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With Friday's episode featuring Don Johnson from ABC's "Doctor Odyssey," I would expect the episodes to be brand new since the episodes are being promoted as originating from Greater Palm Springs.

After teasing some big news to come with a series of behind the scenes clips featuring Lynn Herring as her character, Lucy Coe, ABC’s “General Hospital” announced on Tuesday that it will be holding its annual Nurses Ball event beginning Tuesday, May 20. “Dress to impress, as they say, and prepare for a week of excitement, drama, and a whole lot of costume changes,” read a message posted to the show’s social media channels, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, among others. “Lucy Coe cordially invites you to attend the 2025 General Hospital Nurses Ball,” read the official invitation, noting the event features a “charitable night of singing, dancing, and so much more.” “General Hospital” ABC “Guess what? You’re going to love something old, something new, a big surprise for you. I just made a poem,” noted Herring, appearing in a promo announcing the 2025 Nurses Ball. “The Nurses Ball is back. Come play with us, come watch us, come enjoy… just be with us. Celebrate everything General Hospital Nurses Ball 2025.” Herring’s Lucy Coe has hosted the Nurses Ball ever since it was conceived in 1994 under then-executive producer Wendy Riche. The event was held every year until 2001, only to return in 2013 under current executive producer Frank Valentini, who has kept the tradition alive continuously ever since except in 2024, when the Nurses Ball did not take place for unknown reasons. Check out the promo below. You can check out a clip leading up to the big announcement below, posted Monday, and featuring a dance between Herring and cast member Carlo Rota (Jenz Sidwell). Note: The post ‘General Hospital’ Sets Return For Annual Nurses Ball, Event Airs In May On ABC appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“General Hospital,” the longest-running scripted television drama and the longest-running American soap opera still in production, is celebrating its 62nd anniversary today, April 1, and no, it’s not an April Fool’s Day joke. Created by Frank and Doris Hursley, the series depicts passion, intrigue and adventure as it follows the ongoing lives of the diverse and evolving citizens of the fictional town of Port Charles, set in upstate New York. The glamour and excitement of those who have come to find their destinies in the familiar seaport town intertwine with the lives, loves and fortunes of beloved, well-known faces. Since its debut in 1963, the soap opera has been the recipient of a record 17 Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Series, having won for the fourth consecutive year in 2024. The show aired its 15,000th episode on June 22, 2022. Led by executive producer Frank Valentini since early 2012 and head writers Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten since August 2024, “General Hospital” continues the tradition of telling contemporary, issue-based storylines while returning its roots with a focus on the fictional General Hospital location, including the recent dedication of the Dr. Monica Quartermaine Cardiac Care Center, which also honors the late actress Leslie Charleson who had played the character since 1977. Charleson made her final appearance on the soap in December 2023. The beloved Charleson died in January following a long illness. She was 79 years old. A snippet posted by the X (formerly Twitter) channel RetroNewsNow from an issue of TV Guide ahead of the show’s premiere highlighted as follows: Check out a clip from the show’s debut season below. “General Hospital” is recorded at the Prospect Studios in Hollywood, CA. The show is a production of American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. Note: The post ‘General Hospital’ Celebrates 62nd Year On Television appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

I believe Sheila Ducksworth said in a conversation at the Paley Center event that there is something big happening at the end of April, which would align with "May Sweeps," even though that doesn't really exist anymore except maybe for local stations. I expect Michele Val Jean, with the support of Guza, will deliver their first big sweeps event since the few days they had in February were primarily used to establish the show and its characters.

On Instagram, “Days of our Lives” star Tamara Braun announced that she has exited the role of Ava Vitali, with her last airdate set for Thursday, April 3. The news surprised fans, particularly as she posted the update on April 1, better known as April Fool’s Day, a tradition in which untrue information is spread among individuals. Despite the unusual timing, Braun noted she wasn’t joking in revealing her departure from the daytime drama series. “I wish this was an April Fool’s Joke but it’s not. This is Ava’s last week on ‘DAYS,’” wrote Braun in the caption of her post, which included a compilation video of her and her co-stars over the years. “Last couple of days really. Sad but true. I’ve been gone since late July of last year but you can still catch Ava on your screens until April 3rd!” As noted by Braun, she taped her final episodes in July of 2024, which aligns with the soap’s nine month tape-to-air schedule. “I miss being with my ‘DAYS’ pals. They are a really good group of caring individuals and being with them was a joy,” Braun continued. “Thanks for all the #love #kindness and #support during Ava’s latest Salem stint.” While storyline details surrounding Braun’s exit were unavailable at press time, it’s noteworthy that the actress revealed her final airdate as April 3, considering the episode airing that day will see EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) shot by a mystery shooter. While EJ is expected to survive, a story arc will kick off with Salem questioning who had done the deed and why. Could Ava be the one who shoots EJ and later skips town? You’ll just have to tune in to find out! In response to Braun’s Instagram post, several of her now former castmates wished her the best, including Stacy Haiduk (Kristen), Emily O’Brien (Theresa/Gwen), Paul Telfer (Xander), Tina Huang (Melinda), Linsey Godfrey (Sarah), Eric Martsolf (Brady), Dan Feuerriegel, Galen Gering (Rafe), Kennedy Garcia (Felicity), Lucas Adams (ex-Tripp), Kate Mansi (ex-Abby; now Kristina Davis on “General Hospital”), Mike Manning (ex-Charlie; now Smitty on “Beyond the Gates”) and Robert Scott Wilson (Alex), among others. “You were and are a beautiful light on and off the show. That wont change,” said Manning. “I adore you in every way possible. I’m so grateful to have you in my life. Let’s have another 3hr coffee soon!” commented Godfrey. “You truly are such a wonderful human being. Im deeply appreciative to have gotten to know you and your creative spirit and kind heart,” shared Huang. “We love you and need Tam & Ava back!” responded O’Brien. “Love you my partner in crime! Love working with you! Simply the Best!!!!” noted Haiduk. Braun made her daytime debut in 2001, taking over the role of Carly Corinthos on “General Hospital” following the exit of Sarah Joy Brown, who originated the role. She later returned to daytime in 2007, playing Ava Vitali on “Days of our Lives” before moving on to take on the role of Reese Williams on “All My Children” that same year. She returned to “Days of our Lives” in 2011, this time playing a recast Taylor Walker, Nicole’s younger sister. After a brief run as Taylor, Braun exited the soap only to return for another stint as Ava from 2015-2016. By 2017, she returned to “General Hospital” to take on the newly created role of Kim Nero. After departing Port Charles in 2019, Braun won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal in 2020. She previously won in the same category for her portrayal of Ava on “Days of our Lives” in 2009. Check out Braun’s Instagram post below. Note: The post Tamara Braun Announces Exit From ‘Days of our Lives,’ Reveals Final Airdate As Ava Vitali appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The Young and the Restless April 2025 Spoiler Thread

General Hospital April 2025 Spoiler Thread

Days of our Lives April 2025 Spoilers

The Bold and the Beautiful April 2025 Spoiler Thread

Beyond the Gates April Spoiler Thread

Beyond the Gates airs at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT. No CBS affiliate is known to be airing the show out of its designated time slot.

Demos are all that matter, and the show is performing much better than The Talk after just four weeks on the air. It has time to grow. The Talk also lost lots of viewers following The Bold and the Beautiful and it aired for 15 seasons.

Although only three original episodes aired during the week of March 17-21, 2025, due to CBS’ annual coverage of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21, the network’s scripted lineup consisting of “The Young and the Restless,” “The Bold and the Beautiful” and “Beyond the Gates” were up week-to-week and compared to the same week last year among Women 18-49, Women 25-54, and for the most part, Households and Total Viewers. For the week, “The Young and the Restless” (3.058 million) grew +0.02 week-to-week among Women 18-49 (0.31 rating vs. 0.29 rating) and +0.04 among Women 25-54 (0.52 rating vs. 0.48 rating). Compared to the same week last year, daytime’s most watched and highest rated drama series was up +0.05 among Women 18-49 (0.31 rating vs. 0.26 rating) and up +0.09 among Women 25-54 (0.52 rating vs. 0.43 rating), with the show tying for its second best performance of the season in both demographics. “The Bold and the Beautiful” (2.601 million) also saw big gains compared to its week ago perforamnce, up an even better +0.03 among Women 18-49 (0.28 rating vs. 0.25 rating) and +0.08 among Women 25-54 (0.47 rating vs. 0.39 rating) with the soap tying for its second best performance of the season among Women 18-49 (0.28 rating), and tying its best performance of the season among Women 25-54 (0.47 rating). The soap was also up year-to-year, gaining +0.06 among Women 18-49 (0.28 rating vs. 0.22 rating) and up +0.09 among Women 25-54 (0.47 rating vs. 0.38 rating). Keeping the momentum going, in its fourth week on the air, “Beyond the Gates” (1.685 million) was up +0.02 week-to-week among Women 18-49 (0.22 rating vs. 0.20 rating) and +0.03 among Women 25-54 (0.36 rating vs 0.33 rating), and continues to top time slot competitor “General Hospital” (1.925 million) in both demographics. The new show’s viewership advantage over year ago time slot holder “The Talk” (1.230 million) was up +455,000, and its demo gains were +0.06 among Women 18-49 (0.22 rating vs. 0.16 rating) and +0.10 among Women 25-54 (0.36 rating vs. 0.26 rating). “General Hospital” was up week-to-week among Women 18-49 (0.21 rating vs. 0.20 rating), but was flat among Women 25-54 (0.31 rating). Compared to the same week last year, the series was up +0.01 (0.21 rating vs. 0.20 rating) but was down -0.06 among Women 25-54 (0.31 rating vs. 0.37 rating). The second half hours of both “The Price is Right” (4.190 million) and “Let’s Make Deal” (2.274 million) saw week-to-week and year-to-year declines among both Women 18-49 and Women 25-54, with the former being impacted by reruns on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21, which were factored into the show’s weekly average. “GMA3: What You Need to Know” (1.364 million) and “NBC News Daily” (1.083 million) hit or tied their season low among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54, with both shows continuing to remain at the bottom in the key demos, with a rapidly declining “TODAY with Jenna & Friends” (1.229 million) joining them among Households and Total Viewers. “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna” was up or flat week-to-week and year-to-year among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54, proving the show is more of a demo hit than a viewership one. Wrap-Up What follows is a breakdown of how the daytime broadcast shows performed during the week of March 17-21, 2025 among Women 18-49 rating, Women 25-54 rating, Households and Total Viewers, including a look at their week-to-week and year-to-year performance. Note*: Households and Total Viewers for the week of March 10-14, 2025 were not available at press time. The year ago performance for “Beyond the Gates” is compared to “The Talk.” Ditto for “Today with Jenna & Friends,” which is compared to “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna.” A closer look at how the daytime soaps performed, specifically their daily performance breakdown in the demos, will be posted shortly. Week of March 17-21, 2025 Rankers Women 18-49 Rating Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20241. The Price Is Right 2 (CBS)0.370.390.382. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.330.270.283. The Price Is Right 1 (CBS)0.320.330.364. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.310.290.265. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.280.250.226. The View (ABC)0.240.230.187. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.230.260.29— Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.230.220.259. TODAY with Jenna & Friends (NBC)0.230.210.22*10. Beyond the Gates (CBS)0.220.200.16*11. General Hospital (ABC)0.210.200.2012. NBC News Daily (NBC)0.130.150.14— GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.130.140.11Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) – March 17-21, 2025 Women 25-54 Rating Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20241. The Price Is Right 2 (CBS)0.570.570.542. The Price Is Right 1 (CBS)0.520.490.52— The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.520.480.434. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.470.420.44— The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.470.390.386. Beyond the Gates (CBS)0.360.330.26*7. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.350.370.428. TODAY with Jenna & Friends (NBC)0.340.330.34*9. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.330.310.3710. The View (ABC)0.320.310.3111. General Hospital (ABC)0.310.310.3712. NBC News Daily (NBC)0.210.240.2313. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.190.200.20Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) – March 17-21, 2025 Households Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20241. The Price Is Right 2 (CBS)2.6N/A*2.72. The Price Is Right 1 (CBS)2.2N/A*2.33. The Young and the Restless (CBS)2.0N/A*2.14. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)1.7N/A*1.8— The View (ABC)1.71.61.66. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)1.4N/A*1.57. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)1.3N/A*1.38. General Hospital (ABC)1.2N/A*1.39. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)1.21.11.310. Beyond the Gates (CBS)1.1N/A*0.8*11. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.9N/A*0.912. TODAY with Jenna & Friends (NBC)0.80.80.9*13. NBC News Daily (NBC)0.70.70.8Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) – March 17-21, 2025 Total Viewers (In Millions) Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20241. The Price Is Right 2 (CBS)4,190N/A*4,2532. The Price Is Right 1 (CBS)3,676N/A*3,7103. The Young and the Restless (CBS)3,058N/A*3,0184. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)2,601N/A*2,5605. The View (ABC)2,5002,4242,3606. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)2,274N/A*2,3597. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)2,021N/A*2,0518. General Hospital (ABC)1,925N/A*2,0209. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)1,8591,7911,93410. Beyond the Gates (CBS)1,685N/A*1,230*11. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)1,3641,3301,40612. TODAY with Jenna & Friends (NBC)1,2291,2481,401*13. NBC News Daily (NBC)1,0831,1381,218Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) – March 17-21, 2025 The numbers above are calculated using Live+Same Day viewing and DVR playback, defined as 3:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m., and are courtesy of Nielsen. Beginning August 31, 2020, national ratings include Out of Home (OOH) viewing. Previously, ratings did not include OOH viewing. Averages are based on regular telecasts. LEGEND P = PremiereR = RepeatS = SpecialNR = Not Rated / Not RankedN/A = Not Available* denotes further information Summary (Preemptions/Schedule Changes)* “Beyond the Gates” was preempted on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21 due to CBS’ annual sports coverage of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness. “The Bold and the Beautiful” was preempted on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21 due to CBS’ annual sports coverage of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness. “Let’s Make a Deal” was preempted on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21 due to CBS’ annual sports coverage of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness. “The Price is Right aired reruns on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21 which were factored into the show’s weekly and season average. “The Young and the Restless” was preempted on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21 due to CBS’ annual sports coverage of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness. Note: The post Despite NCAA Preemptions, CBS Soaps See Growth Week-To-Week & Year-To-Year Among Key Demos & Total Viewers appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

On Monday, March 31, talk show host Tamron Hall will celebrate 1,000 episodes of her daytime talk show, “Tamron Hall,” featuring celebrity guests, including “Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts. In the episode, the show presents a magical giveaway to a 13-year-old whose neighborhood lemonade stand raised over $200,000 to support other kids. Meanwhile, beauty entrepreneur Shontay Lundy, creator of “Black Girl Sunscreen,” stops by. Later, Tamron receives a special surprise from her alma mater, Temple University. “Everything, even the hard parts, I love,” said Hall in a recent interview with ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC). “What’s so great about hosting a talk show is that I’m able to infuse my journey every day. It’s been great to talk about my son, to talk about my journey,” she noted, adding, “Put the baby to bed, OK, I’ve got the sitter.” “Being the executive producer of the show and creating the show, I have a particular set of skills,” Hall continued. “I had to lean in on those particular skills to present the conversation to our audience, but also down to the flowers and the colors, and the energy of the show. When people turn on the show, I want them to feel like they are just wrapped in this energy.” “You might think that that road has tapped out for you,” Hall shared when asked about not waiting for someone to create the show for her. “There’s always a bridge to extend the journey. You got to find it.” In addition to celebrating a milestone for the talk show, Hall is also promoting her new book, “Harlem Honey,” which she says is a love letter to her son, Moses Greener. “So often in our world, we talk about big emotions and big feelings, but I wanted to expand the conversation about fear because we can so easily assign a negative to a child being shy,” shares Hall. “Instead, this book talks about how you use curiosity to understand that on the other side of fear, there’s fun. So Moses, the character here, goes out on a journey in Harlem, hitting up some of the hot spots, the Apollo, Sylvia, Studio Museum, but in the process, he talks about what it means to face fears using curiosity.” Appearing on the “I Choose Me with Jennie Garth” podcast, Hall talked about having a Black Brady Bunch, plus she opened up about the death of her sister, Renate Kimberly Newton, from her stepfather’s side of the family, detailing the incident that led to her not speaking with her sister for several months, and the moment her mother called to tell her that her sister had passed, and how it was not an accident. Throughout the discussion, Hall opens up about the unsolved murder and how her family is now committed to helping other families. Separately, Hall addresses how she once agreed to executive produce a show with disgraced Hollywood executive Harvey Weinstein and how she noticed he was slow on getting her money. Finally, Hall shares how she went through multiple rounds of IVF and endured some hard truths, and how she saw a sign for adoption and felt that was the direction to go before later finding out she was pregnant. Featuring a dynamic mix of live and taped shows, “Tamron Hall” is produced by ABC News and is distributed in national syndication by Disney Entertainment. The show broadcasts from New York City and is executive produced by Tamron Hall and Quiana Burns. Visit the show’s official website for information on getting tickets to future tapings, plus find out where and how to watch in your area. Watch Hall’s full interview with ABC7 Los Angeles below. Listen to the full podcast episode of “I Choose Me with Jennie Garth,” hosted by former “Beverly Hills, 90210” star Jennie Garth, featuring guest Tamron Hall, below. Note: The post Tamron Hall Celebrates 1,000 Episodes Of Daytime Talk Show, Talks New Book & Opens Up About Sister’s Murder appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

This week on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” the daytime talk show hosted by Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos will bid a fond farewell to its studio home of nearly 40 years at 67th St. and Columbus Ave. On Monday, March 31, Jenny Mollen will return to discuss the revival of the cooking show, "Dinner and A Movie," which she hosts with husband Jason Biggs, chef Eric Adjepong will cook with Kelly and Mark, and the Los Lonely Boys will perform. In an episode airing on Tuesday, April 1, the show looks back on the “Live” family’s most memorable moments at its studio home for nearly 40 years before moving into its new digs within Disney’s corporate headquarters located at 7 Hudson Square, plus a surprise guest who has appeared the most times on the show makes their 100th “Live” appearance! Before moving into its new studio next week, the hosts will spend the rest of this week in Greater Palm Springs with celebrity guests, including Sheryl Lee Ralph (“Abbott Elementary”) on Wednesday, April 2. That day’s episode includes Kyle Richards from “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” On Thursday, April 3, real-life married couple Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell will join Kelly and Mark, plus a performance from Neon Trees. The Friday, April 4 episode sees Don Johnson from ABC’s “Doctor Odyssey” joins in the fun, along with comedian Caroline Rhea and a performance by Bishop Briggs. Broadcast from New York City, “Live with Kelly and Mark” is distributed in national syndication by Disney Entertainment and airs weekdays. Check local listings. The show is produced by WABC-TV and executive produced by Michael Gelman and Kelly Ripa. Note: Guest attendance is subject to change. Visit the show’s official website for information on getting tickets, plus find out where and how to watch in your area. Note: The post ‘Live with Kelly and Mark’ Bids Farewell To Studio Home Of Nearly 40 Years, Goes On Location To Greater Palm Springs appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Former “General Hospital” and “NYPD Blue” star Kim Delaney was arrested on Saturday, March 29, alongside her partner, James Morgan, after law enforcement arrived at her Los Angeles home in response to a domestic disturbance call. According to TMZ, which first reported the news, sources told the outlet that things unfolded around 10:00 a.m. local time after officers assessed the situation, which included Delaney and Morgan allegedly getting into a “heated argument that turned physical.” The outlet’s sources also indicated that when paramedics arrived, both Delaney and Morgan had signs of physical injury. “After both were medically cleared, police slapped them with handcuffs and locked them up in jail,” the outlet said. “Kim was charged with felony assault likely to cause great bodily injury. Morgan was charged with misdemeanor domestic violence [DV].” On Sunday, PEOPLE reported that Delaney was charged with assault with a deadly weapon while Morgan was arrested for domestic violence, per a spokesperson for the Marina Del Rey Sherriff’s Station, which the outlet was referred to by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department when reaching out for comment. Morgan and Delaney were still in custody as of March 30, according to the spokesperson cited by PEOPLE. A representative for Delaney did not immediately respond to requests for comment from either outlet at press time. Reportedly, Morgan was arrested about a half an hour before Delaney by the LASD, and his bail was set at $20,000. This isn’t the first time Delaney has had to face the law. In 2002, she was booked on charges of drunken driving in Malibu, and in 2024, she was sued by a motorcyclist for allegedly fleeing the scene of an accident in Los Angeles. Delaney and Morgan are both scheduled for court appearances on Tuesday, April 1. Ironically, Delaney shared a photo of herself and Morgan on Instagram earlier this month, captioning the post, “Pure love.” She included the hashtags “lucky” and “grateful.” In a post from January, she said, “love always wins! Let’s keep this love and kindness with each other through these uncertain times!” Note: The post Soap Alum Kim Delaney Arrested, Charged With Felony Assault; Partner James Morgan Also Arrested, Charged With Domestic Violence appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

ABC’s “General Hospital” will celebrate its 62nd anniversary on Tuesday, April 1, and that day’s episode will honor one of the show’s most iconic characters, Dr. Monica Quartermaine, who had been portrayed by the late Leslie Charleson since 1977. Leslie Charleson Scott Kirkland/ABC While the episode was written before Charleson’s death on January 12, 2025, at the age of 79, the introduction of the Dr. Monica Quartermaine Cardiac Wing will dedicate part of the fictional General Hospital location to her character. “I was thrilled,” said Genie Francis (Laura Collins) in a recent interview published in the latest issue of TV Guide Magazine, discussing her character’s prominent role in the episode. “It’s always nice when they acknowledge the fact I’m sort of an antique here; I’m historical. I like the feeling of that.” While producers had hoped Charleson would have been able to attend the on-air dedication when it was initially conceived, those plans were dashed following her passing. Reportedly, the show is planning to memorialize the character in a future story arc as the show is said to have no plans to recast the role. Genie Francis, Leslie Charleson Todd Wawrychuk/ABC “When I was a kid and she came on, she was always so kind to me,” recalled Francis of paying homage to her late colleague and noting how they both joined the show in the same year. “Most of us have come and gone, me included. Even Tony [Geary, ex-Luke Spencer] came and went. But Leslie was there nonstop. She was a real pillar of this show and of that hospital, which is a lovely thing. I’m glad they did this in her honor. I think it’s beautiful.” The episode’s script is filled with nods to the show’s history and features a moving tribute by Laura. “I take great pride in giving the speeches, because there’s a lot of truth in them and how I feel about this place and how I feel about the people in it,” shared Francis, previewing the episode. Speaking of history, Francis revealed that things haven’t always been happy during her time on the soap as she’s had some highs and lows, both on screen and behind the scenes. “It’s a mixed bag, but rather than having been crushed down by some of the bad parts that happened, I feel that I managed to work through it and stand up on top of it victoriously, and it feels like a win to me,” she says of the experience nearly 50 years since making her debut on the soap. Note: The post The 62nd Anniversary Episode Of ‘General Hospital’ Will Honor Dr. Monica Quartermaine, Played By The Late Leslie Charleson appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

It looks like “The Bold and the Beautiful” will be heading back to Italy for its next big location shoot, according to a recent update shared on Instagram by the show’s supervising producer, Casey Kasprzyk. On Friday, Kasprzyk shared several photos during a scouting trip in Naples, Italy, captioning his post, “Quick trip to Italy this week to scout locations in Naples and Capri,” which included photos of “the best pizza in Napoli.” Joining Kasprzyk for the adventure were Elisa Gastaldello, a business marketing and management communications specialist based out of Milan, Italy; Titti Cinque, a location manager based out of Naples, Italy; and Anthony Ferrari, Vice President of International Operations for “The Bold and the Beautiful.” Sean Smith/CBS “Capri! My favorite!! Have soooo much fun!” commented Jennifer Gareis, who plays Donna Logan on the soap, in response to Kasprzyk’s post. Whether the show chooses Naples or Capri, either location would make it the sixth time that the daytime drama series will have taped episodes on location in Italy, following trips to Lake Como in 1997, Venice in 1999, Portofino in 2002, Puglia in 2012, and, more recently, Rome in 2023. When choosing the Italian capital city, executive producer and head writer Bradley Bell said at the time it was chosen for its “effective romanticism” and to pay homage to the Italian voice actors whose voices are used to dub over the American actors portraying the show’s central characters. No word yet on when the show might formally head to Italy for shooting or which characters/actors would be involved. Check out photos from Kasprzyk’s time in Naples below. Note: The post ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ Scouting Locations In Italy, Including Naples & Capri, For Next On Location Shoot appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Earlier this week, Sony Pictures released a new poster for “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” which stars “General Hospital” alum Nicholas Alexander Chavez (ex-Spencer Cassadine) and sees Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt (“9-1-1”) reprising their roles from the iconic film of the same name which set off the franchise in 1997. Like the first film, the new iteration sees five friends inadvertently cause a deadly car accident. To cover up their involvement, they make a pact to keep it a secret rather than face the consequences. A year later, their past comes back to haunt them, and they’re forced to confront a horrifying truth: Someone knows what they did last summer and is hell-bent on revenge. As one by one the friends are stalked by a killer, they discover this has happened before, and they turn to the two survivors of the legendary Southport Massacre of 1997 for help. Produced by Neal H. Moritz, the film is directed by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson from a story by Leah McKendrick and Jennifer Kaytin Robinson. The screenplay was written by Leah McKendrick, Sam Lansky and Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, the latter of whom serves as an executive producer along with Jackie Shenoo and Karina Rahardja. In addition to Chavez, Prinze Jr. and Hewitt, the film’s cast includes Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Jonah Hauer-King, Tyriq Withers, Sarah Pidgeon, Billy Campbell, Gabbriette Bechtel, Austin Nichols and Lola Tung. Since exiting “General Hospital” in early 2024, Chavez has gone on to make a name for himself in Hollywood, starring in Netflix’s global hit “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” and FX’s “Grotesquerie,” both from Ryan Murphy, creator of the “9-1-1” and “American Horror Story” franchises, among other productions. Chavez is also set to star in the film “The Technique,” working alongside Kelsey Asbille (“Yellowstone”), Emma Roberts (“Scream Queens”), Noomi Rapace (“Prometheus”), Ben Platt (“Dear Evan Hanson,” “The Politician”), and “One Life to Live” alum Laura Harrier (ex-Destiny Evans,”), who also starred in “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” among others. “I Know What You Did Last Summer” is set to release exclusively in theaters on Friday, July 18. This film is not yet rated by the Motion Picture Association (MPA). Check out the new film poster below. “I Know What You Did Last Summer” Columbia Pictures Note: The post ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ Poster Released, Film Stars ‘General Hospital’ Alum Nicholas Alexander Chavez appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Sure. I didn't mention it because it wasn't worth mentioning. As for his DAYS role, it's in the article!

Former “Days of our Lives” actor Mark Valley is starring in the new film from director Luca Elmi called “Hostage,” which wrapped principal photography this week in Kentucky, Deadline reported. Written by Drew Ingram and produced by his Stagmoor Studios, the film also stars William Moseley (“The Chronicles of Narnia” franchise) and follows a charismatic politician’s road to the governor’s office as it takes an unexpected twist when he becomes embroiled in a high-stakes hostage situation that forces him to confront his past and threatens to derail his path to power. Valley will play Jon Lewis, the ruthless campaign manager working for Logan Marshall (Moseley), who is described as a rising political star and the Independent candidate in the upcoming Kentucky gubernatorial election. The kind of politician every voter wants to believe in, a proud Kentuckian, handsome, young, charismatic, and commanding, with a supportive wife and daughter by his side. However, beneath the surface, Logan is a man barely holding it together. While he is polished in public, he’s messy in private and completely unpredictable when pushed. Behind the speeches and the campaign smiles, he constantly flirts with his darker impulses and baser instincts. He is a politician unraveling at the worst possible time. As for Jon, he keeps the wheels turning and isn’t afraid to speak the uncomfortable truth. He is brutally honest, unflappable, and cynical—his goal is to win at all costs, even if it means cutting moral corners. While he serves as Logan’s closest confidant, he is also a constant reminder of the pressures and compromises that come with ambition. Jon’s loyalty is absolute, but his patience wears thin as Logan spirals. A release date for the film has not been announced. Since concluding his run as a recast Jack Deveraux on “Days of our Lives” in 1997, Valley has gone on to star in multiple TV shows, including “Pasadena,” “Keen Eddie,” “Boston Legal,” “Fringe,” “Human Target,” “Harry’s Law,” “Body of Proof,” “Crisis,” “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce,” and more recently “Blood & Treasure,” among others. He’s also appeared in such films as “The Siege,” “The Next Best Thing,” “Shrek the Third,” “Stolen,” and “Zero Dark Thirty,” among others. Note: The post ‘Days of our Lives’ Alum Mark Valley Set As Co-Lead In Thriller ‘Hostage’ From Director Luca Elmi appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

After nearly 20 years at “Days of our Lives,” writer Ryan Quan has exited Salem to join the folks in Port Charles as part of the “General Hospital” writing team, where he serves as a breakdown writer. During his first episode, which aired Tuesday, March 25, Josslyn (Eden McCoy) sparred with her new handler, Vaughn (Bryce Durfee), at the WSB training facility. Kristina (Kate Mansi) shared interesting news about Ava with Sonny (Maurice Benard). Carly (Laura Wright) left General Hospital against medical advice from her doctor and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). Ava (Maura West) talked to Lucas (Van Hansis) about her cashflow problem, wondering if he was left any kind of inheritance from his father, Julian. Lulu (Alexa Havins Bruening) met with Brennan (Chris L. McKenna) to ensure that Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) did, in fact, leave for Steinmauer and was not secretly planning to kidnap her daughter, Charlotte (Scarlett Fernandez). Meanwhile, Tracy (Jane Elliot) wondered what would it have taken for Lois (Rena Sofer) to leave so suddenly, forcing Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) to try and get her grandmother to drop the issue. Van Hansis ABC A graduate of the University of Los Angeles (UCLA), Quan began his daytime career as a writers’ assistant at “Passions,” a position he held from 1999-2005. Quan would later join “Days of our Lives” in the same capacity in April 2007 before taking on several other positions at the soap throughout his tenure, including dialogue writer, breakdown writer, and for a brief period, the show’s co-head writer (working alongside Dena Higley). By July 2017, Quan had become a story consultant at the show, a role he held until his exit in January as he left to join the writing team at “General Hospital,” led by head writers Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten. Quan has won three Daytime Emmy Awards as a member of the “Days of our Lives” writing team, receiving his first award in 2012. Ryan Quan, Ron Carlivati NATAS The Los Angeles native received his first Writers Guild Award nomination in 2013 for his work during the calendar year 2012. However, he took home his first WGA Award in 2021, for calendar year 2020, and would go on to win subsequent awards in 2022 (for 2021), 2023 (for 2022) and 2024 (for 2023), all under then-head writer Ron Carlivati. While Quan’s name is now appearing in the credits at “General Hospital,” a final date for when viewers can expect to see his work no longer appear as part of the “Days of our Lives” writing team was unknown at press time. Note: The post Ryan Quan Exits ‘Days of our Lives’ As Story Consultant, Joins ‘General Hospital’ As Breakdown Writer appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Technically, yes. But in many cases, the executive producer is also the creator of the show, and can also be showrunner. While none, except Michele Val Jean at Beyond the Gates can claim to be creator, EP/HW and showrunner at the same time when it comes to daytime soaps. At the same time, both Josh Griffith and Bradley Bell can be considered showrunners for their respective soaps since they are both EPs and HWs. The term showrunner is generally reserved for primetime and streaming shows, but we as soap fans forget that at the end of the day, soaps are no less a TV show than their other daypart counterparts. Just like season premieres are now a thing for daytime as well. It's foreign to us, but it is a thing regardless of how many episodes a show produces or genre it's in.

While the title might be confusing to some, it's accurate with its wording. For the most part, the co-executive producer for DAYS is the showrunner as Ken Corday isn't as active in his role as EP as one would normally expect. I don't say that as a bad thing, but that's what it is. The Co-EP at DAYS is the day-to-day showrunner. Showrunner never implies head writer. Not unless that person is also the EP. Name change isn't really necessary, IMO.

Janet Drucker, co-executive producer of “Days of our Lives” since 2023, has announced she’ll be retiring with her final day with the show set for Friday, May 2, 2025. She will be replaced by Noel Maxam, who has been the show’s senior producer since August 2023. Joining the soap as a production associate in 1984, Drucker soon found herself promoted to the role of assistant to the producers in August 1988, before later being named an associate producer in December 1989. By October 1993, she would move up the ladder again when she was named the show’s coordinating producer. She would go on to become a senior coordinating producer in November 1997, a role she maintained until August 2015. At that time, she was elevated to the role of producer before again changing roles to become senior producer in September 2020. In August 2023, she was named the show’s co-executive producer, replacing the outgoing Albert Alarr. During her time with the show, “Days of our Lives” received 15 Daytime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Drama Series, winning three of them. Additionally, Drucker is only the fourth woman in the show’s history to hold the title of co-executive producer, following in a line that started with the show’s co-creator Betty Corday (August 1966 – December 1987), and later Shelly Curtis (March – December 1989) and the late Lisa de Cazotte (January 2012-July 2015) As for Maxam, he returns to the position of co-executive producer, having briefly held the title from 2011-2012. He began his daytime career as a writer on “As The World Turns” in 1995 followed by a lengthy tenure as producer/director at “The Young and the Restless” before eventually joining “Days of our Lives” in 2008, also as a producer/director. Ken Corday Chris Haston/NBC Noel Maxam “Janet began her career with us as a production associate and steadily rose through the ranks, becoming an integral part of our leadership team. She has been a guiding presence behind the scenes, and her positive influence has left a lasting legacy,” said “Days of our Lives” executive producer Ken Corday in a statement. “We thank her deeply for her dedication, talent, and heart.” “Noel brings with him an exceptional blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and leadership experience,” continued Corday, speaking of Maxam. “His deep understanding of the genre and steady hand behind the scenes make him the ideal choice to help lead us forward.” “It has been an honor and the pleasure of a lifetime to make my mark in Salem over the past 41 years,” said Drucker in a statement. “I will forever consider this show and everyone involved my second home, but it is time for me to focus on my family.” Produced by Corday Productions Inc. in association with Sony Pictures Television, “Days of our Lives” streams exclusively on Peacock. Note: The post ‘Days of our Lives’ Co-Executive Producer Janet Drucker Announces Retirement, Noel Maxam Named Successor appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More