General Soap Operas

Soap Opera Comings and Goings: Huge Exit, Stunning Hiatus, and Leads Returning

There’s a huge exit, a stunning hiatus, and lead stars returning on soap operas.

By Janet Di Lauro February 15, 2026

Soap Opera Critics Review Hits and Misses: Top 10 Moments of the Week February 9-13

Here are the latest hits and misses from the worlds of B&B, BTG, DAYS, GH, AND Y&R!

By Tina Charles February 14, 2026

As The Wold Turns and Dawson’s Creek’s James Van Der Beek Dies At 48

James Van Der Beek, the actor who rose to fame as Dawson Leery on Dawson’s Creek and later appeared on As the World Turns, has…

By Bryan Beckley February 11, 2026

Susan Lucci’s Latest Memoir Has Fans Asking One Question About All My Children

Susan Lucci’s new memoir is prompting fresh conversation among fans, not just about her life and legacy, but about whether Erica Kane could ever return…

By Bryan Beckley February 03, 2026

Susan Lucci Breaks Her Silence on a Possible GH and Erica Kane Crossover

Lucci made it clear she would not return for a cameo, but said she would listen if there were real work involved.

By Roger Froilan February 02, 2026

Soap Opera Comings and Goings: Beloved Family, Loathed Villains Return

Beloved family members and loathed villains return on soap operas.

By Janet Di Lauro February 01, 2026

Soap Opera Critics Review Hits and Misses: Top 10 Moments of the Week January 26-30

Here are the latest hits and misses from the worlds of B&B, BTG, DAYS, GH, AND Y&R!

By Tina Charles January 31, 2026

The Golden Pear Affair Is Here! How to Watch P&G’s Micro Soap Opera

Join Sofia Ramirez on an adventure to save Nina, her jewel thief of a twin sister.

By Sabrina Reed January 28, 2026

Soap Opera Comings and Goings: Fan Fave Villains and Heroine Returning

Fan favorite villains and a heroine are returning to soap operas.

By Janet Di Lauro January 25, 2026

Soap Opera Critics Review Hits and Misses: Top 10 Moments of the Week January 19-23

Here are the latest hits and misses from the worlds of B&B, BTG, DAYS, GH, AND Y&R!

By Tina Charles January 24, 2026

International Soap Star Barry Conrad Just Made A Big Move

Barry Conrad is ready to take the Big Apple by storm!

By Bryan Beckley January 22, 2026

Brian Gaskill Looks Back on a Lifetime of Soaps and Why His Return to the Stage Feels Personal

Brian Gaskill returns to the stage.

By Bryan Beckley January 21, 2026

Soap Opera Comings and Goings: Firings and Stunning Comeback

There are big firings and a stunning comeback on soap operas.

By Janet Di Lauro January 18, 2026

Soap Opera Critics Review Hits and Misses: Top 10 Moments of the Week January 12-16

Here are the latest hits and misses from the worlds of B&B, BTG, DAYS, GH, AND Y&R!

By Tina Charles January 17, 2026

NAACP Image Awards: Beyond the Gates and AMC Alum Michael B. Jordan Score Big Nods

A breakout moment for Beyond the Gates as the rookie soap earns major awards recognition in its debut year.

By Tina Charles January 14, 2026

Susan Lucci Dishes AMC Memories and a Potential Reboot on CBS’s Soapy Podcast

Susan Lucci looks back on the end of All My Children, teases what’s next for the iconic soap, and shares what inspired her to finally…

By Rachel Dillin January 13, 2026

Soap Opera Comings and Goings: Maternity Leave, Big Exits and Recasts

There are big exits, major recasts and a maternity leave departure on soap operas.

By Janet Di Lauro January 11, 2026

Why Jacob Young Says Soap Fans Will Love A Murder Between Friends

Jacob Young reflects on directing and starring in A Murder Between Friends, how his soap background shaped the film’s pacing, and why longtime fans will…

By Rachel Dillin January 09, 2026