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- Kinney teases a possible turn on Off Campus with Antonio Cipriano
- Friendships that fuel casting possibilities
- How Kinney is watching — and why she’s hooked
- From Pretty Little Liars and Zombies to Legally Blonde’s prequel
- Reese Witherspoon’s creative involvement and protective eye
- What television allows the Legally Blonde world to do
- Kinney’s off-screen role: hello’s Chief Aura Officer
- Current projects and what’s ahead for Kinney
Chandler Kinney says she’d love to jump into the world of Off Campus — and she isn’t shy about cheering on former co-star Antonio Cipriano as his new series finds its audience. The actress teases possibilities, praises the cast, and shares news about her own busy year on screen and off.
Kinney teases a possible turn on Off Campus with Antonio Cipriano
After working alongside Antonio Cipriano on Pretty Little Liars, Kinney says joining his Prime Video-adjacent ensemble is an exciting idea. She describes the show’s set as lively and welcoming, and suggests she’d be “more than happy” to play a potential love interest opposite Tucker, played by Jalen Thomas Brooks.
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Kinney frames the idea as fun and plausible, noting the chemistry between cast members and her own longtime friendships with performers in the series.
Friendships that fuel casting possibilities
Kinney points to real-life bonds as one reason the cameo could click. She and Jalen Thomas Brooks are close, and she calls him a talented, kind collaborator. She also praises Cipriano, saying fans are finally discovering what she has admired for years.
- She watches the show with friend and co-star Lexi Minetree.
- Kinney says the cast “seems to be having a blast” behind the scenes.
- She envisions casual crossovers, like cast picnics and on-set visits.
How Kinney is watching — and why she’s hooked
Kinney admits she’s easing into Off Campus because of a pact with Lexi Minetree. Both actresses juggle long workdays, so they only binge together. That shared ritual has made her a committed viewer.
She calls the show addictive and says the cast’s energy is a major draw.
From Pretty Little Liars and Zombies to Legally Blonde’s prequel
Kinney rose to wider recognition playing Tabby in the Pretty Little Liars revival and as Willa in Disney’s Zombies films. Now she has landed a role in the high-profile prequel series Elle, where she plays Kimberly.
What to know about Elle and Kinney’s part
- Elle explores Elle Woods’ teenage years in 1990s Seattle.
- Kinney’s character, Kimberly, appears in the show’s high-school setting.
- The series expands the Legally Blonde universe on a streaming platform.
Reese Witherspoon’s creative involvement and protective eye
Kinney emphasizes that Reese Witherspoon is deeply involved in creating the series. She says Witherspoon’s hands-on approach helped shape the tone and ensure the show honors the original films.
Kinney describes the show as respectful to the movie legacy, adding that it keeps the humor and heart viewers expect while giving TV more room to explore characters.
What television allows the Legally Blonde world to do
Kinney notes that a series format lets creators dig deeper into characters and storylines. She believes the show will deliver the laughs and emotional beats from the films and expand the universe in new ways.
Kinney’s off-screen role: hello’s Chief Aura Officer
Outside acting, Kinney recently signed on with dental-care brand hello as its Chief Aura Officer. In that role, she helps bring upbeat, relatable energy to the brand’s campaigns.
- She highlights brushing teeth as a daily ritual that can boost confidence.
- The partnership will include social content and behind-the-scenes material.
- Her favorite product is the Whipped Mellow Mint Dream toothpaste.
She jokes that the toothpaste feels like a “party in the mouth” and says the brand helps people start the day with good energy.
Current projects and what’s ahead for Kinney
Between the Legally Blonde prequel and brand projects, Kinney’s plate is full. She continues to support peers from previous projects and remains open to guest spots on shows like Off Campus.
Her career blends franchise film work, television roles, and lifestyle partnerships.
