As Thanksgiving 2023 unfolded, our favorite stars embraced the holiday spirit, offering glimpses into their festive celebrations filled with laughter, love, and, of course, a touch of drama. From Kelsea Ballerini’s oven mishaps to Jill Duggar’s sleep-deprived morning, here’s a juicy roundup of how celebrities marked this Thanksgiving with style and flair.
Country sensation Kelsea Ballerini took her fans on a culinary journey, chronicling her Thanksgiving cooking escapades on social media. Battling stubborn squash, she humorously quipped, “Godspeed to everyone who is too stubborn to look up directions and cook squash for the first time.” As she and her mom attempted to salvage the meal after oven troubles, Kelsea shared a follow-up video with a chuckle, revealing, “Happy Thanksgiving, my oven’s not working. Not a single dish has been in there. The oven is broken. Happy Thanksgiving, everybody, we’re thankful!”
Jill Duggar, busy with cooking preparations, gave followers a peek into her Thanksgiving morning. Juggling sleep deprivation and caffeine, she watched her sons Israel and Samuel, ages 8 and 6, respectively, enjoy Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on TV. In an Instagram Story, she humorously noted, “Nothing says Thanksgiving morning like sleep-deprived parents running on caffeine while watching the kids get excited over watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.”
Now, let’s take a quick look at how some other stars and their families celebrated Thanksgiving 2023:
Katharine McPhee and David Foster:
The dynamic duo dazzled with a spirited rendition of “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” during the Macy’s parade, showcasing their vocal prowess and holiday cheer.
Clare Crawley and Ryan Dawkins:
The former Bachelorette, currently expecting baby No. 1 via surrogate, shared a sweet moment with husband Ryan after participating in a Turkey Trot.
Andy Cohen, Tayshia Adams, and Luke Gulbranson:
A reality TV crossover unfolded as Cohen captured a selfie from the parade stands, seated beside the dynamic duo of Adams and Gulbranson.
Eric Decker and Jessie James Decker:
The festive spirit continued as the pregnant country singer belted out her new holiday song, “Tangled in Tinsel,” on Balsam Hill’s float in NYC. Husband Eric and their three eldest kids joined her on the float’s carousel, creating a picture-perfect family moment.
Karlie Kloss:
The model and husband Joshua Kushner’s eldest son, Levi, took the responsibility of monitoring the turkey’s progress in the oven, adding a touch of family bonding to their Thanksgiving celebration.
Mindy Kaling:
The actress brought her two adorable kids, Kit and Spencer, to New York City for the holiday. The trio enjoyed the Macy’s parade from the comfort of their hotel window, savoring the festivities from high above the bustling city streets.
Jill Duggar:
After the cooking endeavors, Jill’s sons, Israel and Samuel, indulged in testing her sausage balls fresh out of the oven, contributing to the delightful chaos of their Thanksgiving feast.
Kelsea Ballerini:
Wrapping up her Thanksgiving adventure, Kelsea brought a touch of glamour by matching her red dress to her lipstick, adding a dash of style to her holiday festivities.
As we dive into the celebrity-studded Thanksgiving celebrations, these glimpses offer a mix of laughter, love, and a bit of chaos, reminding us that even our favorite stars navigate the holiday season with a blend of glamour and everyday mishaps.
