Christmas is all about family, right? But Charissa Thompson’s holiday had a bit of a twist. While many were snuggled up with loved ones, having hot chocolate with marshmallows. She found herself away from her cherished Ruby Ranch. And we all knew that Charissa’s Instagram stories still brought those cozy holiday vibes. But, today she posted something painful yet cute.

The sweetest part of her story? A photo of her daughter, Tommie, and their dog, Simba, hanging out on the ranch. Charissa, with all the love in the world, shared on her IG stories, “Sadly, I can’t be there right now, but Sweet Tommie & Simba are holding down the fort 🥺❤️.” There was also another story, which showed her horse Oz, with Charissa capturing that ranch vibe perfectly. She said, “When people say, ‘why a ranch,’ the answer is this… My sweet Tommie and my horse Oz. Simple things = the best things.” These moments really hit home. Especially to the people who own a horse or a ranch. This shows how much Charissa loves to be with her family and the little things that keep everything grounded.

Despite the joy in her posts, there was also a subtle layer of sadness. Charissa couldn’t be with her dogs for Christmas. She has other dogs named Nala and Norman, but she’s had to adjust to life without Simba, who sadly passed away 24 weeks ago. Simba has been on the ranch for more than 10 years. Yeah, 10 years. These feelings of missing her pets and being away from her ranch family were not simple, as Charissa’s connection to her animals is undeniable. You could see her entire ranch account filled to the brim with the animal posts. But it’s the small moments with them that keep her and her family happy.

Her holiday reflections were the perfect blend of love, simplicity, and the importance of staying connected to what matters most.

Charissa Thompon: Sunday style on point

While Charissa Thompson shared those heartwarming family moments, her professional side also shone bright. She turned heads during Sunday Night Football, thanks to an outfit that had everyone talking. Dressed in a bold red blazer and black trousers, Charissa didn’t just look stylish; she owned the screen. Some fans even joked that she should try modeling. Erin Andrews also added a perfect compliment, saying, “U look like a Queen.”

But it wasn’t just about the red blazer look. At last week’s Thursday Night Football appearance, Charissa absolutely slayed in an all-black leather outfit-a sleek shirt tucked into a midi-length leather skirt, paired with matching knee-high boots. With a structured black overcoat casually draped over her shoulder, she just oozed with elegance and confidence. Kaylee Hartung was right on point when she called Charissa’s style “the best.”

It wasn’t just the clothes—it was how Charissa owned every single look. From edgy leather vibes to bold and vibrant fits, she proves that confidence and style are her strongest assets. Whether reporting or making a fashion statement, she’s the GOAT for FOX, hands down.