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Jack Wagner Returns to The Bold and the Beautiful to Reprise the Role of Nick Marone

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Turns out, The Bold and the Beautiful had more than one piece of ‘big news’ to drop this week as previewed by its Supervising Producer, Casey Kasprzyk. After receiving a three-year renewal pick-up from CBS on Tuesday, on Thursday, the series revealed longtime fan favorite Jack Wagner is returning to the soap opera reprising his role as Nick Marone!

According to Deadline, Wagner is back for a story arc and began taping at the set of The Bold and the Beautiful on April 10th. Viewers can look for Jack to first appear on-screen this coming June 13th.

In story, B&B previews that Nick will cross paths with his ex-love Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang) when she finds herself at a crossroads after Ridge (Thorsten Kaye) dumped her for Taylor (Rebecca Budig). It seems that Brooke is feeling defeated and lost, grappling with heartbreak and the painful realization that her relationship may be irreparably broken. As she struggles with her emotions, Nick’s unexpected arrival brings a rush of memories and unresolved feelings back to the surface. His charismatic and supportive nature offers Brooke a sense of comfort and stability that she desperately needs. Their connection reignites old flames, offering Brooke a chance at happiness and a fresh start away from the shadow of her past with Ridge.

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Wagner first played Nick Marone back in 2003 and was revealed to be the son of shipping magnate Massimo Marone played by the late Joseph Mascolo. We also learned that Ridge’s biological father is Massimo and not Eric, making Nick and Ridge half-brothers. Nick was always a crusty sea captain who now runs Marone Industries.

In 2012 Jack vacated the role, but appeared on the series for its 35th anniversary in a special episode which centered on the loves of Brooke’s life in March of 2022.  And just like everyone on The Bold and the Beautiful, the character of Nick had relationships with various women on the show including: Bridget Forrester (Ashley Jones), Katie Logan (Heather Tom) and Taylor Hayes (formerly Hunter Tylo).

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The popular star is best known for his roles as Frisco Jones on General Hospital, Warren Lockridge on Santa Barbara, Dr. Peter Burns on Melrose Place and as Bill Avery in Hallmark’s When Calls the Heart which just was renewed for its 13th season which will air sometime in 2026.

So, excited that Jack Wagner is rejoining The Bold and the Beautiful as Nick Marone and will give Brooke a boost of confidence and potentially some loving after Ridge left her? Share your thoughts on Jack’s upcoming return via the comment section.

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Best couple ever I’m up for this I adore JW

He’s the best one to revive Brooke and make her forget that grungy old Ridge.Wonder if he’ll have his son with him? I have missed Jack Wagner on all his shows. They mention Frisco on GH all the time.

Make the visit permanent please he is wonderful and KKL a actor who she has chemistry with

Finally KKL can get away from the Ridge recast albatross that’s never fit since RM left. I hope the writers will separate the Forresters and Logan Families storyline wise for awhile. It’s becoming one sided and fans are tired of recycled stories.

I basically haven’t watched B&B since Ron Moss was ousted. It’s not that Ron was the world’s best actor or even that a good recast couldn’t have worked. But Ridge turning overnight into a dad bod with a barely disguised Scottish accent was just a bridge way, way too far for me.

I wish this could do something to pull me back in for the first time in over five years, but it will not. The writing is on the wall where this storyline is concerned, and it’ll end how it always does: Nick won’t be chosen, and he’ll leave town broken-hearted. And we’ll ignore the presence of Jack, too.

Unfortunately you are right

Once again, spot on!

Anything to get Brooke away from Ridge and that insecure Taylor.

If they aren’t going to address Nick and Brooke’s son, Jack, or where he is, or play Nick’s history with Katie. Taylor AND Brooke properly, this is a wasted return.

And yall can say ByeBye Bill. Yall know this show doesn’t do 3 big leading men at once on screen.

Still got it after all these years I remember Nick as a fun feisty sexy man Hope it’s the same The soaps need a sexy adult man

It’s a shame, the new actor who is training Joss at the WSB is a spittin image of Jack Wagner.

That’s funny, I was thinking today, how much he looks like the actor that plays Daniel on Y&R

Senior citizens playing musical beds with the same people for 30 years is gross and ridiculous.

What are you, twelve? Jack Wagner is 65, Rebecca Budwig is 51, Thorsten Kaye is 59, and Katherine Kelly Lang is 63. Two are in their 50s; two in their 60s. None of these people are “senior citizens” in the actual sense of the word. And soaps? They’re for adults. If you want to watch “kids” go watch reruns of 90210. The only think “gross and ridiculous” is your comment.

Right on!

It’s not the age of the characters to me. It’s the repeat of the same old storyline. Watching Brooke throw herself at Ridge after he has chosen Taylor over her yet again is so repetitive. Brooke has no pride. Asking Ridge to hire Hope back knowing that Steffy will treat her daughter like trash is insane. Why couldn’t the favor she asked of Ridge be to let her daughter leave with her own clothing line that Hope worked hard on? Despite her age Brooke is still the star struck teenager looking up at the Forrester mansion and saying I want to marry the prince instead being a grown woman who sticks up for herself and her children.

Hope For The Future belongs to Forrester. The only thing that belongs to Hope is her name, endorsements, etc. It’s not something she can just pack up and take with her, even the designs aren’t hers. If push came to shove, I really have no idea where she’d stand legally.

I would think the Forresters would be delighted to get Hope and Brooke out of their hair and get some stability in their private lives by giving Hope her clothing line and letting her and mommy hit the door. Ridge seeing Brooke every day at work is nothing but trouble. Say what you will about the new soap Behind the Gates it deal with real issues and behaviors that aren’t stuck in the 1950s.

I don’t think I’ve mentioned BTG, but it’s growing on me, but now that you mention it, Grandma and Grandpa Dupree do seem to live in the past, which seems to be brought up, one way or another in any scene they are in. Thanks for inadvertently, calling it to my attention.

Omg I can’t wait till Nick return to the show ! And boost up Brook’s morale and give her a self-confidence in her self and forget about what’s his name Ridge that’s right Ridge ! Boone IMO deserves a lot better instead of being played around by what’s his name. Going back and forth up and down like a see-saw! Good I hope deep down and I know he will Make my Brook very happy and the love she actually deserves!

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2026 Daytime Emmy Awards: ‘Extra’ Partners with NATAS for Pre-Ceremony Red Carpet Stream; Week of Segments Leading to Ceremony and Post-Coverage

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The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) announced on Thursday that the syndicated entertainment news series, Extra will be its partner for exclusive coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards being held on Friday, October 30 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.

The 2026 Daytime Emmys as previously reported can be seen streamed via the The Emmys,YouTube channel, via watch.theemmys.tv, as well as on the official Emmys app, available for phones, tablets, and smart TVs.

Here’s a breakdown of the pre, during and post Daytime Emmys coverage via Extra below!

Beginning Monday, October 26, Extra will feature five nights of dedicated Daytime Emmys segments leading up to the ceremony, giving fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the award show.

In addition, Mona Kosar Abdi, Weekend Host & Senior Correspondent with Extra will host the pre-show red carpet stream on the @TheEmmys Youtube channel.

Extra host and Dancing with the Stars judge, Derek Hough will present during the ceremony, and correspondent Terri Seymour will also host coverage throughout the evening.

Extra’s weekend edition (A WEEK FOLLOWING the ceremony) will features notable red carpet moments, winner reactions, and exclusive footage from the night’s festivities.

The entertainment news program is also nominated for three Daytime Emmy Awards going into the ceremony.

So, what do you think of Extra’s scheduled upcoming coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards starting on Monday? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Presenters Announced

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The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.

The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.

Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).

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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year,  A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.

The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).

The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”

Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.

So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.

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Tom Pelphrey and Kaley Cuoco Welcome Baby Girl, Philomena into the World

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Congratulations are in order for three-time Emmy winner, Tom Pelphrey (ex-GL and ATWT) and his fiancée Big Bang Theory star, Kaley Cuoco! The couple welcomed their second baby daughter together on October 12, and revealed they named the little bundle of joy, Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey.

Tom and Kaley shared the news via their Instagram accounts on Wednesday with some adorable baby pics. Cuoco captioned the photo“🎀Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey🎀. 💖10/12/26💖. There are no words to describe this feeling once again. What a blessing.

Cuoco added, “We are so grateful for the crazy wild up and down journey that brought us to our little Philo! Family officially complete 😭Time to bring Matilda’s baby home! 😂💕”

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BABY MAKES FOUR

Next, Kaley shared her love for the father of her children, exclaiming, “Tom Pelphrey, life exploded the minute we met, and the gifts keep coming. I love you forever , girl daddy! 💘.”

Philomena now joins big sister, Matilda mwho was born in 2023, as part of the Pelphrey/Cuoco family! Tom and Kaley began dating in 2022 and became engaged in 2024.

Daytime fans first saw the talented actor on Guiding Light as Jonathan Randall, the son of Reva Shayne (Kim Zimmer). Tom won two Daytime Emmys for his memorable performances during his run from 2004-2009.

He later played Mick Dante on As the World Turns from 2009-2010, before heading to work in primetime and motion pictures. Last month, Pelphrey one the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in HBO’s Task.

TOM PELPHREY CELEBRATES EMMY WIN AND NEW DAUGHTER WITHIN A MONTH OF EACH OTHER

After winning his Emmy, the expectant dad told E! News, “We’re both so excited. Our daughter’s excited. We’ll see how it goes when it actually gets there.” Tom added, “The things that are new and the things that feel like not a big deal this time. But mom and baby are healthy, so God willing, that keeps up, and we’re thrilled,” added the actor.

Pelphrey took to his own Instagram and said on the birth of his second daughter, “Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey. Another miracle. Welcome to our family youngest queen!  Kaley you showed up in every way as a partner and a mom even when you weren’t feeling your best- you’re a CHAMPION. The girls and I would be lost without you. Thank God for the gift of this family and these girls.”

Jumping in to the comment thread to congratulate Tom and Kaley were Beyond the Gates star Ashley Jones (Heather), Dave Annabelle, Martha Plimpton, Alyssa Milano and many more.

Share your congrats and well-wishes to Tom, Kaley, Matilda and their new addition to the family, little Philomena via the comment section below.

 

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