The Bold and the Beautiful

Soap Hub Weekly News Wrap: A Soap Returns, COVID Support, BTS Looks

Published by
Janet Di Lauro

The Bold and the Beautiful readies for Monday on-air return; false report about a Days of Our Lives star’s firing; and General Hospital postpones work return… Here’s everything you missed in the daytime world — with links, in the Soap Hub soap opera news wrap.

Soap Opera News: Bold and Back

The Bold and the Beautiful is back with brand-new episodes on Monday, July 20 for the first time since April. Check out the details.

Heather Tom, who plays Katie and has also directed episodes of the soap, made a guest appearance on The Talk to discuss how the soap’s handling production during the pandemic and what viewers can expect.

Next Up — YR

CBS sister soap The Young and the Restless is back taping, too. Eric Braeden (Victor) reported that cast and crew were tested for COVID-19, and he and co-star Sean Dominic (Nate) shared their eagerness to resume the Genoa City action

YR’s Michelle Stafford (Phyllis) is ready to return to work, too. The actress quipped that it would mean stepping up some hygiene habits.

False Report

A report about a Days of Our Lives star’s firing proved to be a big mistake. Melissa Reeves (Jennifer) fans can rest assured she isn’t going anywhere.

GH Postponement

General Hospital had been looking to resume production in mid-July, but is now planning to get started on Monday, July 20 or thereabouts. One actress ready to roll is Eden McCoy (Josslyn), and she shared a photo that shows just how badly she wants the soap up and running.

Remembering A Star

Finola Hughes paid tribute to the late Kelly Preston, who she once met in New York. Hughes was struck by Preston’s beauty, light and sparkling nature, and that wasn’t all she noticed.

COVID Support

Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis) posted a hilarious YouTube video featuring her “COVID Support Group.” Two daytime soap legends are in the mix, and you can watch their chat here.

DAYS Up Close

Get the behind-the-scenes scoop on Sami and Nicole’s wedding cake fight on DAYS from actresses Alison Sweeney and Arianne Zucker. Plus, Sweeney recently shared some digital kitchen time with Deidre Hall (Marlena). Find out what the mother-daughter team was cooking.

James Reynolds was the guest of honor at Soap Hub Insider’s July fireside chat, and there’s a link to rewatch the video.

Steffy’s Guy

Meet Tanner Novlan, the actor who’s won the role of Dr. John “Finn” Finnegan on BB. He’ll be working opposite Jacqueline MacInnes Wood (Steffy).

Wyatt’s World

Darin Brooks opened up his Instagram feed and asked fans what they think Wyatt saw on B&B’s last episode. Their answers might surprise you.

Social Causes

Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter, BB) posted a photo from a group of daytime stars’ interview with The Insider. They chatted about diversity, inclusion and the responsibility of being a black actor on daytime.

Corbin Bensen (Father Todd, YR) took to his Facebook to lament about the troubles going on in the world. Plus, he shared his hope that things will change.

Sad Losses

Two weeks after losing his beloved father, Peter Reckell (ex-Bo) and his family said goodbye to another member of their family: their dog, Dodger. His daughter, Loden, composed a beautiful poem about their late pooch.

Tajh Bellow (TJ, GH) experienced the loss of a loved one due to the coronavirus pandemic. And he shared his sentiments on the subject.

Branching Out

Brandon Barash (Jake, Days) is featured in a new project, short film The Mourning Hour. It’s available to watch on The Reel Women‘s Network.

Baby Love

Adrienne Frantz (ex-Amber, BB and YR) posted some photos of her new son, Lion. The adorable little boy was born on June 19th.

The Parental Scene

Don Diamont (Bill, BB) is getting ready to send his son, Luca Diamont, to Notre Dame. The strapping young man is set to be the quarterback for the university’s football team.

Denise Richards (Shauna, BB) weighed in about raising teen daughters. Is she a strict parent or a pushover?

Looking Back

YR’s Kristoff St. John (ex-Neil) would have celebrated his 54th birthday. Here’s a look back at the late actor.

Doug Davidson (Paul, Y&R) gave fans another episode of the ’’The Stories Behind the Stories.” This one featured him and Brett Hadley (Carl) traveling to Bermuda to spy on Nina Arvesen’s Cassandra and Mark Derwin’s Adrian Hunter.

Bay Watch

A Martinez (ex-Eduardo, DAYS) took to Instagram to report on his experience going back to work at The Bay. And he posted a photo of himself outside the set.

Load more...
Share
Published by
Janet Di Lauro
Tags: Days of our Lives General Hospital The Bold and the Beautiful

Recent Posts

  • News & Rumors

Charlotte And Emma Are Back On December 23 General Hospital

The girls are back in town! Read More

3 hours ago
  • Dancing With The Stars

Why Joey Graziadei Was Reluctant to Join Dancing With the Stars

He needed some convincing from a fellow Bachelor alum. Read More

3 hours ago
  • The Bold and the Beautiful News

Here’s Why Zende Won’t Get His Christmas Wish After December 23 Bold and the Beautiful

Forrester Creations won't return to its rightful owner anytime soon. Read More

4 hours ago
  • News & Rumors

Is General Hospital’s Post-Coma Lulu Too Much Or Just Enough?

New Lulu is a force to be reckoned with on General Hospital. Is it too… Read More

4 hours ago
  • General Hospital Spoilers

General Hospital Spoilers December 26: Willow Defends Her Bad Choices

On the next all-new GH, Willow defends her actions. Meanwhile, Brook Lynn and Chase strategize… Read More

4 hours ago
  • The Bold and the Beautiful News

Bold and the Beautiful’s Rebecca Budig Suffers Terrible Loss Ahead of Christmas

This holiday season will look and feel different for Bold and the Beautiful's Rebecca Budig's… Read More

4 hours ago