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Jermaine Rivers Shares Parting Words as He Exits ‘The Young and the Restless’ as Damian Kane
The life and times of Damian Kane (Jermaine Rivers) has come to an end on The Young and the Restless, when on today’s, July 14th episode of the CBS daytime drama seres, Cane (Billy Flynn) and Damian wound up both drugged, and then a mystery assailant threw a knife into Damian’s back and he wound up dead, thus ending the run of Jermaine Rivers.
In the beginning of his story, Damian was believed-to-be being played by Nathan Owens, only it was revealed he was only pretending to be Damian and his real name was Holden. Meanwhile, when the real Damian surfaced he reconnected with his mother, Amy Lewis (Valarie Pettiford) and half-brother, Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic), and was beginning a romance with Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) before his death.
After today’s episode aired, Rivers took to his account on X and posted his goodbyes in a video message, and accompanied the post with the sentiments, “Feeling Extremely Grateful for the opportunity to bring Damian Kane to life. Thank you to Josh Griffith and the rest of the Producers at Y&R and CBS for giving me this amazing opportunity to be a part of such an iconic show. Huge Thank You to fans who tuned in and showed love. You guys are Awesome!!! The Work Continues.”
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In his video farewell, Rivers began with, “What an episode! Damian Kane has met an untimely demise. We shot this back in May, and I actually knew about Damian Kane’s fate before we even went to France (in story).”
Next, Jermaine talked on his journey in the role of Damian: “First off, I got to say thank you to Josh Griffith (executive producer and head writer, Y&R) for giving me this opportunity to bring Damian Kane to life. It has been an amazing ride. It’s been an honor to not only be a part of the cast but to bring a character like Damian to life. The last seven, eight months, I got to play a multitude of emotions to really flesh out who this person was, with all his complexities, with his relationship with his mom, with his half brother, his best friend, and potential love interest And we got to go on a ride and really play into these moments truthfully.”
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Later, Rivers spoke on the duties of an actor when they take on a role: “Early on, I know there was a lot of mixed emotions about who Damian Kane was. Based off how he came into Genoa City: the mystery, the air, the arrogance, which was very intentional. As an actor, my prime objective is to do three things. To be of service to the scripts; to the text that’s actually written for the character and his relationships with other characters on the show. To be of service to my fellow actors, to not phone anything in, and to really engage and be honest and truthful and make a genuine connection; bring out the best of that person that’s in front of me or around me, to be of service to the overall story. And the task that I had coming in, the reason I was cast (was) to do service to the storyline. Because at the end of the day, guys, it’s not about me. It’s not about one person on the show; it’s about the collective.”
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“Bearing that in mind. I’m just grateful to have been able to play a role on the show, to be a part of the cast” continued Jermaine. “And no matter how long or how brief it is, at the end of the day, as an actor, that’s my job to come in and play the role that I was cast. And when it’s time to go, it’s time to go. And it’s time to go do something somewhere else.”
Rivers gave kudos to Y&R casting director, Greg Salmon for the gig, “I know with our conversations early on, he (Greg) told me how grueling that process was of trying to find the right Damian. I believe he said that process started last July, and I got a chance to swing at that role in November. So from July to November, they still hadn’t nailed it down. And when I got that last-minute request to read for the role on a Sunday … apparently, you guys saw something in me that resonated. So. thank you.”
Jermaine then related he already has his next project lined-up, “I’m physically, mentally getting ready to do something super fun in the sci-fi genre. But I’ll tell you, I loved every minute of showing up to CBS studios on soundstage 41 and 43, getting to play alongside some incredible, talented actors.”
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In closing, Rivers thanked Y&R’s loyal fans,”Thank you for the fans who tuned in, who’s always committed and invested in the storyline that’s being played out day after day. So yeah, I’m gonna close this one out, with light, love, and gratitude in my heart. I’ll see y’all on the next one. The show must go on. Peace and love.”
So, how do you feel about Y&R killing off the character of Damian Kane thus ending the run of Jermaine Rivers? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Feeling Extremely Grateful for the opportunity to bring Damian Kane to life. Thank you to Josh Griffith and the rest of the Producers at Y&R and CBS for giving me this amazing opportunity to be a part of such an iconic show. Huge Thank You to fans who tuned in and showed love.… pic.twitter.com/NatUWU5qe4
— Jermaine Rivers (@JermaineRivers) July 14, 2025
Beyond the Gates??? casting call!!!
Please, NO!
I really liked Damien, thought he was excellent in his role. So sorry he has been terminated, he made everything interesting. Going to miss him terribly!!! Wish him the very best of everything that life has to offer.
Dottie, do you realize what you are spewing? What is your issue with people of color? Don’t they have the right to make a living just like you? This talented young man could be successful wherever he lands next. If it’s Beyond the Gates, I am sure he would be utilized better than he was on Y&R. I was going to post something entirely different, but then I ran across this foolishness presented by you. You are offensive and I think you know that. To say nothing, means I am adding to the problem of racism. So Dottie, wake up! It is the 21st century and EVERYONE has the right to be who they are, achieve success and to find happiness. People with your mindset can’t stop that! Have a blessed day.
My, this was unexpected. And unwanted.
If this real, then once again, Y&R had a terrific actor portraying a character with long term potential and they throw it all away, on a “shocking twist” that will end up being a nothing burger. Yes, everyone there will be a suspect, but we already know the “butler” did it– or in this case Carter.
Now if this is the old “fake” soap death– then he will be back again and we will find out that Cain and/ or Carter planned this whole thing where the drug in the booze made it look like he was dead, but he wasn’t. Then it will be revealed that Damien had been locked up the entire time from his “death” to being discovered still alive.
But whether dead dead or will be back dead, this whole storyline, has as much mystery and intrigue to it as a Scooby Doo Saturday morning cartoon.
Stinks – Too bad! I liked the character. I guess this leads Lily back to Cane unless this is something to throw us off.
Why put him in the opening sequence only to turn around and fire him less than a year into his contract? This was utterly stupid and dumb. I really liked Jermaine Rivers as Damian.
Once again, YR’s brass completely fucked this one up.
If there ever was a category entitled : Biggest Waste of Talent….Y&R would win this category hands down and we still have 5 months left in the year.
Really enjoyed him and thought he was he the perfect addition to the Winters clan. He and Lily could ve been a big deal. Talented actor, mature, thevwhole package!
Josh Griffith did him dirty.
Damien even had a supporting clan around him aside from the Winters with Amy and Holden! Looks like Josh Griffith cut him to make room for Cane
Absolutely agree with this entire post!
This soap is just wasting our time and the talent of the actors.
Can someone please explain writing this character out ! What in the world is going on and yandr
So they go to the trouble to create a brother for Nate and bring in a step-mother of sorts, why? This is so so boring – the “words” from the characters the last 4 days have been the same…
By the way – I DVR and fast speed through – trying to weed my way off the show. The other fast forward – Mariah and the pillow? Leave everyone on the island and bring back all of the unseen “children” now adults – so there are some YOUNG to be Restless,
Where do I start? First off, he’s Amy’s son and they just reconnected after all these years of being apart. That alone has me scratching my head as to why they would tell that story if they were going to shift the character off the canvas. The same thing goes for teaming him up with Lily. There’s definitely more to this….
We had nearly 6 months of mind-numbingly boring story with a bunch of newcomers in this story on our screens.
Nate is not exactly a character who has sparked much interest over the years. Trying to build a whole new family and cast of supporting characters around him and take up major airtime was a major miscalculation. Definite fast forward material.
Just when all the dust was starting to settle and fans were warming up to Damian, now this.
Personally, I dont care one way or the other. I like the intrigue of this storyline … but that’s because most of the vets are involved.
I like Billy Flynn from Days although I am completely baffled by him being cast as Cain. Both from the actor and character standpoint, it just doesn’t make sense to me. Sometimes bizarre recasts are very successful and I do hope this is one of them.
Perhaps, Lilly is carrying Damian’s baby—he will live on?? I think the killer’s target was Cane—Unless Damien has/had enemies from a past life of crime?
I’M VERY UPSET THAT HE IS LEAVING ALREADY, WERE THE STORY IN THAT. WHAT IT’S BEEN LIKE THREE OR FOUR MONTHS. I’M MAD AS HELL. DON’T MAKE ME STOP WATCHING YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS.
I feel Jermaine was cut to help pay for Billy Flynn’s salary. Even the recurrents except Tessa haven’t been on much. Her daily rate would be much lower than the actresses playing Ashley and Traci. As we know, Traci and Alan’s story was cut abruptly. Ashley hasn’t had a story since last year. And Lauren is rarely on.
Also, the initial reaction to Damian wasn’t positive. But that has changed recently. But the writers may have decided to cut him based on the initial reaction.
Is Billy Flynn supposed to be an Alist actor who warrants a large salary?
I am heart broken! I really wanted Lily’s character to find true love! She (the character) has experienced enough disappointment and heart ache! Damian’s character will be missed! I also feel sadness for his mom’s character!
First and foremost, Y&R needs a new writer and new EP. Second, Y&R needs to bring Victoria Rowell back either as writer, EP or as Drucilla, the Winters family needs a strong leader. I’d love to see the return of the Rosales family….Arturo, Mia and Celeste. Mia was an awesome character. Mia, could have been a modern day Jill Foster. There was interaction between Mia and Nikki that was reminiscent of Jill and Catherine and there was so much potential there.
I’m elated that Bill y Flynn has joined the cast! Now, please do a good job with him, writers! I loved him as Chad on Days of Our Lives1 Welcome to Young and the Restless!
Ok, after today episode (July 18th), I don’t know what to say about this show! The trip to France that never ends, Kyle and Audra, he’s an idiot! Sharon acting like she is on something and Billy Flynn who is a good actor and I loved him on DAYS, but I’m not buying him as Cane. Josh Griffith is not the man to lead Y&R. You have characters acting out of character, storylines that are not catching the attention the viewers: (Mariah/Tessa/Daniel) and even though I like Laura Lee Bell, Danny and Christine are a snoozefest! I thought GH was bad, but these two are in competition!
Finally, found a perfect partner for Lily and Bell removes him. So disappointed. Just like the fabulous Hope and Thomas. Still shoving Brooke and Rodge down our throats !!
ABC has named their ‘Bachelor’ for the upcoming 30th season of the reality series. Sam Hartman, a 27-year-old NFL quarterback who plays playing for the Washington Commanders, will be handing out the roses as he searches for love.
The upcoming season of The Bachelor will premiere in 2027 on Sunday, March 21 at 8 p.m ET. on ABC and streaming the next day on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S.
The announcement was made, and Hartman’s first interview was on the Friday, November 13 edition of Good Morning America, where he shared with cohosts Sam Champion and Rebecca Jarvis: “I’m excited but also very nervous, I have a tough time holding conversation with one girl. 30 is going to be pretty tough.”
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WASHINGTON COMMANDERS QB WRESTLED WITH THE NOTION OF BECOMING THE BACHELOR
Hartman also revealed his initial thoughts on appearing on The Bachelor: “Honestly, at first, I was like ‘no way. The connotation of it − I don’t know.” Ultimately the QB was swayed to take on the reality franchise lead for its upcoming season.
A Charlotte, North Carolina, native, Hartman played for Wake Forest and Notre Dame in the college ranks. It was there he set ACC records, including most career touchdown passes and 300-yard passing games. Sam was also featured in the documentary series QB1: Beyond the Lights. Currently, on the NFL’s Washington Commanders, he serves as a quarterback on their practice squad.
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The pick of Sam Hartman aligns with pro athletes who have appeared on the show in the past including: now ‘Bachelor’ host, NFL quarterback Jesse Palmer, former soccer player Juan Pablo Galavi, ace car driver Arie Luyendyk Jr. and former NFL practice squad player Colton Underwood.
The Bachelor is executive produced by Scott Teti, Jason Ehrlich and Andy Frank serve as executive producers.
You can check out Sam Hartman talking about being cast as the series lead for the upcoming season 30 of The Bachelor with GMA below.
Now let us know, will you be checking out the 2027 season of The Bachelor featuring Sam looking for love? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section.
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‘General Hospital’s’ Cynthia Watros Honors Former ‘Titus’ Co-Star Stacy Keach Following His Passing
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In Titus, Watros starred along with Stacy Keach as Erin Fitzpatrick and Ken Titus, respectively. After the November 10th news that Keach had passed away at 85 while living in Poland, Cynthia took to her Instagram on Thursday, November 12 to pay tribute to the great actor.
Watros expressed, “My first prime time show was along side Stacy. I loved him instantly. What an amazing talent and man.❤️”
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In Titus, Stacy played stand up comedian Christopher Titus’ heavy-drinking, chain-smoking, five-times-divorced father who frequently pulled cruel pranks and tried to toughen his kids up. Cynthia played by Christopher’s level-headed, big-hearted girlfriend trying to build a normal life with him. In fact, Cynthia’s role on the sitcom was first series regular role after her Daytime Emmy run of Annie Dutton on Guiding Light which ran from 1994-1998.
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Keach’s wife, Malgosia shared the news of the actor’s death publicly in a statement with PEOPLE. Malgosia expressed, that Stacy had, “a long and difficult battle with a serious heart condition and heart failure.”
She added, “Stacy peacefully departed this world. He fought for so long, with extraordinary courage, determination and strength. He was a true warrior, facing his illness with the same remarkable spirit and resilience that defined his life.”
Małgosia continued, “Stacy was not only a legendary actor, admired and loved by audiences the world over, but also my beloved husband, my companion and the heart of our family. His passing leaves an immeasurable emptiness in our lives. But his extraordinary spirit, his unforgettable voice and the love he gave so generously will remain with us forever.”
Now, let us know do you remember when Cynthia made her sitcom debut in Titus? Share your thoughts via the comment section on Cynthia’s many TV roles and the passing of Stacy Keach in the comment section. But first, check out the very first episode of Titus with Cynthia Watros below!
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‘Beyond the Gates’ Emmy Winner Ambyr Michelle Wants to Compete on ‘Dancing with the Stars’: ‘Pick Me’ (Exclusive)
Soap opera fans are always clamoring for when Dancing with the Stars reveals their cast each season, that they would include a familiar face from daytime drama, but it rarely happens, if ever, anymore.
Over the last several years, the series has leaned heavily into casting celebrities with massive TikTok or Instagram followers, which in turn, have helped this season and last have their best ratings numbers in years.
But, how about for next season’s cast of Dancing with the Stars, that it could include newly-awarded Daytime Emmy winner, Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas) of Beyond the Gates?
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LOVE OF DANCE TO LOVE OF ACTING
Michael Fairman TV spoke to Michelle about her dance background and if she would love a shot at lifting the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy during Wednesday’s November 11, livestream chat on the Michael Fairman Channel.
Ambyr explained to fans (who joined in on the live chat), how she began her show business career. “I started off as a dancer, first and foremost. Acting wasn’t really something I wanted to go after. I did plays when I was younger, but it was just something we did in school, but I really wanted to be a dancer. I moved out to LA to dance, and I fell out of love with dance, which was so weird.”
This year’s Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series winner, added, “I was like, ‘What is going on?’ I moved all the way out here for dance. I found I was forcing myself to go to dance class, and I just didn’t have the passion for it. I was working at this restaurant at the time, and one of my coworker was like, ‘What about taking an acting class out here?'”
Next, Ambyr took the coworker up on the idea. “So, I took an acting class and I fell in love with it that day,” shared Michelle. “I was like, ‘I want to do this for the rest of my life.’ I thought, I would love to book a role, of course, as a dancer, but I think acting has a little bit more longevity.”
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A SHOT AT THE LEN GOODMAN MIRRORBALL TROPHY
When the talked turned to if Ambyr would consider or be interested in appearing on the ballroom dance competition series, she piped up with, “I would love to do Dancing with the Stars! Pick me!”
As those in the live chat rallied around this idea, it made us think, Ambyr could be the first contestant from Beyond the Gates, and someone representing the soaps. It checks off so many boxes! To which Ambyr replied, “That would be beautiful.”
You can check out the full conversation with Ambyr below.
So, what do you think soap fans? Can we make sure Ambyr’s name gets in front of the producers and casting director for next season’s Dancing with the Stars? Would you like to see her in the competition? If so, who would be your dream pro professional dance partner for her? Let us know in the comment section.
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