Merry Christmas! Christina Haack shares snaps on Christmas Day as Bella Thorne sports a festive look

It’s finally Christmas, and stars have taken to their social media accounts to ring in the holiday.

Christina Haack, 38, led with a photo of her three children sitting excitedly in front of their Christmas tree before opening gifts, writing in the caption: ‘The calm before the presents.’

Bella Thorne also appeared on Instagram to share outtakes from a sexy, themed photo shoot. The 24-year-old actress teased in her caption, ‘what’d you ask Santa for this year? I bet it was me.’

Holiday cheer: It's finally Christmas, and stars have taken to their social media accounts to ring in the holiday, with Christina Haack leading the way

Holiday cheer: It’s finally Christmas, and stars have taken to their social media accounts to ring in the holiday, with Christina Haack leading the way

Christmas spirit: Bella Thorne appeared on Instagram on Saturday to share outtakes from a sexy, themed photo shoot

Christmas spirit: Bella Thorne appeared on Instagram on Saturday to share outtakes from a sexy, themed photo shoot

Bella’s fiery red hair was styled in two large pin curls at the top of her head, calling back to old pinup glamour. 

The majority of her locks were left loose as they fell over her chest in luscious, face-framing spiral curls. 

In some photos the bombshell wore a strapless satin black teddy that was trimmed in lace. It was paired with sheer black thigh-high stockings.

Thorne added a pairs of dressy heels – two separate green and black pairs – and wore a statement necklace with a large cross pendant. 

Flirty: The 24-year-old actress teased in her caption, 'what’d you ask Santa for this year? I bet it was me'

Flirty: The 24-year-old actress teased in her caption, ‘what’d you ask Santa for this year? I bet it was me’

Glam girl: Bella's fiery red hair was styled in two large pin curls at the top of her head, calling back to old pinup glamour

Glam girl: Bella’s fiery red hair was styled in two large pin curls at the top of her head, calling back to old pinup glamour

Theme: The filmmaker incorporated several props for the images, two being large cardboard 'gift' tags, and one a wrapped present

Gorgeous: The majority of her locks were left loose as they fell over her chest in luscious, face-framing spiral curls

Theme: The filmmaker incorporated several props for the images, two being large cardboard ‘gift’ tags, and one a wrapped present

Hot: In some photos the bombshell wore a strapless satin black teddy that was trimmed in lace and paired with sheer black thigh-high stockings

Hot: In some photos the bombshell wore a strapless satin black teddy that was trimmed in lace and paired with sheer black thigh-high stockings

Message: Dua Lipa, 26, joined in with a throwback photo of her sitting on Santa's lap with a pouty face, reminding fans that 'the holidays can be a difficult time'

Message: Dua Lipa, 26, joined in with a throwback photo of her sitting on Santa’s lap with a pouty face, reminding fans that ‘the holidays can be a difficult time’

Throwback! Emma Roberts, 30, had the same idea as she also shared a flashback photo with Santa Claus

Throwback! Emma Roberts, 30, had the same idea as she also shared a flashback photo with Santa Claus

Dua Lipa, 26, joined in with a throwback photo of her sitting on Santa’s lap with a pouty face. She wrote, ‘Merry Christmas everyone and Happy Holidays. The holidays can be a difficult time so please be sure to check on your loved ones that may be spending it alone, the ones suffering a loss or the ones that are far away from their families and friends this year. Sending love & healing x.’

Emma Roberts, 30, had the same idea as she also shared a flashback photo with Santa Claus. Her caption was much lighter as she simple wrote, ‘Merry Christmas everybody!!’ with a red heart emoji.

Alessandra Ambrosio, 40, posted four snapshots from her large family gathering. She wowed in a forest green, satin, mini wrap dress as she smiled with her daughter Anja Louise, 13, and son Noah Phoenix, nine. 

The Brazilian supermodel wished fans a happy holiday in Portuguese: ‘Feliz Natal‼️ Wishing you all a Merry Christmas‼️’

Proud mom: Alessandra smiled with her daughter Anja Louise, 13, and son Noah Phoenix, nine

 Proud mom: Alessandra smiled with her daughter Anja Louise, 13, and son Noah Phoenix, nine

Family affair: Ambrosio's kids cuddled up to extended family members under the tree

Family affair: Ambrosio’s kids cuddled up to extended family members under the tree

Beloved characters: Alessandra posed with her daughter and Mickey and Minnie Mouse

Beloved characters: Alessandra posed with her daughter and Mickey and Minnie Mouse

Big family! The former Victoria's Secret model posted snapshots from her large family gathering

Big family! The former Victoria’s Secret model posted snapshots from her large family gathering

Shawn Mendes, 23, took to Instagram Stories to share a quick Boomerang with his 65.8 million followers. The singer blew fans a kiss while walking outdoors, and wrote across the image ‘Merry Christmas!’ with two white hearts.

Jada Pinkett Smith, 50, got creative as she made an autonomous sensory meridian response-themed Instagram reel. 

The talk show host stroked her hands over items like candy canes, ornaments, and a wreath to make ‘Christmas joy sounds.’ She wrote in the caption: ‘ASMR x Xmas + Jada = [smiley face] Merry Xmas everyone.’

Millie Bobby Brown dropped in to share a selfie with her boyfriend Jake Bongiovi. The 17-year-old Stranger Things star rocked bangs and a bob and said, ‘happy holidays’ with a heart.  

Dropping in: Shawn Mendes took to Instagram Stories to share a quick Boomerang with his 65.8 million followers

Outside! The singer blew fans a kiss while walking outdoors, and wrote across the image 'Merry Christmas!'

Dropping in: Shawn Mendes took to Instagram Stories to share a quick Boomerang with his 65.8 million followers

Out of the box: Jada Pinkett Smith, 50, got creative as she made an autonomous sensory meridian response-themed Instagram reel

Calming: The talk show host stroked her hands over items like candy canes, ornaments, and a wreath to make 'Christmas joy sounds'

Calming: The talk show host stroked her hands over items like candy canes, ornaments, and a wreath to make ‘Christmas joy sounds’

Quick post: Millie Bobby Brown dropped in to share a selfie with her boyfriend Jake Bongiovi

Quick post: Millie Bobby Brown dropped in to share a selfie with her boyfriend Jake Bongiovi

Halle Berry, 55, got in on the action with a picture of her and boyfriend Van Hunt, 51, peeking through a doorway. ‘Merry Christmas from our home to yours,’ she said. 

Meanwhile, singer JoJo, 31, shocked fans by posting her engagement to actor Dexter Darden, 30. 

The music artist showed off her huge engagement ring along with photos of the happy couple moments after she said ‘yes.’

‘forever with YOU? Sign me UP. celebrating Christmas a whole fiancé!!!’ she wrote in their joint Instagram post. The performer celebrated her birthday on December 20 and added in the caption, ‘thank you for the most epic birthday surprise ever.’

From them to you: Halle Berry, 55, got in on the action with a picture of her and boyfriend Van Hunt, 51, peeking through a doorway

From them to you: Halle Berry, 55, got in on the action with a picture of her and boyfriend Van Hunt, 51, peeking through a doorway

Christmas surprise: JoJo shocked fans by posting her engagement to actor Dexter Darden

Christmas surprise: JoJo shocked fans by posting her engagement to actor Dexter Darden

Very sweet: The music artist showed off her huge engagement ring along with photos of the happy couple moments after she said 'yes'

Very sweet: The music artist showed off her huge engagement ring along with photos of the happy couple moments after she said ‘yes’

Andy Cohen, 53, shared a singular photo of his young son Benjamin Allen Cohen, two, playing with a set of Hess toy airplanes. The media mogul ‘Merry Merry!’

Lizzo, 33, went all out with an elaborate photo shoot that featured her in Grinch-green bangs with a red ponytail positioned at the top of her head.

The musician covered up in barely-there bits of tinsel and red gift bows. She teamed the sexy snaps with a long, heartfelt caption: ‘MERRY CHRISTMAS. I pray for the gift of a new year. I’m so glad you’re HERE. You’re healthy, you’re loved. If you are alone right now I’m sending this message directly to you. This too shall pass. 

‘Maybe you’re alone by choice, I want to say thank you for making a healthy choice for yourself. If you’re with family, cherish them. 

‘If you’re having a friendsmas— cherish your chosen family. So much has changed and will continue to, so allow love to be your constant. Love for yourself and love for others. Compassion. Patience. I love you very much! Have a happy holiday.’

Proud dad: Andy Cohen shared a singular photo of his young son Benjamin Allen Cohen, two, playing with a set of Hess toy airplanes

Proud dad: Andy Cohen shared a singular photo of his young son Benjamin Allen Cohen, two, playing with a set of Hess toy airplanes

Justin Bieber took to social media with a very solemn post. The Peaches hitmaker didn’t share a photo, but instead opted to post a screenshot of his ‘Christmas wish.’

The pop star wrote in black font against a white background, ‘My Christmas wish is for whoever is reading this to stop and let God love you. Allow him to remind you of who you are this Christmas.’

On a much lighter note, Sailor Brinkley Cook, 23, and mom Christie Brinkley, 67 danced in a mirror to Mariah Carey’s classic All I Want for Christmas is You.

The Dancing with the Stars alum wrote across the video posted to Instagram Stories, ‘I’m drunk can u tell.’ 

In a serious mood: Justin Bieber took to social media with a very solemn post

In a serious mood: Justin Bieber took to social media with a very solemn post

Mom-daughter duo: On a much lighter note, Sailor Brinkley Cook, 23, and mom Christie Brinkley, 67 danced in a mirror to Mariah Carey's classic All I Want for Christmas is You

Mom-daughter duo: On a much lighter note, Sailor Brinkley Cook, 23, and mom Christie Brinkley, 67 danced in a mirror to Mariah Carey’s classic All I Want for Christmas is You

Rihanna and Mariah Carey both checked in with photos of them with Santa.

The 33-year-old Bajan pop star’s version featured a much younger version of her with the jolly old man. She wore a crewneck orange shirt and a belted pair of jeans as she smiled while sitting on his lap. 

For her part, Mariah, 52, shared a present-day snapshot with Mr. Claus as he presented the longtime musician with a Spotify plaque to recognize 1,000,000,000 streams of her 1994 single All I Want for Christmas is You.

She wrote in her caption, ‘My friend Santa made some time for us last night and stopped by on his sleigh. Apparently, Blitzen had a headache. Hahaha Merry Christmas.’ 

Flashback! Rihanna shared a throwback photo of her sitting on Santa's lap as a little girl, years before her global success

Flashback! Rihanna shared a throwback photo of her sitting on Santa’s lap as a little girl, years before her global success

Incredible! Santa Claus presented Mariah Carey with a Spotify plaque to recognize 1,000,000,000 streams of her 1994 single All I Want for Christmas is You

Incredible! Santa Claus presented Mariah Carey with a Spotify plaque to recognize 1,000,000,000 streams of her 1994 single All I Want for Christmas is You

Nicki Minaj and Lily Collins both appeared on the photo-sharing app with their families of three.

The 39-year-old New York rapper shared a photoset with her baby, who she lovingly refers to as Papa Bear, and hey husband Kenny Petty, 43.

The trio looked spiffy in all black looks, with the music artist swiping on a red lip. She wrote to her followers, ‘Merry Christmas. May you receive everything your heart desires.’

And the Emily in Paris star, 32, appeared in a selfie with her new husband Charlie McDowell and their pup. In her caption she said, ‘A very Merry first married Christmas from our lil fam…’

Precious: Nicki Minaj shared a photoset with her baby, who she lovingly refers to as Papa Bear, and hey husband Kenny Petty

Precious: Nicki Minaj shared a photoset with her baby, who she lovingly refers to as Papa Bear, and hey husband Kenny Petty

First married Christmas: Lily Collins appeared in a selfie with her new husband Charlie McDowell and their pup

First married Christmas: Lily Collins appeared in a selfie with her new husband Charlie McDowell and their pup

Kourtney Kardashian took a moment to head to her Instagram Stories and share a photo of eight stuffed stockings.

The classic-style decorative fashions were knitted with various holiday images and had her family members’ names embroidered. The soon-to-be Mrs. Barker included fiancé Travis Barker’s three kids – Landon, 18, Alabama, 16, and Atiana, 22.

It was in addition to her three children with ex Scott Disick – Mason, 12, Penelope, nine, and Reign, seven. 

Some of the stockings were so full that they overflowed with gifts for her loved ones. 

Beautiful display: Kourtney Kardashian took a moment to head to her Instagram Stories and share a photo of eight stuffed stockings

Beautiful display: Kourtney Kardashian took a moment to head to her Instagram Stories and share a photo of eight stuffed stockings

Amelia Hamlin smiled big with a cup of coffee as she also took to Instagram Stories on Christmas day. The 20-year-old runway star wore a Santa hat as she stood in front of a lit Christmas tree.

Her long dark hair flowed out from under her hat and she sported light-colored pajamas. 

The model added two emojis to the picture – one with little red hearts and another with tearful eyes. 

In another outtake she paid tribute to her late maternal grandmother Lois Rinna, who passed away on November 15. She posted a page from a scrapbook that featured a picture of her doing her grandma’s makeup when she was a little girl. ‘The most special gift of all… a book of Lois,’ she wrote under the image. 

And then she shared a photo of her dad, Harry Hamlin, 70. The patriarch sported an orange NASA hat and a blue apron that read ‘H.H’s Sauce.’

Merry: Amelia Hamlin smiled big with a cup of coffee as she also took to Instagram Stories on Christmas day

Merry: Amelia Hamlin smiled big with a cup of coffee as she also took to Instagram Stories on Christmas day

Remembering her loved one: In another outtake she paid tribute to her late maternal grandmother Lois Rinna, who passed away on November 15

Remembering her loved one: In another outtake she paid tribute to her late maternal grandmother Lois Rinna, who passed away on November 15

Showing dad love: Amelia she shared a photo of her dad, Harry Hamlin, 70, in a blue personalized apron

Showing dad love: Amelia she shared a photo of her dad, Harry Hamlin, 70, in a blue personalized apron

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