However, Chabert’s career hasn’t always been such a family-friendly one.
And of course, there’s “Mean Girls.”
My values are my faith and my family, and I get to portray that."
Still, it’s interesting to look back and see just how far Chabert has come.
“One of my favorite childhood memories is baking with my grandmother in her kitchen.”
She was also a pageant girl as a kid, learning early that she liked to perform.
“Here’s the thing: It was the ’80s, in the South.
“And it was really fun.”
Soon, her career took off.
Looking back, Chabert acknowledges that 7 feels young to be a professional.
“I just loved it!
“I think about moments like that now, if it happened to me …
I’d have a nervous breakdown,” she joked.
Oh, I love the theater.”
In addition to this, Chabert landed a role on “All My Children.”
She played Bianca Montgomery, one of legendary daytime character Erica Kane’s children.
That said, Chabert was aware of the fact that her budding stardom could end at any time.
Party of Five came calling
Despite her childhood worries, Lacey Chabert’s career didn’t end.
In fact, it just kept moving up.
“It’s like my family.
Even at the time, the young Chabert knew that the show was something special.
Still, though, she was measured about it.
“It hasn’t, at the same time,” she added.
“You know, I’m just a normal person.”
Rewatching that interview, Chabert reflected to the outlet that the character helped her grow up.
“I also had a lot of my first firsts.
… First kiss, first bra, I mean, all the things.
All the things that happen to girls, Claudia went through.
And a lot of times, I had yet to go through it in real life.”
She toldEntertainment Weeklythat she appreciated the freedom in role choice that voiceover work gave her.
it’s possible for you to go in your sweats if you want that’s always a plus!”
Even though the movie was released decades ago, Chabert still hears references to it nearly every day.
She toldEntertainment Weeklythat she was once at the pharmacy picking up medication.
The friendships that were formed because of it still bring so much joy to my life.”
“I think that there’s not enough, you know, family-friendly programming on,” she said.
She added, “I really want to be more collaborative and creative in making my own opportunities.”
The headline proclaimed that she was “Sexier Than Ever!”
and the lingerie shoot inside seeming designed to back that up.
“Look, life is tough, and growing up in this business is especially tough.
Maxim pushed back against that, pointing out that appearing on a magazine in lingerie could be considered scandalous.
for prepare, Chabert said, she focused on her fitness.
Chabert also tried to prove that she knows how to have a good time.
“Blackjack, roulette, four-card poker, slots … all of it.”
In 2013, she married longtime boyfriend David Nehdar.
“I’m starting off 2014 as a Mrs!”
she wrote in early January 2014.
The Hallmark Channelrepliedwith well-wishes, telling its star, “CONGRATULATIONS to you & your husband!”
Chabert finally opened up about her wedding about six months later toPeople.
It seems that just about everything that can could go wrong did.
Still, it seems that all of the mishaps only added to the charm of the big day.
“It was just nuts, but it was perfect at the same time,” she gushed.
Unlike many stars who have their weddings covered by People, Chabert didn’t provide photos.
She tends not to share images of her husband online and also walks red carpets solo.
“So we make a run at keep it as personal and private as possible.”
“I’m pregnant!!!!”
she wrote alongside an adorable photo of her dog, Kitty.
“My husband and I are thrilled & so thankful.”
Chabert told the magazine.
“So I created a feminine and sweet space that exudes warmth and a lot of love.”
That September, theHallmark Christmas movie queen’s daughter, Julia Mimi Bella, was born.
Chabert took toInstagram, writing, “Julia, you are my heart’s deepest dream come true.
I love you more than I could ever say.”
Beginning in 2018, Chabert began executive-producing each Hallmark movie she starred in.
“I enjoy shadowing directors and watching the process.
You’re involved in every decision that’s being made.”
“These girls are so awesome, and they are our future.
… Let’s equip them to dream big and help them on their journey to accomplishing those dreams!”
He’s her love interest in those movies, but here, they’re work partners.
Still, she loves working with Elliott and said that the experience made them closer than ever.
“He’s become a dear friend and he’s a great scene partner.
I love collaborating with him.”
“Growing up, my sisters and I would personalize our clothes,” she toldInStyle.
I want women to feel cute and effortless.”
The clothes had a personal connection for Chabert, too.
Ever since her daughter was younger, she would always want to wear whatever her mother was wearing.
Chabert designed “Matching Moments” for those occasions, matching sets of loungewear for adults and children.
“We love having those Matching Moments,” she said.
“It’s just really special.”
Speaking with Vulture, Chabert was asked about her former colleague’s remarks.
At first, she dodged the question.
“I wish everybody the best,” she claimed.
“I really can’t comment on it further other than I care about everybody involved.”
After being pushed, she elaborated on her feelings on the subject.
“I don’t think there are any plans for that to change anytime soon.”
Can they fall in love before Jack melts?
“When I heard of the idea of referencing Lindsay …
It’s perfect and I’m so happy,” Chabert toldUs Weekly.
“This is all full circle.”
For the record, Chabert’s jump to Netflix is not an exclusive move.
However, she rejects the all-encompassing title of Queen of Christmas.
As she toldETat the suggestion, “I would never tell Mariah [Carey] to move over.
I love Mariah.”
Fair enough … Princess of Christmas, maybe?
