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'Hearstopper's Kit Connor Made His Debut in the Underrated 'Get Santa'

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Story by Conor McShaneDecember 22, 2024 • 10:30 PM
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Rising star Kit Connor showcases his early talent in the underrated 2014 holiday comedy 'Get Santa' before breakout role in 'Heartstopper'.
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  • Though 'Get Santa' may have flown under the radar, it featured an impressive performance by then-14-year-old Kit Connor, who would later go on to capture hearts as Nick in the acclaimed Netflix series 'Heartstopper'.
  • The film's director, Christopher Smith, praised Connor's versatility, saying 'He had a great talent for comedy even back then' - a sign of the young actor's promising future in the industry.
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Kit Connor, Netflix, 'Heartstopper', 'Get Santa'
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