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The second season of “Studio City,” co-created and executive produced by soap star Sean Kanan (“The Bold and the Beautiful,” “General Hospital”), is now available on Amazon Prime Video. Kanan also serves as series writer and plays the lead character. “I am unbelievably proud of ‘Studio City’ and what we accomplished during season one,” said Kanan. “It was a project that, with the hard work of an ensemble of talented creatives, came to fruition and won the Daytime Emmy in 2021 for Outstanding Fiction Series. We are excited to bring you season two.” “Studio City” tells the dramatic and comedic story of Sam Stevens (Kanan), a long-time soap opera actor starring in the second most-watched daytime drama, “Hearts on Fire,” as he struggles to keep his top spot on the show, break out of soaps into feature films, and deal with his own complicated life which includes a few dark secrets concerning his past, including an aging step-father, the twisted truth of his paternity, and a daughter that he never knew existed. In addition to Kanan, the cast also includes Carolyn Hennesy, Tristan Rogers, Anna Maria-Horsford, Juliet Vega, Philip P. Bruenn, Justin Torkildsen, Natalie Burn, Erin Soto, Lilly Melgar, Will Roberts, and Scott Turner Schofield. The series was created by Kanan and Jason Antognoli. Timothy Woodward, Jr. serves as showrunner and director. Kanan, his wife Michele Kanan, and Timothy Woodward, Jr. serve as writers and executive producers. The second season consists of six episodes and will cost $0.99 each. The first season had 11 episodes and is also available at a cost of $0.99 each. To purchase episodes to watch, click here. Note: The post Season 2 of ‘Studio City’ Now Available on Amazon Prime Video appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Actress Abigail Klein has been cast as Stephanie Johnson on both “Days of our Lives” and spinoff series “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem,” Soap Opera Network has learned. Klein will first join the Peacock streaming series in a recurring capacity when it returns for Chapter 2 in July before she moves over to the mothership series later this year on contract. The role of Stephanie Johnson was last played by Shelley Hennig (“Teen Wolf”) when the character returned in 2017 for the wedding of her parents, Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols) and Kayla Brady (Mary Beth Evans). Stephanie’s siblings include Joey Johnson and Tripp Dalton (Lucas Adams). Hennig played the role from 2007-2011 before moving on to The CW series “The Secret Circle” and eventually co-starring in MTV’s “Teen Wolf.” In 2011, Klein appeared in an episode of “The Young and the Restless” as a nanny. She followed it up with appearances on such shows as “90210,” “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” “Drop Dead Diva” and “Castle.” The former “Code Black” and “S.W.A.T.” actress also appeared in the 2014 blockbuster “Transformers: Age of Extinction,” and more recently co-starred in the Lifetime movie, “Christmas on Ice,” appearing opposite Ryan Cooper (“One Life to Live,” “And Just Like That…”). She played the role of Mimi in one of the final episodes of the sitcom “American Housewife” in 2021. Note: The post Abigail Klein Joins ‘Days of our Lives’ and ‘Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem’ as Stephanie Johnson appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Best known for his Daytime Emmy Award-winning role as Ross Marler on “Guiding Light” and later Clint Buchanan on “One Life to Live,” veteran actor Jerry verDorn died on Sunday, May 1 after a months-long battle with cancer. Born Gerald “Jerry” M. verDorn on November 23, 1949, the Sioux Falls, South Dakota native was just 72 years old. According to an obituary published on behalf of the actor, verDorn graduated from what is now Minnesota State University Moorhead, with plans to be an English teacher. He later found theatre to be his passion after taking on several roles in various productions before attending acting school in London. more… Note: The post R.I.P. Jerry verDorn – ‘Guiding Light’ and ‘One Life to Live’ Actor Dead at 72 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

B&B also updated fans: Y&R update:

American soaps “The Bold and the Beautiful” and “The Young and the Restless” will be returning to Monte Carlo in June for the 61st Edition of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival, the organization behind the Golden Nymph Awards announced today at the Brach Hotel in Paris. The event will take place beginning Friday, June 17 with the Opening Ceremony and concluding Tuesday, June 21 with the presentation of the Golden Nymph Awards. Cast members from “B&B” will be on hand to celebrate the iconic show’s 35th anniversary with a special and exclusive screening followed by a signing session. The screening will take place on Sunday, June 19 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Salle Camille Blanc, Grimaldi Forum. Meanwhile, Melissa Ordway and Jason Thompson from “The Young and the Restless” will also be on hand for a “meet up” session. On Saturday, June 18 from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., there will be a one-hour panel discussing Soap & Telenovelas: Building a Success Story Across Decades which will take place at the Grimaldi Forum as showrunners, producers and executives discuss how they are collectively shaping the future of production and creativity. Other panels taking place during the festival include Scripted Formats; the Unscripted Production Boom; International Co-Production; New Formats and Fan Engagement with OTT and The Shift Towards Sustainable Production. For more information on how to participate during any of the available public events, click here. Note: The post ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ and ‘The Young and the Restless’ Return to Monte Carlo for TV Festival appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Joshua Benard will be back on “General Hospital” this month, revealed his father Maurice Benard who plays Sonny Corinthos on the daytime drama series. The younger Benard last appeared in the Wednesday, March 16 episode as Adam, a PCU classmate of Josslyn’s (Eden McCoy) who said some insensitive things to her following the revelation of her and Cameron’s (William Lipton) first time being filmed without their consent and shared online. In 2018, he played a younger version of his father’s character in flashbacks. The younger Benard was a guest on his father’s popular podcast, “MB: State of Mind,” which features guests talking about mental health and mental health awareness. Previous guests have included several current and past “GH” stars, including Laura Wright (Carly), Tyler Christopher (ex-Nikolas), Kimberly McCullough (ex-Robin), and “The Talk’s” Sheryl Underwood, among other daytime vets. “Joshua and I talk life and his passions and how they each mean so much to him in different ways,” said Benard in describing what fans will see in the latest episode of his series. “Acting, singing, composing and playing music. He’s always expressing himself through it. He plays a little guitar for us at the end, but as the conversation ended I thought to myself we are so similar in so many ways, which may be why we clash at times, but I am so damn proud of him.” In addition to returning to “GH,” the younger Benard is set to have a mysterious HBO project air this summer on the service and he’ll be releasing his first single soon. Check out the conversation between the Benard’s on the latest episode of “MB: State of Mind” below. Note: The post Joshua Benard Back to ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

After coming under fire for comments she made on the Friday, April 29 broadcast of her daytime talk show, “The Drew Barrymore Show,” in reference to Johnny Depp’s $50 million defamation lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, host Drew Barrymore issued a public apology on her Instagram account, stating, “I can be a more thoughtful and better person moving forward because all I want to do is be a good person, and I very much appreciate the depth of this, and I will grow and change from it.” The episode featured an exchange between Barrymore and guest Anthony Anderson (“black-ish,” “Law & Order”) and was shared across the show’s social handles. It has since been deleted by the show following Barrymore’s apology. In the episode, Barrymore commented about the Depp vs. Heard trial, which began on Monday, April 11, while sitting on the floor, looking up at Anderson. She said to him of the trial thus far, “It’s like one layer of crazy. It’s a seven-layer dip of insanity.” Anderson added, “It’s truly amazing just to sit back and read the transcript of what they’ve done to each other.” An excited Barrymore responded to Anderson’s comments by displaying herself as a person licking the pages of a book that you just can’t put down. “He lost a fingertip. He drew his name in blood on the wall,” noted Anderson. “How about the burnt body, and why a Honda Civic?” questioned Barrymore. “You know the next day at Honda they all came into the office and were like, ‘Why did he pick us? Like, why?’” She added, “I know that these are two people’s real lives and I know what it’s like to have your life put out in public. I understand all the feelings, but they are actually offering up this information that nobody had to know. This is crazy!” Amber Heard, Johnny Depp Photo by BAKOUNINE/Shutterstock Apologizing on Instagram on Sunday, Barrymore said, “It has come to my attention that I have offended people with making light of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, and for that, I just want to deeply apologize and appreciate everyone who spoke out because this can be a teachable moment for me and how I move forward and how I conduct myself.” She further stated, “I can be a more thoughtful and better person moving forward because all I want to do is be a good person, and I very much appreciate the depth of this, and I will grow and change from it, and I thank everyone for helping me grow along the way and teaching me. Thank you.” Fans weren’t having it with Barrymore’s apology, some going so far as to say Barrymore ended up making the apology about herself. Note: The post Drew Barrymore Apologizes for Remarks Made Over Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard Trial appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

With Craig’s relationship with Leo now ended after the latter’s secrets and real intentions have finally been revealed, actor Craig Spirtas concludes his latest run on “Days of our Lives” during the week of May 2 when Craig leaves town. Spirtas reprised the role in January when Craig followed Nancy (Patrika Darbo) back to Salem after she suspected he had been cheating on her with another woman. It turned out he was cheating but instead of a woman, it was with another man, later revealed as schemer Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart). Before leaving town, Nancy will try to provide comfort to her heartbroken ex on Tuesday, May 3. Meanwhile, on Wednesday, May 4, Leo will plead for another chance with Craig even while releasing a shocking article that makes Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) furious. In the latest issue of Soap Opera Digest, on newsstands now, Rikaart reveals that Leo did indeed love Craig despite everything. “Leo’s really hurt and angry, and he doesn’t have the best coping skills,” the actor tells the publication. “The easy path for him is to lash out and try and make the people he feels responsible for making him suffer, suffer as well. From his perspective, too, these guys really went above and beyond to wreck things for him in a way that didn’t really feel justified.” Rikaart is referring to Sonny (Zach Tinker) and Chad working to undermine his relationship with Craig. While pleading with Craig for another chance, Rikaart notes, “We’ve seen this side of Leo before he and Craig have this heart-to-heart.” He adds, “We saw it at the wedding when he got to be pretty vulnerable with Craig after things went awry. In this moment, we do see him a bit vulnerable, again, and the honest side of Leo that he keeps hidden is a big step for Leo.” Sadly, it’s goodbye for the two despite Leo’s genuine feelings for Craig being accepted as truth. “It’s amicable … in the moment,” Rikaart teased. “Leo feels dejected and is disappointed, then it’s full steam ahead to get back at everyone who Leo feels is responsible.” And nothing is going to stop Leo from doing just that, at least not Craig who departs Salem for other opportunities. For a sneak peek at what’s about to go down, check out this week’s trailer below. Note: The post Kevin Spirtas Concludes Current Run as Craig Wesley on ‘Days of our Lives’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Based on the above it's not the media, it's the show itself. Note Herring's comments and what the co-head writers said.

It’s been nearly four months since the “UEFA Champions League” soccer games began with West Coast preemptions impacting “The Young and the Restless,” “The Bold and the Beautiful” and “Let’s Make a Deal” (on stations it regularly airs after “The Talk”), and on Wednesday, May 4, the second leg of the semifinals with a match between Real Madrid and Manchester City will do it again. More recently, the CBS shows were interrupted on the West Coast on Tuesday, April 26 and Wednesday, April 27. As has been the case since we first started reporting on the preemptions in February, the May 4 game will begin at 3:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. PT on CBS and via streaming service Paramount+ with a pre-game show titled “UEFA Champions League Today” airing at 2:00 p.m. ET in place of “The Talk” which will be fully preempted by the network. Only “The Price is Right” will air uninterrupted. Viewers living in markets impacted by the preemptions can keep up with the latest episodes which will be made available on the CBS App, CBS.com, and Paramount+, or check local listings for overnight airings. Note: The Tuesday, May 3 game between Villarreal and Liverpool was originally set to air on CBS but will now air exclusively on Paramount+. Thus far, every game aired on CBS since February has amassed less than a million viewers per day, a far cry from the average watching CBS’ regularly scheduled programming. “UEFA Champions League” is an annual competition organized by the Union of European Football Associations as the remaining top 16 clubs in the European tournament each vie for the Coupe des Clubs Champions Européens (aka European Cup) trophy. Note: The post ‘UEFA Champions League’ Semifinals to Preempt CBS Shows on the West Coast Only on Wednesday, May 4 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Maurice Benard on Hofer:

After a lengthy absence, actor Michael E. Knight will be back in Port Charles during the week of May 2, 2022 as Martin Grey, brother of Laura Collins (Genia Francis) and the love interest of Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring). Upon his return, Martin and Lucy are forced to defend their relationship to Valentin Cassadine (James Patrick Stuart), more specifically Martin must decide between his friendship with a Cassadine or his growing romance with the Deception powerhouse. The show’s co-head writers Dan O’Connor and Chris Van Etten, and Herring teased the plot in the current issue of Soap Opera Digest, on newsstands now. “Martin returns to Port Charles, and he must finally choose between his friendship with Valentin and his budding relationship with Lucy,” says O’Connor. “Or you could say, choose between love and money!” commented Van Etten. Meanwhile, Herring reveals how she found out Knight would be back on the canvas. “I said to Frank [Valentini, executive producer], ‘Where’s Martin?’ And he told me, ‘Oh, I think you’re gonna like it! His first show back, you throw your dress on his head!’ I said, ‘Okay! This is good!’” Storyline-wise, however, Herring shares, “I think she [Lucy] needs to know if he’ll choose being with her over being Valentin’s lawyer.” Regardless of the outcome, Herring has been enjoying her time working alongside Knight, telling Digest, “He is such a joy to work with,” and noted, “We bring so much history and I think we’re always winking at the audience – without even meaning to.” Look for Knight beginning Tuesday, May 3. Note: The post Michael E. Knight Back to ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Hunter King (“The Young and the Restless”) will make her Hallmark Channel debut in “Hidden Gems,” part of the network’s upcoming “Summer Nights” programming slate. King plays Addie, a young woman who loses her grandmother’s ring in the waters of Hawaii just as she’s preparing for her sister’s wedding. Beau Mirchoff (“Good Trouble,” “Awkward”) will play Jack, a diving instructor Addie hires to find her lost treasure. Courtesy of Hallmark Channel According to a synopsis for the TV movie, Addie and Jack clash when she insists she joins Jack in his pursuit. After going back and forth on the whys and the why not’s, eventually, the two come to an agreement and Jack takes on the role of Addie’s tour guide of the island’s hidden gems. The movie premieres Saturday, June 4 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on Hallmark Channel. Months after opting to exit her Daytime Emmy Award-winning role as Summer Newman on “Y&R,” the series recently announced they have recast the role with newcomer Allison Lanier who makes her debut in late May. Meanwhile, earlier this year, King filmed the upcoming thriller “Give Me Your Eyes” (working title), playing Jael Jones. Set for release later this year, the movie is about a woman (King) who volunteers for a video chat app that connects sighted individuals with visually impaired users. Her good service becomes a nightmare when Alejandra (Elyfer Torres), a mysterious, young blind woman, wakes her with a chilling late-night call: “There’s somebody in my house, I need your help.” In an isolated location where the police are not an option, Jael must remotely guide Alejandra as she flees a pair of hooded assassins … while unraveling the secrets of Alejandra’s dark past and increasingly violent nature. King’s additional credits include the CBS sitcom “Life in Pieces” and Nick at Nite’s teen soap “Hollywood Heights,” created by “The Young and the Restless” head writer and co-executive producer Josh Griffith. She also appeared in episodes of “Hannah Montana,” “ER,” “Dexter” and “Without a Trace,” among others. Note: The post Beau Mirchoff and Hunter King Star in ‘Hidden Gems’, Part of Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” Programming Block appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Actor/model Evan Hofer has been cast as Dex on ABC’s “General Hospital.” The character will first appear in the Friday, May 6 episode when he lobbies Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) for a job. This marks Hofer’s first time working on a daytime drama series. “So excited for Dex’s journey to begin,” said Hofer on Instagram. Prior to joining “GH,” Hofer made his television acting debut in the 2010 movie “Everday Kid.” One year later, he began his run as Randy in the Disney XD original series “Kickin’ It.” Additional TV credits include appearances in episodes of “Modern Family,” “The Haunted Hathaways” and “Lethal Weapon,” among others. In 2018, Hofer co-starred in the film “Run the Race” which followed two brothers in a small Southern town facing escalating problems with two different world views, straining – but ultimately strengthening – the bonds of brotherhood. The movie also starred Tanner Stine, Frances Fisher, Kristoffer Polaha, Mario Van Peebles and Mykelti Williamson, among others. From 2019-2021, he starred in the BYUtv series “Dwight in Shining Armor,” a modern take on what would happen if the middle ages came to middle America. Hofer played the role of Chlodwig, whose job is to train Dwight (Sloane Morgan Siegel) in knighthood. Note: The post Evan Hofer Joins ABC’s ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

While he’s best known for his portrayal as Jason Morgan on “General Hospital,” Daytime Emmy Award winner Steve Burton actually made his daytime debut as Harris Michaels on “Days of our Lives” in 1988, and that’s who he’ll be playing when he appears in “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem” (Chapter 2). In an interview with SoapHub, the actor told the publication, “Joining ‘Beyond Salem’ — the limited digital series for the peacock — has been a lot of fun and very nostalgic.” He added, “I started my daytime career on ‘Days of our Lives’ in 1988 while on a hiatus from the sitcom I was doing called ‘Out of This World’ when I was a senior in high school. It’s been really cool to reprise the character I started with, Harris Michaels. “Daytime is a small world, so I knew a lot of the cast and crew already and met some new peeps,” Burton continued. “Everyone has been so welcoming, and I am always grateful for new opportunities. Looking forward to the finished product. Stay tuned.” In November 2021, Burton exited his role as Jason Morgan on “GH” after he was let go from the soap which had implemented a vaccine mandate. “I did apply for my medical and religious exemptions and both of those were denied, which, you know, hurts. But this is also about personal freedom to me,” said the actor at the time. “I don’t think anybody should lose their livelihood over this, but with that being said, you know me, I’ll always be grateful for my time at ‘General Hospital.’ I love it there. I grew up there. I grew up with some of you, so, I’ll always be grateful.” The ABC drama series remains the only daytime drama to officially have a vaccine mandate for its cast and crew. In addition to “DAYS” and “GH,” Burton has also starred in “General Hospital: Night Shift” and “The Young and the Restless.” He’s voiced numerous characters for video games, including the “Final Fantasy” and “Kingdom Hearts” series. He played Captain Russell Keys in the TV mini-series “Taken” in 2002 and played Captain Peretz in the film “The Last Castle” alongside stars Robert Redford and James Gandolfini. Mark Ruffalo also appeared in the film which was directed by Rod Lurie. In “Out of This World,” Burton played Chris Fuller the on-again and off-again love interest of Evie Ethel Garland (Maureen Flannigan). On “Beyond Salem,” Burton joins a cast that includes returning veterans Kristian Alfonso and Peter Reckell, reprising their roles as Hope Williams Brady and Bo Brady, respectively. Also starring in the series are Deidre Hall as Dr. Marlena Evans, Drake Hogestyn as John Black, Stephen Nichols as Steve “Patch” Johnson, Mary Beth Evans as Kayla Brady Johnson, Lucas Adams as Tripp Johnson, Camila Banus as Gabi Hernandez, Victoria Konefal as Ciara Brady, Robert Scott Wilson as Ben Weston, and Remington Hoffman as Li Shin. Additional casting announcements will be made in the coming weeks and months ahead of the season premiere in July on Peacock. In Chapter 2, fans can look forward to an epic, action-packed tale that spans the entire globe, from Monte Carlo to Hong Kong with beloved characters from “Days of our Lives” once again going “Beyond Salem” as they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime! Over the course of five thrilling episodes, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. As they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. It all leads up to larger-than-life romances, jaw-dropping twists, and high-stakes drama – and it all connects back to a memorable plot that originated on “Days of our Lives” long ago. A premium subscription for Peacock will be required to watch the all-new season. A paid subscription starts at $4.99 a month (with ads) or $9.99 a month (without ads*). The higher tier requires some advertising for select programming and the ability to watch select titles offline with download capability. For more information on how to stream the series, or to register/subscribe, visit PeacockTV.com. Check out an episode of “Out of This World” below. Note: The post Find Out Who Steve Burton Will Be Playing on ‘Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Brazilian-born actress Jossara Jinaro who portrayed the recurring role of Rae Thomas on the NBC daytime drama series “Passions” over several episodes from 2002-2007, and appeared as Rosa in a 2006 episode of “The Young and the Restless,” has died. She was just 48 years old. In a post on Jinaro’s official Facebook page, her husband, Matt Bogado, stated that Jinaro passed on April 27 after battling cancer. “With great sorrow, I announce the passing of my wife, Jossara Jinaro on this date, April 27, 2022. Jossara bravely fought cancer and came home to be surrounded by family,” said Bogado in the post. “Jossara was an amazing wife, mother, artist, and friend. She had the most beautiful, kind soul and wouldn’t take no for an answer. Even in her last moments, she was still fighting. She is now resting in peace and will be remembered forever. Myself, Liam, and Emrys will miss her so deeply, although we know she is in our hearts and guiding us every step of the way.” The post included a picture of Jinaro and Bogado with their two children. A public memorial service for Jinaro is expected to take place in the Bay Area at a date to be determined, Bogado shared. On “Passions,” Rae was the “strong and sexy” club owner who was involved with Simone Russell (played by Cathy Jenéen Doe), the younger daughter of Eve and T.C. Russell. Their storyline received a GLAAD nomination in 2006. Sadly, the relationship didn’t last as Rae was murdered in February 2007 before she could reveal what she knew about Luis Lopez-Fitzgerald (Galen Gering) being framed for raping Fancy Crane. The blackmailer and Rae’s murderer turned out to be Vincent Clarkson, the alter ego of Valerie Davis. Jossara Jinaro, Cathy Jenéen Doe (“Passions”) Photo by John Paschal/JPI Studios Outside of daytime, Jinaro had roles on such shows as “Without a Trace,” “Judging Amy,” “ER,” “Southland,” “The Closer” and “East Los High,” among others. She was also a voice actress with credits that included “Cars 2: The Video Game,” and the films “Puss in Boots” and “The Interpreter.” Jinaro most recently appeared in an episode of “Animal Kingdom” and starred in the web series “I Am Thee…” According to her IMDb page, her final credited role is as Marina del Rey in the film “10 Tricks,” co-starring alongside Lea Thompson, Sam Hennings, Raymond Cruz and Richard Gleason. Watch a clip from Jinaro’s time on “Passions” below. Note: The post R.I.P. Jossara Jinaro – ‘Passions’ Actress Dead at 48 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

With just three seasons under its belt, “Batwoman” has been canceled by The CW. Reportedly, this marks the first time in at least 12 seasons that a CW series has had its run cut short after thee years on the air. The last series to do so was the first iteration of “The Game.” Showrunner Caroline Dries made the announcement on Twitter earlier today, tweeting, “I am bummed, but full of gratitude.” With Live+7 figures factored in, “Batwoman” was averaging just over 750,000 viewers per episode and was doing a mere 0.2 rating in Adults 18-49, the key sales demos used to set ad rates for primetime television. Overall, the show was down 20% from its second season in Total Viewers and ranked 13th out of the 19 dramas aired on the network this season. “Just got the sad news that #Batwoman will not be seeing an S4. I am bummed, but full of gratitude. What an honor to make 51 episodes. So many inspiring, brilliant people contributed to this series. Thank you producers, cast and crew. Thank you, fans! We love you,” read Dries’ full message. Note: The post ‘Batwoman’ Canceled by The CW After Three Seasons appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

James Corden made it official on the Thursday, April 28 broadcast of “The Late Late Show with James Corden” when the actor and comedian addressed the news of his departure from the venerable late night series he began hosting on March 23, 2015. He replaced Craig Ferguson who hosted the series from 2005-2014. In his monologue, he said, “I have some news of my own to share with you. Seven and a half years ago, I started hosting this show. And there is no other way to put it, it has changed my life. I love it. I love all the people that work here. I am so proud of what we’ve achieved. It’s been beyond my wildest, wildest dreams. So, I’m happy to announce today that I’ve signed a new contract, to carry on hosting “The Late Late Show.” The audience cheered with excitement only for Corden to then drop the news that he agreed only to a one-year extension which will be his last as the show’s host. “This will be my last year hosting the show,” said Corden, holding back tears. “When I started this journey, it was always going to be just that. It was going to be a journey, an adventure. I never saw it as my final destination, you know? And I never want this show to overstay its welcome in any way. I always want to love making it. And I really think in a year from now that will be a good time to move on and see what else might be out there. Okay? “But I’ve got to tell you, we are not leaving today. We still have a year to go and we are all determined to make this the best year we have ever had making this show. We are going to go out with a bang. There is going to be Carpools and Crosswalks, and sketches, and other surprises. And there will be tears. There will be so many tears. ‘Cause this has been the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make, it really has. I’ve never taken this job for granted. Ever. Not once. And… the fact that you watch us at home. Or you watch us online. Wherever you are, all over the world. The fact that we get to try and entertain you and spend time with you is an absolute privilege for me and every single person who makes this show. Here’s to the next 12 months and it’s going to be a blast, I promise you that.” Watch Corden’s comments and hear how the audience reacted below. Note: The post James Corden Addresses Exit from ‘The Late Late Show’: “I Never Saw it as My Final Destination” appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Paraphrasing is fine. Scans of the magazine (other than the cover) or word for word write ups are not allowed.

Steve Burton (ex-Jason Morgan, “General Hospital”) has been cast on “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem,” the streaming series spinoff of “Days of our Lives.” The Peacock original series returns with five all-new episodes, the first of which premieres Monday, July 11, 2022 on the streaming platform with subsequent episodes dropping daily from July 11-15, 2022. While character details are being kept under wraps at this time, a Peacock representative confirmed to Soap Opera Network that Burton will be part of the second season of the Peacock original series, officially titled “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem” Chapter 2. Burton previously portrayed the role of Harris Michaels on “DAYS” in 1988. Burton joins a cast that includes the returns of Kristian Alfonso and Peter Reckell, reprising their roles as Hope Williams Brady and Bo Brady, respectively. Also starring in the series are Deidre Hall as Dr. Marlena Evans, Drake Hogestyn as John Black, Stephen Nichols as Steve “Patch” Johnson, Mary Beth Evans as Kayla Brady Johnson, Lucas Adams as Tripp Johnson, Camila Banus as Gabi Hernandez, Victoria Konefal as Ciara Brady, Robert Scott Wilson as Ben Weston, and Remington Hoffman as Li Shin. Additional casting announcements will be made in the coming weeks and months before the series premieres on Peacock. In Chapter 2, fans can look forward to an epic, action-packed tale that spans the entire globe, from Monte Carlo to Hong Kong with beloved characters from “Days of our Lives” once again going “Beyond Salem” as they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime! Over the course of five thrilling episodes, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. As they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. It all leads up to larger-than-life romances, jaw-dropping twists, and high-stakes drama – and it all connects back to a memorable plot that originated on “Days of our Lives” long ago. A premium subscription for Peacock will be required to watch the all-new season. A paid subscription starts at $4.99 a month (with ads) or $9.99 a month (without ads*). The higher tier requires some advertising for select programming and the ability to watch select titles offline with download capability. For more information on how to stream the series, or to register/subscribe, visit PeacockTV.com. Note: The post Steve Burton Joins ‘Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

More than a month since alerting fans that she would be having back surgery which would require ample recovery time, “General Hospital” star Nancy Lee Grahn recently announced that she’s taping again at the daytime drama series. During her absence, the role of Alexis Davis was temporarily recast with actress Stephanie Erb whose scenes began airing earlier this week. “It was, I think, the longest I have been off of work since I’ve worked on daytime,” Grahn said in an Instagram video she shared yesterday. “What is also crazy is, when I was a young gal, I had a huge crush on ‘Trapper John, M.D.,’ and today, I had all my scenes with him and it was really fun,” added Grahn, seemingly referring to co-star Gregory Harrison who plays Gregory Chase on “GH.” In the primetime series which ran from 1979-1986 on CBS and was a spinoff of “M*A*S*H*,” Harrison played Dr. George Alonzo ‘Gonzo’ Gates. Commenting on Erb taking over the role of Alexis Davis in her absence, Grahn said, “Thank you Stephanie Erb very much for filling in for me. It’s much appreciated. I didn’t get to meet you, but I hope I do one day soon.” Grahn will likely appear back on screen at some point in late May based on the show’s current tape-to-air schedule. Check out Grahn’s Instagram post below. Note: The post Nancy Lee Grahn Back to ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem” will require a premium subscription to Peacock when the series returns for its second chapter in July, Soap Opera Network can confirm. This follows a decision in December 2021 by the streaming platform to require a premium subscription plan in order to view “Days of our Lives: A Very Salem Christmas,” the first-ever original Christmas movie featuring cast members from “Days of our Lives.” At launch, the first chapter of “Beyond Salem” was available for free. Currently, only the first episode can be viewed without a paid subscription while the remaining four episodes require an upgrade. With both Kristian Alfonso and Peter Reckell reprising their roles as Hope Williams Brady and Bo Brady, respectively, the second chapter hits Peacock with five all-new episodes releasing daily from Monday, July 11 through Friday, July 15. The next chapter is being billed as an epic, action-packed tale that spans the entire globe, from Monte Carlo to Hong Kong with beloved characters from “Days of our Lives” once again going “Beyond Salem” as they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime! Over the course of five thrilling episodes, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. As they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. It all leads up to larger-than-life romances, jaw-dropping twists, and high-stakes drama – and it all connects back to a memorable plot that originated on “Days of our Lives” long ago. During Q1, the service gained an additional four million paid subscribers thanks to the availability of both the Super Bowl and the Olympics for an overall paid subscriber base of 13 million. In total, the service has 28 million active monthly subscribers. In discussing the streaming service’s success, NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell said, “The noise in the rest of the streaming business just validates where we’re going,” referring to recent woes plaguing Netflix, among other streamers. “We’ve said from the beginning when we launched Peacock that we’re taking a different approach from other people in the streaming business. We don’t view Peacock as a separate and distinct business. We think of it as an extension of our existing TV business. And we manage it that way, that’s how we set up our business. That’s how we program it, that’s how we sell advertising across both linear and Peacock. I think that that strategy is working.” A premium subscription for Peacock costs $4.99 a month (with ads) or $9.99 a month (without ads*). The higher tier requires some advertising for select programming and the ability to watch select titles offline with download capability. For more information on how to stream the series, or to register/subscribe, visit PeacockTV.com. Note: The post Chapter 2 of ‘Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem’ Will Require Peacock Premium Plan – No Free Option appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The complete first season of “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem” will be available on DVD beginning Friday, April 29 courtesy of Australian distributor Via Vision Entertainment. International fans are currently able to purchase their own NTSC/0 formatted copy of the five-episode limited series on Amazon at a cost of $29.99 or directly via the distributor’s website. Click here to purchase on Amazon or click here to order directly through Via Vision. Those with an Amazon Prime subscription should receive their own copy of the DVD within two business days once shipped. Otherwise, the complete first season can still be watched on Peacock, the official streaming home of both “Days of our Lives” and “Days of our Lives Beyond Salem” in the United States. While the entire first season was initially released for free when it premiered on the service in September 2021, currently only the first episode is free to view. The four remaining episodes now require a premium subscription which starts at $4.99 per month (with ads) or $9.99 per month (without ads*). For more information on how to stream the series, or to register/subscribe, visit PeacockTV.com. Recently renewed for a second season, Chapter One of “Beyond Salem” followed characters from the fictitious town of Salem USA as they traveled to different parts of the globe in search of the stolen Peacock jewels, which, in the wrong hands, could cause dire consequences for Salem itself. Watch as ISA agent Reed (Lisa Rinna) seeks to track down who is behind the caper while enjoying all the romance, action, drama, and surprises that only “Days of our Lives” can deliver. Overall, fans will spend nearly five thrilling hours with their favorite Salem super couples and reconnect with many familiar faces along the way. Ken Corday will executive produce with Albert Alarr serving as co-executive producer. Ron Carlivati is the head writer. Both “Days of our Lives” and “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem” are a production of Corday Productions in association with Sony Pictures Television. The DVD release is rated PG for mild themes, violence, sexual references and coarse language, according to the Australian classification system. Watch the series trailer below. Note: The post ‘Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem’ Gets DVD Release appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More