Ava's Age in Virgin River
Curious about Ava's age in Netflix's Virgin River? Discover the backstory of this fresh-faced character and unveil the mystery surrounding her age
Who is Ava, the new character in Netflix's Virgin River, and how old is she? The recent season finale of Season 5 left viewers with two Christmas episodes full of festivities and surprising revelations. Notably, the identity of Mel's biological father was revealed, leaving viewers on a cliffhanger as he tells his daughter he has something important to share.
Season 5 of the Netflix series explored established storylines based on Robyn Carr’s books while also introducing new characters, including Ava, who made her first appearance in Episode 1, ‘A Second Chance’. Although Ava went “missing” in Part 2, there is a possibility of her return in the upcoming sixth chapter. In the meantime, here are some details about the character and her age.
How old is Ava in Virgin River?
Ava’s age remains unspecified in the series and Robyn Carr’s Virgin River books, but it can be inferred that she is approximately 25 years old. Portrayed by Libby Osler, she is one of Lilly Anderson’s daughters.
Tara introduces Ava to Mel in Season 5 Part 1, revealing that she’s the “oldest sister.” Ava, a city girl from Portland, is visiting Virgin River to help look after baby Chloe following Lilly’s death.
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Tara actor Stacey Farber is 36 years old in real life, but it is believed that her character is in her 20s, which makes sense considering their mom is approximately in her mid-forties. According to one Redditor, "From my understanding, she [Tara] finished college or at least went to college in SF. So I am guessing what, 22?" "Definitely in her 20s," replied another, while a third added, "She wouldn’t have been able to be Chloe’s guardian if she were a teenager." Therefore, with Ava being the older sister, we can expect her to be around 24-25 years old.
Libby Osler, who is 28 years old in real life, was notably absent from Season 5 Part 2, causing confusion among fans. However, there are hints that she may make a comeback in the next chapter.
A Redditor speculated, "She was staying in VR until the sisters found a buyer for the farm. The sale obviously was made with Jack and Mel, as Brady mentions he’s helping Jack build a new home for free. Ava was originally living in Portland so she probably went back. I think it would be cool if Tara, Chloe, and Ava return to the farm when Jack and Mel finally get married there."
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Editor's P/S
As an enthusiastic fan of Virgin River, I was intrigued by the introduction of Ava in Season 5. Her character brought a fresh perspective to the show, and I found myself drawn to her mysterious backstory. While her age is not explicitly stated in the series or the books, I believe the clues provided suggest she is around 25 years old. This estimation aligns with the fact that she is portrayed by the 28-year-old actress Libby Osler and is the older sister of Tara, who is believed to be in her early 20s.
I was disappointed by Ava's absence in Part 2 of Season 5, but I am hopeful that she will return in the upcoming sixth chapter. Her character has the potential to add depth and complexity to the storyline, and I am eager to learn more about her past and her future in Virgin River. I believe that her return would bring a sense of closure to her character arc and provide fans with a satisfying resolution to her story.
