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In comparison to Maurice Johnson, sure, but he's still... stiff AF. "Leaps and bounds" is a strong exaggeration as well. Watching him is like watching paint dry. I'd recast him next, ASAP.

They're contract; anyone in the opening is a contract player.

Shame [other] sites cannot follow the rules. Good on you, @Errol!

They could easily be re-created, or even re-shot in different ways, especially if they were re-shooting scenes at some point, as well.

I think you're thinking of the dress she wore on April 15 from her Ebony cover shoot when Andre had to put her in bed.

week ending May 9 Monday, May 5, 2025 – Episode #047 Leslie's explosive revelations push the Duprees and Richardsons to their breaking points, sending the whole family scrambling to pick up the pieces. Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Beyond the Gates is preempted due to CBS coverage of UEFA Champions League Soccer Games. (x) Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Beyond the Gates is preempted due to CBS coverage of UEFA Champions League Soccer Games. (x) Thursday, May 8, 2025 – Episode #048 Nicole struggles with the fallout of Ted's decades-old betrayal, and Bill's covert role in burying Ted's secret resurfaces — forcing each member of the Dupree and Hamilton families to reevaluate loyalties, question old bonds, and wonder if anything in their world remains secure. Friday, May 9, 2025 – Episode #049 The Duprees scramble to steady the ship in the wake of Ted's betrayal, Eva struggles to make amends, and Kat witnesses an intimate moment that could change her life.

Different haircut.

You are so very welcome! 💙 She got her guarantee. We love to see it.

week ending May 9 Monday, May 5, 2025 – Episode #15705 Nina's plan goes awry. Dante is livid. Cody stumbles upon a dangerous situation. Carly counsels Lulu. Josslyn feels guilty. Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – Episode #15706 Lois pleads with Dante. Rocco issues an apology. Alexis is in the hot seat. Drew gets key intel. Kristina opens up to Lucky. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 – Episode #15707 Kristina offers an olive branch. Lulu is grateful. Brook Lynn is baffled. Gio opens up to Emma. Brennan briefs Joss and Vaughn. Thursday, May 8, 2025 – Episode #15708 Jason gives some tough love. Dante opens up to Sonny. Brad makes a life-changing decision. Portia fishes for info from Willow. Curtis and Nina commiserate. Friday, May 9, 2025 – Episode #15709 Sasha and Willow have a tense encounter. Lulu questions Ned. Brook Lynn and Chase meet with Alexis. Tracy is surprised. Sidwell makes an offer.

Ted's hotel room, I'm assuming.

date: Friday, May 2 | Teresa Zimmerman, Judy Tate | Steven Williford The drama-rama is drama'ing! This is juicier than the freshest of fresh peaches picked right from its home. Deadbeat, finally able to get his frustrations out physically on someone; instead of it being Bradley, it's Dana. I love the unraveling of Dana's names (Leslie, Sherry, Anna, et al.). It's juicy. And look at Dr Carlton, chiming in. I love the way Anita and Dani fled to Nicole's side, and then Vernon trying to excuse everyone but "immediate family" (and I am sure Mona as well) from the room. Dana is coming undone. She really is. Her numerous ways of pronouncing "Teddy" to everyone. Oh, Nicole's collapse into a furious Anita hearing "lover" coming from Dana's mouth. BILL KNOWS SOMETHING! His all-too-casual non-denial shows he knew about something concerning the affair, and of course the child bride wants to know what it is. Love that Shanice visited Vanessa; I wonder what kind of friendship they may actually have. Well, now we know Bill's involvement, AND the bombshell has been dropped: Eva is [supposedly] Ted's daughter he thought Dana aborted. "Smarty Marty". Whew. Good name for Deadbeat. I appreciate Dani's anger and hurt being focused into anger and love for Nicole. Dana swishing her way out of the main part of the country club to her closet was everything. A soap villain sashaying her way from the havoc she's wrecked. I appreciate that both Anita and Vernon are assuring Mona is not to blame in this. She's an innocent in this. But her looks to Eva? Those could cut like a butter knife. Douglas knows Vanessa has cheated and is continuing to cheat. ARE WE ABOUT TO GET KATHERINE VERSUS TED?! Oh, this is going to be even juicier than I could have ever asked for. CAN PEOPLE STOP SITTING ON TABLES! IT'S SO ANNOYING! Dana's little daydream of talking to Nicole was everything; that's the "crazy" (a.k.a., mental illness). Billy boy, it's time for your turn in the hot seat. Stop rubbing toes and get your ass to the main house. Not Dana showing up at the Dupree home. Oh, what does she have planned next?! Whew... chile. General notes: Trisha Mann-Grant (Dana) gave an empowered performance in today's episode. She commanded the set that day. This is an Emmy-worthy supporting performance. Ambyr Michelle (Eva) is one that has really shown in the past few episodes; she's another young star in the making. She embodies Eva in every single sense. She brings the scripts to life through her craft. Maurice Johnson (Ted) brought nothing. I'm not surprised he was recast at this point. Keith D. Robinson would have rocked these scenes and actually presented something to the table.

Credits for Friday, May 2, 2025: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Elizabeth Korte, Chris Van Etten Writers: Suzanne Flynn, Scott Sickles, Cathy Lepard Director: Robert Markham

Writers: Teresa Zimmerman Judy Tate Director: Steven Williford

week ending May 9 Monday, May 5, 2025 – Episode #13115 Nate is suspicious of Audra's deal with Victor, Phyllis retaliates against Billy, and Damian tries to make amends with Lily. Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – Episode #13116 Diane makes a confession to Jack, Victoria confides in Nick, and Tessa is troubled by Mariah's behavior. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 – Episode #13117 Victor challenges Chelsea's loyalty, Jack demands that Billy apologize to Diane, and Lily makes a shocking business deal. Thursday, May 8, 2025 – Episode #13118 Victor strikes a nerve with Billy, Devon finds himself in a tough position with his family, and Holden gives Damian a warning. Friday, May 9, 2025 – Episode #13119 Victor hits Kyle where it hurts, Nikki gives Claire a reality check, and Chelsea struggles working with Adam.

week ending May 9 Monday, May 5, 2025 – Episode #15110 Steve and Shawn commit to a plan. Chanel rips into EJ. Chad tries to get Cat to reconsider. Marlena offers Johnny words of advice. Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – Episode #15111 Tate tries to cheer up Sophia. Doug III ignores Holly. Shawn questions Jada. Gabi loses her cool. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 – Episode #15112 EJ reveals his intentions to Dr. Jeffrey Russell. Kayla finds a way to accomplish two goals. Belle and Shawn bond. Alex shares a discovery with Xander. Thursday, May 8, 2025 – Episode #15113 Kayla declines EJ's offer. Abe consoles an upset Chanel. Cat gives Chad a free pass. Marlena tries to help Johnny. Xander and Sarah prepare for vacation. Friday, May 9, 2025 – Episode #15114 Xander and Sarah's vacation plans are derailed. Chad and Cat comfort Felicity. EJ vows to protect Johnny. Alex lays on the charm with Stephanie. Javi opens up to Leo.

Part of me feels both Jacob and Naomi might show up at some point today. As "late arrivals", etc.

I agree.

*redneck sex guitar 🤣

I'm really gathering it came down to a three-year contract ending, and she opted not to renew. Her casting was announced on April 20, 2022, and she made her first episodic appearance on May 17. In comparison, she announced her exit on April 30 and is making her last episodic appearance today (May 2). Date-wise, timelines add up to the end of a three-year contract ending.

AMC 2.0 was fantastic; it was strong and it was bold and pushed some boundaries with how it told the Cassandra storyline. When Y&R did it soon after, you could tell how watered down it was on Y&R.

I agree 100% with this one.

Absolutely is.

date: Thursday, May 1 | Teresa Zimmerman, Lynn Martin | Steven Williford Nicole, you married a Theodore. That should have been red flag number one. If it'd been me, I would have swapped out Dani's dresses. The red for the flashback and the green for the anniversary event. I do adore how invested Anita and Vernon are in their grandchildren; it's so refreshing to see. Dana is really on a one-way ticket to the nuthouse with how she's acting with Eva and this event. Chelsea, babes, you already outed one Dupree family secret... are you going for another one at this event?! Oh look, Deadbeat and Bradley show up with water... whew. Anita, Mama, I saw that hesitation in your face at Dani's news of opening an agency. The classic walk up and eavesdrop on a moment. So classic. I love it. Dana you are UNHINGED. C'mon, Eva, break your way out of that closet! Dr. Carlton and Nicole would be hot together. I said it. Give it to me. Not the tapping of the glass with his wedding ring (re: Ted). Run, Eva, run like your life depends on it! Smelling salts? Paddles? How many names?! Oh, this is a juicy end to a Thursday episode.