Days Of Our Lives
Freddie Smith On DAYS Double Wedding: "The Material, The Story, The Twists And Turns Made It A Blast To Film These Scenes"

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This week on Days of our Lives, the double wedding of Chad (Billy Flynn) and Abigail (Marci Miller) and Sonny (Freddie Smith) and Paul (Christopher Sean) begins! And from the latest promo from NBC, it looks like there is certainly a wedding crasher on the horizon!
The drama is set for these duos, but will anyone get their happily ever after, and say their “I do’s”? DAYS Daytime Emmy winner, Freddie Smith took to Instagram to share his enthusiasm for the upcoming scenes that fans of the NBC series will begin to see reveal itself.
Smith expressed: “Can’t wait to see the double wedding! It was one of those days that reminds me why I wanted to be an actor. The material, the story, the twists and turns made it a blast to film these scenes. The entire cast and crew brought the heat and I have a feeling the final product will show that. Who do you think crashes the wedding?”
Watch this week’s promo for DAYS on the double wedding after the jump. Then place your bets: Will both couples, one couple, or none of the couples get hitched? What do you think will go down when the wedding crasher shows up? Comment below!
It’s Ben.
I thought it would be Will..or is it Ben…
Good guesses, Jimmy….thinking the same thing. How about Sami, come to tell Sonny off??
That is a good one…i havent been watching much…been ill and dealing with four kidney stones..so i have missed a lot…
Sorry to hear that, Jimmy. You have had it a bit rough this past year.
The good stuff out of this is that you always spring back.
Drink lots of water….. sometimes, if small enough, and per my husband, kidney stones may be ‘passed’ naturally.
Back to DOOL, LOL….do you think Will is done? Do you think we will see him again? More importantly, is he alive?
Take care, my friend.
Hey, again, Jimmy.
We only saw a bit of whomever it is, right? We know it’s a male; we know he’s young. If Will appeared to Lucas in a drunken stupor, then he wasn’t real. I’m beginning to think it may be Ben, come to claim his ‘wife’ and ‘son’, Thomas. In his sick head, Ben may still be thinking that.
“Ain’t” that sweet !! Truly….I love both Paul and Sonny.
But, truth be told; in my heart of hearts, this would be the most dramatic, opportune time for Will to appear….and, not as a ghost.
They could fool us and it could be Sonny’s brother-forget name at moment!!!
You have a point, Jimmy. Anything is a go!!
I’m glad Ben is back. Because his distraction is gonna stop Sonny and Paul from getting married. Because he is gonna confront the killer of the man he really loves.
Yes, Lynn…but, only if Will is alive. Both Paul and Sonny deserve some happiness.
As far as Ben….I’d love for him to return either on Days as another character ( it was done before with Roman, when he played the part of Chris Kasochek(sp), or on another soap).
Not only is he gorgeously HOT; Robert is extremely talented at his craft.
I am hoping it’s Ben arriving to break that crap up. I want Chad miserable for a long time after what he did to Gabi.
all he did was go back to abby she should of known he still love abby
correct – it had everything to do with giving Chad – something – to do… till they could get Marci Miller up and running… and boy has she landed.
you know that 6 month leap… doesn’t happen quickly enough.
( wish it wasn’t so far ahead they produce )
LOL, Lia!! What did Chad do to Gabi? It’s the other way around….that’s how I see it….
With all due respect, Gabi has always wanted Chad….stalked him, while she knew he was with Abby. Have you forgotten how crazy she was?
And, even after Abby left, or presumed dead, Gabi did her best to be with Chad. He was hurt and lonely and fell for her machinations.
With friends like her who needs enemies? Is that how the saying goes?
Chad broke up with her like a gentleman…she knew he was still in love with Abby all along #chabigailforever
@Lia . that is truthfully , a FUN’ny post.
and yes… I will swear on the mountaintops… just how… much… I love my Gabs
she is the cutest of the cute.. and with age, experience, and a well deserved “leading man of her own”
do you think it’s Eli ? I see sexy fun. sidebar: it’s the bees knees that he’s the grandson of Julie. she’s the real deal hoot.
ie: Chad and Abs : how they clinched ” IT ” every since Abs was hit by the car that was meant for Dario ? the response and emotion reeling from Abs and Chad has been nonstop. I’m so happy for these two. Marci Miller has more than made Abs her own. plus, one of her stronger “suits” if you will.. is when she’s living at the DiMera Manse. she’s not so uptight .. and is actually contributing as the lady of the manor and in wheeling and dealing as a Dimera. “for the good of all” keeping the peace
I remember posting back then… I hadn’t watched DAYS in so long.. and was STRUCK – I tell you … STRUCK over the head by the love scenes between Chad and Gabs. that same day… I upchucked @GH whenst tired Sonny and Carly attempted the same script. oh it was a world of difference.
for the good of the show… it’s good to see that the three of them can move on .
heck it’s just great to see the young adults having a life of their own
Yes, Camila is beautiful—-I just do not like the character.
She always makes bad choices. So, I do hope TPTB do ground her. Eli may be the IT guy….problem is: how will Dragon-Lady Julie react?
Cant wait the show is getting good wow
Could it be Sami?
Yeah, James, I said the same thing….maybe Sami? That would be a show-stopper!!
I do hope that the weddings go forward, we all know that Will will be back but let’s not forget he cheated on sonny and turned him away when sonny needed him. Let will wish them happiness and move on with his own life.
that would be something… wouldn’t it.
because I too… really like Christopher Sean acting, as Paul.
he’s a sensitive endearing Man. Just like Sonny, just like Will. wow… gotta think about that one
any way… the magic certainly was their… before Freddie Smith, LEFT the show. since his return. I kinda had the feeling that … Freddie Smith wanted to be fleshed out.. given more opportunities to meld and mix with the cast. AND the show went their. where they boggled things… was when Sonny went all corporate mogul and small fried out. THANKFULLY.. RC saw this and rectified this…. ??? perhaps Freddie Smith is saving the best for last. because he truly has chemistry with both Paul and Will. and/or it was Paul and Will who will turn out to be
it’s just more drama to unfold… yes
when you step out of the box.. and stop with the cliché .. and disrupt the wedding… let Paul and Sonny have some bliss… and know how happy they are. not the same kind of love ; no ? or yes ? when someone has to move on… from your deceased true love
I mean why not… Will would have to own up to his “infidelity” with Paul.
etc… etc…
with Gabs and Abs… AND Gramma Marlena
wow… i’m excited for this
and it’s still not unlike yours – all the same emotions
cheers
ARGH ! with Gabs and Arianna Grace.. AND Gramma Marlena
I say it’s Ben or Will
It’s Ben
Its either Dario, or Lucus. The Ben thing played out. Will is dead .
Yes, that makes sense, Raeann. Only….is Will really dead?
I hope they dont bring him back even tho I loved his character more than the new Will he was horrible! Will needs to stay dead Samis heart broke
I think Ben crashes.
Looking forward to Days. I used to watch as routine, but now I’m actually looking forward to watching and seeing what happens!!!!!
I think Sami crashes the wedding with news that Will is alive and being hidden somewhere!
Will has been recuperating in the capable, loving hands of his mother….with EJ and the kids.
We saw Will in the flesh at the chapel with Lucas. Now, Sami comes charging , a’ la Valkyrie to announce what you just said, Richad.
I have been saying this since Ben “killed” will…. I hope you’re right.
Me too! I love Sami!
I don’t think Sami would let people believe Will was dead for close to 2 years and not say anything.So i don’t think Sami had anything to do with Will’s death been faked.
I had a thought, Richard. Could the wedding crasher be Stefano?????
Nah…scratch that, LOL. Stefano in a leather jacket? Double LOL….not stocky enough….young hands…It has to be Will. Please, ye gods?
The wedding crasher is Ben, Celia. He makes the most sense because he has “ties” with both couples, plus, he was a patient at the mental hospital. Ben will crash the wedding and announce Will is alive.
Ben’s appearance could terrify Abby or prove to her tht she’s over his hold on her for the torture he put her through, but also give her hope that her cousin is alive which would absolve her of the guilt she feels for Will’s “death.”
Sonny would finally see Ben for the first time since Ben “murdered” Will which could send him in a rage, but also be hopeful that Will is indeed alive which would also cause Paul stress.
The news will send a bunch of characters on a search for Will and be what brings Sami home.
These wedding episodes are must see TV, Celia!
@4ever DAYS.
Oh, my gosh, 4ever, I am so hooked ……going crazy.
I do agree with you….I have wracked my brain; banged my head against the walls, trying to figure this out. Finally, what you just said dawned on me…..I said to myself, it has to be Ben.
I was stuck on Sami for the longest time….then Will…then, incredibly, even Stefano.
But, the little bit of the mysterious ‘crasher’ which was shown, was enough to determine it was a young male, by the clothing and his left hand….a young hand.
Thank you, my friend. I definitely agree with your premise. So exciting. Days has been so great lately….must see TV, indeed.
Plus, the comedic scenes with Bonnie? Killing it….love, love, love it !!
we will just have to tune in today and fine out
When does Tyler Christopher come on? Could it be him?
Oh, yes!!! Good one, Chrystie!!
LOL
the suspense and excitement is BUILDING
come on steadfast DrOOL . let’s fight this…
” I ” “do not” “give a hoot” about :
the GH Twins and Franco ! YES I’ll say it again… and go their
take your GH twins and franco and be done with … oh wait … it’s time for more Sonny and Carly
DAYS has all the more feasting to satiate, whet and stimulate every thing
is Will alive and coming home
who exactly is Tyler Christopher
are Eve and Kristen fast friends and take over
TC and Louise Sorel as Vivian Alamaine have a connect
Lisa Rinna is back ‘IN MY” orbit.
Sami is back – need we say more
the one thing that troubled me – about “Will” visit with Lucas at the chapel
as Will is telling Lucas he could find another love of his life. and he suggested getting back with Sami. course it was considered and what not
but it took me – left wondering… I HOPE THIS IS NOT a send off.. of Sami and Lucas. please tell me this isn’t so… OK I said it because I wondered it.
I still want Jade Harlow – even her name is sexed out. as Sheryl Connors. dag.. people , wiki her… she’s the definition of cat on a hot tin roof.
Lucas -Brady – Eric – Justin – Eli – every man for himself… she’s in every one senses.
now that Salem is without their vixens… Sami and Nicole. let’s fly
Abigail does look beautiful. I just don’t see how Chad and Abigail will ever be allowed to be happy. They always have these problems coming between them and more than most super couples.
shucks… and it’s a token of true comradeship… for the audience and these two solid actors.
god – i’m going super couple… I do care not…. these two are love defined
there are so many sleuths, machinations… mind bend or will on the horizon
just splendid feast of the best ACT’ors
Sami
Kristen
Eve
Vivian
LOL wallah this is top draw ( can’t forget – Will, Tyler Christopher, and Billie )
so we’ll let Chad and Abs honeymoon.. and live and learn from the best their is
hurry up and wait
It’s Santa Claus!
Yes, Santa!!! Guess who’s in his sack? Any number of people….LOL.
Duh! And his twin sister Princess Anastasia Romanov!
It’s Dario!
Lucas will be the crasher
I say Will,remember where there is a Will there is a way.Sorry about that.Just a little sense of humor there.
I like it, xmascarol. Humor should be applied at every opportunity….keeps us grounded.
I want it to be Dario. I do not see Chad and Abigail being a super couple together. I also would not mind it to be Sami with news that Will may be alive.
I prefer Dario appearing over anyone else. I think Dario is well needed in Salem.
OMG – there are surprises upon surprises !
Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins : as Shiela… is a GOOOOOOD actress. I swear on this. She has a connect .
A Connect ! which is always a good thing.. because, evenasmuch as she’s fantastic at the kiriakis Manse. she’s dynamo stuff – with – Bonnie. T-box is acting with the best. and slinging right
she “knows” Eli.
LOVE that this could mean not just a guest arc… i’ll take recurring plus.
ANOTHER
“wait for this ”
per soapconfidential.com XANDER – Paul Telfer is heard having a conversation with Victor… LET THIS BE . LET THIS BE
I want that Xander w/Victor is being groomed for the head of Kiriakis Empire. return!
sorry this bit of info … I think was from the “inquisitor”
i’m hoping it wasn’t an old article… so want Paul Telfer to come back home.
ANYWAY: Marlena is saying goodbye to Eric ( Greg Vaughan ) let’s hope this isn’t a swan song for and with Nicole.
I read that Greg is staying. What I don’t like is that he is soooo good and his longing for Nicole and he and Ari have so much chemistry and she will be leaving soon. I wish they would bring Theresa back for Brady because they were good together and now hopefully they will recast Nicole or find a new love interest for Eric. He and Jen do not work.
Yes on Xander too. Paul Telfer would make a GREAT leading man if given the chance. That accent, that body! He is sooo needed. He can be reformed. He is capable of caring for a woman. He showed shades of it with Nicole. He has chemistry with everyone.
Oh My God – I’m In Heaven
“I feel I’m watching a real soap opera”
I – L – O – V – E – watching this show 365 days a year !
I love it – everything in Salem is palatable.
Salute ! ” DAYS of OUR L – I – V – E – S ”
I’m watching todays ep… wedding buffet. the best cry
MUST Prop – Lauren Koslow and Thaao Penghlis – exchanging , ( there’s that sophistication and doling of wit ) FUNNY twosome. – exchanging their own fake marriage vows.
ground rules:
Kate : separate bedrooms and no sex
Andre : and no bothering me till I’ve had my morning coffee
et el … sublime fodder
as they toast : Kate to Andre . ” you better, not, mess with me ”
Andre: “whatever you say dear” the looks exchanged between them, telling us all what belies their union.
class acts
Marci Miller is knocking me out.. how in command she’s taken Abs
I love Billy Flynn
DOOL – Sony – NBC : “Thank You” for the best
Beyond the Gates
TONIGHT: Daytime Emmy Nominations Special 2026 Live: Nominated Guest Line-Up

Now that this year’s 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Nominations have been announced, several of the acting nominees will share their reactions and more to learning they are going for gold when the ceremony rolls around on October 30.
However, tonight on Tuesday July 14 beginning at 8pm ET/5pm PT, Michael Fairman once again host his 12th annual Daytime Emmy Nominations special live on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel.
Scheduled to appear thus far are: Beyond the Gates stars, Lead Actress nominee: Karla Mosley (Dani), Supporting Actress nominee: Trisha Mann-Grant (Leslie), and Supporting Actor nominees: Mike Manning (Smitty) and Timon Kyle Durrett (Bill).
From The Young and the Restless: Lead Actress nominee Michelle Stafford (Phyllis), Lead Actor nominee Christian LeBlanc (Michael), Supporting Actress nominee Camryn Grimes (Mariah) and Supporting Actor nominee Sean Dominic (Nate).
In addition look for General Hospital’s Supporting Actress nominee Amanda Setton (Brook Lynn), from Days of Our Lives, Outstanding Guest Performer nominee, Christopher Sean (Paul) and from The Bold and the Beautiful Lead Actor nominee Scott Clifton (Liam) and Supporting Actor nominee Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter) plus more featured guests.
So, what did you think of this year’s Emmy nominations for Beyond the Gates, General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless?
Be with us in the live chat with your questions and comments on this year’s nominations and for our special guests.
For upcoming celebrity features, livestreams, special event coverage and more, make sure to “subscribe” to the Michael Fairman Channel.
So, looking forward to tonight’s special show with the nominees? Let us know via the comment section below and if you can’t be with us live, if you have any questions you want posed to our special guests and we just might ask during the broadcast.
Beyond the Gates
53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 15

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the full list of nominees for the upcoming 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and it was CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless and broadcast television newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates that racked up the most nominations with 18 and 15, respectively.
General Hospital was next with 13 overall nominations, followed by Days of our Lives with 8 and The Bold and the Beautiful with 7 nods. The full reveal on Tuesday, follows the announcement of several major categories including Lead Actor and Actress on Monday via Extra and Entertainment Tonight and The View today revealing Daytime Drama Series and more.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmys ceremony are set to take place on Friday, October 30 at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California. The ceremony is currently planned to stream via watch.theemmys.tv and its associated apps. For the second year in a row, both the main Emmys and the Creative Arts will be presented together in one night.

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In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS expressed, “We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television, As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
“Each year, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the creativity, passion, and dedication that drive this vibrant community of storytellers,” said Rachel Schwartz, Head of the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Congratulations to this year’s nominees, whose work continues to entertain, inspire and connect with audiences every day. We look forward to celebrating their remarkable achievements in Hollywood this October.”
The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming. This year’s Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Gold & Silver Circle Inductees, and ceremony host will be announced at a later date.
Now below, check out the nominees in the daytime drama, talk show, entertainment news series and creative arts categories. Congratulations to all!

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Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Stacy Haiduk (as Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives
Karla Mosley (as Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Michelle Stafford (as Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless
Heather Tom (as Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful
Tamara Tunie (as Anita Williams Dupree), Beyond the Gates

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Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Eric Braeden (as Victor Newman), The Young and the Restless
Steve Burton (as Jason Morgan), General Hospital
Scott Clifton (as Liam Spencer), The Bold and the Beautiful
Thorsten Kaye (as Ridge Forrester), The Bold and the Beautiful
Christian Jules Le Blanc (as Michael Baldwin), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Linsey Godfrey (as Sarah Horton), Days of Our Lives
Camryn Grimes (as Mariah Copeland), The Young and the Restless
Beth Maitland (as Traci Abbott), The Young and the Restless
Trisha Mann-Grant (as Leslie Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Amanda Setton (as Brook Lynn Quartermaine), General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Sean Dominic (as Nate Hastings), The Young and the Restless
Timon Kyle Durrett (as Bill Hamilton), Beyond the Gates
Michael Graziadei (as Daniel Romalotti), The Young and the Restless
Roger Howarth (as Matt Clark), The Young and the Restless
Mike Manning (as Bradley “Smitty” Smith), Beyond the Gates
Lawrence Saint-Victor (as Carter Walton), The Bold and the Beautiful

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Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Braedyn Bruner (as Emma Scorpio-Drake), General Hospital
Al Calderon (as Javier Hernandez), Days of Our Lives
Alice Halsey (as Rachel Black), Days of Our Lives
Giovanni Mazza (as Gio Palmieri), General Hospital
Ambyr Michelle (as Eva Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Arielle Prepetit (as Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jasmine Burke (as June Hughes), Beyond the Gates
Jeff Kober (as Cyrus Renault), General Hospital
Eva LaRue (as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez), General Hospital
Christopher Sean (as Paul Narita), Days of Our Lives
Ray Wise (as Ian Ward), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
The Bold and the Beautiful
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital

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Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
3rd Hour of TODAY
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
TODAY With Jenna & Friends
The View

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Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host
Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin & Ana Navarro, The View
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Tamron Hall, Tamron Hall
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Access Hollywood
Entertainment Tonight
Extra
Outstanding Daytime Personality (Daily)
Mona Kosar Abdi, Derek Hough & Terri Seymour, Extra
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood
Star Jones & Corey Jovan, Divorce Court

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Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program
Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood — An Entertainment Tonight Special
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter
Variety & CNN Actors on Actors
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors
Working In the Theatre
Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Daytime
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
Have Guitar Will Travel World
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Let Frankie Cook,” Getting the Band Back Together
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Outstanding Technical Direction and Video for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 104
The Bold and the Beautiful,” Episode 9511
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade”
The Jennifer Hudson Show, ” Episode 4041
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”

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Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
General Hospital, Episode 15719
The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Episode 5033
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13273
Outstanding Costume Design / Styling for a Daytime Program
The Jennifer Hudson Show, Episode 4140
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Young and the Restless Episode 13149
The Young and the Restless Episode 13273
Outstanding Sound Mixing and Sound Editing for a Live Daytime Program
The Bold and the Beautiful, Episode 9658
The Jennifer Hudson Show Episode 4039
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5007
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13260
Outstanding Lighting Direction for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates Episode 104
General Hospital Episode 15624
The Jennifer Hudson Show Episode 4010
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 6169
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”
Outstanding Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design for a Daytime Program
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Live with Kelly and Mark Episode 250414
The View Episode 6280
The Young and the Restless Episode 13145
The Young and the Restless Episode 13244
So, what do you think of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations? Who are you happy to see receive a nomination and who do you think was snubbed? Weigh-in via the comment section.
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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations: Outstanding Lead Actress Drama Series

Monday on Entertainment Tonight, the second set of nominations for the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards were announced which included the highly-coveted Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series – Actress and Outstanding Daytime Talk Series.
ET followed suit after Extra announced the nominees, as previously reported, in the Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series – Actor and Outstanding Daytime Talk Host.
Now, five leading ladies of the soaps are vying for the gold for Lead Actress and the category marked the first-ever nominations for CBS daytime’s Beyond the Gates when two actresses made the final cut. Only General Hospital is not represented among the actresses this year after Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis) took home the trophy last year.

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THE FIVE LEADING LADIES OF THE SOAPS ARE …
The 2026 Lead Actress nominees are: Stacy Haiduk (Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives, Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless, Heather Tom (Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful, and Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree), Beyond the Gates.
This marks the first Daytime Emmy nominations for Karla Mosley and Tamara Tunie. In addition, this marks the first-time in her career that Stacy Haiduk had received a Lead Actress nod after two Supporting Actress nominations.
Meanwhile, Michelle Stafford had previously won 3 Emmys – 2 for Lead Actress and 1 for Supporting, but this recognition makes it her 11th overall nomination.
Heather Tom currently is tied for the most all-time Daytime Emmy wins with One Life to Live alum and General Hospital guest star, Erika Slezak. The B&B star has 19 nominations throughout her career.

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DAYTIME TALK SERIES
In the Outstanding Daytime Talk Series category, the nominees are: 3rd Hour of Today, The Drew Barrymore Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, Live with Kelly and Mark, Today with Jenna and Friends and The View.
“We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television,” NATAS president and CEO Adam Sharp said in a statement on the nominations. “As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
The rest of the nominations will be revealed tomorrow on Tuesday July 14 starting on The View and then the full list of nominees in both the main and creative arts will be released by NATAS. The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards are slated for October 30th in Hollywood, California.
So, what do you think about the women who are vying for the Lead Actress Daytime Emmy? Happy with who got in? Who do you feel got snubbed? What do you think of the nominees for Daytime Talk Series? Weigh-in via the comment section.
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