Beyond the Gates
BEYOND THE GATES First Recast: Keith D. Robinson Replaces Maurice Johnson in the Role of Ted Richardson
Over the last month, Beyond the Gates made its debut and as with any new daytime drama recasts are inevitable after getting the show off the ground. While fans of the series are getting to know the characters and watching the actors who portray them, it was only a matter of time before some things switched up.
Now comes word from Deadline, that Beyond the Gates has revealed its first recast. Keith D. Robinson will step into the role of Ted Richardson, the top notch plastic surgeon and husband of noted psychiatrist, Nicole Dupree Richardson played by Daphnee Duplaix. The role had been played by Maurice Johnson since the series premiere.
Since Beyond the Gates tapes close to two months ahead of air, Robinson will first be seen in May. Currently in story, Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant), with whom Ted paid off and had a secret affair with has come back into his life and is ready to take him down and destroy his marriage to Nicole. She is using her supposed daughter with Ted named Eva (Ambyr Michelle) to help her in her revenge plot.
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As for Keith D. Robinson, he has previously appeared in a recurring role on the ABC drama series A Million Little Things, Saints and Sinners and appeared in the motion picture Dreamgirls (which earned Jennifer Hudson her Oscar) and All Eyes on Me.
Taking to his Instagram once the casting news broke, Keith shared, “God is Good ✨️”. . . .This is gonna be a fun ride. . . .Special Thanks to @sheiladucks @cbstv @naacp @beyondthegatescbs @pakulaking @vaultentertainmentgroup and the friends, family, prayer warriors that hold me down on this crazy journey called show business. Glad to be the topic of your daily water cooler conversations along with my talented comrades 🙌🏾.. . . #beyondthegates #CBS #soapopera”
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Beyond the Gates airs weekdays on CBS at 2pm ET/1PM PT and streams on Paramount+. The soap opera was developed and is produced by the CBS Studios/NAACP Venture, led by Sheila Ducksworth, in partnership with P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble. Michele Val Jean is the series creator, head writer, executive producer and showrunner.
I am shocked. Breaking the news at the end of business on Friday to try and avoid the backlash this is going to cause is not going to work. I can only hope it was either the actor’s choice to leave or it was a respectful decision in order to take Ted in the right direction.
Maurice Johnson was one of the finds outside of the core four leads, and it will be sad to see him leave. That being said, knowing the talents of Keith D. Robinson, this is a strong recast that will complement the foundations left by Johnson in the role of Ted.
These kinds of changes were due to come; they happen when a soap is launching, finding its footing, and making the changes it may need to make to continue being a viable product, and I have faith in Michele Val Jean, Sheila Ducksworth, and their teams to make this change seemless and possible.
Both Actors, Maurice Johnson and Keith D. Robinson are strong actors. I will miss Maurice Johnson as Dr. Ted Richardson. Now, I do look forward to viewing the “Chemistry” the new Dr. Ted Richardson has with his wife Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson. I am excited about that!!!!
Bring back the other actor Maurice Johnson. We do not like the one that your company replacement him with. He does not fit the part. Bring back the other one. Please,please give the other person another part.
I agree. The original Ted was classy and well-spoken. The new Ted said birfday, more than once. Maybe he will “grow on us” though.
Now the show needs to recast the actor/actress that play the roles of Derek and Ashley.
Yes!!! I agree. Bland for sure.
Could not agree more! Not a fan of either of them. They should have been the FIRST TWO recasts.
Derek can easily be written out; the role is a spaceholder. We easily could bump Ellie Wang (Caroline Lee) or Ernestine Johnson (Shanice Johnson) to series regular over Ben Gavin (Derek Baldwin).
As for Ashley, that role does not require recasting, just more of a shift in direction. Jen Jacob is one of the shining beacons in the non-daytime regular cast. The one role that does require a recast, outside of Derek, is Martin Richardson; the actor does not work in the role.
I agree. Those two struggle & it’s hard to watch while their scenes are on.
They need better writing.
I totally agree!
Caught me off guard when I heard this
People who they should be recasted, they leave on there(Dani) he did ok to me.
“Recasted” is not a word. At all. It’s still “recast”. And the role of Dani does not need to be recast at all; the four main leads are locked in. I’m sure they made sure of that.
The Dani actress is one of the worst I’ve ever seen. She is one of about 20 who should be recast. BTG is horrible beyond imagination. They should take a six month break, retool everything, then return with something decent.
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Considering the soap you’re a fan of by your name, you should focus on that cast of non-actors before talking about Beyond the Gates. I have you blocked on so many websites and wish I could block you here as well.
Sorry there’s no melting face masks or r*pe happening.
Really , just watch Days if that’s your thing! Dani is a great actress!!
Yes, she is!
Are you kidding me? DAYS?? Ok……
Lady, you need to get your head out if your butt and go watch something you can understand or relate to. Karla Mosley, Danni is over the top, I agree. I’d like to see her be more self- respecting than falling apart because of her horny,, ex-husband and his child-bride. Once she gets her ass in gear again, he’ll be scratching down her door. This is a great show that needs some adjustments, you can’t expect it to be perfect right out of the gate, no pun intended. I think you just need something more in your league, this clearly is not it.
I want to know what last week’s ratings were.It is important for this show to have high ratings.This actor was probably fired because of his behavior on set with the actresses!
Comments like this, without any kind of basis are damaging to a person’s professional and personal livelihoods and shouldn’t be made in such a careless manner.
I’m saddened to see a recast of one of the main characters so soon. I thought his acting was great & he’s extremely easy on the eyes.
Facts I loved him in this role very shocking to hear. Definitely would love to hear the reason for the recast I’m hoping he got offered another acting job that’s going to take him career to the next level. Like you said a very easy on the eyes. Speak positively over these people’s lives, wishing them nothing but the best in their careers.
I thought he was doing well. It appears Dr Nicole and the Ted have develop their rhythm.
I really like Maurice in this role and I gotta be honest I am rooting for this show but a recast of a major character this quickly is not a good look
It was bound to happen, especially in a new soap opera.
I definitely get that it’s unfortunate that it’s someone who actually is clicking in their role
Perhaps he was, or maybe with the storyline he no longer fit. We don’t know.
He prolly want reparations in his contract
Of course someone would go there. Enough. Racism is SCREAMING loud.
I think the word is IGNORANT!
I liked Maurice Johnson in this role. Very handsome and he wore the clothes well. He appeared to enjoy the show as he was posting on social media on 3/20, and they made this change on 3/21.
I don’t like the character of Derek, and he and Ashley don’t work. But I believe the directors want us to feel this. I really like Ashley’s mother.
Martin is a bit stiff but what Congressman isn’t?! It was a joy to see his smile when he and Smitty were teasing their daughter about going on a double date. I think the actor will grow into the role. Look at JMW when she started; she did nothing but cry every day. I can’t stand Steffy but she’s a much better actress now. The actor playing Martin is fortunate to be working with two powerhouse actors who portray Vernon and Smitty (what a natural and a pleasure to watch).
Tomas is also a bit stiff but he will also grow into the role. I see him and Kat becoming a supercouple. So cute together.
My wish is to cut the Dani drinking story. Such a tired soap opera plot. Been there, done that: Erica Kane, Alexis Davis, Nikki Newman, Brooke Logan, and on and on. I expect better ideas from Michelle Val Jean.
I look forward to a Dani-free week soon. Give us more Jacob, Naomi, Kat, Tomas, Joey, Doug, Vanessa, Diego, Chelsea, Martin, Smitty, Leslie, and George the security guard. And I could watch Haley every day – the breakout character and star of the show.
Why
I’d like to understand WHY the recast… Is he leaving by choice, personal issues or not seeing himself in this role.
I am truly sorry that we are losing Maurice Johnson in the role of Ted Richardson because I personally feel he was perfect for the role on BTG and the actor that has been recast to replace him looks entirely too young in fact he looks to be about the same age as the character Martin or a couple of years older it’s should’ve been someone older but who would still look great with Nicole Richardson. I also hope that Dani is given a new direction because she’s become extremely tiresome constantly obsessing over her ex Bill and new wife Haley please end this storyline soon and please hire someone to be her potential new love interest soon because her fling with Andre is gross because he’s like family!.
Yes, I think they should find a new man for Danni. They could have brought in Keith for her, and she should start modeling again, take that contract she has for her daughter and use it for herself. It will give her something to do besides drink and obsess about Bill and Haley.
The show needs better writing. It would help with everyone’s performance if they scripts were better.
Beyond the Gates has the strongest scripts in American daytime; you must just not be used to seeing quality.
Sure Jan
Are you serious you can’t be
BAD DECISION. Maurice Johnson should stay in the role. Very SAD. Not Good too early. TED IS CUTEEEE. Many people will turn off from this decision. CHANGE YOUR MIND, WRITERS
Going miss him and hate he is being recasted. Even though i know the work of the other actor from Dream Girls and The Saints and the Sinners.
Hayley or Bill would have been my recast first choice. Unbelievable as a couple. She really looks like his kid. A more believable looking couple even with the age difference. Of course i understand the younger newbies are learning. I really enjoy this soap and wish it years and years of success!
“Recasted” is not a word. It’s simply “recast”.
How recalcitrant of you!
How is it recalcitrant of me?
Don’t take the bait Scott… be better than. You will wake up happier every morning. The high road is a nice place to be.
Oh trust me, Mimi does not bother me like she thinks she does. Trust THAT.
Dani, I agree she needs to be recasted. Too young for the role. Also, Bill’s new wife definitely needs to be recast. Lastly, recasting Maurice Johnson is a mistake! Good actor with Nicole Dupree Richardson. Good Day time soap drama!
I don’t like the change
I do not like the change of any character. The joy of enjoying the show and the characters is accepting that they are real. So, when one up and changes into another person, it is very disconcerting.
Would like to know why he was replaced, as a loyal fan l have a right to know!
I’m not happy at all with the decision to chage the character. Maurice Johnson did great playing his role.
Next week on the Friday, November 13 episode of Beyond the Gates, Yvette Nicole Brown and her real life husband Anthony Davis guest star. In story, Brown takes on the role of Temeka the cousin to Shanice (Ernestine Johnson Morrison).
When Temeka comes to Fairmont Crest she will be accompanied by her husband, Tony, played by real-life hubby Anthony Davis. The castings come as the soap opera continues to expand the family of Shanice. Previously, we met her brothers, Cedric and Lamont.
As Shanice gets ready to head down the aisle with Dr. Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson) will the presence of Shanice’s family members actually deter the nuptials from ever taking place?
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This now makes the third daytime drama appearance by Yvette Nicole Brown. She first popped up on The Young and the Restless in 2016 and 2017 as reporter Lois Thompson.
Then in 2023, she played a nurse on General Hospital when she appeared in the March 29, 2023 episode honoring her real-life friend, Sonya Eddy who past away in real-life in December of 2022, The soap honored her in death when her character, Epiphany died.
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Brown and Eddy first met in 2003 while testing for an ABC pilot titled “The Four Divas” alongside Octavia Spencer and Carla Renata and became very close friends up until Eddy’s passing.
It was actually Brown’s character, who came forth to Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst) and shared that Epiphany died saving her life which gave some sort of solace to Elizabeth; knowing Epiphany died doing what she loved, helping people.
As for Anthony Davis, not only is he an actor, but a writer and minister known for TV and film roles including: He Wasn’t Man Enough (2025), The Family Business: New Orleans, and The Upshaws. Â
Brown is also recognized from her roles on: Community, The Odd Couple, The Mayor, That ’70s Show, The Office, Boston Legal, Chuck, Mom, Big Shot to name but a few.
So, looking forward to see Yvette Nicole Brown and her real-life husband, Anthony Davis on Beyond the Gates? Happy to see more family members from Shanice’s life showing up at Fairmont Crest? Do you remember the heart-tugging episode where everyone learned Epiphany had died on General Hospital and Yvette Nicole Brown’s part in the story? Let us know via the comment section.
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Y&R’s Bryton James and Christel Khalil Crossover to ‘Beyond the Gates’ (Sneak Peek)
CBS and Beyond the Gates have released some teaser photos and video preview for tomorrow’s Wednesday, November 4 appearance of The Young and the Restless’ Bryton James and Christel Khalil as Devon and Lily Winters visit Fairmont Crest.
In the special episode, Anita Dupree (newly crowned Lead Actress Daytime Emmy Award winner Tamara Tunie) and The Articulettes return to the studio to record an EP, with Devon’s help.
On Devon’s trip to the DMV area, he is accompanied by his sister Lily, who turns out to be a longtime fan of the singing group. The episode marks the third appearance by James and the first by Khalil on Beyond the Gates.
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In story, as the Articulettes record their new tracks, Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant) is there too, who’s mother Barbara Mitchell was the original Articulette and tragically ended her own life over feeling shoved out of the group.
Bonita Brisker and Marcia Howell return for the episodes as Sharon and Tracy and perform song along with the Tamara Tunie as the Anita the lead singer of the fictional famous singing trio.
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BEYOND THE GATES MAKING HISTORY
Beyond the Gates picked up its first four Daytime Emmy Awards in its history, last Friday night, October 30 at the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards.
The series took home the gold for the aforementioned Lead Actress category by Tamara Tunie, plus Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series: Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas), Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program, where the hair and makeup team tied with The Kelly Clarkson Show, and for Lighting Direction for a Daytime Program.
Created by head writer Michele Val Jean, and executive producerd by Val Jean, Sheila Ducksworth, Julie Carruthers, Tracey Thomson, Leon W. Russell, Derrick Johnson, Anna Saalfeld and Lela Coffey, the series airs weekdays on CBS (2:00-3:00 PM, ET/1:00-2:00 PM, PT) and streams on Paramount+.
SNEAK PEEK
Now below check out an exclusive preview, where Lily meets the Articulettes for the first tie and Anita pays homage to Lily’s father, Neil Winters (the late Kristoff St. John).
So, looking forward to seeing Bryton and Christel on Beyond the Gates? Do you enjoy seeing the Articulettes sing on the show led by Daytime Emmy winner, Tamara Tunie? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards red carpet arrivals featured many a leading man from your favorite soaps, plus the younger stars and veteran actors you’ve come to love.
The gents were definitely about the bowties this year, plus fashion-forward trends, classic suit and tux looks, or sport jacket and no tie. There were a myriad of fashion choices on display from the one thing the soaps are usually known for, ‘hot’ guys.
This year for the first time the red carpet featured the cast of Beyond the Gates who were eligible for Daytime Emmy competition for the first time in their young history, bringing fresh faces and new vibes to the festivities.
LEADING MEN, VETERAN STARS AND NEWCOMERS STRIKE A POSE
Many of this year’s nominees who went on to become eventual winners, previous Emmy winners, and more, took to the carpet to strike a pose for the paparazzi in attendance.
Some of the standout looks came from (pictured above): Steve Burton (Jason Morgan, General Hospital) in traditional black tux with a sheen, Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter Walton, The Bold and the Beautiful), Giovanni Mazza (Gio Palmieri), Jibre Hordges (Jacob Hawthorne, Beyond the Gates) and Michael Graziadei (Daniel Romalotti, The Young and the Restless), all wearing tuxes, suits or sportcoat and trousers with a bowtie, plus now two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Roger Howarth (Matt Clark, The Young and the Restless) who gave us that stellar jacket and more relaxed vibe for the carpet.
Now below, check out the other actors who made an impression with red carpet fashion at the Daytime Emmy Awards this past Friday night.
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Days of our Lives and Brilliant Minds alum, Al Calderon (ex-Javi Hernandez), a Daytime Emmy nominee in light green suit.
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Beyond the Gates’ Jaden Lucas Miller (Tyrell Richardson) had it put together from head to toe making his first appearance at a Daytime Emmy red carpet.
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The icon, Y&R’s Eric Braeden, a nominee this year for Lead Actor for his performances as Victor Newman took to the red carpet alongside his granddaughter, but took a moment to pose solo for the cameras.
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Alex Cheeks who plays Donnell McBride on Beyond the Gates took to the carpet in this blue suit with brooch.
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General Hospital’s Dominic Zamprogna (Dante Falconeri) entering the red carpet from the street stylin’ in blue jacket and white sneakers.
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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Harrison Cone (Deke Sharpe) bringing the on-trend fashion to the Emmys, as well as he would as the young fashion designer at Logan!
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General Hospital’s Sawandi Wilson (Dr. Isaiah Gannon) in velvet red tuxedo stood out on the red carpet.
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Last year’s Lead Actor Daytime Emmy winner, Paul Telfer (Xander Kiriakis, Days of our Lives) returned this year to present several awards on-stage and hit the red carpet in very stylish black kilt.
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Days of our Lives’ newest leading man, Kyle Pryor made his debut on the Daytime Emmy red carpet. He premieres tomorrow on the November 2nd episode of the Peacock streaming soap operas as Dominik Marino.
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Beyond the Gates star, Sean Freeman (Andre Richardson) always looks super cool. This time in white jacket and packets making a fashion statement on his first Daytime Emmys red carpet.
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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Crew Morrow (Will Spencer) opted for a jean jacket and black sheen jeans to take to the carpet, but still bringing the swag.
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Days of our Lives alum Christopher Sean (Paul Narita), a nominee for Guest Performer in a Daytime Drama Series took to the red carpet in beautiful blue.
So, which men do you think were looking good? Did the actors bring it to the red carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.
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