Members dragonflies Posted July 25, 2012 Author Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 http://www.soapoperadigest.com/content/exclusive-yr-scribe-stepping-down Digest has learned that Scott Hamner, Y&R's co-head writer, is taking a temporary leave of absence. "I had decided to let my contract expire but Maria [Arena Bell, executive producer/head writer] asked if we could call it a sabbatical instead," explains Hamner. "She really didn't want me to leave, so I agreed to take a few months off. She has been so gracious and generous about my need to take a break and I appreciate that." In what could be viewed as a lateral move to help Bell focus on writing duties during Hamner's absence, Daytime Confidential is reporting that Jill Faren Phelps, who is the current executive producer for HOLLYWOOD HEIGHTS and served in the same capacity for GENERAL HOSPITAL, GUIDING LIGHT and ANOTHER WORLD, is in talks to take over the EP reins at Y&R. So far, there is no comment from the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y&RWorldTurner Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 Typical Maria, begging to keep people and things that clearly don't work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Cat Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 You think she'd fire Christian LeBlanc? He's always worked hard to present himself as a major "team player." Tracey E Bregman flies under the radar. I would be devastated if Doug Davidson was fired, but I could see JFP not having time for Paul. Morrow's going to have to start practicing taking his shirt off again. Muhney will wise up and kiss ass where it counts. God. Just writing all this makes me realize how even more soulless Y&R would be under JFP's stewardship. But hey! As long as the lighting looks nice and the GCPD has a brand-spanking new set! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JONNYSBRO Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 I will be honest with Maria Arena Bell she was absolutely the worst executive producer. Had zero EP experience and it shows in the running of the show. It just isn't good. Steve Kent goes way back with JFP from Santa Barbara days and loves her. Hired her for HH so this is no surprise as Steve makes the big decisions. Remember it isn't the Bells blocking Victoria Rowell's return, Steve Kent has sworn Victoria Rowell will never step foot back on Y&R and he made that a promise. JFP has alot more experience and she was great on GL/SB. Her AW stint was so mixed. I abhorred her OLTL cause it was all her vision and her refusal to hire a head writer in 1999 so she could become head writer. The thing is OLTL stint got great demos and at the time Angela Shapiro rewarded her with GH for 11 years. Her GH stint though was mostly Guza's vision and she was more figurehead then her other soaps. JFP is the clear example of a woman at the right place at the right time. She has EPed SB, GL, AW, OLTL, GH, and now Y&R that would be six soaps. What is JFP secret to her longivity? Oh btw Jess Walton can stay. The story is Kale Browne comes back as a man from Jill's past and the big story is Jill/Katherine fight over Kale Browne. I could see Linda Dano at Y&R. JFP loves older vets but she loves her friends. JFP loves music montages, her FOJ's and lots of other stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DRW50 Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 There's no real point to Michael now, and it would save money. She does love dark stories, so she may just have him go nuts. But I wouldn't be shocked if all the Baldwin/Fisher piranhas hit the road. MAB really will do anything to avoid taking responsibility for this show. No wonder Sheffer runs riot. I dread the thought of JFP/Sheffer. They might as well just run Straw Dogs 5 days a week. I'd replace Kale with David Forsyth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members frequentsoapfan Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 MAB is too busy reading Comso and hanging at parties to do her job at Y&R. Michael, Kevin, Gen, Cane, etc can all go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Soapsuds Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 Those glory days are long gone. It's a shame what Y&R became Morrow is one shitty actor. I am sure Muhney will do what you said...kiss some JFP ass to save his sorry ass job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y&RWorldTurner Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 90% of the cast could go, and it wouldn't make any difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DRW50 Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 I think everyone but Braeden, MTS, and Jeanne Cooper, although I think MTS would be one of the first out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y&RWorldTurner Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 If anything, I guess Jill would have a resurgence under JFP, if JFP has any control at all. You just know JFP would want to live vicariously through a character with her name attached to it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members wingwalker Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 Jamey Giddens: I am hearing SONY TV wants "full creative and financial control" of Young and the Restless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y&RWorldTurner Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 Really, the Bell's being forced out would probably be a better thing at this point. That family hasn't known what to do with this show since Bill's death. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Eric83 Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 At least Y&R will win Best Drama at the Daytime Emmys now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Soapsuds Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 So we can see JFP be cut off again...one can only hope Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y&RWorldTurner Posted July 25, 2012 Members Share Posted July 25, 2012 Not that I buy everything he says, but Jamey also had this to add: http://twitter.com/J...187454987976704 @Jamey_Giddens Hearing MAB is NOT happy! Speculation is she will keep title, but JFP is in charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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