The Young and the Restless star Eric Braeden gave fans an important heal update… Lead actresses coming and going at Days of our Lives… And a former General Hospital star speaks out about the Maui fires… Here’s everything you missed in the daytime world — with links — in the Soap Hub soap opera weekly news wrap.
Add Jen Lilley to the list of Days of our Lives actors who’ll be returning for the show’s special memorial to the late Victor Kiriakis. The actress last appeared on the soap in 2018.
Meanwhile, Martha Madison is exiting DAYS as Belle Black Brady. She spoke to Soap Hub weekly news about some of her favorite Salem storylines and her plans for the future.
Personal Crisis
Patrika Darbo (ex-Nancy, DAYS; ex-Shirley, The Bold and the Beautiful) opened up about a personal crisis involving her husband, Rolf, during the podcast Undressed With Pol’ and Patrik. Check out what she had to say.
Flashback Friday
Judi Evans (Bonnie/ex-Adrienne, DAYS) looked back at some old Justin and Adrienne scenes that hold a special place in her heart and shared a link so you can watch them. Find out why they brought back sweet childhood memories for the actress.
Chatting with Greg
Attention Greg Vaughan (Eric, DAYS) fans. Mark your calendars for Friday, August 18, when he takes part in a Soap Hub fireside chat. Check out the details here.
Eric Braeden (Victor, The Young and the Restless) gave fans an update on the bladder cancer he’s been battling during a Facebook Live chat. The news was good and you can read all about it here at Soap Hub weekly news.
Ingo Rademacher (ex-Jax, General Hospital), who lived on the island of Oahu in Hawaii, spoke out about the devastating fires that recently hit Maui on Instagram. In addition to sharing updates with fans, he also shared information about how you can help.
Bad Betty
Sweet Avery has a nasty new nanny named Betty on GH, and Ella Lentini is playing her. Here’s a few things to know about the daytime newcomer.
Different Character, Different Dynamic
Avery Kristen Pohl spoke out about GH’s kinder, gentler Esme Prince, courtesy of her character’s bout with amnesia during a Zoom event hosted by Coastal Entertainment. Meanwhile, co-star Tabyana Ali addressed fans’ concerns about Trina being too soft on the former bad girl.
Chatting with Maurice
GH’s Maurice Benard (Sonny) welcomed Another World’s alumna Alicia Coppola (ex-Lorna Devon) to his video podcast, State Of Mind. The straight-shooting actress opened up about her private life and the trauma that taught her to have faith.
Ashley Jones (ex-Bridget, B&B) recently said goodbye to her beloved pug, Oscar. She shared a sweet tribute to the pooch on social media.
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