### Y&R Casting Update: Hunter King is Back!

Hunter King, best known for her role as Summer Newman on “The Young and the Restless,” is set to star

in an exciting new Hallmark Channel movie. The film, titled **Holiday Touchdown: A Chief’s Love

Story**, combines the romance of a Hallmark movie with the excitement of Kansas City Chiefs football. This unique project is a collaboration between Hallmark, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the NFL, promising a special blend of warmth and excitement.

Filming for this highly anticipated movie is scheduled to take place from July 6 to 27 at various locations in Kansas City, Missouri, including the Chiefs’ home base, GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. This project brings together two beloved Kansas City institutions, ensuring a delightful experience for fans.

In **Holiday Touchdown: A Chief’s Love Story**, Hunter King plays Alana Higman, a devoted Chiefs fan whose family has a long history with the team. Alana is confident that her family will win the “Fan of the Year” contest, and her enthusiasm and dedication to the team are central to the story. The narrative takes a romantic turn when Alana meets Derek, played by Tyler Hynes, the Director of Fan Engagement for the Chiefs and the judge of the contest. As Alana and Derek spend time together, they develop a connection that blossoms into a romantic relationship.

However, the plot thickens when Alana’s grandfather’s vintage Chiefs hat, considered a good luck charm, goes missing. This event causes Alana to question her beliefs about fate and her future with Derek. The movie promises to deliver the heartwarming magic typical of Hallmark’s Christmas films, with the added excitement of football.

Hunter King has expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating, “I’m bursting with excitement.” The film will be part of Hallmark’s renowned Countdown to Christmas programming event, adding to the festive cheer of the holiday season. Darren Abbott, Chief Brand Officer at Hallmark, highlighted the unique nature of this collaboration. He emphasized the blend of Hallmark’s warm storytelling with the thrill of professional football, promising a film that showcases the spirit and traditions of Kansas City.

Chiefs President Mark Donovan also shared his excitement about the project. “We are honored to partner with Hallmark on a project as unique as this,” Donovan said. He noted that the film unites two passionate fan bases and offers a chance to highlight the energy and traditions of Chiefs Kingdom on one of the most-watched channels during the holiday season.

**Holiday Touchdown: A Chief’s Love Story** is set to be a delightful addition to Hallmark’s Christmas lineup. With Hunter King and Tyler Hynes leading the cast and the unique partnership with the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL, this movie promises to deliver a heartwarming and exciting holiday experience. Fans of both Hallmark movies and football will surely enjoy this charming love story set against the backdrop of Kansas City’s rich football culture.