Craig Geoghan: Finding Mr. Christmas' Season 2 Winner

Markos Papadatos spoke with actor Craig Geoghan regarding his victory on "Finding Mr. Christmas" Season 2 and his role in the Hallmark movie Make or Break Holiday, where he portrays Reid, the brother of Hunter King’s character, Liv.

New Hallmark Holiday Film

The story follows Liv (Hunter King) and Daniel (Evan Roderick) as they face the frustrations of planning Christmas in a new home. They agree to a temporary break but must maintain the appearance of a happy couple while hosting their families for the season.

Reflecting on his time working on Make or Break Holiday, Geoghan shared, "It was such a great experience. We filmed in Canada, a place I had never visited before, which was a wonderful opportunity."

"The whole process was incredible and went beyond what I expected. It was a lot of fun, and I remain in contact with everyone from the production," he added.

Playing Reid

Discussing his role, Geoghan noted, "Playing Reid was a highlight. He is a fun character, and it felt as though the part was tailored for me. It gave me the chance to focus on comedy and humor."

"There were moments where I could find more depth, similar to my path on 'Finding Mr. Christmas.' I began as the humorous contestant, but as time passed, I discovered new layers to myself, just as Reid does in the film," Geoghan explained.

Working with Hunter King

On his collaboration with Hunter King, Geoghan said, "I previously worked with Hunter on 'Finding Mr. Christmas,' so it was helpful to have a familiar colleague helping to guide the way. The entire cast and crew were fantastic."

Current Life Chapter

When asked to name the current chapter of his life, Geoghan chose the word "Renaissance."

"There are many transitions occurring for me right now. I feel it is important to accept them, regardless of the challenges or benefits they bring," he said. "I believe 'Renaissance' describes my current path perfectly."

Winning ‘Finding Mr. Christmas’ Season 2

Geoghan secured the win in the second season of the competition, which is hosted by Jonathan Bennett.

"It felt a bit surreal," Geoghan admitted regarding the win. "It didn’t feel entirely real until the public found out. When the announcement happened during the finale screening at Rocco’s in West Hollywood, that was the moment it truly hit home."

"Having that level of support from everyone was moving. It felt like being a celebrity for the evening, which was a great feeling."

Lessons from the Journey

Reflecting on what he gained from the competition, he shared, "The experience taught me that it is okay to be open. As an athlete, specifically a quarterback, my role was to remain composed. Acting is different; you have to be willing to show your emotions and embrace both the highs and the lows."

"I took that lesson from the reality show, and I believe it will help me grow as an actor and as an individual," Geoghan said.

Advice for Aspiring Actors

For those entering the acting field, Geoghan advised, "Prepare, but do not over-plan. Sometimes actors enter a scene with a rigid idea of what they want to do, which might not serve the story best."

"It is vital to understand your identity, who you are interacting with, and the subject of the scene. From there, let the performance develop naturally."

Defining Success

"Success to me is being happy with my professional life," Geoghan stated. "If recognition comes with that, it is a bonus, but my primary goal is to find fulfillment in my work."

"I hope to sustain myself through this career and perhaps make a positive impact on others along the way."

A Message for Fans

To the Hallmark audience and his supporters, Geoghan expressed his gratitude: "Thank you so much. I didn't expect this level of excitement. Receiving messages, signing autographs, and meeting people is a new experience for me."

"As an athlete, I had supporters in the stands, but being reached out to on social media and meeting Hallmark fans in person is different. I am very grateful, because without the fans, 'Finding Mr. Christmas' would not be possible."

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