Jonathan Bennett Makes History with Hallmark’s First LGBTQ Movie: ‘What a Christmas to Be Alive’ (Exclusive)

Jonathan Bennett is no stranger to the Christmas movie genre, but the babysitter on vacation You will always stand out from the others. OR Bad Girls former stars and producers of the new movie Hallmark, which is making history as the network’s first LGBTQ-led holiday movie. Hollywood life spoke EXCLUSIVELY with Jonathan about this monumental moment for him, the network, and queer representation in the Christmas movie genre.

“What a Christmas to be alive. I am so excited to star in the first LGBTQ+ rom-com on Hallmark Channel with the babysitter on vacationJonathan said Hollywood life at That’s4Entertainment’s Christmas Con 2022 on December 10. “But what’s even more exciting is the fact that this film is not just for queer audiences. This is for everyone because Christmas is for everyone. Hallmark Channel is for everyone. the babysitter on vacation for everyone, and I know a lot of people are going to see this movie and feel so watched and feel like they have a seat at the Hallmark party table.

As executive producer of the film, Jonathan helped “create the story from the ground up”. He continued: “That’s why I love creating the character of Sam that I played, because he was based on personal experiences. I think whenever you take a personal story or a truth and put it on screen, you find a lot of heart and a lot of humor that people can relate to.”

The film stars Jonathan as Sam, a workaholic bachelor who takes care of his niece and nephew during the holidays. He ends up enlisting the help of his handsome neighbor and sparks start flying between them.

The actor would “definitely” “continue the story of Sam and Jason.” [played by George Krissa] because fans will fall in love with it. I think since this is the first time we’ve seen a cute queer date online, it’s important to follow the story and move forward so you can make it for the hottest celebrity news.