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Holiday Memories!!
Each year we talk to the actors and musicians featured on our site and ask them about their holiday memories. Then we share them with you! It's the gift that keeps on giving!
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JUMP TO: Lovey James | Drew Justice | Nate Green | Amber Hayes | Presley Massara | Landry Bender | Forever In Your Mind | Lucy Hale| Luke Mitchell| Emma Kenney| Allstar Weekend | Booboo Stewart | Adam Irigoyen | Josh Hutcherson | Alexander Ludwig
Lovey James
Lovey James hails from Portland, Oregon and has been performing around the U.S. since she was 6 years old. More than a decade later, the teen’s love for music and entertaining is stronger than ever.
Working with notable producers like Steve Sundholm (Carrie Underwood, Ryan Tedder) and PJ Bianco (Demi Lovato, Fifth Harmony), Lovey has released music on-line and taken her act on the road, touring 26 cities in 2014. She took time out of a hectic schedule to share her holiday thoughts below.
What are you most thankful for?
I am most thankful for my family, friends, and opportunities. If it weren't for the all the chances I have been given to travel and perform all around the country, I wouldn't be able to meet all my fans and share my music and the messages they give.
How did you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
I plan to celebrate Thanksgiving with my family. I absolutely love spending time with the people I love, laughing and making new memories.
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
I think the best Christmas I have ever given to someone was a big collage of pictures of me and my cousin. It was personal and showed all the great times we have had together.
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
The best christmas I have ever received was my doberman Nala. I was so excited to open my front door with all my siblings and see her on the front porch. She was the cutest puppy ever! She was such an unexpected Christmas gift that I cried! I love her so much, she is part of the family now!
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
My favorite Holiday memory was when I was 12 years old. My birthday is always really close to Thanksgiving, and I share my birthday with one of my favorite aunts who lives in Utah. On this particular Thanksgiving my birthday buddy, aunt Lindsey, drove down to Oregon so we could spend our birthdays together and Thanksgiving with family. Thanksgiving night, a local radio station decided to play my original song live. That was the first time I had ever heard my song on the radio and it was the greatest feeling in the world! This moment really inspired me to work hard and push forward in my music career. It was awesome to share that exciting experience with my aunt who has always been super supportive of me and my music.
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
I have always loved Christmas music and movies! My favorite christmas songs are probably "Where Are You Christmas" from The Grinch, Santa Baby, All I want For Christmas Is You, and Last Christmas.
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I can't wait for Christmas this year. I'm excited for all the Christmas traditions my family does each year, like going to Zoo Lights, and getting Christmas Pajamas from the elves each year on Christmas Eve. Overall the Christmas spirit is so strong in my family that there is no other choice than to be happy and extremely grateful for all that I have and get to look forward to in the future.
Do you have any New Year's resolutions?
I haven't quite thought any on my New Years Resolutions through yet, but I'm sure they will come together as the New Year comes closer. I plan on 2015 being "my year" in my singing career. I really hope that this is the year that I get out there and really explode. Besides that it might be a good idea for me to lay back on the Oreos, because I can go a little bit overboard sometimes. Oops.
Do you have a Holiday message for your fans?
I would just like to say! Happy Holidays! Happy Thanksgiving! and Merry Christmas! I love you all so much and am so thankful each and everyday for all of your continuous support! I hope you have an amazing holiday with your family and friends. Love you Lots!
To find out where you can see Lovey in 2015 follow her on Twitter at: twitter.com/TheLoveyJames
Find out more about Lovey and listen to her music www.LoveyJames.com
Drew Justice
Drew Justice won audiences’ hearts when he played the beloved character, “Alfalfa,” in the home video release “The Little Rascals Save the Day.”
He currently stars as “Ranger Bowen” on Amazon’s original series “Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street.” Be sure to check it out at Amazon.com! Below, Drew fills us in on some of his Christmas Memories and Faves!
What are you most thankful for?
My family
How did you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
I had the flu. I was thankful my family didn't leave me behind, they hung out with me instead.
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
I made a book of short stories for my mom
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
Materialistically? A batting cage
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I have two. Reading Christmas books with my little brother on Christmas Eve night and every year we all watch the 'Home Alone' movies.
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
I don't really have a favorite, but I like "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee. I've been told my great uncle plays the sax in that recording which I think is really cool!
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I will enjoy not traveling and getting to be with my family AT HOME!
Do you have any New Year's resolutions?
I've been doing a little volunteer work over the past few months and I've enjoyed it, so I would like to do some more of that this coming year.
Do you have a Holiday message for your fans?
Wishing everyone a very safe and happy holiday. I hope they all get to spend time with the people they love most.
Want the latest on the up-and-coming actor? Follow Drew on Twitter at: twitter.com/DrewJustice01
Check out Drew in the original Amazon series “Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street”: Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street
Nate Green
Kentucky native, Nate Green, now calls Nashville home while he lives out his dream of making country music. The singer caught country fans’ attention this year with the release of his debut single “Wild and Free.”
Nate will release a brand new EP titled “Road Map” on January 13. While you are waiting on new music from this rising county star, read all about how he is spending the holidays this year!
What are you most thankful for?
I am the most thankful for my family and the support of my amazing fans. Thanks to all of the #WildThings for a great year!
How did you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
This year, I went home to Kentucky for a couple days, and mainly just relaxed with my family. It was so refreshing to chill for a few days.
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
My mom loves pajamas, so, for her, the best Christmas gift is pajamas. :)
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I really love Christmas! One of my earliest memories was sneaking down the steps in the middle of the night to see what Santa brought. I loved the whole traditional aspect of Christmas. Now, I really enjoy getting together with family and catching up to celebrate the season.
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
“Mary Did You Know”
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
This year, I’m going home to Kentucky to be with my family. I can’t wait!
Do you have any New Year's resolutions?
My EP, Road Map, comes out January 13, so I would say my New Year’s resolution is to work hard on promoting my debut release. It is such a special project for me, and I hope everyone enjoys it!
Do you have a Holiday message for your fans?
I would tell my fans to enjoy their moments with their loved ones while they can. Happy Holidays!
Keep up with Nate by following him on Twitter at: twitter.com/nategreenmusic
For more on Nate and to check out his music, visit: http:/nategreenmusic.com
Amber Hayes
Amber Hayes is a country music singer who hails from Weleetka, Oklahoma. You might have heard her on The CW network's "Hart of Dixie," as they have used four of her songs on the series. She also had a minor role in the major motion picture "Cowboys and Angels" and appears on the soundtrack as well. In November, Amber released a new EP titled "Running Out of Memories." This rising country singer shared her Holiday plans with us!
What are you most thankful for?
I'm most thankful for God and my salvation at all times, but particularly at this special time of the year.
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
This holiday season, I will be back home in Oklahoma spending quality time with my family. I love spending time with my wonderful family, and I can't wait to get back! :
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
I have always felt that the best gifts to give around the holidays are gifts that help other people in need. Christmas is a time for giving and, one year, I had a special friend who needed help getting his life back on track. I was able to get involved with an organization that was able to give him the kind of help he needed. I was so glad that I had the opportunity to help out an organization that later helped a personal friend of mine.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
My favorite memory is actually a family tradition that we still do to this day. After my family opens presents around the tree, we all have breakfast together. My grandmother makes her famous homemade biscuits and gravy, and we all spend some quality time together. It's one of my most favorite things about Christmas Day!
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
"Merry Christmas Darling" - Carpenters, "A Baby Changes Everything" - Faith Hill, "White Christmas" - Bing Crosby
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I will be in Oklahoma with my family. I always spend Christmas Eve at my grandparents' house before making my Christmas rounds to visit family and friends.
Do you have any New Year's resolutions?
Less Pinning. :) I am so addicted to Pinterest!
Follow this rising country music singer on Twitter at: twitter.com/amberhayesmusic
For more on Amber and to hear her music, visit: http://amberayesmusic.com/music
Presley Massara
Keep an eye out for up-and-coming actor,Presley Massara. The Australia native stars in the big-screen adaption of the popular book "The Pineville Heist" coming to theaters in 2015!
What are you most thankful for?
For the Doctors and Nurses that work in Oncology around the world. My Pop is still with us even though he's had invasive Cancer for over nine years now, so I'm thankful I've had the opportunity to create 9 more years of memories with him.
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
It's my first Thanksgiving ever as it's not really celebrated in Australia. We will go to Church in the morning, then we have decided to start our first tradition where we secretly wash a few of our neighbours cars to surprise them.
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
I had run out of pocket money at the time, so I printed vouchers for free hugs, free shoulder massages and vouchers for me to keep silent for 5 minutes at a time (my Mom photocopied those ones to use more often when I used to fight with my sister!).
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
It sounds boring but honestly it was a scrabble set that was left to me by an awesome lady in a nursing home. I have it put away as it's incredibly special to me as I know it was the thing she loved the most.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
My family get togethers on the first week of December each year. We are from a huge Italian, Irish family so there's always over 100 of us there. When you hear the words 'Dinners ready' you literally drop everything and run to the table (even though there's plenty of food - we still fight to get in line first).
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
Grandma got run over by a Reindeer. Sorry Nanna!
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
The best way - with family and my close friends.
Do you have any New Year's resolutions?
I do and I'm pretty good at keeping them. This year I'm vowing to 'pay it forward' each week with random gestures and never post about them on social media.
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
Thanks for all the awesome messages and words you send me all the time. I really enjoy getting to know you all and your support for my new film has been incredible.
Follow this one-to-watch on Twitter at: twitter.com/PresleyMassara
Holiday Memories Hall of Fame!!
We kept some of our favorite memories from years past to share again this year!
Landry Bender
Landry Bender can be seen on the fun Disney XD show, "Crash and Bernstein." The thirteen year old loves script-writing and playing her guitar! She shares her Holiday thoughts below!
What are you most thankful for?
I'm most thankful for my family and friends. I wouldn't be anywhere in my career or in my life without them without their support.
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
My family and I are going to have dinner at our friend's house. He's actually the assistant head football coach for USC so hopefully there are no football players there to eat all the food.
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
I try really hard to be creative with my gifts but sometimes it's tough. My Dad is hard to shop for so I really think about that gift every year to make it special. He always hated slippers but a couple of years ago my mom and I bought him some UGG slippers and you can tell when he opened the box he wasn't impressed. He put them on though and now wears them EVERYDAY! He's even on his second pair!
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
My parents are great at getting me gifts that are always the perfect fit. One year they gave me Final Draft for my computer so I could write scripts another year a guitar. Both of those gifts meant a lot because they help me with my career which means so much to me.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I don't remember one specific year but every Christmas we go to Utah where my mom's side of the family lives. My uncles and cousins are all really fun. We play board games, go sledding, eat junk food and drink hot cocoa. It's always so much fun.
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
"All I Want For Christmas is You" by Mariah Carey but I also love the version of that same song the little girl did in "Love Actually."
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
Another trip to Utah where I am sure we will make some more fun memories. I am also looking forward to some fun parties we've been invited to go to.
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
DRINK LOTS OF HOT COCOA!!!!!
Follow this sweet actress on Twitter at: twitter.com/Landry_Bender
Photo by Ricky Middlesworth
Forever In Your Mind
Like the super-successful group, One Direction, this trio of fun and energetic musicians were put together by Simon Cowell on the show "The X Factor." Emery, Ricky and Jon are now focusing on bringing new music to their fans! Check out their thoughts on Christmas this year and of those past!
What are you most thankful for?
R - My family for supporting me.
E - I'm extremely thankful for this opportunity we've been giving, I love making music and doing it with these two boys!
J - I'd have to say my brother because he's my best friend.
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
E - I'll be spending thanksgiving with my family in Long Island
R - I'll be heading back to see my family too in Texas, I can't wait!
J - I'm visiting my Aunt and Uncle and my baby cousin in Tennessee over thanksgiving.
R - With plenty of yummy food of course!
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
E - I gave my toys away to a charity once, we're so blessed and it was really nice being able to give back.
R - I gave my mom a ring with a swan on it... she cried and told me it was the best gift she'd ever got... I was like boom Dad, you better up your game.
J - It isn't exactly the present but I set up a scavenger hunt once for my brother to find my present to him!
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
R - My ripstick! I loved that thing, I was on it every single day.
E - I got a really cool guitar one year.
J - Ah man, I got an awesome electric guitar one year but I think my favorite gift has to be the rocking horse my uncle hand-carved for me to ride when I was younger.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
J - My favorite memories are when I visited my aunt and uncle, we had pygmy turkey that my uncle made, I drove a stick-shift for the first time in their back yard and we went snowboarding down the hills at their home!
R - You can't do that in California.
J - You definitely can't!
E - Unless you go to Big Bear, they have snow there.
R - I was thinking more Los Angeles than California.
J - We should go snowboarding in California.
E - Everyone pray for snow in Los Angeles so we can snowboard there!
R - OK, My favorite holiday memory is writing letters to Santa, I would write to him asking him to wake me up when he came to my house.
E - And did he ever wake you up ?
R - No but I'm a heavy sleeper
E - Mine would have to be the giant snowball fight I had with all my friends back home. #eastcoast winters
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
R - There's so many to choose from but I'll go traditional and say Silent Night or Santa Clause Is Coming To Town.
J - I love 'You're A Mean One Mr Grinch' (starts singing), 'Carol Of The Bells' and 'Rocking Around The Christmas Tree.'
E - Ooh good choices.
E - I really like the song 'Believe' by Josh Groban.
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
J - I'll be back home in Indiana, visiting my grandparents and hanging out with my dad and brother.
E - Same, well I won't be in Indiana but I'll be back home in Long Island with my family.
R - I will be going back to Texas to be with my family. I can't wait because I love to spend time with my family over the holidays.
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
J - No, not really.
R - None at all ?
J - I don't make them, I guess being the best person I can be but that's an on going thing not something I decided just now.
R - You're so good.
J- I'm trying to be ha ha!
R - I want to start working out more, start getting buff you know! I'd also like to sort out my sleeping schedule and for our band to work super hard and to be successful.
E - I'll go with Ricky's answer too, I love this band and would love for us to become successful. We're working really hard right now so fingers crossed.
R - I thought you were going to say you wanted to buff up too.
E - Well that too but it's not top of my list.
J - I want to 'buff' up too then!
R - What happened to us all being individuals, now you all want to get built up like me!
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
E - We love you! Have an awesome Thanksgiving and a Very Merry Christmas x
J - Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and hope you have the best year of your life! J
R - Look out for our album in the new year. Spend time with your loved ones over the holiday season, wishing you all a very Merry Christmas x.
Keep an eye on these rising stars by following them on Twitter at: twitter.com/boybanderj
See the guys' video for "This Feels Just Like Christmas" here:
Forever in Your Mind Photo by: Russell Baer
Lucy Hale
Lucy Hale stars as Aria Montgomery in the ABC Family smash hit "Pretty Little Liars." Though she's known right now as an actress, the Memphis, TN native has always been singer at heart. She is about to release her first country single, "You Sound Good to Me," in January. Lucy took time out of her hectic schedule to share some Holiday memories with her fans.
What is the best gift that you have ever received?
The best Christmas gift I ever received was my dog, Jack. He's a maltipoo and I got him from my manager Elissa in 2009. You can follow him on twitter @JackyyHale
Click here to hear Lucy answer this question!
What is your favorite Christmas Tradition?
My grandmother lives in Paris, TN and she makes the most yummy breakfast casserole every year at Christmas. It's pretty much just bread, sausage, egg and cheese but it's SO delicious!
Hear Lucy talk about another tradition by clicking here!
What are your favorite Christmas movies?
"A Christmas Story," "How The Grinch Stole Christmas," and "It's A Wonderful Life."
What is your favorite Christmas Play memory?
"I remember being four or five years old and playing Mary and holding baby Jesus in our church Christmas play."
Keep up with Lucy and her two careers on Twitter at: twitter.com/LucyHale
Luke Mitchell
Luke Mitchell started his acting career in his native Australia. Currently, he plays "John Young," on the new CW hit "The Tomorrow People." Tune in Wednesdays at 9 to see Luke and his cast-mates!
What are you most thankful for?
My family and friends.
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
I'm actually hoping to head home to Sydney for my brother-in-law's wedding!
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
A HOLIDAY! Experience/Adventure gifts are the best!
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
Socks & undies? HA! Maybe a laptop...
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
Anytime I'm with my family, just hanging out... going to the beach, playing board games, table tennis, swimming in the pool...
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
I like most of them cause they really help create that Christmas spirit... but then again you can always have TOO much of a good thing!
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I will fly home to Australia and hang out with my family!
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
Not yet! I should probably get thinking! Any suggestions? Maybe improve my TIME MANAGEMENT skills (or lack of)!
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT! IT REALLY MEANS A LOT!
Follow this talented actor on Twitter at: twitter.com/LukeMitchell_
Emma Kenney
Fourteen year old Emma Kenney is part of the super talented cast of Showtime's "Shameless." She also voices the character of "Marigold" in the animated feature "Epic."
What are you most thankful for?
I'm most thankful for my family, friends, and our health. I'm also really thankful for all of the opportunities I've been given involving filming and working with really amazing people!
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
We are playing it pretty low key this year and are just having some family friends come over since all of my family is back home in the east coast! Should be fun though! :)
What is the best Christmas gift that you ever gave someone?
Ever since I started to get paid from my show, I like to buy nice presents for my family and friends! One year I got my mom broadway tickets for us to see Wicked, which was so much fun! I also got my dad a GPS and an iPod touch too!
What is the best Christmas gift that you have received?
Last year I got a Nikon SLR camera from my dad which I was dying for and still use of course!
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I remember on Christmas one year when I was 5 or 6 and my cousin and I stayed up till midnight tracking where "Santa" was on that tracking web site! That was such a fun day.
What are your favorite Christmas songs?
I love Christmas music! Hmm maybe Jingle Bell Rock! I also love Justin Biebers Christmas album from a few years ago! :)
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I actually live in New Jersey and am only in LA to film my TV show, so I'm going home for a week for the holidays! I haven't seen my friends and the majority of my family since September, so I can't wait to see everyone!
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
Yes I have a few actually. I want to try to do better in school, learn how to speak in a British accent, give up reality shows, and improve my organizational skills! I'll probably add more soon though! :)
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
Just to have a peaceful and safe holidays! :)
Follow this sweet actress on Twitter at: twitter.com/EmmaRoseKenney
Photo by Teren Oddo
Allstar Weekend’s Cameron and Zach
Fresh off the wildly successful Selena Gomez “We Own the Night” tour, Allstar Weekend released their second album “All The Way” in late September. The trio of guys are incredible musicians with a knack for writing songs that get stuck in your head and heart and won’t let go! Below Cameron Quiseng and Zach Porter give us the low-down on their Holiday wishes and memories.
Cameron:
What are you most thankful for?
My family and Allstar Weekend
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
Every Thanksgiving I go over to my aunt's house and we have a huge feast!
What is the best Holiday gift that you ever gave someone?
Three years ago my sister’s favorite band was "The Maine" and a few weeks prior to Christmas we played a show with them so I got her an autographed cd. She almost cried.
What is the best Holiday gift that you have received?
Over the years I've gotten some pretty sweet gifts but I think the best gift I ever got was on the Christmas of 1996 when Santa made my bedroom "Space Jam" themed. Everything from the bedspread, to the wallpaper, to the carpet, to the custom basketball hoop hamper. It was something I will never forget.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I don't have just one favorite holiday memory. The holidays are always so cheerful that it seems to me that for the most part we're always having a good time.
What are your favorite Holiday songs?
"White Chirstmas" and "The Christmas Song" but all of Michael Buble's new Christmas album is incredible.
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
At home with my family.
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
No New Year's resolutions, I just hope to have as much fun as I did this year.
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
I really hope you guys enjoy the Holidays and I can't wait to see you all on this winter tour!!
Zach:
What are you most thankful for?
Good health and the opportunities I've had to follow my dream.
How will you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
I'm going back to San Diego to visit my parents and brother.
What is the best Holiday gift that you ever gave someone?
I think I always give bad gifts. Every time I get my parents some cool gadget I come back a year later and it's still in the box ;)
What is the best Holiday gift that you have received?
I got this Lego set I really wanted called Aqua City one year. That was definitely the gift I was most excited about. A lot of celebratory dancing in my whitey-tighties.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I love holiday walks. When there's a cool neighborhood with lights up or a downtown with an ice rink and some kinda festivity. I just like walking around that kinda stuff.
What are your favorite Holiday songs?
Bruce Springsteen's version of Santa Clause is Coming to Town and The Hanukkah Song.
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I'm going to Pennsylvania to visit my grandpa.
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
To stay true to my convictions and work hard.
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
We've missed you not being on tour re past 2 months. Have a wonderful holiday and we'll see you guys out on the road this January and February.
Find and more about this fun and talented group here:
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Booboo Stewart
Booboo Stewart is currently winning over new fans by playing "Seth Clearwater" in the mega successful "Twilight" franchise. "Breaking Dawn: Part One" is in theaters now if you want to check him out on the big screen. He is no stranger to the entertainment industry though. He toured as a dancer with Miley Cyrus on the "Best of Both Worlds" tour, and has appeared as a guest star on shows like "CSI: Miami" and "Good Luck Charlie."
In 2012, the talented actor is looking forward to the release of "Breaking Dawn: Part Two." He will also be featured as the voice of "Jake" in "Guardians of Luna."
What are you most thankful for?
My family
How did you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
We always try to spend it together. It doesn't matter if we are home or not, as long as we can spend it as a family
What is the best Holiday gift that you ever gave someone?
I feel like I'm still pretty young to have given anyone something incredible yet
What is the best Holiday gift that you have received?
My computer
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I don't have one specific one. On Christmas morning, my dad gets up to turn on the tree lights, turn on the fireplace, and turn on the Christmas music. Then, we all come in and start with our stockings, taking turns opening gifts. It's just I think how it should be.
What are your favorite Holiday songs?
I like all the old traditional ones-Jingle Bells , Silent Night etc
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I am hoping we can spend it at home
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
Not really --I try to always set goals and improve all year long
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
I hope everyone can have a fantastic Christmas and a Happy New Year--and if everybody just tries to help just one person or family that needs it this Holiday Season, it would make such a huge difference
Find out more about Booboo by following him on Twitter at twitter.com/RealBoobooFivel
Adam Irigoyen
Adam Irigoyen is building a large fan base, thanks to his role as "Deuce Martinez" on the way popular Disney Channel series "Shake it Up." The Miami native will spend part of his Holiday break in his hometown at a celebration taking place on December 26. See our Main Page for more details
What are you most thankful for?
I am most thankful for my parents because without them I would not be where I am today.
How did you celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
This year for Thanksgiving I went to Chicago for the first time with my co-star and close friend Caroline Sunshine.
What is the best Holiday gift that you ever gave someone?
I would have to say a porcelain teddy bear that I gave my grandmother. It is not for what it is but because of the sentimental value it has for her especially, since we are so far apart from each other.
What is the best Holiday gift that you have received?
The best gift I've ever received is a trip to Miami to spend Christmas with the family.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
I don't have a favorite holiday memory but my favorite types of Christmas memories are the ones where the family is gathered around the Christmas tree on Christmas morning.
What are your favorite Holiday songs?
I personally LOVE the Boyz II men Christmas album.
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
I will spend this Christmas in Miami with the family.
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?
My New Year resolution is to continue my acting, dancing, and singing so that I can further my career.
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
The holidays are meant to be spent with the family so be with them all you can because family is the most precious thing in this world.
You can find out more about this cutie by following him on Twitter at: twitter.com/adamirigoyen
Josh Hutcherson
This interview was conducted for our Holiday feature page in 2009, but we thought we'd bring it back!
What is the best Holiday gift that you ever gave someone?
The best Christmas gift that I gave was floor seats to a UK basketball game to my brother.
What is the best Holiday gift that you have received?
My parents gave me and my brother hand painted Obama Nike Air Force Ones. They were the best.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
All of my family getting together at our house for Christmas, playing games, eating food and just hanging out.
What are your favorite Holiday songs?
I don't really have a favorite song. I like all the songs on the original "Very Special Christmas" album.
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
This year I'll be spending the holidays with my family in Kentucky.
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
Don't forget what the holidays are really about. Being thankful for what you have and spending time with your family.
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Alexander Ludwig
We also brought this interview back from 2009 for you all to re-discover. Alexander plays "Cato" in "The Hunger Games" For more about the movie check out our HUNGER GAMES feature page!
What is the best Holiday gift that you ever gave someone?
Every year for the past 10 years I have dressed up as Santa and put antlers on my dog so that she looks like a reindeer. I arrive at the front door and bring my little sister Sophia a small gift or toy. The reaction she gives me is amazing- its pure innocence and wonder.
What is the best Holiday gift that you have received?
I remember it perfectly. It was Christmas Eve, and Andy Fickman the Director of "Race to Witch Mountain" called my cell while I was skiing on Whistler mountain to tell me that I had the role of Seth in the movie. It was incredible...what a gift.
Describe your favorite Holiday memory.
While traveling with my family in Burma, we were fortunate enough to get the know the people of the villages and to give the children small toys for Christmas. It was a true awakening. We are so lucky in our lives.
What are your favorite Holiday songs?
Winter Wonderland
How will you spend the Holidays this year?
Skiing with my friends and family at Whistler Mountain.
Do you have a holiday message for your fans?
Have a very Merry Christmas!
"Hunger Games" poster provided by Lionsgate
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Hoping to catch some great movies at home this Holiday season or catch up on the TV shows that you missed ? Add these great titles to your wish list!
They’re Back! Arriving Just in Time To Save New York City! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Battle Their Way Onto Blu-ray and DVD!
Fans boys everywhere rejoiced at the thought of a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie franchise reboot and then probably had heart attacks when they found out that Megan Fox was set to star in it. Now, old and new fans of the fabulous foursome can relive this new, high-tech adventure over and over again as the story has arrived on Buy-ray and DVD!
In this updated, special effects laden thrill ride, a news reporter named April O’Neil is chasing a story about a gang known as the “Foot Clan.” While following a lead, she accidently stumbles across the existence of the Turtles but no one believes her.
The Foot Clan (with their dangerous leader Shredder) continue to plan attacks on the people of New York City. Can April convince the Turtles to let her help them stop their evil plan before it’s too late? This new version of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a fun romp for fans of the original movies and series to share with the next generation. Bonus material on the Blu-ray set includes an extended ending, a music video, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the music video and more.
Pick up this title at most places where home entertainment is sold. You can also have it delivered right to your door (just like a pizza!) by ordering here:
Million Dollar Arm Hits a Home-Run With Movie Goers! Bring The Heart-Warming Story Home on Blu-ray or DVD!
Looking for a feel-good movie to share with the whole family? "Million Dollar Arm" steps up to the plate! Based on a true story, the film introduces viewers to JB Bernstein, a once successful sports agent whose career is on a downward spiral. JB is played by "Mad Men's" Jon Hamm who manages to lose himself in this role as well.
Trying to salvage his career, JB comes up with a seemingly far-fetched plan to try to discover new baseball talent in India. By producing a reality competition called "The Million Dollar Arm," he meets Rinku and Dinesh and brings them back to America to learn to play baseball.
The young men handle the culture shock in completely different ways which makes their transition different even though they are going through the same experiences. Also changing, is JB who now has the responsibility of guiding two young men and helping them refine their talent. The trio's relationship proves that family doesn't always mean the parent's who gave birth to you.
Rinku and Dinesh come to life on the big screen thanks to Suraj Sharma (Rinku) and Madhur Mittal (Dinesh). Both actors, native to India, come from high profile projects like "Life of Pi," (Suraj) and "Slumdog Millionaire" (Madhur), but blend beautifully into this film.
What's a good movie without a little romance? "MDA" has that too! Lake Bell plays "Brenda," a doctor who is a tenant of JB's guest house. Can JB's new outlook on life also include settling down with a wife?
Sometimes movies just get everything right. "Million Dollar Arm" sure is close! Well-acted, well-written, and well-produced, the film certainly inspires those who are willing to work hard and dream big. Anything is possible in this film and that is sure to leave a lasting impression on audiences everywhere.
Bonus material on the Blu-ray + DVD Combo pack includes a look at the training the actors went through to prepare for their roles. There's also a special "Learning How To Pitch a Baseball" featurette. You can pick up your copy at most places where home entertainment is sold. You can also order on-line here:
Books and Fun For Readers!
The Doll People Set
Annabelle Doll is 8 years old and for 100 years her family has been passed down from generation to generation. With each passing year, Annabelle becomes more curious as to why her Aunt Sarah disappeared 45 years ago. So begins the "The Doll People" series.
The first three books of the series (The Doll People, The Meanest Doll in the World & The Runaway Dolls) written by Ann M. Martin and Laura Godwin are now sold together in one convenient set. This special collection also includes two paper dolls. Gift these wonderful stories (with illustrations by Caldecott Medal winner Brian Selznick) to the avid reader on your list!
Look for this title in bookstores or order on-line here: The Doll People Set
Percy Jackson's Greek Gods
Author, Rick Riordan dives deeper into the lives of the Greek Gods encountered by Percy Jackson in the beautifully illustrated (thanks to John Rocco) book "Percy Jackson's Greek Gods." Told from Percy's perspective, learn the "who's who" of Greek Gods from Apollo to Zeus.
This is a must-have for fans of the Percy Jackson series or anyone who is interested in learning more about Greek mythology.
Look for this title in bookstores or order on-line here: Percy Jackson's Greek Gods
Video Games for the Whole Family
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Toys & Collectibles
Fisher-Price Nickelodeon Bubble Guppies Snap and Dress Hair Salon
Need a great gift for your little sister or cousin on your list? Teach them to begin to use their imagination right from the start with the Fisher-Price Nickelodeon Bubble Guppies Snap and Dress Hair Salon!
Dress and style Molly for any event at this swim-sational salon! Easy snap-on outfits! Includes 5 swim-sational hairstyles! Includes Molly, party dress, robe, five wigs, sink, hairdryer, chair and mirror play pieces! A great additon to any Bubble Guppies collection!
Order this for the young Nickelodeon fan on your list! Fisher-Price Nickelodeon Bubble Guppies Snap and Dress Hair Salon
Fisher-Price Imaginext SpongeBob Speed Boat
The SpongeBob Speed Boat puts kids' imaginations into high gear. Its exhaust pipes rattle and engine revs when the front of the boat is pressed, offering endless, fast-paced adventures.
Order this for the Spongebob fan on your list! Imaginext Vehicle Set: Spongebob Speed Boat
For a Good Cause
The following charity organizations are in no way affiliated with EnterTeenment News. We just hold them close to our hearts. Making a donation in a family member or friend's name is a great gift that will make both you and them feel great. Some of the organizations even have cool shirts, buttons and wrist bands you can purchase to show your support or hand out to others.
Health and Well-Being Organizations
Talk About It Foundation - Epilepsy
Actor Greg Grunberg (Alias, Felicity) started this organization in honor of his son who suffers from Epilepsy. The foundation's goal is to get people talking about the disease, to inform those who are not aware of the issues faced by those either dealing with it or family and friends of sufferers.
Find out more: www.talkaboutit.org / Facebook / Twitter
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - Children's Health and Cancer Research
Finding Cures. Saving Children.
Find out more: www.stjude.org / Facebook / Twitter
American Red Cross - Disaster Relief
Providing relief to those who have suffered from disaters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes, the Red Cross has been helping the world for over 200 years.
Find out more: www.redcross.org / Facebook / Twitter
Susan G. Komen For the Cure - Breast Cancer
Founded by Susan's sister Nancy G. Brinker in honor of the courage and determination to beat the disease Susan showed throughout her breast cancer fight. The Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation raises money to find a cure to this disease which affects thousands of women, and even many men.
Find out more: ww5.komen.org / Facebook / Twitter
Lupus Foundation of America - Lupus
The Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA) is the foremost national nonprofit health organization dedicated to finding the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, services and hope to all people affected by lupus.
Find out more: www.lupus.org / Facebook / Twitter
American Heart Association - Heart Disease
Our mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. That single purpose drives all we do. The need for our work is beyond question.
Find out more: www.heart.org / Facebook / Twitter
ONE and (RED)- HIV/AIDS
A worldwide organization started by U2 lead singer Bono, this foundation is trying to find a cure for HIV/AIDS and help those suffering from the disease all over the world get funding for food, clothing and medicine.
Find out more: www.one.org / Facebook / Twitter
TJ Martell Foundation - Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS
"Where Music Brings Hope" reads the tagline. In 1973 music producer Tony Martell's son TJ was battling Leukemia and asked his father to raise money to help find a cure "so that no one else has to suffer the way I do." Tony agreed. Two years later TJ passed away at age 19 and Tony vowed to continue to raise money for research in his son's honor.
Find out more: www.tjmartellfoundation.org / Facebook / Twitter
Pets and Wildlife
The Humane Society
A national organization which raises money to protect the well-being of our pets and other animals who live in the wild. Their goal is to make sure there are laws in place to help keep all animals safe from any harm.
Find out more: www.humanesociety.org / Facebook / Twitter
Pets Alive Animal Santuary
A no kill animal shelter that raises money to help house stray pets until they can be adopted by loving families.
Find out more: www.petsalive.com / Facebook / Twitter
World Wildlife Fund
Building a future in which people live in harmony with nature.
Find out more: www.worldwildlife.org / Facebook / Twitter
LGBTQ Foundations
NOH8 Campaign
An organization founded by celebrity photographer Adam Bouska and his partner Jeff Parshley in the aftermath of California's passing of Proposition 8, in which voters ruled to take away marriage rights of LGBT people in the state. Countless celebrities from every walk of life have taken part in the campaign, lending their faces to photos you can purchase for a low price. Also available on the site are t-shirts, wristbands and buttons.
Find out more: www.noh8campaign.com / Facebook / Twitter
Straight But Not Narrow (SBNN)
Founded by "Victorious" star Avan Jogia, this unique organization brings straight allies together with LGBTQ youth to say "I get you." Messages from Avan and his friends, like "Glee" star Cory Monteith and "Hunger Games" cutie Josh Hutchinson speak volumes in the fight for equality, the end to bullying and give hope to those thinking no one will be in their corner. The SBNN campaign also has t-shirts, wristbands and buttons to share.
Find out more: www.wearesbnn.com / Facebook / Twitter
The Trevor Project
A national organization that helps prevent teen suicide for the LGBTQ community.
Find out more: www.thetrevorproject.org / Facebook / Twitter
Close to Their Hearts...Celeb Suggestions
Drake Bell : The Thirst Project
An organization to help people without drinkable water get what they need for purifying water and donating water to regions without any means to do so.
Find out more: www.thirstproject.org / Facebook / Twitter
AnnaSophia Robb : There With Care / Dalit Freedom Network
There With Care : Provides fundamental support services to families and children facing critical illness during medical crisis.
For more: www.therewithcare.org / Facebook / Twitter
Dalit Freedom Network: An organization founded to help prevent and stop human trafficking.
For more: www.dalitnetwork.org / Facebook / Twitter