‘My Christmas Family Tree’ is another original movie added to the 2021 Hallmark Channel Christmas lineup. It will star Aimee Teagarden and Andrew Walker. It is proceeding Hallmark original movie, Open by Christmas starring Alison Sweeney. Get all the details on the full cast list, the plot, and see photos.
Vanessa (Teegarden) has never truly had a real family to celebrate with during the holidays. However, this year things are looking up! After Vanessa sends in some DNA to get her family tree DNA test, she discovers a family she never knew existed.
Richard (James Tupper), who is Vanessa’s biological father, invites her to spend Christmas weekend with him and his family. In addition, Richard also invites family friend Kristopher (Andrew Walker), who joins them ever Christmas to pick Vanessa up.
Kris is the perfect person to help Vanessa break the ice when she meets her new family and Richard’s wife for the first time. It feels a bit awkward at first, but the family takes part in their Christmas traditions. As the weekend progresses, Vanessa also gets the chance to meet her grandmother and other extended family. She even helps her little sister overcome stage fright before she goes on stage to perform at the Christmas pageant.
Vanessa is having an amazing Christmas when she receives a phone call from the DNA testing company with some surprising news. Will this jeopardize her holidays?
Aimee Teagarden as Vanessa
Aimee Teagarden is an actress, model and producer. She is most recognized as starring as Julie Taylor in the NBC drama Friday Night Lights from 2006 to 2011. A few short years later, Teegarden also starred in the CW’s Star-Crossed.
The 32-year old California born actress is an avid fitness enthusiast. Aimee competed in the 2016 Chicago Spartan Race and running a half marathon with Team Nike.
Aimee is a dog mom! Look at she and her cute pup hanging out on the beach.
Andrew Walker as Kristopher
Andrew Walker is a Canadian actor. He has been a staple in the Hallmark Channel world for years now. However, Andrew was first seen in his early acting days in the popular teen series Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
The 42-year old actor is married to his wife, Cassandra Troy Walker. The couple have two children together. They also run a cold pressed juice company together. Andrew and Cassandra were recently participating in a tradeshow. Check out this photo from Cassandra’s Instagram.
“Today was fun! We met customers, made friends with soon to be customers, and got to try and learn about so many cool new brands. LOVE that we did this with our friends @petesmilk 🤍 And especially love doing it with my fav partner in crime @awalkk35“
Cute family alert! Families that dress up together, stay together.
Portrays Vanessa
Portrays Kristopher
Portrays Richard
Aimee Teegarden (Vanessa)
Andrew Walker (Kristopher)
James Tupper (Richard)
Mike Carpenter (Richard Stunt Double)
Kendall Cross (Pauline)
Georgia Orchard (Emilia)
Ava Marie Telek (Caitlin)
Colby McClendon (Aiden)
Lisa Paxton (Grandma Helene)
Aadila Dosani (DeeDee)
Kapila Rego (Shelby)
Monique Helbig (Mrs. Holden)
VG Winter (Mr. Holden)
Aiden Wang (Holden Kid 1)
Allan Wang (Holden Kid 2)
Nyha Huang Breitkreuz (Holden Kid 3)
Ranon Lucas (Young Boy Angel)
John Perrotta (Uncle Dave)
Marcie Nestman (Aunt Sandra)
Robert Egger (Uncle Terry)
Brenda Bauder (Aunt Judy)
Cruiser (Mickey – Dog)
Colin Decker (Stunt Coordinator)
‘My Christmas Family Tree’ is set to premiere on the Hallmark Channel on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 8pm EST.
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