left after seven seasons but remained closely associated with the character for decades.
Over the years, she's spoken candidly about the challenges of being a child star, her battles with illness, and her advocacy work around AIDS and child abuse awareness.
Arngrim has leaned into her cult fame with good humor, even releasing a memoir titled Confessions of a Prairie Bitch in 2010.
She remains active on the fan convention circuit and regularly appears on retro TV panels, delighting longtime viewers who still recall her delightfully devious days in Walnut Grove.
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