Days of our Lives

Soap Hub Weekly News Wrap, June 17-21: Casting Shockers And Profound Loss

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Janet Di Lauro

5 years ago

Soap Hub Weekly News Wrap: Icon Sighting, New Additions & The Dark Side

Rumors riled fans of two soaps, a star talked scary health scare, and there were new projects for three daytime vets. Here’s everything you missed in the daytime world –with links, in the Soap Hub soap opera news wrap

Happy Returns?
Two big rumors have stirred up fans of The Young and the Restless and General Hospital. One involves Mishael Morgan (ex-Hilary, YR); the other involves Billy Miller (Drew, GH; ex-Billy, YR). Meanwhile, is Eileen Davidson heading back to YR permanently?

Salem News
Mary Beth Evans previewed Caroline’s emotional memorial service on Days of Our Lives. Brandon Beemer’s back in Salem as Shawn. Find out if and when Martha Madison is returning as Belle.

Ratings High
The story that’s incensed viewers has scored big ratings for The Bold and the Beautiful. Learn some good news about your favorite half-hour soap.

Health Crisis
Pierson Fode (ex-Thomas, BB) revealed all about a health scare that’s kept him off social media. It’s an incredible journey with an uplifting message.

Vet Stars, New Projects
Christel Khalil (Lily, YR) shared big news about the film she just finished shooting. Jacob Young (ex-Rick, BB) has landed a brand new soap role. Heather Tom’s (Katie, BB) has a new gig at her old stomping grounds, YR.

Real-Life Milestones

After announcing their breakup, GH’s Vinessa Antoine (ex-Jordan) and Anthony Montgomery (ex-Andre) are back together. There’s a brand new baby in John J. York’s (Mac, GH) family. John McCook (Eric, BB) celebrated Father’s Day by recreating a special moment with his children.

Personal Loss
Former Days star Peter Reckell, remembered fondly as Bo, recently suffered a major personal life. See what the popular DAYS star had to say and why he thanked his fans.

Birthday Wishes
YR’s Eileen Davidson (Ashley) and Jordi Vilasuso (Rey), GHs Sonya Eddy (Epiphany) and Robert Palmer Watkins (ex-Dillon), and BB’s Kiara Barnes (Zoe) and Ian Buchanan (ex-James; ex-Duke, GH) are all celebrating special days.