Interviews
Hillary B. Smith and Robert S. Woods Interview – One Life to Live Farewell
Interviews
Y&R’s Camryn Grimes and Bryton James Talk Growing Up In Genoa City, Memorable Moments & What’s Next For Mariah and Devon
As The Young and the Restless‘ 50th Anniversary draws near on March 26th, longtime cast members, Daytime Emmy winners, Camryn Grimes (Mariah) and Bryton James (Devon), chat with Michael Fairman about their time on the iconic CBS daytime drama series in the latest interview on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel.
During the conversation, Camryn and Bryton offer up unique perspectives as both started on the show at a young age and literally, grew up on the soap opera.
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Camryn debuted as a very young Cassie at the age of six in 1997, and fans of the series watched the character’s shocking and dramatic death in 2005 that has become one of the most memorable moments in Y&R and soap opera history.
Bryton came to Y&R as a teenager in 2004, when Devon was introduced as part of the foster care storyline which featured him in story alongside Victoria Rowell (ex-Drucilla) and the late Kristoff St. John (ex-Neil Winters).
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Now as an adult, Devon is involved in corporate intrigue including a battle for Chancellor-Winters vs his sister, Lily (Christel Khalil) a burgeoning relationship with Abby Newman (Melissa Ordway), and reconciling with father, Tucker McCall (Trevor St. John), who has recently returned to Genoa City.
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As for Grimes, she returned to Y&R in the role of Mariah Copeland back in 2014, and later turned out to be Cassie’s twin sister all grown-up.
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Once Mariah was integrated more into the Genoa City canvas, she eventually became part of a same-sex on-screen love story with the character of Tessa (played by Cait Fairbanks). Y&R fans have dubbed the duo, “Teriah” and in story, the two are hoping to add a child to their family.
Check out the interview with Camryn and Bryton below. Then let us know, what has been your favorite moments during Camryn and Bryton’s time on Y&R? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
Interviews
Diamond White Chats on Voicing Groundbreaking Superhero in ‘Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur’ and Who’s the Man for B&B’s Paris?
On Friday, The Bold and the Beautiful’s Diamond White (Paris Buckingham) kicks down barriers when viewers hear her in the lead role in Marvel Universe’s first black teenage superhero animated series, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.
The highly-anticipated show drops on February 10th at 8.pm. ET on the Disney Channel. In addition, the first six episodes will be available for streaming on Disney + beginning on February 15th.
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MOON GIRL
While Diamond is busy taping episodes of the CBS daytime drama series, and working on her burgeoning recording career, she can add the role of Lunella Lafayette, aka Moon Girl, to her resume, who is arguably one of the most intelligent characters ever in the Marvel Universe.
Michael Fairman chatted with Diamond all about her animated series role, what’s next for B&B’s Paris and more in his latest interview now on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel.
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In story, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, follows 13-year-old super-genius Lunella Lafayette and her 10-ton T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur, as they protect New York City’s Lower East Side from danger. The animated series comes from executive producer Laurence Fishburne who soaps recall got his start as Josh Hall on One Life to Live from 1973-1976 before moving on to a stellar career in motion pictures and television.
As Diamond reveals ‘Moon Girl’ addresses relatable themes throughout the series including an episode dedicated to Lunella’s relationship with her natural hair and stories that showcase her multigenerational family culture.
In addition to her voice-over work in Moon Girl and the Devil Dinosaur, the producers utilized White’s amazing singing voice throughout, which includes her performing the title song, “Moon Girl Magic”, produced by superstar recording artist and producer. Rafael Saadiq.
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As for B&B’s Paris, just who will ultimately be the man for her? Will it wind up being Zende (Delon de Metz)? Could it be Finn (Tanner Novlan) whom Paris previously had an attraction, or might it be Thomas (Matthew Atkinson)? Diamond weighs-in on who she thinks might make her ultimate on-screen pairing.
Diamond also shares her thoughts on Paris and Carter’s (Lawrence Saint-Victor) emotional nuptials from 2022, when the wedding ceremony went south after Quinn (Rena Sofer) appeared and professed her love for Carter.
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You can check out the main title and teaser trailers for the Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur and our interview with Diamond below.
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After you checked them out, let us know …. what do you think about Diamond’s new superhero role? Who do you think Paris should be linked to romantically? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
General Hospital
Kelly Thiebaud Opens Up on Her Exit from General Hospital, Taping Britt’s Tragic Death Scenes, and Parting Thoughts on Co-Stars
Just a few weeks ago on the January 4th episode of General Hospital, viewers were left devastated when Dr. Britt Westbourne succumbed to a fatal poisoning after a confrontation with ‘The Hook’.
While it was revealed that Daytime Emmy winner, Kelly Thiebaud, was exiting the ABC soap opera at the end of 2022, many thought the story would see Britt leaving Port Charles to deal with her declining health due to Huntington’s Disease in private, in order to keep the door open for a possible return down the line. However, that was not meant to be. When a report from Deadline surfaced back in August of 2022, it indicated that Kelly was returning to her primetime role on ABC’s Station 19, which caused some confusion and rumors of just what would Thiebaud’s ultimate status be with the daytime drama series.
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Now, in a very special exit interview for You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel, Kelly chats with Michael Fairman and clarifies what led to her decision to leave her role as Dr. Britt Westbourne.
Talking with Fairman direct from London, Kelly, who won a Daytime Emmy in 2022 for the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, reveals how it came to pass that GH would kill-off the character of Britt by becoming another victim of ‘The Hook’, and more.
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During the conversation, Thiebaud shares her thoughts on working with her former GH co-stars including: Steve Burton (ex-Jason), Parry Shen (Brad), Kirsten Storms (Maxie), Kathleen Gati (Liesl), Cassandra James (Terry), Roger Howarth (Austin) and Josh Kelly (Cody), as well as some of her favorite memories throughout her run on the series which began in 2012.
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Kelly took the character from being the manipulative ‘Britch’ as an interloper in the romance of Patrick (Jason Thompson) and Sabrina (Teresa Castillo), all the way to becoming a well-loved character to root for.
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While, GH viewers witnessed Britt’s shocking death scenes, Kelly weighs-in on taping those moments, as well as Britt’s emotional goodbye birthday party, and having the opportunity to portray a character who was trying to navigate her life, while suffering from the effects of Huntington’s Disease.
In addition, Thiebaud gives a very special ‘thank you’ and shout out to the fans for their enduring support as she looks forward to new roles and new adventures ahead.
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Check out our heartfelt farewell interview with Kelly below, and for upcoming celebrity features, interviews, event coverage, music videos, and more, make sure to ‘subscribe‘ to the Michael Fairman Channel.
So, what did you think about Kelly’s decision to depart GH? Will you miss her as Britt? Share your thoughts on our conversation in the comment section below.
TODAY: The Young and the Restless 50th Anniversary Celebration Livestream
The Young and the Restless Debuts New Opening Title Sequence
Lauralee Bell’s Lifetime Movie Network Instagram Takeover To Coincide with Y&R’s 50th Anniversary
General Hospital Alum Briana Lane Mourns the Loss of Her Husband
Y&R’s Michael Graziadei Proposes to Girlfriend, Lauren on ‘The Talk’
Louise Sorel Back Taping Episodes at Days of our Lives
Andy Kaufman to be Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame
B&B’s 36th Anniversary Party (Photos)
Julianne Hough Replaces Tyra Banks as New Co-Host of ‘Dancing with the Stars’
Y&R’s 50th Anniversary Party (Photos)
Y&R’s 50th Anniversary Party (Photos)
General Hospital Alum Briana Lane Mourns the Loss of Her Husband
‘The Talk’ to Celebrate The Young and the Restless 50th Anniversary in Weeklong Event
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL: Ridge & Bill and The FBI Are Working Together to Bring Down Sheila!
GH Alums Chloe Lanier and Johnny Wactor Guest Star on ‘Station 19’
Jane Elliot Returns to General Hospital This April
B&B’s 36th Anniversary Party (Photos)
Tyra Banks Exiting ‘Dancing with the Stars’
B&B Alums Gina Rodriguez and Joe LoCicero Welcome First Child
Days of our Lives Renewed for Two More Seasons on Peacock
TODAY: The Young and the Restless 50th Anniversary Celebration Livestream
The Young and the Restless Debuts New Opening Title Sequence
Y&R’s Michael Graziadei Proposes to Girlfriend, Lauren on ‘The Talk’
Andy Kaufman to be Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame
WWE Friday Night Smackdown: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn Hug It Out and Reunite
Y&R’s Camryn Grimes and Bryton James Talk Growing Up In Genoa City, Memorable Moments & What’s Next For Mariah and Devon
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL: Ridge & Bill and The FBI Are Working Together to Bring Down Sheila!
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”
Steve Burton Watches Back An Early Scene as Harris Michaels From 1988 & Talks on His Return to DAYS
CBS Announces ‘The Young and the Restless 50th Anniversary Celebration, An Entertainment Tonight Special’
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NewsMarch 19, 2023Y&R’s 50th Anniversary Party (Photos)
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General HospitalMarch 22, 2023General Hospital Alum Briana Lane Mourns the Loss of Her Husband
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RecapsMarch 16, 2023THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL: Ridge & Bill and The FBI Are Working Together to Bring Down Sheila!
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General HospitalMarch 15, 2023GH Alums Chloe Lanier and Johnny Wactor Guest Star on ‘Station 19’
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General HospitalMarch 14, 2023Jane Elliot Returns to General Hospital This April
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NewsMarch 20, 2023B&B’s 36th Anniversary Party (Photos)
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Breaking NewsMarch 17, 2023Tyra Banks Exiting ‘Dancing with the Stars’
Loved Bob Woods And Hillary B. Smith interview. Bob Woods is one of the most natural actors on soaps. I will miss him. Hillary is Nora in my book. Their story has been up and down, but they always belonged together.. Thank goodness we will be able to see them ride off into soap stardom for all time… Thanks Michael for another great interview….
Bo & Nora are the consummate soap couple. I’m SO gonna miss being able to watch my FAVORITE soap! I can’t believe ABC cancelled AMC & OLTL, in favor of STUPID shows, like The Chew & whatever the new one will be. I won’t be watching either, as I find them boring & ridiculous. ABC SCREWED UP BIG TIME, in my opinion. Nothing more to say, is there!?!?
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I am devastated that OLTL has been canceled. I feel as if part of my family has died. With the exception of TiVoing GH, ABC is now banned in our house. I watched ABC faithfully for 45 years, if my husband would let me I’d sell our Disnet stock and DVC membership, too. I love Llanview like my own town and am not sure what I will do every afternoon for the rest of my life. I wish the entire crew and cast the very best, and I wish ABC a continued decline until it’s demise. Maybe then the CEO… Read more »
I agree with everything you have said
The CEO of ABC has messed with what is and has been the core of ABC the soaps! Is ABC aware of all the complaints or do they just not care about what the people want that pay their salaries???? Is Frons should be fired!!!!!
I have been a fan of One Life To Live since 1973. I have been fortunate to meet and greet most of you at fan luncheons, baseball games in Brooklyn, One Life/Many Voices. I also particpated in Daytime Encounter I and II where I had the pleasure of working directly with some of the cast. By having this experience it put a new perspective in watching the show. I just want to thank all of you of being part of my life all these years. I wish you love and peace to all of you and again THANK YOU.
Well, damnit, it made me cry…this is so unbelievably sad……
I remember Bob from the Waltons. Hilary was wonderful no matter what implausible storyline they gave her. Well done, you two. Well done.
I remember him from the Waltons too! I loved him even then!
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I loved this interview Hillary made me cry they both made me laugh and brought me down memory lane i have bee watching the show since 1992 and remember every moment of the show since then. I am going to miss the show and Bob and Hillary the most they are my only reason for watching this show. Thank you for all the memories love for both.
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PLEASE COME BACK ON LINE OR ANYWAY YOU CAN OLTL
WHAT DO WE HAVE TO DO YOU GUYS HELP US DO IT TELL WHAT WE NEED TO DO
i agree what do we got to do to keep you guys atleast online
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we lost GL and ATWT, now that I have been watching OLTL, its going off the air also. its not fair that the networks are doing this to the fans. its very sad, knowing our shows will no longer be on the air. At least we will have Youtube. I wish all of the actors the best of luck. I will miss you!!
I have loved these two from the first time I watched them back in 1997 and thanks to YouTube I got a chance to see all the stuff before 97 . All I can say is the chemistry between these two is electric I loved watching them dance play and love I’m so sad to see them go what a waste of talent . I wish them the best of luck I will love bo and Nora till the day I die!!!!!
I LOVE THE INTERVIEW WITH ROBERT S. WOODS AND HILLARY B. SMITH.. THEY ARE MY FAV COUPLE ON 1L2L.. I’M GOING TO MISS THEM ACTING OUT GREAT SCENES 2GETHER… YOU ALL ARE GOING TO BE TRULY MISS… :-)) XXXOOOO
I absolutely LOVE Bo and Nora and the wonderful actors, Bob and Hillary who portray them! I will miss so much seeing them. Thank goodness for youTube! I started watching them right after they divorced, and loved their chemistry even when they were not together. Watched for 10+ years waiting for their reunion. My all time favorite Bo and Nora moment is the dancing in the warehouse during Y2K! That’s when I knew they would always LOVE each other! Will miss, miss them so much!
Thank U So Much Michael for sharing this interview with the Bob & Hillary fans . Hillary brought me to tears during the 1st part of the interview. I am so sadden that OLTL is going to done with in just 2 weeks. It really breaks my heart. I am a huge fan of these 2 beautiful people. I am going to miss them cutting a rug on the dance floors, fishing trpis & just their love story as a whole. After watching the interview amost 50 times already, I went on you-tube and watch the very scene “Ice Cream… Read more »
Frons said he would cancel the two shows and he did, he left after ‘a job’ well done’ IMO. These shows should never have been canceled and the ending for AMC left me embarrassed. It looks like OLTL will be doing the same, the HW and others have had it ready. No one will forget the elephant in the room and OLTL no matter what is said, is leaving me with a bad taste in my mouth and horrible writing which equals only a permanent STAIN to a one time glory day.
Are you kidding? Will we miss them? OMG-I GUESS SO! I remember when the Bukes came riding into Llanview & I have totally adored Robert S. Woods ever since. He is precious! I love Nora too but honestly have loved Bo with every love he’s had on the show & he’s had plenty! I cried all weekend the Friday in January 1986 I think when Bo was “killed” at the end of the episode. My husband asked what the hell has happened? I cried “Bo is dead, they killed Bo!” He knew exactly who I meant & was as shocked… Read more »
I LOVED your interview!! Thank you Bob/Bo and Hillary/Nora for the wonderful years that you’ve shared!!!! OLTL would not have been the same without you both!!! I feel like I’m loosing half of my family now. 🙁
I no longer will watch abc I loved One life to live there family . Abe doesnt think of us or them the People of One life to live or family thats a big Mistake they are making in deed. very saddened Carrie
I have watched OLTL since it’s beginning. I left only when Roger Howarth left. So glad he came back after 8 years. I will miss OLTL, of course; but I hope I can still see Roger on TV somewhere.
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After the final episode of OLTL, I will be deleting the ABC station off my cable. I wish all the cast and crew of One Life to Live the very best and thank them for 43 years of memories.
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Truly enjoyed this interviewed. Very sad that OLTL has come to an end. Bo and Nora are the super soap couple. I was very happy to see the two back together! Their breakup should have never happened. HBS and RSW chemistry on screen is one that legends are made of! BO and NORA FOREVER! Best to all at OLTL. Happy New Year to all! Moving forward – no looking behind! Only one who should have regrets should be ABC for cancelling OLTL! I am thankful for the years that I was able to be apart of the OLTL family!
Thanks A Million For This Michael.
We OLTL Fans In Evanston, Illinois Love You, Bob, & Hillary A Whole Bunch! 😀 😀
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Shame on ABC for cancelling OLTL! What are they thinking! Their are thousands of viewers! and to replace them with some reality crap shows like” The Chew” ! I have fb, tweeted, sent letters, petitions, etc.. no response from ABC.. I have watched this show for years! taped and dvr’d while at work, my family and friends all calling each other after a long day at work to talk about what happened on OLTL who did what, etc.. OLTL is like family. I will not be watching ABC! This is unforgivable and I am a very forgiving person, but ABC… Read more »
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my question is why? why take off the best of the best and leave the worst? I just want to say this stinks that oltl is leaving the air it is by far my favorite show and i am truly disappointed that it is going.
and must say thank you for the interviews, all of you will be missed here and thank you for the years of drama and excitment
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I cannot believe that after 43 years this show will be over. I have been watching One Life To Live for 35 years! There has never been one episode that I have not enjoyed. This show has been a daily routine for me for so long and I cannot believe that the network could not give it a go. I think they will regret their decision and any new show that they replace it with will not compare. Please, I have seeing one episode of “The Chew” and will not see it again! What a loss!
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I have watched One Life to Live for over 30 years. It may sound strange, but the characters on this show became my “dysfunctional” family. I have been alone for most of my life and it made me feel good to know that every evening I would be able to watch Todd, Blair, Vickie, Asa, etc. The show was great and I am sorry that such a wealthy network such as ABC/Disney cannot find the money to budget for this production. All of the cast will be missed. It is almost like a death in the family.
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Its not strange at all,I know how you feel,I dont know what Im going to do at 2 oclock weekdays one life to live has been on my tv for 43 years,I watched all my children to ,and miss it ,I try to watch dool.but its just not the same ,abc had the money to keep these shows on ,they choose not to its creed,more money in their pocket s Daytime tv will never be the same,and one life to live is the best soap ,I will miss my dysfunctional family to.
Thank you Michael for this lovely gift! It was the best interview with RSW and HBS ever. I so cherish it because I don’t know when I’ll be able to see them again. Thanks for all you coverage of OLTL over the years.
Michael, this was a great interview! Bob and Hillary are so natural together and this is what I’ll miss about them the most in their performances. I will also miss them. I met them both a few times and I will never forget what great people they are!
I still cannot believe that ABC has done such a horrible thing to this show and that all these people will no longer be on my soap!
I’ll miss “One Life To Live” so much!! ‘Bo’, ‘Nora’, ‘Viki’, ‘Blair’, ‘Roxy’, etc., are the best!!! They are such talented people.
ABC made a huge mistake…they say people want “information shows” ?? NO WAY, we like entertainment. It’s helped me get through so many hard times I’ve had.
I was hoping some cable station would pick it up. After OLTL ends, it’s bye-bye ABC. -Crash and burn!
Loved the interview with Bob & Hilary. I love them as Bo & Nora. I remember when Bob came on as Bo, I had such a crush on him, and I still do. Nora is Bo’s soulmate, but he has had great chemistry with all of his wives. Next to Nora, my favorite was Didi. Barbara Treutelaar was gorgeous, and she and Bo were my favorite couple at the time. I cried when she died. Hilary is fabulous as Nora. Love how natural she is with Matthew. You can believe she is really his mother. Hilary has chemistry with everyone,… Read more »
OMG Hillary had me crying. I just Love her and Bob they were my sole reason for tuning into OLTL all these years. I am going to miss them. I have been following fumbling the pieces online with Hillary and, I LOVE it! God bless you Bob and Hillary for just being the best and giving us your best every time You and Bob are amazing!!!! 🙂
I just love Bob and Hillary as Bo and Nora!!! I have watched the show for years and they are by far the BEST. I have been watching some Bo and Nora (the early stuff) on you tube and it was hard to watch them split up, what a great love story!! I am so glad the writers put them back together a few years ago!! The last scene at Asa’s house, and when Bo said, “I love you Red” all choked up, was the when tears started flowing….OMG. How can you not love them!!!!
I still miss OLTL!! and it is not going away… I still won’t give up.. I emial, Twitter, fb, mail to ABC, etc. Even ask other networks. I think some network should breath life back into OLTL and make the viewers and fans happy again! I Love Bo,, and Nora.. what a team… and Vicki, Asa, Clint, Dorian… OLTL was always my favorite soap, the acting, the energy.. I loved to run home from work and watch everyday for years and get on the phone with my family, friends and co-workers and we would talk about the characters and if… Read more »