Y&R’s 50th anniversary is getting its own primetime special! On Tuesday, it was revealed that CBS will present, The Young and the Restless 50th anniversary celebration, an Entertainment Tonight special, on Monday March 27th.
The one-hour celebration will air at 8 pm ET/PT, and will be seen on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.
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Entertainment Tonight’s Nischelle Turner will host the event from the set of The Young and the Restless on the CBS Television soundstages.
The special includes: footage and interviews with cast members from the past 50 years, current exclusive interviews with fan-favorite cast members and never-before-seen moments from the ET vault.
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The celebration will take a deep dive into Y&R storylines over the years, including epic romances, biggest feuds and rivalries, iconic weddings, famous alumni and groundbreaking moments in pop culture.
Viewers will also get a behind-the-scenes studio tour, including a look at the massive wardrobe collection, and special remembrances to two beloved cast members, the late great, Jeanne Cooper (ex-Katherine Chancell0r) and Kristoff St. John (ex-Neil Winters).
Y&R will have its milestone on-air celebration beginning on the Wednesday March 22nd episode.
Check out a teaser video from the CBS and ET special below.
Now, are you looking forward to this Y&R 50th anniversary celebration special? Comment below.
WOW—Violet!! You’re right—-We all have members in our own families with whom tempers flair—-but, we love each other.—-except for Diane—-is she a narcissist or what? That dream of hers truly is a fantasy. All about her.LOL
No one on earth could ever take my mother’s place—-This only proves how deluded and off-the-wall-this woman is—bad news is on the way—beware GC.
Happy Happy 50th—❤️
Celia, if I believed in reincarnation then I must have been a real s.o.b. in my previous lives to have to suffer today’s Diane-centric fantasy episode. What horrors! I knew Phyllis would revert to reckless, destructive mode again but the more that Jenkins woman is rammed down our collective throats, I can’t really blame her. I found MYSELF trying to text Jeremy today, saying “I’m in, too.” Pathetic.
Here you go again, Soaphound—cracking me up—-just getting into bed and laughing my head off, as I read your comment—-ever tell you my husband thinks I’m a little crazy? He’s looking at me weirdly.
How old is Diane supposed to be?
Oh, man—I’m with you—-can’t wait for a Jeremy/Phyllis “partnership”—-in more ways than one —-this will be the next hot couple, putting everyone else to shame.
Any luck getting through to Stark? LOL
Derrick, you are a fan too!!! Another reason to love you on Eyewitness News!
Sharon Wallace
1 year ago
I have been watching the Y&R fo”r 50 years! I would watch with my mom when I’d be home from school or work. When I would get home from work, my mom would tell me what happened on the show, then one day when I came home my son came running up to me saying “Mamam Cricket got raped and Michael got caught!” That was the last time I had him watch the show, he was too young for watching then repeat it. He started watching TV with my dad instead.
Then on days when I didn’t have work, I’d watch with my mom and dad (my son was in school at this time) and my dad started ‘talking’ to the cast. While watching the show. He would complain about some of the clothes, and how many days in a row an actor/actress would be wearing the same clothes I was trying to tell him that even though in ‘real life’ it was a different day however it was the same day on the show.
I still cry to this day when there are flashbacks showing the Great Jeanne Cooper. Nrs. Chancellor was the type of hard, no holds bar down woman I wanted to be like. Same thing when they show even a picture of Kristoff St. John. Even after all these years, my heart breaks for both of those two people. They were such a huge part of my life, they were ‘family’ to me.
Then finding Doug Davidson – Paul Williams is on TWITTER! WOW and then Eric Braedon is too! They like my comments!
I like most fans am still upset that Doug Davidson isn’t on anymore, and we are to accept the fact that Christine isn’t shown with her husband. The rest of the Williams family? What about Snapper and his family?
I also remember when the theme song used to be sung at the beginning of the show. I still sing those words every day at 12:30 pm est when the show starts.
I was a wreck learning when Jerry Douglas was killed on the show as well as when he really passed away. Another chunk of my heart fell apart then,
I’m 64 years old now, unfortunately living in a nursing home (I’m the youngest resident living here) and everybody knows not to bother me or call me when the show starts until it’s over.
Since I can’t afford to stream anything, I’m hoping Y&R stays on CBS all the time. I’ve already put a note on my calendar to watch the Y&R in prime time to celebrate their 50th year of being on TV. I wish my parents were still alive so we could watch it together. I have now taken over when my dad would ‘talk’ to the characters, complain about certain outfits and when do these people go to work, and I can hear my dad’s voice in my head, and my mom telling him to be quiet already or leave the room.
Thank you to the wonderful Bill Bell and his family for this show and for allowing us fans to feel we are members of the entire family.
Question-Sharon,
You a fan/watching for 50yrs/half a century-
Did the YOUNG and the restless actually have young people??
cuz if it did they’re all senior citizens on the cast now.
Were the characters then actually young and restless?
Celia,
Your grandmother is very right but as I said to Susie I can relate to those people who’ve grown and aged right along with me! Most of the younger ones, not so much, especially Summer lately being such a spoiled brat getting Grandma to help break up her dad and Sally, which I’m not a fan of either but he doesn’t butt into her lovelife.
Well, Violet, I fit more in your circle than you think—my grandmother introduced us ( grandchildren) to soaps—-she took care of us while our parents worked. My ideals and mores have always been old school.
So, nanna’s word was law—if she liked a character, we liked the character and vice versa. I don’t remember storylines because I was too young—-also, we were in school—but, my interest in Y&R really started when Nick’s and Sharon’s love story began.
I agree about Summer—-i don’t like the way she treats her mother—-no matter what, Phyllis means well, albeit intrusive—she’s still her mother.
As far as Sally, I can sort of understand—-Sally has a long road ahead to prove herself—-She was pretty obnoxious in the past. I can’t really blame Summer for being protective of her father; considering what a beguiled fool Nick is, at this point. It’s obvious Dummer does not trust Sally.
Aside—-I like Melody in jeans, too. Did you notice her new hair style? love it!!
HaHaHaHaHa—-you know I meant Summer. right. Violet? LOL—I mean “S” is right next to “D”—-I should sport shorter fingernails??
But, if you think Dummer is a better alternative—go for it. LOL.
I think she’s a little stuck-up, albeit I sort of like her —just a tad unapproachable.
Celia,
I had to read and re-read and then saw the second post. I am still laughing as I thought you meant Dummer as in Dumb and Dumber, but had fun trying to figure out which was which. I thought you might be referring to Nikki being as I guess she’ll be helping Summer tear Nick away from Sally. Gee, look what a slip of a finger can cause.
Oh, Nikki changes her hair a lot, so really didn’t notice but I have noticed something for years that never changes. It’s the cutest smile even at her age, if you haven’t caught it yet, it’s when she smiles and laughs full on and you see this big smile on the right side of her mouth showing her teeth. If you don’t know what I’m speaking of already, maybe you’ll catch it. As a young girl talking and flirting I guess you’d call it beguiling but I think it’s still very charming. Sorry for going on so.
LOL, Violet—I should have left it “as is”—but, Summer is not so dumb–Actually, after today’s episode ( which I just watched ), the “title” is more fitting for Phyllis. I can’t believe I’m saying this because I’ve always respected her “smartness”, for lack of a better word. She and Stark hatched up the most idiotic stratagem–they’re supposedly such astute co-conspirators. They’re doing exactly what was done to Stark–How hard is that to figure out? More Dumb and Dumber? Nick and Adam.
Then, there’s Nate and unsexy Victoria, who is sooo not a minx. No coquette there. She was never a femme fatale nor will she ever be one. Did you notice that creepy half-smile at the end of her conversation with Nate? She’s a powerful, worldly business woman—is she that hard-up? Nate? Ewww–
Speaking of smiles; yes, Melody’s smile is mysteriously fetching—-a tease!
The reason I mention her hair is because what we are presently looking at is her own hair. It has a glow and the ends do not look dry, like hay–more commonly pertaining to wigs.
No worries—I am just as guilty about going on and on—I’d keep writing, but my little Rosie needs help with her homework.
Celia,
I was still laughing last night about that D&D thing , my cat gave me a dirty look and tore off. I’m afraid she’ll have a nervous breakdown . Ha,ha!
I’m still wondering why Kyle and Summer never pursued questioning Phyllis as to to how she got the J.Stark info of him going to Paris in the first place , and then them confirming it. It would be to pat and suspicious for me. Jack did say it could be a trap. Stark wants Phyllis to get the two personal items of Diane’s, wonder if one will be the engagement ring? Yes, Victoria is hot for Nate and doesn’t have any pride in chasing after him. He’s an out and out liar right to Elanie’s face, who I think is looking unattractive these days, stress or otherwise?
SuOOO ,
Sticking my nose in here! Yes,Celia is right. Nicki was very restless, had a couple of husbands nd a baby before she was 30. Jill, another one, playing with Jack, marrying his father, etc, etc. Mrs. C already pushing 60, her mantra “I’m going to live until I die” and that she did. The booze, the men, her escapades, but I think we all loved her. I still love these characters, not the younger ones like Sally, Summer, Kyle,Maraih and her boring wife, whom I hear is thankfully leaving. There are too many of these 20-30 age group for me and I find them the most boring. Being a senior citizen myself, I just can relate to them better I guess.
Sharon Wallace,
I can relate to just about all you said about Y&R even to your son seeing and hearing too much at a young age. I had the same thing happen with my granddaughter years ago so from then on, didn’t watch when she was there.
I miss Doug Davidson too and his sleuthing as only he could do, unlike this grundgy Chance. Do you remember that big old steel thing he used as a briefcase? And Lynn who was so crazy about him? I really felt bad last week when we couldn’t see a reunion with his daughter.so many memories. Hope you enjoy the big 50th Celebration, I know I’m looking forward to it.
Nancy Pierce
1 year ago
Finding it odd that Mark Grossman and Courtney Hope were missing from this CBS special (50th Anniversary of Y & R). What gives?
Juliet Donenfeld is the Temporary Recast as General Hospital’s Georgie
May 2, 2024
Those who saw the GH preview for today’s May 2nd episode were a bit confused when they saw a young actress sitting with Lois (Rena Sofer) and Violet (Jophielle Love). As it turns out, that young girl is a recast Georgie.
Juliet Donenfeld is stepping into the role temporarily replacing Lily Fisher. As viewers know, Georgie is the young daughter of Maxie (Kirsten Storms) and Spinelli (Bradford Anderson) named after Maxie’s sister, Georgie who passed away.
According to Soap Opera News, Fisher will be back soon in the part.
As for Donenfeld’s credits, she has appeared as JJ in the Netflix’s WWE series The Big Show Show, Better Call Saul, Good Girls, Station 19, and Sydney to the Max to name but a few.
In addition, Juliet became the youngest nominee for an Annie Award, gaining recognition for voicing the character of Sally Squirrel in the Animated TV/Broadcast Production of Pete the Cat.
Watch today’s GH teaser below, and let us know your thoughts about Juliet as a recast Georgie via the comment section below.
‘Daytime Stands Up: A Benefit For Stand Up To Cancer’ Live Virtual Event Announced; Featuring Soap Opera Notables and Moving Tributes
May 2, 2024
Stand Up to Cancer in collaboration with Alan Locher and Michael Fairman, will come together for a a three-hour livestream benefit, Daytime Stands Up: A Benefit for Stand Up To Cancer … We All Have a Story.
Several stars from from daytime drama television past and present are scheduled to participate for an evening of stories of emotional on- and off-screen experiences with cancer, and moving tributes to beloved daytime favorites who lost their battle plus musical performances.
Daytime Stands Up: A Benefit for Stand Up To Cancer … We All Have a Story, streams live on Thursday, May 16, from 8 to 11 p.m. ET/5 to 8 pm PT simultaneously on StandUpToCancer.org and YouTube channels The Locher Room and Michael Fairman Channel.
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Tune-in for cancer survivorship stories with General Hospital’s Cameron Mathison and The Young and the Restless’ Colleen Zenk, who will reflect on the impact of publicly sharing their diagnoses; 2024 Daytime Emmy nominee Eric Braeden, who shares his cancer journey as well his memories of beloved The Young and the Restless co-star Meg Bennett, who passed from cancer April 11; and more.
Moving tributes to soap stars who’ve lost their cancer battles, including: Daytime icon Jackie Zeman, who played nurse Bobbie Spencer on General Hospital for 45 years, shared by daughters Cassidy MacLeod and Lacey Gorden, a tribute to Elizabeth Hubbard who played the iconic Lucinda Walsh on As the World Turns and Dr. Althea Davis on The Doctors, as shared by her on-screen daughter Martha Byrne and real-life son Jeremy Bennett, two-time Emmy Award-winner Jerry verDorn (Guiding LightOne Life to Live), shared by widow Beth verDorn and his on-screen wife on Guiding Light, friend and co-star Liz Keife, the iconic Andrea Evans, who played Tina Lord Roberts on One Life to Live, shared by her husband Stephen G. Rodriguez and daughter Kylie Rodriguez and Kamar de los Reyes shared by his One Life to Live co-stars Michael Easton(General Hospital)Trevor St. John (The Young and the Restless).
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Poignant reflections from actors who have portrayed breast cancer survivors, including Sharon Case and Eileen Davidson from The Young and the Restless; Erika Slezak from One Life to Live; Tina Sloan and Kim Zimmer from Guiding Light and more.
Additional talent slated to participate in the virtual benefit include (*subject to change): Eddie and Kristen Alderson (One Life to Live); Elia Cantu (Days of Our Lives); The Day Players, Featuring Days of OurLives castmates Carson Boatman, Brandon Barash, Wally Kurth (2024 Daytime Emmy nominee), Eric Martsolf (2024 Daytime Emmy nominee); Kassie DePaiva (One Life to Live); Don Diamont (The Bold and the Beautiful); Linsey Godfrey (2024 Daytime Emmy nominee, Days of Our Lives); Leo Howard (Days of Our Lives); LesliKay (The Bold and the Beautiful); Eden McCoy (General Hospital); Kin Shriner (GeneralHospital); Michelle Stafford (2024 Daytime Emmy nominee, The Young and the Restless).
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“Daytime television invites viewers into the private lives of characters, often bringing important issues like cancer screenings into living rooms and around water coolers. Soaps debuted the first cancer storyline in 1962 – years before the topic was discussed in the mainstream, and it left an indelible impact: a whole generation of women who scheduled a potentially life-saving Pap smear for the first time,” said Daytime Stands Up host Alan Locher. “For so many viewers, this brought the issue front and center,” added co-host Michael Fairman. “Today, it’s become almost impossible to avoid; but there is hope with cancer research, thanks to organizations like Stand Up To Cancer.”
SU2C Co-Founder Sue Schwartz, SU2C President and CEO Julian Adams, Ph.D., and SU2C Health Equity Committee Member Elizabeth Jaffee, M.D., will also participate to speak to the importance of early detection, exciting scientific breakthroughs, and the ongoing work yet to be done to make screenings and treatment equitable for all.
“This year, an estimated 2 million people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer, presenting an opportunity for the public to stand with us and rise to the occasion,” said Adams. “We’re thankful to Alan Locher, Michael Fairman and our friends from the daytime television community, who will raise critical funding to honor those we’ve lost – and to propel new scientific breakthroughs for current and future patients. Everyone has a story, and we’re grateful to all of you for sharing yours.”
For over 15 years, SU2C has leveraged its relationship with the entertainment community – which includes more than 1,100 celebrity ambassadors – to generate public donations, increase awareness and fund cutting-edge cancer research. SU2C research has contributed to the development of more than 10 scientific breakthroughs that have significantly impacted the field and provided new treatment options for breast, colorectal, lung, melanoma, pancreatic, pediatric and prostate cancers.
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In support of the event, SU2C will also be launching a 10-day eBay silent auction, from May 16 through 26, for fans to bid on items, including a meet-and-greet experience with the cast of NBC’s Days of Our Lives; an autographed script from the cast of Young and Restless and signed merchandise from the Bold and Beautiful cast; a 1:1 video call with General Hospital’s Cynthia Watros, Maura West and Laura Wright, and with daytime legends Robert Newman, Vincent Irizarry, Colleen Zenk, and more. Full details will be shared the evening of May 16, on Stand Up To Cancer’s website.
Are you looking forward to this very special one-night only virtual event to help benefit cancer research and shed light on the stories, performances and lives of the people we love and have loved in daytime TV? Comment below.
Deidre Hall to Guest Star on Season 3 of Comedy Series ‘Hacks’
May 1, 2024
Days of our Lives star Deidre Hall (Marlena) is set to play a version of herself on third season of Hacks. Look for Hall this month in an episode titled “The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular,” to air on May 23 on Max.
Not only will Hall appear in the episode, but so too, will Back to the Future and Taxi star, Christopher Lloyd.
According to EW.com, Deidre will play “a fictional version of herself, who just so happens to be the mom of Paul W. Downs’ Jimmy.”
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Hacks co-creator and Downs’ wife, Lucia Aniello shared on Hall’s casting, “It made sense to us that Jimmy’s late father, a big-time manager, would have been married to an actress. When the idea for Deidre Hall came up, it just felt right.”
As for Lloyd, he will portray, reclusive writer Larry Arbuckle, who is to have had a rather famous grandfather. In the episode, Hall and Lloyd’s character intersect, which leads to onscreen sparks.
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“We had written some things that were flirty, but the chemistry was palpable,” says co-creator and series star, Downs shared. Hacks stars Jean Smart as comedy legend Deborah Vance.
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Season 3 of Hacks debuts on Thursday night May 2nd on Max 9 pm ET/6 pm PT.
So, will you be watching Deidre Hall guest starring on Hacks? Comment below.
