Cara Maria Sorbello and Rachel Reilly, known for their impressive game plays on “The Challenge” and “Big Brother,” respectively, are both going to star in an upcoming Christmas movie called “Mistletoe Mansion,” according to a press release.
‘Mistletoe Mansion’ Information
According to the press release, “‘Mistletoe Mansion’ follows Ava Cleary, who becomes the bachelorette on the reality dating show ‘The 12 Dates of Christmas’ after her overprotective brothers repeatedly scare away potential suitors.” Cara Maria and Rachel will portray the dating show’s hosts, who each have a different approach when it comes to the finale they want for the show.
“While the drama-seeking Cara Maria pushes for a traditional reality TV ending, the romantically inclined Rachel – drawing from her real-life ‘showmance’ with husband Brendon Villegas on ‘Big Brother’ – encourages Ava to follow her heart when unexpected feelings develop between the bachelorette and her talent handler, Luke Sheppard,” the press release explains.
“Mistletoe Mansion” will be directed by Candice T. Cain, who has directed numerous Christmas movies and often works with reality TV stars, according to her IMDb page. She and Cara Maria previously worked together on “A Jar Full of Christmas,” which is available to watch for free on Tubi. Cain also worked with “Big Brother” winner Cody Calafiore on a TV series called “Little Cupid.”
Cara Maria Sorbello’s Acting Career
GettyCara Maria may be best known for being the first solo winner of “The Challenge” or for her recent appearance on Fox’s “99 To Beat,” but she’s also had a successful acting career. According to her IMDb page, Cara Maria acted in six episodes of a TV show called “Welcome to Hope,” as well as the films “Hearts & Vines” and “A Holiday Homecoming,” among others.
Although she’s currently pursuing an acting career, Cara Maria has not indicated any plans to retire from “The Challenge.” She left season 41 early due to a family matter, but the competition beast will likely return for another season in the future. She often takes breaks between seasons, but she always comes back eventually.
Rachel Reilly’s Acting Career
CBSRachel, like Cara Maria, has been able to parlay her reality TV career into acting opportunities. After her first appearance on “Big Brother” season 12, Rachel was cast on the hit CBS soap opera, “The Bold and the Beautiful.”
According to IMDb, Rachel has performed in 20 episodes of “The Bold and the Beautiful,” including some as recently as this year.
After her third appearance on “Big Brother,” Rachel has expressed interest in competing on other reality shows. She’s already tried her hand at “The Traitors” and “The Amazing Race,” and now, she’s auditioning for “Survivor.”
