Billie Lourd, actress and daughter of the late Carrie Fisher, recently revealed her hopes to introduce her children to the beloved “Halloweentown” films, which featured her grandmother, the legendary Debbie Reynolds. The star shared these insights during the PaleyFest NY 2026 event on October 8, where she expressed her nostalgic fondness for the Disney Channel franchise.
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In an interview with PEOPLE, Lourd, now 34, mentioned that while she was “obsessed” with the “Halloweentown” films as a child, her own kids, Kingston, aged 6, and Jackson, aged 3, are not yet fans. This, she admits, has led her to consider ‘bribing’ them with treats to watch the movies. “My kids are on a loop of the same movies,” Lourd stated. “It’s so hard to break into their loop and get them to watch something new.”
The actress is adamant about sharing the classic films with her children, stating, “I need them to watch Halloweentown. I’m gonna bribe them with candy and popsicles.” Lourd highlighted how special the films are to her, remarking, “It’s one of my favourite movies of all time,” and expressed a desire to participate in any potential remakes. She described Reynolds’s character, Aggie Cromwell, as “one of the most iconic characters ever,” showing how deeply the role resonates with her.
Discussions about her grandmother’s career also revealed Lourd’s affection for Reynolds’s choices in roles later in her life. She noted, “The sweet thing about my grandma is she later in her career started doing roles so I could watch them. She was in ‘Charlotte’s Web,’ she was in ‘Rugrats.’” Such roles were apparently chosen with Lourd in mind, establishing a heartfelt family connection through the medium of film.
Reflecting on her own career, Lourd expressed a desire to create work that her children could appreciate. She mentioned her role in the animated “Smurfs” movie, saying, “I just love to do anything that they’ll care about.” Her aim is to produce more family-friendly films, similar to those her grandmother pursued, making a concerted effort to share her artistic legacy with her children.
Lourd’s sentiments highlighted a personal desire for a deeper connection with her children through her work. In a previous conversation with PEOPLE about her role in the “Smurfs” film, Lourd was excited about the impact it might have on Kingston and Jackson, stating, “This might be my career peak because it’s something that they’re gonna freak out about, and I’m just so excited for them to watch it and love me more.”
On a different occasion, Lourd shared a touching snapshot on May 4, the official Star Wars Day, which featured her children watching Fisher’s iconic portrayal of Princess Leia. The picture, posted on Instagram, depicted Kingston and Jackson transfixed by their grandmother’s presence on screen, illustrating the continuation of a family legacy within the cinematic universe.
As Lourd navigates her journey as a mother and an actress, she is clearly motivated by a desire to connect her children with their heritage, encouraging them to embrace the same films that shaped her childhood. Ultimately, Lourd’s reflections underscore the importance of familial bonds and the power of storytelling, as she strives to pass down her grandmother’s legacy, ensuring that her children appreciate the cinematic wonders of their family history.
In a world filled with choices, Lourd’s determination to introduce her children to the magical realm of “Halloweentown” speaks volumes about the more profound connections between generations. As she considers creative avenues to engage her kids, it’s clear that the lessons of love and legacy handed down from Debbie Reynolds will continue to resonate, creating new traditions for the next generation.