Actor Eric Close Opens Up: ‘I Told God, I Miss You’ — A Star’s Journey from Hollywood to Heartfelt Faith

Veteran actor Eric Close, best known for his roles in American Sniper and Nashville, is opening up about the faith that has quietly shaped his Hollywood career. In a recent interview, Close revealed how a heartfelt moment of surrender—marked by the simple prayer, “I miss You”—brought him back into a deeper relationship with God. That spiritual turning point, he says, realigned both his life and purpose, leading him toward roles that reflect hope, family, and redemption. “We always need stories that uplift us, that bring us joy,” Close told Crosswalk Headlines. His newest project, All is Merry & Bright—a family comedy releasing November 7—embodies that vision, offering laughter, warmth, and a rediscovery of the true meaning of Christmas amid the chaos of the season.

Close’s recent work, including The Mulligan, Indivisible, and Hallmark’s To Have and to Holiday, continues to mirror his renewed faith journey. He credits God for opening doors to stories that inspire rather than divide, and for reminding him that acting is not just a profession—it’s a calling. Raised in a Christian home, Close first accepted Christ at 13 but admits his faith became truly personal only later in life. Now, with humility and conviction, he seeks to use his platform to reflect light in an industry often defined by its shadows. “It’s a fun movie,” he said of All is Merry & Bright, “but more than that, it’s a reminder of where real peace and joy come from.”