Aahana Swrup
The exciting reality show ‘Finding Mr. Christmas’ offers a festive competition in which ten contestants find themselves partaking in a race toward becoming the leading man in Hallmark’s next rom-com. Season 1 featured several aspiring actors who got the chance of a lifetime as they spent weeks together, facing new challenges and lessons every day, finding camaraderie among each other. Whether an experienced actor from the theater or a novice with big dreams, each of them got to be a part of an incredible experience as every week brought new adventures, usually under the tutelage of seasoned artists and directors. As such, in the aftermath of the season, each contestant has overseen some big changes in their lives, shaped by their experiences and the friendships they made.
Isaac Ramirez is Pursuing the Best of Both Worlds
Even though Isaac Ramirez’s journey on the show was short, as he was the first contestant to be eliminated, he left an undeniable impression on the fans with his easy charm. The youngest in a family of eight siblings, the Los Angeles-based firefighter came into the competition with a clear goal of making his family proud. Since his exit from the show, he seems to have continued to do just that! Ramirez has continued to serve the community as a firefighter and even shares content about his profession with his followers across multiple platforms.
During the tragic Eaton Fire in Southern California that commenced in early January 2025, he signed up to be a part of the strike team and remained on standby as needed. He also brought attention and awareness to the calamity through his social media presence, urging fans to help out in whatever way they could. Thus, his ongoing endeavor as a California-based influencer/firefighter seems to be taking off in full force. Between lifestyle videos, brand collaborations, and sharing his interests in fashion, travel, and health, Ramirez has found his niche both on and off-screen!
David Habashy is Chasing His Dreams at Full Speed
David Habashy brought his A-Game to the competition but unfortunately became the second one to leave after a photoshoot challenge. Nonetheless, the holder of a Master’s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering seems to be consistently improving himself in his angles as he continues pursuing a career in modeling and acting. After showcasing his acting stints in various short movies, he collaborated with cinematographer Austin Kwok on a creative project in September 2024. However, he remains engaged in a full-time profession as a Naval Architect/Marine Engineer at Palmer Johnson Enterprises, Inc.
Outside of work, Habashy seems to have an inclination to travel out of his hometown in Vancouver, British Columbia, undertaking various trips with his friends and family. He cherishes each moment he gets to spend with his parents and sisters. In January 2025, he undertook a trip to Egypt with his family and shared snippets from the fun times on his Instagram profile.
Daxton Bloomquist is Thriving as a Podcaster While on the Mend
Daxton Bloomquist’s exit from the show in episode 3 came as a big shock as a health complication took him out of the running too soon. The actor, who made a debut on Broadway in the early 2010s, sadly experienced retinal detachment during the show and had to take his leave to undergo multiple surgeries. Unfortunately, despite his health insurance, these surgeries continue to take a financial toll on the actor. Still, Bloomquist has amazing family and friends that he can rely on, including connections he made on the show.
Reportedly, people from ‘Finding Mr. Christmas,’ including host Ben Roy and host Jonathan Bennett, have reached out to him to check on his health. Therefore, it’s no surprise that the only openly LGBTQ+ contestant from this season is interested in the idea of throwing his hat in the competition again for a potential second season. As of now, Bloomquist continues to pursue his acting and modeling career and has even started a podcast’ Blondies: Out Loud’ with his co-contestant and friend, David Habashy. He’s also a part-time fitness instructor at Equinox and currently resides in Los Angeles, California, with his dog, Charlie.
Gage Robinson is Embarking on Exciting Creative Ventures
Gage Robinson, the aspiring thespian who discovered his love for performance early on in life, left the competition with the same positive energy that he had when he first entered the wintery house. Consequently, despite his early exit, he hasn’t let anything dull his spirit. Between being a sales representative and a certified personal trainer in Long Beach, California, Robinson continues chasing after his acting dreams with passion and fervor. Things paid off for him in 2024 as he starred in his first feature-length indie film, ‘Stupid Games’ and snagged a few other Shorts/Films/TV show titles under his belt.
However, going into 2025, Robinson seems to be vying for even more control over his creative endeavors. As such, he has started a company, All You Can Films, with his friend and fellow actor, Saad Rolando. Under the banner, several creatives come together to create comedy skits, heartfelt drama, and more inspiring content that are mostly posted on social media platforms, including YouTube. On the other hand, Robinson’s family life is similarly thriving, especially on the heels of the recent annual Robinson Family Game Tournament Christmas tradition.
Parker Gregory is Flourishing as a Model and a Father
Parker Gregory entered the competition as a well-established model who had been in the industry for around two decades. Therefore, his interest in acting stemmed from his search for something new to make his family—especially his 8-year-old son, Levi, proud. Regardless of his elimination in episode 5, he won many hearts with his dazzling personality and easily formed friendships. Now, back to his regular life, Gregory continues to do what he does best! His modeling career remains prosperous as he continues professionally collaborating with exciting brands for campaigns. Furthermore, he is steadily building his online following with fashion/lifestyle content that defines his creative identity. Similarly, his life outside of work also brings new adventures—big and small. As the model turned 40—and got treated to a stylish chocolate and cocktail tasting party by his loving wife—he’s seizing every new day and opportunity with both hands.
Jonathan Wells Found Solid Friendships Through the Competition
Jonathan Wells put up a commendable fight throughout the reality show. Nonetheless, a dialogue fumble in the latter half of the competition ended up sealing his fate. Even so, the former athlete exited the stage with grace and many lessons learned. Better yet, he formed valuable friendships and connections for life! Since then, he has reportedly kept in touch with his co-contestants as he has returned to his old life. Part of the same includes giving his all to his various professional ventures, including his company, SpireLyfe, which promotes a strategy revolving around growth, development, and life. Additionally, he continues hosting his podcast, ‘The “Inspire More Life” Podcast,’ inviting engaging guests to have conversations with each new upload. The athlete-turned-model has also swerved into a content creator/influencer career path as he shares content on social media platforms about travel, health, fashion, and more.
Blake Kelley Has Found a New Passion to go After in Life
Blake Kelly, the contestant hailing from Texas with little experience in acting or modeling, entered the competition as a bit of a wild card and ended up pleasantly surprising everyone with his disarming charm. Ultimately, as he made his way into the top ten, he also easily made his way into the fans’ hearts! As it turns out, the competition also awoke something in Kelley, who has discovered his newfound love for acting. As a result, he has started taking acting and improv classes to polish up his skills while still juggling his profession in sales. He has also signed with a Los Angeles agent to search for acting/modeling auditions and gigs and continues to build upon the fanbase he garnered during his Hallmark run. Therefore, big things seem to be brewing on the horizon for the aspiring actor. Meanwhile, in his personal life, Kelley continues to be a devoted dog dad to his pawed friend, Deacon.
Elijah Malcomb Has Big Plans For the Future
Before ‘Finding Mr. Christmas,’ Elijah Malcomb toured for ‘Hamilton’ the musical, in which he showcased his skills by donning the roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton. Therefore, he came into the game with an impressive background, which helped him make it to the top three. As such, even though he unfortunately didn’t snag the win, he left the experience with many great memories, friends, and more. On August 30, 2024, Since his participation in the competition, Malcomb and his partner, Ashley Leone, have been blessed with a daughter, Naomi Jade, who continues to bring love and light into their lives. Thus, as a new father, the actor seems to be on a rollercoaster that just goes up in his personal life. Similarly, he also has exciting things in the mix for his career. So far, the artist has expressed an interest in writing and producing his own shows, movies, and music.
Hayden Maher is Following His Passion With Utmost Dedication
The Australian heartthrob Hayden Maher quickly won the fans over with his emotional vulnerability and charisma from the get-go. Therefore, his success was of little surprise as he made it to the finals of the competition and emerged as a runner-up—or Mr. Christmas Eve, as he has humorously nicknamed himself. The reality show proved to be of great help to the actor, who had recently gone through a divorce before his participation. As he left the show, it was with great new friendships that ended up being the foundation of his new beginnings. Early on in the competition, Maher formed a connection with Daxton Bloomquist, who is now his creative collaborator on their joint podcast ‘Blondies: Out Loud.’
Over the past few months, Maher and Bloomquist have sat down to have conversations with various of their co-contestants, including Blake Kelley and Isaac Ramirez. Furthermore, Maher teamed up with Ezra Moreland to launch a charity fundraiser, Dates with Dogs, to help shelter dogs. The actor also volunteers at local dog shelters, swayed by his love for all pawed pals. His philanthropy further remains evident in the donations he made to fire departments, evacuation centers, and animal shelters in the wake of the devastating Southern California fires in early 2025. Therefore, even outside of the screen, Maher seems to be winning over hearts with his kindness and generosity!
Ezra Moreland is Embracing His Identity as Hallmark’s New Leading Man
Ezra Moreland performed spectacularly in the show and ultimately earned the title of the winner — Hallmark’s Mr. Christmas. The competition presented a riveting journey for the up-and-coming actor, who not only learned the intricacies of the craft but also found the courage to push himself out of his comfort zone and achieve great things. All of this culminated in his acting debut with the Hallmark holiday rom-com ‘Happy Howlidays,’ in which he stars opposite Jessica Lowndes. The filming took place right after Moreland’s participation in the reality show, compelling him to use an alias during the shoot.
As such, the former US Navy veteran has definitely had an intriguing path into the industry, one that he is prepared to continue walking with determination and devotion. Fortunately, he has a great support system in his loving family, including his grandmother Shirley, who is also his best friend, and his sister, Barbara Moreland, who is also a part of the world of entertainment. Furthermore, the friendships he made on the show continue to thrive even off-screen. Recently, Moreland also forayed into the Cameo social media platform to better connect with his fans directly. Therefore, it seems the future is bright and clear for the rising star!
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