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Casey Deidrick's Touching Final Scenes On DAYS with James Scott & Kate Mansi!

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If you watched yesterday’s episode of NBC’s Days of our Lives, we had to say goodbye to one of the most talented younger actors to appear on soaps, Casey Deidrick!

The actor who created the role of Chad DiMera, actually taped his final episode some four months ago, but due the way DAYS production schedule works,  it took till yesterday to see his farewell episode and final performance as Chad.

And a tearjerker it was! As Deidrick had expressed to On-Air On-Soaps months ago, his final scenes with Kate Mansi (Abigail)  and James Scott  (EJ) were very hard for him to do, and very emotional, but he was so glad that he got to work with this duo on his final tape day.

In the key scenes, Abigail tells Chad, it’s over between them before he heads to Boston.   We felt like we were watching two best friends saying goodbye, which is true about this duo in real life.   Even Will  (Chandler Massey) and Sonny (Freddie Smith) came back for a quiet goodbye to their good friend complete with baby Ari!

However, it was the final scene between the DiMera brothers, played by the quietly understated James Scott. and the emotional Deidrick. that got us all choked up.   After all, it was Chad that took a bullet for EJ, and he asked that some day his older brother repay the favor, but hopefully not by taking a bullet for him.   EJ reminded Chad they are brothers and DiMeras, and that they will stick together through thick and thin.   

So, what did you think of the final scenes between Casey and James?  Were you satisfied with the way the series wrote Chad out?   Share your thoughts below!

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Its a shame he was never given material worthy of his talents. I wish him all he best. I hope they recast Chad and keep him as the nice Dimera…the voice of reason where Lexie left off. This show needs a viable young leading man and a compelling young couple.

Well said!

I agree; I think I never warmed up to this character because his storylines were less than juvenile. I didn’t even think his last scenes were very emotional or a tear-jerker for me. Though, I wish Casey the best. I do think that the young man that plays JJ Devereaux (sp) is an amazing young talent. Handsome, too!

Casey Moss – “JJ Deveraux.

far and away…. saved Daniel and Jenn. had it not been for JJ…. I’d have scratched my eyes out, ranted and raved unholy like…. enuf! what can I say… DAYS seems to have an unhealthy attachment to Daniel.

Casey Moss…. fully embodies JJ’ troubled hurt… turbulent youth… his “dysfunctional” family… angst at the loss of his father.

his acting choices stir… he emotes head on… straight at you… in your face mother – this is it.

yet… you are in wonderment at his loving brother/sister relationship with Abbigail… no wonder she went to bat for him… and even she told Jenn… she’d leave the house as well… and never speak to her again.

I watch in amazement… at his delivery… his body language… always makes his mark… the dialogue… THANK YOU writers… it’s a treat to watch young talent… and you’d think he was a pro at this…. Welcome to Salem… JJ

I still love JJ with and alliance with Jeanne Theresa Donovan.

I have to give props… because SOD did… as in performer of the week… Dr. Kayla Brady has been so smarmy… so quick witted… so strong delivery… just upfront no holds barred snappy, fun, makes you laugh dialogue… well scripted for the lovely lights up my TV screen… Mary Beth Evans…

the way she endears herself… and avails herself… for Theresa and JJ included.

I was bothered some that DAYS chose to unload and diss Jack some… ie: that he assaulted Kayla back in the day… but… notwithstanding… the actors’ delivered spot on…. JJ and Kayla

There’s so much to love about Days of OUR Lives

I would like a recast for Chad Dimera but as a darker character. Him being so ‘nice’ made him kind of bland..and is the major reason he never had strong storylines and popular pairings IMHO. The character above all never made a major impact because of this too ‘neutral’ vibe..Lexie when nice was always a secondary character, she was only front burner when she got an edge and schemed (the Zac/JT baby switch). The few times Chad stand out was when he showed his bad boy/kind of dark, cunning side. Even the actor playing Chad, Casey Deidrick was frustrated about it. Being the nice pal on bland little teen love triangles was a total waste of the character and his portrayer.

Loved it I ‘m glad I had a box of tissues near because tears were streaming down my face.

EJ reminded Chad they are brothers and DiMeras, and that they will stick together through thick and thin.

it’s scenes like this… that the actors’ who portray “THE DiMera’s” give the audience shades and dimensions of humane that send us realing…

I LOL with giddiness at the able ability to transcend character

and Serial is the best place to think – portrait – storyline – layers – FEEL

Stefano
Kristen
EJ
Chad

what a coup

I cry at talent

I am sad pretty soon only Ej will be on the canvas..he will be pretty isolated..The Dimera family is needed on Salem. It is a bonafide core Dool family who should always have several members on Salem.

It was great!!!! But it’s so sad. He’s a true talent and that show needs him in comparison to dime oftheother acting going on, on that program!!! Wish chad the best and Salem you should fight to get him back. Who’s pulling for Abigal & the Dr???!!!! NOT ME ZZZZZ. NO CHEMISTRY!!!!

I read the latest issue of SOD…

and Casey Deidrick was featured….

and he celebrates his work with James Scott and Kate Mansi: EJ and Abbigail.

dang, who wouldn’t: the opportunity to work study and aplomb with James Scott.

as we all know… these young stalwarts, ingenues, pups… if you will.

get their start on Soaps… and most times… leave THE ‘nest’.

he emphatically states… he can leave knowing he’s grown and matured as an actor… and is more confident. well… he’s flying in any case.

what can we say: Casey, I hope Days/Sony/NBC keeps the door open for YOU.

Thank You

I LOVE the DiMera’ Clan the most

DOOL IS

Ours

I loved that scene and its such a shame that this talented actor is leaving. That said, all of the Days cast is so talented I am really loving the show right now. James Scott is very understated as this article says and he is just a joy to watch!

I never thought the character was well written, so I’m not sorry he’s leaving. However, I think Casey IS talented, so I wish him well. Looking forward to seeing him guest on some primetime shows.

The character has lot of potential, a young and attractive Dimera, but they wrote him too bland.. They should recast and making him edgier.

Sorry to see Casey go but what powerful scenes to end his run. Will miss the two brothers acting together. Casey Deidrick and James Scott were fantastic in all their scenes? Best Wishes to Casey.

The scene was so powerful. Not very often do two men pull you to tears like that.

Glad to see some much deserved DAYS praise!

I thought over the years Casey showed remarkable growth in his work as an actor. While I think they could have used him more, I don’t think DAYS could have used him any better than they did…if that makes sense. Meaning, his airtime left a lot to be desired sometimes and because of that they didn’t develop the character as well as they could have, but I felt like what he was given, showed the best of himself. I really enjoyed how he was brought into the show (being Grace’s father, but believing he was Sydney’s for a while, and tried to get custody) and even written out (having his Dimera side come out). Wasn’t a fan of him being an insta-Dimera, but it tied him to the canvas giving him long-term purpose, and I loved the relationships he formed with each member of the clan. And though I know there were many rooting for Chad/Will, I particularly enjoyed Chad/Sonny.

Wish the actor well. Hope to see him again.

The final scenes were nice, expecially the scene with EJ and Chad. During Chad’s time in Salem, not enough time was spent with Chad an EJ as brothers. Sad that it took a bullet for EJ to realize how much having a brother like Chad means to him. Opportunity lost.

Did CD leave DOOL on his own or was he given the boot? Abigail and Chad pairing was much better than Abigail and that doctor.

He left on his own..he wanted to try other mediums (prime time) and was frustrated by his lack of storylines and i mean INTERESTING storylines..his character was too bland..they did not really fleshed him out..Too bad, it is a waste. Good luck to Casey Deidrick for his next projects. But i hope for a Chad Dimera recast, the character is needed he just need to be written strong and edgier..darker.

I am not happy he has been written out. I sometimes don’t understand why a charismatic character like Chad who could have such a great story line of always running the line between good and evil gets written out while a boring character like Cameron is kept on. Not crazy about the sniveling JJ either. But Chad is always a great character to watch when he has a good story line. He and Melanie were a great couple. Shouldn’t have let them go in my opinion.

i will miss chad chad is not even dying why not bring him back with a new actor he was just a good actor

j j and thersea i love they are 2 peas in the same pod these twosome should be the new bo and hope so different but the same they are so good together they know how to do bad together

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Days of our Lives Star, Greg Vaughan, Gives Health Update and Thanks Everyone for Their Support

Greg Vaughan (Eric, Days of our Lives, ex-Lucky, GH, and ex-Diego, Y&R) provided an update on his health on Sunday, March 17th. Vaughan had previously shared that he had become ill during a trip with his sons to Colorado, and had developed altitude sickness when he was having trouble breathing accompanied by terrible headaches and landed in the urgent care.

Now on St. Patrick’s Day, Greg took to his Instagram and shared how he is feeling now, and to thank everyone for their love and support.  As it turned out, Vaughan was diagnosed with high altitude pulmonary edema, commonly known as HAPE. However, he is on the mend slowly and surely.

In his new video post, the DAYS favorite started by expressing, “I just felt such an appreciation and gratitude for everything. . reaching out. Your prayers have been felt. It’s been a struggle, but I’m over the top. And, taking this moment just to say I didn’t realize the things that I was going through. My (original) post was simply just to educate, put some information out there and some things that I was feeling, just share that information and the struggle that I was going through, which I didn’t quite understand. And it wasn’t because I’m stubborn or just because I’m a father, a man, and didn’t want to go to a doctor. It is just something I thought was so minor that I could overcome it, just by taking care of myself.”

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The Daytime Emmy winner then revealed his actual diagnosis, “So, basically my situation was high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE). With some good friends, doctors that had reached out to me, it kind of gave me some understanding on the aftermath, which was very, very beneficial.”

“But I’ve been resting, taking care of myself even though I live in a hamster wheel,” said the dad of three teenaged boys. “I gotta get up and, you know, do my normal domesticated stuff, eventually. I’m tired of laying down in this bed, but, I am feeling much better.”

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Talking on his confusion of trying to understand what could have been ailing him, Vaughan expressed, “I couldn’t quite figure it out, even though I was emphasizing and professing to my children going on our spring break getaway about hydration. I professed it. But, even though I was acting on it, it had a greater effect on me, and for which I did not even think, because my head was such in pain, and I was in a very bad state of mind – not being able to be out there with my kids on the mountain, enjoying their time, as well. I thought I was doing the right thing. Unfortunately, my lungs were full of fluids and my head was in severe pain and even migraine pills didn’t even help. So, I just want anybody that goes into the Colorado Mountains to know, it is no joke. It is this very serious thing which I guess is why they call it the Mile High City.”

Greg had a mountain of ‘thank you’s’ to give for the outreach he received from his original post, “For everybody internationally, wherever you are, I love you and I appreciate you and just the time and the thoughts that you’ve shared with me,” said Vaughan. “I didn’t realize that it would make such an impression on so many people around the world. I feel tremendously loved and I can’t say it enough. I’m good. And I appreciate you.”

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The actor concluded his video with, “To all the family and friends that have reached out to me, man, it means the world. So take care of yourself, enjoy your spring break with your families. It’s Saint Patty’s Day, obviously. I wish I could be out there.” Vaughan added, “I feel loved and touched and I can’t emphasize that enough. I’ll take better care of myself, promise you will do the same.” Before he signed off, Greg shared, “Just know, that I’m alive and well and breathing, and I’m sore. So, be well, take care. I mean it. Thank you, tremendously.”

Glad to know that Greg has been on the mend, and shared his appreciation for everyone that reached out to him during this trying time? Comment below.

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‘Access Hollywood’ and ‘Couple to Throuple’ Host Scott Evans to Appear on Days of our Lives

Scott Evans, host of Access Hollywood and the Peacock reality series Couple to Throuple, will make a guest appearance this week on Days of our Lives.

Circle the Thursday, March 21st episode of DAYS for Evans’ arrival in Salem. During his tape date last fall (since DAYS tapes months well ahead of when episodes actually stream), Scott posed for a snap alongside Mary Beth Evans (Kayla), Jackée Harry (Paulina), James Reynolds (Abe) and Greg Rikaart (Leo).

Teasers for the 3/21 episode of DAYS share that Leo tries to come up with his next gossip column, and Paulina and Abe return home to a mini-celebration set up by Johnny and Steve. Will Evans pop up in one of those scenarios? Stay tuned.

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For a long time, soap opera fans knew only of one Scott Evans. The one who played Oliver Fish on One Life to Live from 2008-2010.  But in show business, there are two Scott Evans’ that are widely-known.

Last Thursday, March 12th at the 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards, it found both Scott Evans and Scott Evans together in the green room and they taped this video ditty below, calling out how they both share the same name.

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Last weekend, viewers saw OLTL’s Scott Evans on-stage at the Oscars when he performed in the musical number “I’m Just Ken” from Barbie led by Ryan Gosling.

As for Access Hollywood’s Scott Evans, he has been with the entertainment news program since 2015, appeared in the recent Ladies of the 80s: A Divas Christmas with Linda Gray, Donna Mills, Nicollette Sheridan, Loni Anderson and Morgan Fairchild, and currently has an overall talent and development deal with NBCUniversal.

So, looking forward to seeing Scott on DAYS? Check out ‘Evans meeting Evans’ below, and then share your thoughts in the comment section.

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Days of our Lives Star Greg Vaughan Shares Sudden Health Scare: “I Truly Feel Like I Work & Live in a Soap Opera!”

What started out as an adventure with his sons, quickly turned into a nightmare for Days of our Lives Daytime Emmy winner, Greg Vaughan (Eric Brady).

In a series of Instagram posts, Vaughan shared the sudden health crisis he found himself in.  The images show Greg with an oxygen tank to help him breathe.

The actor began to fill people, sharing, “I’ve said more than a few times, I truly feel like I work & live in a Soap Opera! 🤪 this trip was nothing short of another great Vaughan adventure!”

He went on to say that on a father and son Colorado spring break trip, he began to feel shortness of breath, feeling tired and with a headache and after two days of hoping he would feel better, Vaughan finally went to an Urgent Care to get checked out.

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“I finally surrendered & went to urgent care and to my shock I learned that I was experiencing severe altitude sickness.” Vaughan admitted. “My Blood Oxygen was at 54% & my lungs were full of fluids! Blood oxygen, also known as oxygen saturation, represents the percentage of hemoglobin in your red blood cells that is carrying oxygen. Most people have an oxygen level of 95-100%….”

Providing more detail to his health scare, Greg shared, “Well, 4hrs later, a couple of bags of IV & oxygen tank strapped to my face, I was told that I needed to immediately get off the mountain! However I couldn’t, we still had another day to go & wanting the boys to enjoy their last day on the hill tops! I opted to go home with an oxygen tank, a good laugh for everyone, and I know will follow, but my boys looked after their old man & fortunately they had friends on this trip!”

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The experience of altitude sickness in the Colorado Rockies gave Vaughan a bit of a new perspective, “In all seriousness, no matter your age, and all the times I’ve ⛷️ & 🏂 in my lifetime, Colorado Rockies is no joke! As they say, ‘ take a breathe and smell the roses!’ That is truly something we need to remember & appreciate! #recover”

Share your well-wishes to Greg as he continues to be on the mend via the comment section below.

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