Soap Hub Weekly News Wrap: Goodbyes, Games, And Emmy Time

The Daytime Emmy nominations were announced… Steve Burton lands a new gig…… plus, a major recast and details about a long-awaited soap wedding… Here’s everything you missed in the daytime world — with links — in the Soap Hub soap opera news wrap.

It’s Emmy Time

Nominations for the 49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards were announced on The Talk. Find out which of your favorite soaps and stars made the cut. Plus, read the reactions from several stars and behind-the-scenes bigwigs in the daytime genre.

Days of our Lives: Burton’s New Soap Gig

Steve Burton (ex-Jason, General Hospital) has nabbed his next soap opera gig. The actor has been cast on the upcoming Peacock special Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem. Meanwhile, off-screen the actor announced his separation from his wife, Sheree, as well as some other surprising news.

DAYS Recasts Stephanie
Steve and Kayla Johnson’s long-missing daughter will be surfacing on Days of our Lives. Abigail Klein is taking over the role of Stephanie, and Soap Hub weekly news has some details about how she’ll be joining the soap opera.

Let the Games Begin
From Satan to game show host? Carson Boatman (Johnny) played MC, when co-stars Brandon Beemer (Shawn Brady), Raven Bowens (Chanel Dupree), and Lindsay Arnold (Allie Horton) competed to see who knows DAYS best on the soap’s official YouTube channel.

General Hospital: Harmony’s Swan Song

Inga Cadranel bid a special adieu to General Hospital, after her character Harmony Miller died following a car crash. And the actress spoke out about the incredible moments she shared with her TV daughter Katelyn MacMullen (Willow).

Father and Son Get Candid
GH’s Maurice Benard (Sonny) had a special guest on his State of Mind podcast – his son Joshua, who recently appeared on General Hospital, according to the Soap Hub weekly news report. The father/son discussed living with someone with mental health issues among other topics.

Speaking Out
Tyler Christopher (ex-Nikolas, GH; ex-Stefan, Days) has been upfront about his mental health struggles. The actor recently brought attention to the risk of prescription drugs during Mental Health Awareness Month.

The Young and the Restless: Wedding Talk

The long-awaited wedding of Mariah Copeland and Tessa Porter is about to air on The Young and the Restless. Check out what Camryn Grimes and Cait Fairbanks had to say about their historic union.

About Summer
A new Summer Newman Abbott is about to land in Genoa City. Here’s everything you need to know about The Young and the Restless newcomer, Allison Lanier.

Double Duty
Victoria Rowell (ex-Drucilla, Y&R) is pulling double duty in an exciting new project. Find out what it is and all the details at Soap Hub weekly news.

Play Time
Y&R’s Christian Le Blanc (Michael) and Michelle Stafford (Phyllis) reunited with Sean Carrigan (ex-Stitch) for a fun evening out. Find out the GH star who joined them.

Talking Wellness
Rory Gibson (Noah, Y&R) chatted with Soap Hub about his recipe for wellness. Find out how he stays mentally and physically fit.

In Other Soap Opera Weekly News

The Bold and the Beautiful’s Katie may be missing in action, reports Soap Hub weekly news, but actress Heather Tom has been keeping plenty busy professionally. She recently directed a popular primetime series.

Remembering Duke
A Martinez (ex-Cruz, Santa Barbara; ex-Eduardo, Days) shared some amazing photos on Instagram. They date back to the time he appeared alongside John Wayne in the movie The Cowboys, 50 years ago.

Legend Passes
The passing of Guiding Light alum Jerry verDorn (ex-Ross Marler) evoked some wonderful words from his former co-stars. See what Maeve Kinkead (ex-Vanessa) and Grant Aleksander (ex-Phillip) had to say about him.

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