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Days of our Lives Cast Sign Petition Calling For Co-EP and Director Albert Alarr to Be Replaced
There are more developments in the ongoing and unfortunate saga playing out behind the scenes at Days of our Lives. In a new report revealed on Wednesday, Deadline has learned that over 25 members of the cast of the Peacock streaming soap opera have signed a petition to have co-executive producer and director, Albert Alarr removed from his duties with the show.
This comes after the findings of the misconduct investigation report amid allegations against Alarr, which only led to a written warning and for him to take some sort of training. According to the cast petition document received by Deadline, it read, in part: “As a result of said actions of the current co- executive producer Albert Alarr, mentioned in the report, many of us feel — and will continue to feel — very uncomfortable and distraught should he stay involved with the show.” It went on to say, “Many of us have either been physically or verbally violated by him, including witnessing those objectionable and offensive actions.”
The actors want change and added that they would like Alarr to be replaced with another director-producer who has the cast’s respect and trust. The group wrote, “We all want to make the most of this significant moment, not just for us in entertainment, but for our loyal viewers and the culture as a whole.”
In addition, since Deadline’s initial June 25th report (which first broke the story), several current and former Days of our Lives staff and performers are said to have corroborated the incidents cited in the piece, but also offered up their own accounts and several other incidents, but kept their anonymity, for fear of retitalation.
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One major issue, as a staff member pointed out is that there is still no HR department at Corday Productions or at the set of DAYS, adding, “I don’t want to point a finger at anybody but there’s no help for us, the crew and cast. Part of it too is, when nobody would do anything or say anything or if things were reported and it got brushed under the rug. Most of the time, it really feels like, ‘Oh my god, I’m going to lose my job if I say anything.’ There’s no meritocracy.” Another performer cited, “The actors are held to a standard, and the fact that a producer isn’t, it’s just madness to me.”
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One cast member shared on their ultimate goal, “All we’re trying to do is create a safe, balanced and fair work environment. We want this beautiful show to continue for as long as we can. We want all these people to have jobs.”
What do you think of most of the cast of Days of our Lives banding together and seeking change to who they work with on the floor as a director and as co-executive producer running the beloved soap opera? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
Thank you for reporting this, Michael. It’s about time soap press pick up on these stories.
The fact the cast needed the week off is baffling; why is the accused being protecting? And only receiving a slap on the wrist. This is not the first problem this soap has had on-set… but I am hoping it may the last. Albert Alarr deserves his walking papers, and should have received them by now. It’s so baffling that cast are not protected, and are subject to sexist, bigoted and mean-spirited words from someone whom they work for, and if they fight back, then their jobs are at jeopardy. Insanity.
So proud of the cast and crew for standing up for their rights! They deserve to feel safe and comfortable in their work environment. I love this show and want it to continue without anyone feeling the need to leave their job. Please fire Alerr now and move forward in a positive direction now. This has gone on far too long!
I’m waiting for any comment from Deidre Hall. I don’t like her silence on this. I feel the same about Mary Beth Evans. Maybe we’ll find out that they signed this petition.
But, seriously, they had to sign a petition to get someone to do the right thing? That’s really bad.
I hope they let him go and we see real change on the set and the show.
I am so beyond saddened and upset for what the Days cast has endured all these years dealing with a predator. Albert Alarr is a bully and the cast and crew deserve to work in a safe environment. It breaks my heart to read how the actors have been treated. I am incredibly disappointed in Ken Corday. I don’t understand what he is thinking. I thought he respected his parents legacy and Days of our Lives. Ted and Betty would not condone his silence and inaction of not firing Alarr. It is not right that the cast is not protected from Alarr’s abuse. I am hoping Mr.Corday does the right thing and removes Alarr from the show asap. We stand with the Days actors. Thank you Michael for covering this. We appreciate all of your hard work and writing the truth.
How can I sign the petition? He should be fired and I hope the cast and crew prevail. No one should have to work in a toxic environment.
If this was GH, he’d already be gone as Disney wouldn’t let this get this far. They’d bite the bullet with any payout necessary. It’s much simpler when the same company owns the show, self produces and airs it.
With Sony’s direct ownership Y&R and B&B would also dismiss fairly quickly.
It’s the costlier multiple level structure at DAYS that has Corday dragging his feet. Sony and Comcast (Peacock owner) are not going to shuffle around any money to make the problem go away – it’s all on Corday.
Also with Y&R as seen with the prompt firing of Michael Muhney (ex-Adam)after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced. I’m glad the actors are circulating a petition but it’s sad it had to come to this. This EP should have been fired years ago.
All this man has to do is scream racism and poof not one thing will be done so good luck you created this mess once the genie gets out of the bottle you can’t put it back in for years now everything is about skin color or gender or sexuality . Try reading the bill of rights and having faith in it Martin Luther King John F Kennedy Robert Kennedy would be appalled at what they fought for decades ago is not a dream anymore but a nightmare.
This is where you are going with this news?This is not about race and you using Martin Luther King to support your racist viewpoints is downright vulgar. This is about sexual harassment and abuse on the work front period!
Really then why did he just use racism because he was a black man was the reason they were going after him?
Obviously you misunderstood me I said he was going to say it was racism and that was not what these leaders in the past wanted they fought for everyone to be equal so if that’s vulgar or racism so be it. That’s ok I don’t watch the show souls not comment just frustrating. I would have preferred he had his day in court not media and why are none of the oldies saying a word?
If Weinstein can be held accountable for his actions, then Albert Alarr should be accountable for his actions. And not just a slap on the wrist. This man needs to be terminated ASAP!!!
Everything is about race I knew he was going to use the race card. Then you all posters say I’m the racist you have crazies in the streets who are destroying cities and yet we say one word we are the racists. So go at it destroy each other because of your ignorance and this bastard is proof of the problem
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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