U.S. Santas becoming more diverse as families look to see themselves in Christmas

By Leslie E. Thompson

Published December 16, 2025 at 11:53 PM HST

Santas in the U.S. are getting more diverse as families try to find a jolly fella who looks more like them.

Leslie E. Thompson

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