Members MichaelGL Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Wow, this is really surprising. His death has truly come out of nowhere. I was sure he was going to write for another soap someday. Many of his stories on DAYS have been sewn into my memory and my prayers are with his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Faulkner Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 I know that around the time of Kristen/Marlena in the secret room, DOOL was about as close to must-see TV as we've had on daytime in the past 15 years. I watched EVERY single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Laurie Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 *gives cyber hugs to Toups* Really sad news. RIP JER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tishy Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Wow. Still am stunned. He gave us many hours of entertainment and allowed us to escape. My condolences to his family, his peers and his legion of fans. And Toups, I'm thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members koos Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 RIP JER. I actually enjoyed the Secret Room and Maison Blanche. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members titan1978 Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 I'm shocked! A true legend, no matter his style, his impact has been great. I was hoping to see him on another show, and perhaps another reinvention of style and technique. When he was good at what he did, no one could touch him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EastMA2 Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Shocking and sad news. Condolences to his family. And of course to Toups. His contributions to daytime are monumental. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members AddictedToSoaps Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Wow, this is truly shocking. RIP. I feel really bad for Toups, just when he was taunted with the possibility of a return to Days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rob_NMGN Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 His storylines got me hooked on Days of our lives. Vivian burying Carly alive is one of his best storylines. Kristen Blake was his best creation. James E. Reilly thank you for your creativity...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members David_Vickers Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 I'm shocked and sad. My sympathy to his family and friends and other fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ryan Chamberlain Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Sad. Didn't know much of his writing before Passions (I never liked that show..not because of the writing..I just thought the acting was bad) But, I did know how much of a hot button of issue his work was with people. You have to be talented to be like that. So much loss for the soap world in these past few weeks. It's been depressing. R.I.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members StevieM Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Wow....I am totally shocked. Obviously I took more then my fair share of shots at Reilly over the years. But even I could never deny that he had a remarkable ability to go out and get the job done when the show needed him. His ratings successes at DAYS should not be forgotten, and to be fair, Passions was often at the mercy of the erratic ups and downs at DAYS. And every now and then he would deliver something so unexpected, and yet timely, that even I couldn't help but smile and say: "another Reilly payoff." Godspeed Jim! And, Toups, you have my condolences, old friend. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SFK Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Oh my Lord , bless his soul. I don't know what it is about this year, but it seems like it's not a normal week if someone either near and dear to me or an artist whose work I've admired hasn't passed away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tylerbo20 Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 i am very sorry to hear this shocking news, he was a great creative man and will be missed. We not only loose a great man but also the many wonderful characters he brought to us...Rest in Peace....i am very sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Evan Posted October 14, 2008 Members Share Posted October 14, 2008 Condolances to Mr Reilly's family! I wasn't a big fan of his second stint on DAYS, but there's no denying he made a significant contribution to the daytime soap industry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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