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/ Melissa Joan Hart
The Hart OF THE HOLIDAYS An Interview with Melissa Joan Hart BY: SYDNI ELLIS
THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS MORE MAGICAL WHEN THIS ACTRESS IS INVOLVED A baker, a toy shop owner and a kidnapping waitress know how to bring the spirit of Christmas to the masses. At least, Melissa Joan Hart does! That’s because this feisty, blonde-haired beauty has played all of those characters and more in seven heart-warming holiday movies over the past 33 years. Her latest is Christmas Reservations, where Hart plays Holly, an event coordinator at a family-owned lodge. Over gingerbread cookies and classic winter activities, Hart brings her witty one-liners and unlimited charm to the small screen once again. 42 HOPEFORWOMENMAG.COM WINTER 2019
As a long-time fan (yes, I still have my Sabrina the Teenage Witch Barbie doll from the ‘90s—don’t judge!), I jumped at the chance to talk to this award-winning actress, producer and director. She shared with me about her love of making holiday movies, her favorite Christmas traditions and how she brings hope to women during this time of year. “People love the feel-good nature of these movies, and they are so well received,” explained Hart. “Plus, they are the only