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51st Daytime Emmys: Eric Braeden, Scott Clifton, Thorsten Kaye, John McCook and Eric Martsolf Score Lead Actor Nominations

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Ahead of the full list of 51st annual Daytime Emmy Award Nominations to be revealed tomorrow on Friday, April 19th, Extra’s Melvin Roberts unveiled the nominations in the highly-coveted Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor.

Going for gold are Eric Braeden (Victor, The Young and the Restless), Scott Clifton (Liam, The Bold and the Beautiful), John McCook (Eric, The Bold and the Beautiful), Thorsten Kaye (Ridge, The Bold and the Beautiful) and Eric Martsolf (Brady, Days of our Lives).

All five of the nominees are previous Daytime Emmy winners, with Eric Martsolf the only won in the group to have won his previous Emmy for work in the Supporting Actor category.

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B&B could make it three years in a row as the reigning champs in the actor race, having won in 2022 with John McCook and 2023 with Thorsten Kaye.

In addition, as previously announced, the Michael Fairman Channel will play host to its 10th annual Daytime Emmy Nominations special featuring several of the nominees for the 51st annual Daytime Emmys which happens live tomorrow Friday, April 19th beginning at 8 pm ET/5pm PT.

Check out Extra’s announcement of this year’s Daytime Emmy nominees for Lead Actor, then let us know in the comment section, which of the five do you hope takes home the prize?

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This is a very disappointing list – where are Mark Grossman, Chad Duell, Paul Telfer, Greg Vaughan, Tanner Novlan, and Nicholas Chavez?

All five of these actors have won before (Clifton has 3). I am not rooting for any of them!

Happier with Lead Actress because CYNTHIA WATROS is nominated!!!!!! She is my choice 100%!!!!

I agree where is Mark Grossman. His story about Conner is heartbreaking.

I can’t imagine that Chad Duell or Nicholas Chavez would have submitted themselves for Lead Actor, so I wouldn’t have expected to see either of their names in this category. Can definitely see Chavez in the Supporting category, if he chose to submit his name this year. Duell, no disrespect to him, but I don’t think he’s done anything Emmy nomination worthy in quite a while.

I’d choose Duell over Chavez’s performances. Chad, like Marcus Coloma, is able to convey anger, intensity, without being over-the-top theatrical. When Chavez first came to the show his explosive scenes to me were ridiculous; he sounded unhinged instead of a son emotionally hurt by and angry with, his father. And when paired with Coloma between Coloma’s ability to convey emotion in a more subdued way against hysteria was glaring. Chavez has since tempered his performances, but I dont find them outstanding. Good definitely. A standout? Not for me. I do think between his good looks, popularity and growth as an actor he’s on his way to a career out of soaps, though regardless of the rumors, I’m not sure if that’s now.

It’s Coloma’s lack of depth in displaying emotions that got him released. Duell’s Emmy win came the year Sonny killed AJ and Michael’s high emotion scorched earth reaction. He always submits in supporting , so we’ll know if he got a mom today.

As for Chavez, it’s not just rumors. He’s been removed from both the cast credits and the character bio pages on the website.

Still really hoping for a return of Adam Huss in the role of Nicholas.

Good to see no one from gh Scott Clifton is a head scratcher Eric martsolf is always great mark grossman would have been great and any actress but watros would be fine with me

Cynthia Watros is the BEST!!!!! She deserves to win! I am rootingfor a million percent!

There is only one man deserving of best actor this year.ERIC BRAEDEN. THIS MAMA IS GOING TO BE VERY UPSET IF ITS NOT.

I think John McCook will win – his “Eric is dying” storyline will get him a second Emmy. I am not crazy about any of these nominees tbh.

Scott Clifton should win for most annoying

I agree!

Misti…oh I agree. And why is that Scott Clifton dude even being nominated?!?!? For what…for playing such an arrogant and blubbering CRYBABY?!?!? HELL NO!!!!!

Eric Braeden, come on the guy has never acted in his life. He ends every line with OK and is usually looking down at the floor.

Or shaking his fist. Don’t know why but he’s always had a problem looking someone in the eye, when he’s speaking to them.

How???
How???
How???

Is Eric the common name?

Eric Braeden is Victor at Y&R
John McCook is Eric Forester on B&B
Eric Mastolph is Brady at Days

And how many Victor namesakes are on soaps?

Victor Newman (Y and R)
Victor Kiriakis (Days)
Victor Cassadine. (GH)

Others??

Someone has too much on their hands with wild conspiracy theories.

There is no doubt Eric and John deserve the acting noms this year it was almost heartbreak that John might leave b&b and Eric has the most character in both clans because he is the man at y&r you got that!

On GH – Eric Quartermaine was Jimmy Lee Holt’s birth name. Victor Jerome was the father to Ava, Olivia and Julian. OLTL’s Tea Delgado had a stillborn baby on GH (Victor Lord III) that Heather swapped with Danny.

Braden please he is a joke same lines same story but three guys from bold ugh

OK, help! I thought it was Franco that took Liz’s baby Liam to his mother. Is this another scenario I think I’m remembering or what?

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2026 Daytime Emmy Awards: ‘Extra’ Partners with NATAS for Pre-Ceremony Red Carpet Stream; Week of Segments Leading to Ceremony and Post-Coverage

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The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) announced on Thursday that the syndicated entertainment news series, Extra will be its partner for exclusive coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards being held on Friday, October 30 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.

The 2026 Daytime Emmys as previously reported can be seen streamed via the The Emmys,YouTube channel, via watch.theemmys.tv, as well as on the official Emmys app, available for phones, tablets, and smart TVs.

Here’s a breakdown of the pre, during and post Daytime Emmys coverage via Extra below!

Beginning Monday, October 26, Extra will feature five nights of dedicated Daytime Emmys segments leading up to the ceremony, giving fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the award show.

In addition, Mona Kosar Abdi, Weekend Host & Senior Correspondent with Extra will host the pre-show red carpet stream on the @TheEmmys Youtube channel.

Extra host and Dancing with the Stars judge, Derek Hough will present during the ceremony, and correspondent Terri Seymour will also host coverage throughout the evening.

Extra’s weekend edition (A WEEK FOLLOWING the ceremony) will features notable red carpet moments, winner reactions, and exclusive footage from the night’s festivities.

The entertainment news program is also nominated for three Daytime Emmy Awards going into the ceremony.

So, what do you think of Extra’s scheduled upcoming coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards starting on Monday? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Presenters Announced

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The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.

The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.

Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).

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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year,  A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.

The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).

The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”

Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.

So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.

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Tom Pelphrey and Kaley Cuoco Welcome Baby Girl, Philomena into the World

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Congratulations are in order for three-time Emmy winner, Tom Pelphrey (ex-GL and ATWT) and his fiancée Big Bang Theory star, Kaley Cuoco! The couple welcomed their second baby daughter together on October 12, and revealed they named the little bundle of joy, Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey.

Tom and Kaley shared the news via their Instagram accounts on Wednesday with some adorable baby pics. Cuoco captioned the photo“🎀Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey🎀. 💖10/12/26💖. There are no words to describe this feeling once again. What a blessing.

Cuoco added, “We are so grateful for the crazy wild up and down journey that brought us to our little Philo! Family officially complete 😭Time to bring Matilda’s baby home! 😂💕”

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BABY MAKES FOUR

Next, Kaley shared her love for the father of her children, exclaiming, “Tom Pelphrey, life exploded the minute we met, and the gifts keep coming. I love you forever , girl daddy! 💘.”

Philomena now joins big sister, Matilda mwho was born in 2023, as part of the Pelphrey/Cuoco family! Tom and Kaley began dating in 2022 and became engaged in 2024.

Daytime fans first saw the talented actor on Guiding Light as Jonathan Randall, the son of Reva Shayne (Kim Zimmer). Tom won two Daytime Emmys for his memorable performances during his run from 2004-2009.

He later played Mick Dante on As the World Turns from 2009-2010, before heading to work in primetime and motion pictures. Last month, Pelphrey one the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in HBO’s Task.

TOM PELPHREY CELEBRATES EMMY WIN AND NEW DAUGHTER WITHIN A MONTH OF EACH OTHER

After winning his Emmy, the expectant dad told E! News, “We’re both so excited. Our daughter’s excited. We’ll see how it goes when it actually gets there.” Tom added, “The things that are new and the things that feel like not a big deal this time. But mom and baby are healthy, so God willing, that keeps up, and we’re thrilled,” added the actor.

Pelphrey took to his own Instagram and said on the birth of his second daughter, “Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey. Another miracle. Welcome to our family youngest queen!  Kaley you showed up in every way as a partner and a mom even when you weren’t feeling your best- you’re a CHAMPION. The girls and I would be lost without you. Thank God for the gift of this family and these girls.”

Jumping in to the comment thread to congratulate Tom and Kaley were Beyond the Gates star Ashley Jones (Heather), Dave Annabelle, Martha Plimpton, Alyssa Milano and many more.

Share your congrats and well-wishes to Tom, Kaley, Matilda and their new addition to the family, little Philomena via the comment section below.

 

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