Amy Smart & Carter Oosterhouse

Actress and Television Personality | Bonobo Winery Co-owners | Founders of Carter's Kids

AMY SMART, a Los Angeles native, began her career in television movies. Her feature film debut came in Stephen Kay’s The Last Time I Committed Suicide, which was screened at the 1997 Sundance Film Festival alongside Keanu Reeves. Despite being relatively new to the film scene, SMART gained recognition for her supporting roles in the hit teen films Varsity Blues and Outside Providence. Her most recent role was as Barbara in Stargirl for DC Universe, alongside Brec Bassinger and Luke Wilson.

Amy Smart, known for her roles in films like The Butterfly Effect, Crank, Crank: High Voltage, and Just Friends, has also appeared alongside actors like Ashton Kutcher, Jason Statham, and Ryan Reynolds. Additionally, she has collaborated with actors like Matt Dillon and William Dafoe in Bad Country.

Beyond her acting career, Smart has been actively involved in various philanthropic organizations. She has been a board member for Heal the Bay and the Environmental Media Association for over two decades.

CARTER OOSTERHOUSE, a Traverse City, Michigan native, is one of America’s most renowned lifestyle experts. His extensive experience spans various popular television series, including Trading Spaces, While You Were Out, Red Hot & Green, Million Dollar Rooms, and Celebrity Motor Homes. Notably, Carter has co-hosted ABC’s hit primetime series special, The Great Christmas Light Fight, which is now in its 13th season.

Carter’s passion lies in community development. He founded Carter’s Kids, an organization dedicated to building and nurturing community parks and playgrounds in low-income areas. Through Carter’s Kids, he has constructed over 100 playgrounds across the United States and internationally, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of community. Additionally, Carter co-owns Bonobo Winery with his brother in Traverse City, Michigan.

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