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Former Y&R star Christopher Templeton has died

Sad news circulating around the soap world today. Actress, Christopher Templeton passed away on February 15th.  Christopher who for ten years  (1983-1993) played the Abbott’s loyal secretary Carole Robbins Evans on The Young and the Restless died in San Antonio, Texas at age 58.  Templeton battled Polio all of her life, but it never stopped her. On-Air On-Soaps had the good fortune of crossing paths with Christopher on many occasions during our days with SoapCity.com. She was a true inspiration.

From Templeton’s obituary- “Even though Christopher battled Polio her whole life, she courageously broke through all barriers she faced. She was the first disabled actress to receive many contract roles. She was a supporting actress on The Young and the Restless (as Jabot secretary, Carol) for 10 years. She went on to become a successful writer, director, and actress in many movies, independent films, and television productions. Chris’ shows included Simon & Simon, Columbo and In the Heat of the Night among others.

Because of Christopher’s relentless tenacity, she brought her Grey Forest, TX community together through several successful events. Christopher, along with others, started the Grey Forest Farmer’s Market. She was President of the Grey Forest Studio Art Walk for one term. Because she included a fundraiser for the American Breast Cancer Society during the Walk, it was a banner year for them. She was Vice President and member of the Grey Forest Playground Club. Christopher also initiated Relay of Life events at Sandra Day O’Connor High School in Helotes, TX. In the last years of her life, she started a foundation through her business RAWtatoilli which financially aids people in their pursuit of alternative cures to cancer. For more information, visit www.christophertempleton.com. These are among the many gifts that she graciously contributed to her community. Chris herself was a gift!

Christopher is survived by: her brother Edmund Owen Templeton and his wife Karen of Oconomowoc, WI; her sister Hollis I. Templeton of Helotes, TX; her sister Kendall R. Templeton of Oconomowoc, WI; and her brother William T. Templeton of Scottsdale, AZ.  A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011, at 10 AM at Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home.

To view a video of Templeton’s life and leave condolences for the family, go to www.ebensberger-fisher.com and select the “obituaries” tab.

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Kalamaty
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Kalamaty

My condolences to her family and friends. I have many great memories of her on Y&R in past years, and often thought the character she brought to life was very warm, loving and, above all else, REAL. No doubt qualities that she possessed in real life. Thank you, Christopher. God bless.

JP
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i worked with chris on Y & R for several years. she was always sweet. later we found out we had mutual friends. i saw her a little over a year ago and she looked great and had a wonderful attitude about her situation.

terrific lady.

Sherry Webster
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Sherry Webster

I’m deeply saddened by the news of Ms. Templeton’s passing. Her legacy will live on.

Jo Ann Maher
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Jo Ann Maher

Sorry to hear the news. She was beautiful with a smile that was simply contagious…when watching her work if she was smiling, so was I…just automatically. She helped pave the way for many others to find the courage to follow her path. My friend Geri Jewell was one who certainly found her way as an actress, comedian, writer, motivational speaker…I know she admired her very much…for her work but most importantaly for all she did for the handicapped to work in show business in any capacity. I myself respected all that she did…I was unaware of her foundation, helping others… Read more »

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‘Young Rock’ Canceled By NBC After Three Seasons

NBC canned both The Rock-inspired comedy series, Young Rock along with Grand Crew on Friday.  The pro wrestling comedy featured Dwayne Johnson, as the sYoung Rock revealed the story of different chapters of Johnson’s life.

From growing up in a strong and resilient family to being surrounded by the wild characters of his professional wrestling family to playing football at the University of Miami, the show explored the crazy rollercoaster that has shaped Dwayne into the man he is today and the larger-than-life characters he’s met along the way.

Young Rock used several current WWE stars throughout its three seasons along with actors portraying some of pro wrestlers most-known and most notorious figures. This past season, Becky Lynch took on the role of Cyndi Lauper.

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Part of the reason for the cancellation was a dip in linear ratings.  Season 3 averaged 1.4 million total viewers, while season 2 drew an average of 2.23 million viewers.

The now third and final season ended its 13-episode run this past February.  The series was produced by Universal Television, Seven Bucks Productions and Fierce Baby Productions.

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Bocelli will appear on June 26th in scenes and a performance filmed in Rome.

According to PEOPLE.com, in story, Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang) arranges with her friend, Andrea’s wife, Veronica Bocelli, to surprise Ridge (Thorsten Kaye) with a special performance of his popular song, ‘A Te.’

In addition, both Veronica Bocelli and their daughter, Virginia Bocelli will also appear in the episode.

As we move closer to the airing of B&B’s Italy remote, which begins on June 16th and will run through June 28th, CBS shared, “The City of Eternal Love and its stunning architectural beauty will be the setting of a magically romantic story, the preview of Hope Logan’s (Annika Noelle) elegant new fashion collection is a triumph, but the magic of the moment could either break, or fulfill, the promise of true love.”

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B&B’s Matthew Atkinson Gets Engaged to Brytnee Ratledge

Congratulations are in order for The Bold and the Beautiful’s Matthew Atkinson (Thomas Forrester).  Matthew is now engaged to be married to his longtime girlfriend, Brytnee Ratledge.  The couple made the announcement on June 9th.

While B&B’s Thomas hasn’t had much luck in the romance department, all that could change if Hope (Annika Noelle) gives into her feelings for him!

As for Atkinson, he shared his engagement photos to Ratledge.  In his IG post, Matthew simply captioned the moment expressing,”Living, breathing proof of God’s faithfulness.”

Several of Matthew’s B&B co-stars co-signed the happy news in the comment section of the duo’s IG posts including: Tanner Novlan (Finn, B&B) with  “Biggest congratulations, guys!” and Courtney Hope (Sally, Y&R and ex-B&B) expressing, “Yahhhhhh congrats!”

Like her fiancé, Brytnee is also a performer. She has appeared in numerous films and TV projects including: Lifetime’s Stalked By My Ex and The Au Pair Nightmare, and ABC’s comedy, The Goldbergs.

The couple also traveled to Italy together during the recent remote shoot for B&B.  Look for those scenes, in which Atkinson is featured, to air on the CBS daytime drama series starting next week on June 16th.

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