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ABC and CBS to Preempt Daytime Lineups for Coverage of Second Inauguration of President-Elect Donald J. Trump
Monday, January 20th, the entire daytime lineups on ABC and CBS will have a full preemption as the networks broadcast the second inauguration of President-elect Donald J. Trump.
ABC will not air its regularly scheduled programming including: The View, GMA3: What You Need to Know and General Hospital. Complete coverage of Inauguration Day will start on the alphabet network with a special edition of Good Morning America at 7:00 a.m. ET, followed by a day-long special report beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. Coverage can also be seen streaming on ABC News Live throughout the day.
David Muir is set to anchor inauguration day in America for ABC. All-day coverage will include: the swearing-in ceremony and inaugural address, the signing ceremony in the Oval Office, the inauguration parade, musical performances, and other key moments in the slate of events.
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Over at CBS, the entire daytime line-up will take the day off and that includes: The Price is Right, The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, and Let’s Make a Deal which all will be preempted.
The network kicks-off its inauguration day coverage 7:00 a.m. ET with a special edition of CBS Mornings with Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson from Washington, D.C. CBS will continue its special all-day coverage of the presidential inauguration with anchor Norah O’Donnell across all of its platforms. CBS News coverage of the day’s events are expected to continue until at least 5:00 p.m. ET and will be simulcast on CBS News 24/7, the network’s streaming news channel.
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The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States will happen at the United States Capitol rotunda in Washington, D.C. It represents the start of his second and final non-consecutive term. Vice-President-elect JD Vance will also take the oath of office, joining Trump on stage to officially begin their new administration.
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Musical artists scheduled to perform throughout inaugural events in the day and into the night, (not including a surprise musical guest set to appear at the Liberty Ball), ar previously announced are” Carrie Underwood, The Village People, Jason Aldean, Snoop Dog, Nelly, and Rascal Flatts to name but a few.
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While ABC and CBS soaps will not be seen, Days of our Lives will not be affected and continue with an all-new episode streaming on Peacock. According to teasers for the 1/20 episode look for: Leo to accuse Kerry in front of Javi about being Lady Whistleblower; Alex and Joy define their relationship, Paulina to advise Chanel, Bonnie to lends a sympathetic ear to Johnny, and Kate setting the ground rules for Hattie’s return.
So. ready for a day off from your favorite network soap operas, game shows, and talk shows, for the events surrounding the swearing-in ceremony of Donald Trump as President of the United States for a second time? Comment below.
I’d rather have a root canal than watch Donald’s shit show.
92 years old, never thought that at the end of my life I would have someone so hated and disrespected sitting in the White House , that we are supposed to call president. Am so sick and disgusted with the idiots that put him there!
I’m sorry Violet. Your comment made me feel very sad, sad for you, for myself, and for our country. We will get through this.
5he’s being honest. It’s how she feels.
? Lew, your response is confusing. I was commiserating with Violet. I feel the same way she does. I’m being honest too.
Do you promise? Thanks for your thoughtfulness. P,S, I’m very sad too. I would love nothing better than to be wrong about D.T, but have not seen any changes that he might change his ways about destroying America.
That is very well said!
All 77+million of them?
Well said, Violet! At 92, you must have seen it all. But I bet you never imagined you would see a convicted felon be elected president. Truly a sad day for our country. Those idiots that put him there, as you said, they will be sorry by the time it’s over, they just don’t know it yet. But we’ll get through it just like we did the first time. God bless you, hope you have many more years to go!
Most of us want him in the white house….this, his win!!!!! We don’t need another blithering idiot like Biden in there!!!
Julie, agreed !
NO, most of us don’t want him in office. He’s already screwing things up!
Me too I can’t stand him.
So sad for you. He’s the best for our country. To get it done and make us all safe. So wake up and smell those beautiful flowers coming our way.
Sorry you feel that way. But what is done is done. Live your life to the best of your ability and be happy.
I’m Jewish so I will never feel comfortable with a fascist in the White House that dines with anti-semites.
Good one!
Well I hope you don’t benefit from anything the next 4 years
Don’t worry. He won’t. And neither will you not anyone else who isn’t an oligarch.
Well bless your heart.
And I will have my television tuned into the Food Network all day long while painting and wallpapering my entry with the Arctic freeze
I love the Food Network! It’s very calming.
Same Here.
I did the same thing! Food Network and Destination America, watching Hawaii Life, and Beachfront Bargain Hunt ALL DAY LONG! I couldn’t stomach watching that ridiculous buffoon be sworn in.
Joe may have been a “blithering idiot” as someone else said, but this one isn’t any better, in fact he is 100 times WORSE! He isn’t going to do ANYTHING for anyone except the rich.
I’ll watch my stories and I’m not wasting my time on watching a twice impeached convicted felon return to the White House. Thank you, but no thank you.
He’s not my President! He’s a mega big loud liar and a convicted felon.
I’ll watch my soaps and catch up and recognize the holiday of MLKDay that is worthy to recognize and appreciate.
Thank you
Amen!!!
Sadly, I’m afraid were in for another 4 years of this dragonshit. ABC would preempt GH every time the Orange Felon farted in his previous fraudministration, and they will do it again now.
NBC did the same with Days, but now that it’s on Peacock, at least that won’t happen this time around.
The CBS soaps haven’t aired in Hell, but I’m negotiatiing to get “Beyond The Gates” down here. It’s not going to be a good thing for them trying to launch a new show, if the network is always preempting it everytime Herr Cheetofuhrer’s ego demands it.
Boy howdy amazing what the fake media has done to our country. Go Trump. Fight, Fight, Fight!.
How’s the weather in Vladivostok today, troll?
I will be tuning in, supporting Donald Trump & Vance. However, Not on ABC with that David Muir chump.
Sadly, it’s not David Muir that is the Trump, oh sorry, chump.
Trump just moved the inauguration indoors because it’s going to be too cold for him! This has disappointed his legion of followers who went to great expense to watch their guy sworn in. They will be left out in the cold while Trump and his oligarchs stay warm inside. This not only serves up a preview of the coming nightmare, it serves as a self- contained metaphor.
I just thought he moved it indoors, making it harder for Snipers to get to him.
He said it was going to be too cold despite it being much colder during Obama’s swearing in. Many are speculating that due to his obsession with crowd size, he’s bringing it in so it won’t be glaringly obvious, as it was in 2017, that he garnered a tiny crowd. That, and the fact that he’s overly concerned about his orange combover being mussed, are all factoring into his decision to bring it inside.
You’re resorting to name calling like your “president”, who does not give a fulling fork about you.
Not going to watch one second of the Inauguration. I wish I could avoid political news for the next four years.
Good day to have TCM on and watch the classic films. Going to need some good quality escapism!
No, thanks. I will have my British soaps on, watching QUALITY, well-produced scripted drama.
Do you mean, you aren’t watching our Soaps?
Hi Violet. Have you ever tried Coronation Street? It is quite good, and does have a large older cast, Ken Barlow is 92 and Rita Tanner is 91 and have good storylines.
So sad. What a hateful string of posts. Maybe China or Russia should take us over? Maybe you would be happy in that kind of world?
Sorry to tell you but after Tuesday it will be Russia or China here!! Have fun with what I’m sure you have put into the White House!! Don’t worry you will be sorry before this long tragic 4 years is up!!
Not necessarily true! A lot of his followers like what he does and apparently approve of his beliefs and methods. It makes me so sad that my school-age great-grandchildren will be growing up under his regime. I can at least hope his age will do him in before he does too much damage to their growing minds and bodies.
Wait, WE are the hateful ones? Trump’s entire campaign was predicated upon hate. Trump is best friends with Putin and President XI and he is hostile to our allies so your protests are for naught.
Russia is a nice place but they need more golf courses. I’m trying to make a deal with my good friend Vladimir Putin to make that happen. Trump golf courses everywhere! And we will build them in Greenland too!
As for China I love their bigly beautiful wall but they should have made Mexico pay for it. Xi is a tremendous guy and he gave my beautiful daughter Ivanka many trademarks to sell her clothes made by child labor. We’re going to have that in America believe me!
MAGA!!
Ha ha!! Thank you. A much needed injection of humor.
It’s always so amusing when Trump supporters criticize others for saying something “hateful” or calling someone a name. It’s almost as if Trump doesn’t do that with every breath he takes! lol
I pity all you Trump haters. Y’all refuse to admit that your corrupt, senile occupier really hosed up America. I did not support either candidate but a great majority did. So I will support and pray for him. I fought in Laos and Cambodia for 3 tours as a 13E to preserve your freedom? Makes me have 2nd thoughts.
Thank you for your service and speaking of which, does it not bother you that Trump referred to fallen soldiers as a bunch of “ suckers and losers” or said that John McCain was no hero because he was captured by the enemy? If President Biden is indeed senile( I don’t believe he is) than his list of accomplishments will serve him well in the history books. Conversely, Trump is a power mad, wanna be dictator with no scruples or integrity. Moreover, thanks to SCOTUS, his power as president will be largely unchecked. With dementia rapidly advancing upon Trump, the mixture of autocracy and dementia will be alarming. And he’s surrounded himself with an inept, woefully unqualified, morally bankrupt cabinet choices and appointees. That should disturb you, Dick.
I love your intensity and indignation! Well done!
So, Harry, Trump NEVER referred to the Fallen as “suckers and losers” Secondly, McCain gave away top secret information to his captors. In the eyes of most who served with dignity, he is no hero. WOW, I see you drank the Kool Aide !!!
Four witnesses overheard him say it including a high ranking general- it is an undisputed fact. This, after he cancelled going to the American cemetery in Paris to honor the fallen soldiers because a light mist might ruin his hairdo. And John McCain is a hero. For you to suggest otherwise is a disgrace.
So sorry for all you Trump haters. He is and always will be the best President for our country. Go Trump. Fight, Fight, fight! For our country to make it strong again and not a laughing stock for all to see. The Lord has got him and his back for our protection and prosperity.
Biden was not even present the last four years. The Biden administration ruined our country. Now Trump has to fix it and get us back on track. Go Trump!
Yeah, he was the best president for YOUR country. alright.
It’s wonderful that vets like yourself watch General Hospital!
Hooray! Time to clean house and restore the country, probably too late though.
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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2026 Daytime Emmys Gold & Silver Circle Inductees: Francesca James, Patrika Darbo and Meredith Vieira Among Those Being Honored
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced on Thursday, October 8, the 2026 Gold & Silver Circle Inductees who will be celebrated at the 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, October 30.
This year’s honor roll features industry professionals that have made contributions across daytime television, including daytime dramas, talk shows, comedy, and more.
The Gold inductees include: Meredith Vieira (former c0-host of The View, journalist and EP and CEO, Meredith Vieira Productions),Patrika Darbo (ex-Nancy, Days of our Lives and Shirley, The Bold and the Beautiful, soon to be seen reprising her role of Shirley on Y&R), three-time Daytime Emmy winner, Francesca James (ex-Kitty/Kelly, All My Children, and ex-Marcy Wade, One Life to Live, plus director and/or producer at All My Children, General Hospital, Loving, Santa Barbara et al), and finally Byron Allen (Founder, Chairman & CEO Allen Media Group).
It should be noted that Vieira made guest appearances on both All My Children and General Hospital throughout her career. On GH, she played madam Bree Flanders in 2003 and 2012. She also appeared as a wedding planner on All My Children back in 2001.
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The Silver inductees are: Stephen Brown (VP Programming and Development, Fox Television Stations) and Rubin Ervin (Announcer/Warm-Up Host for Family Feud, The Bachelor and more).The Gold and Silver Circle Society Inductees are deemed by NATAS as “exceptional professionals who have performed distinguished service within the television industry, setting standards for achievement, mentoring, leadership and professional accolades for 50 or 25 years, respectively. They represent the best and brightest in the industry.”
In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS shared, “This year’s Gold & Silver honorees are recognized for their continued exceptional contributions to our television industry. We are proud to honor a class of honorees from diverse career paths across many daytime genres. Their impact is evident in programming every day, inspiring generations and enriching the lives of countless viewers.”
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NATAS previously announced that soap opera icon Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award during this year’s ceremonies.
The 2026 Daytime Emmys will be held at the historic Hollywood Palladium and will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
The annual awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards will be a single ceremony in 2026, produced by NATAS Productions. Adam Sharp and Lara Gates are executive producers, with Leon Knoles returning to direct for a fifth straight year. Rachel Schwartz serves as Head of Daytime, and the firm of Lutz & Carr, LLP, provides accounting services for the competition.
So, what do you think of this year’s Gold & Silver Inductees? Happy to see some of the names that will be recognized on October 30? Who in the future who has had enduring contributions to daytime television or the soap opera genre, would you like to see receive these honors in years to come? Let us know via the comment section below.
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Robert Kelker-Kelly, ‘General Hospital,’ ‘Days of our Lives’ and ‘Another World’ Star Dies at 62
Robert Kelker-Kelly, who became prominent as a one of the leading men in soap operas back in the late 80s and 90s has died at the age of 62. TMZ first reported the news of Robert’s passing on Saturday, October 3 at his home in St. Peters, Missouri.
According to the St. Peters police report, officers responded to call at around 8:16 pm about an unconscious man who was not breathing, as paramedics and other EMS were en route. Kelker-Kelly had reportedly complained of chest pain shortly before becoming unresponsive and the circumstances appeared consistent with a medical event.
Officers and paramedics administered life-saving measures, but were unsuccessful in reviving Kelker-Kelly. The cause of his death is still unknown and under investigation.
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Daytime fans first saw Robert back in 1987 when he was cast as Sam Fowler on Another World. He played the role for three year suntil 1990. Two years later, he took over the role of Bo Brady on Days of our Lives replacing Peter Reckell, who at that time decided to leave the show.
As Bo, Kelker-Kelly was major in story playing opposite the likes of: Crystal Chappell as Dr. Carly Manning, Kristian Alfonso as Hope Williams and Lisa Rinna as Billie Reed. When Peter Reckell returned to his signature role in 1995, Kelker-Kelly left the show.
Next, Robert returned to his original stomping grounds at Another World but this time as race car driver, Bobby Reno who was actually Dr. Shane Roberts. His second AW stint lasted from 1996-1998.
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Eventually, the actor would begin his run as the evil Stavros Cassadine on General Hospital in 2001, then make returns in 2002 and 2003. In 2013, he briefly returned as Stavros as part of the show’s 50th anniversary celebration, and made one last appearance in 2014.
Robert has also became a professional pilot full from 2003 to 2015 and had been married to former Days of our Lives star, Miriam Parrish (ex-Jamie Caldwell) from 1997-2011, but the couple divorced in 2011. Since that time, he has not remarried.
Recently, Robert was back in the news when Lisa Rinna talked about her time working with her former Days of our Lives co-star in her recently released memoir, You Better Believe I’m Gonna Talk About It.
Rinna shared on her then on-screen love interest, “Behind the scenes, we hated each other. Remember when Kathy Hilton said I was the biggest bully in Hollywood? Not true. Not even close! I have legit stories about the real bullies in this town. Robert Kelker-Kelly is one of those bullies.”
The former Billie Reed and reality star even punctuated that with, “He made my life a living hell on the set of DAYS, He was horrible to me, I’d go so far as to say verbally abusive. He was passive-aggressive, manipulative and played weird mind games.”
Besides his role in the soaps, Kelker-Kelly appeared on primetime on Touched by an Angel and Rescue 77 , and played Bo in the Days of our Lives specials Night Sins and Winter Heat in the early 90s.
Michael Fairman TV will provide further updates as they become available on the death of Robert Kelker-Kelly.
Now, share your remembrances and condolences on the loss of Robert Kelker-Kelly via the comment section below and let us know of all his daytime roles, which was your favorite.
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