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‘SURPRISED BY LOVE’

CAST BIOS

HILARIE BURTON (Josie) – Growing up in the Theaters of Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia, knew early on in childhood that she was an odd bird and that her sanctuary was the stage. Her teen years brought awards and accolades, but it was the bright lights of NYC that became her fixation. Upon high school graduation, Burton promptly moved to the city and two weeks later started her career as one of MTV’s most popular VJ’s. Burton spent five years as a staple on the network, hosting a variety of productions, including MTV’s flagship show “” as well as numerous specials. She earned her footing as a producer when she was granted her own show, “MTV Hits.” From there, Burton got back in touch with her acting roots when she was cast as the lead, , in the CW hit series “,” which she starred in for six years.

During her breaks from the series, Burton gained significant experience in the world of independent film, starring in “Our Very Own” alongside and Jason Ritter, “The List” with Malcolm McDowell, “Normal Adolescent Behavior” which was featured at the Tribeca Film Festival and “Solstice” directed by Dan Myrick of “Blair Witch Project” fame. Burton played ’s mother in the award winning “Secret Life of Bees” and starred alongside Kris Kristofferson, and Dwight Yoakam in “Provinces of Night.”

Taking time off to start a family, Burton reemerged as the hardened yet beloved Sara Ellis on USA's "White Collar.” After three seasons there, she continued to stir up trouble, guest starring as a Kardashian-esque starlet on "Castle" and the adulteress Dr. Lauren Boswell on "Grey's Anatomy." Most recently, she was seen as the whip wielding domination therapist, Iona Payne, on ABC's "Forever." Meanwhile, her new role as a mother had softened her rebellious streak, and Burton found herself having wholesome fun in the family films "Christmas on the Bayou" and the Hallmark Channel Original Movie’s "Naughty or Nice" and now "Surprised by Love."

2015 will see the release of Burton's latest project - the coming of age story of a young boy who moves from India to the American South, "Good Ol Boy" stars Burton as the colorful wife of Jason Lee. In her free time, Burton lives on a farm in Upstate NY and runs the town candy store. She is partial to anything with chocolate and sea salt.

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PAUL CAMPBELL (Gridley) — Paul Campbell is best known for roles such as Billy, Mary McDonnell’s loyal assistant, in the Syfy Network’s “Battlestar Galactica” and nerdy Billy Morgan, star of NBC’s “Knight Rider” reboot. But his true passion lies in the world of comedy. Campbell is currently filming the television “Spun Out” and has recently appeared in the television series “Emily Owens, M.D.” and “Almost Heroes.”

Campbell’s credits also include a lead role in Marc Fienberg’s “Play The Game,” opposite Doris Roberts, Andy Griffith and Marla Sokoloff, the lead in National Lampoon’s “Bag Boy” and a supporting role in “The Big Year,” opposite Owen Wilson, Jack Black and Steve Martin. He recently starred, with Naomi Judd and Chyler Leigh, in the Hallmark Channel Original Movie “Window Wonderland.” (more) HALLMARK CHANNEL / ‘SURPRISED BY LOVE– Cast Bios – Page 2

Well-versed in both comedy and drama, Campbell has emerged as one of TV and film’s most versatile and charismatic actors.

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TIM CONWAY (Grandad) – is best known for his work on “The Show,” a legendary 11-year stint that garnered him six , a Golden Globe and four generations of fans. Conway played the funny guy opposite Harvey Korman's straight man, often cracking up Korman midway through scenes. The spontaneous break in character became a hallmark to watch for in every episode.

Conway's often-improvised humor, razor-sharp timing and unforgettable characters have made him one of the funniest and most authentic performers to grace the stage and studio in the last forty years. In 1989, Conway received his much deserved star on Hollywood's "Walk of Fame." In 2002, he and Korman were inducted into the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' Hall of Fame. In 2005, the duo joined the rest of the Carol Burnett cast in receiving TV Land's Legend Award and, in 2008, Conway received his 7th Emmy Award for his Guest Appearance on “30 Rock.”

Conway’s most successful films include Disney’s “The Apple Dumpling Gang” and “The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again,” as well as “The Private Eyes” and “The Prize Fighter,” both written by Conway and featuring his “The Apple Dumpling Gang” co-star and longtime friend, Don Knotts.

Conway’s first book, What’s So Funny? My Hilarious Life, was released thru Simon & Schuster, Inc./Howard Books in October 2013 and hit Best Seller list for five weeks.

Conway resides in Encino, , with his wife of thirty years. He has seven children and two grandchildren.

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