Liberty City

Credits for Tuesday, February 3, 2026: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten Writers: Nigel Campbell; Charlotte Gibson and Cathy Lepard Director: Tina Keller

original release date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | writers: Natalie Minardi Slater, Cheryl L. Davis | director: Anthony Pascarelli Thoughts: I love it when Anita calls Dani "Danielle". It shows she means some business while in mom mode. But thankfully, Dani can see a bit through it. Chelsea and Madison are back to being cutesy, and I cannot help but feel like it might just backfire on them. Well, hello, Dr Martinez! Welcome to Garland Memorial. I hope you will be sticking around! Looks like Madison and Dr Martinez might have to look into this tea business. I appreciate how honest Vernon is being with Andre about what Bill said. You can sense there is a great admiration that Vernon holds towards Andre and his relationship with his baby girl. In theory, I understand Katherine's reaction, but she, once again, is overreacting to the news about Chelsea's decision to relocate to Copenhagen with Madison. I mean, Chelsea can, realistically, work for the company overseas. Emails, FaceTime, texts, and even Zoom exist in today's world. I appreciate that Anita allowed herself to make the first cut before entrusting Dani to do the rest. So brave as well. Hayley trying to cover her tracks and ensure she can continue poisoning Bill is hilarious. She is starting to lose what little bit of cool-headedness she had. Oh, Ms Anita! Your new 'do is FABULOUS! And very you! A classic look. Loving it. Vernon continues to be husband goals, supporting and understanding, and unwavering! He is it! Wow. Kudos to Dani for being honest about kissing Bill. I am surprised she was as honest, but it also shows how much she does respect Andre as her husband, especially given the news that Vernon delivered about Bill's true feelings. Notes: I love that Minardi Slater is part of the writing team. Her scripts are always well-paced and very rich in detail. And being paired with Davis is another match made in soap-writing heaven. The lighting in the episode today is absolutely stunning. The way in which the lighting team makes things look so rich and not like daytime is another special touch this serial has that sets it apart from the other four American daytime soaps. Plus, Pascarelli's storied history in daytime shines through in his camera work. The continued realistic portrayal of cancer is truly beautiful. It does not feel forced or preachy. It feels informative and brilliantly told. This is what soaps are about. Karla Mosley (Dani) and Tamara Tunie (Anita) are perfectly cast as daughter and mother, respectively. I do see similarities in how they look, especially in today's episode, and you can just sense the natural chemistry between them. The continued use of actual real-life images from the actor's own life is outstanding. And damn, Tunie has aged gracefully over the years. Pure class. The continued use of music in scenes is outstanding; they know how to properly balance it all so it supports scenes and does not overpower or control them.

Writers: Natalie Minardi Slater Cheryl L. Davis Director: Anthony Pascarelli

Deacon and Taylor love each other? Love? 🤣🤣🤣 Damn. The teenage love story syndrome this soap continues to have is laughable. And while Rebecca Budig and Sean Kanan have chemistry, I do wonder how this story could have been sold with Krista Allen in the role of Taylor. 🧐

I agree; she is underrated as an actress, and I feel like Diane has received undue hate over the years. If a Brookside revival is possible, I could see her exit leading to that, as well as Claire Sweeney's exit from Coronation Street.

Gutted that it is ending. She really is the best host in daytime television; guess I will shift my focus to Drew Barrymore. But I fully understand her decision to focus on her family. That's top priority.

Per the end credits for February 2, 2026, Donny Carrington (l.) is expected to make their debut as Ren Tolliver; Will Holland (c.) is expected to make their debut as Dr. Martinez; and Cris Ruiz (r.) is expected to make their debut as Max. All three roles will be day players.

original release date: Monday, February 2, 2026 | writers: Sara A. Bibel, Skyy Sandifer | director: Michael V. Pomarico Thoughts: Jan is right on Ashley's throat before her coat is even off. Slow your roll, darling. It is not as if you are dropping information about your own new beau. Dana, you are in fact trying to win Ted back, and it is not a plan you will win in the end. At all. Yes! That is right, Izaiah: stand up for Eva against that spoilt, self-centred bitch! Glad to see more people telling it to Katherine like it should be told to her. Tomas is being very observant of how Eva is feeling and how it does relate to Katherine. I like that. Chelsea is observant when she wants to be, but her immaturity continues to shine, especially when it comes to being a partner to Madison, whose reason for wanting to join this fellowship is heartfelt. That is right, Shanice. Play the sad, tiny violin for someone who cannot help themselves but wants an undeserving pity party. My woman? Look, I appreciated both Izaiah and Tomas standing by their respective partners, but it is such a turnoff (for me) to have a woman be referred to as someone "woman" like they are owned. So Chelsea is going to go to Copenhagen with Madison? Why do I feel like this might not happen as they plan it to? Notes: I love this soap. Lord knows I do, but today's episode let a problem it has shine bright: consistency. There are episodes where things are so heavy that it feels like we are being overfed, whereas today's episode left me feeling hungry. Putting in a storyline, like either Bill/Dani/Hayley or even parts of Anita's cancer storyline, would have made today's episode feel a bit fuller and more community-like. Again, it was a good episode, but things just could have been improved.

Credits for Monday, February 2, 2026: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Chris Van Etten and Elizabeth Korte Writers: Suzanne Flynn; Stacey Pulwer and Cathy Lepard Director: Robert Markham

Writers: Sara A. Bibel Skyy Sandifer Director: Michael V. Pomarico

Lucas Adams and Tamara Braun are electric together; they were, to me, the highlight of today's snorefest.

I don't know what's worse... the father or the son. Neither can act; one gives nothing, while the other overcompensates. 😵‍💫😬🥴

February 2–6, 2026 Monday, February 2, 2026 (Episode #9706) Dylan tells Electra she has something important to tell her. Steffy gives Taylor an ultimatum. Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (Episode #9707) Electra and Will are surprised by Dylan's news. R.J. shows Carter some designs. Taylor and Deacon vow to find a way to be together. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (Episode #9708) Liam learns Eric is Katie's new designer. Ridge feels immense guilt. Thursday, February 5, 2026 (Episode #9709) Deacon and Taylor share a forbidden kiss. Friday, February 6, 2026 (Episode #9710) Sheila remains blissfully unaware of Deacon and Taylo. Steffy reveals to Ridge that Taylor has feelings for Deacon.

woo-hoo! Our first full February Sweeps month! And the one-year anniversary of the premiere. So exciting.

Absolutely; it just seemed like Wilder's casting was a means to an end for the character. Perhaps that's why Walters declined the role? Because it was going to be shorter term?

I agree; they worked well in the roles they were ultimately cast into. Visually, I could see him as Jack. And surely it would have been a much wiser selection than Steve Wilder. By far.

key: contract | principal guests January 2026: 21 episodes 001. Karla Mosley (Danielle "Dani" Dupree Hamilton) – 17/21 002. Daphnée Duplaix (Nicole Dupree) – 16/21 003. Colby Natasha Nixon (Katherine "Kat" Richardson) – 15/21 004. Clifton Davis (Vernon Dupree) – 13/21 000. Timon Kyle Durrett (Bill Hamilton) – 13/21 000. Arielle Prepetit (Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne) – 13/21 007. RhonniRose Mantilla (Chelsea Hamilton) – 12/21 008. Marquita Goings (Hayley Lawson Hamilton) – 11/21 000. Ernestine Johnson (Shanice Johnson) – 11/21 000. Keith D. Robinson (Theodore "Ted" Richardson) – 11/21 000. Tamara Tunie (Anita Williams Dupree) – 11/21 012. Jibre Hordges (Jacob Hawthorne) – 10/21 000. Robert Christopher Riley (Dr. Carlton Fitzgerald) – 10/21 014. Jen Jacob (Ashley Morgan) – 9/21 015. Alex Alegria (Tomas Navarro) – 8/21 000. Brandon Claybon (Martin Richardson) – 8/21 000. Sean Freeman (Andre Richardson) – 8/21 018. Lauren Buglioli (Vanessa McBride) – 7/21 000. Trisha Mann-Grant (Dana "Leslie" Thomas) – 7/21 000. Mike Manning (Bradley "Smitty" Smith) – 7/21 021. Darryl W. Handy (Detective Marcel Malone) – 6/21 000. Jon Lindstrom (Joey Armstrong) – 6/21 000. Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas) – 6/21 024. David Lami Friebe (Izaiah Hawthorne) – 5/21 000. Kenjah (Madison Montgomery) – 5/21 000. Jordi Vilasuso (Grayson Phillips) – 5/21 027. Ben Gavin (Derek Baldwin) – 4/21 [1 contract appearance] 000. Malachi Malik (Elon Hawthorne) – 4/21 000. Jaden Lucas Miller (Tyrell Richardson) – 4/21 030. Najah Jackson (Samantha Richardson) – 3/21 000. Maurice P. Kerry (Randy Parker) – 3/21 000. Kovar McClure (Lance Salinger) – 3/21 [1 voice only] 000. Greg Vaughan (Dr. Kial Rollins) – 3/21 034. Bonita Brisker (Sharon Winger) – 2/21 000. Jasmine Burke (June Hughes) – 2/21 000. Camryn Jade (Jessica Harris) – 2/21 000. Karan Kendrick (Mona Wilson) – 2/21 000. Dominique Madison (Lynette Wise) – 2/21 000. Cady McClain (Pamela Curtis) – 2/21 000. Jerri Tubbs (Jan Morgan) – 2/21 041. Kelvin Hair (Malik) – 1/21 000. Maria Howell (Tracy Tyler) – 1/21 000. Destiny Love (Laura Peterson) – 1/21 000. Mariana Novak (Lolly Salinger) – 1/21 000. Timeca Seretti (Anastasia Belleclaire) – 1/21 000. Rachael Thompson (Dr. Ahn) – 1/21 000. Ellie Wang (Caroline Lee) – 1/21 Monthly leaders: 2026 (appearing episodes/total episodes, per month) January 2026: 21 episodes Karla Mosley (Danielle "Dani" Dupree Hamilton) – 17/21 Directors, writers, and script editors + overall totals THURSDAY, January 1: Steven Williford; Christopher Dunn, Cheryl L. Davis; Susan Dansby FRIDAY, January 2: Michael V. Pomarico; Christopher Dunn, Cheryl L. Davis; Susan Dansby MONDAY, January 5: Phideaux Xavier; Michael Montgomery, Jazmen Darnell Brown; Susan Dansby TUESDAY, January 6: Sonia Blangiardo-Goins; Sara A. Bibel, Lynn Martin; Skyy Sandifer WEDNESDAY, January 7: Sonia Blangiardo-Goins; Jamey Giddens, Judy Tate; Susan Dansby THURSDAY, January 8: Michael V. Pomarico; Teresa Zimmerman, Danielle Paige; Susan Dansby FRIDAY, January 9: Phideaux Xavier; Teresa Zimmerman, Cheryl L. Davis; Susan Dansby MONDAY, January 12: Phideaux Xavier; Jamey Giddens, Jazmen Darnell Brown; Susan Dansby TUESDAY, January 13: Phideaux Xavier; Sara A. Bibel, Danielle Paige; Skyy Sandifer WEDNESDAY, January 14: Michael V. Pomarico; Ron Carlivati, Lynn Martin; Susan Dansby THURSDAY, January 15: Phideaux Xavier; Christopher Dunn, Judy Tate; Susan Dansby FRIDAY, January 16: Steven Williford; Natalie Minardi Slater, Cheryl L. Davis; Sky Sandifer TUESDAY, January 20: Steven Williford; Christopher Dunn, Cheryl L. Davis; Susan Dansby WEDNESDAY, January 21: Michael V. Pomarico; Jamey Giddens, Danielle Paige; Susan Dansby THURSDAY, January 22: Steven Williford; Sara A. Bibel, Jazmen Darnell Brown; Susan Dansby FRIDAY, January 23: Sonia Blangiardo-Goins; Teresa Zimmerman, Skyy Sandifer; Susan Dansby MONDAY, January 26: Steven Williford; Teresa Zimmerman, Skyy Sandifer; Susan Dansby TUESDAY, January 27: Michael V. Pomarico; Natalie Minardi Slater, Jazmen Darnell Brown; Susan Dansby WEDNESDAY, January 28: Michael V. Pomarico; Michael Montgomery, Judy Tate; Skyy Sandifer THURSDAY, January 29: Anthony Pascarelli; Jamey Giddens, Danielle Paige; Susan Dansby FRIDAY, January 30: Steven Williford; Sara A. Bibel, Cheryl L. Davis; Susan Dansby Monthly leaders (directors): January 2026: 21 episodes Michael V. Pomarico – 6/21 Steven Williford – 6/21 Monthly leaders (breakdown writers): January 2026: 21 episodes Sara A. Bibel – 4/21 Christopher Dunn – 4/21 Jamey Giddens – 4/21 Teresa Zimmerman – 4/21 Monthly leaders (scriptwriters): January 2026: 21 episodes Cheryl L. Davis – 6/21 Preemptions: Two preemptions MONDAY, January 19: "Inside Fairmont Crest" special (dir. Steven Williford) TUESDAY, January 20: CBS News Special Coverage A very special thanks to @alexisfan07 for the double and triple checking of stats! A huge help that is much appreciated. 🤍💙

Bradley Cole just revealed prior to being cast as Richard on Guiding Light, he received the sides for Edmund; conversely, David Andrew MacDonald received the sides for Richard.