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White House Christmas

White House Christmas

1998
Documentary

Every year, hundreds of volunteers from across the nation decorate the White House for Christmas in just 72 hours. HGTV documents the process in the annual White House Christmas special — which is hosted by one or two hand-picked HGTV hosts who ensure the First Lady's chosen theme comes to life.

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Production

HGTV

Language

EN

Status

In Production

First Aired

December 20, 1998

Last Aired

December 14, 2025

Networks

HGTV

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
US
No providers available for this region.
Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
White House Christmas 1998
E1
White House Christmas 1998
Air date: 1998-12-20
Kitty Bartholomew takes viewers behind the scenes to see how the White House decorates for the holidays.

Cast

Brian Kleinschmidt

Brian Kleinschmidt

Self - Host

Mika Kleinschmidt

Mika Kleinschmidt

Self - Host

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