This year, December 25th marks a rare alignment: Christmas Day falls on the first day of Hanukkah. This convergence, happening only for the fifth time in over a century, makes the 2023 holiday season particularly special for families who celebrate both traditions, including many celebrities. This unique occasion is often referred to as “Chrismukkah,” a term coined by Seth Cohen (Adam Brody) in the popular television series The O.C.
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From decorating Christmas trees to lighting the menorah, numerous celebrities observe the blended traditions of Chrismukkah, each with their unique approach. Let’s delve into how some of these prominent figures celebrate this special time of year.
Pink and Carey Hart
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Singer Pink and her husband, former motocross racer Carey Hart, embrace both Christmas and Hanukkah, reflecting Pink’s Jewish heritage and Hart’s Christian upbringing. Pink shared a heartfelt Instagram post featuring her family lighting the menorah and praying, wishing light and peace for all during Hanukkah. In past years, she has also shared images of both a Christmas tree and a Hanukkah menorah, showcasing their blended holiday celebrations. Pink and her daughter Willow have also shared videos of themselves singing Hanukkah blessings.
Zoey Deutch
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Actress Zoey Deutch, raised in an interfaith household by actress Lea Thompson and director Howard Deutch, celebrates both Christmas and Hanukkah. A 2024 Instagram post featured Deutch and her dog Maybelle, wishing everyone a “Happy Chrismukkah.”
Madonna
Madonna celebrated the dual holidays in 2024 with a festive video featuring her boyfriend Akeem Morris and four of her children: Lourdes Leon, Chifundo “Mercy” James, and twins Stella and Estere. This demonstrates her inclusive approach to the holiday season.
Michael Turchin and Lance Bass
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Former *NSYNC member Lance Bass and his husband Michael Turchin enthusiastically embrace Chrismukkah, incorporating both Christmas and Hanukkah traditions into their celebrations with their twins, Violet Betty and Alexander James. Bass decorates their home extensively for Christmas while also integrating Jewish elements like menorahs to honor Turchin’s heritage. Bass has even implemented a “one new decoration per week” rule to manage his Christmas enthusiasm.
Deborah Divine and Eugene Levy
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Mirroring the interfaith celebrations depicted on Schitt’s Creek, Eugene Levy and his wife Deborah Divine celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah in their own lives, reflecting Levy’s Jewish background and Divine’s Christian faith. Their son, Dan Levy, has humorously tweeted about his own experience celebrating both holidays.
Jamie Chung and Bryan Greenberg
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Jamie Chung and Bryan Greenberg’s family celebrates both Christmas and Hanukkah. Chung has shared photos on Instagram of their twins in festive Rudolph onesies for Christmas and documented their Hanukkah celebrations. She humorously noted that after receiving many toys for Hanukkah, the twins’ most coveted Christmas gift was a simple banana.
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis
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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, who share two children, celebrate both holidays. Kunis, raised Jewish, embraced Christmas after moving to America, finding a magical quality in the holiday she hadn’t experienced in Russia. For their family, the holidays are about togetherness and any excuse for a celebration.
Steven Greener and Tamron Hall
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Tamron Hall and Steven Greener are raising their son Moses with traditions from both their Jewish and Christian backgrounds. This includes a bris for their son, as well as plans for a Christening at Hall’s mother’s Southern Baptist church. They chose the name Moses, a prophet recognized in multiple religions, to reflect their interfaith bond.
Casey Wilson and David Caspe
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Casey Wilson and David Caspe celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah with their three children. Wilson, raised Baptist, has shared her experience blending both holiday traditions in their household.
Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky
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Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky, who have three children, celebrate Hanukkah. Clinton has shared photos of their family menorah on social media.
Leslie Odom Jr. and Nicolette Robinson
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Leslie Odom Jr. and Nicolette Robinson prioritize family traditions, including celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah with their children. Robinson, raised in an interfaith household, emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s heritage. They focus on connecting with family, culture, and storytelling during the holidays, embracing “all the fierce miracles” of both faiths.
Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas
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Ginnifer Goodwin, raised Jewish, and Josh Dallas celebrate Christmas with their sons. Dallas has shared that Goodwin enjoys decorating for Christmas early in the season.
Gwyneth Paltrow
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Gwyneth Paltrow, raised in a Jewish and Christian household, has spoken about the challenges her parents faced as an interfaith couple in the 1970s. She feels fortunate to have experienced both worlds and maintains a strong connection to her Jewish heritage and traditions.
Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney shared a simple yet heartfelt message on Instagram, featuring photos of himself and his wife Nancy Shevell in front of a Christmas tree and a lit menorah, wishing everyone a happy Christmas and Hanukkah. This simple gesture reflects a universal message of holiday cheer.
