Next week on Beyond the Gates, the news of Anita’s devastating cancer diagnosis weaves its way through the Dupree family. As they find out about Anita having breast cancer, and that it’s a version that is particularly aggressive in Black women, Nicole and Dani are forced to picture their lives without the matriarch of the Dupree family.
The week of December 29 to January 2 will undoubtedly feature emotional and heartwrenching scenes. Expect some unexpected pairings to spice up the final days of 2025 and the first of 2026. For example, Leslie and Joey connect as Leslie courts Joey with a scandalous offer. Look for romantic drama to feature Eva pulling back from Izaiah. Meanwhile, Ted and Shanice’s friendship vibes take a turn. And what in the world is going on in the teaser that suggests Dani and Vanessa compete for the same man?
Please note that there is only one BTG preemption scheduled for next week. On New Year’s Eve, there won’t be a new or classic episode of the hit soap. Instead, CBS plans to air college football. The 2025 Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl will air starting at 2:00 pm ET and pits the Arizona State Sun Devils against the Duke Blue Devils. They will play at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas.
But don’t worry, Fairmont Crest will celebrate the final day of 2025 with a special performance from guest superstar Kenny Lattimore. And on Thursday, January 1, BTG will air its milestone 200th episode.
Key Takeaways
- Anita’s devastating cancer diagnosis ripples through the Dupree family.
- Unexpected alliances and romantic shakeups emerge as secrets, schemes, and rivalry heat up.
- Beyond the Gates closes out 2025 with a preemption, a special performance, and a milestone 200th episode.
Next week on Beyond the Gates
Monday, December 29 – Episode # 198
Anita (Tamara Tunie) and Vernon (Clifton Davis) struggle to accept their new normal.
Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant) courts Joey (Jon Lindstrom) with a scandalous offer.
Dani (Karla Mosley) and Vanessa (Lauren Buglioli) compete over the same man.
Eva (Ambyr Michelle) pulls back where Izaiah (David Lami Friebe) is concerned.
Tuesday, December 30 – Episode #199
Special guest star Kenny Lattimore sings for New Year’s Eve.
The Dupree sisters receive heart-wrenching news.
Ted (Keith D. Robinson) and Shanice’s (Ernestine Johnson) friendship takes a turn.
Chelsea (RhonniRose Mantilla) schemes while Ashley (Jen Jacob) and Derek (Ben Gavin) have an awkward conversation.
Wednesday, December 31- SUNBOWL PREEMPT
Thursday, January 1 – Episode #200
Nicole (Daphnée Duplaix) delivers some devastating info to Kat (Colby Muhammad) and Martin (Brandon Claybon, whose soap dreams may have looked different), which causes an argument between the siblings.
Dani demands Bill’s attention while Hayley (Marquita Goings) gets an earful.
Naomi (Arielle Prepetit) and Chelsea are sideswiped by what they learn during a visit with their grandparents.
Friday, January 2 – Episode #201
Dani supports Vernon as Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett) offers some unsolicited advice to Anita.
Tomas (Alex Alegria) comforts a secretive Kat while Martin shares all with Smitty (Mike Manning).
Ted reaches out to his daughter and surprises her with his stance on the matter at hand.
