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B&B's Katherine Kelly Lang shares her sentiments on getting snubbed again for an Emmy Nom!
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For 25 years, Katherine Kelly Lang has played Brooke Logan Forrester on The Bold and the Beautiful for all she is worth and then some with consistent demanding, complex, and emotional storylines to play. And not once has the beautiful, beguiling, and talented actress gotten a much deserved Emmy nomination in the Lead Actress category.
Now unfortunately this year again, Katherine was snubbed again by voters to get a Pre-Emmy Nomination in her category, even though this year, the voting rules had changed.
On-Air On-Soaps caught up with Katherine at the recent set celebration for The Bold and the Beautiful’s silver anniversary and asked her how she felt about the Daytime Emmy situation, when clearly she has been worthy and been a mainstay of our genre for years. We wanted to let Katherine know that we, and many fans who have posted comments or reached out to us, are constantly miffed about it too, and think it’s high time she gets some recognition come Emmy time!
Katherine shared: “I was really disappointed. I hate saying that, and I hate talking about it, because this always comes up every year. Michelle Stafford (Phyllis, Y&R) came up to me and told me, “Oh my God, Kelly! I loved the scene that you submitted! You are going to get a Pre-Nom, and if you get nominated you have got to submit this scene!” And, it was scene from the “berry “ storyline with Thomas when Brooke told him she can’t be in the same room with him anymore. She was saying, “I have got to stay away from you, because it’s not good for me.” It was simple and there was a lot going on underneath. I thought maybe I did pick the right thing, because it got such a good response, because my thing is I never know what to pick, ever! I just thought since this time they did the voting differently, things might turn out differently. And then I did not even get the pre-nomination and I almost got embarrassed. I am not saying, I should be thinking I have done so great, but me knowing myself, I was giving myself a hard time where I would say, “I should have been in there. What am I not doing right?” Then I started thinking, “Who is a good acting teacher? Maybe I need to go to one. Maybe I need to go to an acting coach to work on some of these scripts, because obviously I am not doing something right!” (Laughs) So part of me cares and part of me does not want to. I just have to accept it, as there is always another year, so I will keep trying. I don’t know what to say about the system, but thank you so much for your kind words. ”
What do you think about Katherine’s comments and candid honesty? Let us know!
All My Children
Mark Consuelos Celebrates Kelly Ripa’s 56th Birthday on ‘Live,’ But Remember When Wendy Williams Outed the Couple as Married Before Anyone at ‘All My Children’ Knew?
On the Friday, October 2 episode of Live with Kelly and Mark, the morning talk show marked the 56th birthday of Kelly Ripa (ex-Hayley Vaughan Santos, All My Children).
During the opening segment, Mark Consuelos (ex-Mateo Santos, All My Children) humorously comparing his wife to both Gandhi and Groucho Marx, reflecting on both her comedic ability and peaceful ways.
Later, they went on to discuss the origins of her name and the most popular picks to name babies back in the year she was born, 1970. They were Kimberly, Lisa, and Jennifer for girls and Michael, David, and James for the boys.
WHAT’S IN A NAME?
Ripa recalled that she learned she was almost named Kim. However, their neighbors at the time had two daughters Kelly and Kim, which is what her parents wanted to call them, but they settled on Kelly and and her younger sister, Linda.
At the conclusion of the episode, Mark rolled out a huge cake for his wife. It was, “Happy birthday from all of us here at Live and at home.” Next, he cut the cake, and Ripa grabbed his face and gave him a “thank you” kiss.
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KELLY AND MARK TRIED TO KEEP THEIR VEGAS WEDDING ON THE DOWN LOW
All of this brings back memories of how Kelly and Mark’s Las Vegas wedding ceremony went public in 1996 while the two were still on All My Children playing Mateo Santos and Hayley Vaughan. In essence, they were outed by then radio host Wendy Williams! They discussed it on the talk show back in 2024.
In fact, the duo hid their marriage from their All My Children castmates for months, until they found out Williams got wind of the nuptials and spread the intel on the airwaves.
The two recalled their secret wedding on a 2024 episode of Live! “We’d eloped. It’d been a few months at that point. We’d been married for three months, nobody at All My Children knew we were even dating, much less married to each other. We’re brushing our teeth and we’ve got Wendy Williams’ radio show on. We’re listening, and she’s like, ‘I’ve got celebrity dish!”
EYEWITNESS
Next Ripa continued, “The celebrities,’ I guess they had a broad use of the term back then, was the fact that ‘two soap stars from All My Children, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos eloped in Las Vegas.’ There was this eyewitness that worked in the Clark County courthouse that said we eloped, and the news broke, and we had to tell everybody we were married.”
Live With Kelly and Mark airs weekdays in syndication. Check your local listings for times in your area.
Share your birthday wishes for Kelly in the comment section, and let us know your thoughts on how Wendy Williams broadcast the news, unbeknownst to the All My Children newlyweds, that they tied the knot in Vegas? Check out Mark and the ‘Live’ studio audience singing ‘happy birthday’ to Kelly in the post below.
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Beyond the Gates
TUNE-IN: ‘Beyond the Gates’ Banneker Homecoming Episodes, EP Sheila Ducksworth Speaks on Impact HBCUs Have in Real Life
As previously reported, kicking off today, is a two-part Beyond the Gates, when The Duprees gather to celebrate Banneker University’s homecoming weekend.
The producers and writers are taking an opportunity to spotlight the rich traditions of the long-held tradition of attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through its fictional university.
The episodes are today on CBS and stream on Paramount+ on Friday, October 2 and next week on Monday, October 5, where in true Beyond the Gates fashion, there will be some surprising drama that ensues when someone shows up!
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BANNEKER REFLECTS THE IMPORTANCE OF HBCUS
Sheila Duckworth, (executive producer, Beyond the Gates) spoke to Soaps.com to give some insight on the decision for the series to illustrate the ties that bind with HBCUs.
“It was important that we have this school as almost a character on our canvas, right from the beginning. Beyond even education, HBCUs have been pivotal when it comes to everything from economic progression and fostering a sense of community to the development of leadership skills,” explained Ducksworth. “From the beginning, we wanted to illustrate that what the Duprees are able to do in the world was a direct reflection of the impact HBCU’s have in real life.”
EVERYTHING HAS ITS PURPOSE
The EP talked about how purposeful the elements that integrate Banneker into the overall story of Beyond the Gates are including: the Dupree family door knocker that is a lion, the mascot for the fictional university, plus, the upcoming fight song that the cast will sing together on the Monday, October 5 episode, and the painting the hangs at Fairmont Crest.
That portrait of Vernon Dupree’s (Clifton Davis) father, George Cheeks Dupree, that hangs prominently at the country club, was named after CBS executive George Cheeks (now Chairman of TV and Media, Paramount), and as Ducksworth says of the legacy of Vernon’s father, “He was the architect of Fairmont Crest.”
So, are you looking forward to these episodes honoring HBCU traditions with the Dupree and the Richardson clans? What surprises do you think might be in store come next week? Let us know via the comment section below.
Days Of Our Lives
‘General Hospital’ Alum Tajh Bellow Fills In for ‘Days of our Lives’ Tyler Joseph Andrews in the Role of Theo Carver
After an earlier post on Thursday, October 1 about General Hospital alumni Tajh Bellow’s (ex-TJ Ashford) upcoming project from Issa Rae’s HOOPAE Digital, comes word that Bellow is temporarily stepping into the role of Days of our Lives Theo Carver to fill in for Tyler Joseph Andrews on the Peacock streaming soap opera.
According to TV Insider, Bellow will be making a one-day appearance next week on the October 6 episode of DAYS as Andrews was unable to make the tape date that was shot 10 months ago on a day last December. Andrews (pictured below) took over the role of Theo in September of 2025.
In Bellow’s upcoming episode as Theo, he will share scenes with Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez). A DAYS spokesperson tells the outlet that Bellow “stepped seamlessly into the role, and the cast and crew were grateful for his professionalism and commitment, albeit for only one episode.”
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TAJH WILL BE SEEN IN MULTIPLE PROJECTS IN OCTOBER
As General Hospital fans know, Tajh played the role of TJ Ashford from 2018 to his last appearance in December of 2024. Along the way, he received two Daytime Emmy nominations for his performances as TJ, the last being in 2025 in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series category.
In addition, bellow along with Y&R alum Loren Lott will be seen starting on October 14 in the new Love Island spoof series, The Compatibility Experiment. The show will drop exclusively on TikTok and the PineDrama platform.
The Compatibility Experiment gives a satirical look at reality dating shows, think Love Island! The story centers around Kelvin (Bellow) and Camila (Lott), whose relationship is put to the test when they join a reality show to try to win a the million dollar prize.
So, what do you think of Tajh stepping in for Tyler Joseph Andrews as Theo on DAYS? Perhaps, the soap opera liked his work that he might be considered for another role in the future bringing Bellow back to the soaps? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below.
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Has she talked to Susan Flannery? Somebody on her own show who has been nominated and won ought to be able to give her some feedback and advice. She’s worked on B&B for 25 years. They aren’t paying her because they feel sorry for her. When I think of OLTL (GONE for 2 months now!), many fine deserving people weren’t nominated either. I sympathize with working hard, doing a good job, and being overlooked. I think there are many fine actors in daytime–maybe too many for all of them to be recognized in pre-noms. Lang has received Soap Opera Digest Award nominations. She shouldn’t give up. She has the support of her show and her fans.
Even though I’m not a big B&B follower, I will admit that Katherine is long overdue for her Emmy. She always delivers a captivating performance…..I really don’t see that much of a difference between the voting system…..always the same old thing.
I don’t trust the Emmy’s anyway. Anything where humans vote is going to be political and tainted.
Katherine Kelly Lang is the only reason I watch B&B and the only reason why I have stayed with the show. She should never doubt herself because her scenes are always amazing. From now on, she needs to poll her fans to find out which scenes to submit. She always shines when she is on, but we as the fans can really point out those truly special scenes.
Well Ms. Lang it is a rigged system! Take your pay check and laugh all the way to the bank!!! Ms. Slezak & Ms. Zimmer won many a year when their were other nominees that deserved it over them. Victoria Wyndham comes to mind plus so many more. It is a clique and we are not in high school anymore. You still have a job who cares!
Katherine Kelly Lang is continually over-looked for Emmy nods. She deserved one this year, terribly disappointed!!
KKL should have submitted the scenes where Brooke was eating the berries and then offered them to Thomas, imo, that was the best scene for her to submit from that SL. Everything everything wasn’t consistent with what had previously been shown. JMO…..
Everything after the berry eating scene wasn’t consistent with what had been shown was what my last sentence should have read above….Sorry peeps…..
Katherine Kelly Lang is unquestionably one of the most — if not the most — snubbed leading actress on daytime. It is both baffling and aggravating that her work is NEVER formally recognized by the peers who vote on pre-noms, noms, and eventual Emmys. I was completely stunned in when she didn’t even get an Emmy nomination in 2003 for her work in 2002, which in my opinion was Katherine Kelly Lang’s ultimate year (with the whole Brooke / Deacon / Bridget mess)… at least her fans have her back 🙂
On the contrary, there are many others that feel the Emmy awards and nominations have always rightfully belonged to Susan, hands down. What Susan brings to the screen in comparison….is no comparison. The decisions made are an accurate representation of what many viewers feel.
I don’t agree KKL is right up there with SF and KKL has a lot more emotional range in her scenes, the Stephanie character has one emotion anger, only in the homeless storyline did we see Stephanie show warmth and vulnerability but KKL’s part in that story was just as big, her reaching out and fighting for the survival of her ”enemy” was incredibly moving imho.
I’m sorry you disagree about Susan. All Susan/Stephanie has to do is appear on the screen and she locks our attention. No other actor can do that. Stephanie has been tender, compassionate, protective, furious and has been the rockhard SOLID of the show! The Emmys she’s won definately confirms her amazing talents, popularity and versatility. There IS a reason why she’s been dubbed ”THE QUEEN”! As far as this show, she shines above them all!
I remember he very first scene I saw of BB. Stephanie and Brooke were arguing. In that one second I became a devoted Steph fan and i hated brooke with a passion. I have always thought that if another actor was portraying Steph, the result may have been different. When you watch Susan, you see a skilled performer who makes others shine. Watch her with other greats like Deacon or Nick and it is almost magical.
Again no offence meant to KKL in any shape or form, I just felt
She should be used to not getting nominated since it happens every year. I really don’t understand it. Even though Susan Lucci didn’t win an Emmy for years, at least she was nominated. KKL def deserves to have several noms, if not wins, on her resume.
I think that’s worse actually being nominated for it over and over and every year hear them call another name as the winner, kind of feels like mocking.
Well quite frankly I’m not surprised. So much for her (& BBell’s) hope that by sidelining Susan Flannery, SHE’D “finally get the nomination”. Susan Flannery is the QUEEN of B&B for a reason. Saturating B&B w/ “Bridge” , two characters who are individually unlikeable & as a couple even LESS, & lackluster storylines like “boink berries” was not going to be the way to get a nomination. B&B as a show is hardly recognizable from what it once ways & NOT in a good way. @ the right it’s going now…it’s for certain the show will NOT last anywhere near another 25 years & KKL does NOT carry the show. To suggest that she does is silly. Susan Flannery has been the backbone of the show, even though BBell has actively sidelined her & along w/ other vets & fan favs on the show.
Whether or not an actress has talent is in the eye of the beholder. Popularity is one thing, but acting talent is another. I think Heather Tom is a stronger actress in the leading category, as is Susan Flannerty. The Emmy committee seems to agree, hence no nominations for Lang. Frankly she should just be grateful to have a job in this day and age for actresses over 40.
I take it only posts full of KKL adoration make the cut around here?? Why ask for feeback if all you want is one sided opinions? There are many reasons KKL doesn’t get nominated and one of them is she can’t act. Why is it wrong to express that opinion when obviously the Emmy voters agree with me.
SHE IS A TERRIBLE ACTRESS AND THE SHOW IS REVOLVED AROUND HER. WHAT KKL WANTS, KKL GETS! IT IS BECAUSE OF THIS ACTRESS THAT B & B HAS LOST MANY VIEWERS!
I agree 100%. She DOES NOT deserve to be nominated.
Im sorry but simply crying on the show is not emmy worthy. The past year KKL’s character has only cried, begged for forgiveness and interfered in others’ lives which in my opinion is too hypocritical considering brookes history. So i dnt think that is emmy worthy
Not everyone thinks KKL is that great of an an actress. I think she is typecasted as being the “Brooke” type character and that does not garner alot of Emmy notice or RESPECT.
I think now that Heather Tom is aboard, KKL can forget about it — SF has always been B&B’s powerhouse and now they have another powerhouse in Heather Tom — frankly, I don’t think KKL is anywhere close to either of those two in acting abilities. I don’t think she will ever be nominated much less win. She has always been the bad girl vixen who cries and I don’t think the Emmy panel puts alot of value in that. I would not ask Brooke the directions to the bathroom much less any VALUABLE advice. I would ask what I could do in bed to please my man, if I needed that kind of advice but not any other kind of advice.
No diss for KKL intended.
She really is the only thing good about that dreadful show, noone does a single tear better than KKL!
If you consider her competition it is not surprising. I have no axe to grind against any of the actors, and no wish to uspet anyone or hurt anyone’s feelings. But Look at the talent pool with which she has to deal. the greatest ever Susan Flannery ( I always want to scream when she misses out on a win) Michelle Stafford to name just two
I think the character of brooke is not given to emmy nominations and seriously that scene really did nothing to advance her chances ( jmho) On the other hand SF and Stafford are given great lines and scenes and they lend themselves more towards nominations.
Again just my opinion
I am shocked ….I’m still realing from her not being for the rape storyline and now this, I would really like to be a fly on the wall during the voting process becouse it makes no sense. We should start a Katherine Kelly Lang deserves an Emmy page on Facebook.
KKL has a huge fan base and it baffles us how she is snubbed year after year for an Emmy! What gives?
McKenna, I don’t think the size of a fan base is considered. The people who vote, if I am not mistaken, are other actors/actresses and people who work in some capacity of producing the shows. Actors and actresses who present themselves as candidates leading to the Emmy are judged by voters who are, in effect, their peers.
I don’t think fanbase has anything to do with the EMMY selection, because other people on B&B also have gigantic fanbases and never got 1 nom either. So it’s not that. It’s the what voters see on the submission reels that’s above everything-now I guess it doesn’t help if you know alot of people in the industry-but above all else, you better have awesome level talent too.
Nothing against KKL because she is good as Brooke-but Susan Flannery is AMAZING as Stephanie!!! Over the years she’s put so much intensity and depth into her character that it literally left my mouth open in astonishment of this actress. I also LOVE the fact that Flannery shares some of her acting knowledge with the younger generation coming up on the show. Susan Flannery is on point in every scene, and as long as Flannery is around-there is no hope for KKL getting a nom.Real talk.
What is wrong with these people don’t they know good acting when they see it.. Katherine deserves that award. She is the main reason why I watch the show because there is never a dull moment with her. Although her character has matured alot in recent times she must get some credit and recognition for that. Don’t worry good things come to those who wait.
With all due respect, to all of you people who don’t think that KKL is an amazing actress and a stunning human being, you re nuts. I think she is the best actress ever and completely underrated. Susan Flannery is amazing but she has even said it herself that if she wasn’t working with KKL, she wouldn’t shine as much.