Known for her emotional depth on Virgin River, Alexandra Breckenridge is embracing comedy — and Christmas chaos — in Netflix’s My Secret Santa. The holiday film sees her transform into “Hugh,” an undercover Santa Claus, in a story that blends slapstick humor with genuine heart.
Breckenridge admitted she never imagined she’d be considered for such a role, let alone be the first choice. Heavy prosthetics, altered posture, and a completely new voice made the experience physically demanding, but also creatively thrilling. “It was not an easy role,” she shared, “but it was one I was grateful for.”
What makes the performance resonate, however, is the emotional core. Taylor’s determination to support her daughter mirrors Breckenridge’s own upbringing with a single mother who sacrificed endlessly for her child. That personal connection grounds the comedy and gives the film its warmth.
With holiday magic, family sacrifice, and unexpected laughs, My Secret Santa showcases a new side of Breckenridge — one she’d happily revisit in a sequel.
