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42nd Annual Daytime Emmy Drama Performer Pre-Nominations Announced!
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The race is on for this years Daytime Emmys with the announcement this morning of the actors in the Daytime Drama Series categories who scored ‘Pre-Nominations’ and will move on to the final round of voting!
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) in cooperation with The Television Academy (ATAS), put out the official release which held the list of performers who will vie for a nomination for the upcoming 42nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards.
The process used to determine those chosen as Pre-Nominated performers is as follows: An online judging ballot containing all entrants in each of four performer categories (Lead Actor and Actress and Supporting Actor and Actress) was sent to all registered, eligible peer judges. The ballot contained a randomized order of performers in each category, regardless of their show affiliation. Judges were required to view clips online containing the work of each performer entry before selecting their top 10 performer choices in each category. Please note that there are 11 Lead Actors and 11 Supporting Actresses due to exact ties in the voting. Th announcement also contains the names of the Entrants for Younger Actor and Actress, who will proceed directly to the Blue Ribbon Round.
Ballots were submitted directly to Lutz & Carr, an independent accounting firm, who tabulated the results. The candidates below who received the highest number of votes now advance to the blue ribbon screening round, scheduled to begin on February 24, 2015, which will determine both nominees and recipients. All final nominations will be announced on Thursday, March 26th.
Here are this year’s Daytime Drama Performer Pre-Nominations. Congrats to all!
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OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
TRACEY E. BREGMAN, as Lauren Fenmore Baldwin
The Young and the Restless, CBS
JESSICA COLLINS, as Avery Bailey Clark
The Young and the Restless, CBS
MELISSA CLAIRE EGAN, as Chelsea Newman
The Young and the Restless, CBS
KATHERINE KELLY LANG, as Brooke Logan
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
PEGGY MCCAY, as Caroline Brady
Days of Our Lives, NBC
ALISON SWEENEY, as Sami Brady DiMera
Days of Our Lives, NBC
GINA TOGNONI, as Phyllis Newman
The Young and the Restless, CBS
HEATHER TOM, as Katie Logan
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
MAURA WEST, as Ava Jerome
General Hospital, ABC
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LAURA WRIGHT, as Carly Corinthos
General Hospital, ABC
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
PETER BERGMAN, as Jack Abbott
The Young and the Restless, CBS
ERIC BRAEDEN, as Victor Newman
The Young and the Restless, CBS
TYLER CHRISTOPHER, as Nikolas Cassadine
General Hospital, ABC
DANIEL COSGROVE, as Aiden Jennings
Days of Our Lives, NBC
DOUG DAVIDSON, as Paul Williams
The Young and the Restless, CBS
ANTHONY GEARY, as Luke Spencer
General Hospital, ABC
JUSTIN HARTLEY, as Adam Newman
The Young and the Restless, CBS
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CHRISTIAN LEBLANC, as Michael Baldwin
The Young and the Restless, CBS
JOHN MCCOOK, as Eric Forrester
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
BILLY MILLER, as Billy Abbott
The Young and the Restless, CBS
JASON THOMPSON, as Dr Patrick Drake
General Hospital, ABC
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
LINSEY GODFREY, as Caroline Spencer Forrester
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
NANCY LEE GRAHN, as Alexis Davis
General Hospital, ABC
AMELIA HEINLE, as Victoria Newman
The Young and the Restless, CBS
ELIZABETH HENDRICKSON, as Chloe Fisher
The Young and the Restless, CBS
FINOLA HUGHES, as Anna Devane
General Hospital, ABC
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LISA LOCICERO, as Olivia Falconeri
General Hospital, ABC
KIM MATULA, as Hope Logan
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
CADY MCCLAIN, as Kelly Andrews
The Young and the Restless, CBS
MICHELLE STAFFORD, as Nina Clay
General Hospital, ABC
CHRISHELL STAUSE, as Jordan Ridgeway
Days of Our Lives, NBC
KELLY SULLIVAN, as Sage Warner
The Young and the Restless, CBS
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
BLAKE BERRIS, as Nick Fallon
Days of Our Lives, NBC
DARIN BROOKS, as Wyatt Spencer
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
STEVE BURTON, as Dylan McAvoy
The Young and the Restless, CBS
SEAN CARRIGAN, as Ben “Stitch” Rayburn
The Young and the Restless, CBS
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SCOTT CLIFTON, as Liam Spencer
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
CHAD DUELL, as Michael Corinthos
General Hospital, ABC
BRYTON JAMES, as Devon Hamilton
The Young and the Restless, CBS
ERIC MARTSOLF, as Brady Black
Days of Our Lives, NBC
KRISTOFF ST. JOHN, as Neil Winters
The Young and the Restless, CBS
JACOB YOUNG, as Rick Forrester
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
OUTSTANDING YOUNGER ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
KRISTEN ALDERSON, as Kiki Jerome
General Hospital, ABC
CAMILA BANUS, as Gabi Hernandez
Days of Our Lives, NBC
LAUREN BOLES, as Ciara Brady
Days of Our Lives, NBC
ASHLEIGH BREWER, as Ivy Forrester
The Bold and The Beautiful, CBS
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CAMRYN GRIMES, as Mariah Copeland
The Young and the Restless, CBS
HUNTER KING as Summer Newman
The Young and the Restless, CBS
TRUE O’BRIEN, as Paige Larson
Days of Our Lives, MBC
ASHLYN PEARCE, as Aly Forrester,
The Bold and the Beautiful, CBS
HALEY PULLOS, as Molly Lansing Davis
General Hospital, ABC
OUTSTANDING YOUNGER ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
BRYAN CRAIG, as Morgan Corinthos
General Hospital, ABC
MAX EHRICH, as Fenmore Baldwin
The Young and the Restless, CBS
CONNOR KALOPSIS, as Chase Jennings
Days of Our Lives, NBC
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CASEY MOSS, as JJ Devereaux
Days of Our Lives, NBC
MAX PAGE, as Reed Hellstrom
The Young and the Restless, CBS
TERRELL RANSOM JR., as Theo Carver
Days of Our Lives, NBC
TEQUAN RICHMOND, as TJ Ashford
General Hospital, ABC
FREDDIE SMIITH, as Sonny Kiriakis
Days of Our Lives, NBC
So, what do you think of the Daytime Drama Performer Pre-Nominations? Who do you think deserves to move on to the final round of voting from their respective groups ?
Who are you rooting for most ? Who do you think is MIA? Share your thoughts below!
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‘Days of Our Lives’ Favorites Making Returns: Alison Sweeney, Christie Clark, Chandler Massey and Bryan Dattilo
Great news for Days of Our Lives fans, now that Ryan Quan is co-head writer of the long-running soap opera. Coming in June of 2027 (since DAYS tapes ten or so months ahead), you can look forward to the returns of Alison Sweeney (Sami Brady), Christie Clark (Carrie Brady), Chandler Massey (Will Horton) and Bryan Dattilo (Lucas Horton).
The foursome is back on set and began last week to tape their upcoming story arc, according to TV Insider. As to what exactly is going on that brings sister Sami and Carrie’s history back up, as well as Will and Lucas’ is only being teased at this time, but suffice to say, it should be intriguing.
Alison Sweeney explained on being back on set, “It was a lot of dialogue and emotion, but with all the best actors to work opposite, we fell into it as if no time had passed. It was really wonderful.”
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As to working with the longstanding rivalry of Sami and Carrie, Alison added on working with Clark, “So, it really does feel like we’re sisters. It’s so fun, and she’s such a good actor that she makes everything so natural that you can really disappear into those stories.”
JUST LIKE OLD TIMES
It also seems like the deep-history, which often had the sister fighting for the love of Austin Reed, but that might not figure into the equation this time, or will it?
Alison indicated what she thought of the scripts she was given. “I felt like when I read it, it was a page-turner. I was very excited. There’s a lot of history here, and a lot of things that haven’t been said. So, it’s really not like, ‘Oh, rehashing stuff.’ And now having played some of the scenes, I’m psyched.” Sweeney added, as for the men, working again with her on-screen son, Chandler Massey and Will’s on-screen father Bryan Dattilo, was also extra special.
The last time DAYS viewers saw Sami on the canvas was back in November of 2025, when she revealed she has gotten engaged to never-before-seen Dante Vitali. As for Clark, she last visited Salem for the episodes surrounding John Black’s memorial in June of 2025.
Chandler Massey’s Will Horton last made a visit to Salem in November of 2025 when he attended the gala for the Tom Horton Free Clinic as part of the soap opera’s 60th anniversary celebration. Bryan Dattilo was last seen in December of 2025. So, by the time we see all four again it will be close to two years since they were on new episodes of the series. Time to look forward to June of 2027.
So, excited by the news of Alison, Christie, Chandler and Lucas making a return to Days of Our Lives? What do you think the story will be involving, Sami, Carrie, Lucas and Will? Let us know via the comment section.
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‘Days of Our Lives’ Alum Al Calderon Talks On His Daytime Emmy-Nominated Scenes as Javi Hernandez (Exclusive)
Last Tuesday, Al Calderon scored the first Emmy nomination of his career for his role as Javi Hernandez on Days of Our Lives.
Calderon name was announced as one of the performers competing for gold in the Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series category at the upcoming 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards on October 30.
This week, Calderon chatted live on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel for a one-on-one conversation where he discussed: his nominated scenes and time on the Peacock streaming soap opera, his decision to leave DAYS, his role of Nico Silva on Brilliant Minds and its sad cancellation, plus his passing the torch of Javi to Jacob Martinez, who took over the role on-screen on the June 30, 2026 episode of Days of Our Lives.
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JAVI REVEALS TO LEO THAT HE HAD A DAUGHTER WHO DIED
Al revealed the scenes that comprise his now Emmy-nominated reel have at its epicenter the heartbreaking moments from the September 12, 2025 episode. In it, Javi shares for the first time to Leo (Greg Rikaart) that he had a daughter named Solana, with a woman he was seeing named Sylvia. One fateful day, Sylvia left their child in a car when she went to work and the little girl died. Javi had blamed himself for not being the parent to take his daughter to school that day since he was hungover the night before, therefore it opened up the opportunity for something to happen to the his child, and it did.
The multi-talented actor/singer explained his reel: “It was the scene where he is talking about his daughter to Leo. I also included the scene where Javi goes to talk to Melinda (Tina Huang) and to see if it would be a viable option to adopt, because I wanted to introduce the subtlety and nuance of why Javi kind of has this whole connection to Tesoro, in a way.”
It is true that Al can bring the tears and make us cry right along with him during his run as Javi. To that, Calderon added, “I’ve read the comments that I’m a little bit of a crybaby, so I didn’t want the entire reel to be of me crying, but I wanted it to show a little bit of an emotional range of the restraint that Javi was feeling so I included that scene
In addition Calderon shared, “I also included a really beautiful scene with Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez, DAYS) where I’m looking at photos of Tesoro, and of course, Javi is crying. I just wanted to show the relationship between Javi and his family as well, and as I mentioned the reveal of the child that he lost.”
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ALUMS AL CALDERON AND ALICE HALSEY REPRESENT DAYS OF OUR LIVES IN EMERGING TALENT CATEGORY
In a twist of fate, Calderon is also nominated in the Emerging Talent category with Alice Halsey who played Rachel Black. Halsey is currently starring in the reboot of Little House on the Prairie in the lead role of Laura Ingalls on Netflix.
As to his hope on Emmy night, Al expressed, “Of course, I want to win, but Alice Halsey is going to give me a run for the money. And if’s not me (who wins the award), it better be her!”
You can check out the full interview with Al below.
Now let us know, do you remember Al’s emotional scenes when he explained to Leo he had a daughter who died, which made it all the more heartbreaking to not end up with permanent custody of Tesoro? What do you think of Al’s chances to win the gold based on his Emmy scene selection? Do you miss him as Javi? Weigh-in via the comment section.
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Emily O’Brien Talks On Her Y&R Past as Jana Hawkes and Working with Peter Porte on ‘Days of Our Lives’
On the latest edition of Soapy Hosted by Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart which dropped on Tuesday, July 21, Emily O’Brien is the featured guest. As soap fans know, Emily has worked with Rikaart both in her first soap role on The Young and the Restless as Jana Hawkes and now on Days of Our Lives in her current role of Gwen Rizczech.
While Emily continues on DAYS, she has very impressive list of credits in the other part of her career as a voice-over actress and one in motion-capture in some of the most popular video games in the world.
O’Brien was first seen on The Young and the Restless back in 2006. She recalled her landing the role which eventually paired her for her five year run with Greg Rikaart.
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BEING CAST ON THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
“The role was just a few days and she wasn’t even supposed to be English,” Emily recalled. “The role was originally called Jade. Karen Rae, the casting director of The Young and the Restless at the time said to me “Oh, you’re from England. Try it with the dialect.” I put it on and she said, ‘I’m going to bring you back at like 3 for s callback.’ So then they changed the role to Jana and they said she’s going to be a Brit. I was only supposed to be on for like five episodes and it turned into 5 years.”
In explaining why she loved crazy Jana, Emily shared, “Jana was sort of like the misanthrope. She was just was the odd one out and I loved it. I felt so comfortable playing that because she was just eclectic and weird and she loved playing with Ouija boards and she rode a motorbike. There was just so much color to bring to her. It was just such a great match to play with Greg (Kevin), and Christian LeBlanc (Michael) and Tracey Bregman (Lauren).
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GWEN, DIMITRI AND LEO ON DAYS OF OUR LIVES
On Days of Our Lives, the Leo, Gwen, Dimitri dynamic is quite unique and been through many schemes and entanglements. Often Emily finds herself in repartee with her ex-lover, Dimitri, who turned out to be gay and then had a thing for her bestie, Leo (Greg Rikaart)!
During the conversation, Greg and Emily sang, Peter Porte’s praised with O’Brien expressing, “Peter is just ready to play. He comes on set prepared. I’ve never seen him with his script. From blocking and rehearsals, he doesn’t have it. He’s prepared. He’s a physical actor and he always trying to come up with something. I think he let me slap him. He let me kiss him. He let me throw a cheeseburger in his lap. He’s ready for anything for anything.”
You can catch the full episode of ‘Soapy; featuring Emily O’Brien below where the actress also talks about replacing Jen Lilley as Theresa Donovan after being let go as Gwen; and being paired again with Greg Rikaart on the Peacock streaming soap opera this time as best friends and more.
So, were you a big Jana Hawkes and Kevin Fisher fan on Y&R? Did you like them as a couple? Do you like the dynamic between Emily and Peter Porte and Greg Rikaart on DAYS? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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SHARON CASE was dissed again!!!!!!! Okay now Im officially done with The Young and The Restless. Sharon Case works her butt off. Sharon is given such harsh backlash and and bashed on the show. All the rest of GC people are never bashed like Sharon Newman. Okay done
But did Sharon submit? I know many years she hasn’t. Perhaps Michael can find out if she even submitted.
Im sure Sharon did submitt. I am in shock she was not nominated. She is the hardest working women on the show and this poor character is given the worst writing.
you’re a big fan of Sharon/Sharon, right? and you’re pissed she didn’t get a pre-nom, right? so you’re going to stop watching?!
Don’t you worry about Ms. Case she is loved and respected by many. Darling it is all politics and Ms. Case does not jump in the middle of the mess they call this show! The Emmys are a complete joke and everybody who knows anything understands that I am laughing at the pre-noms. Same old tired actors with their little games. She is not there because she chose to not jump on the band wagon and stick her nose in the middle of a rumor. God Bless her!
cute post…. “Dahling”
“…Ms. Case does not jump in the middle of the mess they call this show! ”
I think that speaks volumes for our sharon Case
Yes, because clearly Sage’s 3 lines made a bigger impact this past year than Sharon. Um…
I guess if you don’t want to know what happens on Thursday’s Y&R stop here! Even though I’m a Y&R newbie, nothing disgusts me more than this Sharon custody sl. Not even the Hilary & Devon sl.. Y&R showed Sharon take all the strong, smart steps: obtained a good lawyer, got a job even though she didn’t need to, remained reasonable, continued her meds, while Nick did zip. O. Nothing. He lounged around in the woods in a bear trap, trying to “find” himself. If he’s that lost maybe he should back off Sharon. He entertained Sage while his daughter played alone upstairs. Yet all of this past year’s storyline was skipped in court: Faith running away from Nick, Victor’s gaslighting, how Nick thought Sharon was so great as a mother that he had her at the alter just hrs before he filed for full-custody, Nick running off to the woods to feel sorry for himself, how he lied about Summer’s paternity test for 18 yrs or so. What was the point of all of that just for Nick to win custody? It seems as if Chuck Pratt came along & flipped the sl from it’s original intent. There’s no way Sharon would lose custody. These writers seem to have no idea how disgusting & offensive this sl is. I want all remaining soaps to survive, but I hope Y&R takes a colossal ratings dive over this sl. Now poor Phyllis is the victim, Big Daddy Vic has free reign over her & strolls in & out of the mental facility as he pleases because he’s God & Sharon’s the devil. Just ridiculous!
Wise words, Larie. You say it best
Not much has changed…Victor will always be Victor, no matter what. I smell a rat already. Amazing how Victor sold Chancellor just like that. Too easy. Victor the Dic-tator has something up his sleeve.
Yeah, I am just as baffled as you about Kelly Sullivan’s nom. She is a great actress, but too soon to be given consideration.
I believe only a handful are worthy of this award….some nominations do not make sense to me.
SC should have gotten a pre-nom for Lead Actress! Don’t know what it’ll take for her to get a nomination!
Every year people on this site expect a pre-nom and an actual nomination for Sharon Case.
And every year she is snubbed.
The academy is over her, folks. She hasn’t received a nomination in 11 years. She more than likely won’t ever see one ever again. It’s called “falling out of favor with your peers.”
Sorry Leo but Id say Sharon Case has one of the longest hugest fan base there is in daytime
SHARON CASE we love you. We wish they did not forget you
I must say that I’m impressed with the amount of nominations Y&R has…………but Justin Hartley for Lead Actor??? He just started; he’s GOOD but NOT yet. The same with Gina Tognoni for Lead Actress in which she is EXCELLING in her role but not yet! Tracey Bregman is either a YES or NO for me! Kelly Sullivan should have NOT been nominated YET for Supporting Actress! Overall, like the list for Y&R. Where is Melody Thomas Scott????
B&B: I love and respect John McCook but NO…………He hasn’t done much for Lead Actor! Scott Clifton should have been Lead instead of Supporting but like Y&R, like the list. Jacob Young should have no problem winning Supporting Actor but it depends on what the others submit! Where is Don Diamont????
DAYS has POOR submission! Daniel Cosgrove for Lead Actor & Peggy McCay for Lead Actress, SERIOUSLY?? Chrishell Stause……!!!!????? Where is James Scott, Arianne Zuker???
@ Derrick – I’m not a viewer of Y&R, and yet I agree with you with the ‘NOT yet’ submissions for Justin Hartley, Gina Tognoni, and Kelly Sullivan. While I’m familiar with all of their work… didn’t those three actors all debut on Y&R, in the fall? For me that doesn’t warrant a full year’s worth to submit. It feels like JFP decided to throw in all three of her latest hits, just for the sake of it. Who knows, it may work. Billy Miller debuted on GH in the fall, too, but he didn’t submit for GH.
Adding to the not yet list is Michaell Stafford as Nina on GH. First, I am in the minority as I think she overacts and chews up all the scenery. Second, like the players listed above, she just started. Not yet indeed.
@ harry – Michelle debuted on GH May 1st, then again at the start of June. She’s been on GH for 1/2 of 2014, whereas Justin, Gina & Kelly probably completed what… 2 months on Y&R, in 2014?
100% agree :
“didn’t they JUST start on the show?”
Justin Hartley
Gina Tognoni
Kelly Sullivan
already heralded so soon
worthy actors to be surefire HITS
B&B’s Scott Clifton should definitely have gotten Lead Actor he is extremely talented and is exceptionally in every storyline even when we don’t like the storyline at that time.
Everybody with an IQ of a baby knows what the JH pre -nom was about? Answer: for the show to stick it to MM once again. See here our new Adam is so great. He has not proven anything to me yet that he is even close to taking over the character of Adam. I guess we are all still in the first grade over there at Y&R. As for Kelly Sullivan she is another one of JFP’s pets. It really does not matter because TG owns the Lead and Finola Hughes will take supporting.
OMG!! I am so excited to see Freddie’s name on this list!! He so deserves to win!! <
i agree. I’m hoping Freddie wins in that category. He’s extremely talented.
Being that as I only watch GH, I’ll have to limit my comments to only them. Hoping Maura West walks away with it all, she slayed in every single scene! Also rooting hard for Finola Hughes and Bryan Craig.
At the risk of offending people, as far as this show goes I don’t think anyone was left off.
My guesses for who it will come down to:
Lead Actress: Maura West, Laura Wright and Alison Sweeney (all of whom are greatly deserving)
Lead Actor: Anthony Geary, Jason Thompson and Billy Miller (I hope JT takes it home finally)
Supporting Actress: Elizabeth Hendrickson, Kim Matula and Michelle Stafford (I feel like this is MS’ to lose)
Supporting Actor: Blake Berris, Chad Duell and Jacob Young (CD should definitely win)
Younger Actress: To be honest, I haven’t got a clue, they’re all mediocre.
Younger Actor: I think it’ll be between Bryan Craig and Freddie Smith
And for outstanding drama series, hopefully GH isn’t excluded this year like it was last year, because I think it is deserving of this win, GH was FIRE in 2014.
No, Camryn Grimes (Mariah) of Y&R deserves the outstanding younger actress Emmy.
Why, she’s so good she does not appear to be acting. Her personality seems natural–as if she is someone you’d not only meet in real life, but someone you’d like because they’re so honest, so cool and so cynical.
Yes, she’s self-protective because she doesn’t want to get hurt again. How do I know this? Because the actress shows us, she doesn’t tell us. Because she deserves it so much this can only mean the less deserving Hunter King (Summer) will get it because of her constant histrionics.
You got it right Harry it goes (Oh nobody likes me boo hoo, I just don’t think I can do it sniff sniff rub eyes), then the rest of the cast has to hug her while Chuck P tell’s her what a wonderful job she did whining again. and that calls for a pre-nom and a win.
Absolutely, Harry. Camryn Grimes’s acting is effortless. I cannot understand what is so outstanding about Hunter King, as an actress.
Then, I was really thrown by Bryton James’s and Eric Martsolf’s nominations….and so many undeserving others. Really? I don’t get it.
I believe most of the nominees are deserving but there are a few nominated at Y&R that are a bit of a stretch. JFP must have her entire cast submit themselves. I still say she knows someone. Really wish she’d “Go Away”. Excited for GT as Nu Phyllis and JH as Nu Adam. Hope Billy Miller wins again to reiterate the mistake JFP made in letting him go. MS as “Nina” and MW as “Ava” GH had wonderful material.
BM made the decision to leave Y&R!
Billy Miller and Maura West are nominated! What a thrill!
You bet, Kalle.
Not a bad list, but for the love of all that is Holy and good, WHERE is Rebecca Herbst’s name for some of the best work she’s put in since her rape sl? Her scenes w/a bandaged & frightened Billy Miller were heartbreaking at times, remembering her son, Jake, funny at others, going to scrounge up some pancakes for Jake. Shame, shame! Once again, SHAME!
Ita! Not to mention her scenes with Ric Lansing! Rick Hearst is also missing!!!
Alison Sweeney, Peter Bergman, Doug Davidson, Linsey Godfrey, Amelia Heinle, Blake Berris, Steve Burton, Hunter King, Bryan Craig, and Freddie Smith all deserve Emmy Nominations.
Peggy McCay deserves a Lifetime Achievement Award!!!
yeah, if anything, Peggy McCay should be submitted under Supporting, not Lead. Lead is clearly not her category. btw- I love PMc.
Are you serious??? Alison Sweeney, Peter Bergman, Lindsey Godfrey, Blake Berris & Freddy Smith YES but I am curious what has Steve Burton done besides pour coffee, Hunter King is a joke she can’t act and if she could all she’s done is cry & whine (which she is good at even in real life) but don’t worry I can almost guarantee all three Doug Davidson, Steve Burton & Whiny pants Hunter King have already won.
Ditto.
Where’s Kelly Monaco?! SO bummed she isn’t even in the pre-noms. She deserves an Emmy or at least to be nominated 🙁 Excited about all the other GH characters tho, lets hope they win big this year 🙂
ME TOO!!
Wait, what??? No James Scott (EJ, DAYS)??? Did he not submit? WTH!!!
No he didn’t. He said so himself on twitter a little while back.
Too bad, because he had some of the strongest standalone episodes/material of just about anyone else.
It’s going to be a tough race for Lead Actor, with Billy Miller (ex-Y&R)
and Anthony Geary (GH). But again… James Scott (ex-Days) is missing from this pre-nomination list, how disappointing.
A glaring omission, I agree. Perhaps he didn’t submit. Clearly favorites and politics are going here. Half of the noms make sense, half are ridiculous.
How do they have kiddie actors in the same pre-nom category with ppl 2x their age?? Kinda scewered. Haha!!
My picks:
Tracey E. Bregman (Y&R), Jason Thompson (GH), Lisa LoCicero (GH), Blake Berris (Days), Ashlyn Pearce (B&B), Freddie Smith (Days)
no pre-nom for nicholas bechtel is an absolute crime.
Ita!!!
Where is Eileen Davidson? And I’m praying Alison Sweeney wins!!!
its clear that Y&R has a strong voting block, because they sure don’t have a strong cast to warrant this many pre nomination.
It’s not that they don’t have strong cast, it’s that Justin Hartley, Gina Tognoni and Kelly Sullivan just joined the show recently, they don’t deserve these nominations yet because they haven’t done enough work. But I think all of these actors, and the others from Y&R in the pre-noms, are just as strong as actors from other shows.
I don’t think anyone needs to take umbrage with the pre nomination list because they are submitted by the producer of the daytime series.
You can take umbrage when the official nomination list comes out.
That said, would someone please hand Tristan Rogers some decent material?
This man can act up a storm! Plus he’s charismatic as all hell. But the writers seem determined to keep him acting like a low brow con artist. Not only that, he loses time and time again with his con artist endeavors. Maybe I am wrong to do so, but I cannot help but blame JFP.
I hope Boles screens was when Ciara was backmailing Sami for the earrings.
That was funny!
It’s a great list! Not sure how they narrow it down, but good luck to everyone!
what are the air dates for the nominees? I thought it was odd the baby stuff from GH (either baby) wasn’t here – maxie, spin, lulu, dante, brit, her mom… come to think of it not even that big story with Carly getting kidnapped and Franco saving her, and crazy Heather. She was kidnapped last January… would have thought at least that rescue with Heather and the cave in and the shooting of the man that came in and shooting Franco and all that jazz would have put them in the nomination list.
I feel Teresa Castillo for her role of Gabriel sick and then dies. she was pregnant with her own child . that had to be a hard to do if u are pregnant in real life I think shes a wonderful actress
If there were a soap-opera equivalent of the Razzies, I would definitely nominate her!
Oh my gosh so many missing..Outstanding Lead actress should be Alison Sweeney (Sami) Days. Outstanding Lead actor should be Peter Bergman(Jack Abbott) Y & R. Outstanding Supporting Actress should be Lindsey Godfrey (Caroline) B&B Outstanding supporting actor should be Jacob Young (Rick) B&B Outstanding young actress should be Camryn Grimes(Mariah) Y&R Outstanding young actor should be Bryan Craig ( Morgan Corinthoes. This just wishful thinking and we already know the winners are Steve Burton, Hunter King, Doug Davidson so really will anyone watch it or just read about it on the net next day??
If Camryn Grimes does not get outstanding younger actress, something is sooo wrong. The girl is magnificently awesome. She was born to act. Hunter King cannot touch her. Nor can anyone from the other soaps. Peter Bergman deserves the lead actor.
I couldn’t agree more I checked out the competition and Camryn Grimes could leave them in the dust but I think after last year’s show not too many people will be watching. Sharon Case not being nominated is a good example of how fixed it will be again.
I no longer watch Days since James and Alison left, but I hope Alison receives award for best leading actress. Her performance by EJ’s death bed was extraordinary. She is a fantastic actress! If James submitted his name, I have no doubt ,he would be in best outstanding actor category.
Best wishes to all the nominees! Michael, thank you for posting this information.
Surprised not to see Jen Lilley and James Scott?! They’ve both been consistently fantastic.
There’s some tough competition there though!
yeah, Jen Lilley deserved a Supporting Actress nom! She was robbed, too.
Omg! I forgot all about her! She’s amazing why are Jen Lilley & Kate Mansi not on the lists?
Yeah. That is weird. Jen Lilley is a-m-a-z-i-n-g!!!! I don’t get it!
I don’t understand how people even get on the list that you barely ever see,
or have not even been with the show long enough to have submittable material.
Rarely seen: Molly (GH), Aly (B&B), TJ (GH), Caroline Brady (Days), Eric Forrester (B&B), Fenmore Baldwin (Y&R), Chase Jennings (Days) MAX PAGE, as Reed Hellstrom (Y&R), TERRELL RANSOM JR., as Theo Carver
Barely started the show: GINA TOGNONI, as Phyllis Newman, KELLY SULLIVAN, as Sage Warner, CADY MCCLAIN, as Kelly Andrews
Do these shows just throw them all against the wall and see who sticks?
And OMG where is Nicolas Bechtel (Spencer Cassadine)? Best scene stealing kid ever!
Yes! Why are Nicolas Bletchel & Hannah Nordberg missing from the list?!?!
Cady has been on Y&R since Feb. or March.
As far as the younger category, these are the people who were submitted. There was no preliminary round. For some of the shows, these are the only ones who meet the age requirements. Others obviously went with those they felt had the strongest chance.
They all are fine, but here goes my picks! Maura West-General Hospital, Finola Hughes-GH, Michelle Stafford-GH, Chad Duell-GH, Kristen Alderson-GH, Tony Geary-GH, Bryan Craig-GH, Nancy Lee Grahn-GH, Tyler Christopher-Gh, Jason Thompson-GH, Laura Wright-GH, Tequan Richmond, Haley Pullos, Lisa Locicero, Congratulations to all of the actors!
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I want to know who are the ”’registered, eligible peer judges.”’ ?
Sue? Are you sitting down? Because I agree with you! I get the feeling these judges haven’t seen a soap since Luke and Laura got married the first time.
Steve Burton? Sure he’s capable but hasn’t shown it yet on Y&R.
Yesterday after being hurt by Betty Crocker, he stared at a can of coffee beans with a constipated expression on his face for a full five minutes.
Harry, you have described Steve Burton to the letter. I could never find the right words, except for lumbering bear and brick wall…LOL.
Ryan Peavey should be nominated just by his looks. He reminds me of an all black Andalusian stallion…beautiful and sleek. My Gran says he looks like Zorro (Guy Williams).
@CeeCee….Your post reminded me of a character from the long-defunct “Santa Barbara”….his name was “Brick!” Perhaps that would have been a better moniker for “Dullen.” Certainly would have been befitting of SB’s “stone cold” persona, which he apparently took with him when he left Port Charles…..
Okay call me crazy but how in hell did Chrishell S get a pre-nom for playing Jordan? And why is Peggy McCay in the Lead Actress slot– other than her speech at Will and Sonny’s wedding she has done nothing outstanding this year.
And it makes me cringe to see Justin H get a pre-nom for his work as Adam when he hasn’t done anything yet, while someone like James Scott who did some of his best work last year on Days isn’t even mentioned. The only explanation for such an injustice is James didn’t want to put his name in, which is a shame because his work was far more deserving than some on that list.
And the Younger Category should be changed because it is silly to see children competing with grown men and women. Those under 16 should have their own award or they should be excluded from the competition — one or the other.
Other than than that there are no real big shocks or omissions. Personally I just hope Alison Sweeney get sthe Lead Actress award, the rest I will have to see the final list and their reels before deciding my picks.
hey Mary SF – yeah, Peggy McCay is clearly in the wrong category.
And, what a joke is Chrishell Stause (Jordan) – she will not make the final cut for supporting. No way.
I agree, Jeremy. What I wonder is …how did Jordan get from the obscure position of a lowly private therapist hired by Kate, to, now, having her own office at the free-for-all hospital where Daniel serves as every possible medical specialist known to man.
Sorry…didn’t mean to derail…LOL.
Its too early for Justin…James Scott shouldve been in there instead…i love Peggy McCay but that one doesnt make sense…your comments i agree 100%!!!
The most outstanding nominees , in any category, are, IMO; Maura West, Eileen Davidson, Michelle Stafford, Sharon Case, Camryn Grimes, Peggy McCay, Alison Sweeney ,Gina Tognoni, Constance Towers and Lisa LoCicero. ( I cannot believe Arianne Zucker was not nominated. She’s such a passionate actress…go figure.)
Let’s not forget the guys…..ANTHONY GEARY, Billy Miller, and Christian Leblanc. No one else fits the bill for me.
ITA about Chrishell & Peggy!!! I was shocked to see James Scott snubbed too! Totally agree about a younger, younger acting category. I can’t believe Kris Alderson made the list. Her acting is abysmal.
Congrats to YR’s 22 pre-noms, although Sharon Case should have been nom’d and should be up for best Actress hands down.
Also, no Don D. from BB? Also, Mishael from YR?
Can’t wait to hear what others say…
Can’t believe Mishael wasn’t on the list. Same with Vinessa Antoine, Kelly Monaco, and Becky Herbst.
Hey Pat.
YES, SC is missing from Lead Actress and I’m liking Mishael from Y&R! And where is MTS???
Pleasantly surprised Lisa LoCicero on GH made the cut-off in Supporting Actress category. She really is a bright light among a lot of gloom & doom in Port Charles. IMO Maurice Bernard had meatier scenes this year than Tyler Christopher, who made the Best Actor cut-off. Puzzling that Tony Geary, who was absent for half the year made the cut-off above Bernard. I don’t even like the Sonny character. But, really, Bernard played some intense, and funny, stuff this year. Also, Kristen Alderson is still in the “Younger Actress” category? Goodness, when will this lady graduate & be old enough for Supporting Actress?
Lol..You are SO right in everything..I was about to go off, then I read your post..Tyler, REALLY? Not a huge fan of Bernard, but he SO deserves to be in the pre nom ballot..It is nice to see Lisa on the ballot, she deserves some recognition..I love Mr. Geary for years, but kind of fed up that he gets an instant pre nom. when his work was not showcased year long but like always part time..Let your other co stars shine Mr. Geary, and withdraw your name from nomination, you got 7 emmys!!..Emmys in general and especially Daytime Emmys are the most stale and predictable awards show EVER!!
More actors should take their cues from Candice Bergen, who declined additional nominations after she won her 5th Best Actress Emmy for MURPHY BROWN. Sometimes I think Meryl Streep should do the same considering she’s been nominated at least a total of 100 times for every single acting award on the planet. Streep even needs her own separate Wikipedia entry just for nominations and awards since it’s too long for her main biography. Yes, it’s nice to be acknowledged. But, at some point, talented people should stop needing validation that they are indeed talented.
Peggy McCay as Best Actress?
It shouldve been for best cameo…
This list makes no sense.
Totally agree with you….it is a big joke!
Sorry, Harry. Alexis does not wear a push-up bra….does not need one, as her attributes are natural…God-given. She should actually cover up some…too much to behold. Definitely not worthy of an Emmy. LOL.
Generally, push-up bras are worn by flat-chested women.
right off the cuff : Lead Actress
Peggy McKay : “Caroline Brady”
Alison Sweeney: “Sami Brady”
Maura West : Ava Jerome
clearly Maura is the front runner…. dang it tho… should not Alison be lauded for her tenure at DAYS
I adore Peggy McKay tender scenes with all her knowings…. Treasure
TOUGH category : Lead Actor
Daniel Cosgrove : I’m so excited for him being here… he lends a mystique that’s sexiness
Tyler Christopher : if the writing forwards what’s going on with him currently… he’s leading his acting emmy worthy… he’s a lot of feature
Justin Hartley : he’s taken over Adam…. like Tyler , these two are IN from here on out
everyone else is mainstay repeat : is this in fact Anthony Geary swan song? if so… it’s a shoo-in…. after 7 emmys… i’d stand up and let another male lead accolade
best supporting actress : gosh darned it … i love
Finola Hughes and Michelle Stafford for the win
Kelly Sullivan from GH to Y&R and is lauded in everything she does … LOL Exciting
have to prop Amelia Heinle…. kudos to YOU
I hope Lisa Locicero gets in the final 5 : she has so much oomph and pizzaz with most of the menfolk in Port Charles…. Luke/Duke/Ned/Julian…
I”m happy to see Chrishelle Stause mentioned… the writing IS SO BAD… yet, when the camera captures her just right… you recall how wonderful she can be… think AMC
outstanding supporting ACTOR :
weakest category : this is Eric Martsolf to win or lose
serial press sure has been star turning Jacob Young… so he’s the frontrunner ?
it’s great to see Blake Berris and Darin Brooks.
outstanding YOUNGER Actress :
YES, and MORE yes ! Ciara Brady for the steal… and deserved WIN
outstanding YOUNGER ACTOR:
it’s time for Casy Moss to win as JJ Devereaux… he’s carrying the show for the Horton clan
Freddie Smith is being recognized for .. and not any less… with Chandler Massey gone… just spotlighted continually
Y&R : 22 nods
B&B : 10 nods
GH : 14 nods
DAYS: 13 nods
guess which one is bloated overzealous
Y&R has least talented actors of all the soaps..
The actors of Y&R are underpar from the other 3 soaps..
Gina doesn’t hold a candle to Mura West..
Maurice outshines Eric B
Nikki is under Tracy..
Morgan and Michael are leagues above Austen, Fen, and whatshisname michaels brother..
Carly is much better than Victoria
everyone is better than Devon lol
Patrick is better than Cain
Dante is better than Stich and others
Most all from every soap is better than Summer/Hunter
Anna is simply the top of the heap..
No one is better than Anthony Geary/Luke ..
(the Cassadines , all of them, are top notch and exclusive to GH.. no other soap has a talented family as the cassadines..
and- to leave Roger Howarth out of the nominees is terrible.
Not sure but I think Y & R has more cast. Some are just a joke to even have been nominated. What did Doug Davidson (Paul) do?? Hunter King again(Summer) their really shoving her in everyone’s face.Elizabeth Hendrickson(Chloe) she was on for all of 5 minutes at a grave site. Steve Burton (Dylan) what has he done besides pour coffee? It is sad because it takes away from the real acting. Where is Sharon Case or the little girl who plays her daughter Faith?? Very Sad
Y&R has least talented actors……………….SERIOUSLY???????
Congratulations to all the actors and actresses. Good luck to all of them. May the best performers be chosen in April!
Especially proud of Freddie Smith
I’m confused. How are B&B’s Kim Matula (“Hope”), Scott Clifton (“Liam”) and Darin Brooks (“Wyatt”) all up for supporting when clearly they have been the show’s major players for the entire year? Something’s not right there.
It’s called “strategic nominating.” Actors work with their exec producers in deciding which category to place themselves. It’s not based solely on how much screen time or “A” storylines they are in. It’s based on who they will compete against, and if they stand a better chance of winning in a “lesser” category. Certain actors would never be nominated as supporting, no matter how small their screen time (Eric Braeden, Peter Bergman, Tony Geary, Maurice Bernard, etc.)
None of them deserve lead actor Emmys though, there are much better actors on B&B (as is being showcased now with the Rick/Maya/Ridge/Caroline story) and the story they had was just subpar. The kiddie sqaud has dominated B&B for the past few years and that’s not how the show should be. No select few actors should drive all the story on any particular show, no matter how small the cast is. With actors like Jacob Young, Heather Tom, Don Diamont, Thosten Kaye, Rena Sofer, Sean Kanan, etc. in the roster, they should be utilized way more! And let’s not forget John McCook and KKL (the latter of whom is always in story) but they need better story too, being the only remaining original cast members.
Where on earth is Roger Howarth?!?!
I want an answer to where is Roger Howarth, too
Roger is one of the most talented soap actors in existence..
There are none other Roger Howarth that could even attempt to play Franco, none..
Not one actor from Y&R that could be Franco
Not one actor from DOOL could portray Franco
Not one actor from B&B that could be Franco..
Only Roger Howarth has the expertise to portray the confusing layered misfit Franco..
It is madding he Roger is not nominated..
Roger is a King in the soaps..
I love Roger Howarth and always though he was a very talented actor for his work in OLTL ..But to be honest, I seen him in other roles over the years and it just seems to be a “Todd Manning Redux”, so clearly his range is limited.
Clearly the PTB @ GH, did not feel his work was not worthy of Emmy consideration and so do I..His performance of Franco is fun but not WOW, like some of his male costars!
Oh my gosh, Su. Thank you for reminding me. I completely forgot about Roger H. I could smack myself upside the head. How could I forget my Roger…my father-figure. I love him….yeeessss. He should be atop the list.
Asking myself the very same question. He had an awesome year making Franco his own and redeeming an unpopular recast. He created magic with Nina.
Maybe he didn’t submit himself to be nominated.
this can be said for, as well
Roger Howarth : i’m in amazement that he’s turning Franco around… excitable! he’s a feast.
James Scott : some of his press leaves me thinking he’s through with daytime and wants to marlena deitrich wants to be left alone… so done with it all.
Eileen Davidson : her 2nd star turn at Days and partly at Y&R didn’t at least net supporting?
the mere fact that the executive producers from whatever network may have mandated that they have to submit…. like CBS IE: overzealous and seems like some left it up to the actors themselves
therin quagmire for dissappointment for the fans
Tyler Christopher as a Lead Actor, but no Maurice Benard or Roger Howarth? That’s a bizarre selection to say the least. I love Tyler, but no way has he been a Lead Actor at any time in the past year on GH. Maurice and Roger should definitely be on the list. Unless neither submitted their name, which I can’t imagine that they wouldn’t. Those are the two glaring names missing.
Other than that, the other thing that stands out to me is they should really just change the name of these from The Emmy Awards to The Young and the Restless Awards. At least 4-5 people from Y&R in each category, including 6 in the Lead Actor category. They get 4 in the Supporting Actor category, GH gets 1. How is this kinda of thing allowed to go on year after year? I’m sorry, but it’s a joke.
Kathleen Gatti GH should’ve made the supporting list!!
Wholeheartedly AGREE!
@Joel….Amen to that! KG is the ultimate example of a truly talented supporting actress, and it is an absolute travesty that her consistently fine performances have repeatedly been overlooked for consideration. (Sadly, I think “The Krampus” ate her nomination….) And yet, once again, the monotonous antics of NLG’s Alexis have been recognized….the only category I would nominate her for would be “least supported” actress, for the most unabashed and shameless use of one’s cleavage.
And Shay, best supporting actress should go to Alexis’s push up bra.
Yes, Joel. I forgot her also. What’s wrong with me and “THEM”?…LOL. Kathleen is so unique…she does deserve, at least, a nomination.
Agree – she was robbed as were Roger H. (Franco) and Jimmy D. (Rafe) among others. Just not enough slots to go around I guess.
I think out of 11 slots, GH did quite well securing 4 slots (Nancy, Finola, Lisa, Michelle). I believe Kelly Monaco submitted her work, too. And, I have a feeling that Kathleen Gati didn’t submit. Isn’t Kathleen on recurring status? I think contracted actors are able to be submitted.
Yes, Roger Howarth is a glaring omission. Furthermore, Finola Hughes should be in the Lead category since she not only supported, but is a most central character on the show and drove storyline. She, like Maura West always brings it to every scene. As a matter of fact, GH is an embarrasment of riches in the acting department despite the often quirky storylines written for the actors.
There sure seems to be a lot of fluff and clutter pre-noms coming from CBS, specifically Y&R. I wish Sharon Case would pack her bags and return to GH as “presumed dead” Dawn Winthrop #2 and future #5. I’m sure Monica would appreciate having some family again.
In addition, where is DAYS Lauren Koslow’s pre-nom? Furthermore, if Tognoni, Sullivan, and Hartley can get pre-noms for the VERY limited screen time they had on Y&R, why isn’t Eileen Davidson getting one?
BS
What no Roger Howarth!!!! 🙁 Boo
Everyone from Days of Our Lives should move on to the next level! But then I am biased in favor of Days. The show does seem to dominate in the Young Actor category. I think Freddie will win. I would be very surprised if he didn’t.
What is the difference between Lead and Supporting?
And why is Freddie in the Younger Actor category. Couldn’t squeeze him in anywhere else? Embarrassing. He should have had a nod last year for his 2013 performances. Then it would have made sense.
I think Freddie is in the Younger Actor category to give him a better chance of winning. I believe there a “favorites” in the Lead and Supporting Actor categories based on popularity. Establishing a third category allows more “favorites” to win an Emmy in any given year.
If Chandler Massey had not been in the Younger Actor category, would he have won three Emmys. Maybe not. He may have been nominated three times, but he may not have won at all. That is opinion.
How is Nikolas Cassadine a lead role? Really?
With the direction his story is heading in now, I wouldn’t be surprised is Tyler Christopher is up for an Emmy again next year – with a real shot of winning. He is consistently a solid actor, he just hasn’t had any Emmy-worthy material yet.
Really? They gonna diss my KeMo & Becky & Maurice like that?
Maurice at the very least deserved a nom. He acted his a** off all year and was front burner every week.
Except that he stumbles through his lines, Nick. He looks to the heavens for his next line, and for guidance. He just seems so lost, sometimes. Just saying…
Picks for outstanding lead actress:
1 Gina Tognoni
2 Maura West
3 Laura Wright
4 Melissa Clair Egan
Outstanding Lead Actor:
1 Justin Hartley
2 Jason Thompson
3 Billy Miller
4 Anthony Geary
Supporting Actress:
1 Lisa Losicero
2 Finola Hughes
3 Amelia Heinle
4 Cady McClain
Supporting Actor:
1 Blake Berris
2 Bryton James
3 Jacob Young
4 Steve Burton
Younger actress:
1 Haley Pullos
2 Camila Banus
3 Lauren Boles
4 Hunter King
Younger Actor:
1 Bryan Craig
2 Tequan Richmond
3 Casey Moss
4 Freddie Smith
Correct me if I’m wrong, but don’t the actors &/or their management choose whether to submit in “leading” or “supporting”? It seems I remember mention of some choosing “supporting” to get a better edge?
As usual, half the noms are obvious, the other half make no sense.
They are good actors, but if all of these Y&R newbies, Gina T., Kelly S, Justin H can be nominated after only their 1st 2 wks then Billy Miller can as well for his LAST 2 wks there! I hope he wins the whole category, though GH’s Jason T’s past due. Maurice Benard & James Scott are mysteriously missing but Tyler C. who walked around in a dull daze up until the last few weeks when he went dark is there? Odd. No Roger Howarth? Love Days Daniel Cosgrove!
I expected to see Maura, Finola, Nancy Lee, Alison & even Laura on this but am particularly thrilled with Michelle S after the bashing her & Nina fans have taken this past year! LOL. Lisa L must have submitted Olivia’s drunk dialing puppy adoption scenes w/Ned! Sharon Case is missing. Torn between Maura & Alison for Lead Actress though.
Has Days Theo & Y&R’s Reed even appeared on their shows for Best Younger Actor this past year? No GH’s Spencer Cassadine, who has practically had a leading role?!!! Still, it’s a toss-up between Casey M’s JJ, Freddie S’s Sonny on Days or Bryan C’s Morgan on GH. Yikes.
Y&R’s Jessica C & Steve B & Days Chrishell’s characters serve no purpose, their acting is bland & have no place on this list IMO.
Best Younger actress: anyone except the predecessor!
If Chad Duell was still in Younger Actor he may have pulled it off but Jacob Young seems the front-runner here in Supporting Actor.
You are correct about how the actors are chosen for which categories. It’s really not up to the Daytime Emmy Nominating Committees. It’s the decision of the actors and the soap executives into which category they submit their work.
Spencer Cassadine should have gotten a younger actor nod as should have Rafe from GH.
I agree. I love little Spenser. I think we are seeing a great actor in the making. So cute, this kid is!!
Kelly Monaco submitted her best scene yet when she found out Jason was alive and Didn’t make the list, this is clearly some injustice.
Considering the final date for submission of reels was November 24th and Justin Hartley debuted as Adam Newman on November 4, it only takes 20 days to get a pre-nom?????
Oh shocks for those who have worked their buts off the entire year, like James Scott (EJ) with his affair with Kate Mansi (Abigail)
Sharon Case (Sharon) with her secret story with Joshua Morrow (Nick)
Nicholas Bechtel (Spencer) who has given outstanding performance!
Kelly Sullivan is a great actress but she was only on for about 2 months before time to submit! Billy Miller left out of Y&R so early last year yet he was nominated! Some of these people on the list can’t even crack a storyline the right way! Heck Chrishel Stause’s Jordan has been boring the entire year yet she get pre-nom….If she wins that award I’ll crack…
Michael, as you say, this was Monaco’s best scene yet. Exactly!! I noticed that and posted my opinion. The point is, it was the ONLY scene where the viewer saw some oomph from this passive actress. Her acting is consistently boring.
Perhaps it seems as an injustice to you since she is a long-time resident of PC. But, KM elicits no reaction of admiration from me. Personally, there are others more deserving than she.
There are so many glaring omissions from this list. Where are Roger Howarth, Maurice Benard, James Scott, Jen Lilley, Rebecca Herbst, Kelly Monaco, Sharon Case? The list goes on of who could (and should) have made these categories.
Yet, people like Chrishell Stause, Peggy McCay, John McCook, Jessica Collins and TRUE O’BRIEN make the list?!
Justin Hartley, Gina Tognoni, Kelly Sullivan are also here but they haven’t been on nearly enough to warrant these nominations. They’re all good actors but they’ve only been with Y&R for a few months.
A lot of head scratchers – even more than in past years.
Stafford as a “supporting actress?” Give me a break….from the moment she was imposed upon the GH canvas, she monopolized that show for months on end with her trademark high-strung over-melodramatics. It was always about HER first and foremost, much to the detriment of other far more deserving characters and actors….there was nothing supporting about her….The only reason she was slotted into this category was because she didn’t have a prayer of competing against the likes of MW’s Ava Jerome, and the showrunners couldn’t have that.
Yep.
Yesterday Franco injected himself with LSD and he seemingly went insane. He looked at Michelle Stafford and saw her as some reptilian monster and he started screaming. I have never seen Franco more sane.
Now, now, Harry. That’s not very nice. LOL. Are you saying you don’t like Michelle either? I think I’m going to cry.
I love it!…..You’re on a roll, Harry! It’s as if my posts on this thread were directly speaking to you! Thanks for your always clever responses, both here and above…..
Shay, with respect, I’m confused. You talk about Michelle Stafford monopolizing the show, and up staging other cast members. But then a few posts above, you talk about how great Kathleen Gati is, and I wholeheartedly agree with you there. I think she’s wonderful.
But if you’re gonna talk about Michelle monopolizing the show, how can the same then not apply to the Kathleen, who brought us “The Krampus” and “Willkommen” at the Nurses Ball?
I’d say both women are excellent actresses with characters that do have an affinity for chewing scenery on occasion, or sometimes very often, lol. But I don’t think that’s a bad thing in either case. The more grand and over the top, the more I enjoy it! If you’re gonna go for it, go big, that’s what I always say.
@Dan…..Thank you for your reply. I can understand your confusion when you analyze my statements regarding KG and MS…on the surface they may seem contradictory, but not from my perspective. While my beloved Dr. O. does occasionally have her day in the spotlight, and savors it for all it’s worth, one must remember that Ms. Gati is above all else, a “supporting actress” in every sense of the word. She began on GH in relative obscurity and in a small, VERY small, capacity, yet made such a positive impression upon Anthony Geary—and many others–that she was invited back again and again in tiny increments until she was revealed to be Britt’s mother and a vital part of the Cassadine crime machine. She also became a firm fan favorite for whom much clamoring began…we couldn’t get enough of our Liesl Obrecht and her cold calculating demeanor which surprisingly concealed a gargantuan musical/comical capability, not to mention a reserve of ironic warmth. If you added up all the screen time allotted to this versatile actress, I highly doubt one could actually validate the argument she has “monopolized” that much of the show…she simply makes her mark in a truly big and visible way whenever she is afforded the opportunity. Conversely, you have a well-known, daytime vet whose much-ballyhooed arrival onto the Port Charles canvas was in a role supposedly tailor-made for her “talents.” Day upon day we were force-fed the tale of the woebegone Nina and her tragic life ad nauseum….entire episodes were dominated by this leering lunatic and her ever unraveling image from fragile, recovering coma victim to prevaricating perpetrator….all in the hands of a horribly irritating performer whose overwrought trademark techniques became not just predictable, but perturbing, to witness. This continued for months on end, and at least for me, couldn’t wind down soon enough. Hence, I cannot see a credible comparison between these two women or the use of their characters. One is a gifted and charming thespian with personality to spare who cheerfully and skillfully takes on whatever material she is given and the other simply an entitled soap diva who swanned onto the GH soundstage and was handed a front burner storyline that instead of making a big bang, materialized with first a whimper, then a huge thud. For me, that connotes a huge difference.
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Peoples..
I believe the actors nominate themselves for this stupid award, and that is probably why many did not enter and did not want to play this stupid game..
so- who are the judges, names..?
I think the Emmys are a joke. Definitely politics and popularity contest. KKL reminds me of La Lucci. Sho keeps nominating herself hoping that if she keeps trying, they might hand her that pity Emmy. As long as Susan Flannery was on B&B, no one else from the show stood a chance. Ironically when Susan stopped submitting, along came Heather Tom who had already won multiple times for other shows and is going to block KKL because she’s just a better actress. I think they need another way to pick nominees. Some of the best people don’t get nominated
Kelly a Monaco deserves an Emmy for showing up to work every day. JMO.
For best actress the only obvious winner is Alison Sweeney for her amazing final year as Sami Brady DiMeara. She showed her chops this year. I was impressed because she usually overacts but this time she carried it home. Second in line is Maura West as Ava Jerome. This woman is flawless. Maybe a tie would be great. For best actor – simply put – Billy Miller deserves everything he is nominated for. There is not one actor in that category who has as much talent as Mr. Miller. If Billy doesn’t win, I believe Anthony Geary should take it home. He does amazing work in all the roles he has played in the Fluke/Luke storyline. For supporting actor my choice is Blake Berris as Nick Fallon. He did an amazing job. His portrayal of the pain this character had while doing the damage he did to the residents of Salem was beyond spectacular. If Blake doesn’t win then my second choice is Chad Duell as Michael Corinthos Quartermaine. His scenes when he discovered the deceptions were nothing short of brilliant but he does not remain consistent in his acting but he does deserve appreciation for the quality work he did during those scenes. For Supporting Actress my choice is Michelle Stafford as Nina Clay. She manages to convey the line of insanity and fragility so well. She is a welcome addition to the General Hospital cast and one worthy of recognition. Cady McClain is my second choice simply because she is just an amazing actress in whatever she takes on. For younger Actress my choice is Camryn Grimes as Mariah Copeland. That girl has acting chops. She is a natural. She is so underrated on this show. I want her to get what she really deserves for this role. She is amazing. Second choice is Camila Banus as Gabrielle Hernandez. She is a talented young lady and I miss her presence on Days. She gave an A1 performance and should be recognized if Camryn is not. For second choice my choice is Bryan Craig as Morgan Corinthos. He is also a stellar actor who steals every scene he is in with his intensity. He knows how to hold back when necessary and he knows how to let go when needed. My second choice is Max Ehrich as Fenmore Baldwin. He has displayed amazing range portraying a troubled teen with no idea what he wants to be as a human being. He watched his parents go through hell. He battled drug addiction and watched the one girl he loved treat him like crap. He is a talented young man. Very deserving. I like Freddie Smith but his range is so limited. He only acts angry all the time. I never see him let go and be honest in his role. I think he does his absolute best on the show but he is not the best by any means.
hey Mateo – very good write-ups!
I’m with you for a TIE between Alison Sweeney and Maura West.
They both EQUALLY deserve that award.
As I don’t watch Y&R, I’ve only read great things about Billy Miller as ex-Billy. I’m loving Billy Miller on GH. So, for lead actor, I’d actually prefer to see Billy Miller take the win for Y&R, next up Anthony Geary.
I’m also all for Blake Berris, Michelle Stafford, and Bryan Craig.
I’ve read great things about Camryn Grimes, maybe she’ll take the win, and I love Freddie Smith but he does seem to give safe performances.