Over the past two decades, countless stars have graced the small screen in feel-good Hallmark movies. While some names might not surprise you, others will leave you saying, “Wait, really?” Here are 10 celebrities you didn’t know starred in Hallmark movies.
Carrie Fisher Brought Christmas Magic To Hallmark
Yes, “Star Wars” royalty Carrie Fisher once joined the Hallmark family. In 2012, she starred in “It’s Christmas, Carol,” a modern adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic. The movie, according to Woman’s Day, also featured “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” alum and current “BBQ Brawl” host Carson Kressley, making it a nostalgic treat.
“I loved working on that project. It felt like a playful twist on a timeless story,” Fisher told Entertainment Weekly at the time.
Mariah Carey Proved She’s The Queen Of Christmas
Mariah Carey didn’t just sing the soundtrack of the holidays — she also acted in a Hallmark holiday flick. In 2015’s “A Christmas Melody”, Carey played the high school rival of the heroine. It was a perfect fit for the diva whose song “All I Want for Christmas Is You” remains the ultimate seasonal anthem.
From Hollywood To Hallmark: Lauren Holly And Judd Nelson
Lauren Holly, known for “NCIS” and “Dumb and Dumber,” made history as the star of Hallmark’s first-ever Christmas movie, “Santa Jr.”, in 2002. Joining her in the film was none other than “The Breakfast Club’s” Judd Nelson. Nelson went on to appear in several more Hallmark films, including “Cancel Christmas” and “Kristin’s Christmas Past”.
Julia Stiles And Adrian Grenier Made Unexpected Cameos
Julia Stiles, best known for “10 Things I Hate About You” and the “Bourne” franchise, starred in the 2013 Hallmark movie “The Makeover”.
Meanwhile, “Entourage” star Adrian Grenier charmed audiences in “Love at First Glance” (2017) and later returned for “Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays” in 2019.
Big Names Like Danny Glover, Burt Reynolds, and Dolly Parton Joined In
Danny Glover, Burt Reynolds, and Dolly Parton each brought their major star power to Hallmark movies. “Lethal Weapon” and “The Color Purple” star, Glover, appeared in “A Way Back Home” in 2013, “Cannonball Run” star Reynolds joined “Johnson County War” in 2002, and country music legend Parton sparkled in “Christmas at Dollywood” in 2019.
Meghan Markle’s Royal Hallmark Past
Before she became the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle starred in two Hallmark originals: “When Sparks Fly” (2014) and “Dater’s Handbook” (2016). Both roles came during her run on “Suits,” proving Markle’s acting range extended well beyond legal—or royal—drama
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