Brendan Fraser Reveals His Family’s Unconventional Holiday Tradition

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Brendan Frazer is decking the halls—and more. 

The Academy Award-winning actor, who has three sons – Griffin, 23, Holden, 21, and Leland, 19 – with his former wife, Afton Smith, recently shared that his family has a special and unusual tradition for decorating for the holidays.

Brendan shared with TopMob News that he’s excited for Thanksgiving, explaining that his family has a tradition of dressing up a rubber deer statue in their backyard.

Although her family has traditionally dressed in standard winter clothing, the 56-year-old woman intends to give the deer statue a more unique look this year with some unusual additions.

Brendan explained he’s making eyeballs out of halved ping pong balls. He also plans to use an old dental mold and place it in a deer’s mouth.

The actor will only be contributing decorations, not helping with the meal. He’s leaving the Thanksgiving cooking to someone else.

I’m only providing the location,” Brendan joked. “Everyone else needs to bring whatever we need.”

Brendan feels lucky to have people he can rely on. While researching for his new film, Rental Family—which tells the story of an American actor in Tokyo who pretends to be a family member or friend for hire—he realized many people don’t have that kind of support.

He explained that people need to feel a sense of purpose and satisfaction in their lives. Without that feeling, and without a strong sense of belonging – whether from the family you’re born into or the family you choose – it can negatively impact a large group of people.

Oh my gosh, everyone’s talking about Oscar noms for Hikari’s film, and Brendan – Brendan! – actually said it’s ‘fulfilling,’ which, like, YES! But he’s being so chill about it, saying we just have to see what happens. It’s killing me with anticipation, honestly! I’m already planning my acceptance speech for him!

The actor from Whale said they were happy the film was connecting with audiences. They explained that people seem to feel a sense of achievement from the movie, realizing they had the capacity for fulfillment even when they felt inadequate. It suggests that, deep down, they always had what they needed.

Rental Family opens in theaters on Nov. 21.

—Reporting by Alex Cramer

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The makeup mogul showered her son Aire Webster with Despicable Me minion plushies under the tree.

The model shared a peek at her first Christmas as a mom, showing a cozy picture of her and Justin Bieber’s son, Jack Bieber. She posted a photo of their matching pajamas and a breakfast of soft-boiled eggs and caviar.

Chrissy shared a festive family photo from London on Christmas morning, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and sending lots of love to her kids, Luna, Miles, Esti, and Wren.

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David and Victoria Beckham celebrated Christmas with their children – Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper – and Brooklyn’s wife, Nicola Peltz.

The “Toxic” singer and her youngest son Jayden Federline celebrated Christmas with a sweet reunion. 

The HGTV stars shared a funny holiday photo with their children, Taylor, Brayden, and Tristan, who was clearly emotional in the picture.

The singer spent the holidays with her family, celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah. Her daughters, Lourdes, Mercy, Stella, and Estere, were all there.

The supermodel and her daughters, Cali and Cassie, had a fun spa day at home using the Disney Deluxe Day Spa set from Jakks Pacific.

The singer wished everyone a peaceful, loving, and joyful holiday season, and hopes the New Year brings health, happiness, and lots of wonderful memories. They’re looking forward to new beginnings and beautiful moments in 2025!

The Precious star rang in her first Christmas as a mom with twins Maya and Cooper.

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The Today cohost got in the holiday spirit with her daughters Hope and Haley as well ex Joel Schiffman.

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The supermodel and husband Chris Henchy posed alongside daughters Grier and Rowan.

The actress shared a photo with her children – Ava Phillippe, Deacon Phillippe, and Tennessee Toth – and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

While Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs played the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 25th, his pregnant wife supported him from home alongside their children, Sterling and Bronze.

The fashion designer went to the 25th annual toy drive hosted by David Barton and Susanne Bartsch at Gym U in New York City.

The stars of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City traded the Utah winter for a Christmas party hosted by DIRECTV and Kathy Hilton in Beverly Hills.

The stars of The Real Housewives of Miami wore pajamas from Printfresh to Marysol’s holiday pajama party, which was all about relaxing and recharging.

Kourtney Kardashian shared a peek at her holiday decorations with fans, revealing multiple Christmas trees throughout her house, including one hung upside down.

At Kathy and Nicky Hilton’s annual pajama party in Los Angeles, which benefited animal rescues, everyone’s attention was on the Kardashian star.

The Friends alum showed off her festive Christmas tree, complete with her coveted olive jar ornament.

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