### Y&R Ex Mother-Daughter Duo’s Exciting Project Coming! Hunter/Gina New Movie!

Former “Young and the Restless” star Hunter King continues to shine as she embarks on another

exciting project with the Hallmark Channel. But she isn’t the only one with thrilling news. Her on-screen

mom, Gina Tognoni, also has an exciting venture lined up. Let’s dive into the details of these promising projects.

Since joining the Hallmark Channel, Hunter King has been unstoppable. After leaving her role as Summer Newman on “The Young and the Restless” in 2022, she signed a multi-movie deal with Hallmark. Since then, King has starred in five Hallmark movies and is adding two more to her impressive list this year.

Recently, King announced her latest film, “Two Scoops of Italy,” where she stars opposite Michael Rady. In an interview with Soaps.com, she shared her enthusiasm for the project, revealing that it was an instant yes for her upon reading the script. The movie, set in a picturesque Italian village, showcases King as Danielle Turner, an American chef who falls in love with the local flavors, culture, and a charming gentleman named Giancarlo, played by Rady.

To prepare for her role, King took cooking classes and even binge-watched “Guy’s Grocery Games” to get into character. The film premiered on June 22 and has already received positive reviews.

In addition to acting, King is exploring new avenues in her career, including directing, writing, and producing her own projects. She and her boyfriend, Chris Clark, have co-written a Hallmark-style script set in Italy. They spent time in Italy scouting locations and soaking up the culture, which added real-life inspiration to their script. Although they haven’t pitched their script to Hallmark yet, they plan to do so soon.

But that’s not all. King is set to star in another Hallmark movie, “Holiday Touchdown: A Chief’s Love Story,” alongside Tyler Hynes. This upcoming Christmas movie is a collaboration with the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL, and filming is scheduled to take place at various locations in Missouri, including the Chiefs’ home stadium. The movie will be part of Hallmark’s iconic “Countdown to Christmas” lineup. King will play Lana Higman, a passionate Chiefs superfan, and Hynes will portray Derek, the Chiefs’ director of fan engagement. As their professional relationship blossoms into something more, the story promises heartwarming moments and festive cheer.

Meanwhile, Gina Tognoni, who played Phyllis Summers on “The Young and the Restless,” has an exciting announcement of her own. Tognoni, who joined the soap in 2014 and won an Emmy for her role, is now co-hosting a new podcast called “Godwinks with Gina + Ashley” with her friend Ashley Cain. The podcast features stories of how people have experienced divine interventions, known as “Godwinks.” Their first guest, Shannon Leigh, shares her inspiring journey of discovering God.

In addition to the podcast, Tognoni recently had a reunion with “Guiding Light” alum Elizabeth Keifer for an Instagram Live session where they discussed their new projects.

Fans of Hunter King and Gina Tognoni have much to look forward to with these new ventures. King’s movies promise to deliver the heartwarming romance and charming settings that Hallmark is known for, while Tognoni’s podcast offers inspiring stories of faith and divine intervention. Stay tuned for these exciting releases and enjoy the latest from these talented actresses!