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BEYOND THE GATES: Who Will Be the Breakout Stars You’ll Be Talking About For Months to Come?

By Michael Fairman

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Monday, February 24th will be a day that will be remembered in the history of soap operas for the launch of what many thought was impossible to do, a brand new network television daytime drama. Making this all the more special is that CBS’ Beyond the Cast features a predominantly Black cast.

In the world of soap operas, because of its large cast of characters, there are always breakout stars; those performers who are new to viewers, or may have never seen before in the genre, even though they bring with them extensive credits in television and film.

While we know and love the soap pedigree of Beyond the Gates series leads: Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree and ex-ATWT), Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree and ex-GL and B&B) and Daphnee Duplaix (ex-Passions and OLTL), and the body of work of the one and only Clifton Davis (Vernon Dupree), here’s a brief look at some of the other performers to watch for as the series continues below!

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Sean Freeman plays Andre Richardson. In story, Andre inherited a large fortune after his parents perished in a plane crash, which allowed him to pursue his career as a photographer. Andre’s uncle, Ted Richardson (Maurice Johnson) and his wife Nicole Dupree Richardson (Daphnee Duplax) are always there for him for emotional support and guidance when he needs it. The thing is, Andre is certainly the playboy, who has a way with the ladies, but there is an air of mystery about him. Is Andre always on the up and up? Will he be one of your crushes on BTG? One thing is for sure, keep your eye on Sean Freeman!

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Marquita Goings portrays Hayley Lawson, who is that “husband-stealing tramp” that Dani’s ex, Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett) fell in love with. She is also the former best friend of Dani and Bill’s daughter, Naomi (Arielle Prepetit). Goings has already had some major scenes including being bitch-slapped by Dani in the series premiere. Hayley is also a paralegal at Bill Hamilton’s law firm. She hopes within time everyone will accept her, only none of the Duprees want anything to do with her. As played by Goings, Hayley is at once manipulative and selfish, but yet brings with it a relatability. Definitely, one of the ones to watch.

Arielle Prepetit, plays Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne, the daughter of Dani Dupree and Bill Hamilton. Naomi lives outside “the gates” in Washington, D.C., where she works as civil attorney and is married to Jacob Hawthorne (Jibre Hordges), a robbery and homicide detective.

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As you will see, Naomi is about to stand up to her father, Bill Hamilton, for dragging her mother through witnessing his relationship with her former best friend. In addition, you may see Arielle belt out a tune or two, as in the story, Naomi is the one grandchild of Anita Dupree’s who can sing like the Grammy-Award winning matriarch. Prepetit has a strength to her performances which are refreshing to watch.

 

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Based on the pilot/premiere along, Marquita Goings (Hayley Lawson) is going to be the standout of the “new daytime actors” this soap has employed. wow!!! She nailed Hayley to a T!

Too early to tell, they all have potential to be breakout stars! Can’t wait to get to know each character and their back story! This show is going to be a big hit!! Kudos CBS, PROCTOR AND GAMBLE and NAACP

Marquita Goings is going VERY FAR!

Every scene with Ms. Goings felt FRESH, Renewed and rewarding.

Very impressed what Ms.Goings presented!

Congratulations Beyond The Gates!

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‘Beyond the Gates’ Star Marquita Goings to Chat Live on the Michael Fairman Channel

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After her star turn in recent episodes of Beyond the Gates, soap opera’s latest vixen Hayley Lawson Hamilton played by Marquita Goings has grabbed viewers attention just waiting to see what stunt she’ll pull next!

Now, Marquita Goings will visit the Michael Fairman Channel for a livestream chat on Thursday, October 22 beginning at 7pm ET/4pm PT and you can join us with your questions!

Previously in story, Hayley has racked up some pretty despicable acts and crimes thus far which have included, trying to poison and kill Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett) for his life insurance in order to cash in and hightail it out of Fairmont Crest with the moolah.

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Then, let’s not forget using the recordings she obtained to blackmail everyone with the the secret that Vernon Dupree (Clifton Davis) and Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) have been trying to keep under wraps about the hate crime years ago, which saw Martin kill one man, while another later died, in an effort to save his grandfather.

NEXT WEEK ON BEYOND THE GATES

Now, the week of October 19-23 previews that it appears that Hayley may be pregnant (take a look at the video preview below) with Bill’s child when she gets a little queasy, after she went to see her partner in crime, Randy (Maurice P. Kerry) to get a fresh ID to skip out of town and away from the DMV.

In fact, on the Tuesday, October 20 episode, official BTG spoilers indicate, Vernon assures Dani (Karla Mosley) that he’s got things handled, while Hayley’s ready for her next act, while on the Friday, October 23 episode, Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant) has devastating words for Hayley and Bill’s got another thing coming.

If you have a question for Marquita but cannot join us for the live broadcast, drop it in the comment section and we just might ask it during the chat.

Now let us know, do you think Hayley will be pregnant? How will she continue to evade any prison time? What has been your favorite scene of Marquita Goings on Beyond the Gates thus far? Comment below.

 

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Kandi Burruss and Tabitha Brown to Guest Star on ‘Beyond the Gates’

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Beyond the Gates is continuing to bring special guest stars to the DMV and Fairmont Crest. Next week, viewers can be on the lookout for none other than singer/songwriter and reality-star, Kandi Burruss and host/actress/author and cook, Tabitha Brown to make appearances and in new roles!

Burruss is taking on the role of Kalista Kilroy, while Tabitha Brown arrives on the scene as Tia Allen. Eagle-eyed viewers noticed this week that both of their names were revealed in the CBS soap opera’s closing credits.

Best known as founding member of the multi-platinum R&B vocal group Xscape and a prominent songwriter in the music industry Kandi Burruss spent fifteen seasons on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, won season three of The Masked Singer, starred in Showtime’s The Chi, and received a Tony Award nomination as a producer for Broadway’s The Piano Lesson.

REALITY STARS IN FAIRMONT CREST

The CBS soap is already known for featuring ‘Real Housewives’ franchise stars who happened to show up at Fairmont Crest and mix it up with the Dupress and Richardson clans. Previously, The Real Housewives of Potomac star Karen Huger made an appearance followed by Gizelle Bryant and Dr. Wendy Osefo.

Tabitha Brown is known by millions on social media as “America’s Mom.” She is the host of Food Network’s plant-based cooking competition It’s CompliPlated and is an Emmy winner for her YouTube series Tab Time.

Look for the two to first appear on the Thursday October 22 episode of Beyond the Gates where according to the series official spoilers on the episode, The family celebrates Dani’s life (Karla Mosley) and career, but a surprise guest brings old wounds to the surface, leaving Naomi (Arielle Prepetit), Chelsea (RhoniRoseMantilla), and Andre (Sean Freeman) to deal with the fallout.

You can check out the official BTG video preview for the action next week featuring Burruss and Brown in action below.

So, what do you think about Beyond the Gates continuing to bring some of the most notable reality and music stars to their storylines? Share your thoughts via the comment section.

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‘Beyond the Gates’ Stars Lami and RhonniRose Mantilla Cover Raye’s ‘Nightingale Lane’ in New Music Video

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The mighty cast of CBS daytime’s Beyond the Gates is proving once again that they may indeed have the most musically talented cast in the history of soaps, with the just released music video featuring Lami (Izaiah Hawthorne) and RhonniRose Mantilla (Chelsea Hamilton).

The two stars perform a duet cover of Raye’s hit “Nightingale Lane” from her hit album, “This Music May Contain Hope” which is being highly-regarded to be a frontrunner in several categories at the upcoming Grammy Award nominations.

In this soulful take on the Raye track, Lami and Mantilla deliver and you can check it out now on You Tube. “Nightingale Lane” is said to be about Raye’s single greatest past heartbreak, grief, and quiet healing that comes with time.

Taking to Instagram on Friday, October 16, Lami explained, “IT’S FINALLY OUT! Let us know what you think!! We had so much fun covering RAYE’s “Nightingale Lane.” The talented musician also shared the video credits to videographer: Keith Nixon Jr. and colorist Charles Isaiah Lemons.

Several Beyond the Gates co-stars jumped into the comment thread with excitement over loving the video and the performances including: Jasmine Burke (June), Najah Jackson (Samantha), Ambyr Michelle (Eva), Jaden Lucas Miller (Tyrell), Mike Manning (Smitty), Lauren Buglioli (Vanessa) and more.

Watch below as RhonniRose and Lami perform “Nightingale Lane!”

Now, let us know what you thought of  the performances and the video and if you agree that Beyond the Gates just may have the most talented cast in all of soapland via the comment section!

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