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Katherine Kelly Lang Talks On B&B's 7000th Episode Milestone, Her DWTS Italy Experience & Brooke's Return!
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It’s a big week for CBS’ The Bold and the Beautifu1! On Friday, January 23rd, the show will air a very special original retrospective featuring the cast and notables to honor the series 7,000th episode milestone! But before that on Thursday, January 22nd, long-running series star Katherine Kelly Lang returns as Brooke after three months away from the canvas. In story, Brooke left for Milan … and in real life Katherine ventured to Italy during her hiatus from the soap to appear as a celebrity contestant on the Italian version of the hit ballroom dancing competition series, Dancing with the Stars.
On-Air On-Soaps caught up with Katherine last week at CBS at the dedication ceremonies of Stage 31, which is now known as the Bradley P. Bell studio, and as B&B marked the occasion of their 7,000th episode achievement. Katherine shared her thoughts on this important event in the history of the series, what she hopes will happen when Brooke returns on-screen and becomes fully engulfed in story, and we discuss the way that she was treated, or shall we say mistreated, at the hands of the judges of DWTS Italy, something that the savvy KKL fans have been following on social media, right along with us.
Always one to give a 110% percent in all of her endeavors on-screen or off, we’re glad to have Katherine back with us on the CBS Daytime drama to see what will befall Brooke next! Here’s what she shared during our conversation below.
7,000 episodes of The Bold and the Beautiful … and your boss Brad Bell’s (executive producer, and head writer) speech was so touching as he addressed the cast, crew, his family, the press, the network, and those in attendance. Were you choked up like the rest of us?
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KATHERINE: During Brad’s speech I started to tear up when he was talking about his father Bill Bell having the stage across the way dedicated to him, and now he has one across from him at CBS for The Bold and the Beautiful. Brad was so cute and emotional and usually he doesn’t let himself get like that … it was a nice speech! And the speeches from his wife Colleen Bell, and Angelica McDaniel (CBS Entertainment Senior Vice-President Daytime) were great as well. It was a beautiful moment for Brad and for our show.
You and John McCook (Eric) have been here the longest, and from the very beginning! How does that feel knowing the show in which you have been with since the start has reached this milestone, and you have been such an integral part of its success?
KATHERINE: It’s nice and feels good, and I like it! I have to pat myself on the back for that. (Laughs) It’s been a long time, but it doesn’t feel like it, or that has it has been forever. However, when you say 28 years that’s a long time. But, it’s really exciting to be a part of it, and the show keeps getting better and better.
So, when did you start working back on B&B after your return from Italy?
KATHERINE: I started back to work two weeks before Christmas.
Once this whole situation with the judges went down on Dancing with the Stars Italy, where you were treated so appallingly, were you just ready to come back and just jump right back into work on B&B?
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KATHERINE: Oh, yeah! I was so ready to come back. I didn’t understand why they would want to bring an internationally known actress, and a star that they love over there and then … just demolish her. It’s a reality show, and I get that. But I have to say, it felt inhumane the way they were treating me, and not just on the stage, but within some parts of the production. Everybody who worked on it was very nice though such as: the VIP’s, and the dancers and their partners. They were all terrific.
I saw video clips where you would have this earpiece on, and they were translating to you what the judges were saying in English. And there was the injured leg incident, which the judges had a field day with, and slammed you for it!
KATHERINE: Yes. They ignored the injured leg. I had talked to the producer and she said, “Don’t worry. We will take care of your leg. We will play it up and the judges will feel bad for you, and they will understand and give you a little break.” I said, “OK, because I really don’t want to push it and tear it more.” Then she said, “Well, just go get a cortisone shot.” She wanted me to do that so I don’t feel it, or feel the pain when I dance. And I am thinking, “Why would I not want to feel it, and then I end up tearing my leg, and I would wind up having to have surgery?” So I said to her, “I am not getting a shot.”
Did they understand that you are very athletic in real life? You do ride horses, and are a triathlete.
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KATHERINE: I said, “I do Iron Man races! This has never happened to me. It’s you guys, and the way your are doing business here, and the production.” Many people were injured during the course of the show. One guy got injured and had to pull out. I tried to pull out, but couldn’t because of the contract. I was concerned. I am athlete, and I truly did not want to injure myself further. I am still frustrated by the whole experience. I was eliminated, but then had to come back in and train on a Monday to learn a whole new dance to get back in. And even if you are eliminated, you are still dancing every week to get back in, and then when you get back in, you are competing against people who have been in the competition the whole time, and their dances are just getting better and better. I just couldn’t move my leg very well, and I would favor it. Then, I got back in and got disqualified again! Then, once myself and others were out of the competition completely, we then had to still learn group dances. So, I was still practicing 3 to 5 hours a day. It was crazy for three months. So, I couldn’t wait to get home.
It seemed the judges were gunning for you from the start, but that also seems part of how they do the Italian version of DWTS, which is very different than the American version.
KATHERINE: It started on my very first dance, and then I hurt my leg, and the judges almost got worse. They didn’t bring up my leg, and so I had to bring it up, and then when I brought it up, it was like, “Well, she is trying to play the sympathy card!” No, I really tore my leg! Let me show you my leg muscle! (Laughs)
What were the Italian fans reaction to you and what happened on DWTS?
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KATHERINE: They were so upset. They said, “Please don’t let this show be a reflection on the Italian people and what Italy really is, because we know you love Italy, and we hope this doesn’t spoil your feelings about Italy.” And honestly, it did. When I got back to the United States, I said, “I don’t want to go back.” But now, I am suppose to go back to do a movie this month! (Laughs) So for that, I will go back! (Laughs) You know the nice part of being in Italy during Dancing with the Stars was that I got some alone time with my boyfriend Dom (Dominique Zoida), and my daughter Zoey, who is living in London. She would come over to Italy on weekends to visit, and that was so nice.
In your absence on B&B, the characters have been shaken up quite a bit, and the canvas has changed somewhat.
KATHERINE: I think things like that are great, and help break things up so we don’t get stuck in a pattern. When Brooke went off the canvas, it allowed other people to sort of switch around, and they could tell different stories. By the time I came back, everything was all turned upside down and different (laughs), but that is good! I thought it was great, because it also helps my character go in a different direction, because I also felt that Brooke was spinning her wheels.
Coming up, do you think viewers can expect big story ahead for Brooke?
KATHERINE: I think so! Brad Bell has been announcing that he has something in the works for Brooke that is the biggest and the best stuff for the character ever. I am like, “Bring it on!” I am excited and I can’t wait. I hope it’s something crazy, or different, or something I have never done before, instead of bouncing back and forth over a man. I mean, that can be a secondary story for Brooke, but I want her to have her own story that is not about a man – the man can be somewhere down the line. I mean like, down the line! (Laughs)
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What did you submit for the Daytime Emmy Pre-Noms this year? Was it when Brooke got drunk and talked to the portrait of Stephanie at the Forrester mansion and admitted, that yes, she was just, “A slut from the valley”? (Laughs)
KATHERINE: I did. I submitted that scene and the one before it where I am talking to Bill (Don Diamont) about how Katie (Heather Tom) was with Ridge (Thorsten Kaye), and Brooke was very upset by that. Then, I had the scenes where I was drinking the wine, and then she goes over to the Forresters, and then she gets drunk drinking the vodka. So, it’s from that scene to that scene where Brooke passes out on the floor.
Maybe, Brad will make Brooke an alcoholic!
KATHERINE: I would love it, and I think it would be fun to play. It’s tricky too as an actor to play that. Melody Thomas Scott (Nikki, Y&R) plays that very good. My favorite show is Shameless and William H. Macy is so good as a drunk! When talking about that, he says, “I don’t do anything, I just do it.” But watching people like that does help inspire you. My fear with that is that you do have to sort of overact to make it work, but you still have to make it seem natural.
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Do you think when it gets back to Brooke and a man, do you think it should be … Brooke and Bill? Brooke and Ridge …or … Brooke and someone new?
KATHERINE: I think she should be alone for awhile. I hope she doesn’t have to play those feelings, and say, “Screw men! Forget it … they are not worth it!” (Laughs)
So B&B fans, looking forward to Brooke’s return? What do you hope is her next big storyline that you think would be exciting and different? Will you be watching B&B’s 7,000 episode celebration? And, what did you think about the way Katherine was treated on DWTS Italy? Comment below!
General Hospital
Tristan Riggs is General Hospital’s New Aiden
Looks like there is another new actor in the younger set on General Hospital. Tristan Riggs is taking over the role of Elizabeth Webber’s (Rebecca Herbst) son, Aiden.
Previously, Enzo De Angelis played the part of Liz and Lucky’s (formerly Jonathan Jackson) son since 2021. Soap Opera Digest confirmed that Riggs is now firmly in the part.
The switch happened on today’s Thursday May 2nd episode in scenes. Recently, Aiden came out as gay to him mom after admitting his interest in one of his classmates.
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As Riggs begins in the part, it looks like Aiden is being bullied at school. Elizabeth is trying to get to the bottom of things and made an appointment with school counselors to find out what’s going on, after seeing his book bag had pink paint on it.
Riggs has been acting since he was 7-year-0ld and has appeared on the TV series Walker, True Lies and Best Foot Forward to name a few.
So, what do you think of Tristan Riggs as the new Aiden? Do you hope Aiden’s story becomes more front and center? Comment below.
Interviews
(WATCH) B&B’s Katherine Kelly Lang and Annika Noelle Talk Lead Actress Emmy Nominations and Brooke and Hope’s Mother/Daughter Relationship
Two of The Bold and the Beautiful’s leading ladies, Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke) and Annika Noelle (Hope), are in the running for the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series at the upcoming 51st annual Daytime Emmy Awards.
Original series star Lang, along with Noelle, play mother and daughter on the series, which makes for an interesting dynamic on-screen and off. For Katherine, this marks her fourth Daytime Emmy Acting nomination. She previously won a producer Emmy for Venice the Series, and for Annika, this is her first Lead Actress nomination after previously scoring a nod in the Supporting Actress category.
On B&B, Brooke and Hope have had a rocky road this past year, with Brooke disapproving of Hope giving into her feelings and desires for Thomas (Matthew Atkinson), and the dissolution of her marriage to Liam (Scott Clifton). Meanwhile, Hope watched Brooke have marital troubles with Ridge (Thorsten Kaye), in part to Taylor (Krista Allen), only for her to win him back.
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The two actresses chatted with Michael Fairman for an exclusive livestream interview this week on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel where they shared their thoughts, reactions and scenes from their nominated reels, how they see the current climate between Brooke and Hope, and much more. Below are some excerpts from the conversation.
Katherine, what are your thoughts on getting a Lead Actress nomination as this point in your career?
KATHERINE: I think it’s great. I was so happy to be nominated. It was unexpected, but I was really happy about it. Of course, I think everybody wants to be nominated, or get an Emmy at some point in their life, especially if they’ve been on a show for a very long time and you put a lot of work in. You do many, many scenes and hopefully, good enough scenes to be able to be nominated, and get in into the running. But yes, it’s hard to me. It’s hard every time when it comes around. I get anxiety whenever Emmy-time comes around.
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What scenes were on both of your nominated reels?
KATHERINE: I just submitted the two back to back shows that I had between Brooke and Taylor (Krista Allen). It was when their relationship came to an end because they became friends, which was really nice. They swore off Ridge, which was great, and they had a nice relationship for a little while. But then, Brooke finally realized Taylor still had her sights on Ridge and this wasn’t going to work. So, she ended the relationship with Taylor. At that point, she really had it with Taylor, because she really trusted her and she really liked their friendship. She was shocked to find out what Taylor was still doing and how she still wanted Ridge in the end. And so for Brooke, there was no going back after that.
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ANNIKA: My reel launched into Hope’s denial of “I’m nothing like you, mom. I have a solid marriage.” Cut to Liam confronting her about what happened in Rome and the choices that were made there. And then Brooke walking in on her and Thomas together and mother/daughter going toe to toe, and then finally kind of wrapping it up with Hope just coming into her own and just not being so swayed by other people’s choices.
Is it difficult for you to chose to enter into the Daytime Emmy race?
KATHERINE: I don’t want to do a competition, because we do this for a living, because we love it. I think if you don’t love it, you won’t be here for very long. So, it just feels weird in a way that it has to be a judging where everybody’s judged against each other. I don’t like that feeling because I like it all to be about family, which it is. Sometimes in a competition it can get kind of of strange. So to me, the prize is just coming to work every single day, getting to work with wonderful people like Annika, everybody in the office, the producers, the writers, the directors, the crew, and just working with everybody. It’s wonderful how we all work so well together and just being able to do something that I love to do every single day and play this character of Brooke on a TV show on CBS.
ANNIKA: I would have never thought in a million years you would get anxious from it. For me, it’s very obvious that I get very anxious.
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Katherine, what do you recall about Annika when you first met her and then shared scenes with her, after having Kim Matula as her predecessor in the part?
KATHERINE: Honestly, it was super easy to work with Annika. She just fell right into the character. I loved her immediately and her energy. Actually, I got to read with her. I loved her, even then in the reading. I was kind of mesmerized with her, like her eyes. She’s very innocent, open face, and you can feel her. I loved Kim Matula, too, who played Hope before Annika, and there was a little time between them. It was nice that they didn’t recast somebody right away, because that’s always kind of shocking. You want to give it a little time, and for the audience to accept it and to find somebody new and bring them on. People come and go andyou have to kind of go with the flow.
Annika, what was your first impression upon meeting Katherine?
ANNIKA: Oh, I understood that this was the legend who had been on the show since the beginning. I think you were my second callback. I think the first one I read with Scott Clifton (Liam). When they called me back again and they had me read with you, I remember I just opened the doors and she was just standing there. I was like, “Oh, Gosh. Okay. I’m reading with Katherine Kelly Lang.” She was very professional, knew her lines like back and forth, and she was saying the lines as if she was really the character. It wasn’t even like acting. That’s how good she is.
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Where do you think Brooke and Hope’s relationship is at now?
ANNIKA: Brooke and Hope have maybe ironed out some misunderstandings. I think there’s still that little bit of Hope’s baggage or just unresolved trauma, or she needs to go see a psychiatrist about not wanting to become like her mother. I think she acted out in a lot of ways within the Thomas storyline.
KATHERINE: Brooke wasn’t happy with Hope and Thomas. She didn’t approve. Brooke’s a little bit more relieved and doesn’t have to deal with that pressure and can get back to the relationship with her daughter. I think they’re really good friends and I think they have a good understanding of each other and their positions within this relationship. I think it’s only going to get stronger and better, when they realize that they are two powerhouses together.
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Remember when Brooke and Thomas had their psychedelic berry trip and we didn’t know if they slept together?
ANNIKA: I try not to think about it. (Laughs)
KATHERINE: Well, I loved it! I almost have to say that was my favorite fun story. In it, our plane crashed in the ocean and this was a huge production. They had made a pool inside a hangar, and then the pool was full with broken plane pieces, and we are sputtering up out of the water. It was dark and misty, they had the smoke, everything. It looked like a movie. So, we got to do that which was so much fun. When we were stranded on the island, we actually shot those scenes in Malibu. But, they also made a huge deserted island on set. It was humongous. It almost took up the whole stage, and that’s when Brooke and Thomas were high on berries, and the flowers would come out of the the cave. There were a lot of CGI effects. It was crazy and incredible. Adam Gregory was playing Thomas then, and we had a lot of fun. We never knew if Thomas and Brooke actually did it or not, but then it turned out they didn’t, because they realized it was like something in a dream.
ANNIKA: We like to keep things vague.
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The show, at times, likes to pull out the classic line, “Slut from the Valley.” How do you feel about your character being called that when it was originated by Stephanie Forrester, who used to dig at Brooke?
KATHERINE: Do I mind, “Slut from the Valley?” I didn’t mind it when Stephanie (Susan Flannery) would say it, but I kind of mind it when other people say it. I thought that was Stephanie’s line, and that should just come from her.
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Annika, one of the hottest topics on B&B’s fans mind in our live chat, is when Thomas returns from Paris, will he and Hope rekindle their relationship or is it truly over?
ANNIKA: I’m just as in the dark as everyone else about what is to come with that. So, I’m kind of waiting on pins and needles to see if we revisit it, or if Thomas has moved on. I’m just so curious to see what is to come. I think we’re going to find out very soon.
Check out the full video interview with Katherine and Annika below. Now let us know, do you enjoy the mother/daughter scenes between Brooke and Hope as played by Katherine and Annika? Are you rooting for one of them to win the Daytime Emmy for Lead Actress? What do you think will happen in the future for Brooke and for Hope? Weigh-in below.
General Hospital
Juliet Donenfeld is the Temporary Recast as General Hospital’s Georgie
Those who saw the GH preview for today’s May 2nd episode were a bit confused when they saw a young actress sitting with Lois (Rena Sofer) and Violet (Jophielle Love). As it turns out, that young girl is a recast Georgie.
Juliet Donenfeld is stepping into the role temporarily replacing Lily Fisher. As viewers know, Georgie is the young daughter of Maxie (Kirsten Storms) and Spinelli (Bradford Anderson) named after Maxie’s sister, Georgie who passed away.
According to Soap Opera News, Fisher will be back soon in the part.
As for Donenfeld’s credits, she has appeared as JJ in the Netflix’s WWE series The Big Show Show, Better Call Saul, Good Girls, Station 19, and Sydney to the Max to name but a few.
In addition, Juliet became the youngest nominee for an Annie Award, gaining recognition for voicing the character of Sally Squirrel in the Animated TV/Broadcast Production of Pete the Cat.
Watch today’s GH teaser below, and let us know your thoughts about Juliet as a recast Georgie via the comment section below.
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Honestly, it’s been nice not having Brooke on screen for the past few months, same with Hope. The stories on B&B are always around Brooke or Hope, to the point where not having them on the show probably makes Brad think “Wow, I actually need to write for other characters!” And that’s what’s happened during Brooke and Hope’s absences, other characters have had front-and-center stories, like Rick. Jacob Young is shining right now, and I’m really excited to see where this story goes.
I hope when Brooke returns, she doesn’t get into a relationship with anyone for a long time, like Katherine said, “down the line”. And, even when that does come around, I don’t want to see Brooke and Ridge get back together (even though they will always be the endgame) and I DEFINITELY do not want Brooke back with Bill. If anything, I want to see Nick return, and Brooke be back with him.
Regardless, I hope this “big story” Brad has planned is worth it, because I’m not too thrilled for Brooke to return. I hope the story changes my mind.
pfff n importe quoi
Brooke et ridge ou brooke et bill remettent ensemble ils sont les meilleurs couple de B&B .
I am glad to be both Hope-free and Brooke-free. This current set of actors on screen are just stellar. The writing is up several notches. Right kind of story balance needed on the show. Enuf of the constant bed hopping and wedding planners from Brooke/Hope.
Lol..:maybe you should check out the Religious shows..it’s a Soap Opera take a chill pill!
I agree AJ. Right now B&B has a great story going on between Rick/Maya/Ridge/Caroline. I hope they let those talented actors continue to shine once Brooke & Steffi come back on the scene.
I agree although its nice to have Brooke back. It was a nice break from her & Hope. Lets give Ridge & Caroline a chance and Bill & Katie.Want to see Rick & Maya kicked to the curb maybe Steffi take over Forester.
Some people get comfortable with the same old crap, it’s all they know.
I for one, CANNOT wait for Brooke Logan Forrester to return to LA!!! The character definitely needed a break. SO much has happened on the canvas since she left! She is going to be gunning for Quinn upon her return, and I am sure she is going to have meaty scenes with Rick, Caroline, Bill and Katie as well!! On the romance front, I wish the would give her and TK’s Ridge a chance to go at it. Ridge and Brooke are endgame and these people are clear into their 50s. Let’s stop all the bedhopping and have the next generation of Eric and Stephanie take their place!!! I’m ready for the nuHope to comeback next!!! I hope it’s Julie-Marie Bergman!!! And they need to bring back Bridget Forrester as well!!!!
I am definitely NOT ready for Hope to come back! She JUST exited the show, and since her departure, there has been a much greater story balance, with the whole Rick/Maya/Ridge/Caroline story taking the lead. I would like to see Julie Berman in the role, but not yet, I think Hope needs longer to recover from her miscarriage, and when she returns (just like when Brooke returns) I don’t want her to be with anyone for a long while.
I totally agree about Bridget though, she needs to return! I love Ashley Jones in the role, and I never understood why they wrote her (and for that matter, the rest of the Marones) out. I always liked her on screen, especially with Nick.
I have been much more interested in the show since they’ve been mixing it up with other cast members. KKL is beautiful –and she IS internationally known and she IS a star, but I was a little taken aback to hear her describe herself that way.
I am glad Brooke will be back on my screen. I agree, no man for a while. Let KKL have a good challenge, something Brooke will have to overcome. I think alcoholism has been done enough, give Brooke her own thing. Sickness maybe? RUNNING FC maybe (wink wink). Let her do something empowering!
Glad to see ya back Kelly!!
Oh yea, and I agree! When it’s time BRING BACK BRICKY!! <3
Love KKL and have been a fan since day 1. She was the underdog!! She has grown as an actor, and would love her reunited with Eric, and be Matriarch of the Forrester Family; with that in mind the position of CEO will be up for grabs. The character Brooke started as a scientist in the Forrester Lab; and had made many contributions since then. It is time for her to run the show (at Forrester Creations) with Eric behind her! Welcome back Kelly!!
I can’t wait for Brooke’s return .. I’m tired of those kiddies & their shenanigans .. Looking forward for some grown folks stuff .. You were missed KKL.. Ignore the Ihaters .. Life is too short !
Maybe you should take a chill pill and watch a religious show! Your’s has been the only hater one here as of yet.
Maybe Brooke found her long lost son Jack in Italy-and will bring him home. Whatever did happen to that kid anyway?
He went the way of Nick to the land of Far Far Away without an explanation. It really is disappointing that B&B has such a rich history of characters that are never used, but really should be! I would LOVE to have Nick, Jackie, Bridget, Thorne, Taylor, Steffy, Thomas, Amber, little Jack and R.J. back on screen. I also find it shocking that Brooke rarely, if ever, mentions that she has two other sons out there – hell, she barely even mentions Bridget!
Imagine, Thorne and Ridge team up as brothers to start a new fashion house to get out from under Rick’s tyrannical thumb, and then approach Jackie and Nick about teaming up to revive Spectra or Jackie M Designs! Thomas and Steffy join that company, and Rick, realizing he needs new designers, rehires Amber! Taylor and Thorne reignite their relationship (why was it ended, again?), while Ridge and Caroline explore where things go between them. Meanwhile, Jackie pursues Eric, putting him at odds with his son, and Nick and Bridget get back together, even though she tries her best not to turn her back on her brother… it would be great drama! They just have to utilize the characters and make it happen!
Who was Jack’s father> Anyone remember?
Nick Marone is his father.
I have not missed Brooke and Hope. But I do welcome a return of Brooke. Sometimes a break is a good thing. My hope is that Brooke returns refreshed and renewed by her time away from the dysfunction. I agree with Miss Lang that a story for her character that is not romantic would be welcome. I want to see Brooke be more than a wife, mistress, girlfriend. I would like to see more mothering. I would like to see her be strong and find a way outside Forrester and those handsome but problemtatc men!
The show has been fantastic without Brooke being on everyday. Other actors got the time to shine. I hope they stick with that.
Im so glad she’s back but I hope she doesn’t interfere with Ridge & Caroline. I would love to see her kick that son of her’s (Rick) out on his duff with his Maya & her ugly photo.
Maya’s portrait is beautiful. Haters will spew their hate every chance possible.
No hate, Maya is a beautiful woman, but she plays the role of someone who is not on the same level of Caroline or in the same league (education, public standing, popularity etc.) That said the portrait is awful. She had beautiful photo’s taken when she model in the show. I just don’t like the way the hair is stuck out on all sides. BTW When people have a different opinion than the one you have it makes it just that (difference of opinion) that does not mean they are haters!
Zzzzzzzz!
Keep Ridge and Caroline together, please! Let Brooke be without a man for awhile, and then work her way back to Bill or Eric.
Yes kick out Rick and Maya. Rick cant design and Maya is opportunist and a gold digger. Let Rick realize his mistakes for treating Caroline like a piece of dirt. Rick committed adultery in a marriage. Caroline and Ridge didnt hop to bed. It was just a kissed. Caroline should play it hard to get from Rick. He is such a loser and both Rick and Maya are user. They deserved each other. Caroline deserved better than Rick.
Time to stop watching again….I started back watching after the departure of Brooke and Hope….in my opinion, with their absence, the show was much much better. …..bye……wouldn’t be watching anymore…..had enough of Brooke and the controlling role she plays….always think she is entitled to everyone husband or boyfriend.
..bottom line. …the character Brooke is not a likeable character.
Rick and Maya are so Hot together. This is by far the BEST pairing B&B has ever had, IMO! Keep up the good work you wonderful & talented lovers.
I am definitely thrilled that Brooke is back on the show! KKL is a terrific actress and a sweet person.
As far as the last few weeks are concerned, the Rick/Myrna/Caroline/Ridge quadrangle has been too over the top and all-consuming. Even other characters (Ivy, Carter, Aly) have been commenting on it, with no end in sight. It’s nice to spread the storyline around. As far as I’m concerned, KKL as Brooke is the star of the show. It will be great having Brooke on the canvass again!
I hate to say it but I agree with Karen above. The show has been way better without Brooke and Hope as well for that matter. Right – Brooke thinks she is entitled to anything or anyone she wants and Hope was a real chip off the old block. Who does Brooke think she is coming in and telling everyone where to get off AND what the H was up with the snappy fingers. “I can have Ridge back just like that, like that, just like that, that, like that. . . . if I were Caroline I’d would of broke this fingers on about the second snap. So what Ridge is 20 -25 years older than Caroline if I remember right ERIC was about 20-25 years older than Brooke. Besides who wants to be with a man their own age anyway. I hope Brooke has met her match this time. I want Ridge with Caroline. If for some reason it just can’t be then I want him with NOT BROOKE.