Why We Are Obsessed With ‘Spider-Man’ Leading Lady Laura Harrier

If you don’t already know who Laura Harrier is, you should probably get familiar. At just 26, this model turned actress is taking Hollywood by storm as the leading lady in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Harrier’s role in the summer blockbuster has taken her around the world to steal the hearts of many adoring fans.

Originally from Evanston, Ill., Harrier made her to move to the Big Apple to attend New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study. But she deferred enrollment after consistently booking some major modeling gigs, which catapulted her career. After posing in ads for brands like Steve Madden and Garnier skin care, she realized her true calling was acting. Prepare to become obsessed by this amazingly talented, intelligent, and beautiful girl next door.

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