Broadway Star Laura Osnes Talks New Hallmark Film ‘Christmas in Tahoe’

Last updated on: November 28, 2021 at 9:06 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Two-time Tony Award nominee Laura Osnes plays a talent coordinator for a Christmas show in the new Hallmark Channel film “Christmas in Tahoe,” premiering this weekend. The singer-actress-dancer, last seen on Broadway in the musical “Bandstand,” has previously appeared in the Hallmark films “One Royal Holiday,” “In the Key of Love,” “Raise a Glass to Love,” and “A Homecoming for the Holidays.” Osnes recently spoke with Reel Faith’s DeWayne Hamby about the new film as well as her background on... Read more

Cody McCarver Revs Up His Engine for ‘Bandit’ Tribute, John Schneider’s ‘Poker Run’

Last updated on: November 26, 2021 at 10:37 am By DeWayne Hamby

Premiering today, John Schneider (“The Dukes of Hazzard,” “Smallville”) releases his latest film, “Poker Run,” a “southern horsepower” homage to the classic “Smokey and the Bandit” films popularized in the 70’s. Singer-songwriter Cody McCarver plays sidekick as Frosty, an homage to Jerry Reed’s “Snowman” from the Burt Reynold’s series, along with Mindy Robinson, Dion Baia, and Dane Rhodes. McCarver, who first rose to popularity as the lead singer of country group Confederate Railroad before making his mark as a solo... Read more

Logan Shroyer Reveals Surprising Connection With Original ‘Waltons’ John Boy Richard Thomas

Last updated on: November 26, 2021 at 9:12 am By DeWayne Hamby

On Sunday evening, The CW will premiere “The Waltons: Homecoming,’ premiering 50 years after the original film “The Waltons: A Christmas Story” launched the long-running beloved series. Logan Shroyer, known to audiences as Young Kevin on NBC’s “This Is Us” steps into the iconic role of John Boy, made famous by Richard Thomas in the original series. Although the series ended its run in the early 80’s, the 22-year-old actor was surprisingly familiar with the drama, in a way he... Read more

Will Smith Says ‘King Richard’ is a ‘Powerful Story of Belief, Love, Family, and God.’

Last updated on: November 11, 2021 at 5:32 pm By DeWayne Hamby

There’s something special about the story behind the new film “King Richard,” according to its star, Will Smith. The rise to greatness of tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams, guided by their dedicated father, is a testament to love, family, and God’s faithfulness, the Academy Award-nominated actor and Grammy Award-winning-singer said. “I think the thing that was most surprising for me—before I decided that I absolutely had to tell this story—was that Richard had prophesized everything; that he had been... Read more

Tauren Wells, Carrie Underwood Among Performers Announced for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Last updated on: November 2, 2021 at 5:50 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Dove Award-winning artist Tauren Wells and Grammy Award-winning Carrie Underwood have been announced as performers for the 95th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, airing Nov. 25 on NBC. The two popular artists are familiar voices to faith-based audiences, having gained awards and attention from both pop and gospel listeners. Wells, who received a Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year for “Famous For (I Believe),” will perform on a float sponsored by Cracker Barrel. “I cannot believe I will be... Read more

Listen: UNITED Blends Classic and Contemporary in New Single ‘Sure Thing’

Last updated on: October 30, 2021 at 2:25 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Recently, multi-award-winning and platinum-selling artist UNITED (“Oceans”), led by Joel Houston and Taya, released its new digital single, “Sure Thing.” Out now with an accompanying music video, “Sure Thing” is a dedication to the unwavering foundation that is the love of God. Through soaring melodies, the new song brings into contrast the unsteady nature of the world and the solid dependability of Jesus’ grace and God’s Kingdom. “Sure Thing” suggests that while storms, wind and earthquakes render shaky ground, faith... Read more

Update: ‘Christmas with The Chosen’ Breaking Early Ticket Records, More Theaters Added

Last updated on: October 29, 2021 at 10:52 am By DeWayne Hamby

On Tuesday night, “The Chosen” series creator, writer, and director Dallas Jenkins revealed plans for the first-ever big-screen event for the popular series, coming to theaters via Fathom Events on December 1 and 2. Soon after, as fans of the show began purchasing tickets, pre-sale records were shattered for the distributor, resulting in more screens being added, and even more to come. “‘Christmas with The Chosen: The Messengers’ broke Fathom Events’ record with $1.5 million in sales in the first... Read more

Jaden Michael on Stepping Into Kaepernick’s Shoes in ‘Colin in Black and White’

Last updated on: October 30, 2021 at 10:29 am By DeWayne Hamby

Jaden Michael (“Vampires Vs. The Bronx”) plays a teenage Colin Kaepernick in the new Netflix series “Colin in Black and White,” releasing this weekend. The series, produced by Ava DuVernay (“Selma,” “When They See Us”) and Kaepernick, spotlights the athlete-activist, tracing his steps as a young Black student being raised by white parents in a middle-class neighborhood. Michael, who grew up in the Hamilton Heights part of Manhattan, won the coveted starring role after a national search led by DuVernay... Read more

‘The Chosen’ on the Big Screen; Popular Series to Debut Christmas Special in December

Last updated on: October 29, 2021 at 10:40 am By DeWayne Hamby

During a Livestream announcement on social media tonight, “The Chosen” creator, director, and co-writer Dallas Jenkins revealed plans for this year’s Christmas special which will debut in theaters on Dec. 1 and 2 for the first time, as a Fathom Events presentation. The highly popular series, centering on the life of Christ and His disciples, stars Jonathan Roumie as Jesus, Shahar Isaac as Simon, and Elizabeth Tabish as Mary Magdalene. Raising $10 million, season one is the highest crowd-funded TV... Read more

Jonathan McReynolds Salutes the Diversity of the Dove Awards, a Community United By Faith

Last updated on: October 22, 2021 at 2:47 pm By DeWayne Hamby

During the 52nd Annual GMA Dove Awards, GRAMMY Award-winning artist Jonathan McReynolds, known for No. 1 hits “Grace,” I’m Not Lucky” and “Make Room,” will step up to co-host with Natalie Grant. Recorded live at Lipscomb Allen Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, the evening features performances by McReynolds, Grant, Dante Bowe, CAIN, Lauren Daigle, Hope Darst, Elevation Worship, KB ft. Matt Redman, Koryn Hawthorne ft. Donnie McClurkin, The Isaacs, Brandon Lake, Maverick City Music, We The Kingdom, CeCe Winans, and Zach... Read more