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Little House Star Praises Co-Star's Acting Prowess
7 Dec
Summary
- Dean Butler commends Melissa Gilbert's authentic portrayal of Laura Ingalls.
- Butler highlights Gilbert's ability to perform alongside seasoned actors at a young age.
- He emphasized the central importance of Laura and Charles Ingalls' father-daughter bond.
Decades after 'Little House on the Prairie' concluded, actor Dean Butler, who portrayed Almanzo Wilder, continues to express deep admiration for his co-star Melissa Gilbert. Butler, now 69, spoke glowingly of Gilbert, who was cast as Laura Ingalls at just nine years old and became the show's breakout star. He described her performance as "whole package," praising her youthful candor and irresistible authenticity.
Butler specifically highlighted Gilbert's capability to hold her own against seasoned actors, stating he would "put Melissa up at that age up against anybody who's ever stood in front of a camera." He pointed to her youthful charm, visible through her freckles and buck teeth, as key to her irrefutable appeal and relatability on screen.
