‘You want to live in Taiwan?’- How Victoria Ratliff from The White Lotus Season 3 became a fan favorite

With her exaggerated accent, out-of-touch perspective, and dazed demeanor thanks to her love for Lorazepam, Victoria Ratliff from The White Lotus Season 3 has become a fan favorite. Played by the brilliant Parker Posey, the characterization of Victoria is now a part of the meme world and comedy sketches. As the matriarch of the privileged Ratliff family on the show, Victoria would often come off as distant and dramatic with her amplified Southern accent. And it is safe to assume that she will forever remain one of the memorable characters to emerge from the show.

From her now viral quotes from The White Lotus, such as

"You want to live in Taiwan?"

when she meant to say "Thailand" to

"Maybe Jesus will save her from those Buddhists,"

when her daughter wants to spend a year in a monastery.

Posey’s delivery of the lines with extra syllables has become the point of conversation on social media. Speaking about her accent on the show, Posey shared on the Today show,

"It starts with a dialogue…There are such funny words. Like, I love …Tsunami!.. Buddhism!... Nooo! Piper, nooo!...I love Southern Women characters…so being able to be this dramatic and funny is just so juicy and fun thing to do. Of course, Mike White wrote it.”

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Who is Victoria Ratliff on The White Lotus?

The White Lotus Season 3 is set against the backdrop of a luxury resort in Thailand, where the eccentric guests and staff have a whiff of mystery surrounding their fate.

Victoria Ratliff is a guest at the resort. She is the matriarch of the wealthy Ratliff family, comprising of her husband, Timothy (played by Jason Isaacs), and children Saxon (played by Patrick Schwarzenegger), Lochlan (played by Sam Nivola), and Piper (played by Sarah Catherine Hook). Hailing from North Carolina, she often speaks with her over-the-top accent and appears consumed in her own little world, out of touch with reality.

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Some of Victoria Ratliff’s famous quotes from Season 3 of The White Lotus

Victoria Ratliff is frequently reckless with her words, showcasing the kind of privileged life she is used to. She is blunt and speaks her mind as it is. We take a look at some of the more notable lines she said on the show.

Episode 1

“We flew over the Noth Pole.”

Episode 2

"Actresses are all basically prostitutes... If they're lucky. Am I right?"

Episode 3

"Just because people are rich doesn't mean they're not trashy."

Episode 5

“I don’t even have my Lorazepam. I’m going to have to drink myself to sleep.”

Episode 5

“They are s*x cults, Piper…you could end up a concubine to some weird guru.”

Episode 6

“I just don’t think at this age I’m meant to live an uncomfortable life. I don’t have the will.”

Episode 6

“What’s next? You want her to shave her head and start banging a bongo in Times Square?”

Episode 7

“You’re young, you’re beautiful. Why are you with this middle aged weirdo?”

Even the other cast members of The White Lotus Season 3 tried to imitate Parker Posey’s unique take on the character during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, giving an even more hilarious result.

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Fans react to Victoria Ratliff on The White Lotus Season 3

While there are several memorable characters on the show in Season 3, Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff is one of the most discussed. From her accent to dialogue delivery, she gives the audience a character that would stay with them for a long time, even after the show. Here is what fans have been sharing on social media.

"“Maybe Jesus will save her from those Buddhists.” I want a book of Victoria Ratliffe quotes. #TheWhiteLotus (Parker Posey is woefully underrated.)"

Victoria Ratliff appreciation post …. Our Southern Belle keeps it REAL!!! What are your thoughts on The White Lotus season three episode seven???? Tim better keep his ‘fruit’ smoothie away from our Queen!!!"

"I randomly say “Piiiipperrrrr nooooooo” out loud occasionally in Victoria Ratliff’s accent while alone at home and I just feel like I’m not the only one that does this."

Watch The White Lotus series on HBO and the streaming platform Max.

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