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BEYOND THE GATES: What Were Your Impressions Following the First Week of Episodes?
It’s official! Beyond the Gates has started its run as daytime’s newest soap opera and got off to quite the start culminating with several Friday cliffhangers leaving viewers waiting to find out just what went down. In it, we saw Dami Dupree (Karla Mosley) take out a small pistol and interrupt the nuptials of Hayley Lawson (Marquita Lawson) to her ex-husband, Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett).
In the final moments of the episode, when the minister asks if anyone objects to Hayley and Bill tying the knot, under her breath, Dani says she does. Next, she proceeds to pulls the gun from her purse, gets up from her seat, and aims at Hayley. We hear that shots are fired as the episode came to a conclusion.
There is now much speculation as to whether Dani actually pulled out a gun or could she be imaging the entire scenario in her head? After all, she has been having a very difficult time coping with the fact that Bill dumped her for the younger Hayley and then to make matter worse, the couple intend on moving into their new home in Fairmont Crest, which shows further disrespect to Dani and the Duprees.
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Dani has had quite the week: throwing bitch-slaps, clearing office desks with a golf club, throwing a drink in Bill’s face, pleading with him to take her back, then hitting the sheets with photographer, Andre (Sean Freeman), trying to manage her daughter Chelsea’s (RhonniRose Mantilla) fashion shoot, and much more.
Meanwhile, we learned that Martin (Brandon Claybon) has a secret involving someone or someones being shot or killed, Vernon (Clifton Davis) and Anita (Tamara Tunie) trying to keep the secret under wraps, no thanks to Bill. Smitty (Mike Manning) and Martin’s relationship is possibly blowing up with secrets and unrest of their own.
We met Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant), who took a little motorcycle drive and pushed young Laura (Destiny Love) off the road in her car, in order to take her out, so Leslie’s revenge plot on Ted (Maurice Johnson) and Nicole (Daphnee Duplaix) can take place, by now having Eva (Ambyr Michelle) take Laura’s place as Nicole’s assistant. Later, Laura and Eva celebrate that soon Eva will be close to her father … Ted!
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In addition, there was Andre at the hospital while speaking with Ashley (Jen Jacob), they both get into an elevator with a pregnant woman, who as the elevator comes to a sudden halt, the pregnant woman’s water breaks. In true soap fashion, that will leave Andre and Ashley stuck together (who we know have the hots for one another, even though she is with firefighter Derek) to probably give birth to the woman’s baby.
We wanted to give you, the viewers, a chance to get a grasp on all the new characters they met this week inside and outside the gated community of Fairmont Crest, plus some time to delve into the storylines that kicked-off the first week of action on the first new network television soap opera in over 25 years, before getting your opinions thus far on Beyond the Gates.
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So now let us know, what were your first impressions after the first week of Beyond the Gates? Share your reactions via the comment section. But first, in case you missed it, check out the Michael Fairman Channel’s live chat with Karla Mosley, Marquita Goings and Arielle Prepitit below.
I love this show! Karla Mosley is showing what she could have done with her character on B&B, if she was allowed to. She would have given Steffy a run for her money in the bitch department! Tamara Tunie and Clifton Davis are perfect as the heads of the family. Bill, the perfect villian. You know that someone eventually will try to take him out.
Mixed for me. I love Tamara Tunie as Anita and Mike Manning as Bradley (“Smitty”) and I like very much Clifton Davis and a few others. I absolutely love that a gay male couple has teenage children – I have read a lot of comments they seem too young but one of my best friends has a teenaged son and he is only 34 (his son is 17). How old is Mike Manning in real life?
I find most of the characters dull though and Karla Mosley’s woman scorned can become tiresome if she doesn’t have other colors and positive attributes.
I found myself completely riveted whenever Tamara Tunie or Mike Manning were on my screen; otherwise I was often bored. It reminded me of the excesses of 1980’s primetime soaps combined with the excesses of Passions, Santa Barbara and Sunset Beach.
New shows take time to find their rhythms and I am willing to continue to watch the show but for me it is mostly for Tamara and Mike.
Yes, it takes a while for a shows audience to grow. I think Karla Mosley is portraying what it feels like when your partner of 30 years, dumps you for a younger person. You do wanna bitch slap somebody! I think it has a lot of potential and it has a chance to grow.
Mike Manning barely had any interactions or real dialouge, not sure what was so captivating about him, haha.
I like it much better than I ever expected. I especially like Hayley, Nicole, Leslie, Mona, Laura, Eva, Vernon, Martin, Smitty, Ted, Bill, Andre, the realtor, and the two new characters on Friday. Not sure i like the Anita character; perhaps too much like Mrs Chancellor or Stephanie Forrester.
The casting is brilliant. I love the intrigue and the fast pace. The modeling scenes are the only parts that are a bit boring but Dani helps to keep them interesting. I often watch the episodes twice.
Mixed bag for me as well. Too much Dani and too much over dramatics between her and Bill. Bill is a total ass by the way. I also don’t feel bad for Hayley whatsoever. I love the characters of Nicole, Anita, Vernon and Bradley though.
I think there is good potential for a long run. That being said, I enjoyed most of the show and characters but had some issues with others. I’m only vaguely familiar with Karla Mosley as I don’t watch B&B and think she needs to tone down a little. When she wasn’t throwing fits her acting is on point but, for me, a little over the top at other times.
One other issue I have is the ages or the perceived ages of Dani and her daughters. At one point she mentions being with Bill since she was 19 and later that that had been together 30 years. That would make her near 50 close to 10 years older than the actress. Her younger daughter seems age appropriate but the other, Naomi looks closer to or over 30 and is a practicing attorney.
I’d like to see the characters of Smitty and explored more.
I loved how the entire Dupree family and friends showed up in black at the wedding. Ha!
Maybe we are supposed to hate her but I found myself liking Hayley and feeling a bit sorry for her. So far she seems genuine in her feelings for Bill.
I tried to watch it, but I was just into it. I like the cast, but not sure I stay with it 🙁
While Karla/Dani was a little over the top, she’s not the first woman scorned, I had to feel more sorry that her family sacrificed her pain to protect the brother who has a problem, he doesn’t even know he’s got, as he keeps having nightmares but no memories of this problem, and apparently doesn’t want to know. There’s too much going on already to comment on, but I enjoyed the whole week!
Dani, pulling out the gun was not a shock, she’s probably just imagining it, but that big bug, moving up and down her face was sure distracting, until I realized it was on the veil attached to her hat.
One of the strongest first weeks American daytime has ever had!! They knocked it out of the park, and I am waiting on baited breath for next week’s episodes!!! Sets, acting, writing all aces!!!
I liked it ! Like any new show it has to grow iron out the kinks My favorite character is Bill Timon is doing a good job there The character of Hayley has a vulnerability and that’s a good thing because you really are supposed to dislike her I’m sure she will end up being related to Dani in some way Firefighter is too good to be true something’s going on there and Daphne’s husband is to good to be true one of them is on the down low maybe with each other ! Hopefully people are staying with it and giving it a chance . In this world of instant gratification people are not patient. Lastly,people on other sites writing in 3 days it’s better than gh days or bold Stop that nonsense it’s rude stick with beyond and don’t compare it to shows that have had the longevity There’s room for them all !
hayley is going to cheat on bill there is no way that she loves him she loves his money and everything that being married to him will give her she is low class and it not because she came from nothing it what she did and there is no way she love that old man in the end bill will get what he deserves because of what he did to his family.
I’ve watching soaps for 50 years, so I was excited to see a new one emerge. I’m enjoying it so far and I will continue hoping for more character development. The only thing that is really distracting is the over-the-top hair and make up…..please tone it down.
I’ve been watching soaps for over 50 years and was excited to see a new one emerge. I’m enjoying it so far and look forward to further character development. The only thing that is really distracting is the over-the-top hair and make-up. Please tone it down….take out some of the extensions and leave some of the furs in the closet!
I love the show.It has plenty of action.I do hope it last for a long time.
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‘Beyond the Gates’ vs. ‘The Young and the Restless’ in a Soap Opera Showdown on ‘Flip Side’ Season 3 Premiere
CBS daytime dramas, Beyond the Gates and The Young and the Restless go head-to-head when two featured cast members from each show compete on the syndicated game show, Flip Side for its season 3 premiere.
Hosted by Jaleel White (best known as Steve Urkel from Family Matters) and filmed near Atlanta, Georgia, daytime drama fans should circle Monday, September 14th when you can catch: representing Team BTG, Colby Nixon (Kat Richardson) and RhonniRose Mantilla (Chelsea Hamilton), and Representing Team Y&R, Bryton James (Devon Hamilton) and Lily Winters (Christel Khalil).
In the upcoming soap opera showdown, the competing teams will win prize money for the charities of their choosing, when White tests both teams on how they think opposite groups of people feel about the same topic, and to see which team will make it to the final round.
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Flip Side’s loglines shares that it’s “an original, laugh out-loud survey-based game show that pits two teams of contestants against each other, testing them on how they think opposite groups of people feel about the same topic. The teams compete for a shot at $10,000 by guessing the top answers based on anonymous surveys – which can be provocative, surprising, and often humorous. Throughout each episode, host Jaleel White brings a fun and comedic energy to the show while also guiding the contestants through the questions.”
Season three leans deeper into exploring relationships, dating, social behaviors and everyday life situations that viewers can relate to. Season three also features multiple celebrity episodes benefiting charity kicking off with the CBS soap showdown.
In addition to airing Monday to Friday in syndication on stations across the country, Flip Side has a second run on Game Show Network. So, check your local listings for times in your area, or catch Flip Side on GSN.
So, who do you think wins the soap opera showdown between BTG’s Colby and RhonniRose vs. Y&R’s Bryton and Christel? Make your picks in the comment section. But first, check out a bit of the action from the episode below.
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CBS Announces Fall Preview and Season Premieres for ‘Beyond the Gates’ ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ and ‘The Young and the Restless’
CBS announced on Thursday, September 10, their fall storyline previews, season premiere dates and broadcast milestones for its daytime line-up which has held the top spot as the highest-rated network in daytime for 40 consecutive seasons.
The line-up includes daytime dramas: Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, The Young and the Restless, plus gams shows, The Price is Right which continues to be the #1 show on daytime television and Let’s Make a Deal.
Coming up, B&B celebrates its 40th anniversary, Drew Carey marks 20 years as host of daytime’s The Price is Right, while Beyond the Gates will kick-off their 3rd season in December and Y&R continues its dominance at the number #1 daytime drama and the most nominated soap going into the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards on October 30. Here’s what to look for this fall below!
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
CBS’ longest-running scripted series and 2026’s most Daytime Emmy Award-nominated series continues with its 54th season on Thursday, October. 8, and its 37th season as Daytime’s #1 drama on the broadcast television season.
Look for: Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) to stop at nothing to protect his family, taking decisive control of the situation with Matt Clark (Roger Howarth) while refusing to allow anything to threaten Nick’s (Joshua Morrow) sobriety. Victor presents Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott) with an intriguing business opportunity that could serve as an ulterior motive to cause havoc for his nemesis, Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman). Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) finally scores a win, but her victory forces her to decide who she truly wants in her life.
In addition, Victoria (Amelia Heinle) and Kyle (Michael Mealor) go to great lengths to keep their casual affair a secret. Stephanie (Vivica A. Fox) supports Nate (Sean Dominic) as he pursues a return to medicine. Lily (Christel Khalil) and Cane (Billy Flynn) mix business with pleasure when they team up to fight Billy’s (Jason Thompson) attempt to gain control of Chancellor Industries. With their wedding fast approaching, Billy has little time to give Sally (Courtney Hope) the support she needs, and the pressure is mounting.
In addition, Michael Fairman TV has learned stories and scripts under Y&R’s new co-head writers, Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor, begin to air on November 11.
Y&R is broadcast on weekdays on CBS (12:30-1:30 PM, ET/11:30 AM-12:30 PM, PT) and is available to stream on Paramount+**. The show is produced by Sony Pictures Television Presentation in association with Bell Dramatic Serial Co. and Corday Production, Inc. Sally McDonald is the executive producer. Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor are co-head writers.
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL
The most-watched daily drama in the world kicked off its landmark 40th season this past Tuesday, September 8 on CBS.
In story, a fierce battle between sisters Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Katie (Heather Tom) is underway, shaking up the Los Angeles fashion industry as Katie’s rising House of Logan takes on Brooke and the mighty Forrester Creations. For the first time ever, the Forresters must navigate mounting financial concerns while the younger generation – Electra (Laneya Grace) and R.J. (Brayan Nicoletti) – rally to help save the family legacy.
Meanwhile, Will (Crew Morrow) and Dylan (Sydney Bullock) grow closer, but the arrival of Dylan’s mother, Darcy (Kelly Sullivan), adds new complications to their relationship as Katie goes on the offensive to help protect her son. Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) and Carter (Lawrence Saint-Victor) must also grapple with the secret born from one unexpected night together, threatening to upend their respective marriages with Finn (Tanner Novlan) and Daphne (Murielle Hilaire).
With secrets, rivalries and family loyalties colliding, the drama builds toward a shocking twist in celebration of the series’ 40th anniversary in March 2027.
B&B is broadcast on weekdays on CBS (1:30-2:00 PM, ET/12:30-1:00 PM, PT) and is available to stream on Paramount+**. A Bell-Phillip Television production, Bradley Bell is the executive producer and head writer. Casey Kasprzyk also serves as executive producer.
BEYOND THE GATES
CBS’S newest daytime soap strides into fall packed with drama as the hit Daytime Emmy-nominated series continues its second season, with season three beginning Tuesday, December 29.
In story, the Duprees, their friends and foes will wade through a flood of fresh tests and triumphs. While some wrestle rivals old and new, others will fight for their livelihoods … and their lives. Anita (Tamara Tunie) hits a bump in the road on the way to The Articulette’s revival, while Vernon (Clifton Davis) takes charge when he gets news that dredges up the past. Dani (Karla Mosley) and Andre’s (Sean Freeman) marriage meets turbulence when mounting tensions with Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett) and Hayley (Marquita Goings) pull Dani deeper into her ex’s life.
Elsewhere, Martin (Brandon Claybon) defends his family when Smitty (Mike Manning) is dealt a devastating public blow that puts Naomi (Arielle Prepetit) and Jacob (Jibre Hordges) on opposing sides. As some relationships are strained, others are heating up. Sabotage can’t get in the way of Ted (Keith D. Robinson) and Shanice’s (Ernestine Johnson) love as they take things to the next level.
Meanwhile, Nicole (Daphnee Duplaix) is ready for more with Kial (Greg Vaughan). Madison (Kenjah) is a rock to Chelsea (RhonniRose Mantilla) when she and Kat (Colby Muhammad) can’t escape scandal and Vanessa (Lauren Buglioli) and Joey’s (Jon Lindstrom) love life fuels the fire with her daughter Deanna (Angela Fairley). As tensions simmer behind closed doors, a greater threat looms that could flip the entire community on its head.
Beyond the Gates is broadcast weekdays on CBS (2:00-3:00 PM, ET/1:00-2:00 PM, PT) and is available to stream on Paramount+**. The series is produced by CBS Studios, as part of the CBS Studios/NAACP Venture, in partnership with P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble. Created by head writer Michele Val Jean, executive producers include Val Jean, Sheila Ducksworth, Julie Carruthers, Tracey Thomson, Leon W. Russell, Derrick Johnson, Anna Saalfeld and Lela Coffey.
THE PRICE IS RIGHT
Drew Carey will “Come on Down!” for his 20th season as the host of the ever-popular game show and the longest consecutively one in television history. The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 55th season beginning Monday, September. 21.
This season, Wednesdays are getting even more exciting with “Wild Wheel Wednesday.” During the Showcase Showdown, contestants will have the chance to win not only over $100,000, but also a special prize chosen by Drew, making every spin of the Big Wheel even more thrilling. Themed episodes this season include Veteran’s Day, Halloween, Earth Day, Breast Cancer Awareness, Pet Adoption Week, Pride, Cinco De Mayo, St. Patrick’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Week. Returning this season are announcer George Gray and fan-favorite models Rachel Reynolds, Manuela Arbeláez, Amber Lancaster, James O’Halloran, Devin Goda and Alexis Gaube.
The Price is Right is produced by Fremantle and broadcast on weekdays on CBS (11:00 AM-12:00 PM, ET/10:00-11:00 AM, PT)
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
Emmy Award-winning host Wayne Brady brings more deals, big prizes and surprises when the 18th season of the game show when it returns on Monday, September. 21.
The season premiere includes a brand-new game, “Cash Course,” a ball-rolling obstacle course where Traders line up green and gold balls on a custom-designed course for a guaranteed chance to win big cash, with the opportunity to take home a grand prize of $10,000 – but look out for the spinning duck, stone toad and the octopus!
This season also marks a major milestone with the show celebrating its 3,000th episode with Brady as host. The milestone will be commemorated with a special episode airing in January 2027. Returning this season are announcer Jonathan Mangum, model Tiffany Coyne and musician Cat Gray, who all bring their signature blend of improv comedy, music, iconic games and, of course, those infamous Zonks.
Let’s Make a Deal is produced by Fremantle and broadcast on weekdays on CBS (check local listings) and is available to stream on Paramount+**
**(live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. *Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the episode airs.
So, which CBS soap opera’s fall preview has you most intrigued? Happy to know that shortly Y&R will begin to air episodes from new head writers Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Conner? Let us know via the comment section below.
Shanice Johnson’s (Ernestine Morrison) brothers are coming to Fairmont Crest next week on all-new episodes of Beyond the Gates. Be on the lookout for Denzell Dandridge to make his debut as Lamont Johnson and Khiry Walker to debut n the role of Cedric Johnson on the Tuesday, September 8 episode.
In a video preview, Lamont and Cedric make quite a first impression on Dr. Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson), who are not so keen on the guy, who is dating their sister. Can Ted get Shanice’s siblings to have a change of heart about him? Stay tuned.
If Khiry Walker looks familiar, he has appeared in numerous television series, films and stage plays including Law & Order: Organized Crime and The Chair Company. Denzell Dandridge has also appeared across film and television projects including: Street Code Broken, Coming of Age, itfactor and The Dirty D. Dandridge. In a fun fact, Denzell is actually the great-nephew of acclaimed and groundbreaking actress, Dorothy Dandridge.
In addition, Denzell Dandridge shared on his Instagram about his casting on the CBS soap opera, “All the long nights on set. Countless auditions. Thousands of No’s. But here it is… we finally got our YES.”
Since its inception, Beyond the Gates has focused on the stories of the Dupree and Richardson families, and now with the Johnson family coming into the picture, the series has a chance to expand more characters familial background and back-story to propel future storylines.
Beyond the Gates received 15 Daytime Emmy nominations at the upcoming 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday night, October 30. The soap opera made Daytime Emmy history by racking up the highest nomination tally for its first time in the competition.
Now below, check out a preview for next week on Beyond the Gates which gives you a first look at Denzell Dandridge and Khiry Walker as Shanice’s brother. Do you hope the writers delve into the siblings story, or do you think they will just be in town to support their sister? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section.
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