Liberty City

Writers: Sara A. Bibel Judy Tate Director: Steven Williford

At this point, they should recast Olivia. Even Williams suggested they should recast the role.

Dean LaMont's last credited episode was August 14, 2019, under the executive production of Anthony Morina and Josh Griffith. My guess is this return was possibly brought on by Sally McDonald.

I'm going to keep it cute and just say it is nice to see familiar characters returning, especially Stephanie. That is a shock return from my perspective, and hope it pays off well in the long run.

She's doing outstanding work, and even Melissa Ordway did well pulling from that inner emotion as a mother. I believed everything she was feeling.

I have a bit of hope that Noel Maxam can pull it out of the bag as an executive producer; I feel like Janet was named co-executive producer as a "Hey, we're getting rid of this abuser, and you're leaving us in X time, so why not go out as a co-executive producer?" and she didn't have the tools in her arsenal to really pull that title/role, whereas Maxam does, as he's been co-EP at DAYS before.

Credits for Monday, February 16, 2026: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Chris Van Etten and Elizabeth Korte Writers: Emily Culliton; Kate Hall and Cathy Lepard Director: Robert Markham

Me to Ridge: He is as insufferable as his daughter. Two peas in a loud-ass pod trying to control their parents.

While I may not buy the storyline or the reasons behind Mariah's decisions (or lack thereof), Camryn Grimes has shown up and worked every single beat of this story. I am ready to see where it goes (although I do suspect I know where it is about to go).

I've said it before and I'll say it again: Tajh Bellow should have been Tommy Jnr "TJ" Hardy ⏤ now going specifically by Thomas. In fact, the Hardy family in general should be brought back. Not only are they connected to the hospital itself, but it would also give Elizabeth some actual family on the canvas. If Matthew Ashford does not want to be like Wally Kurth and pull double duty in recurring roles, then recast Tom Hardy and have him come in as Kevin's replacement as the hospital's psychiatrist. Go find Mark Valley and let him take over like he did on DAYS. Or go way left field and cast someone unlike Ashford and those that came before. Enough time has passed. The history is there. It exists. Instead, Valentini/Varni/Korte/Van Etten would rather continue to play revisionist historians. I've also stated, for some time, that not integrating characters from Night Shift was a huge mistake as well, but that predates Valentini's tenure as executive producer, but it would have been great to continue those stories.

Vault is down; praying it comes back up!

February 16–20, 2026 Monday, February 16, 2026 (Episode #9716) Bill rushes Eric to complete his designs. Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Episode #9717) Donna attempts to get him to go to the hospital. Eric begins to have a breathing episode. Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Episode #9718) Bill and Katie reveal to Brooke and Ridge that Eric is Katie's designer. Liam tells Hope the truth about Eric. Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Episode #9719) Eric and Ridge have a confrontation with devastating results. Friday, February 20, 2026 (Episode #9720) Electra and Will separately deal with their relationship. Eric comes clean to Brooke and Ridge.

I could see how one would absolutely have that take, but I also think it's a bit too soon for that to either be true or not. However, given Anita's dialogue, it seems as if this may not be the case, or am I misreading it? 🤔 Perhaps I am just missing signs that should be obvious, and I am not seeing them.

Per Michael Fairman, Roark's final episode will release on April 29.

February 16–20, 2026 Monday, February 16, 2026 (Episode #15897) Britt takes a big risk. Carly and Jason catch up. Maxie is stunned. Nathan is blindsided. Ric takes Elizabeth on a date. Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Episode #15898) Dante makes an admission to Michael. Laura surprises Alexis. Lucas is adamant. Ric questions Sonny. Tracy has words for Sidwell. Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Episode #15899) Brook Lynn counsels Spinelli. Kristina encourages Cody. Lulu opens up to Laura. Nathan confides in Dante. Willow makes a revelation to Nina. Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Episode #15900) Alexis makes an observation. Maxie's loved ones welcome her home. Michael is in the hot seat. Ric makes a stunning claim. Willow delivers news to Drew. Friday, February 20, 2026 (Episode #15900A) The citizens of Port Charles remember the late Luke Spencer.

February 16–20, 2026 Monday, February 16, 2026 (Episode #136; REPEAT) One pair of lovers solidify their relationship while in Puerto Rico. Doug's night goes from bad to worse. Naomi suffers a heartbreaking loss. June saves the day. Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Episode #231) Couples across town celebrate Valentine's Day in wildly different ways. Anita serenades Vernon. Joey cedes control to Vanessa. Martin's gift to Smitty backfires. Hayley finally gets what she wants while Dani teams up with someone unexpected to battle a common foe. Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Episode #232) Bill calls in a favor to Joey. Tomas' questions rile Hayley, while Ashley's resourcefulness upsets Grayson. Dani tests Nicole's real feelings about Ted and her new men. Randy is tasked with a new assignment that threatens to expose his entire con. Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Episode #233) Leslie ruins Anita's lunch, which pushes Anita's health issues out into the open. Elon schools Jacob on the brutal realities of going deep undercover. Naomi surprises Hayley while Lynette deals with two tense confrontations. One couple chooses to live apart. Friday, February 20, 2026 (Episode #234) Anastasia's rumor‐mongering forces Anita's hand. Vanessa has a potential solution to Nicole and Samantha's dilemma. Joey watches Hayley and Randy squirm in front of Bill. Chelsea fears if Madison defers her dream job, it will spell disaster for their relationship.

Not sure why that's being posted when the embargo does not lift until 5pm. 🙄

Credits for Friday, February 13, 2026: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten Writers: Micah Steinberg; Steve Rosenberg and Cathy Lepard Director: Robert Markham