Hallmark has become so much more than a store for greeting cards.

The Odyssey internet became the Hallmark Channel in 2001.

Later came original television shows and movie-based Valentine’s Day celebrations as well.

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Among those stars is Aimee Teegarden.

In fact, Hallmark is only a relatively recent addition to her resume.

Her big break came with the show “Friday Night Lights.”

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The drama series chronicled the Dillon Panthers, a top-ranked fictional high school football team.

Teegarden played Julie Taylor on the show, which also starred Jesse Plemons and Connie Britton.

Teegarden won TV Actress of the Year at the 2011 Young Hollywood Awards for her role in the series.

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Teegarden was only 16 when she filmed the first episode of “Friday Night Lights.”

It was her first time filming a television pilot.

Teegargen later appeared in “Star Crossed” on the CW and “Notorious” on ABC.

Aimeé Teegarden at an Oceana Event

However, neither show had the staying power of “Friday Night Lights.”

As countless actors do, Teegarden has landed several modeling gigs to go along with her acting credits.

She modeled in campaigns for Tommy Hilfiger, Hollister, andOld Navy.

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As her career took shape, the rising star began devoting herself to personal passions and to charity work.

The organization campaigns for policies that protect oceans on a global scale.

According to Oceana’swebsite, Teegarden supports Oceana because she enjoys surfing and wildlife.

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Teegarden’s love for surfing paid off when she starred in the 2012 film “Beautiful Wave.”

The film touches on sea turtle conservation as well.

“Animals in general have always been my passion, project, crusadewhatever you want to call it!

A stranger offers to donate a portion of his liver to her.

In the process, the two grow close and fall in love.

In 2022, she appeared in Hallmark’s “Heart of the Matter.”

She spoke toTV Fanaticabout her character, cardiologist Andie.

Tragedy strikes, causing Andie to “question her purpose in life.”

I’m ecstatic to continue,” she toldParade.

Candace Cameron Bure made headlines when she made the move to GAC Media’sGreat American Familychannel.

Danica McKellar and Trevor Donovan signed deals with GAC Media as well (perYahoo News).

Hallmark is happy to have more films with Teegarden.

We are thrilled to continue working with her on new feel-good movies.)