As the saying goes, behind every great man is a greater woman.
Mario Lopez And his wife, Courtney Lopez, proved that point, starring in their first great American family holiday movie, Once Upon a Christmas Wish.
However, working with a husband isn't always easy, and Mario admitted there are some challenges.
Courtney Lopez and Mario Lopez star in Once Upon a Christmas Wish, the couple's first film about a great American family. (Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)
“I would say the biggest challenge is that you still have to juggle a spouse and a coworker,” Mario told Fox News Digital.
“Pay attention to the tone and when you convey certain things, sometimes, because… you might be talking to them as an actress, but she's still listening to them as a wife… That was a challenge.”
“The biggest challenge I would say is that you still have to juggle a spouse and a coworker.”
Despite what the couple may face, Mario said he and his wife always “make it work” as they continue to work together on several projects, including a radio show and hosting “Access Daily” together on occasion.
“She's sharp and talented, so I enjoy her,” Mario gushed.
Mario said he and his wife always “make it” when faced with challenges. (Getty Images)
He went on to describe the “amazing time” he had working on his first Christmas film for a great American family with his wife and son Dominic.
He continued: “I thought, what better way to start this relationship than through a project with my real family and my wife, who is very talented.”
Regarding working with his wife, Courteney, Mario says, “I would say the biggest challenge is that you still have to juggle the husband and the coworker.” (Jason LaVeris/Film Magic)
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“We met on Broadway. We got to showcase all her skills. We sang and danced. We had some romance. My son Dominic did a fantastic job, and he really impressed me. The film was a huge hit. I'm really happy with the way it turned out.”
Mario Lopez (R) and co-star Courtney Lynn Mazza at Bond 45's “A Chorus Line” wrap party on August 17, 2008 in New York City. They have been married now for 12 years. (Bruce Glickas/Film Magic)
The “Access Hollywood” host met his wife Courtney when they worked together in the Broadway musical “A Chorus Line” in 2008.
In the heartwarming holiday film, Mario played Mayor Brian Ortega as he discovers his childhood Christmas wish list. Brian's childhood friend Nina Myers, played by Courtney, returns to town for Christmas. The two form a romantic relationship during the holiday season.
In real life, the acting duo have been together for the past 15 years, and recently celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary.
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Mario Lopez rose to fame on the 90s show “Saved by the Bell” in which he played AC Slater. (NBCU Image Bank/Getty Images)
Although marriages in Hollywood are often short-lived, the “Saved by the Bell” star revealed the secret to his successful relationship.
“She's the quarterback on the team…I just let her call the plays and listen accordingly,” Mario joked.
“We respect each other, and she realizes the schedule is a little crazy, and I support her… We make it all about the kids. I'm very happy with my life right now. I feel very lucky.”
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Mario and Kourtney have three children: Gia Lopez, 14, Dominic Lopez, 11, and Santino Lopez, 5. (Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)
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One of the couple's three children, Dominic, 11, also starred in “Once Upon a Christmas Wish.”
While Dominic has previously made guest appearances in other projects, Mario explained that this is the first film he has acted in.
The couple's 11-year-old son, Dominic, also stars in “Once Upon a Christmas Wish.” (Victoria Sirakova/Getty Images)
“He was very well prepared, and I didn't have to give him a lot of feedback,” Mario told Fox News Digital. “He really liked it, and it was natural. I'm very proud of him.”
“Just to brag a little bit as a father, in the middle of filming this movie, he also entered a wrestling tournament in Chicago and a jiu-jitsu tournament…he got first place in both.”
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Mario and Courtney married in Punta Mita, Mexico in 2012. They have three children – Gia, Dominic and Santino.
The Hollywood actor has joined the lineup of talent at the first-ever Great American Family Christmas Festival, including the star of “Full House.” Candace Cameron Bure and “The Wonder Years” star Danica McKellar. Bure became the creative director of the Great American Family Channel in 2022.
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She explained in detail why the company decided to create this holiday experience.
“We've been dreaming about this for many years, and we really wanted to create an environment where you can get the whole family together and experience Christmas. It's kind of like being in one of our movies,” Bure previously told Fox News Digital.
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(LR) Trevor Donovan, Danica McKellar, Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison pose with Santa Claus during the Great American Family Christmas Parade at UBS Arena. (Marilyn Moyes/Getty Images)
Dubbed the “Queen of Christmas Movies,” Bure stars in “Home Sweet Christmas,” “A Christmas Less Traveled” with Eric Johnson, and “Let it Snow” with Jesse Hatch.
McKellar has been writing for Great American Family Media and starring in its films, including “A Cinderella Christmas Ball.”
During the holiday, festival-goers can take photos with Santa, go ice skating, and enjoy great food and games.
the Great American family Northwell Park's Christmas Festival is hosted at USB Arena in New York and is scheduled to run until December 24.
