In June 2023, Grace Leer began filming her first Hallmark movie, "Time for Her to Come Home for Christmas." If the title seems familiar, it's because it's part of the Blake Shelton-produced series of Christmas movies, all based on his original song, "Time for Me to Come Home." In this sixth installment of the franchise, protagonist Carly (played by Shenae Grimes-Beech) helms a church choir for the holidays to keep herself distracted during the festive season.
The network already knew Leer could sing, but they had more in mind for the star than just joining the chorus — they wanted her to appear in the movie too, playing the supporting role of Riley. "I was really nervous when I was getting ready to go on camera for the first time and I'll never forget that day," Leer recalled to Country Now. "But the minute they said 'action,' I felt the same way that I do when I perform on stage. The music starts and I just go."
She also gushed on Instagram, "This was the most incredible experience with the most incredible cast and crew and I will never forget it!" Of course, Leer sings in the movie, too. In fact, she performs Shelton's hit song "Time for Me to Come Home." And if you found your toes tapping to the track that plays during the bus ride at the beginning of the movie, keep in mind that's Leer doing not just double, but triple duty.
