Soap Opera News Wrap: Bad Blood and A Heartbreaking Tribute

The soap world lost another icon. Kristoff St. John’s memorial was held. And there’s news from a real-life soap couple. Here’s everything you missed in the daytime world — with links, in the Soap Hub Weekly News Wrap.

Saying Goodbye
Primetime and daytime soap star Luke Perry passed away. Family and friends of the late Kristoff St. John (Neil, YR) paid their respects at his memorial, which featured this amazing video chronicling his life.

Sadly, St. John’s fiance Kseniya Mikhaleva was prohibited from attending the tribute.

Couple’s Milestone
Courtney Hope (Sally, The Bold and the Beautiful) shared some big news about her relationship with Chad Duell (Michael, General Hospital).

Cast Casualty
The Young and the Restless’ new regime made their first cast cut. Find out who was axed.

Meanwhile, Victor (Eric Braeden) as MIA from Nikki’s (Melody Thomas Scott) trial on YR, but was former head writer and executive producer Mal Young to blame…continue reading on the next page —>

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Meanwhile, Victor (Eric Braeden) as MIA from Nikki’s (Melody Thomas Scott) trial on YR, but was former head writer and executive producer Mal Young to blame?

A Poignant Loss
Robin Strasser remembered as Dorian Lord on One Life to Live, is mourning the loss of her dear mother.

Days’ alum Crystal Chappell (ex-Carly) said goodbye to her sweet pet.

Meet Your GH Favorites
The third annual GH convention is set for June, and it’s filled with opportunities to meet your favorite stars.

Leading Lady Legends
Arianne Zucker (Nicole) just celebrated a big Days’ anniversary. Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke) posted a nostalgic photo from her early days at BB… 8000 episodes ago.

Birthday Ladies
Who blew out candles this week? GH’s Jacklyn Zeman (Bobbie) and Kimberly McCullough (Robin). And Days’ Mary Beth Evans (Kayla).