The White Lotus Didn’t Earn It
The most poignant moment in the third season of The White Lotus might have been when Laurie delivered her heartfelt speech. During their final dinner on their girls’ trip, Laurie, portrayed by Carrie Coon, listens as Jaclyn and Kate express their joy over how wonderful the vacation has been. However, Laurie doesn’t share their sentiment. “I’ve just been so… sad,” she admits when it’s her turn to speak. She confesses that she lacks a belief system and the trip has made her question her past decisions. “Work was my faith for years, but I definitely lost my belief there,” she shares. Love didn’t provide the answers either, nor did motherhood. But Laurie finds new insight. “I don’t need religion or God to give my life significance, because time gives it purpose. We began this journey together,” she says, looking at her friends, “and I feel like our lives have meaning.