Finding Mr. Christmaswill debut on October 31, with ten promising men competing for the title of Mr. Christmas forHallmark’supcoming original movie. Hosted by Jonathan Bennett,Finding Mr. Christmaswill take a deep dive into the lives of these aspiring actors with different professional backgrounds, undertaking different challenges to test their talent and authenticity.Jonathan is known for his iconicrole inMean Girls. He is also a Hallmark sweetheart and has impressive filmography in the channel’s movies, includingChristmas Cherry LaneandThe Holiday Sitter.Therefore, Jonathan will bring experience and infectious enthusiasm to this reality show.
Finding Mr. Christmaspromises to infuse the series with a perfect blend of holiday magic and fun,putting the show on a must-watch category. At the end of eight episodes,Finding Mr. Christmaswill crown the winner, who will get the opportunity of a lifetime by becoming the lead actor, co-starring Jessica Lowndes inone of Hallmark’s best Christmas movies,Happy Hwlidays. Meet theFinding Mr. Christmascast, who will go through judges' evaluation to determine their acting abilities and how well they can put the audience into the holiday mood.
Blake Kelley
Beaumont, Texas
Blake Kelley is a 36-year-old sales manager and a former college football player. In his cast bio, Blake describes himself as a “small-town guy with a strong competitive spirit,” often visible when playing UNO with his relatives. With his business acumen and Southern charm, Blake might be one of the strongest competitors in the series.
Parker Gregory
League City, Texas
Parker Gregory is a 39-year-old model with a “deep love for superheroes.” According to his Instagram bio, he is under the VNY model management group. Parker is also a fitness enthusiast who works as a trainer and coach for Lightening Party Fitness & Endurance, focusing on strength training, supplements and other fitness hacks. When he’s not training or modeling,Parker loves spending time with his dog Alfie.
David Habashy
British Columbia
David Habashy, 29, is an aerospace engineer from Vancouver. He was born in Cairo, Egypt, and haspreviously participated in competitive MMA. As the brainiac of theFinding Mr. Christmasparticipants, David can win the Mr. Christmas title. MMA fighters are used to adaptability as their strategies in the ring often change. That could translate into quick learning of the new challenges the participants will indulge in, giving David a chance to excel in this unfamiliar territory.
Jonathan Wells
Chicago, Illinois
Jonathan Wells is a 27-year-old Chicago-based entrepreneur hoping to secure the next leading role in a Christmas movie. As a former field and track star, Jonathanunderstands how brutal competition can bebut is ready to challenge all the men fighting for Mr. Christmas’s title. Jonathan formerly competed in the USA Olympics trials, and with all that behind him, he’s ready to give acting a chance.
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The aspiring movie staralso loves traveling and sharing BTS of his adventures. For instance,Jonathanshared a video showing him scuba diving in Phi Phi Islands with a lengthy caption in his Instagram, writing in part how, “Scuba diving in the Phi Phi Islands - As a kid, this would have sounded like a dream.” Jonathan continued to reminisce about how God had opened doors for him and allowed him to explore and connect with people from different walks of life.
Daxton Bloomquist
Los Angeles
Daxton Bloomquist is a 36-year-old California native who has participated in over 1000 shows. As an actor, Daxton has been privileged enough to take up some roles in some of the incredible shows, includingThe Book of Mormon, on Broadway. Besides rating, Daxton is also anavid traveler who’s been to all 50 states. According to his bio onEW, Daxton will also be “an increasing LGBTQ+ representation in film and television.” LGBTQ+ representation in television and film challenges stereotypes and reduces the stigma that some of these individuals face.
It is also an empowering movement for most people, who often feel seen whenever they see participants who reflect their identities on television or film. Hence, Daxton’s appearance inFinding Mr. Christmaswill challenge outdated stereotypesand thus assist in dismantling harmful misconceptions.Hallmark has worked to include people of all kinds, no matter their sexual orientation, and the streaming giant is still fully invested in having more LGBTQ+ characters in their movies.
Isaac Ramirez
Santa Clarita, California
Elijah Malcomb
Lodi, New Jersey
Elijah Malcomb is a 31-year-old delivery driver and actor from New Jersey. He’s a “self-proclaimed nerd” who enjoys gaming. The aspiring “Mr. Christmas” actor spent five years touring withHamilton,an epic Broadway musical based on the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the country’s Founding Fathers. Elijah stated thathe’s a grandson of Ron Townson,a famous vocalistwho was an original member of The Fifth Dimension. Elijah is a proud father of one. He welcomed their daughter with his partner on June 20, 2025.
Hayden Maher
Los Angeles, California
Hayden Maher, 30, is currently living in LA, but he is originally from Australia. He works as a children’s entertainer and helps rescue animals and find them a new home. According to his Instagram bio, Hayden hosts a podcast calledBlondies Out Loudwith a fellowFinding Mr. Christmascontestant, Daxton Bloomquist.He seems to be one of the most fun-loving participants who will bring joy and laughter into the series.
Gage Robinson
Gage Robinson, 30, is a marketing consultant from LA. He enjoys working with kids and has previously worked as a swimming coach. He was an actor inStupid Gamesmovie available for streaming on different sites such as Prime Video and Tubi. He is also a model under Brand Model & Talent Agency, a West Coast agency well-known for its lifestyle, beauty and fitness markets. As a marketing consultant, Gage will know which skills to present during his time on the show,hoping his strategy will help him secure the “Mr. Christmas” title.
Ezra Moreland
From San Diego
Ezra Morelandis a model and a former navy rescue diverlooking for his big acting break through theFinding Mr. Christmasreality show. The 31-year-old San Diego native is a chess fanatic and is learning to play a guitar. Ezra also states that his favorite meal is oatmeal. Based on his former profession as a navy officer, Ezra will bring forth bravery, which might favor him when participating in different challenges.
TheFinding Mr. Christmastrailer shows the ten participants entering the house, interacting and participating in different competitions (viaHallmark+). While some survive to the end, others are eliminated. Ezra is one of the guys who will enter the house at the beginning of the series. It will be interesting to see how well Ezra adjusts andif he becomes “Mr. Christmas” onceFinding Mr. Christmaspremieres.
Finding Mr. Christmas
Cast
In this reality competition series, ten contestants compete in a variety of challenges to secure a starring role in a 2024 Hallmark Channel holiday movie. The winner earns the title of “Mr. Christmas,” demonstrating their charm, talent, and holiday spirit.
