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BREAKING: CBS Sets ‘Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood’ Daytime Special to Air in New Soap’s Regular Time Slot To prepare viewers for the launch of its new daytime drama series, "Beyond the Gates," CBS will air a five-part daytime special in the show's time slot one week before the premiere. #BeyondTheGates #BTG #WelcomeToTheNeighborhood #CBS https://www.soapoperanetwork.com/2025/02/cbs-beyond-the-gates-welcome-to-the-neighborhood-daytime-special

CBS is giving fans of its upcoming daytime drama series “Beyond the Gates” a sneak preview of what’s to come with a five-part behind-the-scenes special titled “Beyond the Gates”: Welcome to the Neighborhood,” airing Monday, February 17 through Friday, February 21 at 2:00-2:30 p.m. ET/1:00-1:30 p.m. PT, and presented by the team at “Entertainment Tonight.” Filmed on location at the “Beyond the Gates” stages in Atlanta, the five-part half-hour special is hosted by “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Kevin Frazier and uber soap fan, comedian and television personality Sheryl Underwood (“The Talk”), The special will provide a unique experience into the journey of bringing the new daytime soap opera to life, from its powerful representation of Black culture and history to the 27 meticulously designed sets that create the world of Fairmont Crest, a wealthy gated community with leafy tree-lined streets and luxurious mansions. Featuring extended footage from the cast’s first table read, on-set interviews and never-before-seen moments, the special offers a front-row seat to the making of a series set to change the game. Through exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with the executive producers, cast and crew, discover how “Beyond the Gates” will balance authenticity, representation and storytelling while crafting a series unlike any other. Episode One: Unveiling Fairmont Crest – Monday, February 17 In the premiere episode, “Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood” opens its doors to Fairmont Crest, a world rich with history, culture and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Get to know the cast and creative minds behind this groundbreaking series as they share what makes “Beyond the Gates” a first-of-its-kind storytelling experience – both in front of and behind the camera. Episode Two: Creating the Cast – Tuesday, February 18 Episode two dives into the making of “Beyond the Gates”, revealing the dedication and vision that brought this epic series to life. Meet the Dupree family, the heart of Fairmont Crest, and uncover the intricate stories that shape their world. Go inside the casting process that built the show’s powerhouse ensemble, with over 40 dynamic characters brought to life by an extraordinary lineup of talent. Episode Three: Fashion and Flair – Wednesday, February 19 In episode three, step behind the curtain to explore the artistry of “Beyond the Gates”’ wardrobe, hair and makeup departments. Take a tour of the show’s high-fashion wardrobe, where every look is meticulously curated to reflect each character’s personality, status and story. Get the inside scoop on the secrets behind the show’s stunning hair and makeup, including a peek inside the wig cabinet housing more than 40 custom-designed wigs. Episode Four: A Day in the Life – Thursday, February 20 Episode four shows viewers a day in the life of the fast-paced world of “Beyond the Gates”, where the cast tackles an intense filming schedule – shooting up to 100 pages a day. Discover the stamina, skill and dedication it takes to bring Fairmont Crest to life, from memorizing lines to delivering powerhouse performances under pressure. Plus, meet the leading men and women of “Beyond the Gates” and get an inside look at what really goes into filming those steamy love scenes. Episode Five: Sneak Peek and Guest Stars – Friday, February 21 In episode five, get ready for an exclusive first look at “Beyond the Gates”’ explosive premiere. With high stakes, deep secrets and unforgettable drama, this sneak peek sets the stage for a season filled with twists and surprises. Plus, hear directly from the cast and creators about what’s in store for Fairmont Crest. Then, unlock the ET Vault to revisit where we first met the stars of “Beyond the Gates” and where you may have seen them before. Addiitonally, don’t miss a special behind-the-scenes look at some of the show’s exciting guest stars – including “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Nischelle Turner. Go on set as she steps into Fairmont Crest for a must-see cameo, giving fans a glimpse of the fun and surprises still to come. In addition to its airing on CBS, “Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood” will be available to stream Live and On Demand on Paramount+, the official home of popular soap operas like “The Bold and the Beautiful,” “The Young and the Restless” and “Beyond the Gates.” “Beyond the Gates” is the first brand new soap opera set to debut on a broadcast network in more than 25 years, since the launch of “Passions” in 1999, and the first-ever one-hour Black-centric daytime drama series. The series premieres Monday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT on CBS, and will be available to stream Live and On Demand on Paramount+. The series is developed and produced by the CBS Studios/NAACP Venture, led by Sheila Ducksworth, in partnership with P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble. The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution. Michele Val Jean is the creator, executive producer and showrunner alongside executive producers Sheila Ducksworth, Julie Carruthers, Robert Guza Jr., Leon W. Russell, Derrick Johnson, Kimberly Doebereiner and Anna Saalfeld. The series stars Tamara Tunie, Clifton Davis, Daphnee Duplaix, Karla Mosley, Alex Alegria, Lauren Buglioli, Brandon Claybon, Timon Kyle Durrett, Sean Freeman, Ben Gavin, Marquita Goings, Jibre Hordges, Jen Jacob, Maurice Johnson, Trisha Mann-Grant, Mike Manning, RhonniRose Mantilla, Ambyr Michelle, Colby Muhammad and Arielle Prepetit. Since late December, CBS had been airing encore episodes of “The Price is Right” during the 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT time period. The final encore episode of the popular game show will air on Friday, February 14. Original episodes continue airing at 11:00 a.m. ET/10:00 a.m. PT on CBS. All episodes are also available to stream Live and On Demand on Paramount+. Note: The post CBS Sets ‘Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood’ Daytime Special appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced on Tuesday that Fran Brill, the first female Muppet performer after Jane Henson to be hired by Jim Henson for “Sesame Street,” will be the Lifetime Achievement Honoree at “The 3rd Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards.” Brill, who joined “Sesame Street” during the show’s second season and created and performed characters such as Zoe and Prairie Dawn, among many other memorable neighborhood characters, will be presented with the prestigious honor in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 15. “I am honored and humbled to be recognized by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, which has done so much to advance the arts and sciences of television. My years of working on ‘Sesame Street,’ under the leadership of cultural icons Jim Henson and Joan Ganz Cooney, made an enormous contribution to the person I became,” said Brill. “I feel both fortunate and proud to have created characters that live on today, and I hope young people continue to look to ‘Sesame Street’ and pursue careers in puppetry; there is no other medium like it.” In addition to Brill, the organization also announced the 2025 Gold and Silver Circle Honorees in the Children’s & Family community, recognizing individuals who have made enduring contributions in broadcasting. Inductees are professionals who have performed distinguished service within the television industry, setting standards for achievement, mentoring, leadership and professional accolades for 50 or 25 years, respectively. “Ms. Brill has enjoyed a stellar career, from creating iconic and loveable Muppet characters to voice acting on cartoons, including ‘Doug’ and ‘Sheep in the City,’ which has brought so much joy to children and their families,” said Adam Sharp, NATAS President and CEO. “We’re honored to fête her in front of so many of her peers and fans. And we’re thrilled to celebrate and welcome this new group of television industry legends into the Gold and Silver Circle.” What follows is a breakdown of this year’s Gold and Silver Circle Inductees: Gold Circle – 2025 Inductees Charlie Adler, Voice Director and Actor – Disney, Nickelodeon, Sony, Cartoon Network Hedda B. Sharapan, Child Development Consultant, Fred Rogers Productions Silver Circle – 2025 Inductees Richard A. Fernandes, VP of Original Series (‘Noggin’), Paramount Carol Greenwald, Senior Executive Producer, GBH Kids Susette Hsiung, Executive Vice President, Studio Production & Network Programming Operations, Disney Branded Television Linda Simensky, Head of Character Development and Scripted Content, Duolingo Halle Stanford, Executive Producer, The Jim Henson Company Steven Vincent, Senior Vice President, Music and Soundtracks, Disney Branded Television The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is a service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational, and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy Awards for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime, and Children’s & Family programming, as well as achievements in television Technology & Engineering. Note: The post ‘Sesame Street’ Muppet Performer Fran Brill To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award At ‘The 3rd Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” will welcome Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts and running back Saquon Barkley to Studio 6B on the Tuesday, February 11 episode of the NBC late-night show, marking their first late-night television appearance since their win over the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX. Their appearance comes as the Eagles beat the Chiefs 40-22 during Sunday’s big game which saw Hurts throwing over 220 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Barkley made history by setting a new record for the most rushing yards in the regular season and playoffs. Joining Hurts and Barkely on Tuesday will be Eagles teammates Jordan Mailata, Landon Dickerson, Cam Jurgens, Mekhi Becton and Lane Johnson will also make a cameo. The episode will also feature basketball star Jaylen Brown, “XO Kitty” star Anna Cathcart and comedian Leslie Lia. “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. Stream next day on Peacock. Note: The post Philadelphia Eagles Players Jalen Hurts & Saquon Barkley Head To ‘The Tonight Show’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

We’re officially just two weeks away from the launch of “Beyond the Gates,” the first brand new soap opera set to debut on a broadcast network in more than 25 years, since the launch of “Passions” in 1999, and the first-ever one-hour Black-centric daytime drama series. Premiering Monday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT on CBS, and available to stream Live and On Demand on Paramount+, “Beyond the Gates” is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington, D.C. in one of the most affluent African American counties in the United States, and follows an affluent Black family who holds court over Fairmont Crest, a posh gated community that’s the center of luxury with wealthy residents harboring deep secrets. In honor of the historic moment, CBS recently released a behind the scenes look at the show’s start of production, recapping everything from the studio’s ribbon cutting to the first script reading with the cast, the first walk through the studio featuring 27 sets, the first taping, and even the first photo shoots, among several other firsts for the new series. “It’s an absolute thrill to be a part of this historic moment in daytime television,” said series star Tamara Tunie, who plays the show’s matriarch Anita Dupree. “Procter & Gamble with Sheila [Ducksworth, executive producer, and president, CBS Studios/NAACP Venture]… this was her vision. She and Michele Val Jean partnered together then it just became electric.” “I’ve been living with this world in my head. I got here and there were faces to the characters, sets, clothes and so much hair,” commented the show’s creator Val Jean, who also serves as executive producer, showrunner, and head writer. “I’ve always wanted to create a show centered around rich Black people.” “[In] the early 70s, remembering how difficult it was to find roles, and now we have African American writers,” pointed out Clifton Davis, who plays show patriarch Vernon Dupree. “It lifts my spirit to see how many advancements African American professionals in this industry have made.” Brandon Claybon Quantrell Colbert/CBS “You can’t beat this. This is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of gig,” said Brandon Claybon, who plays Martin Richardson, a congressman who lives outside “the gates” in a Washington, D.C., brownstone with his husband and two adopted children. The video concluded with Davis playing the piano in the Dupree family living room, with his co-stars, including Tunie, Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree) and Daphnee Duplaix (Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson), standing beside him and enjoying the entertainment. Watch the full clip below and check out “Beyond the Gates” when it debuts in two weeks on CBS! Note: The post Cast of ‘Beyond the Gates’ Talk “Historic Moment in Daytime Television” appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

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This week on “The Young and the Restless,” while the real Damian (Jermaine Rivers) is set for a reunion with Amy (Valerie Pettiford) courtesy of Nate (Sean Dominic), Victor (Eric Braeden) manipulates matters when dealing with Kyle (Michael Mealor). Elsewhere, love is on the horizon in Genoa City as surprising connections are revealed, A full breakdown of what will happen on “The Young and the Restless” during the week of February 10-14, 2025 can be read below. DVR ALERTS Monday, February 10, 2025– Victor undermines Kyle. – Victoria and Nick discuss family matters. – Chelsea sets the record straight with Sharon.New | #13057 Tuesday, February 11, 2025– Victor defends his actions. – Nate struggles to reunite Amy and Damian. – Diane takes matters into her own hands.New | #13058 Wednesday, February 12, 2025– Billy and Sally visit the City of Love. – Sharon gets the cold shoulder from Summer. – Daniel faces a tough decision.New | #13059 Thursday, February 13, 2025– Devon and Lily warn Nate about Damian. – Phyllis sets boundaries. – Holden reconnects with an old acquaintance.New | #13060 Friday, February 14, 2025– Love is in the air in Genoa City as old flames are revisited and new relationships are explored.New | #13061 Note: The post The Young and the Restless PreVUE For the Week of February 10-14, 2025 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Best known to daytime fans for his portrayal as Father Lonigan on “Passions,” actor Bruce French has died. He was 79 years old. French died Friday, February 7 in Los Angeles of complications from Alzheimer’s, his wife of 34 years, Eileen Barnett (“Days of our Lives”), told The Hollywood Reporter. French was first diagnosed with Alzheimer’s around four years ago, Barnett shared with the outlet. On “Passions,” French made a memorable impression on the show playing a priest who had lost his sight after a church he had been in burned down while he was looking to save a statue of an angel. His primary role in Harmony was advising citizens on the problems they sought solutions to, particularly those told to him by the young adult characters. French appeared in several hundred episodes of the drama series from its debut on NBC in July 1999 and into its run on DirecTV’s 101 Network. The series wrapped in August 2008. Born July 4, 1945 in Reinbeck, Iowa, French graduated from the University of Iowa and served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He also studied acting at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. He made his onscreen debut in the 1974 Frank Perry-directed “Man on a Swing,” starring Cliff Robertson and Joel Grey. Throughout his illustrious career, French had been credited in more than 150 film and television productions, including “Roots: The Next Generation,” “Dallas,” “Knots Landing” “Star Trek: Voyager,” “Star Trek: Enterprise,” “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “Ally McBeal,” “The West Wing,” “Gilmore Girls,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Mad Men,” “Beverly Hills, 90210,” and “Pacific Palisades.” The character actor made a noticeable impresion in such films as “Mr. Deeds,” “Jurassic Park III,” “Mission Impossible III,” and “Fletch,” among others. In addition to his wife, French is survived by his nieces Claire and Paula. Note: The post R.I.P. Bruce French – ‘Passions’ Actor Dies At 79 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Former “Guiding Light” and “One Life to Live” star Kim Zimmer is set to play the lead role in the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center production of “The Trip to Bountiful.” The play follows Carrie Watts (Zimmer), an elderly woman from the south who dreams of escaping the busy city and seeks a return to rural Bountiful, Texas. While setting out on a journey to her beloved hometown with her family in hot pursuit, Carrie encounters kindness and compassion … and discovers the true meaning of home. “Oh boy! Here we go! And now those wonderful butterflies in my stomach begin!” commented Zimmer on Instagram, announcing her participation. In addition to Zimmer, the cast includes Will Ray who plays Ludie Watts, Dana Costello as Jessie Mae Watts, Casey Wortham as Thelma, Trevor Johnson as Ray and Brian Westbrook as the Sherrif. Tickets for “The Trip to Bountiful” are set to go on sale Monday, February 24 with the play set to run from Wednesday, March 26 through Sunday, April 6. Zimmer is best known to daytime fans for her portrayal as Reva Shayne on “Guiding Light” and Echo DiSavoy on “One Life to Live.” She most recently starred in the film “Bleeding Love,” working alongside Ewan McGregor and Clara McGregor. For more information about the play and how to purchase tickets, click here. Note: The post Kim Zimmer To Star In Theatre Raleigh Arts Center Production of ‘The Trip To Bountiful’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

FOX News Channel continues to top the ratings charts, delivering its highest-rated January in cable news history and marking its 23rd consecutive year as the number one network in cable news, averaging 1.916 million viewers in total day viewership and 2.781 million viewers in primetime. In daytime, the network topped ABC’s “The View” head-to-head for the first time ever with “The Faulkner Focus,” anchored by Harris Faulkner. The daytime news show averaged 2.552 million viewers in January, +44,000 viewers ahead of “The View” and its 2.508 million viewers. “I could not grab this big win without my wonderful team,” said Faulkner of the achievement. “It’s a testament to the hard work and passion we put into bringing Americans the latest news and analysis on what matters most to them. “The Faulkner Focus” is a place where audiences can tune in and know their questions about the day’s headlines will be answered with respect for all sides and we are proud viewers continue to choose us at 11 a.m.” http://www.soapoperanetwork.com/media/2025/02/173503_Group_02_0135_comp__V3-edited-1-1024x576.jpgSara Haines, Ana Navarro, Sunny Hostin, Joy Behar, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Whoopi Goldberg Jeff Lipsky/ABC The win for Faulkner is noteworthy as her series airs on cable and requires a subscription, while “The View” airs on broadcast television, which is available to anyone without requiring a subscription. “The Faulkner Focus” averaged 310,000 viewers among Adults 25-54, the key demo used to sell ads for news programming. “The Faulkner Focus” debuted in 2021 and has become a staple on the FOX News daytime lineup, which also includes “America’s Newsroom,” “Outnumbered” and “America Reports.” In January, the daytime shows each attracted their highest-rated month ever among Total Viewers, starting with the Bill Hemmer and Dana Perino-anchored “America’s Newsroom,” averaging 2.4 million viewers and 288,000 among Adults 25-54 at 9:00 a.m. ET, followed by “The Faulkner Focus” with 2.6 million viewers and 310,000 among Adults 25-54 at 11:00 a.m. ET, “Outnumbered” with 2.5 million viewers and 277,000 among Adults 25-54 at noon ET, and finally the John Roberts and Sandra Smith-anchored “America Reports” with 2.5 million viewers and 272,000 among Adults 25-54. At 3:00 p.m. ET, the Martha MacCallum-anchored “The Story” averaging 2.3 million viewers and 263,000 among Adults 25-54, while at 4:00 p.m. ET, “Your World” anchored by Neil Cavuto concluded its 28 season run, airing its final episode on Friday, January 17. It was replaced by “The Will Cain Show” beginning Tuesday, January 21. Together, the shows averaged 2.3 million viewers and 263,000 among Adults 25-54. Overall, FOX News led among Total Viewers with “The Five” (4.765 million), “Jesse Waters Primetime (4.122 million), “Hannity” (3.769 million), “Special Report” (3.489 million) and “The Ingraham Angle” (3.462 million) topping the charts as the five most watched shows in cable news. Among Adults 25-54, the order changed a bit with “The Five” (531,000) remaining a solid number one. “Jesse Waters Primetime” (527,000) was right behind, followed by “Hannity” (506,000), “The Ingraham Angle” (452,000) and “Gutfeld” (446,000). “As we mark 23 years as America’s most-watched cable news network, I would like to thank our incredible team both on and off the camera for their dedication to delivering the best product in news,” said FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott. “Each year, we surpass new milestones, continue to innovate, and outperform the competition due to their tireless efforts and I could not be prouder.” Note: The post ‘The Faulkner Focus’ on Fox News Channel Tops ABC’s ‘The View’ For The First Time Ever appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Returning to Bravo for the first time since exiting “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” actress Denise Richards is set to return to the network next month when her new series “Denise Richards and Her Wild Things” premieres with two back-to-back half-hour episodes on Tuesday, March 4, following an all-new episode of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” In the half-hour comedic docuseries, which Richards also executive produces, viewers will get an inside look at her complicated and unpredictable family life. The show features Richards, her daughters Sami Sheen, Lola Sheen and Eloise Richards, and her husband Aaron Phyphers, as they show what their famous, loving and hilarious life is like. According to loglines released by Bravo, Richards is trying to balance it all as she navigates being an actress, wife and mother in the public eye. When her daughters Sami and Lola can’t see eye-to-eye, Denise works hard to keep her family together. Along the way, Denise gets together with her famous friends and ex-husband Charlie Sheen for a series of wild and offbeat adventures in Hollywood. Meet The Family Denise’s vivacious eldest daughter Sami has carved her own path and made a name for herself by posting mature content on OnlyFans. Meanwhile, Sami struggles to trust her younger sister Lola, which has created a major rift in their relationship. Middle daughter Lola could not be more different from her famous family. Soft-spoken but determined, Lola finds comfort in her faith and wishes her sister Sami could see things through her eyes. Denise’s sweet-natured youngest daughter, Eloise, brings out the best in her family. As the glue that holds her family together, Eloise’s presence reminds her sisters of what’s important in life. Denise’s husband of six years, Aaron, supports his wife endlessly while navigating a blended family. In addition to airing two back-to-back half-hour episodes on March 4, the series will air another two back-to-back half-hour episodes on Tuesday, March 11 before finally airing just one half-hour episode each week starting Tuesday, March 18. The series will air every week at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo with episodes available to stream the next day on Peacock. “Denise Richards and Her Wild Things” is executive produced by Alex Baskin, Jenn Levy, Joe Kingsley and Jeff Festa for 32 Flavors; Denise Richards for Smoke and Mirrors Entertainment; and Adam Griffin, Brian McCarthy, Brittany Nabors and Luke Neslage. Check out a trailer for the new series below. Note: The post Denise Richards To Star In New Reality Series For Bravo appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

In a message posted across its social media channels, “Days of our Lives” has issued a dispatch from Lady Whistleblower, calling out an imposter that had been impersonating the show’s official TikTok account while warning that ripping its content is trademark infringement. “It has come to our attention that a most scandalous imposter dared to masquerade as the esteemed @PeacockDays on TikTok,” opened the message designed as a letter. “This person, with the audacity of a rogue in the night, not only stole the identity of ‘Days of our Lives,’ but shamelessly snatched every treasured piece of content crafted for their beloved fans. A travesty, indeed!” “Thanks to the sharp eye of a most loyal and clever fan (a true hero of the digital age), this deception was exposed, and the nefarious account was banished within the hour,” continued the message, adding, “Beware of imposters! Accept no substitutes! The one and only ‘Days of our Lives’ TikTok resides at @PeacockDays.Follow with fun & kindness.” The letter seemingly included a stern warning to fans allegedly lifting content from the show, regardless of intent, and marked the first time it has formally addressed recent takedowns of accounts that were reported for copyright and trademark infringement to several social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, among others, by distributor Sony Pictures Television. “Ripping ‘Days of our Lives’ content is trademark infringement,” the letter pointed out,” noting “The sands int he hourglass wait for no fraud.” The letter was signed by Lady Whistleblower, referencing the fictional character involved in current storylines who is sharing all the “Body & Soul” secrets with Salemites, and is a parody version of Lady Whistledown from the Netflix series “Bridgerton.” You can read the full Lady Whistleblower letter below. Note: The post ‘Days of our Lives’ Addresses TikTok Imposter Situation, Denounces Trademark Infringement appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“General Hospital” star Josh Kelly (Cody Bell) is set to appear in the Monday, February 10 episode of “NCIS: Origins.” Although character details have not been released, photos from the episode, entitled “Monsoon,” show Kelly appearing in scenes working alongside series stars Austin Stowell (Leroy Jethro Gibbs), Mariel Molino (Cecilia “Lala” Dominguez), Caleb Foote (Bernard “Randy” Randolf) and Tyla Abercrumbie (Mary Jo Hayes), among others. Directed by Hanelle M. Culpepper from a script written by Gina Lucita Monreal, the episode finds the team investigating the brutal murder of a veteran who fell on hard times after serving in Vietnam, leading Franks (Kyle Schmid) to reflect on his own struggles following the war. Also, Gibbs considers a new path forward. “NCIS: Origins” follows a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs in 1991, years before the events of “NCIS,” and is narrated by Mark Harmon. In the series, Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office, where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks. The series airs Mondays at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Stream Live and On Demand on Paramount+. Kelly previously appeared in a 2010 episode of “NCIS: Los Angeles,” playing Navy Petty Officer Mostel Renney. Check out photos from Kelly’s appearance below. Sonja Flemming/CBSSonja Flemming/CBS Note: The post ‘General Hospital’ Star Josh Kelly To Guest on ‘NCIS: Origins’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Yes, that's the new official Y&R YouTube channel since CBS has decided to be lazy when it comes to their shows -- they stopped producing promos for either show in December 2023 and the shows are now internally doing their own marketing/promotion.

I'm not saying you can't post the information. The more information, the better, as any person who can benefit from it is for the best. I'm just noting that it isn't the policy of SON. Understandable. Thank you for clarifying/clearing up any confusion.

Syndicated shows “Dish Nation,” “Person, Place or Thing” and “Pictionary” will not be returning for another season, reports TVNewsCheck, citing a spokeswoman for Fox First Run, the first-run development arm for Fox Entertainment, and the distribution company for Fox Television Stations. According to the outlet, as ratings continue to fall below sustainable financial levels for syndicated programming, many station groups are faced with making the difficult decision of what shows will continue airing on their schedules. Of the first-run syndicated programs currently airing across much of FOX Television Stations, TVNewsCheck noted that only talk show “Sherri,” distributed by Debmar-Mercury, and FOX-owned “TMZ” and “TMZ Live” appear safe. Meanwhile, Warner Bros. distributed shows like “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” “Extra” and “True Crime News,” and Trifecta’s “Crime Expose with Nancy O’Dell,” are said to be on the bubble. “Fox’s decisions have ramifications for stations all across the nation because it is the group that clears shows through the country’s three largest markets: New York, Los Angeles and Chicago,” the outlet said in its reporting while emphasizing stations are seeking daytime programming that “can generate revenue streams across multiple platforms and/or be run multiple times a day.” Looking to the future, only two first-run offerings are set to premiere this fall, both of which are game shows – CBS Media Ventures vehicle “Perfect Line,” hosted by Deborah Norville, and “Scrambled Up!” from Keller/Noll, Playing Field Entertainment and Crazy Legs Productions. Game shows continue performing well for stations with “Jeopardy!” “Wheel of Fortune” and “Family Feud” at the top of the syndication ratings, and even the Jaleel White-hosted game show “Flip Side” growing to all time highs, emerging as the fourth most watched syndicated game show. A co-production between Fox First Run and CBS Media Ventures, the Jerry O’Connell-hosted “Pictionary” premiered in the fall of 2022 and is based on the beloved game of quick sketches and hilarious guesses by Mattel. Meanwhile, the Dino Bones Productions produced “Person, Place or Thing” debuted in 2023 and is hosted by Melissa Peterman. After an initial test run in the summer of 2011, “Dish Nation” officially entered the syndication game in the fall of 2012, featuring a group of radio deejays discussing the latest news and information with an emphasis on celebrities and entertainment. In its later seasons, the show became a talk/entertainment hybrid and was hosted by Tamar Braxton, Headkrack, Gary with da Tea, Da Brat, Tanner Thomason and Jessie Woo. Note: The post Fox First Run Cancels ‘Dish Nation,’ ‘Person, Place or Thing’ & ‘Pictionary’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

NBC will continue celebrating 50 years of “Saturday Night Live” when the network broadcasts the first-ever episode of the late night program on Saturday, February 15 at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT in place of an original episode during the show’s regular time slot. Originally aired on October 11, 1975, under the title “NBC’s Saturday Night,” the first episode of the iconic sketch comedy series was hosted by George Carlin with musical guests Billy Preston and Janice Ian, and gave viewers a first look at the cast of relative unknowns, later dubbed the Not Ready for Prime Time Players – Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris, Laraine Newman and Gilda Radner. Also appearing on the show that night was comedian Andy Kaufman and a sketch from Muppets creator Jim Henson. Earlier in the night, NBC will air an encore presentation of the critically acclaimed documentary “Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music,” directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Oz Rodriguez, at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. Other “Saturday Night Live”-themed programming planned for this month includes “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” a three-hour live event airing Sunday, February 16 on NBC, and “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” streaming live on Peacock on Friday, February 14. For more information on both specials, click here. Produced in association with Broadway Video, “Saturday Night Live” airs Saturday nights on NBC and is available to stream on Peacock. The series was created by Lorne Michaels, who continues to executive produce the series. Note: The post NBC to Air First-Ever Episode Of ‘Saturday Night Live’ In Honor of Late Night Show’s 50th Anniversary Season appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Donna, This is a message board. Posters aren't expected to post anything like that whatsoever. The only time any of that is used is when I use it in articles, but that is a professional expectation as a journalist. No way are posters expected to do so. If this a customary expectation of posters, particularly due to "trigger" issues, it's news to me.

In celebration of Black History Month, the Paley Center for Media will host a special screening of “Beyond the Gates” at the Paley Museum in New York City with cast members Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree) and Daphnee Duplaix (Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson), along with executive producer Sheila Ducksworth, set to attend. Scheduled to take place on Thursday, February 20 at 6:30 p.m. local time., attendees can look forward to a panel discussion following the screening, moderated by “CBS Mornings” featured host Vladimir Duthiers. Premiering Monday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT on CBS, and available to stream Live and On Demand on Paramount+, “Beyond the Gates” follows an affluent Black family who holds court over Fairmont Crest, a posh gated community that’s the center of luxury with wealthy residents harboring deep secrets. The series was created by veteran writer Michele Val Jean, who also serves as executive producer, showrunner, and head writer. Tickets to the event are $24 for Paley members and $30 for the general public. For more information on the event, including how to purchase tickets, click here Note: The post ‘Beyond the Gates’ Cast Members Tamara Tunie & Daphnee Duplaix To Attend Special Paley Center For Media Screening In New York City appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Disney Entertainment Television (DET) announced on Thursday participants for its 2024-2025 Directing Progam and 2025 Writing Progam, as part of the company’s initiative to foster the next generation of creative talent by connecting emerging writers and directors with opportunities across DET’s scripted and unscripted television slate. “We’re building on our collaboration with the Directing Program so that more emerging directors will receive the invaluable opportunity to learn firsthand from world-class creators, while also bringing their unique perspectives to some of our most beloved unscripted shows,” said Rob Mills, executive vice president, Unscripted and Alternative Entertainment, Walt Disney Television. “We’re excited to share their work with viewers at home when their episodes debut later this year.” The 2024-2025 scripted directing cohort includes Karla Braun, Shawn Pipkin-West, Sarah Smith, Kate Sullivan, Ashley Williams and Kelly Yu. The unscripted cohort includes Jaclyn Amor, Ana Breton, Dara DiGerolamo, Tiana Gandelman and Roger Melvin. “General Hospital” ABC/Hulu This year, the program adds the 20th Television produced ABC series “9-1-1” to its roster of scripted directing opportunities for participants and will see a significant expansion with its unscripted slate that will also include the ABC shows “American Idol” and “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” as well as Freeform’s “Project Runway.” Other directing opportunities include “The Chi,” “Dancing with the Stars,” “General Hospital” and “The Rookie.” “This year’s cohorts have already begun making their mark with their creative vision and bold storytelling,” said Tim McNeal, senior vice president, Creative Talent Development and Inclusion, DET. “As part of the Directing and Writing Programs, this exceptional group of talent will have even more opportunities to shape the future of television, both here at Disney and across the industry.” Since its launch in 2001, notable alumni from the DET Directing Program include Pete Chatmon (“Interior Chinatown,” “High Potential”), Ryan Coogler (“Black Panther” franchise, “Anthem”), Regina King (“Insecure”), Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour Jr. (“Shōgun”), Amin Kaderali (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Jude Weng (“Only Murders in the Building”) and Hannah Fidell (“Pam & Tommy”). As for the DET Writing Program, the 2025 cohort includes Monib Abhat, Mike Carreon, Jason Cho, Neda Davarpanah, Fatima Eldigair, Ananya Hegde, Andrina Smith and Alie Turfe. Eldigair has also been selected as the second annual FX Singleton Scholar, a scholarship that honors the life and legacy of legendary director, producer and mentor John Singleton by offering mentorship from FX and special staffing consideration on an FX series. Since its founding more than 35 years ago, the writing program has helped launch the careers of numerous aspiring writers, including such notable alumni as Raamla Mohamed (“Reasonable Doubt”), Ayanna Floyd Davis (“The Chi”), Anthony Sparks (“Mike,” “Bel-Air”), Sabir Pirzada (“Ms. Marvel”), Janine Salinas (“Snowfall”), Tash Gray (“Reasonable Doubt”) and Luvh Rakhe (“Dave”). The program provides writers with advanced creative workshops as they refine their portfolios, and meet and learn from DET creative executives, producers, showrunners and other program alumni. Each participant is a contract employee of Disney for one year, with weekly salary and benefits, or until they staff on a show and are compensated at WGA scale. According to Disney, the program has maintained a nearly 100% annual staffing rate for more than a decade. Note: The post Disney Entertainment Television Unveils 2024-2025 Directing and 2025 Writing Program Participants appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The special week-long daytime run of “Hollywood Squares,” featuring encore episodes of the primetime game show during the week of January 27-31, proved successful for CBS. According to ratings data released by Nielsen, “Hollywood Squares” topped the performance of former timeslot holder “The Talk” in 12 of the 13 weeks of the show’s 15th and final season among Women 18-49 rating, while tying the chat show for at least one of those weeks. Similarly, the daytime airings of the game show beat “The Talk” in 11 of the 13 weeks among Women 25-54 rating, and tied the performance of the talker for two of those 13 weeks. Compared to the same week last year, “Hollywood Squares” was up over the performance of “The Talk,” jumping +0.04 among Women 25-54 (0.27 rating vs. 0.23 rating), but remained flat year-to-year with the talk show among Women 18-49, both with a 0.18 rating. As for the game show’s performance compared to the final week of “The Talk,” “Hollywood Squares” was up +0.03 among Women 18-49 (0.18 rating vs. 0.15 rating) and up +0.04 among Women 25-54 (0.27 rating vs. 0.23 rating). For the week, “Hollywood Squares” averaged a 0.18 rating among Women 18-49 and a 0.27 rating among Women 25-54, beating “GMA3: What You Need to Know” and “NBC News Daily” in both categories. Featuring award-winning actress and talk show host Drew Barrymore (“The Drew Barrymore Show”) in the center square and hosted by Nate Burleson (“CBS Mornings,” “The NFL Today”), “Hollywood Squares” is a primetime revival of the iconic game show which showcases a unique lineup of celebrity guests in every episode as they take turns answering questions while contestants determine the legitimacy of their responses to score points and win exciting prizes. “Beyond the Gates” CBS Following the special week-long daytime run of “Hollywood Squares,” CBS returned to airing encore episodes of “The Price is Right,” which is holding the timeslot for CBS’ upcoming daytime drama series, “Beyond the Gates,” premiering Monday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT. Wrap-Up What follows is a breakdown of how the daytime broadcast shows performed during the week of January 27-31, 2024 among Women 18-49 rating and Women 25-54 rating, including their performance during the comparable week last year. A closer look at how the daytime soaps performed, specifically their daily performance breakdown in the demos, can be viewed here. Note: Year-to-year comparisons for “Hollywood Squares” are based on the 2024 performance of “The Talk.”* Women 18-49 Rating Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20241. The Price Is Right 2 (CBS)0.360.400.422. The Price Is Right 1 (CBS)0.320.360.413. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.250.240.304. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.240.280.34— The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.240.240.296. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.230.280.30— Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.230.230.258. TODAY with Jenna & Friends (NBC)0.210.220.259. General Hospital (ABC)0.190.200.24— The View (ABC)0.190.200.2111. Hollywood Squares (CBS) – R*0.18N/A0.18*12. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.150.160.12— NBC News Daily (NBC)0.150.160.15 Women 25-54 Rating Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20241. The Price Is Right 2 (CBS)0.510.580.602. The Price Is Right 1 (CBS)0.470.520.573. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.450.500.514. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.400.440.495. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.390.410.416. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.340.340.417. TODAY with Jenna & Friends (NBC)0.330.340.418. General Hospital (ABC)0.310.350.43— The View (ABC)0.310.310.3510. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.300.320.3711. Hollywood Squares (CBS) – R*0.27N/A0.23*12. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.240.250.22— NBC News Daily (NBC)0.240.250.25 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 R = RepeatS = SpecialP = PremiereNR = Not Rated / Not RankedN/A = Not Available* denotes further information Summary (Preemptions/Schedule Changes)* On Thursday, January 30, several shows were preempted all or in part, including NBC News Daily, TODAY with Jenna & Friends, TODAY 3rd Hour, General Hospital, The View, Hollywood Squares and the second half-hour of The Price is Right. NBC programming in particularly were broken out on the day with their episodes excluded from their weekly and season averages. Note: The post RATINGS: ‘Hollywood Squares’ Outperforms Final Season of ‘The Talk’ With Special Daytime Run appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Most definitely! Even better, I'd love a cameo on the show by Jasmine Guy!

Anytime! Ironically, when I checked earlier the TikTok page didn't have their logo attached as the avatar but now it does. Now it's clear it's their page. The page had been up since at least December, per uploaded dates.

CBS Daytime Drama ‘Beyond the Gates’ Invites Georgia HBCU Students To Win a Walk-On Role Eligible Georgia HBCU students will soon get a chance to enter to win a walk-on role on CBS’ upcoming daytime drama series, “Beyond the Gates.” Find out how.

Less than three weeks from the premiere episode of “Beyond the Gates,” executive producers Sheila Ducksworth, president of the CBS Studios/NAACP Venture, and Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP announced on Thursday that the show is inviting eligible students from participating Georgia-based HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) with the chance to enter to win a walk-on role on the daytime drama series. Sheila Ducksworth Sonja Flemming/CBS “In addition to launching a groundbreaking series, we, and CBS, wanted to offer an aspirational experience for a young adult interested in exploring all things TV,” said Ducksworth in a statement. “We also wanted to pay homage to HBCUs — which have been a guiding force for students, families and communities for almost 200 years — and also thank Georgia for availing so many resources to us for the creation of ‘Beyond the Gates.’ We hope that we may pique interest in young people who may have dreams that lie either in front of or behind the camera, and we’re excited to review all of the submissions from outstanding HBCU students of Georgia, regardless of major, and have our winner spend a day with us on set.” The special contest launches on Monday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. ET (premiere date and time for “Beyond the Gates”), and runs through Friday, March 21 at 11:59 p.m. ET, with eligible Georgia HBCU students taking a brief quiz about the show and submitting a video of themselves talking about what they enjoy about the show and what it would mean to them to win this potential walk-on role. Acting experience and training is not required. The official website for submissions will be revealed in the coming weeks on the official “Beyond the Gates” Instagram and TikTok pages (@beyondthegatescbs), along with a complete list of participating HBCUs and all other eligibility requirements, timed to the start of the contest. The shows’ executive producers will select a winner, who will have the chance to appear in an episode of the show in the 2025 season. In addition to the potential walk-on experience, the winner will also enjoy a full “Day in the Life” behind-the-scenes experience with the cast and crew as well as a one-on-one conversation with one of the show’s executive producers. http://www.soapoperanetwork.com/media/2025/01/Beyond-The-Gates-Key-Art-683x1024.jpg“Beyond the Gates” (Key Art) Quantrell Colbert/CBS Taped in Atlanta, “Beyond the Gates” is the first-ever, one-hour Black-centric daytime drama series, and is set in the a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington, D.C. in one of the most affluent African American counties in the United States. At the center of the community are the Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty. But behind these pristine walls and lush, manicured gardens are juicy secrets and scandals waiting to be uncovered. And those who live outside these gates are watching closely. These are the places where the characters live, love, work and play. Those who have “made it” and those who haven’t are all trying to navigate life … and some with more grace than others. Created by Michele Val Jean, who also serves as executive producer, head writer and showrunner, “Beyond the Gates” is produced by the CBS Studios/NAACP venture in partnership with P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble. Note: The post CBS Daytime Drama ‘Beyond the Gates’ Invites Georgia HBCU Students To Win a Walk-On Role appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More