Vanessa’s daughter, the one who didn’t come home for her dad’s funeral, is finally returning to Fairmont Crest. Is Vanessa ready for the drama? Here’s the breakdown of guest stars and recurring players for the week of March 9-13, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Deanna McBride returns to Fairmont Crest, and her arrival promises to bring major drama for Vanessa
- Grayson’s dangerous ties to the plasma ring put him in a precarious position as Ashley tries to comfort him, unaware of his secret
- A week packed with guest stars and recurring players signals a turbulent and eventful stretch for Fairmont Crest residents
Home from College
Deanna McBride, daughter of Vanessa (Lauren Buglioli) and the late Doug McBride (Jason Graham), finally returns to Fairmont Crest. She has been in college this whole time. She didn’t even come home long enough to go to her dad’s funeral late last year. Angela Fairley is the actor chosen to play Deanna, and something tells us her character will provide plenty of drama. Fairley’s first airdate is Wednesday, March 11. She will continue to cause more drama on Thursday, March 12.
The Week of March 9, 2026
Jordi Vilasuso helps kick off BTG’s week on Monday, March 9, when Ashley (Jen Jacob) tries to comfort a distraught Grayson. Too bad Ashley has no idea that Grayson has ties to the DMV’s dangerous plasma ring.
Shanice’s talents will be needed on Tuesday, March 10. So Ernestine Johnson, who recently attended the NAACP Image Awards with many of her cast members, will be needed to support Ted (Keith D. Robinson) in a professional capacity.
In addition to Fairley’s introduction as Deanna McBride on Wednesday, Darryl W. Handy will be on hand in scenes featuring Marcel and Joey Armstrong (Jon Lindstrom). Meanwhile, Mona spots Randy and Lynette doing something unsanitary, so expect Karan Kendrick, Maurice P. Kerry, and Dominique Madison to be a part of the action.
On Thursday, March 12, Alex Cheeks unsurprisingly pops up for another appearance. It happens because the siblings, Donnell and Deanna, clash. Greg Vaughan will be featured when Kial does out some words of wisdom.
And on Friday, March 13, Cheeks is back when Donnell compares notes with Kat (Colby Muhammad). Vilasuso’s Grayson, the lab tech, is also around when the character receives a threat. And Derek has transitioned from firefighter to the Free Clinic’s general manager. However, Ben Gavin’s character will be around to chat about Ashley’s love life.
MORE: Here’s what to expect on the Monday, March 9 episode of BTG.
