The holiday is finally here, and celebrities have taken to their social networks to welcome the new year.
Mariah Carey, known as the Queen of Christmas was leading the pack. She shared family snaps with Santa Claus along with her two children with Nick Cannon (Moroccan and Monroe), and also took photos with Santa Claus.
In her caption she wrote, “My friend Santa made time for us last evening and stopped by to ride his sleigh.” Apparently, Blitzen had a headache. HAH! Merry Christmas.
Queen of Christmas: Mariah, her twins Monroe and Moroccan (10 years old), pose for a family picture with Santa
Rihanna (33), shared a throwback photo featuring her younger self with the old man. While sitting down on his lap, she wore an orange crewneck shirt and jeans with a belted waist.
Jessica Biel (39) followed the example and shared photos of her four-member family as they traveled down a twisting country road.
Justin Timberlake (40), the actress from Sinner, joined her husband, Silas (66) and Phineas (11) to celebrate this holiday.
Biel wrote in her caption, ‘Thankful for my guys…Merry Christmas everybody!!’
Flashback! Rihanna posted a throwback picture of herself as a child sitting on Santa’s lap years prior to her worldwide success.
Family time: Jessica Biel posted photos of her precious family-of-four as they walked down a winding rural road
Incredible! Mariah Carey was presented by Santa Claus with a Spotify plaque in recognition of the 1,000,000,000 Spotify streams to her 1994 Christmas single, All I Want For Christmas is You.
Mariah loves Bryan Tanaka, her boyfriend for Coordinating PJs
Santa Claus is here! Stars have taken to social media to celebrate the Christmas season, Christina Haack being the most prominent.
Christina Haack (38), shared an image of her children, who were excitedly seated in front of the Christmas tree, before they opened gifts. In the caption, the real estate mogul said: “The calm before opening presents.”
Bella Thorne also appeared on Instagram to share outtakes from a sexy, themed photo shoot. The 24-year-old actress teased in her caption, ‘what’d you ask Santa for this year? You bet.
Bella’s fiery red hairstyle was taken from old pinup glamour. It featured two big pin curls that reached the top of her head.
Bella Thorne, Christmas spirit: Bella Thorne posted outtakes from an sexy themed photo shoot on Instagram Saturday
Most of her hair was left untied as she wore them in long, spiral curls over her chest.
Some photos show the bombshell wearing a satin-black lace-trimmed strapless teddy. The teddy was worn with sheer, black thigh high stockings.
Thorne also wore two pair of formal heels, one each in black and green. She also wore a bold necklace and large cross pendant.
Flirty: The 24-year-old actress teased in her caption, ‘what’d you ask Santa for this year? It was probably me.
Glam girl: Bella’s fiery-red hairstyle was set in large, pinched curls that reached the crown of her head. It is an ode to pinup glamour.
Theme: There were two large cardboard “gift” tags and one wrapped gift that the director used to create the theme.
Hot: The bombshell was photographed wearing a black satin black strapless teddy, trimmed with lace, and paired it with black sheer thigh-high stockings
Message: Dua lipa (26), joined the fray with an old photo that showed her sitting on Santa’s lap, with a pouty smile. This reminded fans that “the holidays can be difficult”.
Throwback! Emma Roberts (age 30) also had this idea. She shared a flashback picture with Santa Claus.
Dua Lipa (26 years old) joined the fray with a throwback picture of herself sitting on Santa’s lap, with a pouty smile. “Merry Christmas everybody and happy holidays,” she wrote. It can be hard to be present for loved ones during the holidays. Please make sure that you are there for them if they’re alone, grieving or away. Sending love & healing x.’
Emma Roberts (age 30) also had this idea, and she shared another photo of Santa Claus. She simply wrote “Merry Christmas everyone!” in her caption. With the red heart emoji
Alessandra Ambrosio is 40 and posted four pictures from her big family event. As she smiled and walked with Noah Phoenix (9 years old), and Anja Louise (13), in her mini-wrap dress, which was a green satin.
The Brazilian supermodel wished fans a happy holiday in Portuguese: ‘Feliz Natal‼️ Wishing you all a Merry Christmas‼️’
Proud mom: Alessandra smiled with her daughter Anja Louise, 13, and son Noah Phoenix, nine
Family affair: Ambrosio sat down with his extended family under the tree while Ambrosio was with them.
Alessandra and Mickey and Minnie Mouse are beloved characters
Big family! Photographs of her family large gathering were posted by the former Victoria’s Secret model
Shawn Mendes (23), took to Instagram Stories for a quick Boomerang to his 65.8million followers. While walking outside, Shawn Mendes gave a hug to his fans and added the message ‘Merry Christmas! With two white hearts.
Jada pinkett Smith (50) got imaginative when she posted an Instagram-themed autonomous sensory meridian reaction reel.
Talk show host, Jada, swung her fingers over ornaments and candy canes to create ‘Christmas joy sound’. In the caption, she wrote: “ASMRxXmas + Jada = [smiley face] Merry Xmas everyone.’
Millie Bobby Brown stopped by to take a photo with Jake Bongiovi. Stranger Things 17 year old star wore bangs, a bob, and said “happy holidays” with a heart.
Dropping in: Shawn Mendes used Instagram Stories to post a Boomerang to his 65.8 Million followers
Jada pinkett Smith (50) thought out of the box. She created an ingenious sensory meridian-themed, Instagram reel.
Calming: The talk show host stroked her hands over items like candy canes, ornaments, and a wreath to make ‘Christmas joy sounds’
Quick post: Millie Bobby Brown came in to snap a picture with Jake Bongiovi
Halle Berry (55) joined the fray with a photograph of Van Hunt (51), peeking through a front door. She said, “Merry Christmas from my home to yours,”
JoJo, a 31-year old singer, shocked fans by declaring her engagement with Dexter Darden (a 30 year-old actor).
After she had said “yes”, the music performer showed her enormous engagement ring and photos of them together.
Do you want to live forever with me? Sign me up. celebrating Christmas a whole fiancé!!!’ She wrote the joint Instagram post. In an Instagram joint post, she wrote that the performer had celebrated her birthday December 20, and included the caption “Thanks for the most incredible birthday surprise”
From them to you: Halle Berry, 55, got in on the action with a picture of her and boyfriend Van Hunt, 51, peeking through a doorway
Christmas surprise! JoJo surprised fans by posting about her engagement with actor Dexter Darden
Amazing: After saying “yes”, the music artist displayed her large engagement ring with photographs of herself and her happy couple.
Andy Cohen, 53, shared a singular photo of his young son Benjamin Allen Cohen, two, playing with a set of Hess toy airplanes. The media mogul called it Merry Merry!
Lizzo (33 years old) went crazy with a photo shoot. She wore grinch-green hair with a ponytail at her top.
He was covered in tiny bits of red bows and tinsel. These sexy pictures were captioned with the heartfelt words MERRY CHRISTMAS. I ask for the blessing of a new Year. I’m so glad you’re HERE. You’re healthy, you’re loved. If you are alone right now I’m sending this message directly to you. This will also pass.
‘Maybe you’re alone by choice, I want to say thank you for making a healthy choice for yourself. If you’re with family, cherish them.
‘If you’re having a friendsmas— cherish your chosen family. There has been so much that has changed, and there will be more to come. Let love remain your constant. You can love yourself, and others. Compassion. Patience. Thank you so much. Enjoy a joyful holiday.
Proud dad: Andy Cohen shared a singular photo of his young son Benjamin Allen Cohen, two, playing with a set of Hess toy airplanes
Justin Bieber shared a rather solemn tweet on social media. He posted instead of sharing a photograph, but instead shared a snapshot of his Christmas wish.
In black letters against white backgrounds, the pop singer wrote: “My Christmas wish for anyone reading this is that they stop and allow God to love them.” Let him remind you who you really are at Christmas.
A lighter note: Sailor Brinkley Cook (23), and mother Christie Brinkley (67) danced in the mirror to Mariah carey’s All I Want For Christmas is You.
Dancing with the Stars alumni wrote, “I’m drunk can you tell” in the Instagram Stories video.
In a serious mood: Justin Bieber took to social media with a very solemn post
A mom-daughter pair: Sailor Brinkley Cook (23) and Christie Brinkley (67) dance in front of a mirror to Mariah’s Christmas classic, All I Want is You
Nicki Minaj, Lily Collins and their three families appeared together on the photo-sharing platform.
New York’s 39-year old rapper, Papa Bear, shared photos with Kenny Petty (43), and their baby.
They looked great in black ensembles, and the music performer wore a red lip. “Merry Christmas,” she wrote to her followers. All your desires will be fulfilled.
The 32-year-old Emily in Paris star appeared with Charlie McDowell, her husband, and their dog in a photo. In her caption she said, ‘A very Merry first married Christmas from our lil fam…’
Precious: Nicki Minaj took photos with her infant, whom she affectionately calls Papa Bear and her husband Kenny.
First married Christmas: Lily Collins appeared in a selfie with her new husband Charlie McDowell and their pup
Kourtney Kardashian took the time to go to Instagram Stories to share a picture of eight stockings stuffed with her favorite things.
Her family’s names were embroidered on the classic-style, decorative fashions. The soon-to-be Mrs. Barker included fiancé Travis Barker’s three kids – Landon, 18, Alabama, 16, and Atiana, 22.
She was also blessed with three kids from Scott Disick: Mason (12), Penelope (99) and Reign (7).
Some stockings had so many gifts that the overflowing filled with presents for loved ones.
Kourtney Kardashian shares a beautiful display with Instagram Stories. She took a few minutes to post a picture of eight filled stockings.
Amelia Hamlin looked big as she enjoyed a coffee with her family and also posted to Instagram Stories Christmas Day. While standing in front of the Christmas tree, Amelia Hamlin (20 years old) wore a Santa Hat.
The long black hair of her was dangling from the crown and she chose light-colored pajamas.
Two Emojis were added to the image by the model: one with small red hearts and one with tearful eyes.
She also paid tribute to Lois Rinna (her maternal grandmother), in another take. Lois Rinna died on November 15. A scrapbook page she had created featured a photo of her as a child doing her grandmother’s makeup. Under the photo, she said that the book of Lois was her most treasured gift.
Then she posted a photo with Harry Hamlin 70, her father. This patriarch was wearing an orange NASA hat with a blue apron reading “H.H.’s Sauce.”
Merry: Amelia Hamlin smiled big with a cup of coffee as she also took to Instagram Stories on Christmas day
Remembering her loved one: In another outtake she paid tribute to her late maternal grandmother Lois Rinna, who passed away on November 15
Amelia shared this photo with Harry Hamlin (70), to show her father love.
Madonna loved modeling knit gloves that Estere, her nine-year old daughter gave her.
In a series of photos posted to Instagram, the 63-year old’material girl” showed off her fingerless white and blue accessories.
In the caption, she wrote: “Estere knit my gloves for Christmas! You can see how proud I feel.
These fashionable pieces were a complement to her manicure, which was enhanced with tiny ‘evil eyes’ designs.
Sweet gift: Madonna modelled knit gloves that Estere, her nine-year old daughter gave to her.
Proud mom: The 63-year-old ‘material girl’ showed off the fingerless blue and white accessories in a carousel of images posted to her Instagram account
Kerry Washington, 44 posted content to share an important message with her 6.4million followers.
She was posing before a Christmas tree, her lips peeking out. While she did so, she wore a multicolored holiday sweater with the message, “Black voters matter.”
“When an ugly Christmas sweater can be a wonderful thing. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERY !!!!! Love y’all,’ she captioned it.
Kevin Hart (42), also joined the Celebrity Christmas Train. He shared a family photo with his children and wife, wearing matching pajamas, as well as taking a picture of their families. “Happy holidays from the Harts.” He said, “#LiveLoveLaugh #MerryChristmas.”
Style statement: Kerry Washington posted content with an important message for her 6.4 million followers
Holiday with the Harts – Kevin Hart was also a celebrity on the Christmas Train, sharing a family photo with his children and wife wearing matching pajamas.
Ariana Grande was very active on Instagram Stories but she didn’t reveal her face.
The 28-year old singer instead shared a picture of a Christmas tree that was blue, green and white, with a touching message for her 284 million followers.
‘happy merry!!! I am thinking of you all, and wish you all the warmest, healthiest and most joyful times possible.
She then shared a picture of Dalton, her husband wearing Birkenstock sandals while he was walking through the snow.
Drop-in: Ariana Grande was active on her Instagram Stories, but the petite songstress didn’t show her face
The first Christmas she was married. She posted a picture of Dalton, her husband, wearing Birkenstock sandals while he walked across snow.
Vanessa Hudgens (33) shared a short post on Instagram Stories. It showed her tiny white puppy resting peacefully on a brown sofa.
The onesie featured red and black flannel accents and a pillow with red embroidery. The image was adorned with two red hearts emojis and she wrote “Merry Christmas” across it.
Nick Cannon’s partner Abby De La Rosa posted an adorable set of snapshots of him and their twin six-month-old sons Zion Mixolydian and Zillion Heir. This family-of-4 wore checked, red pajamas and black checked pajamas.
A video was also shared by the mother-of-two in her Stories, showing her sons, who were dressed in festive outfits and hats.
It’s so cozy and adorable! Vanessa Hudgens (33) shared a snap in Instagram Stories that featured a pic of her tiny white puppy resting on an old brown couch.
Enjoyable: Nick Cannon’s partner Abby de La Rosa shared this video with her sons in her Stories
Miley Cyrus (29), used Instagram on Saturday to lift up her 155,000,000 fans.
To share positivity, she took to her Stories as well as her grid via the photo-sharing platform. Two photos were shared in Stories of her dressed up Mrs. Claus.
One of the first images showed Miley smiling and saying, “Oh, well Santa believes in forgiveness.” Miley made a funny expression on her face, saying “But Santa isn’t here!”
She also shared an old video in which she sang Last Christmas as part of an Amazon Music performance. “THIS Christmas might feel as odd as the last, but you can do something extraordinary today with someone or for them.”
Miley’s Merry Christmas: Miley Cyrus took to Instagram Saturday to cheer up her 155,000,000 fans
Posts celebrating Christmas: Miley posted two photos of herself dressed up as Mrs. Claus in her Stories
Spreading cheer: Miley Cyrus made sure to use Instagram to uplift her 155 million fans on Saturday
Sofia Vergara (49) looked amazing as she attended the holiday party in a fitted green gown. In the figure-hugging gown, Vergara showed off her curves.
The young cousin snapped the selfie and she shared it on her Instagram Stories. The other members of her family were also seen busy in the kitchen.
Sofia posed in mirror with silver heels to show off her curves.
Sofia Vergara was a show stopper as she attended the holiday party in a green, form-fitting dress
Sofia shared precious moments with us: Sofia shared another photo showing her family at the dinner table with white-upholstered chairs
Kendall Jenner did not leave her 207million fans without a Christmas present. Three Story posts were posted by Kendall Jenner throughout the day on photo-sharing platform.
A photo of a plate with a red plaid pattern was her first step. It contained a baked treat covered with a powdery substance, and what looked like honey.
Later, she played a game of basketball on the TV mounted to her wall. There was also a fireplace burning underneath it. She captioned her image with the words “christmas Dayyy”.
She then shared a selfie taken in an antique mirror. A headband featuring red pom poms was worn by the 26-year old supermodel. The supermodel was wearing matching two-piece, pattern pajamas.
Kendall Jenner had a cozy Christmas. She wore a matching pair of pajamas and a headband made with red pompoms.
Supermodel Game Day: She shared her Wall-mounted TV with a game of basketball. She captioned the photo, “christmas dayyy”
Yummy! Kendall made sure to not disappoint her 207 million followers by posting three Story posts on Facebook throughout Christmas.
Kylie Jenner shared an image of her cat curled up on her belly, which she claimed to have been pregnant by Travis Scott.
Insta Stories video of her opening a present containing a fancy jeweled lion figurine was also shared. However, she didn’t reveal the identity of the person who gave it.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son Joseph Baena was as dashing in his Christmas posting as ever. He had conceived him with Mildred Baena from his marital relationship to Maria Shriver.
Joseph has been following his father’s footsteps in acting and bodybuilding. He wore Yuletide-themed pajamas as he mingled with his friends.
It’s Christmastime: Kylie Jenner, who is expecting her second baby by her rapper beau Travis Scott, shared a picture of her cat resting on what appeared to be her pregnant belly
‘Feliz Navidad!’: Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son Joseph Baena, whom he fathered with his family’s housekeeper Mildred Baena during his marriage to Maria Shriver, was dashing as ever in his Christmas post
Legacy: Joseph, who has followed his father’s footsteps into both bodybuilding and acting, wore a set of what looked like Yuletide themed pajamas while mingling with his pals