Liberty City

Even Eric Braeden knew they hit gold in casting her; she brought her A-game, again, another proof of how east coast soap talent differed from the west coast talent. They bring IT!

Michele Val Jean & Robert Guza Jnr are not the only creatives that [could] turn things around. But first and foremost, Frank Valentini & Nate Varni need to go. 💯💯

It does, and that very much seems to be what CBS Studios is doing: focusing on their "core four," a.k.a. the Duprees, with others sprinkled in. It's very clear this is what's going on. And I'm okay with it. There is a reason the castings of Daphnée Duplaix, Karla Mosley & Tamara Tunie were announced first. Well, NuTime Media is in-charge of handling the ads sold during Beyond the Gates (back when it was The Gates). So I would imagine there might be some positive pull in that way, as well. We know Entertainment Tonight will have a segment with [some] of the non-"core four" actors, so that's to-come, as well.

Just caught up, and I am really enjoying the stories right now, as a whole.

Not surprised in the least.

They looked bigger than any hotel I've ever stayed in, and I'd paid $$ for hotel rooms, hhahah.

I think it's only been a day or so (reel-time) since he was admitted in?

If there's one thing the Grand Phoenix was good for: it was their hotel rooms. They felt modern, familiar and a nice change from the same old GCAC room remodels we got when Devon purchased it.

A romantic pairing (Lucy) seems to be what they're giving him. 😀

Well, the Newman set showed even without Ed Scott, thought is being put into production designs. But this set feels, to me, a bit like the original Brooks family home (which is where I always believed Billy/Victoria should have moved into back in the day).

It was nice not to hear her screaming, although, she should stick to destroying her own hotel room decor (since it's hideous). The hotel in Germany shows what a nice use of colour can do to the sets of GH. If Cyrus can kill a few more people, whether via Digitalis or otherwise, I'll be happy. And Carlo Rota is someone I actually like a Jenz Sidwell. He's charismatic, even if the character is giving Cyrus canvas replacement. But giving him Wyndemere seems to be setting him up for a bit more story.

General Hospital week ending January 31 (x) Monday, January 27, 2025 – Episdoe #15635 Lucky and Elizabeth take a risk. Anna sees Jason in a new light. Laura confides in Lulu. Kristina is suspicious. Nina and Curtis form a plan. Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Episode #15636 Alexis is left reeling. Trina encourages Kai. Carly receives a warning. Anna confronts Emma. Chase has news for Brook Lynn. Wednesday, January 29, 2025 – Episode #15637 Dante is horrified. Tracy and Martin have a run-in. Cody is blindsided. Brook Lynn ponders her next move. Sasha opens up to Jason. Thursday, January 30, 2025 – Episode #15638 Carly and Brennan get closer. Lulu confides in Maxie. Molly and Kristina are stunned. Dante briefs Chase. Cody jumps to conclusions. Friday, January 31, 2025 – Episode #15639 Ric and Ava make a plea. Dante confronts Anna. Brook Lynn seeks out Cody. Laura gives Lulu food for thought. Brad makes an outrageous request.

Pre-empted. West had some hope with Tyler Christopher & Nick Stabile in their iterations of Nik Cassadine, but then got saddled with "he tries" Marcus Coloma for too long. Hearst is the first true potential pairing I feel like she's had in forever in daytime. And I am here for it.

Credits for Friday, January 24, 2025: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Elizabeth Korte, Chris Van Etten Writers: Cathy Lepard, Stacey Pulwer Director: Denise Van Cleave

The Young and the Restless week ending January 31 (x) Monday, January 27, 2025- Episode #13047 Victor covers up a secret to protect his family, Mariah worries about Tessa's safety, and Sharon reflects on her past mistakes. Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Episode #13048 Victor puts Ian Ward in the hot seat, Michael takes on a dangerous assignment, and Sally works her magic to impress Billy. Wednesday, January 29, 2025 – Episode #13049 Victor vows to stop Ian Ward at all costs, leading to a shocking turn of events. Thursday, January 30, 2025 – Episode #13050 The Newmans recover from a volatile situation. Chance uncovers the truth, and Mariah's world is rocked. Friday, January 31, 2025 – Episode #13051 Chelsea tasks a risk with Adam, Daniel learns the truth about Heather's death, and Kyle pushes Claire to come clean.

Days of Our Lives week ending January 31 (x) Monday, January 27, 2025 – Episode #15040 Javi and Leo spend some time reminiscing. Meanwhile, Holly vents to Doug III. Then there's Sophia, who has a bold suggestion which she shares with Tate. Brady and Kristen desperately search for their daughter. Rachel and an unknown woman make a pact. Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Episode #15041 It’s bachelor party time: look for “Rafe” and Jada to have dueling bachelor parties. Paulina supports Chanel. Steve encourages Stephanie. Belle and EJ have a heated exchange. Wednesday, January 29, 2025 – Episode #15042 Chanel wakes up at Shawn's. Marlena is stunned when she walks in on Belle and EJ. Brady worries about Ava. Kristen gives Johnny a history lesson. Thursday, January 30, 2025 – Episode #15043 Marlena questions Leo's actions. Arnold, pretending to be Rafe, forces Javi to keep a secret. Jada makes a confession to Stephanie. JJ is hesitant with Gabi. EJ toys with Rafe. Friday, January 31, 2025 – Episode #1544 Javi agonizes to Leo over revealing the truth. Steve and Jada share a tender moment. “Rafe” and Jada’s wedding begins. Hold onto your seats folks because this is when the real Rafe escapes!

Another new, beautiful set! Very dynamic and has some warm depth.

Such an exciting time. We're getting so close!!

Jamie Martin Mann (ex-Tate, Days of Our Lives) has joined the cast of Stranger Things: the First Shadow in the role of Ted Wheeler, a Broadway stage production, which opens at the Marquis Theatre, New York on March 28, 2025. (https://broadway.strangerthingsonstage.com/)

It's bad. So bad. Time for Vanessa Marcil to agree to a six-month stint, (s/o @carolineg) to push Eva LaRue's Natalia out and to escort Maurice Benard's Sonny off-canvas, for good. As a #RAVA lover, I appreciate their banter. Rick Hearst & Maura West have insane chemistry. That kiss had been lingering since Christmastime, so I'm happy we [finally] got it. Hearst is West's best on-air chemistry since Michael Park.