How Far Would You Go for an Epic Love?

Julia Schlaepfer of 1923 prepares Us for pregnant Alex Dutton's risky journey back to her husband

- Julia Schlaepfer

Playing 1923's fiercely independent Alexandra Dutton affected Julia Schlaepfer in a big way: She bought a ranch in Montana! "I was so inspired by Alex and how she follows her happiness wherever it leads her," the actress, 29, tells Us. "I [thought], why wouldn't I take a leap?" Does this mean her onscreen counterpart makes it to Bozeman to reunite with great love Spencer Dutton (Brandon Sklenar) after the newlyweds were torn apart? Unclear. But as season 2 of the Yellowstone prequel (Sundays, Paramount+) opens, Alex is just beginning her venture into the great unknown - with child! Schlaepfer calls the hopelessly romantic Brit a "dream role," one she can relate to: "I, too, would run