Chris Jericho Returns for UPtv's Faith-Based 'Country Hearts Christmas'
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He sings, he acts, he wrestles! Pro wrestler Chris Jericho recently starred in UPtv's faith-based family film, Country Hearts in October. In it, he played Bones, the patriarch of a music dynasty that was far more interesting than anything you'd see on Monarch or possibly even Nashville. In Country Hearts Christmas, a holiday sort-of sequel, former rocker Bones is getting the homestead ready for a family Christmas while his daughters chase their musical dreams, but nothing ever seems to go as planned.
Here's everything we know about Country Hearts Christmas including a Parade exclusive sneak peek. Take a look.
What is Country Hearts Christmas about?
It’s days before Christmas, and the Jameson family are all off chasing their dreams. Tori (Lainie McAuley) and June (Katerina Maria) are in Nashville recording their first album while Bones is home on the farm getting everything ready for the whole family to be together at Christmas. But when the sisters get a chance to be on a live Christmas Eve show, one that will supercharge their budding career, they are faced with a difficult decision; they could do the show and get a much-needed boost in the industry, but it means not spending a very special Christmas with their family. Added complications arise when Tori’s heart doesn’t know if she should choose an old flame or an old friend, and June is struggling with a long-distance marriage. In the end, it’s remembering that family, faith and love is the answer to any big decision.
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Meet the cast of Country Hearts Christmas
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Chris Jericho (Bones)
Chris Jericho leads a double life—as a professional wrestler and a rock musician! Since he was 19, he's wrestled for most of the major wrestling promotors, including the WWE. Jericho is also the lead singer of the heavy metal band, Fozzy, which has released seven studio albums.
Related: Pro Wrestler Chris Jericho Stars in New Faith-Based Family Movie on UPtv
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Lanie McAuley (Tori)
McAuley is a singer-actress who is probably best known for role as musician Emma on Chesapeake Shores. She released her first single, "Animal," back in 2019. Previous acting credits include Write Before Christmas and The Podcast Murders.
Katerina Maria (June)
Maria's previous credits include Ms. Pawsitively Perfect and A Beautiful Rush. She also stars in the holiday film, The Heiress of Christmas opposite her Country Hearts co-star, David Pinard.
David Pinard (Luke)
Pinard has appeared in Merry Swissmas, The Princess and the Bodyguard and Picture Perfect Romance. Upcoming projects include Christmas By Design and Christmas in Maple Hills.
Craig Strickland (Roddy)
Singer-songwriter Craig Strickland has appeared in movies such as Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Lost Girl and Being Erica. His music can also be heard in national campaigns for McDonald's and Tim Horton's. In addition to guitar, Strickland plays piano, trumpet, bass and harmonica.
When does Country Hearts Christmas premiere?
Country Hearts Christmas premieres on Sunday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. ET on UPtv.
Does Parade have a sneak peek of Country Hearts Christmas?
Giddyup! We do! Check out this Parade exclusive sneak peek of Country Hearts Christmas below.
Country Hearts Christmas
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