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Even the look of the episode in 2002 is better than today. After all these years, I still miss Heather Tom as Victoria Newman. Ashley pissed me off here, she treated Brad like garbage in comparison to Victor.

Joshua Morrow was a stud then and now he's a DILF haha. Seeing Olivia, Brad, Lynne, and Cassie so awesome. Ugh, why did Y&R mess up such a good thing.

3 hours ago, Soapsuds said:

Sandra Nelson as Phyliss and Shari as Ashley...ewww

You're crazy lol Sandra Nelson was awesome as Phyllis

2 hours ago, YRBB said:

 

Ok now you've gone TOO far!

100%. Alex Donnelly is sublime. Susan Walters was watered down to compliment Michelle Stafford. Alex would've mopped the floor with Michelle lol

OMG Sandra Nelson, I loved her as Phyllis! And Alex Donnelly as Diane! This show used to be blessed with rich talent.

17 hours ago, YRfan23 said:

The never even mentioned how Nikki almost married Jim when Christine started to interact with her and Victor more in 1995/1996 did they? I wouldn’t be surprised if they acted like Nikki and Christine never met each other...I’ve seen the episode where victor and Chris officially meet from October 1995 and just thinking that’s pretty insane even for an isolated show like Y&R that it took 12 whole years just for them to have scenes together...

I actually prefer this in a way, to only have the characters meet and interact when it made sense. When the Rosales were introduced last year, they knew the entire town in a matter of a few episodes. That was dumb.

I can see why people like Terry Lester he has a natural charisma to him. They really are bringing out the nostalgia. 

KT Stevens was fascinating, she reminded me of earlier Jeanne Cooper lol. I watched those scenes many times haha

This episode with Daniel/Phyllis and Katherine intervention is better than what's currently on screen. And OMG GINA AND LIZ! Both look wonderful

Is ex-Y&R actress Nia Peebles now spreading Dr. Rashid A. Buttar conspiracy theories?

On 4/17/2020 at 10:29 AM, YRBB said:

 

No we don't disagree LOL That was the exact point I was going to make next on my post but left it out because of course there is a yearning for good storytelling and can be successful. It's why I wrote those fans would grow to love it/get used to it. 

 

Sadly, that doesn't change the very real fact that there are people whose idea of a good soap is what's currently airing. Like, "I hate these reruns" kinda people.

LOL ok I get you now 

I found myself fast forwarding everything Adam/Chelsea/Abby&Chance/Phyllis&Nick and sadly Victor/Nikki. It's a shame that they keep writing nonsense for Eric Braeden and the majority of the cast. Just continue playing classic episodes, where I happily rewind.

Wait until y'all hear the magnificent Patty Weaver / Gina sing

6 hours ago, rlj said:

Next Thurs will be the last first run episode to air til production resumes

Thank God! My mom and I have been enjoying the classic episodes, and the acting is so much better

3 hours ago, YRBB said:

 

Oh, undoubtedly there is a certain portion of today's audience that would not like it, find it boring, too slow, too "dramatic" (whatever the f*ck that means on a soap opera) etc. They might not even be able to stand the length of a two-minute scene.

 

That's not to say they couldn't grow to love it, but boy does it make my blood boil.

I sort of disagree. Some of the most critically acclaimed shows are slow and dramatic. Look at Game of Thrones, Better Call Saul, and Succession. I think most people yearn for good storytelling and acting. Hell, even the Dark Knight and Marvel universe was a slow burn. I think the studios underestimate their audiences. 

On 4/14/2020 at 2:32 AM, AdamNewmanFan said:

Sabryn Genet also shared on her instagram she got a residual cheque, So i guess we will be seeing an episode with Tricia.

I've always thought a great storyline would be for Tricia to be released and try to reestablish herself in Genoa City. However, that time has passed. Heather Tom, Nina Cast and the dearly departed Kristoff St. John would have done wonders with a story like that.

I am really loving the classic episodes. How can the people today watch these episodes and think they nonsense they are putting out is good? Even a lot of "appointment TV" today is classic soap opera story-telling. Succession the now finished Game of Thrones come to mind. They just changed with the times to be more relevant, but the structure / acting is like old school soap opera.

Gina Roma/Patty Weaver looks gorgeous and THAT VOICE. Being quarantined and having these nostalgic episodes makes getting through it not so bad. Last time Gina was on, I think it was Katherine funeral. So sad we can't have these characters back.

At least people working from home and tuning in will get some quality Y&R LOL

19 hours ago, All My Shadows said:

This will be another good one! I might fall out when Rex puts the necklace on Katherine in the opening.

When does this one air? I'm LOVING these classic episodes. Will they be up on YouTube?

People make fun of soaps, but a lot of shows these days came from them, just a modern version.

Unpopular opinion, but I like Billy/Amanda. It may also drive Jill crazy lol. I remember Mishal/Jess having really good chemistry when she was Amanda.

Yes, things took a turn when Jill became Katherine's daughter. There has been moments, since then, but the cohesiveness of the show fell apart. Also, losing Heather Tom was a major blow. Once Y&R lost their supporting characters, the show lost its mark IMO.

The latest episode with Nikki/Sharon and Kyle/Mariah was good. I would like to see more of this, but a slower pace

As a non-American, what is it about Bernie politics / ideas that people don't like vs. Biden?

Does it all come down to health care for all?

Extremely heartbreaking news. I really enjoyed his stint on Y&R and of course on OLTL. RIP Mr. Born. A tremendous actor.

Damn, RIP Lee. Thank you and Bill for making this wonderful show.

I am catching up, and I have to admit it's been better. Still don't like Chance or Adam and the actor's delivery of his lines. 

Chloe/Kevin should have never been brought back.

The characters (minus Phyllis) seem to be more mature. I like Jill and Jack being the voice of reason and acknowledging their past mistakes (well Jack).

Mariah/Tessa story is pretty good. I enjoyed the confrontation, it felt realistic. I also like how Mariah being bisexual is not a storyline in itself and she's written as a full character.

The Sharon stuff is a bit uneven, but there has been some powerful moments.

Victor's anniversary was well done. Love him or hate him, this man is/was the face of Y&R for many decades and despite a lot of hate that Eric Braeden gets; I feel like he gets the show most (minus Victor always winning). 

On 2/6/2020 at 2:15 AM, ranger1rg said:

Theo doesn’t look gross to me. I think he looks hot.

I think it's the wardrobe. They have him looking hunchback and stuffy

I like Victor/EB in the supporting role and his fatherly stuff with Victoria lately.

Theo looks gross

I'm glad Kyle/Lola are over. Lola is such a joke because she jumped in bed with Kyle when he was married to Summer.

Amanda/Billy I'm onboard, but not as a couple

Thoughts:

• Phyllis is thirsty, but I'm not disliking MS as much as I did when she first came on. Keep Phyllis single I can see the actor that plays Chance enjoys acting opposite MS, but he's so dull that I want them to recast
• I don't mind the Billy arc as much anymore. It's giving some realistic drama to this couple rather than the standard affair (although arguably Billy is emotionally cheating). Amelia Heinle isn't doing a good job though.
• Amanda/Billy are enjoyable as friends
• Enjoying the Sharon story and the umbrella arc. I hope they keep it smart. It would be bold to kill Sharon off, but who knows how much longer this show has.
• Every time I see Nate, I think about Olivia and how much I miss her and Tonya Lee Williams.
•  Adam/Chelsea should move away with Connor. Both characters are insufferable
• I want more Fen. The actor has charisma and is handsome. Was very dumb to get rid of him and Ana
• Overall, the stories appear to be starting better, and there looks to be a long-term arc. Let's hope it all pays off.

Marriage Story is an overrated ham-fest and ScarJo being a double nominee is absurd. 

Awkwafina was sublime and robbed.

I'm rooting for Renee in Judy this year, because I like her comeback arc and can see the parallels with her and Judy Garland.

That was some good acting by Camryn Grimes and Cait Fairbanks on Y&R in quite some time (to my surprise and delight). I've never liked Tessa, but the goodbye scenes well done.  I'm not going to miss Tessa though if she is indeed gone.