In an emotional interview with Fox News Digital, “The Dukes of Hazzard” star John Schneider shared his thoughts on navigating the upcoming holiday season, marking the first Christmas since the passing of his wife, Alicia Allain Schneider, in February.

Anticipating the Challenge

Despite having the support of family, Schneider expressed his anticipation of a difficult Christmas, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of grief. The 63-year-old actor, known for recently launching John Schneider’s Revenuer’s Reserve Premium Moonshine, revealed the emotional toll that grief can take unexpectedly.

Navigating Grief and Celebration

Schneider emphasized that grief is a lifelong journey and shared his plans to celebrate Christmas with Alicia’s parents, daughter Jessica, and Jessica’s husband, Daniel Turner, in Nashville, Tennessee. The family aims to honor Alicia’s memory during this challenging time.

Continuing Traditions Amidst Grief

The actor disclosed that spending the holidays with his in-laws and stepdaughter is a significant way of preserving Christmas traditions he shared with Alicia. He acknowledged the difficulty of making concrete plans for the future and emphasized the importance of helping others as a source of strength.

Creating Revenuer’s Reserve Premium Moonshine

A Collaborative Venture

Schneider opened up about the creation of Revenuer’s Reserve Premium Moonshine, a project inspired by his late friend Paul Sorvino’s widow, Dee Dee Sorvino. Schneider and Sorvino, both dealing with grief, found solace in each other’s company and embarked on the venture to create the moonshine brand.

Rapid Success

Despite the challenges of the past year, Schneider expressed pride in the success of Revenuer’s Reserve, which sold out on its first day of launch. The moonshine is currently available in three flavors, with plans for an additional one next year, reflecting Schneider’s dedication to the project.

Finding Strength Through Creativity

In the process of creating the moonshine brand, Schneider and Sorvino supported each other through their respective grief journeys. The actor emphasized the positive impact of this collaboration, not only in creating a successful business but also in providing emotional support during a challenging time.

Remembering Alicia Allain Schneider

A Creative Partnership

Alicia Allain Schneider, a veteran producer and actress, collaborated with Schneider on various film and music projects. The couple’s journey, detailed in the book “In the Driver’s Seat: Love, Loss & Living with No Regrets,” showcased their resilience in the face of Alicia’s battle with cancer.

Honoring Alicia’s Legacy

Schneider released a tribute album, “We’re Still Us,” and a book chronicling their journey. The projects aim to offer support and healing to those dealing with cancer and loss. Additionally, Schneider is starring in the family-friendly Christmas comedy “Jingle Smells,” providing audiences with an opportunity for wholesome entertainment during the holiday season.

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