Melissa Archer On Not Being Asked To Join The Cast Of General Hospital!One of the biggest questions raised all the time by One Life to Live and General Hospital fans is, where is Natalie? After all, John and Natalie, and their son Liam, had just gotten together on OLTL when the series went off the air.
Now with Natalie and John on the outs, and Jason presumed “dead”, that could pave the way for a John/Sam pairing, that could then spark a fiery red head to come to town, if the powers-that-be decide to finally bring fan favorite, Melissa Archer!
Melissa Archer spoke to Soap Opera Digest in their latest issue on newsstands now about life post-Llanview, and how she initially felt not being chosen to head over to General Hospital with her long-time co-star Michael Easton, and if she would still consider coming on to the lone ABC soap.
Archer had this to say on why she has not been approached to join Easton and some of her former cast mates now at General Hospital citing:“I thought it was neat and made a lot of sense for the specific characters they chose to take over there to drive story. I’m not one to get offended easily over storylines and jobs; it’s about the overall good of the project. Whatever they’re doing now seems to be working and that’s awesome because that’s what the genre needs.
They’re not going to bring me on just to say, “Hey, we brought Natalie on!” It wouldn’t make any sense. They have to take care of other things first. They have to utilize what they have. Michael and Kelly Monaco had amazing chemistry on Port Charles, so why not try to utilize that and go with that? If you had it once, you’re gonna have it again.”As far as if GH should come calling to bring Natalie finally to the canvas, Archer is cautiously optimistic stating: “And you never know what the future brings. It could be a year from now and you’ll find out Natalie coming in to shake things up. I love Frank Valentini (EP, General Hospital) and all the actors there, so I am always welcome to talking about things. I have faith in the people running the show that they know what they’re doing. I’m not one to close the door on anything.”Will and Sonny Have Sex on Days of Our Lives!Get out your calendars. After months and months of frustrating delays, false starts and countless emotional pitfalls, Days of Our Lives' Will and Sonny will finally make love on the NBC soap's Nov. 14 episode. And — steam alert! — TV Guide Magazine has this exclusive video preview of what's sure to be a very talked-about scene (below).
"The Will and Sonny fans have waited a long time for this but the delay has been a good thing," says Freddie Smith, who plays Sonny. "It's allowed the audience to get to know our characters and to get to a place where they are really rooting for them to get together. I don't expect anyone will think the sex scene is controversial. Hopefully, we're past that. This isn't a story about two gay guys. It's about two human beings who truly love each other."
Chandler Massey, who won an Emmy this year as Will, says it's been "refreshing to have a couple in soaps who haven't been thrown together too quickly. We took our time before getting to the sex and the characters and the show are better for it. But" — he adds with a laugh — "I will also say that it's about time!"
He'd get quite an argument from Will's dad Lucas (Bryan Dattilo)! It will appear that Will and Sonny are headed for sex in the Oct. 29 episode but their intimate encounter is interrupted by Lucas who is freaked by what he sees. Hey, didn't he claim to be okay with his kid being gay?
"I know a lot of dads who are like Lucas," says Massey. "They're not homophobic per se, or against gay marriage, but they're uncomfortable being in close contact with anything gay, especially when it involves their son. It's all okay in theory but they don't want to deal with the reality." Worse yet, Lucas will reveal that he thinks Sonny is a user who's looking at Will as just one more conquest.
"That's kind of hilarious considering Sonny came out [in the summer of 2011] and then went a year without even kissing anybody," notes Smith. "But, in Lucas' mind, Sonny is moving way too fast. He thinks Will needs more time before having sex." Adds Massey: "What's crazy is that Sonny is the responsible one here. He's going to school. He owns a business. If I were a parent I'd have a much bigger problem with my son getting involved with someone like Will. He's the real pain in the ass in this equation!"
The sex scene itself caused no worries. "Chandler and I were much more nervous about our first kissing scene," Smith recalls. "Our hearts were really pounding during that one but it worked out great because our characters' hearts were pounding, too. Since then Will and Sonny have done enough flirting and kissing and cuddling that, as actors, we weren't nervous about finally getting to the sex. The way we shot it is very real and passionate but tasteful. Chandler and I are comfortable with each other and it shows. We have good chemistry. We trust each other."
So where do Will and Sonny go from here? "Consummating the relationship will make them bond in a much more intimate way," says Massey. "And I guess this finally makes them an official couple to the people of Salem and it will be no big deal. Everyone is going to recognize it and accept it. Yes, even Lucas!"
Ron Raines On How GUIDING LIGHT Prepared Him For "Newsies"!"I think I've brought a bit of the mean Alan [Spaulding] to the role [of Joseph Pulitzer]. To me, they're the same guys -- moguls who can manipulate and are controlling. Like Alan, Pulitzer is not stupid and he doesn't suffer fools gladly. In some ways, I think my 15 years on GUIDING LIGHT was preparing me for playing Joseph Pulitzer."
Did you think you wouldn't get back on the road to theater when you took the gig on Guiding Light?No. If you saw my dressing room at Guiding Light, you know I could've cleaned it out in an hour. Some of those people -- it was like their apartment in their dressing rooms. And I would say to them, "Look, I'm from the theater, the show always closes and you have to be ready to move on to the next show." But I was surprised and delighted I had that long a run with such a historical show.You've been in the business for over four decades now. What's the survival trick?Always keeping up your instrument and always going with the flow. Knowing that a door keeps shutting over there for a reason, but there's a door open over here, so maybe I should go through that door and explore the other side. The thing that concerns me about the kids in these megahits that run forever is that eight years later they've done only one show. I think they need to stretch!DAYS alum Taylor Spreitler Explores A Darker Side in Stalked At 17!"Physically it was wearing the fake belly and then carrying a baby all day. Babies are heavy! Emotionally it was just getting into the mindset of Angela feeling so betrayed and terrified of someone she once trusted."
Wally Kurth and Robin Christopher to Return For Edward's GENERAL HOSPITAL Memorial!Look for Skye to mix things up with Todd (Roger Howarth), Blair (Kassie DePaiva) and Tea (Florencia Lozano) during her visit.
Crystal Chappell, Jessica Leccia, Robert S. Woods & More Soap Faves! The Grove The Series Promo!Those who have been eagerly awaiting the debut of Crystal Chappell’s latest web series, The Grove, finally get a taste of it in this new teaser promo released today for the first time!
In it, One Life to Live favorite Robert S. Woods provides the voice over narration, and the best part of that is he is integral to the plot of The Grove and is in the series!
What would The Grove be without Chappell and Jessica Leccia as Nico and Ivy, who play the key couple? And, if you watch the end of the promo, there looks to be a wedding for our favorite gals!
Check out who else is in the promo: The Young and the Restless’ Christian LeBlanc, Michelle Stafford, and Beth Maitland, Days of our Lives Nadia Bjorlin, and former DAYS star, Mark Hapka, The Bold and the Beautiful’s Linsey Godfrey, plus Bobbie Eakes and Jordan Clarke!
The Grove is about two family’s living, loving, and fighting in a small central California town called “The Grove”.
B&B’s Scott Clifton Weds Over The Weekend!Congratulations are in order to one of our favorite young couples! The Bold and the Beautiful’s Scott Clifton (Liam) married longtime girlfriend, Nicole Lampson on Saturday!
Clifton took to Twitter with some very cute tweets on his wedding day, stating, “Hey @NicoleLampson, I’m feeling spontaneous… Want to get married today?” And that was later followed by a post-wedding tweet which indicated where the newlyweds will be spending their honeymoon, “Marry Girl-of-My-Dreams: CHECK. Eat cake: CHECK. Next item? PARIS, FRANCE.”
The happy couple got married in Los Angeles in front of friends, family, and of course, B&B cast members including: John McCook (Eric), Don Diamont (Bill), Ronn Moss (Ridge), Adam Gregory (Thomas), Kim Matula (Hope), Jacqueline MacInness Wood (Steffy), Kristolyn Lloyd (Dayzee) and producer, Ed Scott, who also brought his lovely wife, Melody Thomas Scott (Nikki) of Y&R to the ceremony!
Jess Walton On Her Return To Y&R!!Fans who have eagerly been waiting to see Daytime Emmy winner, Jess Walton (Jill Abbott) make her return to the number one soap, The Young and the Restless, will not have to wait much longer!
According to Walton’s facebook page she related to her fans, colleagues, and followers: “Hi everybody! Well, I have taped about 8 episodes on the show that will start airing around the beginning of November! It is so good to be working with my dear friends again and hopefully we will be doing this back and forth thing commuting from Oregon for quite awhile to come.”
What we hear is that Walton’s return on-air will be on the November 2nd episode, so circle your calendars as Jill is back!
Former GH Alum Annie Wersching Joins The Cast of DALLAS!!General Hospital fans will remember beautiful Annie Wersching as conniving Amelia Joffe, who had a major axe to grind with Sam McCall (Kelly Monaco). Fans of the hit FOX series 24 are also quite familiar with Wersching’s work as FBI agent Renee Walker! But now there is more news out of Southfork which will bring Annie to the hit TNT series, Dallas for season two!
According to TV Line, Wersching will play the recurring role of “an ambitious and sexy transportation commissioner. Sources report that Wersching’s character, though married, just might mix it up with John Ross and/or Christopher.“
Wersching has been quite busy of late, and in addition to her upcoming role on Dallas, fans of the ABC primetime series, Body of Proof will see her in the first two episodes of the third season of this dramatic series premiering in the TV mid-season.
Watch a clip of Wersching and her nemesis, Sam McCall from GH.
ABC Announces November Sweeps Preview For General Hospital!!ABC issued their official press releases for tune-in for their top daytime and primetime shows during the key November Sweeps ratings period! Here is what the alphabet network had to say about what is to come in Port Charles!
“November is about family on ABC’s General Hospital, with family secrets that will change what everyone thought to be true, and includes a bittersweet goodbye. The Quartermaine, Scorpio and Corinthos families are shocked as loved ones return in body and in spirit. The truth is revealed about the mysterious Duke Lavery, while Patrick tries to move on with his life. The Quartermaines’ Thanksgiving tradition continues as they give thanks for all that is involved in being a family – the good, the bad and everything in between…the circle of life. The November storylines coincide with the surprising return of fan favorite Sean Kanan. General Hospital airs Monday through Friday (2:00-3:00 p.m., ET).”
Victoria Rowell Takes To Twitter To Let Fans Know She Will NOT Be Returning To Y&R!The outspoken Victoria Rowell, who many fans have hoped would finally get a shot at returning to The Young and the Restless as Drucilla Winters, let her followers and fans know on Twitter this morning that it is not happening.
In a series of tweets aimed squarely at Sony, CBS, and Y&R executives, Rowell started with mentioning a moment last Friday when Sony Television Sr. VP. Steve Kent stated that a Drucilla return is not the creative direction the show is going in. Rowell then took to task the issue of minorities working behind-the-scenes at Y&R, something she had wanted to do with the number one sudser for quite some time. Here are Rowell’s tweets below!
Victoria Rowell: “Sony TV Sr, VP STEVE KENT stated Friday that bringing back character DRU WINTERS is NOT the creative direction Young & Restless is going in. Head of Diversity at CBS, Josie Thomas asks if I can find work w/ another Network? CBS helmer, Leslie Moonves does not want me affiliated. ”
“Here’s the scoop ppl – for years I tackled diversity issues behind the camera re: unfair practices for minority hiring on Young & Restless. Nat’l Urban League Pres. Marc Morial, Bill Bell Jr., Sony VP Steve Kent, and me met on Wall Street in NUL offices 2discuss hiring practices. Young & Restless soap in its history had NEVER hired an African American producer, writer or director, and its audience is over 50% black. I was told Steve Kent was trying to gets off Young & Restless while I was still there. And I knew that without anyone telling me. As a result Bell Dramatic Serial & Sony Pictures TV were forced to hire FIRST black female writer, Susan Dansby, a 4time EMMY winner on Y&R, There is nothing easy about speaking up for change – especially the blackball-bullying but rest assured there is more than CBS & soap opera! I gave 22 years to CBS on two shows…so, now you know the truth and it doesn’t take a Charlie Sheen moment to send a smart girl packing.”
“The Y&R dirty soap issue of lack of minority hiring in writing, directing, producing went all the way to #1 sponsor, Proctor & Gamble. Thank National Urban League for pulling back the Y&R sheets and demanding change in the 21st century on a billion dollar CBS licensed show. WHY was Sally McDonald demoted from her producer position on Y&R – a woman, a mother, an enormous talent? They don’t want NORMA RAE there;) New Y&R Exec Prod, Head Writer Jill Farren-Phelps hawking costumer, Jen Johns…no style? DRU brought her own clothes to set. U know it. A reason, a season, a lifetime. Young & Restless finally has begun hiring minority directors as well. CBS helmer, Leslie Moonves, and I have a standing lunch meeting, now two years old. I worked for the network collectively for 22 years. I just ask that you FOLLOW me to my next gig!”
DAYS James Scott In Sexy Music Video “Unforgotten” From Roxanna!!Add music video to James Scott’s (EJ DiMera) resume as the Days of our Lives heartthrob was apparently hand picked by recording artist, Roxanna for the official video to her new song, “Unforgotten”!
In it, Scott plays the steamy lover of Roxanna as the video plays out between the past and present, or is it fantasy and reality? Roxanna acknowledged her desire to work with James Scott on her official website noting (regarding DAYS and Mr. Scott): “That show is my comfort food. It calms me down. And, come on, James is the hottest guy alive. I’m sure he thought I was a fan stalking him. We spent 18 hours in the desert for the video. It’s sultry and hot.”
Now apparently, Roxanna tried to lure the often reclusive soap star by first visiting NBC studio to request him in the video, and then followed by emails and telephone calls! With three days to go before the shoot, at last, Scott responded with a thumbs-up!
Nancy Lee Grahn To THE CHEW Nov. 8!"THE CHEW" - "The Chew" kicks off its month-long Thanksgiving celebration from turkey preparation to stuffing, desserts and sides. Celebrity guests include Reba, star of ABC's "Malibu Country" (Tuesday, Nov. 6), and Nancy Lee Grahn of ABC's "General Hospital" (Thursday, Nov. 8). On Wednesday, Nov. 21, "The Chew" unveils a "Very Special Thanksgiving" when hosts Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly and Daphne Oz share their favorite recipes, dining etiquette and entertaining tips for the Thanksgiving holiday. "The Chew" airs MONDAY-FRIDAY (1:00-2:00 p.m., ET).
Kim Matula Staying At B&B!Matula updated fans on her Facebook page: "Lots of rumors are going around that I am leaving the show and I want to say that these rumors aaaaare..FALSE! I just renewed my contract and will be staying :)"
Brian Austin Green Lawsuit Against Ex Vanessa Marcil Dismissed!The new daddy, who with wife Megan Fox confirmed on Wednesday that they'd welcomed son Noah Shannon, was dealt a legal blow after a Los Angeles Superior Court judge last Monday tossed out his lawsuit against ex-girlfriend Vanessa Marcil over purported unpaid loans.
According to published reports, Green had been seeking $200,000 from his former ladylove, with whom he has a 10-year-old son, but Judge Barbara Meiers ruled that the actor's statute of limitations had run out.
BO AND CAROLINE LEAVE SALEM!Bo breaks the news to Victor that he's leaving town so he can be with his mother as she seeks treatment for her early stage dementia.
John and Marlena meet with Bo to say goodbye. John wonders if Bo's real reason for leaving is so he can hunt down Stefano, but Bo says his focus is on helping his mom.
Later, the Brady family gathers to say goodbye to Bo and Caroline. At the gathering, Hope pulls Bo to the side and gives him two discs: One disc contains home movies and the other disc has information on Stefano.
On their way out the door, Bo and Caroline share a tearful embrace with loved ones. "It's very hard to see them leave," says Mary Beth Evans. "Kayla and Roman are glad that Bo will be with Caroline, but it's a very scary time for the family."
Later, Abe stops by to check on Kayla, who feels very alone after saying goodbye to her brother and her mother. "It's so sweet," smiles Evans. "Abe and Kayla have known each other for so long. They've both had losses. They both have kids. They're good friends and now they can be support for each other."
ORPHAN BLACK Production Begins; Cast Includes Dylan Bruce!Start of production on BBC America’s new original series ORPHAN BLACK was announced today. The enthralling new (10 x 60) drama from Temple Street Productions stars previously announced Tatiana Maslany (Cas & Dylan) in the lead role of Sarah, an outsider and orphan whose life changes dramatically after witnessing the suicide of a woman who looks just like her.
Joining the principal cast is Maria Doyle Kennedy (THE TUDORS, DOWNTON ABBEY), Dylan Bruce (THE BAY, AS THE WORLD TURNS), and Jordan Gavaris (DEGRASSI). The series is shooting on location and in studio in Toronto, Ontario through February 2013.
5 reasons why a return of A.J. Quartermaine would be good for ‘General Hospital’!5. To help fill the void that will be left from the departure of Steve Burton. The announcement of Kanan’s return coincided with the departure of Steve Burton who plays A.J.’s brother Jason Morgan leading some to speculate that Kanan may actually be a recast for the character of Jason Morgan. Although no one can fill the shoes of the Emmy Award winning Burton, Kanan would provide a distraction for viewers as A.J. and would bring much angst and will keep some Quartermaine blood in Port Charles.
4. Carly Jacks (Laura Wright). It was actually Kanan’s version of A.J. who Carly had a one night stand with years ago leading to the birth of their child Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell). Over the years the Carly and A.J. battled over their child which eventually led to A.J. being forced to turn over his rights to mobster Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Bernard). It would be interesting to see what kind of chemistry Laura Wright’s version Carly would have with Kanan’s version of A.J. and it may bring back some of the fire that has seemed to be missing from the character of Carly lately.
3. Sam Morgan (Kelly Monaco) and Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst). Two of Jason Morgan’s leading ladies will be left vulnerable. An injection of A.J. in both their lives would be quite interesting and would give Elizabeth a potential major storyline. Both ladies would have issues with A.J. because they both have deep feelings and have both had a child by Jason. Any possibilities of potential romance will add a great dynamic to the show.
2. Sonny Corinthos and Michael Corinthos. There is much unresolved between A.J. and mob boss Sonny Corinthos and much of it has to do with A.J’s biological son Michael who was adopted by Sonny after he forced A.J. to sign away his rights. Michael barely knows A.J. and finding out the real reason on how Carly and Sonny got A.J. to sign over his parental rights will add angst between Michael and Sonny. As an adult, Michael will get the chance to decide whether or not he wants A.J in his life.
1. The Quatermaines. Viewers have watched Port Charles most powerful and dysfunctional family dwindle over the years as a result of death and members of the family leaving town. With the real life death of John Ingle who played patriarch Edward Quartermaine, it is rumored that the character will die on screen also. A return of A.J would be the writers chance to finally revive the Quartermaines and give them a purpose beyond just Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) who is the lone character who gets any decent air time.
Whether Kanan returns to GH as A.J. Quartermaine or a new character, there promises to be much excitement and a few surprises the next couple of weeks.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES Celebrates Spirit Day!Spirit Day is the annual day in October when millions of Americans wear purple to speak out against bullying and to show their support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth. DAYS OF OUR LIVES celebrated Spirit Day on Friday, October 19, with actors wearing purple and posing for pictures on the set including Bill Hayes, Kristian Alfonso, Freddie Smith, Kate Mansi, Blake Berris, Eric Martsolf and Nadia Bjorlin.
The World Still Turns!Like many of you, writer Lynn Liccardo was a big fan of AS THE WORLD TURNS. And she's put down some of her memories and thoughts regarding the long-running soap in a brand new e-book entitled as the world stopped turning...
From the author's description: "Notwithstanding the title and cover photograph, as the world stopped turning... is not a post-apocalyptic novel, but a collection of 18 essays considering the final years of AS THE WORLD TURNS, the soap opera that redefined the genre when it premiered in 1956. Written by a lifelong fan of the show, these essays weave together the show's history, characters, storylines, writers and producers, to create a context within which to consider, not just ATWT, but all soap operas, past and present."
You can purchase the book for $9.99 and read a short sample of it by following this link.
BRYAN DATTILLO ON DAYS 'GAY' STORY!Lucas purposely interrupts an intimate moment between Sonny and Will this week when he beats down Sonny's door with the excuse that he wants Will to say goodbye to his grandma Caroline. Does this mean Lucas can't handle his son being intimate with another guy?
"It's not that simple," says Dattilo. "Lucas doesn't want to see Will get hurt. He just wants to make sure Sonny doesn't take advantage of Will when he's in a vulnerable state."
Dattilo admits that Lucas was taken aback when he saw Will being affectionate with Sonny a few weeks ago and he's trying to get used to being okay with it. "There's a shift in attitude that he has to make," says Dattilo.
Dattilo goes on to talk about Lucas and Sami's relationship, saying Lucas was hurt when Sami picked EJ over him last summer but he would drop everything in a heartbeat to be with her. Shares the actor, "He loves her."
DAYS NOVEMBER SWEEPS PREVIEW!"Gary Tomlin and Christopher Whitesell are doing the unexpected with the characters that I think will prove quite interesting to the viewers," says Executive Producer Ken Corday. "They're really ramping up to Thanksgiving into the new year. They're writing a much more concise show. We're looking at shows airing in mid-March and we know where it's going to be in six months and it looks really good."
John/Marlena/Kristen: Kristen's return poses a threat to John and Marlena's relationship. John believes Kristen has changed and Marlena doesn't. As a result, Marlena resorts to some underhanded, "un-Marlena-like" tactics. Says Corday, "[Marlena] doesn't tell John she's doing it and sooner or later, that's the kind of thing that comes back to bite you. But she's doing it for the sake of her relationship with John and the audience will be rooting for her."
Sami/EJ: Sami and EJ grow closer as they start working together. Says Corday, "We're putting our lock, stock and barrel in those two."
Eric's Return: Eric returns to Salem just in time for Thanksgiving. Corday says they brought him back because they wanted another character in his age range on the show and they wanted to give Nicole a front-burner story. (For those unaware, Eric is one of Nicole's many exes.)
Gabi/Nick/Will/Sonny: Gabi receives big news that not only affects her relationship with Nick, but also affects Sonny, Will, Rafe and Sami. Says Corday, "We'll be seeing a lot of the under-25 crowd, which in the past has always proved successful."
Kate/Stefano: Kate receives divorce papers from Stefano. She has a big story on the horizon.
B&B's Stephanie Gets Musical Sendoff!To honor the exit of Susan Flannery (Stephanie) from THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL, the soap is throwing her alter ego the party to end all parties. And to make it even more memorable, all-female band Celtic Woman will be appearing on episodes airing Monday, November 12 and Tuesday, November 13.
"I can't think of a more beautiful way to pay tribute to the character of Stephanie Forrester and her Irish heritage than to bring in Celtic Woman to serenade her," said executive producer and headwriter Bradley Bell in a statement. "Their distinctive voice and angelic melodies were the perfect accompaniment to this powerful and emotional storyline."
Celtic Woman will be performing the classic Irish standard "Danny Boy" as well as their new hit single, "The Parting Glass," which will be dedicated to Stephanie by Eric. So get your handkerchiefs ready, people (if they weren't already)!
In The Week In The Year 2002!A slightly tipsy Brooke and Adam made love. Brooke was forced to hide Adam when Tad visited, and Tad kept asking her about the previous night. Everyone in Pine Valley gathered at Wildwind to remember Leo. Anna told David that she would like to name her child in memory of his brother. Kendall and Trey disagreed about what to do with Vanessa's diamonds, but Trey ultimately used them to get out of a sticky situation. Edmund tried to impress Maria on their date.
Adam went home and convinced Abigail to return to Los Angeles with him. Molly arranged a meeting with Rosanna. As she agreed to tell Mike the truth, he approached them and reprimanded Rosanna. Bonnie continued to investigate the contents of the videotape. Marshall told Paul that James planned to return to Oakdale on Halloween. Paul agreed to give the videotape to Marshall in exchange for Marshall prosecuting James. Marshall hired Brandy to be at his disposal on Halloween. Will woke up and remembered starting the fire. He also remembered seeing Aaron trying to rescue him, but Barbara pressured him into implicating Aaron as the fire-starter. Aaron turned himself in and was put in jail, but Alison freed him, using Hal's keys. Lucy and Aaron fled to St. Louis to meet up with an old friend of his. Fearing the consequences of her actions and sad because she could not go with Lucy and Aaron, Alison ran away. Craig convinced Jack to allow press coverage of the wedding. Carly missed another appointment with the wedding photographer because she was consoling Craig. Rosanna hired Henry to put Carly and Craig under surveillance. Jack agreed to allow Katie and Simon to investigate the fire.
C.J. continued to be agitated about Bridget and Mark's relationship. Massimo expressed his frustration to Sally about not being able to comfort Ridge. Amber told an unconscious Taylor that Erica was being released into James's custody. Taylor survived emergency heart surgery but was saddened to learn of the extent of her injuries as well as the prognosis if her heart rate did not remain below 90. Preparing for the worst, Taylor offered loving words of encouragement to Bridget, Brooke, Stephanie, and her children as her heart rate continued to rise. After her doctors told her there was nothing more that could be done, Taylor said a tearful goodbye to Ridge and died quietly in his arms.
Abe was reluctant to trust Lexie, who couldn't figure out who was framing her for Hope and Zack's kidnapping, and the culprit was right under Abe's nose. Billie wanted out of her deal with Larry Welch after she realized how much she was hurting Bo, who was frantic to find his family. Hope tried to outsmart Larry's plan so she and Zack could escape. Philip's surprise for Belle's 18th birthday stirred old feelings for Chloe about Philip that seemed to shake Brady's confidence about his relationship with Chloe. Craig, Nancy, and Chloe shared a special moment with the new baby. The twins moved in to Hartley House as Shawn and Belle's respective roommates. John and Marlena devised a plan that would allow them to monitor the activity of the twins, their kids, Tony, and the "House of DiMera." Jennifer and Jack's spark of romance was short-lived when she finally admitted to Jack that she also had real feelings for Colin. Colin asked Tony to be released from his assignment so he could be with Jennifer.
Courtney and Jason kissed, which resulted in uncomfortable feelings for both. Feeling competition from Brenda, Skye decided to go to Europe to discover the truth behind Brenda's fatal disease. Brenda admitted her attraction to Jax. Fearing that a poor moral image might hinder her chances to win the election, Alexis asked Ned to marry her. Elizabeth and Lucky decided to work together to locate Luke. The stalker continued to haunt Courtney. Sonny yelled at Carly about keeping Alexis' pregnancy a secret. Brenda told Sonny and Carly that she and Jason had gotten married.
Alexander and the "ex-wives" club toppled Alan from his post at Spaulding, and then was even more horrified at sister dearest choice of guests at his wedding. Harley succumbed to Phillip's demands, and ended her relationship with a heartbroken Gus so she could win back custody of Zach. Eden and Tony, Ben and Marina; partners in crime, friends and/or forbidden love??? Phillip and Olivia ended up in very tight quarters minutes before the wedding trying to fight off their passion for each other. Cassie's eleventh hour change of heart didn't help much as Reva was sentenced to two years in prison. Cassie turned to Dax as a possible solution to help get Reva released from jail. Beth and Bill's relationship seemed to alienate just about everybody in Springfield, and was especially hurtful for Lizzie and Lillian. Danny asked Gus to help him put away Carmen, Maria and their associates by devising a plan to convict them for "his murder." Carmen thought discrepancies in her personal bank account and Cassie's mysterious payback on her loan were more than a coincidence.
Carlotta's friend recognized Elizabeth as the woman Antonio was at the hotel with, but left town before she could tell anyone. Jessica and Seth got back together after Jessica realized that Natalie didn't really sleep with Seth. Carlotta unknowingly helped Jen's plan when she told everyone at Jen's shower that Natalie was in love with Cristian. Viki went to visit Allison Perkins at St. Ann's asylum, but Allison would only tell Viki to "ask Mitch." The mystery man who was watching Natalie came out of hiding, and it was revealed that he may be Mitch Laurence, the same man who brainwashed Allison into stealing Viki's baby.
TC and Liz became fast friends, and he invited her to stay at his home. Eve was confronted with her past when she ran into Liz. Liz threatened to blow her out of the water. Theresa grieved over losing Ethan to Gwen. Pilar and Rebecca had a violent altercation. Rebecca sought revenge by getting Antonio to realize the truth about Luis and Sheridan. Beth seduced Luis and made sure Sheridan got an eye-full. Sheridan was devastated by what she saw, leading her to believe that her relationship with Luis was over.
Michael dropped the charges against Lynne and Mary but Paul had already heard the details and attacked Michael. Mary told Christine the reason behind the break-in and Paul was stunned when Christine relayed the information to him. John grounded Colleen and warned J.T. to stay away from her. Olivia told Ashley that she watched the videotape and planned to tell Brad the truth. Ashley explained how she became pregnant and implored a non-committal Olivia to keep the secret. Drucilla confronted Brad about Olivia, and told Neil about the problems she's been having with Lily. Wes and Lily were not pleased when Dru and Neil decided that she and Lily would remain in Genoa City. Jack and Phyllis were stunned to learn she had been indicted and shocked when they watched an evidence surveillance tape from a hardware store revealing a woman bearing a striking resemblance to her purchasing a can of turpentine. Diane confessed her feelings to Jack and he finally realized she had set Phyllis up - just in time to stop Phyllis from leaving him. Noah and Cassie were very upset when Sharon and Nick told them they were separating. Despite Nikki's pleas to stay out of their children's personal lives, Victor urged Vicky and Nick to move on from the situation with Diego, to no avail.
PREVIEWS FOR NEXT WEEK!Monday ("Caroline Seeks Treatment")
Rafe and Sami reveal their feelings for one another; Lucas interrupts a heated moment between Will and Sonny.
Tuesday ("The Accident")
Nicole worries that Daniel may find out her secret; Marlena tells Sami that she must quit her job with Kristen.
Wednesday ("Leaving Town")
Daniel gets ready to leave town with Nicole; Jennifer goes to Maggie for help; Abe comforts Kayla.
Thursday ("Advice")
Kristen gives EJ some advice; Will is angry when he learns that Lucas and Sonny had a fight.
Friday ("Nicole Seeks Help")
Nicole asks for help from an unlikely source; Nick and Gabi take the next step in their relationship.
(The Family Fight)
10/29, Sonny and Michael have a heartfelt conversation about their family; Carly reaches out to Sam.
(The DNA Test)
10/30, Steve gives Sam the DNA test; Todd worries that Heather will expose his lies.
(The Party)
10/31, Starr agrees to go with Michael to the party; Lulu and Dante discuss adopting a child; Maxie informs Patrick that she is moving out.
(Null)
11/1, N/A
(Making Love)
11/2, Starr gets an unexpected visitor; Sonny confides in Alexis about Kate.
10/29, Stephanie and Eric look back at their relationship; Bill and Brooke use their resources to help them find Katie.
(Looking for Help)
10/30, Taylor finds an unexpected person at her doorstep; Brooke and Bill put a damper on Liam and Steffy's getaway.
(Aspen)
10/31, Bill and Brooke arrive in Aspen, Colo., hoping to find Katie; Katie starts her new life on the run.
(Major Changes)
11/1, Thomas wants to hold a meeting citing changes for the company; Stephanie makes an important decision.
(Caring for her Son)
11/2, Taylor wants everyone to respect Thomas as a leader; Brooke, Liam and Steffy are concerned about Bill.
10/29, Billy is blackmailed; Jack takes pleasure in his takeover.
10/30, Kevin's dreams fall apart; Harmony and Neil say goodbye.
10/31, Sharon's secret could be exposed by Norah and Nick; Fen is worried about Summer's behavior.
11/1, Adam goes to great lengths to protect Sharon; Chelsea and Chloe form an unexpected partnership.
11/2, Jill comes back to Genoa City; Genevieve and Tucker say a heartbreaking farewell.
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