Connect with us

Days Of Our Lives

37

Head Writer Ron Carlivati on Bo & Hope Return: “This Is Old School Days of our Lives, and It’s Something That The Audience Has Waited a Very, Very Long Time to See”

Photos: NBC/Peacock

Next week, begins the continuation of the shocking story arc that started last summer on Peacock’s limited streaming series, Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem Chapter 2. 

In it, DAYS fans learned that Bo (Peter Reckell) has been kept in cryogenic cylinder for years, and was brought back to life by Stefano’s daughter, Megan Hathaway (Miranda Wilson).

Now, circle March 16th for Reckell’s first episode back as Bo and March 17th as Kristian Alfonso’s first episode back as Hope to the mothership and Days of our Lives.

Head writer, Ron Carlivati previewed the storyline in a new interview with Soap Opera Digest in their latest issue on newsstands now.

Carlivati shared: “We pick up Hope where we left her off.  She had gone though this whole experience with Harris Michaels (Steve Burton), finding out that he was in league with Megan Hathaway, and we ended her on ‘Beyond Salem’ like, ‘I have to bring Megan Hathaway to justice.  I have to find her and make her pay.”‘

While Hope is on mission, she will also have Harris Michaels back in the mix, and as the head scribe shares, “Hope is on a collision course with Bo, and she’s unaware of it.”

As to what lies ahead for viewers, Ron revealed: “This is old-school Days of our Lives, and it’s something that the audience has waited a very, very long time to see.  You won’t want to miss it.”

Check out Peacock’s promo for the return of Bo and Hope below which teases that while most people get over their high school sweethearts, this one never did, alluding to Megan’s past relationship with Bo, which is the impetus for her revenge plot.

Now let us know, are you looking forward to seeing how Bo and Hope’s enduring love story continues? Comment below.

Leave a comment | 37 Comments
Advertisement

37

avatar
31 Comment threads
6 Thread replies
2 Followers
 
Most reacted comment
Hottest comment thread
34 Comment authors
BjkAndySatanglenThais Bury Recent comment authors
newest oldest
Sandy
Guest
Sandy

Can’t wait

Betty
Guest
Betty

So excited for them to be back

Sharon
Guest
Sharon

I am looking forward to Bo and Hope’s return. I’ve been watching Days since I was 4 years old and still watching it to this day. I remember climbing up on the sofa next to my grandma and watching it everyday. Bo and Hope are my favorite couple of all time. So so glad they are coming back.

kat
Guest
kat

They were the greatest couple ever follows by Steve and Kayla.

Tameia Schaefer
Guest
Tameia Schaefer

Yes so looking forward to this.

Moto62
Guest
Moto62

I’m happy, I’m excited! I have always loved Hope. Thank goodness they got Kristian Alfonso to return, her absence has been palpable.
For me, I have always said that if Days of Our Lives ends, the last scene should be a kiss between Bo and Hope.

denisefan
Guest
denisefan

Can Carlivati write for Bo and Hope? That is the central question. Remember Ron: Old school DOOL is character-driven, not plot driven.

Satan
Guest
Satan

That is indeed the question… because Ron seems to have trouble with writing for couples of any kind. The only pairings that seem to be safe in Salem actually ARE the old “supercouples” from the 80s, like John & Marlena or Steve & Kayla…. and even those are subjected to a constant string of kidnappings, comas, and most recently, fake deaths that John & Steve don’t even know are fake yet, though I would guess that is about to change. As much as I hate to say it, I doubt Bo & Hope are back to stay. What we’re about… Read more »

Moto62
Guest
Moto62

Currently watching him destroy Belle as a viscous sister with a foul mouth. I keep yelling at the screen saying That’s not how Belle would act.

Satan
Guest
Satan

Yeah…. Belle’s never got along very well with Sami… which probably goes back to Sami making a dumb teenager mistake and trying to sell Belle on the black market when she was a baby…. but she was never this hostile to Eric. And one would think the alleged “death” of their mother might bring them closer together. Maybe it’s because they subconsciously know she’ll be back. It’s not like it’s the first time Marlena has died.

Jolene
Guest
Jolene

I can’t squeal loud enough, or smile big enough to show how happy and grateful I am for this gift from Days!!! I’m over the moon

Linda
Guest
Linda

I love Bo and Hope and I am so happy that they are coming back. I hope it is not a temporary return. Bo is the best character ever on DOOL and I can’t wait to see him again.

Terry
Guest
Terry

Yes to bo and hope

Terry
Guest
Terry

No to ej and Stefan poisoning each other a little to much

whynot
Guest
whynot

Of course it’s “old school”; he’s never had an original idea in his life, and the ideas he does have he merely repeats over and over and over.

Wanda
Guest
Wanda

I can’t wait. I love Bo and Hope. They will always be my favs

Shawn
Guest
Shawn

Not fair for everyone that watched for decades!!

Brenda dahlgren
Guest
Brenda dahlgren

Looking forward to seeing Bo n Hope back n Salem

Mona
Guest
Mona

I am so excited to see Bo and Hope back together. I have missed both of them!

Debra Davis
Guest
Debra Davis

I have watched Days since 1975. The return of Bo and Hope is so exciting. Brings great new storyline that so many have missed. Welcome back Bo and Hope. I have for years wanted to meet both of you in person!!!

Stacey Houlette
Guest
Stacey Houlette

Don’t want to have to get it on Peacock, just wish it was back on NBC!!!

Marie Munson
Guest
Marie Munson

I too wished it was still on NBC. I don’t get peacock. I can’t afford it. Pay to watch my soap is ridiculous. Have watched it since 1975.

Lorie
Guest
Lorie

Definitely! Love the true loves of Days! Sure would like to see Sami and EJ back together and EJ finally a permanent good guy fighting his crime family with his mama behind him all the way! Bring all 4 ladies back from the dead!!!! Welcome home Bo and Hope!

Kevin
Guest
Kevin

Finally!!! This is exactly what every fan who has watched faithfully for decades has been waiting for. Bo and Hope!!!!!

T
Guest
T

I’m so glad they are coming back I was so bored with the drama of the new younger couples. I’ve been watching since the late 70’s woth grandma & Mom. Still watching was getting kinda bored though

Caress Morell
Guest
Caress Morell

Love them and ron

Diane
Guest
Diane

No , not the story line I would like to see. I have been watching dool for as long as I can remember. Do something interesting and exciting with the characters they have . Bo is dead and should stay that way and Hope left the show so let her stay gone . I hope this is temporary! Get away from the dead coming back story line . It is OLD !! Make people happy and go back to the way show was

4ever DAYS
Guest
4ever DAYS

Bo was already revealed to be alive in Beyond Salem 2 which is still available for streaming on Peacock.

Shelly Pinter
Guest
Shelly Pinter

I can’t wait, thank you for bringing them back. I won’t miss a episode,!!!

Terri
Guest
Terri

Looking forward to watching this week.

Cat
Guest
Cat

OMG! Yes, I am so excited to see Bo back and with Hope on a mission! Total old school DOOL! Can’t wait….been counting the “Days”!

JJ
Guest
JJ

I hope their son Zack is revealed to be alive. That was a dreadful mistake killing that young child after all the story he created and was embroiled in.

Stefano could have kidnapped him … Or maybe Megan did as a way of ensuring Bo would comply with her demands! Or because she wanted to raise Bo’s child. I think viewers would accept any ludicrous to have Zack alive.

Susan M
Guest
Susan M

I have always loved Days of Our Lives. And watched it for years. It made me sad when it moved to Peacock, as I do not have that.

Thais Bury
Guest
Thais Bury

VERY MUCH looking forward to seeing Bo and Hope together again !!!! Best thing to happen to DOOL in a LOONG TIME !! Lol

glen
Guest
glen

hope theyre not making him a villan after taking it of nbc now you have to pay

Andy
Guest
Andy

As a senior, I do not have peacock, so I have not been able to watch anyway. Changing things all around when seniors can’t afford the extra to see their favorite shows is sad.

Bjk
Guest
Bjk

I think the new story line is crap. But what is worse is the plunging neck lines on woman who r going to the office , it’s disgusting. Chanel is a horrible actress.. very disappointing story line, treat the audience like morons.

Days Of Our Lives

Louise Sorel Back Taping Episodes at Days of our Lives

During a guest appearance with Harvey Brownstone on his celebrity You Tube interview show, Louise Sorel revealed that she is back in-studio taping all-new episodes of Days of our Lives as Vivian Alamain.

This will mark the first on-screen appearance by Sorel in over three years.  However, we heard Sorel’s voice when Vivian made a call to Stefan (Brandon Barash) back in January of this year.

The last few times Vivian was on-screen in Salem, she was played by two different Daytime Emmy-winning actresses. First, One Life to Live icon, Robin Strasser (ex-Dorian) played the part and then exited the canvas back in the fall of 2019.  Next, Linda Dano (ex-Felicia, AW and ex-Rae OLTL), took on the role in early 2021 for a brief stint.

In this newly released interview, Sorel dished with Brownstone on the rigors of taping a soap opera, and how on her first day back she felt “God-awful.”  Louise qualified that with how she found herself apologizing left and right to the cast and crew because it had been awhile since she had so much dialog to recite and to get back into the swing of things.

The longtime DAYS favorite also speaks to the pace in which everyone works at DAYS to get the episodes completed each day in front of the camera.  Since Days of our Lives tapes so far in advance, it will be months till Sorel is seen on the Peacock streaming series.

Check out Sorel’s interview below, where she also shares some behind the scenes intel on her time on Santa Barbara as Augusta Lockridge.

Excited to see Louise back as Vivian Alamain? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

Continue Reading

Breaking News

Days of our Lives Renewed for Two More Seasons on Peacock

Days of our Lives, which transitioned last fall from NBC to the streamer, Peacock has received a two-season renewal pick-up.  That will bring DAYS through its 60th anniversary season.

Already hitting several milestones within its run including; it’s 14,000th episode back in 2020, and being the longest-running series in NBC history to move to Peacock, the lives, romance, intrigue, and drama will continue for the residents of Salem for at least two more years.

According to Peacock PR, DAYS has consistently been a top 10 title since its exclusive move to the platform last year. 

Throughout its enduring run, the show has garnered 61 Emmy Awards, including 2022’s Outstanding Writing for a Daytime Drama, and 392 nominations, as well as multiple People’s Choice Awards, GLAAD Media Awards and Prism Awards. 

The beloved series is produced by Corday Productions in association with Sony Pictures Television. Ken Corday is the executive producer with co-executive producer Albert Alarr. Ron Carlivati serves as current head writer. 

Excited to know that Days of our Lives received a two-season pick up from Peacock? Comment below.

Continue Reading

Days Of Our Lives

Steve Burton Watches Back An Early Scene as Harris Michaels From 1988 & Talks on His Return to DAYS

As previously reported, look for two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Steve Burton (ex-Jason, GH, ex-Dylan, Y&R) to reprise his role as Harris Michaels in an upcoming story arc on Days of our Lives beginning on March 20th.

While Burton started his soap opera career on DAYS back in 1988, he didn’t return to the part of Harris Michaels until last year’s limited series streaming on Peacock, Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem 2.

Now heading back to the mothership for the first time in almost three and half decades, Burton sat down with his former GH co-star and current DAYS castmate, Wally Kurth (Ned, GH and Justin, DAYS) in a conversation for the DAYS You Tube Channel.

During the chat, Wally showed Steve an early scene of his with none other than Charlotte Ross, who at the time played Eve Donovan.  Make sure to check out Steve’s reaction to his younger soap opera self.

Then, Burton shares the reason the believes Harris is coming back to Salem: “For redemption because of the bad things he did; he wants to make it right.”

Photo: Peacock

What fans recall from Beyond Salem 2, is that Harris was seemingly brainwashed by Megan Hathaway (Miranda Wilson), who was hoping he would pull the trigger on Hope (Kristian Alfonso) at their wedding.  Instead, it appeared that Hope and Harris developed feelings for each other, or did they?

Now, with the return of Bo (Peter Reckell) and Hope along with Harris in the equation, is the story to bring down Megan Hathaway once and for all? Stay tuned.

Check out the Burton and Kurth conversation below.  Then let us know if you think Harris will help Hope and Bo bring down Megan via the comment section.

Continue Reading
Advertisement
Advertisement

Video du Jour

DAYS Billy Flynn (Chad), Greg Rikaart (Le0) and Mary Beth Evans (Kayla) talk with Michael Fairman on the series move to Peacock and their latest storylines.. Leave A Comment
Advertisement

The Michael Channel

Advertisement

Recent Comments

Advertisement

Power Performance

Parry Shen as Brad

General Hospital

Airdate:2-2-2023

Advertisement
Advertisement

Popular