Here are the latest casting news for the week of June 15-19 from all five daytime dramas: The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, and Beyond the Gates.
Key Takeaways
- GH welcomes familiar faces and major changes, including Kelly Kruger’s casting as Serena Baldwin and the apparent exits of Kirsten Storms and Kate Mansi.
- DAYS fans are saying goodbye to Elia Cantu’s Jada Hunter while several popular Salem favorites return for key storylines.
- Kimberlin Brown resurfaces as Sheila Carter on B&B, while veteran actor Jere Burns makes his Y&R debut in a mystery tied to Diane.
- BTG continues to add soap star power, with Ashley Jones taking on the role of Joey Armstrong’s dangerous sister, Heather.
General Hospital Casting
Serena Baldwin is heading back to GH, and daytime vet Kelly Kruger has been cast in the role. Scotty’s (Kin Shriner) daughter, who was originally portrayed by Carly Schroeder, last appeared on the soap in 2017. Kruger previously played Mackenzie Browning on Y&R and recurred as a publicist named Eva on B&B. She has been married to Darin Brooks (Wyatt, B&B) since 2016; the pair announced their separation last March. Look for the new Serena to make her debut next month.
Troy Lennon Appel has been cast as Hudson, a mysterious new business executive in town. He’s set to make his debut on July 30. Appel’s credits include Revenge Best Served Chilled, Blackmail, Lies and Murder, and Lethally Blonde.
Nazneen Contractor returns as Justine Turner. Josh Swickard’s Chase confronts the town’s district attorney on Monday, June 15.
Andrew Hawkes is back as Ross Cullum. The diabolical double agent gets new intel on Tuesday, June 16. Check out how Hawkes’ dastardly GH character came to pass.
Finn Carr pops in as Rocco Falconeri. The character, who’s on the run with Britt (Kelly Thiebaud), makes a horrifying discovery on Thursday, June 18.
Kirsten Storms appears to be out again as Maxie Jones. The actress, who took a leave from the soap in 2025 and returned last February, announced the news on social media. “Given what’s been going on, I can’t say I will feel comfortable heading back to Los Angeles and returning to work,” she shared, referring to her complicated personal life detailed here. “This has been an eye opening experience about the downside of my profession. My daughter is my entire life; she is (and always will be) my first priority.” Storms joined the soap as Maxie in 2025. During her previous absences, Maxie has been played by Jen Lilley (ex-Theresa, DAYS) and, more recently, Nicole Paggi.
In addition, Kate Mansi made her final appearance as Kristina Corinthos-Davis last week, when her character headed to Los Angeles to attend medical school. Mansi joined the soap in 2023 and is set to appear in the upcoming film Casa Grande.
Days of our Lives Casting
In a surprise move, Elia Cantu is exiting DAYS as Jada Hunter. She revealed the news on social media. “Leaving Days is bittersweet, but I step away full of gratitude and joy for what’s ahead,” posted Cantu. “Jada Louise Hunter, it’s been an honor. She is bold, layered, and I’ll forever cherish bringing her to life. She remains a staple in Salem, and I’ll carry everything she taught me as I go.” Cantu made her debut as Jada back in 2022. You can check out Cantu’s complete emotional goodbye to fans and her character on Instagram.
Louis Tomeo, who’s been off the canvas as Aaron Greene reappears this week. Cat’s (AnnaLynne McCord) brother enjoys some summer fun at the Horton cabin with Leo Howard’s Tate, Ashley Puzemis’ Holly, and Vico Escorcia’s Ari on Tuesday, June 16, and Friday, June 19.
Meanwhile, Jonah Robinson pops in as Dr. Mark Greene, Cat and Aaron’s brother. He shares scenes with McCord’s Cat this week.
Richard Wharton is back as Dr. Wilhelm Rolf. The DiMera employee gives Dan Feuerriegel’s EJ advice on Thursday, June 18.
Nikki Crawford continues her run as Lexie Carver. (Here’s everything you need to know about the daytime newcomer.) She shares scenes with Wharton’s Rolf and Feuerriegel’s EJ on Thursday, June 18, and with James Reynolds’ Abe and Jackée Harry’s Paulina on Friday, June 19.
Sal Stowers and Lamon Archey return as Lani and Eli Grant. The couple joins in on Salem’s Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 19.
Chad’s (Conner Floyd) kids get more airtime. Alexander Elijah Bond and Autumn Gendron appear as Thomas and Charlotte DiMera on Monday, June 15, opposite their TV dad and Martha Madison’s Belle.
The Bold and the Beautiful Casting
Good news for fans of Kimberlin Brown. She’ll be back on the scene as Sheila Carter this week. The character immediately leaves Sean Kanan’s Deacon and Rebecca Budig’s Taylor on edge when she reappears in Los Angeles on Wednesday, June 17. Brown delivered a riveting performance last April, when she learned about Deacon and Taylor’s affair.
Denise Richards resurfaces as Shauna Fulton. Look for the jewelry designer and Darin Brooks’ Wyatt to make a bold proposal to Bill (Don Diamont) on Friday, June 19. Did you know that Richards was initially terrified to join the soap?
Delon de Metz gets some prominent screen time as Zende Forrester Dominguez. The Forrester Creations fashion designer asks Lawrence Saint-Victor’s Carter for advice on Tuesday, June 16. He also airs on Friday, June 19.
A trio of Forrester models is back, strutting their stuff. Shannon McMullen returns as Willow, Olga Zhukova resurfaces as Brittany, and Kayla Ehle reappears as Michael on Tuesday, June 16.
The Young and the Restless Casting
Jere Burns makes his Y&R debut as Dr. Laurence Markham on Monday, June 15. The veteran actor, known for his work on Justified, FBI, and Hulu’s Death and Other Details, plays a character tied to Diane’s (Susan Walters) disappearance and debuts on Friday, June 19. Burns previously worked with Walters on the sitcom Dear John.
Stacy Haiduk continues to cause trouble as Patty Williams. She shares scenes with Peter Bergman’s Jack on Monday, June 15, and with Bergman and Michael Mealor’s Kyle on Friday, June 19. Find out how Haiduk keeps Bergman on his toes.
Lauralee Bell is back as Christine Blair Romalotti. The Genoa City district attorney confronts Michelle Stafford’s Phyllis on Monday, June 15. Bell’s been getting more screen time, dating back to Christine and Danny’s (Michael Damian) splashing nuptials last year.
Roger Howarth continues his run as Matt Clark. Eric Braeden’s Victor lays down the law to the character on Thursday, June 18.
Beth Maitland pops in as Traci Abbott. The popular Abbott sibling interacts with Bergman’s Jack and Haiduk’s Patty this week.
Melissa Ordway returns as Abby Newman Winters. She works opposite Haiduk’s Patty and Bergman’s Jack on Friday, June 19.
Beyond the Gates Casting
Soap vet Ashley Jones is playing Heather Armstrong, aka The Impaler, and the sister of Jon Lindstrom’s Joey. The actress has a long list of daytime credits, having played Megan on Y&R, Bridget on B&B, and Parker on GH.
