Some of Hollywood's most successful stars have visited the Hudson Valley lately. Tina Fey and Steve Carell were in Beacon, NY while Hilary Duff was in Gardiner, NY.

Chevy Chase was in the Hudson Valley area as well. 94.3 Lite FM shared that in January 2024, Chase would be starring in a new holiday movie, "The Christmas Letter" that would be filmed in Utica, NY.

They were also looking for movie extras in the surrounding area for the movie with Chase. As he is no stranger to New York state, he also seemed to have enjoyed his visit in the Hudson Valley.

Chevy Chase Shares 'Wonderful' Experience Visiting The Hudson Valley

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Social media brings people together to meet, stay connected and learn about one another. It allows us to take a look into the lives of celebrities and their lifestyles.

Chevy Chase had a 'wonderful' experience when he visited a Dutchess County, NY college in October 2024.

Chevy Chase Visited Bard College In Dutchess County, NY


Chevy Chase made a post on social media about his experience at Bard College in Dutchess County, NY. 

Bard College is located in the town of Red Hook, NY. This college is also known for being in Annandale-on-Hudson which is a hamlet within Dutchess County, NY.

Chevy Chase shared the following post on social media,

"Wonderful coming back to Bard College with my wife, Jayni Chase , daughter Cydney and good friend Patrick Ganino with his wife."

 

"I knew many very creative students at Bard, including Peter Aaron, Libby Titus and Donald Fagen of "Steely Dan". It was a wonderful experience; the campus is still as when I was there in 1912."

Chevy Chase fans are used to seeing his humor on the big screen and were also able to still experience it with his latest post about being on Bard College's campus in 1912.

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What Did Facebook Users Think About Chevy Chase's Visit To The Hudson Valley?


Facebook users, New York residents and Chevy Chase fans left comments on his post about visiting Dutchess County, NY. They shared their positivity, compliments and humor on Facebook.

"Great pictures. I love this sweet family. Chevy Chase is King!"

 

"Beautiful pictures of everyone and campus gorgeous!!!!"

 

"You all look amazing. That is a beautiful place. It’s an experience! Enjoy yourselves "

 

"Beautiful family; beautiful setting! We love you Chevy!!!"

 

"“Just a real nice surprise Clark!” Wish you nothing but the best Mr Chase! Thanks for all the laughs over the years ❤️"

Which celebrity have you seen in the Hudson Valley? Which celebrity would you hope to meet in the Hudson Valley area? Tell us more below.

6 Best Hudson Valley Backdrops For Capturing Special Moments On Camera

Ready, set, smile! The Hudson Valley is an ideal location to not soak up all of mother nature but to capture breathtaking pictures. 

It may be time for a wedding or engagement photoshoot, prom pictures, an improtu photoshoot or something to add to your social media account, these Hudson Valley backdrops are perfect.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay, Woodstock Land Conservancy, Facebook, Canva

Have You Been To FDR's Cousin's House in Rhinebeck, NY?

Some may only know about FDR and Eleanor Roosevelt but there were other family members who played a role in the Hudson Valley.

Thomas Suckley and his wife Catherine Murray Bowne created history in Dutchess County, NY. Their estate called "Wilderstein" was designed in the 1800's. 

According to Wilderstein.org, the meaning behind the name of their estate means "wild man's stone". This was in reference to "an Indian petroglyph on the property, a reminder of the cultural heritage that preceded European settlement of the region."

By the late 1800's, the son of Thomas and Catherine (Robert Bowne Suckley) along with his wife, Elizabeth Philips Montgomery decided to add onto the estate.

This "Queen Anne style mansion" is also known for its beautiful views, lush landscape and large property. There were three generations of the Suckley family members that lived at Wilderstein. 

Who was related to FDR?

Margaret Suckley was not only just a cousin of FDR but they spent quality time together. She traveled with FDR during his presidency and gifted him his black Scottish terrier dog, Fala.
Margaret also helped FDR form his library located in Hyde Park, NY.

Some would also say that she was a "confidante" to him as well. Margaret was with FDR when he passed away in Georgia. She died at the Wilderstein estate in 1991 at 100 years old.

Margaret was the last resident to live at Wilderstein. 

Wilderstein is also known as "the Hudson Valley's most important example of Victorian architecture."

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay

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