Alan Bersten & Emma Slater
The Dancing With the Stars pros shared a glimpse into their home on the first night of Hanukkah, while also sharing a tribute to those who died during a shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney on Dec. 14, writing, "My heart is heavy today due to the senseless tragedy that occurred today in Sydney."
Nev Schulman
The Catfish host and his family, including wife Laura Perlongo and kids Cleo, Beau and Cy, posed with their menorah on the second night of Hanukkah on Dec. 15, adding in the caption, "In the glow of the menorah, we’re reminded that love grows when we stand together. For our family—and for all families."
Doug Emhoff & Kamala Harris
The former Second Gentleman and former Vice President celebrated the first night of Hanukkah, reflecting on how the candles are "a reminder of resilience, hope, and the power of bringing light into the darkness."
Erin Foster & Simon Tikhman
The Nobody Wants This creator gave fans a peek into her family’s Hanukkah celebration alongside her husband.
Debra Messing
The Will & Grace alum penned a heartfelt message on the first night of Hanukkah, sharing a photo of her menorah and writing, "May the memory of all those murdered in Bondi Beach Australia at a Hanukkah family celebration, and at Brown University—be a blessing."
"The light will always cut through the darkness," she added. "Be the light."
Vanessa Carlton
The "A Thousand Miles" singer kept it simple for the first night of Hanukkah Dec. 14, posting a photo of her lit menorah with the light reflecting in a mirror.
Jessica Simpson
The singer's children Maxwell "Maxi" Drew, Ace Knute and Birdie Mae kicked off the holidays with a rare family photo Dec. 4.
"Christmas time is here!" Jessica wrote on Instagram. "What the month of December brings to my kiddos has always been about the genuine feelings of love, excitement, hope, happiness, grace and pure JOY! Wishin’ you and yours all the many blessings this month has to offer y’all’s hearts."