Ashley Williams and Andrew Walker recently starred in the Hallmark movie, Jingle Bell Run, where they shared a kissing scene that may look romantic on screen, but the actors admit that filming such intimate moments can be a bit awkward. Both actors revealed that shooting these scenes with a crew of people around them can make it feel like a “circus” or a “freak show.”
Despite the challenges, Ashley Williams and Andrew Walker, who are good friends in real life, found the experience of working together on Jingle Bell Run to be a dream come true. The fact that they live close to each other and have kids who are the same age added an extra layer of excitement to the project. Even their children got wind of the movie and had some humorous reactions to the kissing scenes.
Andrew Walker shared that his family playfully teases him when they watch his movies, especially during the kissing scenes. His 4-year-old son even tries to physically “hurt” him a little after watching his dad kiss someone on screen. Williams also recounted a funny moment from another movie, Falling Together, where she and her co-star Paul Campbell created a song about the awkwardness of filming kissing scenes.
Despite the challenges and occasional teasing from their families, both Ashley Williams and Andrew Walker agreed that kissing scenes are just part of the job in the entertainment industry. They find humor in the situation and enjoy the experience of working together, even if it means sharing intimate moments on screen.
If you’re interested in catching Ashley Williams and Andrew Walker in Jingle Bell Run, the movie will be airing on the Hallmark Channel and available for streaming on Peacock. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming holiday film filled with laughter, love, and a touch of awkwardness in the kissing scenes.