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Guiding Light Favorite Robert Newman is Y&R’s New Ashland Locke

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Major casting news! The Young and the Restless has recast the role of Ashland Locke, previously played by Richard Burgi who has exited the CBS daytime drama series.

According to Soap Opera Digest, longtime Guiding Light veteran, Robert Newman (Ex-Josh Lewis) will be taking over the role.

Look for Robert to begin airing next month in February.

Over the weekend, Burgi announced via his Instagram story that he was no longer with top-rated soap opera.

Newman’s daytime career also included time on Santa Barbara and General Hospital.

So, what do you think of Robert Newman as the Genoa City’s new Ashland Locke? Comment below.

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Well, color me surprised!

Omg….I can’t wait. This is the best soap news in very long time.

Wtf

Not an obvious choice for me. I would have guessed more along the lines of a Gregory Chase or James DePaiva. Great casting nonetheless. Soap legend!

Not the same as still having The Guiding Light on air, but will be good to see the former Josh Lewis on Y&R.

OMG – I sooooooo wanted for Robert to be the recast. How Y and R did this I have no idea!!! Yes!!!

No if only we can get Beth Chamberlin come on board and be Jack’s new love interest (fingers crossed!)

Now*

I love Beth Chamberlin, she would be terrific as Jack’s new love interest. Let’s hope you are right. Also hire Kim Zimmer as Lauren Fenmore mother. I would love that.

Josh playing a different character now

They are like a month apart in age! Interesting casting news! Robert has a very warm presence on screen.

I’m really torn with this decision. I’m not impressed with the character of Ashland and was hoping he’d just be written out, even though Richard Burgi is a great actor. He just got saddled with bad writing, and it seemed like the show never knew which direction they wanted to take the character. Robert is also a great actor, and I’m excited he’s back in daytime, but is recasting this role really necessary? Hopefully it turns out well. But then again, Y&R has been extremely lackluster for the past two years, so I’m not expecting much.

I long ago stopped watching this show regularly after Sally Sussman left again. I do want to see Robert Newman again so I’ll go back in February.

OMG! Best news in this situation. Please, Y&R, do not goof up this one. I was very glad when Richard Burgi came to Genoa City last year and, despite the storyline that introduced him, delighted in the chemistry he and Amelia Heinle sparked and hoped for some engaging and powerful stories despite the bumps of the character’s backstory. I am happy for this recast. Who doesn’t love Robert Newman?!?!? (I miss my afternoons with all the CBS soaps.) There is potential to track a story of a powerful man who is given a second chance at life and who may want to do well despite his ruthless ways. Again, Y&R, make this work! I can see Ashland clash with Jack, Victor, and Billy, maybe have an affair with Ashley? Really have a presence in Genoa City. Here’s hoping!

A lot shocked by this news! I love Robert Newman and think he’s an fantastic actor. Loved him as Josh on GL. But now he’s on Y&R? Are he and Richard Burgi in the same age group? Don’t mean to sound like a hater, but Robert’s too good for Y&R and the mess it is currently in.

Richard Burgi & Robert Newman are actually the exact same age, both 63!

I’m sure Robert will be fine.
What I want to know is WHY did Richard leave??
And why are they bothering to re-cast the character?
They could have easily ended this dumb storyline and I’m sorry they’re not.

Rumour was Richard was fired, and they had to recast Robert Newman ex Josh Guiding Light.

In that photo, he resembles Bo Buchanan from OLTL. Did not watch GL. From the photo, having trouble understanding what would draw Victoria to him. The exiting Ashland was devilishly handsome…

As much as I liked Richard Burgi, this news is a game-changer and I am glad for it.

My feelings are mixed. Mr. Newman seems like a nice man but Josh Lewis was not a favorite of mine. I loved Reva and never really got their attraction. I liked Reva with Billy, even H. B. At least they had senses of humor. I think Richard Burgi is a more nuanced actor but he’s leaving. So, I’ll wait and hope for the best. Sometimes we’re pleasantly surprised at who clicks.

Robert Newman is a terrific actor but this will be a bust. I can see no chemistry with Amelia a mile away and the character is a bust. Restless write a story already and stop the stunt casting

This is what I’m afraid of, Richard. I would have liked to see William DeVry (ex Julian Jerome from GH) in the role. He’s really sexy and plays “ambiguous” very well.

William would have been great!

Thats why I would put him in a story with Michelle Stafford.

I might start watching y&r again! I love robert. I miss gl to this day. Maybe they can bring a certain southern spitfire on to play ashlands childhood sweetheart….hmmm who could that be??? (Or Beth ehlers!)

Why didnt they keep Richard Burgi in the role!?
Hes the best and only good thing thats happened during this horrible regimes tenure. I loved him and Victorias chemistry
Did Richard quit or was he let go?

He violated the Covid protocol. He was suppose to be quarantined for 10 days and he came back in five days.. So they fired him. No second chance for him. What a shame….

He will be a great addition to the cast . I wish they would bring Tara back . Now if we could just get a new executive producer and head writer. Anyone who has watched old clips of the show from the 90’s and early 2000’s can see just how bad this show has gone down the drain. It all started with Jill Pharen Phelps!

She ruined every soap she touched

It was so disappointing when they let MAB go for Jill Pharen Phelps . I stuck with the show out of loyalty but I’m boycotting until a new Exec Producer and Head writer take over . The show looks cheap , the writing is terrible , and the cast they focus on is the least interesting . The show was smart and entertaining a long time ago and now I think my cat could put together a better show . I suspect it will be cancelled soon !

I havent watched since Kay died so I have no idea what the show is like but I suspect from what ive heard that it needs some serious tweaking to get back in line. Too bad at one time that was must see tv I taped it every day.

Just my two cents. As much as I adored Robt. Newman on GL, I can not see him having any chemistry with Victoria and also going toe to toe with Victor and Adam. In other words I’ve never seen him play an S.O.B or anything but a darn nice guy. I would like to see Gregory Harrison, David Hayward or even Steve Burton or William deVry maybe if he isn’t on his way back to Port Charles now that Ned wants to adopt Leo. Julian would not go for that.

Yea I know Vincent Irizarry. I will always think of him as David Hayward.

Then you never watched him on Santa Barbara? His tribute to former castrate Lisa Brown was great. Best wishes to him.

The other lis
Do enlighten me. I loved him on S.B and everything else he’s done. And what do you mean by “former castrate”?

The other lis
Sorry, I just re-read your comment and now I think you meant CASTMATE, but I still don’t know what your reference to S.B means. I liked him on everything he’s been in
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Violet, we’re in synch again. Can you imagine Will DeVry sexing up this show?! WOW, he would make this unholy union palatable. I’ve never been a fan of Mr. Irizarry; his Y&R tenure as David Chow in the 2000s was a train wreck to me. Gregory Harrison is still as great looking as he was on TRAPPER JOHN in the 80s so that would have worked too.

Soaphound
While I like Robt. Newman, I have not seen him in years and I’ve never seen him do the type of stuff Burgi does. Like you said in another comment, maybe he’ll click.

Gregory Harrison needs to be hired! Just like another older legend from TV, Max Gail, he was terrific when he had a chance on GH.

While I love Robert Newman, I really, really got into Richard Burgi as Ashland Locke. He was handsome, talented and so believable. He held his own against the powerhouse actors on the show. My disappointment is great, and I’m not sure I’ll keep watching. Shows can’t keep jerking fans around and hoping we’ll watch because there are LOADS of other channels and shows to entertain us. We don’t need Y and R when they pull this crap on us.

I was a big fan of GL I am happy to see Robert Newman again.

Robert Newman in the house!!!! I’m thrilled to get to watch a GL alumni!!! He will be awesome!!!

Remember late Michael Typo was on YR too.He played Blade. I miss him when I lived in New Jersey I met some of the GL cast.good people great actors. Robert will be great on YR.

I really liked him. Does anyone know why. I do love Josh. Can’t wait to have him back. Hope I can see him without Reva

I’ve always liked Richard Burgi as an actor and felt he was perfect as his character role , Ashland Locke. Wishing him the best! I miss the Guiding Light! Happy to have Robert Newman portray Ashland Locke! Hope they write him in as a permanent cast member!!

He will look better as that character. We know he can act. He is popular. It gives a Guiding Light Alum work. He will only need two things to be amazing, better writing and he needs to break away from Victoria. I would love for him and Phyliss to get together. Both are good actors and it finally gets her away from Nick or Jack! Welcome aboard Robert!

Robert Newman:

Date of Birth
June 27, 1958
Age 63
_____
_________________

______He had his first acting role in 1985 on an episode
of General Hospital._____________

The character of Josh was initially introduced as
a bad boy of sorts. With the 1983 arrival of Reva Shayne, played by Kim Zimmer, Josh and Reva became a popular “supercouple”. Newman and Zimmer’s characters became a principal couple on the show.
Their characters were in the final scene of the show, reciting the final lines of dialogue to each other.____________

In addition to his role on Guiding Light, Newman also played the characters of Prescott Harrell on General Hospital, and Kirk Cranston replacing Joseph Bottoms, on Santa Barbara in 1986.

Don’t like it! Pls keep the old Ashland!!!

Sue, I think we’re a minority on this but I don’t like the choice of Mr. Newman as Ashland either. I’d have much preferred the sexier, more exciting William DeVry (ex-Julian from GH) or Gregory Harrison, as Timmm said. I always thought Josh Lewis was a downer, especially compared with brother Billy or daddy H.B. To each his own

Soaphound
I liked Newman back in GL but the characters were not as sophisticated as the Y&R gals. Someone mentioned his daddy was an oil tycoon, but still acted like a good Ole boy, nothing like Victor Newman.including Billy. I keep telling myself it’s just acting and hopefully he’ll be believable as Burgi/V Ashland who is the whole package.

yesssssssss Love Robert Newman aka Bud aka Joshua

I love the actor from other soap with him that I watch and I think very good actor to work with victoria Newman Locke husband

LOVED Richard Burgi! Don’t know if I’ll watch anymore.

I loved him on the Guiding Light! The unfortunate thing is Ashland Locke probably won’t be on Y&R very long since Victor is discovering all the dirt on him

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Rosie O’Donnell Says She Will Return to ‘The View’ During its Season 30

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Rosie O’Donnell revealed that she plans to head back to a seat at the table of ABC’s morning talk show The View.

The announcement came during Monday’s episode of The Tangle Podcast where she shared she will participate in “in whatever way they want” her or “just as a guest” for its upcoming 30th season.

The View’s season 30 will kick-off this fall in September. O’Donnell explained, “They’re bringing back all the hosts, I think. And, you know, I’m pretty proud of that show, what it’s become and how it really speaks to the people and to politics.”

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ROSIE ON HER PREVIOUS GO-ROUNDS ON THE VIEW

As fans of The View know, O’Donnell famously had two different one-year stints on the talk show in 2007 and again in 2014- 2015. She often feuded with then co-host Elizabeth Hasselbeck.

However, during her discussion with host, Kyle Ridley on The Tangle Podcast, O’Donnell also noted she often had tense moments with longtime moderator and anchor, Whoopi Goldberg.

O’Donnell also expressed, “Many, many people got the short end of the stick there. It was, you know, it was a factory where people were being churned in and out and their tenuous security, nobody got to be calm. It also was a show at the time that was run by a man. A show created by a woman, for women, about women, and the man was deciding what we should talk about. And that didn’t sit right with me, you know.”

Back in 2023, Brooke Shields had asked Rosie on her podcast, Now What? with Brooke Shields, about how she felt on her two stints at The View and all the controversy that surrounded it. Rosie at that time, stated, “I know this, it’s not the best use of my talent to get in a show where I have to argue and defend basic principles of humanity and kindness. It was not something I’d ever do again.”

You can check out the clip with Rosie and Kyle Ridley discussing her return to The View in some form for its upcoming 30th season below.

Then weigh-in: Would you be excited to see Rosie, even for a one-day or a week guest stint on the upcoming celebratory season of The View, or not so much? Let us know via the comment section.

 

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Television Academy and NATAS Open Reunification Talks After Split Almost 50 Years Ago

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In what could prove to be a massive shake-up ahead, both the TV Academy (ATAS), who presides over the Primetime Emmys, and the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS), who preside over the Daytime Emmys, are in exploratory reunification discussions to merge the two organizations into one.

Both sides received an overwhelming vote and support from their boards to evaluate what a unified Academy could look like. However there is no formal calendar at this juncture for the discussions. In addition, because of the ongoing unification talks that should occur, the TV Academy board has voted to extend all current sitting Governors’ terms by one year so they can see the process through.

Boards at both organizations voted overwhelmingly to evaluate what a unified Academy could make possible: a strong vision for the Academy’s future, more effective thought leadership for the industry, broader service and support for members coast-to-coast, and new momentum and opportunities across the full complement of national Emmy competitions.

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AFTER NEARLY 50 YEARS, CAN THE EMMYS BE UNDER ONE BANNER?

In a joint statement, ATAS and NATAS shared, “Television remains the most powerful medium we have to shape culture and prompt conversations that define us—no matter the size of the screen, With the business of television undergoing such a monumental transformation, this is the right moment to explore a reunification of our Academies, providing our members and our industry with a bolder voice advocating for them and a stronger partner to navigate the future with them.”

If the reunification talks continue, this would be the first time since the two Emmy organizations split back on June 30, 1977 that they have tried to come together, all of this after almost three decades of often uneasy and strained tension between the two.

The most recent joint change came in 2022 when a move of the game show categories went from NATAS to ATAS’ and now are in the Primetime Emmys.

Deadline notes that a unification of the two television academies who overall preside over nighttime and daytime programming would be similar how SAG and AFTRA used to represent performers from completely different dayparts of work.

Could the Daytime Emmys finally see some love in primetime and have their major categories televised as part of the annual kudofest every September? Stay tuned.

Meanwhile, the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony will take place live on Monday, September 14th starting at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT and air on NBC and stream on Peacock emanating from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. While, the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards will take place on Friday, October 30, time to be announced, live from the Hollywood Palladium and will be streamed on watchtheemmys.tv

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy Awards for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime and Children’s & Family programming, as well as achievements in television Technology & Engineering.

The Television Academy (ATAS) strives to shape and advance the dynamic television landscape; cultivate a diverse, inclusive and accessible professional community; and advocate for the television industry while capturing the spirit of a new generation of content creators and industry professionals. Through innovative programs, publications and events, the Academy and its Foundation foster and empower storytellers. The Academy also celebrates those who excel in the industry recognizing their achievements through awards and accolades, including the renowned Emmy Award. Membership in the Academy is open to working professionals in the television industry.

So, would you like to see the Primetime Emmy and the Daytime Emmys fold into one show if the two unions reached a unification arrangement? Do you hope that after almost 50 years, the two organizations can finally make some serious headway? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 15

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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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