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Not that we have any recent evidence ABC gives a crap about rebooting AMC/OLTL, but canceling GH wouldn't lead to their sudden resurfacing. No matter what anyone says, especially right now, there are only two things that will get Disney (more than ABC) to rethink a potential reboot of either of those two soaps or even a new soap: A successful launch of The Gates by CBS and/or sudden resurgence in viewership at GH. The only reason ABC fought so hard for DAYS back when the show got four-year deals at NBC was because that show was up for renewal while it was banging down the door at Y&R for dominance in the key sales demos. The growth of a veteran series vs. what it did previously or the successful launch of a new series means only one thing to network executives: copycats. Networks look at what they have in the pipeline or seek out similar concepts when they see another network (or streamer) doing something they think they can duplicate. This is why CBS decided to do FBI Tuesdays after NBC had Chicago Wednesdays (not to mention Dick Wolf produces all of them), and it is why all the networks tried to create their own Lost (sci-fi show where unexplained events happen to characters, including disappearing from "reality"). Heck, where do y'all think "The Real Housewives" franchise came from? It was created as a reality-based version of "Desperate Housewives," but with rich(er) people.

Maurice's lines today, specifically the "cliffhanger" where Kristina overheard him and dropped something on the ground, were ridiculous. Intentional or not, it was as if I was watching a newcomer perform the scene. It's so unlike him. IMO, he didn't like saying those words.

This is slightly off-topic, but with primetime dramas seeing cuts in episode guarantees for contract players/series regulars, I'm surprised we're not getting that more and more in daytime, especially since GH, in particular, is just a never-ending revolving door of contract handouts. More people are on recurring, sure, but it's wild on the contract side.

Memes are fine. I was talking about something specific when I made that comment.

I didn't write this in my article, but since Digest is alluding to it, I'll say it outright here: Don't be surprised if an entirely new writing team is at the helm. Right now, it is 50/50. As I said earlier, "there's more to the story."

https://www.soapoperanetwork.com/2024/05/patrick-mulcahey-out-co-head-writer-general-hospital TLDR: Elizabeth Korte, who became co-head writer alongside Mulcahey, will assume sole head writer duties following Mulcahey’s exit. Although reports indicate Van Etten is replacing Mulcahey as the show’s new co-head writer, sources tell us that is presently not the case, and Korte will retain sole head writer duties.

Nearly five months since being named co-head writer at “General Hospital,” Daytime Emmy Award winner Patrick Mulcahey is exiting the daytime drama series, Soap Opera Network has learned. Elizabeth Korte, who became co-head writer alongside Mulcahey, will assume sole head writer duties following Mulcahey’s exit. News of Mulcahey’s departure from “General Hospital” began circulating on social media Thursday afternoon following a report by The Buzz blog. Having written for several soaps, including a previous tenure as a scriptwriter, breakdown writer and later associate head writer at “General Hospital” in the mid-to-late 90s, Mulcahey is probably best known for his time as a scriptwriter at “The Bold and the Beautiful.” He joined the show’s writing team in 2005 and would later become a story consultant at the series until he left the series in 2019. In related news, Chris Van Etten is back as a breakdown writer at “General Hospital.” Fans of the show will recall that Van Etten and his then-co-head writer, Dan O’Connor, were replaced by Mulcahey and Korte as the show’s new co-head writers. Although reports indicate Van Etten is replacing Mulcahey as the show’s new co-head writer, sources tell us that is presently not the case, and Korte will be the show’s sole head writer. Additional changes within the show’s writing staff are expected. In recent weeks, “General Hospital” has tied its series low among Women 18-49, one of the two key sales demographics that set advertising rates for daytime television programming. The series has also hit a new season low among Total Viewers during the week of May 6-10, 2024, the most recent week in which ratings data is available for the series. Overall, the show has averaged under two million viewers for the fourth consecutive week and the 10th time this season. Note: The post Patrick Mulcahey OUT as Co-Head Writer at ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Well... ABC needs to return its "more to the story" marketing...

On Friday, May 10, the cast and crew of “General Hospital” gathered at Prospect Studios in Hollywood, where the award-winning soap opera is taped, as ABC Entertainment executives honored the series by dedicating its studio, Stage 4, as “The General Hospital Stage.” “This event was supposed to take place in April, 2023 but due to a multitude of reasons was postponed. Well, we finally celebrated the legacy and history of ‘General Hospital’ with a stage dedication placard that will live on forever!” noted Nathan Varni, the ABC Current Series Executive in charge of production for the daytime drama series, in a post on Facebook. Varni added, “Thanks to everyone involved with the show for all your hard work, dedication and passion for continuing to keep this show alive and running! Congrats to all involved!” We deeply admire and appreciate everyone who works around the clock to bring this series to life 255 days a year!” A plaque reading, “‘The General Hospital Stage’: In honor of the iconic television drama’s historic 60th anniversary,” will now grace the entrance to the stage. “General Hospital” made its series debut on April 1, 1963 on ABC. Alberto Rodrigue/Disney As of Thursday, May 16, 2024, “General Hospital” has aired 15,469 episodes. The series is the longest-running television scripted drama currently in production in the United States. It holds the record for the most Outstanding Daytime Drama award wins in Daytime Emmy history, taking home the prestigious award a record 16 times, including its most recent win in 2023. Cast and Crew of “General Hospital” Alberto Rodriguez/Disney In addition to executive producer Frank Valentini, along with other producers and crew members, the dedication ceremony was also attended by numerous current cast members, including (from top-to-bottom, left-to-right), Michael Easton (Finn), Jeff Kober (Cyrus), Chad Duell (Michael), Josh Swickard (Chase), Kristina Wagner (Felicia), John J. York (Mac), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane), Maura West (Ava), Amanda Setton (Brook Lynn), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis), Kirsten Storms (Maxie), Laura Wright (Carly), Robert Gossett (Marshall), Evan Hofer (Dex), Eden McCoy (Josslyn), Brook Kerr (Portia), Donnell Turner (Curtis), Vernee Watson (Stella), Kelly Monaco (Sam), Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth), Josh Kelly (Cody), Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), Jophielle Love, Jane Elliott (Tracy), Jacqueline Grace Lopez (Blaze), Giovanni Mazza (Gio) and Hudson West (Jake), along with other unnamed individuals. “General Hospital” airs weekdays on ABC. The series can be streamed Live and On Demand on Hulu. Note: The post ABC Holds Stage Dedication Ceremony Honoring ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Can we not resort to using memes or even commenting whatsoever if we can't respond to others in a respectful manner with our words? I'm not ready to deal with B.S. right now.

In my article, I didn't write that I received a "no comment." What I wrote was that I had not received a response when pressed for comment prior to posting. There's a difference.

I posted the breakdown writer news, to be clear. I have not updated it as yet until I have two sources requiring an update.

While it was announced in January that “General Hospital” had replaced co-head writers Chris Van Etten and Dan O’Connor with new co-head writers Elizabeth Korte and Patrick Mulcahey, it looks like Van Etten at least is officially back in the writer’s room at the ABC daytime drama series. During the Tuesday, May 14 episode, Van Etten’s name appeared in the credits for the first time since mid-March, this time as a breakdown writer. Savvy fans had an inkling that Van Etten returned to the series when actress Alley Mills let the news slip during a video interview with journalist Michael Fairman in late April. At the time, Mills was discussing her second consecutive Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series for her portrayal of Heather Webber on the series. She won her first-ever Emmy in December 2023 for her work. ABC “… the head writer at the time, Chris Van Etten, who’s still with us, thank god because I just adore him. I love the new head writer who I’ve known forever from ‘The Bold and the Beautiful.’ He’s amazing. We have a double whammy there,” commented Mills while speaking on material she’d been given by the show’s writers since joining the cast in 2022. Mills previously portrayed Pamela Douglas on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” where Mills encountered Patrick Mulcahey, who worked as a scriptwriter for that soap starting in 2005 before later transitioning to the position of story consultant. In 2019, Mulcahey took a break from soap opera writing until landing back at “General Hospital” this year. A rep for “General Hospital” did not immediately respond to a request for comment at press time. Before the switch in head writers, Van Etten had been the co-head writer of “General Hospital” since October 2017, replacing Jean Passanante, who decided to retire after 25 years in the industry. Van Etten worked alongside the show’s then-co-head writer, Shelly Altman, through much of 2019 until she retired, leaving the door open for Dan O’Connor to replace her. Van Etten and O’Connor became the show’s co-head writers in November 2019 and remained in that capacity until they were replaced by Korte and Mulcahey. Before head writing at “General Hospital,” Van Etten had been a breakdown writer at the show since May 2012, joining the writing staff under the show’s then-head writer, Ron Carlivati (now at “Days of our Lives”). Prior to that, Van Etten had been working at “One Life to Live,” where he started out as the assistant to the show’s executive producer, first for Gary Tomlin and then Frank Valentini (now executive producer at “General Hospital”) from 2001-2003. Van Etten went on to become a writer’s associate at “One Life to Live” before being promoted to continuity supervisor, followed by associate head writer in August 2005. By November 2006, Van Etten had become a breakdown writer at the since-canceled New York-based daytime drama series. In 2008, Van Etten won his first Daytime Emmy Award as a member of the “One Life to Live” writing team. Note: The post Chris Van Etten Back to ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

In an Instagram Story published Wednesday, former “Days of our Lives” star Camila Banus seemingly called out her former colleagues over allegedly retaining friendships “with snakes.” The song “Life is a Highway” by the Rascal Flatts accompanied the post. Without providing specifics about who or what exactly she’s referring to, although much can be inferred based on the timing of her exit from the series last year and the revelation of behind-the-scenes turmoil that led to a change in producers, Banus began her message by saying, “I will never understand all the people at my previous place of employment that are friends with snakes.” “Just know this. I remember all, I will continue to remember how those snakes treated me and how others allowed and perpetuated their behavior,” she pointed out, adding, “I remember times where everyone just stayed quiet, knowing what was happening was wrong. Men and women.” At press time, there was no indication of what prompted Banus to post her message, particularly as she announced finished taping at the Burbank-based studio for the series more than a year ago, with her final episode where she appeared as Gabi Hernandez airing in November last year. She portrayed the character off and on for 13 years, joining in October 2010. Banus closed out her Instagram story using two emojis: a teapot and a steaming hot cup of tea, which can be surmised as her “spilling the tea.” Note: The post Camila Banus Calls Out Former ‘Days of our Lives’ Colleagues Over Being “Friends with Snakes” appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The “Jeopardy!” brand is expanding again. Prime Video announced earlier this week that it has ordered “Pop Culture Jeopardy!” from Sony Pictures Television. This marks the first time a “Jeopardy!” series will be created exclusively for a major streaming service. ABC, which has been the primary home for the brand, airs “Celebrity Jeopardy!” and “Jeopardy! Masters” in primetime, while its affiliates make up the bulk of where viewers tune in for the main syndicated series. Putting a twist on the classic quiz show’s “answer-and-question” format that combines the academic rigor of “Jeopardy!” with the excitement and unpredictability of pop culture, “Pop Culture Jeopardy!” will see contestants playing in teams of three, using their expertise in categories from Alternative Rock to The Avengers; Broadway to MMA; Gen Z to Zendaya as they compete in a tournament-style event for the grand prize and ultimate bragging rights. While there is no announced host or release date yet, the series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Access to the streamer requires an Amazon Prime membership. “‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ is its own cultural moment, marking the first time the iconic franchise will premiere exclusively on a streaming service,” said Lauren Anderson, head of AVOD originals unscripted and targeted programming, Amazon MGM Studios. “With a team-based approach and pop-culture focus, our global Prime Video customers will exclusively experience this innovative spin on ‘Jeopardy!’ while testing their knowledge on topics that both define and transcend generations.” “Pop Culture Jeopardy!” is produced by Sony Pictures Television for Prime Video. Seven-time Emmy Award winner Michael Davies will serve as executive producer, the same role he holds in all other current “Jeopardy!” incarnations. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to collaborate with our partners at Amazon to make Prime Video the home for our new ‘Jeopardy!’ spinoff series,” said Suzanne Prete, President, Game Shows, Sony Pictures Television. “With Michael Davies at the helm, ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ is going to be a nail biter for game show enthusiasts who can expect to see teams competing at the highest level of ‘Jeopardy!’ combined with a fresh twist of pop culture Olympics for the mind…it’s going to be a must-watch for long-time viewers and new fans alike.” For information on how to become a “Pop Culture Jeopardy!” contestant, visit the show’s official website. Note: The post ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ Ordered at Prime Video appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Steve Burton (“General Hospital,” “Days of our Lives”) is officially dating Michelle Lundstrom, Daily Drama reported on Wednesday. Although the outlet didn’t share any additional information about the couple, specifically how long they’ve been together, nor where or how they met, it did publish two undated photos of the pair out and about in New York City (see here). In one photo, Burton and Lundstrom are seen smiling while walking around with their hands intertwined. In another, the couple poses atop the Empire State Building’s Observation Deck, which provides an impressive view of the New York skyline. Burton and Lundstrom have not gone “social media official,” whereby publicly acknowledging their relationship with photos and declarations. Still, Daily Drama, which houses Burton’s podcast that he co-hosts with Bradford Anderson (“General Hospital”), indicated Burton confirmed the relationship with them directly. The relationship news comes nearly six months after Burton finalized his divorce from ex-wife Sheree Gustin, whom he had been married for nearly 25 years and with whom he shares three children (Makena, Jack and Brooklyn). Their separation was first revealed in May 2022, with Burton admitting Gustin’s then-announced pregnancy was not connected to him, stating, “The child is not mine. We are still co-parenting our three beautiful kids.” Since then, Gustin has given birth to two additional children, daughters Izabella, unveiled to the public in February 2023, and Addy Jay, born earlier this year. "Some things I’ve realized with having my 4th baby in my 40s…I know how fast it goes by. I don’t sweat the small stuff, and I do my best to be present with all my children and live in the moment," said Gustin in an Instagram post shortly revealing the first photos of Izabela to the world. As for Lundstrom, she is probably best known as a contestant during the second season of Netflix’s “Barbecue Showdown” (formerly “The American Barbecue Showdown”). The food competition series follows the best backyard smokers and competitive barbecuers competing for the title of American Barbecue Champion. Season 2 concluded in May 2023. While she didn’t win the competition, having been eliminated during the season’s sixth episode (out of eight), Lundstrom made a memorable impression on the judges and viewers at home. Note: The post Steve Burton Dating ‘Barbecue Showdown’ Contestant Michelle Lundstrom appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

https://www.nielsen.com/news-center/2024/nielsen-launches-the-media-distributor-gauge-first-convergent-tv-comparison-of-its-kind/

Thank you for correcting me. I don't know why I used the word in my sentence when talking about Hulu having more viewership than Disney+. In that vein, Nielsen recently introduced a new tracking model that indicates the overall reach of all the current popular streamers, and in it, Hulu has 3.1% of the market to Disney+, which has 1.8% in terms of Total Day viewership among Persons 2+. The Hulu number excludes subscribers to the Hulu+Live TV plan. For more info: https://www.nielsen.com/news-center/2024/nielsen-launches-the-media-distributor-gauge-first-convergent-tv-comparison-of-its-kind/

Yes, they did add a Hulu tab, but they didn't "fold" Hulu into the app in the traditional sense of that word. That said, General Hospital, in particular, is not available to watch via Hulu on Disney+. There are others that are available on traditional Hulu but not within Disney+.

Not technically true. The Hulu part, I mean. Despite Disney+ having more overall subscribers worldwide, Hulu itself actually has more subscribers in the United States than Disney+. Additionally, based on available data (via Nielsen and other sources I've been in contact with), Hulu actually has a higher viewership churn than Disney+. That doesn't mean they won't fold Hulu within Disney+ at some point (likely to expand the reach of the original content library). The Hulu brand as a standalone service/app isn't something Disney will/should just get rid of anytime soon, especially with the Hulu+Live TV plan making close to $400 million for the company every month based on just 4 million subscribers.

Although there‘s been a shift in how TV viewership is counted, in 2024, Nielsen’s Live+Same Day tracking still remains the best indicator of the overall audience for daytime programming. Unlike several primetime and streaming shows, daytime programs don’t typically see much growth in terms of delayed viewing beyond the initial sample we report each week. That said, daytime dramas, in particular, do perform well on streaming, although those viewing figures remain unavailable to the public/press. During the week of May 6-10, 2024, “General Hospital” was below the two million viewer mark, averaging just 1.876 million viewers. This marked the fourth consecutive week with the show below two million viewers and the 10th time overall this season. Additionally, for the second consecutive week, the show hit a new season low among Total Viewers. It also marked the fifth consecutive where the show has lost viewers compared to its performance one week earlier. On the positive side, for the week and season-to-date, “General Hospital” remains ABC’s highest-rated daytime series among Women 18-49 and 25-54. The soap opera was flat week-to-week in both demographics when rounded. After hitting a new season low last week, “The View” (2.217 million) was up week-to-week among Total Viewers. “GMA3: What You Need to Know” (1.275 million) was also up week-to-week. “The Young and the Restless”; UEFA Champions League CBS/UEFA With the network continuing to broadcast UEFA Champions League games, CBS programming was preempted, amended or broken out on Wednesday, May 8. Despite this, “The Young and the Restless” (3.079 million) and the first half-hour of “The Price is Right” (3.638 million) both saw an uptick among Total Viewers. The second half-hour of “The Price is Right” (4.150 million), “The Bold and the Beautiful” (2.633 million) and the first half-hour of “Let’s Make a Deal” (2.032 million) each saw minor decreases. Note*: Total Viewers and Households for “TODAY 3rd Hour” and “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna” were unavailable at press time. As a result, rankings are subject to change. What follows is a breakdown of how the daytime broadcast shows performed during the week of May 6-10, 2024 in Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Households and Total Viewers, including a look at their performance during the comparable week last year. A closer look at the daytime soaps, including their daily performance breakdown in the demos, will be posted shortly. Week of May 6-10, 2024 Rankers Women 18-49 Rating (Rounded) Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20231. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)0.40.40.4— The Price is Right 1 (CBS)0.40.40.43. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.30.30.3— Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.30.30.3— TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.30.30.3— The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.30.30.37. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.20.20.2— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)0.20.20.2— General Hospital (ABC)0.20.20.3— The View (ABC)0.20.20.3— The Talk (CBS)0.20.20.2— NBC News Daily (NBC)0.20.10.213. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.10.10.2Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) Women 18-49 Rating (Unrounded) Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20231. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)0.400.410.432. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)0.350.370.393. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.270.270.33— Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.270.270.285. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.260.280.316. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.250.250.277. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.240.230.248. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)0.220.220.249. General Hospital (ABC)0.210.200.3010. The View (ABC)0.190.150.3411. The Talk (CBS)0.160.160.2012. NBC News Daily (NBC)0.150.140.1513. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.140.130.21Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) Women 25-54 Rating (Rounded) Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20231. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)0.60.60.62. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)0.50.60.5— The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.50.50.54. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.40.40.4— TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.40.40.5— Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.40.40.47. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.30.40.3— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)0.30.30.4— General Hospital (ABC)0.30.30.5— The View (ABC)0.30.30.5— The Talk (CBS)0.30.30.312. NBC News Daily (NBC)0.20.20.3— GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.20.20.3Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) Women 25-54 Rating (Unrounded) Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20231. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)0.590.610.612. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)0.500.550.543. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.470.480.534. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.410.440.425. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.400.430.466. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.380.400.407. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.340.380.34— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)0.340.340.37— General Hospital (ABC)0.340.330.4810. The View (ABC)0.310.250.4511. The Talk (CBS)0.250.260.3012. NBC News Daily (NBC)0.240.230.25— GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.240.220.31Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) Households Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20231. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)2.62.62.62. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)2.32.32.33. The Young and the Restless (CBS)2.12.02.24. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)1.71.81.95. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)1.51.51.6— The View (ABC)1.51.51.5*7. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)1.31.31.4*– General Hospital (ABC)1.31.31.5*9. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.90.90.9*10. The Talk (CBS)0.80.80.9*– NBC News Daily (NBC)0.80.70.7NA. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)N/A1.30.0NA. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)N/A0.90.0Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) Total Viewers (In Millions) Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast Week20231. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)4,1504,1594,1802. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)3,6383,5693,6343. The Young and the Restless (CBS)3,0792,9923,3954. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)2,6332,6382,9465. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)2,3802,3722,5096. The View (ABC)2,2172,1612,2337. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)2,0322,0332,187*8. General Hospital (ABC)1,8761,8892,121*9. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)1,2751,2471,415*10. The Talk (CBS)1,1891,2421,421*11. NBC News Daily (NBC)1,1571,0541,035NA. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)N/A1,8351,866NA. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)N/A1,2991,414Source: Nielsen (Live+Same Day) 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. Household ratings are the percentage of TV homes in the U.S. tuned into television, each representing 1,250,000 homes as of the 2023-2024 television season. 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 *Notable Preemptions/Schedule Changes “Let’s Make a Deal” was preempted on the West Coast on Wednesday, May 8 due to CBS’ continued coverage of UEFA Champions League games. The show’s weekly average is based on four days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday). “TODAY 3rd Hour” aired an amended telecast on Tuesday, May 7, retitled “TODAY SHOW II-ALT.” The show’s weekly average is based on four days (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday). “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna” aired an amended telecast on Tuesday, May 7, retitled “TDY HODA & JENNA-HJ.” The show’s weekly average is based on four days (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday). “The Talk” was preempted on Wednesday, May 8 due to CBS’ continued coverage of UEFA Champions League games. The show’s weekly average is based on four days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday). Note: The post Daytime Broadcast Ratings for the Week of May 6-10, 2024 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

This week on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” Deacon and Sheila (Sean Kanan and Kimberlin Brown) are engaged, but not everyone is thrilled by the couple’s news, particularly not the Forresters, Logans and Spencers. R.J. and Luna (Joshua Hoffman and Lisa Yamada) talk about where things stand for them after everything they’ve been through. Liam (Scott Clifton) voices his concerns over Finn’s (Tanner Novlan) lack of support toward his wife. Similarly, Hope (Annika Noelle) voices her own frustrations, albeit against Steffy’s (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) recent decisions. DVR ALERTS MUST SEE MOMENTSEPISODEMonday, May 13, 2024 – Backed into a corner, Steffy delivers an ultimatum to Finn.#9270Tuesday, May 14, 2024 – Brooke lays into Zende for betraying his cousin R.J. – Luna faces another difficult situation concerning R.J. and Zende.#9271Wednesday, May 15, 2024 – Liam worries that Deacon’s joy over Sheila poses a threat to Steffy. – Poppy inserts herself into Luna’s woes.#9272Thursday, May 16, 2024 – Liam argues that Finn is not supporting Steffy as he should. – R.J. and Luna decide their future.#9273Friday, May 17, 2024 – News breaks that Deacon and Sheila are engaged. – Hope expresses her frustration that Steffy encouraged Thomas and Douglas to leave Los Angeles. – Finn grapples with the weight of his situation with Steffy and Sheila.#9274 STORY IN PICTURES Tanner Novlan, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) Howard Wise/JPI Studios Lisa Yamada, Joshua Hoffman (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) Howard Wise/JPI Studios Lawrence Saint-Victor, Delon De Metz (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) Howard Wise/JPI Studios MUST SEE CLIPS Note: The post The Bold and the Beautiful PreVUE for the Week of May 13-17, 2024 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Nearly two years after the show released its first musical scores album, “The Bold and the Beautiful” has released its second album, featuring 21 all-new numbers composed and scored by the show’s Emmy Award-winning composer, John Nordstrom, who joined the soap in that capacity in 2013. “I am pleased to share some of our favorite music from ‘The Bold and the Beautiful,’” said Nordstrom in a statement upon the release of volume one in June 2022. “These scores have impacted our characters on our screens and in our lives.” The show’s executive producer and head writer, Bradley P. Bell also noted at the time, “This extraordinary album encompasses love, passion, heartache, suspense, and joy. John’s enormous musical talent connects us beautifully to all of these emotions. We are pleased to offer it to our loyal viewers.” Now, with the release of “The Bold and the Beautiful (Music from the Series Volume Two),” that same sentiment applies as listeners gain insight into the thoughts and minds of the show’s core characters as they deal with love, compassion, loss, happiness, grief and peacefulness, among several other emotions, as showcased throughout the 55-minute album which can be streamed on most music streaming platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify. Several of the tracks featured include those heard within episodes aired during the recent Rome remote and the storyline surrounding Eric Forrester’s (John McCook) bout with death. The current tracklist for the album is as follows: Finn and Steffy Reunited Steffy Prays in Monaco Eric’s Legacy Possibilities Tender Guitar Destiny in Rome An Affair in Rome Finding Rome Hope Gives In There’s Always Rome Ascend Eric’s Last Dance Heartbreak Bill Reflection Finn Cures Eric Dark Heart Stirring It Up Luna’s Secret Eternal He Has a Past The Depths You can preview some of the tracks below. “The Bold and the Beautiful” airs weekdays on CBS. For those with a Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscription, you can also stream the series LIVE and On Demand. Note: The post Second Original Scores Album Featuring Music from ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ Released appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Although she’s best known for her portrayal of Dr. Marlena Evans on “Days of our Lives,” actress Deidre Hall has also played memorable roles in numerous other television shows, most notably “Emergency!” and “Columbo.” In celebration of Hall’s time on both shows, COZI TV will air a three-hour mini-marathon of episodes featuring Hall in the aforementioned series on Saturday, May 18, starting at 8:00 a.m. ET/7:00 a.m. CT. The marathon, titled “Day of our Deidre,” begins with two episodes from the second season of “Emergency!” (“Show Biz” and “Saddled”), where Hall portrayed Nurse Sally Lewis. It will be followed by an episode from the ninth season of “Columbo” (“Columbo Cries Wolf”) at 10:00 a.m. ET. In that episode, Hall appears as Dian Hunter. “Before becoming a daytime TV icon, Deidre Hall honed her craft on some of TV’s most beloved series. Now, join COZI TV for a day of her early memorable roles,” an announcer says in a recent promo published by the network on X (formerly Twitter) touting the upcoming Hall-centric marathon. COZI TV In addition to “Columbo” and “Emergency!” COZI TV features a robust lineup of programming, intermixing the classics with more modern fare such as “3rd Rock from the Sun,” “Frasier,” “Bones,” “Heartland,” “Highway to Heaven,” “Las Vegas,” “Roseanne,” “The Nanny,” “The Munsters,” “Monk” and “Little House on the Prairie,” among others. To find out how to access COZI TV and how to tune in for “Day of our Deidre,” check your local listings or visit the network’s official website at COZITV.com. Note: The post COZI TV to Celebrate ‘Days of our Lives’ Icon Deidre Hall with ‘Emergency!’ and ‘Columbo’ Mini-Marathon appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Soap vet Jordi Vilasuso (“The Young and the Restless,” “All My Children”) has joined the cast of “The Bay” in the role of Justin Ramos, a character previously portrayed by David Lago (“The Young and the Restless”), reports Soap Hub. “I have known about ‘The Bay’ for years and have met Gregori [J. Martin, executive producer] throughout my career. When he asked me to join the show as [the new] Justin Ramos, I was thrilled. Having the chance to work with A Martinez again and the rest of the incredible cast is exciting,” said Vilauso in a statement to the outlet. “I have known Jordi for a while and have always loved his work. I am grateful to have him join the show as Justin,” Gregori said. Vilasuso will first appear during the show’s ninth season, which is set for release later this year. The character has not been seen since season five. This year, “The Bay” is nominated for five Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Daytime Drama Series. Since its debut, the show has won 23 Daytime Emmy Awards (out of 56 previous nominations) over its previous seven seasons. As for Vilasuso, he is also an Emmy winner, receiving the coveted statue in 2003 for his portrayal of Tony Santos on “Guiding Light.” He received additional nominations in 2002 and 2022, the latter of which was for his role as Ray Rosales on “The Young and the Restless.” Below, you can watch a clip of Vilasuso announcing his joining “The Bay” during a recent fan event that included some of the show’s cast members, including Kristos Andrews, Eric Nelsen (“All My Children”) and Mike Manning (“Days of our Lives”), along with executive producer Gregori J. Martin. Note: The post Jordi Vilasuso Heads to ‘The Bay’ for Season 9 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More