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Billy Miller Pens “Goodbye” Letter On His Exit From General Hospital
On Sunday evening, Billy Miller’s (Drew) longtime manager, Marnie Sparer, posted via her Twitter account a short video that was accompanied by a tweet that said, “Officially. Billy. Miller.” The video contained a very heartfelt and thoughtful “goodbye” letter written by Miller on his departure from General Hospital.
Miller’s last day on the set was reportedly Friday, July 26th, although unconfirmed by the show at this time. A three-time Daytime Emmy winner, who joined GH back in 2014 as Jason Morgan, Billy later took on the role of Drew Cain, back in 2017 when Steve Burton returned to his original role as Jason. Before coming to GH, Miller previously had a six-year run on CBS’ The Young and the Restless as Billy Abbott.
In Miller’s goodbye letter on his exit from General Hospital, he expressed: “Hello Friends, with a slight air of sadness, it is time to ponder what “Goodbye” means. However, instead of dwelling on what is gone and sure to be missed, there is another way. Maybe our goodbye really is remembrance of love felt, an appreciation for lives shared, and the lifelong reminisces that come from embraces given and received. Maybe our goodbye is an earnest hope for the brightest path forward for us all. Maybe our goodbye is honoring growth and lessons learned. Now, instead of sadness, I am filled with gratitude for all your support, encouragement, and every emotion shared. I cherish the journey we have taken together. Thank you for allowing me into your homes and lives. With every ounce of myself, I thank you for being you. I would be remiss in this crazy, unpredictable world we all love so much if I did not hold out the possibility that maybe our GOODBYE is really… UNTIL NEXT TIME. All My Love, Billy Miller”
Miller also shared one very special thank you to his enduring scene-partner, Kelly Monaco (Sam), with the touching words: “To the best partner I have ever had, who has my back and I have hers because it takes two! deuces – love, Billy.”
In addition, the balloons pictured in the video are from Miller’s fans, of which Bellqbanita tweeted: “We sent these balloons to Billy (they spell We Love Billy and some Cowboys ones). Two donations were made in his name to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital. He also has a brick dedicated to him in the hospital’s courtyard. #WeLoveBillyMiller”
You can watch the video messages containing Miller’s ‘goodbye” below.
Officially. Billy. Miller.
…..#GH #GH56 pic.twitter.com/0U6CxbNHKe
— Marnie Sparer (@TalktoMarn) July 29, 2019
So, what are your thoughts on the heartfelt sentiments shared by Billy in his “goodbye” letter? Sad to know that he has left General Hospital? Do you hope he will one day return? Comment below.
I think Billy’s leaving is such a big mistake. He has been one of my favorites. His scenes with Sam were fun, emotional, sexy etc. these scenes have never been duplicated with the return of Jason. Good luck. You will be truly missed. Hope to see you soon.
I agree he was always my favorite the mystery about his role was so sexy loved him.
I mean the writers didn’t write for him. Frank didn’t demand story for him. Can’t blame him. He’s a good actor and easy on the eyes. Here’s to future success. And hopefully a co tract for Typer Christopher with the freed up money.
I love Billy Miller and i watched GH for Billy, Michelle and Roger. My hope is Billy ends up back on Y&R. He really is the only Billy Abbott but he will be wonderful wherever he goes!
Hell no!!!!! I love Billy Miller but Jason Thompson does Billy Abbott just fine.
As long as hes kept far from Genoa city
We know Griffith dusted off his Dehlias death script from his last run. The last thing we need is Billys monotone delivery from those days before he left. Jasons the only thing great to watch in this story.In that hes gutwrenching in his grief. Griffith redux needs to be contained.
Maybe Griffith can rehire Mia, Anna and Dinah , three magnetic ladies in the middle of exciting storylines before he came back and fired them because he wet himself in anticipation of continuing this lame story he penned.
Who are Mia, Anna, and Dinah??
Mia Rosales..Lola’s sister-in-law…Anna I think Devon’s sister..Dinah can’t think of it..ha.ha
I believe you are thinking of DINA, the mum of Jack, Ashley and our beloved Tracy. X
Nobody can deny that Thompson gives 110 percent a lot of people think JT will be fired who knows. I guess that will depend on if Miller wants a steady pay check I do not think he would have left if he had not had a offer he is almost 40 and he is not setting the world on fire in prime time or movies. I agree totally with you and they are still losing viewers
Who will take his place as Drew now?
I don’t believe they’re recasting the role, at least, I’m hearing they aren’t for the time being.
No need; the character was created messily.
Actually, per TV Source, TPTB have been attempting to recast since June 2019.
They won’t need a new Drew, because Frodd will become the “old” Drew.
Good riddance, he can sleep through scenes elsewhere.
It was not Billy Miller’s fault that the writers dropped him as soon as Steve Burton returned
Please have several seats.
God, I love you.. said this
he’s still uphilling but wavered not ” at the top ” he’s
your heart stimulated… unrequested here to fore
I needed you
shell shock, no? for all those in and around
Frank / Jean / Shelly / Chris : left him
after the beautiful romance w/Liz… that never blossomed… did “he” leave
oh my god… watch the story end with him savoring his last 5 years of life… even tho Sam clearly chose Jason even with Scout . it was my hope that Drew as Jason… at least was out of the clutches of any thing Corinthos’
to no avail the writing – never – surfaced
at the very least … have a few closing scenes with Leslie Charleson’ Monica
this is cry
ZZZ!
Not at all surprised! They did him wrong at GH! I wonder if they will recast, or if Drew will leave Port Charles? I would not be surprised if Drew has plastic surgery to look like his old self. Lord knows how obsessed everyone is with Steve Burton. Best wishes Billy Miller. Don’t go backwards, go forward and try something new like DAYS!
I’d watch DAYS again to see Billy.
The stars are lining up and Y&R is fixing their show to not only continue being #1 BUT deserving it! They have Michelle Stafford back and she is wonderful and now Billy Miller back as Billy Abbott only makes sense. See you later Jason Thompson! GH is calling and you will be great again over there. Recast Robin if Kim isnt interested in playing Robin again! BOTH shows can benefit from this change.
Certain characters cannot be recast. Robin Scorpio is one.
100 percent agree. BUT, if you need the character. Same with Lucky. F JJ, if he doesnt ever want to return, bring in Greg Vahn, he was good!
Jason Thompson is terrific as Billy Abbott, Billy Miller wanted to leave GH. Billy Miller has no plans to come back to Y&R and that’s fine with me. Billy Miller is a wonderful actor but he has a new show, coming up in prime time.
Honestly, I am not a big fan of Billy Miller. He mumbles lines to often and doesnt always express emotions well. I didnt know he had a prime time gig. I wish him well.
Tell me, please, about his new show.
I’m so sad Billy Miller is leaving the show. As soon as they hand Michael his son, I may leave General Hospital as well.
Im already qoing to quit once the baby story is over and Shilo’s murder is solved!(i think it will happened soon)
We all knew this was coming. One wonders if they gave him a more powerful storyline, might he have incentive to stay.
With probably a month left before he departs, we’ll likely get a rushed conclusion to the flash drive story. Is that “the drive” Franco is not supposed to take?
Is Drew going to depart, or is Steve Burton going to permanently take on a dual role?
The dual role wouldn’t really work, since Drew isn’t supposed to look like Jason anymore. Though I’m guessing there will be a lot more flashback appearances in the near future.
There is an actor who would be a good fit for the role, if they went for a recast. Don’t know the actor’s name but he’s the male lead on the show “Blood & Treasure” that has been airing on CBS this summer. Dude’s voice is very similar to Steve Burton, and he actually looks like what Steve might look like after “reconstructive surgery” (which admittedly, Billy never really did).
Not sure if the actor is available, or if that show was renewed (the premise is really ridiculous for a long term series, so it really shouldn’t be). But it’s a thought anyway.
Soaps have a history of ignoring plastic surgery. Max Holden and Janet Dillon are classic examples
Probably the best example of this is when Philip Kiriakis on Days got a “face transplant”… which made his face look exactly like it did before a horrible recast. (original actor came back, obviously)
He also somehow grew back a leg that got blown off in the Iraq war, but they didn’t even try to explain that one with plastic surgery
Steve Burton in a dual role? That sounds dreadful!
I predict Steve’s dual role will happen!
And yet not nearly as dreadful as Frodd walking around with Drew’s memories.
I think Franco is going to be implanted with Drew’s memories, which means he won’t be in love with Liz, but will be in love with Kim! Lol…cray cray here we come!
Yeah, it looks like where they are going. Never mind the TWO major plot holes involved here…
1) The entire brain mapping thing was about TWINS. Frodd & Drew are distant cousins (via the Susan/Heather connection For that matter, Cameron wasn’t related at all to either of them.
2) Jason could not accept Drew’s memories because of his AJ-induced brain damage. Frodd also has brain damage (the infamous “tumor”) so he would also not be a viable subject for transfer even if there was enough genetic compatiblity to….. however the Hell this all is supposed to work.
My guess that Steve Burton will take on a dual role, a great opportunity for him but not for Billy Miller! May Billy become a star in primetime. He can do it!
This is really sad news, especially now that Drew is finally going toe-to-toe with Shiloh and their backstory is slowly being revealed. I really hoped that Drew would help take Shiloh down, and we could see him get his memories back. But with no love interest and Oscar’s recent death, it may be time to give the character a rest and bring him back in the future.
Or maybe they will recast. It’s too bad that Mark Lawson was hired for the role of Dustin, because had they known Billy Miller would be leaving, Mark would be a great recast for Drew. Aside from their physical similarities, and the likeness between him and Steve Burton, Mark is a great actor and can easily play the role of an ex-Navy Seal. Maybe they’ll recast Dustin and wait a few months before bringing Drew back with Mark playing him. It wouldn’t be the first time an actor has played two different characters on GH – look at Billy Miller!
I just hope Miller doesn’t return to Y&R and displace Jason Thompson, who’s doing a stellar job in the role of Billy. It took some time to warm to his version of the character, but he’s made that role his own, has great chemistry with everyone in the cast, and it’s been great seeing him play opposite Mark Grossman’s Adam. Billy Miller is a talented actor, and I hated seeing him leave Y&R, but they just replaced Gina T as Phyllis when Michelle Stafford became available. Doing that with Billy too would be jarring. Although, having Patrick and Robin return to GH with Emma wouldn’t be a bad idea, if this actually does happen and Jason is free to return.
Michelle Stafford wasn’t openly available, though. Anthony Morina and Josh Griffith admitted she told them she was happy where she was, which means she was intent on staying at ABC.
Not surprising. Billy Miller was underutilized. The character was brought down by horrendous writing and boring costars. It’s a shame, because Billy Miller can actually act (unlike the Parking Lot). NuNina is awful. Lulu is as irritating as a skin rash. Liz and Hayden bore me to tears. Just such a shame.
agree
Does anyone know where he’s going, what he’s doing next? I think it’s very sad that he. as another Quartermaine, is leaving. I thought there was so much more story potential for him. Will he remember what happened with Shiloh and bust his scheme wide open? Will he decide to go ahead with the memory program to regain them and be okay? What about all his friendships and family members he’s so invested in? Aurora and his partnership in Jax? There is sooo much more than I’ve even written here.
Makes me think a Drew recast may be in the works. Drew is too important to be let off the canvas for long.
Billy Miller is immensely popular and a good actor. It’s a shame they’re loosing him. Big loss for us fans of GH, too.
Good luck, Billy, wherever you land next.
Always loved Billy Miller…. he is a great actor. They never gave him any good storylines…..
Hate to see him go. His character was such a decent human being to everyone.
This is very sad news. GH get a bunch of great actors then loses them due to poor storylines. Very sad about Billy Miller leaving. Missing Michelle Stafford more than I thought I would… she is Nina. I wish the new actress would stop trying to be Michelle Stafford… her wide open eyes drives me nuts and wish should would just make “Nina” her’s than trying to have eyes like Michelle.
Cynthia Watros has been doing that wide-eyed look since her days as “Crazy” Annie on “Guiding Light.” I don’t think she’s trying to emulate Michelle Stafford; that’s just something she also does.
So true
Funny, I now love Nina since Cynthia took over. She’s damn talented and is finding her grove as Nina. Hated Stafford as Nina. Cynthia is actually funny in a good way.
Surprised he stayed this long hard for people to accept a recast if the actor has been in the role a long time my understanding was when Ron was writing the show he wanted Miller but not for the character of Jason did not think it was a good fit. They should have just left Jason dead until Burton came running back after mom Phelps got fired from Y&R .
GH never wrote anything good for him but then there isnt much good about the show anymore…i will stop watching when Nell’s baby story wraps up…im still watching Days for now but im tired of the silly mask story and people hurting each other almost weekly…and Jack story dragged me to boredom…
I liked billy miller when he first came on and was linked to Elisabeth but as soon as he became “Jason”. and got paired w/ sam then he became annoying, I was glad he became drew who is a great character in his own right but unfortunately the victim of gh biggest problem, writers or executive who are awful at following up with storyline for him. the possibilities were endless, but the writers were lazy as fuck.
you have no idea : how happy I am that @Shelly is retiring. let the happy dance begin. however heated the disparaging remarks made @ WRITING TEAMS… I still must address Frank Valentini lack of imagination. dour. he’s just one big ole blank. sadly at the helm of General Hospital. love the expletive
We got rid of one lame horse now-
when will Frank Valentini be replaced??
GH needs young writers with new updated ideas,
GH, for the past years, has been a humongous Rerun !!
It’s been rerun plots, reruns of most every storyline with little to no new..
will miss him, sadly they chose Steve over him. I do hope Tyler does not come back, I think daytime has had enough of his on and off, off and on runs.
ABC/GH had given Billy the role of Jason !!
Steve left GH for Y&R to be Dylan.
And Dylan/Steve was hardly out the door at Y&R when GH took Steve back giving him his character of Jason back throwing Billy Miller under the bus, and folks, that was a horrible thing to do to Billy. Absolutely backstabbed Billy Miller. It was Shameful what they did to Billy Miller!!
I’m amazed Billy stayed on as long as he did,
After Steve came back they never gave Billy a good story the put their effort into Steve/Jason.
Billy Miller is one of the greats..
I will miss him..
He was to be Jason!!
Also–
Billy Miller cast as Jason Morgan.
In March 2018, for his portrayal of Jason, Miller earned a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor In 2017
Billy Miller is a great actor…. He deserves better
suOOO, again we agree: “they never really gave him a good story.”
What was done to Billy Miller was disgraceful if not shameful !!
He was hired/brought in to be Jason Morgan.
How it played out;
Steve left GH to go Y&R for higher pay and perks.
Billy was brought in to GH to be Jason.
When Y&R wrote out Dylan then Jason went back to GH to reclaim his role as Jason and shamefully throwing Billy under the bus with no remorse for doing so.
Doing that was beyond wrong to do to Billy.
Billy was doing an awesome job as Jason, many liked him better as Jason than Steve as Jason..
Bottom line;
Billy Miller was totally screwed over.
I could not agree with you more, SUOO. Thank you.
Billy Miller is a FANTASTIC actor. After Steve Burton return it was downhill from there. What angers me is here you have a 3 time Emmy winner and the writers couldn’t write for him. They bring in a somewhat military storyline,,and with a “writer” who is an actual veteran,,they couldn’t even do that. I do not blame Billy Miller for moving on. He has an exceptional attitude and talent that will leave the PTB in awe. If the rumors are true,,he should take Kelly with him and be HAPPY
Stayyyy dont leavee
Not a fan of Steve Burton I really liked Billy’s Jason much more
I have stopped watching for a few weeks the story lines are boring
Just won’t go back
I loved Billy MILLER ON general hospital.The story line of when Billy came to Pirt Charles not knowing who he was. When the story realized he had memories inplated as Jason Morgon was great. The second story line is when he fell in love with Sam McCall. There love seem to gradually grow. After they get married it was love that keep Billy trying to remember who he was with Sam by his side. Good luck Billy you will definitely be missed.
If GH wants to step it up and become a contender again, hire Michael Muhney as the next Drew Cain. He would chew Jason a new…!
No he wouldn’t because TPTB wouldn’t allow it. Anyone who goes against Sonny and Jason always loses. This is what happened to Miller’s Drew. It’s a rigged system.
Good point.
I totally agree , Harry. I’m doing my best not to leave General Hospital because the writing is in favor of certain people: Sonny, Carly , and Jason.
“In favor of”??
Well right now, you have Sonny dealing with a father with Alzheimer’s, Carly facing the birth of a child with a serious illness, and Jason having to restrain himself from killing a psycho piece of shit cult leader who has kidnapped Sam about 666 times.
If that’s what you call preferential writing, I’d like to see how you write for the characters you hate!
Yes, I won’t change . You fail to mention Jason taking the law into his own hands by breaking out of jail , beating Shiloh , at Drew’s office when the safe was broken into , kicking in doors looking for Sam , etc. Are the writers planning to have him charged for any of what he’s done? Sonny in the police’s business when it comes to Shiloh or anything else that goes on in Port Charles. When I say Sonny , that includes Sam, Carly, and Jason. I wouldn’t trust the police in that town because all of them lean towards Sonny and friends; plus, Laura , the Mayor , is included. You mentioned what you wanted to list; however, you left out the rest. Another thought – How are the writers justifying Ava not being able to see her child through a visitation agreement; having the step-mother setting rules? I loved the story with Mike ; that’s the only time that I watched scenes with any of them because I truly adored that storyline. I have so much to say ; however , I won’t since I’m planning to watch in order to keep it on television unless I determine that enough is enough. It wouldn’t be the first time that I quit watching G. H. I will note that the mob storyline has somewhat faded.
He will be missed!
I think Billy’s leaving was a mistake. They could have paired him up with a love interest and kept him. Love him and dont want to see him leave the show. Keep him there.
Goodbye, Billy–sorry your character got such a rough deal. Hope you have better luck in your future endeavors. Take care.
Billy Miller indeed got a raw deal, Nancy. First, he should never, ever had been cast as Jason Morgan. Jason Morgan should never had been recast period. Miller is the polarized opposite of “Stone Cold.” Miller naturally exults a bubbling, charismatic, effervescence. Then Steve Burton decides to come back as Spider Man in monochromatic black and poor Miller, as Jason Morgan, fades away. As Neil Young once sang,”It’s better to burn out than it is to rust.” I hate this Burton-Benard dynamic which seems to have a hold on the natural development and progression of GH. I am sure this is why the superior Tristan Rogers is not afforded a sustaining front burner story line. For the last 20 years, all bow down at the alter that is Sonny and Jason. Miller is a diamond in the rough and he was not appreciated and fully realized while on GH. They were lucky to have him and they utterly blew it. I will not feel sorry for Miller because he has a long and successful career ahead of him. He played the grieving father with poignancy, and a sad soulfulness and did so with restraint and subtly.
Again, we are solidly in agreement. 🙂
And so glad to hear that you and I are simpatico re the “superior Tristan Rogers.” When he is in any scene, he makes it his. He brings so much gravitas
whenever he is on. I am confounded as to why he is not given a front burner story line! TPTB are missing a treasure!
I will miss him. I loved the depth of his heart….
Me too.
I Love Billy Miller on The Young &TheResless he wasa great Actor.
Billy Miller was the bestActor on The Young andThe Restless.
I’m very happy too see him go. He stopped acting along time ago, and was just sleepwalking through his role of Jake Doe Drew Cain. So maybe he will be happy somewhere else!*
Big mistake…I will miss him terribly. GH did him wrong. I wish SB had never come back. I haven’t been this upset about a person leaving since Michael Easton. I hope one day to see Billy back on GH. ❤
Love Billy Miller. There’s something so real, so down to earth about his presence. Drew fast became one of my favorite characters and one of the more realistic, genuine characters in Port Charles. Was hoping against hope there’d be a last minute negotiation and felt a disheartenung moment when I read his departure was confirmed.
Sigh..much luck in your new gig, Billy. Hope to catch you on wherever you land next…and will SO miss your portrayal of Drew…
Billy Miller is a great talent. They could continue Drew’s story, but they are favoring Steve Burton’s opportunity to play both twins like David Canary. Billy deserves to go on prime time like Justin Hartley has been able to do. He deserves to become a big star!!
Will miss you Billy. You’re a great actor !Drew n Sam Had such chemistry apparently on n off camera for a while wish it had worked for u 2 i am Very sad you didn’t have the story lines you should have . Would have been great for u n tamara to grieve and fall in love and have another baby And truly enjoy. Kind of b that stable couple shows need Anyway I wish you the best Hopefully a great part inNY or Cali.
Even a bisit back to Port Charles.
I am probably in the choir chanting to General Hospital’s writers, why did you ignore this talented actor after Jason came back? Instead of bringing “Ryan” back (like, why not let him die) to the canvass you totally ignored Billy. I have admired this actor since the first time I saw him on All My Children. Hoping I will see him again in a program on regular TV or Cable. Best of luck to ya Billy.
I wish him well. I stopped watching GH years ago but I can still relate to the fans who hate to see him leave. I still miss him on Y&R.
Wherever he goes from here, I truly wish him the best. He is a class act and he is wonderful at his craft.
Billy Miller was a terrific Billy on YnR, but on GH his talent was wasted. Very difficult to hope around on the soap world, as Steve Burton knows all too well from his experience on YnR. Sometimes it’s magic, sometimes not. But i am sad to see Billy go. I always hoped they would write something worthy for him, but that never happened. And I don’t blame him for moving on. Wishing him the best of luck and hope to see him on big or small screen again soon.
He’s great.bHope he will return. He will be missed
Its such a shock to see the talented Billy Miller leave. I’m praying that he will come back. He belongs on GH!!!!!!Billy please please come back!!!GH will not be the same!!!!!
We love you and miss you!!!!
A fan of GH since 1979. And loved every scene do did with Kelly!!! Please come back
Karen Leigh
Now that even the whole story of Drew’s memories & the flash drive has turned into Frodd Redemption Project – Part 666 who the Hell could blame Billy for wanting out?
So Drew will be gone, but in his place will be…. Drodd?? (Frodd with Drew’s brain map)
Yes, I want Billy Miller to return back to GH.
I wished that he was able to do both shows. Goodbye sweet Billy. This fan truly loves you for you. You’re talented and you seem to love being an actor and I know that the GH cast is your extended family members on and off camera. Keep on smiling and keep on being you Billy.
Love Kate.
Thanks for being Drew Cain etc. Characters in GH. I still don’t think he should of exit from GH.
Billy should of have exit out temporarily to do this show.
I hope that he realizes that he has over a million fans heartbroken for his departure. He is breaking up the three musketeers Franco,Jason and himself as Drew. I feel bad for his friends Sam,Carly,Kim,Sonny,Curtis etc. Seeing him leave. Recast or not. Billy Miller will always be my favorite Drew Cain. I love you. Be safe on your new journey to your new program.
Just when things finally start to get interesting, figuring out who Drew is. Why the heck? GH as far as I’m concerned doesn’t deserve him. The second Steve Burton came back GH swept him off to the side. What a damned waste.
Sorry to see Billy go, he is an amazing actor. Whatever he does next will be amazing, and you can bet I will be watching..
GH I’ve been pretty faithful viewer from Luke and Laura era, but you have really been pissing me
Off with the stories you choose to write and the paths you choose to go down.
Miss you Billy
Days of our Lives long-running cast member James Reynolds revealed on the November 10 edition of Entertainment Tonight that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and his character of Abe Carver will now be going through an on-screen Parkinson’s battle as well.
Speaking with ET’s Nischelle Turner, the 80-year-old actor and Daytime Emmy winner shared how he attempted to hide the warning signs dating back to 15-20 years ago when he would have, “What they call the hallucinations. My wife (Lissa) would say, ‘You were hitting me last night in bed,’ and I would say, ‘What?!’ I was having these really horrible dreams.” Reynolds also added that he realized falling out of bed was an early symptom of Parkinson’s too.
Discussing the on-going tremors that have become more noticeable over time especially in hands, James shared that when he finally told the Days of our Lives cast they were nothing but “extraordinarily helpful and supportive.”
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SCREEN LIFE TO MIRROR REAL LIFE
Now with DAYS about to launch into Abe’s Parkinson’s storyline, Reynolds hopes that he can turn his experience into something positive by encouraging others facing the disease to keep fighting. During the sit-down, Reynolds co-star Jackée Harry (Paulina Price) recalls her reaction to learning of Reynolds’ real-life diagnosis and how she has continued to search for new treatments to inform James about.
Although Parkinson’s disease currently has no cure, there are medications and treatments can help those manage symptoms and improve quality of life. The condition progresses at a different pace from individual to individual.
As discussed in his conversation with ET, Reynolds cited Michael J. Fox and Alan Alda as two high-profile celebrities who have brought awareness to the disease.
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In story on DAYS, Abe in recent weeks had been experiencing tremors which led to seek help and a diagnosis Dr. Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans). Soon Abe and others will find out of his battle with Parkinson’s. Although on the promo for this week’s DAYS, Abe is seen telling Kayla, that he will do something, “when the time is right.”
James Reynolds is one of the most prolific performers, being the longest-running Black Actor in a role on a television series, not to mention his aforementioned Lead Actor Daytime Emmy win in 2018, and being inducted in 2025 into the Daytime Emmy Gold and Silver Society of honorees.
You can check out James’ in-depth conversation on his Parkinson’s diagnosis below.
Share your thoughts for James after learning of his health battle, and what do you think of Days of our Lives incorporating the disease into Abe Carver’s Salem storyline? Let us know in the comment section.
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.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmys red carpet was filled with the leading ladies of soap opera, with an array of styles, looks and fashion trends: from bright vibrant colored gowns, plenty of sequins, pantsuits, retro looks, to fashion-forward and more.
From many an Emmy newcomer to the carpet with the stars of Beyond the Gates making their first-ever appearances on daytime’s biggest night, to veteran fan favorites, to the nominees and the guest stars, these women walked the carpet showing off their 2026 fashion sensibilities to the paparazzi.
Let’s take a look at some of the noteworthy looks starting with pictured above: Beyond the Gates star and now Emmy winner, Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas), Days of our Lives’ Abigail Klein (Stephanie Johnson), and Sal Stowers (Lani Price Grant), General Hospital’s Katelyn MacMullen (Willow Tait) and alum and nominee Eva LaRue (ex-Natalia Rogers Ramirez).
DRESSED TO IMPRESS
Now below, check out some of the other red carpet looks from the actresses of Beyond the Gates, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless, and then you can let us know in the comment section the answer to our question, “Who’s got the look?”
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General Hospital’s Amanda Setton, a first-time Emmy nominee for her work as Brook Lynn Quartermaine, looked beautiful in burgundy.
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The Belle of the Ball: Beyond the Gates star Tamara Tunie wowed the red carpet, and later took home her first Lead Actress Daytime Emmy for her role as Anita Dupree.
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Y&R star, Hayley Erin (Claire) look stylish and in the popular burgundy dress color trend on the carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kelly Kruger (Serena Baldwin) dressed in black and brought elegance to the carpet.
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Y&R star, Christel Khalil (Lily Winters) looked stunning in this olive green dress and matching handbag and earrings.
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General Hospital’s Alexa Havins (Lulu Spencer) also dressed in sophisticated black with embroidered top and sarong dress.
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Days of our Lives’ Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez), who always wows on the carpet, did so again this year in a pearl white gown.
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Beyond the Gates’ Rhonni Rose Mantilla’s (Chelsea Hamilton) in a cobalt blue dress making her first appearance on a Daytime Emmys red carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kristen Vaganos (Molly Lansing-Davis) in a pale peach dress took to the Emmys red carpet.
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General Hospital’s Braedyn Bruner (Emma Drake), a first-time Daytime Emmy nominee, showed youth with elegance.
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General Hospital’s Maura West (Ava Jerome) and Cynthia Watros (Nina Reeves), both past Lead Actress Daytime Emmy winners, were on-hand to root on this year’s nominee in the category and for their show, which ultimately won Outstanding Drama Series.
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Three-time Daytime Emmy winner, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers) of The Young and the Restless definitely had people turning heads during the red carpet arrivals.
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Y&R’s Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea Lawson) took to the red carpet also in a black dress with her latest hairstyle!
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The one and only Finola Hughes (Anna Devane, General Hospital) opted for a sleek, yet comfortable style for the 2026 Daytime Emmys.
So, who do you think wore it best from the women on this year’s Daytime Emmys Red Carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.
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