What is Nischelle Turner's new acting role?

Nischelle Turner is the lead actress in Lifetime's holiday movie, 'A Runaway Bride for Christmas'.

When did Nischelle Turner turn 50?

Nischelle Turner celebrated her 50th birthday earlier this year, prior to taking on her acting role.

What did Nischelle Turner find challenging about filming?

She found the on-screen kissing scenes challenging, admitting she was unsure how to perform them on camera.

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ET Host Nischelle Turner's Bold 50th Birthday Leap

13 Dec

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Summary

Nischelle Turner stars as the lead in Lifetime's 'A Runaway Bride for Christmas'.
The ET host embraced new challenges at age 50, including acting.
She found kissing scenes challenging during filming of the holiday movie.

ET Host Nischelle Turner's Bold 50th Birthday Leap

Nischelle Turner, the Emmy-winning host of Entertainment Tonight, has embraced a new role as the lead in Lifetime's holiday film, 'A Runaway Bride for Christmas.' The 50-year-old journalist decided to pursue acting after an executive from A&E noted her hosting abilities. This venture aligns with her personal goal to try new experiences in her fifties.

Filmed over 11 days, the movie features Turner as a woman who leaves her fiancé on their wedding day. She admits to initial apprehension about on-screen intimacy, particularly kissing her co-star Mark Ghanimé. Despite needing numerous takes, she described the experience as exhilarating and a significant personal achievement.

Turner's career pivot comes at a time when she observes more opportunities opening for women over 50 in Hollywood. She previously became the host of Entertainment Tonight at age 46, reflecting a positive shift in industry perceptions towards older women.