From heartwarming traditions to unforgettable duets, explore how your favorite stars embrace the holiday spirit and what they're most excited for in 2025!
As the frosty air ushers in the holiday season, we’ve gathered a sparkling lineup of celebrities to share their cherished Christmas traditions, personal holiday preferences, and much more in our exclusive holiday roundup. From cozy family rituals to festive culinary delights, each star opens up about what makes this time of year truly magical for them.
They reveal whether their perfect Christmas day involves grand celebrations or a more subdued, intimate gathering. We also dive into the melodies that fill their homes during the holidays, discovering which Christmas duet dreams could come true if they had the chance to perform with any artist, past or present.
Our beloved celebrities don't just stop at music; they also share their must-watch holiday films and TV shows that have become as essential as ornaments on a Christmas tree. They discuss the joy of giving in ways that extend beyond wrapped packages and express what they are most grateful for as the year draws to a close.
Additionally, they look forward to the new year with anticipation and excitement, reflecting on personal aspirations and hopes for the future. And just for a dash of festive fun, they reveal which holiday movie character they resonate with most—and why.
Join us in embracing the spirit of the season through the words and reflections of those who light up our screens and stages, as they share the warmth and joy of their holiday experiences.
Lucas Hoge
Lucas Hoge is all about decking the halls and jingling all the way! He admits, "My perfect Christmas day is definitely all out! We love to go big with the celebrations." When it comes to holiday tunes, he can't get enough of 'Silent Night,' saying it "brings so much peace and happiness." Lucas looks forward to his mom's famous cinnamon rolls every year and suggests, "People can embrace the spirit of giving by volunteering or simply being a good friend." As the new year approaches, he's grateful for "the incredible support of my fans." And if he were a holiday movie character? "I'd say I'm a bit like Buddy from 'Elf' because I'm always so excited about Christmas!"
Ashley Ryan
Ashley Ryan celebrates Christmas deeply anchored in faith and family traditions. She starts her season reflecting on the Christmas story from the book of Luke, emphasizing that "Jesus is the reason for the season." Her ideal Christmas includes gift-opening, pancakes, ice skating, and board games, all wrapped in the joy of celebrating Jesus’ birthday.
Ashley would love to perform a Christmas duet with NEEDTOBREATHE, drawn to their music for a unique collaboration. Her favorite holiday treats are sugar cookies and bread pudding, and she enjoys classic Christmas films like Santa Claus Is Coming to Town and Home Alone. Ashley stresses that the true spirit of Christmas lies in "the gravity of what Jesus did on the cross," promoting love and humility over materialism. Grateful for life's blessings and excited about sharing new music and connecting with fans, she humorously compares herself to Clark Griswold, embracing the festive chaos with a heart full of gratitude.
Hayden Coffman
Hayden Coffman treasures his family's Christmas pajama party tradition, sharing, "My favorite Christmas tradition is every Christmas Eve we all gather as an entire family and my Aunt Naomi passes out Christmas pajamas. It’s always so funny because everyone is always matching no matter how young or old." His perfect Christmas day is a whirlwind of family gatherings across Knoxville and Sevierville, making for "a very long busy day but I wouldn’t trade it for the world." Dreaming of a duet, Hayden would choose country legend Alan Jackson because of his inspirational "Honky Tonk Christmas" album. His must-watch holiday movie is "The Grinch," both animated and non-animated versions, calling it "a Christmas classic and always a must watch." Beyond gifts, Hayden believes in giving time and love, advising, "Call and check in on your loved ones... Everybody loves to be loved and felt cared about."
Lane Smith
Lane Smith envisions a rockin' holiday duet with none other than Elvis Presley, sharing, "Funny enough, I think a duet with Elvis on a Christmas song would be awesome. The style and bling he had always seemed like you could never go wrong." When it comes to holiday cooking, Lane is passionate about BBQ, particularly smoking brisket and baby back ribs on Christmas Day, describing it as "unbeatable."
His favorite holiday movie is "Elf," chosen for its comedic value. Lane explains, "I’m not really a movie guy... So if I do watch a movie I want it to be a comedy, and Elf is pretty dang funny!” His holiday song of choice? "Jingle Bells," which he admits often gets stuck in his head, playfully annoying those around him.
Lane values the spirit of giving beyond material gifts, emphasizing respect and kindness: "The most important [way] to me is just being nice, and respectful to everyone. A simple smile goes a lot further than one would think." This Christmas, he's particularly grateful for "the opportunities that have risen towards the end of this year," teasing some exciting news he's yet to reveal.
Riley Roth
Riley Roth cherishes her Christmas traditions deeply, sharing that some of her favorites include "opening new Christmas pajamas on Christmas Eve, driving around to look at Christmas lights, as a family, and having a game night on Christmas." For Riley, the perfect Christmas Day is cozy and family-centered, complete with gift exchanges in the living room, cinnamon rolls for breakfast—a family tradition—and a lively game night to round out the celebrations.
This Christmas is particularly meaningful for Riley, as it marks her first holiday season as a married woman. She expresses heartfelt gratitude, noting, "This is my first Christmas married, so I am so grateful for my husband and the new traditions we will get to make together throughout our life!" Combining old traditions with new ones and surrounded by loved ones, Riley is embracing the festive season with joy and appreciation.
Mary Sarah
Mary Sarah's Christmas is all about warmth and sweet traditions, especially when it comes to baking. "Baking with all of our friends and family has become a staple," she explains, highlighting the joy of frosting Christmas cookies with loved ones. Her ideal Christmas is decidedly low-key, focusing on quality time and playing games with family. If given a chance, Mary would choose to perform a Christmas duet with Patsy Cline, her "dream duet" partner.
When it comes to holiday treats, anything with chocolate tops her list. Mary enjoys classic holiday movies like "Elf" and "Home Alone," but admits she's a "sucker for romantic Christmas movies like Love Actually." Her favorite holiday songs are those that remind us of the reason for the season, Jesus. Beyond material gifts, she believes in the spirit of giving through acts of service, listening, and spending time helping others.
This season, Mary is particularly grateful for family and the meaningful reflection on the year's blessings, including "the birth of Jesus." She's also excited about the new year, eager to share new music she’s been creating. Adding a fun twist, Mary reveals she voiced Polly the polar bear in the upcoming film "Steal The Naughty List," noting, "She is definitely like me because she is me!"
Remy Garrison
Remy Garrison describes her perfect Christmas as a blend of cherished family moments and simple joys. She starts the day with a breakfast made by her mom, followed by opening presents with her family. The celebration continues with a church service and a drive to look at Christmas lights, embracing a more lowkey vibe focused on "the little things."
Remy dreams of performing a Christmas duet with the legendary Elvis Presley, specifically "Last Christmas," which she adores, noting that Elvis had "one of the best voices out there." Looking ahead to the new year, Remy is brimming with excitement about her music. She reveals, "One thing I’m excited for in the upcoming new year is all the new music I’ll be releasing!!" She describes her current music era as "very unapologetic & fun," and eagerly anticipates the new goals and opportunities that the coming year will bring.
American Blonde
American Blonde brings a touch of nostalgia and warmth to their holiday season. They dream of performing a Christmas duet with Brett Eldridge, admiring his "magical voice" and classic style that echoes the Christmas music of their childhood. Each year, they eagerly anticipate their mom's homemade sausage balls and breakfast casserole, a tradition accompanied by creating and sharing unique Christmas cocktails.
"Christmas Vacation" and "Elf" are must-watch movies for them during the holidays, continuing a family tradition of movie watching while decorating the tree. Beyond the festive lights and movies, they emphasize the importance of giving time and kindness to others as a way to truly embrace the spirit of the season.
This Christmas, they are particularly grateful for their health, family, friends, and supportive fans, cherishing the opportunity to run a business together as sisters. Looking ahead, they are excited about releasing new music and performing in new places, anticipating "a big fun year for sure!" They humorously compare themselves to the Miser Brothers from "The Year Without A Santa Claus," with Tinka as the fiery "Heat Miser" and Nata as the chill "Snow Miser."
Madison Olivia
Madison Olivia lights up when sharing her cherished Christmas traditions. Every Christmas Eve, her family hosts a big gathering in Michigan, bringing together relatives from both sides for a celebration she eagerly anticipates each year. Madison describes her perfect Christmas day as a cozy morning in pajamas, savoring a "BIG hot chocolate paired with pancakes, bacon, eggs, and hash browns," followed by a day of opening presents and watching her favorite holiday film, Christmas Vacation.
If given the chance to perform a Christmas duet, Madison would choose to sing "The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)" with Christina Aguilera, reminiscing about how she played it on repeat during her childhood. Looking forward to the new year, she's excited about the prospect of moving to Nashville full-time in 2025, sharing more music, and connecting with more fans through big shows she has planned, eager to embrace the opportunities that await in her musical journey.
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