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For more than 16 years, Sonya Eddy portrayed the role of Nurse Epiphany Johnson on “General Hospital” and its short-lived spinoff, “General Hospital: Night Shift.” Sadly, the actress unexpectedly passed away in December following complications related to a minor surgery. Now, for the first time, she’s being recognized for her work on the soap opera, receiving a posthumous Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress.

Announced this afternoon, Eddy is nominated alongside Krista Allen (“The Bold and the Beautiful”), Stacy Haiduk (“Days of our Lives”), Brook Kerr (“General Hospital”) and Kelly Thiebaud (“General Hospital”).

Eddy previously received recognition for her role on “General Hospital” in 2021 when she was nominated for a Soap Hub Award in the Favorite General Hospital Actress category. In 2017, she received a Houston Comedy Film Festival award nomination for her role as a nurse in the short film “Oh Baby.”

Shortly after learning of Eddy’s passing in December, “General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini took to Twitter, saying, “I am heartbroken about the loss of the incredible @TheRealSonyaEd. I truly loved her not only as actress, but as a friend. The lights in the hub of the nurse’s station will now be a little dimmer, but her spirit and light will live on in both the show and our set.” He added, “On behalf of the entire #GH cast and crew, we send our deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and fans. She will be very missed.”

In March, the soap aired a special episode dedicated to the actress in which her character’s commitment to helping others is highlighted by her friends and closest colleagues and by a stranger played by Eddy’s real-life friend Yvette Nicole Brown (“Community”). In the March 29 episode, it was revealed that Eddy’s character died shortly after rescuing a woman (played by Brown) from a car crash when the fumes from the accident provoked Epiphany’s existing heart condition.

In an interview with TV Insider, Brown spoke highly of her beloved friend, saying, “Sonya was one of the most real people I knew. If she loved you, you knew it. If she didn’t…she could still work with you. She didn’t suffer fools gladly. She had a heart as big as the moon. She was honest. She understood this industry in a way that most people don’t. She navigated things with grace. She gave great advice with a listening ear. She was the first person I’d go to if something was bothering me. I knew she wouldn’t judge me and she’d help me through it.”

Taking place at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles, “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards” is set to air LIVE on Friday, June 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/delayed PT. The telecast will also be available to stream live and On Demand on Paramount+*.

*Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service and On Demand. Essential-tier subscribers will have access to On Demand the day after the special airs.

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Nominations for “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards” were just announced with “General Hospital” leading the pack, receiving 19 nominations overall, two more than last year.

“The Bold and the Beautiful” received the second largest number of nominations with 14, followed by “The Young and the Restless” with 13 and “Days of our Lives” with 11 nominations. “The Kelly Clarkson Show” was the only other daytime series in the double digits, also receiving 11 nominations. “The Bay” and “Days of our Lives” spinoff, “Beyond Salem: Chapter Two,” received three nominations.

“Today we not only honor this year’s outstanding programs and individuals, we mark a milestone in television history. Our golden anniversary celebrates the talented creators who have made the last 50 years of Daytime Television so unforgettable,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the organization behind the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Partnering with CBS for another two years, we look forward to a very special 50th Daytime Emmy Awards this June.”

“In addition to this year’s many esteemed nominees, it is especially gratifying to also be celebrating so many milestones of Daytime television in our 50th anniversary year,” said Brent Stanton, Head of Daytime, NATAS. “Not only are we celebrating 50 years of Daytime Emmy Award programming, we are also celebrating the milestones of some of its longest-running shows such as ‘General Hospital,’ ‘The Young and the Restless,’ ‘Dr. Phil’ and ‘Rachael Ray.’”

Nominations in five categories were announced last night during a special preview shared across “Access Hollywood,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Extra” and “E! News,” including Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor, Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress, Outstanding Daytime Talk Series, Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host and Outstanding Daytime Drama Series.

Taking place at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles, “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards” is set to air LIVE on Friday, June 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/delayed PT. The telecast will also be available to stream live and On Demand on Paramount+*. Additional winners will be announced during “The Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmys,” which will occur the following night, Saturday, June 17, at 9:00 p.m. ET/8:00 p.m. CT, airing exclusively online via Watch.TheEmmys.TV and related apps.

*Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service and On Demand. Essential-tier subscribers will have access to On Demand the day after the special airs.

A full list of nominations, including those relating to Drama Series, Talk Series, Entertainment Series, Culinary Series, and more, can be read below.

Outstanding Daytime Drama Series

• “The Bay” – Popstar! TV
• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “Days of our Lives” – NBC/Peacock
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Daytime Drama Series Writing Team

• “The Bay” – Popstar! TV
• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “Days of our Lives” – NBC/Peacock
• “Beyond Salem: Chapter Two” – Peacock
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Daytime Drama Series Directing Team

• “The Bay” – Popstar! TV
• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “Days of our Lives” – NBC/Peacock
• “Beyond Salem: Chapter Two” – Peacock
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress

• Sharon Case (Sharon Newman, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea Lawson, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Finola Hughes (Anna Devane, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Jacqueline MacInnes Wood (Steffy Forrester, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor

• Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos, “General Hospital”) –ABC
• Peter Bergman (Jack Abbott, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Billy Flynn (Chad DiMera, “Days of our Lives”) – NBC/Peacock
• Thorsten Kaye (Ridge Forrester, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS
• Jason Thompson (Billy Abbott, “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress

• Krista Allen (Dr. Taylor Hayes, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS
• Sonya Eddy (Epiphany Johnson, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Stacy Haiduk (Kristen DiMera, “Days of our Lives”)  – NBC/Peacock
• Brook Kerr (Dr. Portia Robinson, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Kelly Thiebaud (Dr. Britt Westbourne, “General Hospital”) – ABC

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor

• Nicholas Chavez (Spencer Cassadine, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Chad Duell (Michael Corinthos, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Daniel Feuerriegel (EJ DiMera, “Days of our Lives”) – NBC/Peacock
• Robert Gossett (Marshall Ashford, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Jon Lindstrom (Dr. Kevin Collins/Ryan Chamberlin, “General Hospital”) – ABC

Outstanding Younger Performer in a Daytime Drama Series

• Cary Christopher (Thomas DiMera, “Days of our Lives”) – NBC/Peacock
• Victoria Grace (Wendy Shin, “Days of our Lives”) – NBC/Peacock
• Eden McCoy (Josslyn Jacks, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Henry Joseph Samiri (Douglas Forrester, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS

Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series

• Steve Burton (Harris Michaels, “Beyond Salem: Chapter Two”) – Peacock
• Cassandra Creech (Dr. Grace Buckingham, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS
• Alley Mills (Heather Webber, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Robert Newman (Ashland Locke, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Kevin Spirtas (Dr. Craig Wesley, “Days of our Lives”) – NBC/Peacock

Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host

• Drew Barrymore (“The Drew Barrymore Show”) – Syndicated
• Kelly Clarkson (“The Kelly Clarkson Show”) – Syndicated
• Tamron Hall (“Tamron Hall”) – Syndicated
• Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest (“Live with Kelly and Ryan”) – Syndicated
• Sherri Shepherd (“Sherri”) – Syndicated

Outstanding Daytime Talk Series

• “The Drew Barrymore Show” – Syndicated
• “The Jennifer Hudson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “Live with Kelly and Ryan” – Syndicated
• “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna” – NBC

Outstanding Entertainment News Series

• “Access Hollywood” – Syndicated
• “E! News” – E! Entertainment
• “Entertainment Tonight” – Syndicated
• “Extra” – Syndicated
• “Inside Edition” – Syndicated

Outstanding Daytime Special

• “The 96th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day” – NBC
• “All Boys Aren’t Blue” – Amazon Prime Video
• “Behind The Table: A View Reunion” – Hulu
• “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day” – ABC
• “Extra: Cheslie Kryst 1991-2022” – Syndicated
• “The House that Norm Built” – PBS/Roku
• “Recipe for Change: Standing up to Anti-Semitism” – YouTube Originals

Outstanding Short Form Program

• “Asian American Stories of Resilience and Beyond” – WORLD Channel
• “Dressed” – Focus Features
• “Finding Pause” – Healthline
• “Handmade” – YouTube
• “My Mark featuring Marcus Samuelsson” – Conde Nast/Bon Appetit
• “Ready Jet Cook” – Food Network

Outstanding Promotional Announcement

• “Access Hollywood” (Tow Yard) – Syndicated
• The Drew Barrymore Show” (Drew’s Got the Beat) – Syndicated
• “The Jennifer Hudson Show” (EGOT, Hope, and Joy, and Magic) – Syndicated
• “Sherri” (Sherri: Fun. Joy. Laughter.) – Syndicated
• “Tamron Hall” (Women Reclaiming Their Power: Michelle Branch & Angela Simmons) – Syndicated

Outstanding Culinary Host

• Kardea Brown (“Delicious Miss Brown”) – Food Network
• Ina Garten (“Be My Guest with Ina Garten”) – Food Network
• Guy Fieri (“Guy’s Ranch Kitchen”) – Food Network
• Emeril Lagasse (“Emeril Cooks”) – Roku
• Justin Sutherland (“Taste the Culture”) – TBS/TNT/truTV
• Andrew Zimmern (“Family Dinner”) – Magnolia Network

Outstanding Culinary Series

• “Family Dinner” – Magnolia Network
• “José Andrés and Family in Spain” – Discovery+
• “Martha Cooks” – Roku
• “Roadfood: Discovering America One Dish at a Time” – GBH
• “Selena + Chef” – HBO Max

Outstanding Legal/Courtroom Program 

• “Caught in Providence” – Syndicated
• “Hot Bench” – Syndicated
• “Judge Steve Harvey” – ABC
• “Judy Justice” – Freevee
• “The People’s Court” – Syndicated

Outstanding Travel, Adventure and Nature Program

• “Down to Earth with Zac Efron” – Netflix
• “Guy’s All-American Road Trip” – Food Network
• “The Hidden Lives of Pets” – Netflix
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “Reel Destinations” – Focus Features
• “Wild Babies” – Netflix

Outstanding Daytime Program Host

• Danielle Brooks (“Instant Dream Home”) – Netflix
• Mike Corey (“Uncharted Adventure”) – The Weather Channel
• Zac Efron (“Down to Earth with Zac Efron”) – Netflix
• Kevin O’Connor (“This Old House”) – PBS I Roku
• Martha Stewart (“Martha Gardens”) – Roku

Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Non-Fiction Program**

• “Book of Queer” – Discovery+
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” – Syndicated
• “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” – Syndicated
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated

**Due to submission count, this category is merged with Writing Team for a Daytime Non-Fiction Series and Writing Team for a Daytime Non-Fiction Special. All entries in both categories were judged by the same panel.

Outstanding Directing Team for a Single Camera Daytime Non-Fiction Program

• “Ask This Old House” – PBS/Roku
• “Big Sky Kitchen with Eduardo Garcia” – Magnolia Network
• “Home” – Apple TV+
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “Wild Babies” – Netflix

Outstanding Directing Team for a Multiple Camera Daytime Non-Fiction Program

• “American Anthems” – PBS
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” – Syndicated
• “Entertainment Tonight” – Syndicated
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “The View” – ABC

Outstanding Music Direction and Composition

• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “The Hidden Lives of Pets” – Netflix
• “Home” – Apple TV+
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated

Outstanding Original Song

• “American Anthems” (Life is Sweet) – PBS
• “American Anthems” (Pocket Change) – PBS
• “The Bold and the Beautiful” (Everyone Dances) – CBS
• “General Hospital” (Darling Darling) – ABC
• “Joni Table Talk” (Only Three) – Daystar

Outstanding Lighting Direction

• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” – Syndicated
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “The View” – ABC

Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video

• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day” – ABC
• “The Jennifer Hudson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Talk” – CBS
• “The View” – ABC
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Cinematography

• “The Hidden Lives of Pets” – Netflix
• “Home” – Apple TV+
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “Italy Made with Love” – PBS
• “Wild Babies” – Netflix

Outstanding Single Camera Editing

• “Big Sky Kitchen with Eduardo Garcia” – Magnolia Network
• “The Hidden Lives of Pets” – Netflix
• “Home” – Apple TV+
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “Wild Babies” – Netflix

Outstanding Multiple Camera Editing

• “Articulate with Jim Cotter” – PBS
• “Behind The Table: A View Reunion” – Hulu
• “Book of Queer” – Discovery+
• “Emeril Cooks” – Roku
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “Rachael Ray” – Syndicated

Outstanding Live Sound Mixing and Sound

• “Days of our Lives” – NBC/Peacock
• “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” – Syndicated
• “The Jennifer Hudson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Sound Mixing and Sound Editing

• “Car Masters: Rust to Riches” – Netflix
• “Down to Earth with Zac Efron” – Netflix
• “The Hidden Lives of Pets” – Netflix
• “Home” – Apple TV+
• “Island of the Sea Wolves” – Netflix
• “Wild Babies” – Netflix

Outstanding Main Title and Graphic Design

• “Book of Queer” – Discovery+
• “Car Masters: Rust to Riches” – Netflix
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” – Syndicated
• “Down to Earth with Zac Efron” – Netflix
• “Instant Dream Home” – Netflix

Outstanding Casting

• “Book of Queer” – Discovery+
• “Days of our Lives” – NBC | Peacock
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “Start Up” – PBS
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design

• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Talk” – CBS
• “The View” – ABC
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Costume Design/Styling

• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “Book of Queer” – Discovery+
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “Sherri” – Syndicated
• “The Jennifer Hudson Show” – Syndicated

Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup

• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “The Jennifer Hudson Show” – Syndicated
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” – Syndicated
• “Red Table Talk” – Facebook Watch
• “Sherri” – Syndicated
• “Tamron Hall” – Syndicated

Outstanding Instructional/How-To Program

• “Amanda Gorman Teaches Writing and Performing Poetry” – MasterClass
• “Fixer Upper: The Castle” – Magnolia Network
• “Idea House: Mountain Modern” – Roku
• “Instant Dream Home” – Netflix
• “Martha Gardens” – Roku

Outstanding Lifestyle Program

• “Eat This With Yara” – AJ+
• “For the Love of Kitchens” – Magnolia Network
• “George to the Rescue” – NBC
• “Life After Death with Tyler Henry” – Netflix
• “Mind Your Manners” – Netflix
• “The Established Home” – Magnolia Network

Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program

• “American Anthems” – PBS
• “Kings of Leon @ O2” – YouTube
• “My Bluegrass Story” – RFD-TV
• “Variety Power of Women: Changemakers” – Lifetime
• “Variety Studio: Actors on Actors” – PBS
• “Working in the Theatre” – AmericanTheatreWing.org

Outstanding Education and Informational Program

• “Book of Queer” – Discovery+
• “The Earth Unlocked” – The Weather Channel
• “The Future Of” – Netflix
• “Harlem Globetrotters Play It Forward” – NBC
• “Historian’s Take” – PBS
• “Italy Made with Love” – PBS
• “Vikings: The Rise and Fall” – National Geographic

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Scott Clifton (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) has been an advocate of pet adoption for several years, dating back to when he met Bob Barker, the former host of “The Price is Right.” In celebration of his appearance on the Wednesday, April 26 episode of the daytime game show, Clifton reminisces on how much of an impact Barker made on his life and his passion for animals.

In 2014, “The Bold and the Beautiful” featured a storyline where Liam Spencer (Clifton) rescues a cat that he gave to his then-girlfriend, now wife, Hope Logan (played by Kim Matula at the time; now played by Annika Noelle). The storyline incorporated Liam and Hope visiting the South Los Angeles Animal Service Center with episodes featuring Barker along with Brandon McMillan, the then host of CBS’ “Lucky Dog.”

“We’ve [previously] had the chance to work with celebrities and people who are well known in the public eye before on the show, and it’s always fun and usually they play themselves and we try to make them feel comfortable and we cater to them and a lot of the consciousness for us is like, ‘Are they going to be cool? Are they used to working with actors?’” Clifton said in the interview with Soap Opera Network at the time. “All of that went out the window once I met Bob. I can’t tell you what an impressive human being he is. He was so noble. He came on, it wasn’t about self-publicity or anything like that; he really just wanted to push this issue and spread awareness on this as much as he could.

Now, years later, Clifton tells us, “Bob Barker was one of the most impressive people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting during my tenure at ‘Bold & Beautiful.’” He added, “I remember listening to him speak extemporaneously, in the makeup chair, about pet adoption, fostering, spaying and neutering, and his broader philosophy of animal ethics. It was provocative and inspiring, and made me hope for the chance to help further his noble project, even in the smallest way.”

As for his latest appearance on “The Price is Right,” Clifton didn’t hesitate when asked to participate in one of the themed episodes. “When ‘Price’ asked me to join them for Adoption Week, I remembered that day in the chair and jumped at the opportunity. My conversations with Drew [Carey, current host of ‘The Price is Right’] and the wonderful crew were proof that Mr. Barker’s passion for kindness has never departed that soundstage.”

“The Price is Right” and “The Bold and the Beautiful” air weekdays on CBS. You can also stream the shows live and On Demand on Paramount+.

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“Days of our Lives” is set to welcome daytime newcomer Jasper Newman to the show beginning Thursday, April 27, when more is revealed about Talia’s (Aketra Sevillian) motivations.

Newman will play the role of Colin, someone with romantic interests in Talia and a shared history with Sloan (Jessica Serfaty). The character will also cross paths with the law when Jada (Elia Cantu) takes him into custody while recovering from injuries he sustains shortly after arriving in Salem.

New episodes of “Days of our Lives” are released weekdays on Peacock.

Check out sneak peek photos of Newman on “Days of our Lives” below.

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DAYTIME EMMYS: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Leads in Nominations Preview

As previously reported, five key categories were previewed this evening on “Access Hollywood,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Extra” and “E! News” in anticipation of the full nominations list for “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards,” set to be announced tomorrow, April 26.

The categories previewed on the entertainment news shows included Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor, Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress, Outstanding Talk Series, Outstanding Talk Series Host and Outstanding Daytime Drama Series.

Among the five categories released thus far, “The Young and the Restless” leads all shows with six nominations, followed by “The Bold and the Beautiful” and “General Hospital,” each tied with three nominations. “Days of our Lives” received two nominations. Each soap opera is nominated for Daytime Drama Series, which is included in their totals. 

By network, CBS has nine nominations thus far, while ABC has three and NBC/Peacock has two.

What follows is a breakdown of nominees for “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards,” first previewed on “Access Hollywood,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Extra” and “E! News.”

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress

• Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos, “General Hospital”) –ABC
• Peter Bergman (Jack Abbott, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Billy Flynn (Chad DiMera, “Days of our Lives”) – NBC/Peacock
• Thorsten Kaye (Ridge Forrester, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS
• Jason Thompson (Billy Abbott, “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress

• Sharon Case (Sharon Newman, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea Lawson, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Finola Hughes (Anna Devane, “General Hospital”) – ABC
• Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers, “The Young and the Restless”) – CBS
• Jacqueline MacInnes Wood (Steffy Forrester, “The Bold and the Beautiful”) – CBS

Outstanding Talk Series

• "The Drew Barrymore Show" – Syndicated
• "The Jennifer Hudson Show" – Syndicated
• "The Kelly Clarkson Show" – Syndicated
• "Live with Kelly and Ryan" – Syndicated
• "TODAY with Hoda & Jenna" – NBC

Outstanding Talk Series Host

• Drew Barrymore ("The Drew Barrymore Show") – Syndicated
• Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest ("Live with Kelly and Ryan") – Syndicated
• Kelly Clarkson ("The Kelly Clarkson Show") – Syndicated
• Tamron Hall ("Tamron Hall") – Syndicated
• Sherri Shepherd ("Sherri") – Syndicated

Outstanding Daytime Drama Series

• “The Bay” (Popstar! TV)
• “The Bold and the Beautiful” – CBS
• “Days of our Lives” – NBC/Peacock
• “General Hospital” – ABC
• “The Young and the Restless” – CBS

Watch the “Extra” reveal clip below.

The #DaytimeEmmys Nominees for Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor are:
– @MauriceBenard @GeneralHospital /@ABCNetwork
– Peter Bergman @YandR_CBS /@cbs
– @billymflynn @DaysPeacock /@nbc @peacock
– @Iamthorstenkaye @BandB_CBS /@cbs
– @MyJasonThompson @YandR_CBS /@cbs pic.twitter.com/FFyWc6kHX9

— ExtraTV (@extratv) April 25, 2023

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Get ready for a family reunion next month when Chene Lawson reprises her role as Harmony “Yolanda” Hamilton, Devon’s (Bryton James) biological mother, on “The Young and the Restless.”

Originating the role of Harmony in 2005 during the character’s drug addiction era, Lawson last appeared on the show in 2006 when Harmony left Genoa City shortly after coming onto Neil (Kristoff St. John), the man who adopted Devon alongside his wife Drucilla (Victoria Rowell). Years later, from 2011-2012, Debbi Morgan took over the role of Harmony when the character returned to town. Soon after it was revealed that Tucker McMcall (then played by Stephen Nicholas, now played by Trevor St. John) was Devon’s biological father.

With Lawson set to appear over several episodes beginning Friday, May 5, and Shemar Moore set to reprise his role as Malcolm Winters on Monday, May 8, it definitely looks like a reunion is at play for the Winters/Hamilton family.

Since departing the daytime drama series, Lawson has made a name for herself as the creator and lead voice actor for the scripted podcast series, “All Things Undone,” a 2023 Webby Award winner. Lawson portrays Mirabelle in the series. The upcoming second season will be available on Audible. For more information about the series, click here.

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In a follow-up to our earlier report, nominations for “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards” will be announced on Wednesday, April 26, and will be published in its entirety upon release here on Soap Opera Network. In the meantime, four of the most popular entertainment news shows will preview select categories on their respective broadcasts tonight, April 25.

In a message posted on the official @DaytimeEmmys Twitter account, The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) shared that “Access Hollywood,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Extra” and “E! News” will each provide a special preview of nominees in five key categories.

To catch the special preview on the four entertainment news shows, check your local listings for times and stations, or visit tvlistings.zap2it.com. “E! News” airs weeknights at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on the E! Entertainment network.

The full list of #DaytimeEmmys nominations won't be out until 12p ET / 9a PT tomorrow, but you can get a sneak peek at FIVE special categories by tuning in TONIGHT to @etnow @accesshollywood @extratv and @enews! pic.twitter.com/4C1wfMqqpx

— Daytime Emmys (@DaytimeEmmys) April 25, 2023

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On Wednesday, April 26, nominations for “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards” will be formally announced, it was revealed today by The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in a message posted on its Twitter account.

A special nominees preview will be aired tonight, April 25, on “Access Hollywood,” “Entertainment Tonight” and “Extra.” Check local listings.

The complete list of nominations will be shared with the media at 12:00 p.m. ET/9:00 a.m. PT, along with reveals on the @DaytimeEmmys Twitter handle. The list will also be published here on Soap Opera Network upon availability.

Nominations are being released one week earlier than last year when “The Talk” revealed the list on its May 5, 2022 broadcast.

Taking place at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles, “The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards” is set to air LIVE on Friday, June 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/delayed PT. The telecast will also be available to stream live and On Demand on Paramount+*.

“The Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmys” will take place the following night, Saturday, June 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET/8:00 p.m. CT, airing exclusively online via Watch.TheEmmys.TV and related apps.

*Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service and On Demand. Essential-tier subscribers will have access to On Demand the day after the special airs.

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11 hours ago, Aback said:

I can confirm. According to the article B&B was the first show to put a transgender woman under contract in 2015... as in Karla Mosley's Maya Avant lmao

That was what did it for me! Let's hope it was the Google translation and not the writer not knowing what the hell they were talking about.

8 minutes ago, dragonflies said:

They referred to TK as "new" Ridge, but yet not Annika as "New" Hope, yet TK's been playing Ridge longer LMAO

This is true! This is true!

Ironically, Ronn Moss and Kim Matula played Ridge and Hope the last time the show was in Italy, so it would have made sense for the writer to say "New" Hope for Annika as they did for Thorsten.

In my best Nikki Finke impression… TOLDJA!

Nearly two years since fans last saw the adventures of Professor Amy Winslow and Detective Travis Burke in the “Mystery 101” series of movies, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries has officially announced the series has been canceled and concludes with the seventh movie, 2021’s “Mystery 101: Deadly History,” which ended on a major cliffhanger. The series starred Jill Wagner (Amy), Kristoffer Polaha (Travis) and Robin Thomas (Graham Winslow).

“We loved making ‘Mystery 101’ and we’re so glad you enjoyed sleuthing along with us,” the network said on its Facebook page yesterday in response to a viewer who had hoped the channel would be making more movies in the series. The post came in response to the network promoting its airing of the second movie, “Mystery 101: Playing Dead,” which was airing as part of a movie marathon on the network. 

“We want to let you know that our talented sleuths have solved the last mystery and are off the case. In the coming weeks and months there are exciting new mysteries on the way that we know you’ll love!” concluded the network, hoping to deflect from an expected outcry from fans.

“Well kids, looks like the cat’s out of the bag. #Mystery101 has solved its last mystery,” said Polaha on Twitter earlier today following the news. “You are the most incredibly supportive fans ever! We LOVE you! @JillWagner @robinthomas101 & I had the most amazing time entertaining you by bringing Travis, Amy, & Graham to life.” He concluded the post saying, “But…” along with the “winking face” emoji,” likely implying there might be future mysteries people can enjoy on the network even if it doesn’t include the Travis and Amy characters, as played by himself and Wagner.

The cancellation news doesn’t come as a surprise as Wagner previously stated she was unaware of where things stood on the series, saying in an Instagram video last April, “I love the people that I worked for and with. I think it has nothing to do with my desire to do another one. Or anybody’s desire to do another one except for the big boy, Hallmark. I think that they are probably going in another direction. I don’t know. I’m not privy to that information.” She added, “So, for my own peace of my mind, I just wanted to tell the fans of the show that I love the show. And if I’m ever given an opportunity to do another one, I certainly will. It has nothing to do with any of that. I just want you guys to know that and to know that I haven’t abandoned the ship. I wish I could give you more detailed information, but I don’t have it.”

Watch Wagner’s video on what is now officially the end of “Mystery 101” below.

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Cast and crew from “The Bold and the Beautiful” are heading back to Italy next month for an all-new location shoot, reports The Hollywood Reporter Rome, the Italian edition of the iconic trade magazine. This marks the soap’s fifth trip to Italy after Lake Como in 1997, Venice in 1999, Portofino in 2002 and Puglia in 2012.

According to the publication, at least seven cast members from the show will be around for the three-day shoot, taking place in Rome from May 15-17, including Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke Logan), Thorsten Kaye (Ridge Forrester), Jacqueline MacInnes Wood (Steffy Forrester), Annika Noelle (Hope Logan), Scott Clifton (Liam Spencer), Matthew Atkinson (Thomas Forrester) and Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter Walton). The show’s executive producer and head writer, Bradley Bell, will join them.

Locations scouted by production for filming include Piazza Navona, Piazza di Spagna, the Colosseum and Gianicolo, among others.

Reportedly, Bell chose the Italian capital city for its “effective romanticism.” Additionally, the show will pay homage to the Italian actors whose voices are dubbed over the Americans that portray central characters on the series with the voice actors appearing on screen for the first time. Casting is also underway to include other Italian “known faces.”

Episodes featuring the Italian remote will air late spring/early summer on CBS in the United States, while viewers in Italy won’t see the episodes on the country’s Canale5 until next year as episodes currently air one year behind the U.S.

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That article is riddled with so many errors (based on Google translation), I just want to scream!

This week on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” Ridge Jr. (Joshua Hoffman) returns to Los Angeles after spending an extended period of time in Europe. Just as things appear calm in the Forrester/Logan hybrid family, will he be the one to stir things back up? Meanwhile, Sheila (Kimberlin Brown) and Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) have a confrontation. Find out what’s going to happen during the week of April 24-28, 2023 on the soap opera.

Monday, April 24 (#9004)

• A warm family reunion ensues when Ridge, Jr. returns home.
• Thomas questions Taylor on her feelings about Brooke and Ridge.

Tuesday, April 25 (#9005)

• Steffy defends her decisions about Thomas to Liam.
• Ridge, Jr. receives a lucrative offer from his father.

Wednesday, April 26 (#9006)

• Liam confides in Wyatt about his current struggles.
• Ridge commemorates his blended family’s reunion for all eternity.

Thursday, April 27  (#9007)

• Steffy confronts her greatest enemy, Sheila, in prison.
• Bill lays out his plan to win back Katie to Liam and Wyatt.

Friday, April 28 (#9008)

• Brooke attempts to ease Carter’s fears about Dollar Bill.
• Sheila receives a surprise visitor in prison.

Check out this week’s promo below.

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This week on “The Young and the Restless,” Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) reveals herself to a loved one while Billy (Jason Thompson) and Chelsea (Melissa Claire Egan) grow closer. Meanwhile, Ashley (Eileen Davidson) and Jack (Peter Bergman) are at odds. Find out what’s going to happen during the week of April 24-28, 2023 on the soap opera.

Monday, April 24, 2023 (#12602)

• Victor forces Tucker’s hand.
• Billy and Chelsea take a big step.
• Ashley back Jack into a corner.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 (#12603)

• Victor orders Nick to take the high road with Adam.
• Tucker packs his bags.
• Jack crosses the line to help Diane.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 (#12604)

• Victor strikes a deal with Adam
• Nate receives a tempting invitation.
• Summer’s world is rocked.

Thursday, April 27, 2023 (#12605)

• Victoria questions Nick’s loyalty.
• Nate covers his tracks.
• Phyllis pleads her case.

Friday, April 28, 2023 (#12606)

• Jack makes an impulsive decision.
• Summer and Daniel share a difference of opinion.
• Michael disappoints Lauren.

Check out this week’s promo below.

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So, um, what's our stance on Nate and Victoria? Hot or not?

This week on “General Hospital,” the next big wedding in Port Charles finds Michael (Chad Duell) and Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) ready to walk down the aisle, but will family drama stop the pair from saying “I do”? What follows is a daily breakdown of what will happen during the week of April 24-28, 2023 on the soap opera.

Monday, April 24, 2023 (#15206)

• Curtis, Drew and Laura share their findings. 
• Carly says goodbye. 
• Ned is preoccupied. 
• Olivia and Brook Lynn are amazed. 
• Felicia is concerned.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 (#15207)

• Robert and Diane are interrupted. 
• Alexis shares a message. 
• Sonny has mixed feelings. 
• Willow gets shocking news.
•  Nina puts on a happy face.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 (#15208)

• Chase and Dante offer support. 
• Carly hides her worry. 
• Holly shares what she’s learned. 
• Victor relishes his triumph. 
• Willow prepares to walk down the aisle.

Thursday, April 27, 2023 (#15209)

• It’s Michael and Willow’s wedding day. 
• Ava doesn’t mince words. 
• Dante plays peacemaker. 
• Nina makes a big move. 
• Brook Lynn and Ned navigate some tricky dynamics.

Friday, April 28, 2023 (#15210)

• Michael makes an accusation. 
• Dex must be discreet. 
• Sonny offers assistance. 
• Holly makes a startling discovery. 
• Victor has unwelcome guests.

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After spending two years as a breakdown writer at “Days of our Lives,” Jamey Giddens has decided not to renew his contract and will depart the daytime drama series next month.

Giddens announced the news last night on Twitter after a follower asked if he was still writing for the show. “I am through next month,” responded Giddens, who also revealed he has signed on to write for an existing primetime series.

“I just signed on with a hit primetime soap that I won’t be able to discuss deets on for a while,” Giddens shared while noting his work on “Days of our Lives” will continue to air through at least the end of the year due to the show’s current tape-to-air schedule. “My #DAYS eps will likely air through year’s end, but Salem U.S.A. will always be home away from home! Two amazing years!” said Giddens, closing out his post.

In response to the news of his upcoming exit, some of Giddens’ “Days of our Lives” colleagues wished him the best of luck as he follows the next stage in his career.

Miranda Wilson (Megan Hathaway) said, “It was an enormous privilege to have worked with your writing. I’ve so much appreciation of the crafting it took to bring Megan back, and to make it both super fun for me to play and super exciting for the fans to watch. I’m bereft that I will speak no more, your wonderful words.”

Judi Evans (Bonnie Lockhart) congratulated Giddens, saying, “Best wishes in all you do. It has been a pleasure saying your words.” She used four “heart” emojis to emphasize her appreciation.

Paul Telfer (Xander Kiriakis) commented, “Huge congratulations Jamey! Thanks for all the fun and best of luck with the new gig!”

Kassie DePaiva (ex-Eve Donovan) stated, “How exciting!!! Congratulations!!”

Outside of “Days of our Lives,” others in the daytime community also congratulated Giddens on his continued success, including writer Michele Val Jean (“The Bold and the Beautiful”), who said, “Loving all the love!” and Casey Kasprzyk (Supervising Producer, “The Bold and the Beautiful”), who said “Congrats! Well deserved. Excited to hear more details.”

In the two years since Giddens joined the show’s writing team, “Days of our Lives” took home the Writers Guild Award for Daytime Drama two years in a row (2022, 2023) and the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series Writing Team in 2022.

In addition to his work on “Days of our Lives” and spinoff “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem,” Giddens created and executive produced “Ambitions,” starring Robin Givens as a high-powered attorney who will stop at nothing to get what she wants after she joins her family’s prestigious Atlanta-based law firm. The series is available to stream on Tubi. Prior to that, Giddens served as an associate producer on “Workshop” and was a writer for the inaugural season of “The Rich and the Ruthless,” created by Victoria Rowell (“The Young and the Restless,” “Diagnosis Murder”).

Before segueing to TV writing, Giddens made a name for himself as the editorial director and co-founder of Daytime Confidential, a popular TV news destination featuring breaking news on soaps, talk shows and game shows, daily recaps and spoilers.

I am through next month. I decided not to renew my contract. I just signed on with a hit primetime soap that I won't be able to discuss deets on for a while. My #DAYS eps will likely air through year's end, but Salem U.S.A. will always be home away from home! Two amazing years! https://t.co/D17qaoLFTw

— Jamey_Giddens (@Jamey_Giddens) April 22, 2023

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17 minutes ago, AbcNbc247 said:

Thanks! I wasn't sure who owned them since they were NBC shows. 

Totally understand. In a perfect world we'd see our favorite shows on the same streamer (network) that initially aired them, but ownership plays a heavy hand in all that stuff.

The classic Must See TV lineup would be cool to play on our own time/schedule, but you'd have to have HBO Max, Paramount+, Peacock and even Netflix to play all the right shows these days. Sigh.

 

On 4/17/2023 at 6:30 AM, Soapsuds said:

I'm hearing Peacock is dumping Cheers from its line-up. I guess it has to do with the upcoming blu ray release. Another reason to dump Peacock. Paramount + still has Cheers though and so does Hulu. Not sure if it's in HD on Hulu.

 

13 minutes ago, AbcNbc247 said:

Yep. In 8 days. They're dumping Fraiser too

Both shows are owned by CBS, and will have long lives on Paramount+. Additionally, Paramount+ has a "Frasier" reboot in the works. It makes sense for it to be on that service and not Peacock in that case.

On the Friday, April 21, Earth Day episode of “The Talk,” Fran Drescher revealed that conversations are currently underway over a possible 30th anniversary special to celebrate the beloved sitcom “The Nanny.”

When asked if there were any plans to honor the show’s upcoming anniversary, Drescher shared, “We’re in meetings with our parent company, Sony, and we’re talking about maybe doing some kind of special or something.”

When co-host Sheryl Underwood talked about the show’s continued popularity, Drescher commented, “A lot of our audience today weren’t even alive when we were doing it initially on CBS.”

Airing from 1993-1999 on CBS, “The Nanny” followed a cosmetics saleswoman named Fran Fine (played by Drescher) who inadvertently stumbles into a job as a nanny when she’s hired by Broadway producer Maxwell Sheffield (Charles Shaughnessy, now Victor Cassadine on “General Hospital”) to take care of his three children.

Throughout the show’s six-season run, fans tuned in weekly to see if the growing attraction between Ms. Fine and Mr. Sheffield would lead to more than employee and employer.

Even though they eventually pledged their love for one another during season three, Mr. Sheffield took it back almost immediately, thereby extending the hilarity between the pair. By season five, the duo declared their love with no takebacks and finally became husband and wife surrounded by hundreds of their closest friends and family. 

In the sixth and final season, now the new Mrs. Sheffield, Fran discovered what it’s like living on the other side as the wife of a rich and powerful producer who would later find additional success which required the family to move to Hollywood when one of Maxwell’s shows gets developed into a potential television series.

Watch Drescher’s appearance from “The Talk” below.

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Next month ABC will premiere an all-new four-part series titled “The Game Show Show,” produced by ABC News Studios, which delves into the history and impact game shows have made on American culture across eight decades. Drew Carey, Vanna White, Ken Jennings, Chuck Woolery, Amy Schneider, Bob Eubanks, Howie Mandel and Wayne Brady are just some of the game show icons set to participate in the series.

“The Game Show Show” incorporates interviews with some of the biggest names in game shows as they talk about features of game shows, including spinning the wheel, beating the clock, guessing the answer and playing along through 80 years of game show history. Reflecting on the changing face of America, the series also explores the contestants, hosts, visionary creators, and industry scandals that encapsulate one of the most beloved and durable television genres of our time.

The first episode, titled “The Answer Is…,” premieres Wednesday, May 10 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, following all-new episodes of “Jeopardy! Masters” (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT) and a special episode of “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), which sees Vanna White competing as a contestant for the first time in franchise history.

“The Game Show Show” is produced by Cream Productions for ABC News Studios. David Brady, Kate Harrison Karman, Sarah Gibson and John Ealer are executive producers for Cream Productions. David Sloan is senior executive producer, and Victoria Thompson is executive producer for ABC News Studios.

What follows is a breakdown of each episode, including air date.

Episode One: “The Answer Is…” (Wednesday, May 10)

• Since the radio age, America’s love for the quiz show has remained constant, transcending technological innovation and surviving scandals. Today, the quiz show continues to evolve, with new formats and revivals capturing the attention of millions across the country. But the quiz show also reveals a lot about American society. Changes to the kinds of questions hosts ask and how contestants and audiences are responding provide a glimpse into the transformation of American culture and its shifting relationship with knowledge. Featured interviews include Michael Strahan, Sara Haines, Jay Leno, Mark Cuban, Sherri Shepard and more.

Episode Two: “Show Me The Money” (Wednesday, May 17)

• Guess the price, spin the wheel, take the gamble and become a millionaire. The chance to walk away with thousands ― even millions ― of dollars has cemented these game show phrases in American popular culture forever. Is the game show a path toward achieving the American dream, or is it just another scheme to get rich quick? As the game show adapts to changing norms in American society, a behind-the-scenes look at heart-wrenching moments of victory, defeat and even, at times, fraud puts a human face on the popular format. Featured interviews include Vanna White, Drew Carey, Chris Connelly, Wayne Brady and more.

Episode Three: “Over The Top” (Wednesday, May 24)

• From singing in front of a star-studded panel to surviving on a remote island, reality competition game shows give audiences a chance to live vicariously through contestants who push the boundaries of human talent, skill and strength. With millions of eyes tuning in to see how the competition unfolds next, reality competition shows are a defining part of the American game show landscape. How these competition shows have evolved sheds new light on changes to the TV industry, as well as broader social shifts in American culture. Featured interviews include Nikki Glaser, Meredith Vieira, Howie Mandel, Claudia Jordan and more.

Episode Four: “Sex, Love or Money?” (Airdate TBA)

• If love is a game, why can’t it be a game show? Dating shows have quickly become a cornerstone of the American game show landscape, captivating viewers with the inevitable ups and downs of finding love on national TV. While dating and relationship shows have revolutionized the game show genre, they also offer something more fundamental: a compelling reflection of society at large, helping Americans navigate changing social norms around love, sex and gender roles. Featured interviews include Bob Eubanks, Chuck Woolery, Margaret Cho, Jerry O’Connell and more.

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It’s hard to believe that with a career spanning eight decades, television and film icon Dick Van Dyke had never been on a daytime soap opera! That’s since changed now that the 97-year-old star of “The Dick Van Dyke Show” and “Diagnosis Murder” has taped a guest appearance on “Days of our Lives” where he’ll play a mystery man with amnesia. Van Dyke’s episode is set to air later this fall on Peacock.

While additional information about his character and storyline is currently being kept under wraps, news of Van Dyke’s heading to the fictional town of Salem came during last night’s episode of “Access Hollywood,” where he told the entertainment news show, “Drake [Hogestyn, who plays John Black] and I went to the same gym together. I used to kid him [asking], ‘Don’t you ever have parts for old people?’ And he took me seriously [laughs]. He got me a part!”

Van Dyke will appear in scenes alongside Hogestyn and Deidre Hall, who plays Marlena Evans on the soap. Sonja Blangiardo directed.

“I have played old men before, but comedy old men,” Van Dyke pointed out to “Access Hollywood,” adding, “[This is the] first time I ever just played my 97-year-old self.”

Although Van Dyke had no prior soap experience, he took lessons on how to get things right by watching an episode of the show. “I started watching them,” the actor says. “Some of those people have been doing it for 20 years. That’s about all the homework I could do was watch one and see how they did it.”

Outside of watching the show, Van Dyke also got some acting tidbits from fellow television icon Carol Burnett (“The Carol Burnett Show”), who herself made multiple appearances on “All My Children” in the 1980s as Verla Grubbs. Burnett even returned to be part of the ABC show’s final episodes in 2011. The actress turns 90 next week.

“Make sure you know all of your lines because they don’t do retakes,” pointed out Burnett on how soaps are produced differently from other TV genres. “If anything goes wrong, you’re stuck.”

Van Dyke appreciated Burnett’s comments and even wished her a happy birthday.

Watch clips from Van Dyke’s upcoming appearance on “Days of our Lives” below, courtesy of “Access Hollywood.”

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“The Price is Right” is all about the pets during the week of April 24-28, 2023 when the game show celebrates Pet Adoption Week featuring stars from CBS’ “The Bold and the Beautiful,” “Lucky Dog,” “The Talk” and “The Young and the Restless.”

First Up: From “The Young and the Restless,” Tracey E. Bregman appears alongside co-star Christian Le Blanc on the Monday, April 24 episode.

In a recent interview with Soap Opera Digest, she told the magazine, “There are so many animals that need your heart and a home.” She added, “Please consider adopting, and spay and neuter your pets. Ten out of my 12 animals are rescues.”

In the episode, Bregman and Le Blanc are eager to find a new home and loving family for a senior dog. Check out a clip below.

On Tuesday, April 25, “Lucky Dog” stars Eric Wiese and Rashi Khanna Wiese participate as various precious pups are up for adoption.

Meanwhile, on Wednesday, April 26, Scott Clifton from “The Bold and the Beautiful” highlights adorable kittens looking for a home. “The Price is Right” model James O’Halloran spotlights a rescue dog on Thursday, April 27, and on Friday, April 28, adoption week closes out with “The Talk” stars Natalie Morales and Akbar Gbajabiamila.

Check out photos featuring the CBS stars below, and make sure to watch “The Price is Right,” “The Bold and the Beautiful,” “The Talk” and “The Young and the Restless” weekdays on CBS. “Lucky Dog” airs on Saturday mornings on CBS. You can also stream the shows live and On Demand on Paramount+.

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