The Young and the Restless actress Melissa Ordway is accustomed to doing photoshoots. Getting prepped for a CBS promo or a magazine shoot is a long process for the star. However, that’s nothing compared to her recent shoot with her family.
Key Takeaways
- Ordway recently did a photoshoot with her husband and daughters.
- There were a few hiccups on the day of the family’s shoot.
- The photoshoot is one of the family’s holiday traditions.
Family Portrait
When it comes to photoshoots for Y&R, Ordway usually has a team of professionals to help. But when she and husband, Justin Gaston, did one with their daughters Olivia and Sophie, they were on their own.
When it was time for the family to do their annual photoshoot, things didn’t go quite as planned. In an Instagram post, Ordway revealed the hectic day she and her family had for their shoot.
“A little BTS from our family photo shoot📸,” the star captioned a video of her, Gaston, and their daughters. “I took a red eye back to TN, had an hour of sleep and had no outfits planned, but I was determined to get some family photos.😂😴”
Despite the lack of sleep and planning, the photoshoot turned out to be a success. Ordway and her daughters laughed and smiled as they posed for photos in a field. It was a beautiful memory that she and her family will treasure.
The Results Are In
Days after posting the BTS video, Ordway shared the finished product. In a series of pictures, the actress, Gaston, and her daughters, little Olivia and Sophie, posed by a tree. Ordway opted for pants and a blazer for her wardrobe, while Gaston chose jeans with a matching jacket. Meanwhile, their daughters looked adorable in jeans and matching sweaters.
The family is all smiles as the photographer snaps away on their camera. In one photo, Olivia and Sophie look on as their parents kiss.
The photos are already earning rave reviews from friends and fans. “Stunning!😍” wrote Ordway’s co-star Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea). “Beautiful family❤️🥰❤️,” actress Faith Ford replied.
“This looks like a Ralph Lauren ad!❤️❤️❤️” declared one fan. “Wonderful photos! I would expect nothing less from such a beautiful family,” one commenter replied.
The photoshoot is just one of the many memories that Ordway and her family are making this year. They are preparing for some big upcoming events. Ordway’s youngest daughter, Sophie, will celebrate her 8th birthday in December. Plus, the family is also ready for Christmas with their tree and home already decorated. So, it’s going to be a joyous time for the Ordway and Gaston household.
