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Jon Lindstrom in Opening Credits of ‘Beyond the Gates’ as GH’s Kevin Is Headed Back to Ireland Without Laura
As the first full week of 2026 began, Jon Lindstrom was making moves on-screen. First, the fan favorite and talented actor/author is now in the opening credits of season two of Beyond the Gates in his role of Joey Armstrong. At the same time, and while he also appeared in the opening credits of his longtime role of Dr. Kevin Collins on General Hospital, in story, Lindstrom’s Kevin was having a come-to-Jesus moment with his wife, Laura (Genie Francis).
The story point sends Kevin off the Port Charles canvas where Lindstrom continues to shoot his more intriguing role of the shady mobster on the CBS soap opera which shoots in Atlanta, Georgia, while General Hospital tapes in Los Angeles.
On the Monday, January 5 episode of GH, after Laura learned of Sidwell’s (Carlo Rota) threat against her grandson Ace, Laura urges Kevin to accept the teaching position in Dublin that he so wants to do, and to bring the little boy with him to keep him safe. Kevin says he would only go if Laura would come too, otherwise he is staying behind.

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Laura tells him she must stay in Port Charles to protect Sonny (Maurice Benard) and the rest of their family. She feels she is safe from harm since Sidwell needs her in the mayor’s office to do his bidding. Laura also points out that Sidwell could take out his revenge on Lulu (Alexa Havins Bruening) or her other grandchildren. Kevin says he won’t abandon his wife.
Eventually, Laura implores Kevin goes to Ireland with Ace. It would allow her to focus on what she needs to do to take down Sidwell. At that point, Kevin finally agrees to leave with Ace. In that moment, Laura leans on her husband as he holds her, saying she loves him more now than ever for agreeing to take Ace with him, and for looking after the little boy and putting the child first.
When Lindstrom began airing in his most recent GH return in early December of 2025, he shared with TV Insider that it was “difficult to find the time” to carve out time in his schedule to play Kevin while he was playing BTG’s Joey.
In his decision to focus on his role on Beyond the Gates, Lindstrom added, “In all fairness to me, it had whittled down to about one or two shows a month, so Kevin had been fairly inactive for a long time. I haven’t seen him have a really active story since the show Port Charles or unless Ryan (Chamberlin, Kevin’s twin) was around, so it was kind of a no-brainer.”
As for future appearances on GH, Jon related. “It all comes down to scheduling. ’l’ll do GH anytime. I just don’t know if we can work it out. I’m busier than I’ve ever been, and I thought I’d be retired by now!”
So, glad to see Jon in the opening credits of Beyond the Gates? What did you think of the story plot and reasoning between Kevin and Laura on General Hospital, that sends Kevin to Ireland? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Swapping out Ben Gavin (Derek Baldwin) for Jon Lindstrom (Joey Armstrong) was a smart decision on so many levels, and his opening shot is outstanding! Hoping this means he is upped to contract, as well!
Does BTG (like GH does) include recurring performers in their credits or does that mean Jon is on contract there now?
As for writing Kevin (and Ace) off for the canvas for a bit – it’s certainly better than coming up with lame excuses for not showing the character. Laura’s story can progress with a logical reason for her husband not being around.
Congrats to Jon for being in high demand, with both acting and another book on the way.
As of Friday, January 2, Lindstrom was listed as recurring; it remains to be seen if he has been upped. But Beyond the Gates only has its contract/series regulars in their openings.
You need to get a job honey instead of policing this website
Stop being racist and maybe I’ll consider it.
Michael, is there a genuine way to block Dottie from responding to my comments?
Michael
Thanks for all you do on this site and providing an open forum for commentary.
Dottie has repeatedly posted racist digs at Beyond the Gates which negate any other benign comments she makes.
This is one area where I’m in agreement with Scott. Restricting her from commenting will make your monitoring much easier.
Dottie, just a suggestion. You’ve gone out of your way time and time again to express your unmitigated disdain for Beyond the Gates while injecting racial slurs as to leave no doubt as to your motivation. You started this puzzling behavior even before this new daytime series aired just based on the promotions. Why not just scroll on by when you see a Michael Fairman blog on Beyond the Gates? Otherwise, you might come off as some kind of troll.
How is she protecting Sonny? He’s really protecting HER ‼️
I didn’t mention the Sonny connection in my comments. At this point, they’re in it together.
While this idea of shipping Kevin & poor little nameless “Ace” off to Ireland is a convenient plot poiot to explain Kevin’s absence, I suspect there’s a future plot twist at work here.
Of all the places they could send Kevin off to, why Ireland?
Remember that Kevin’s psycho niece, Ace’s mother Esme was raised by an Irish nanny. And while most mortals in Port Charles assume that Esme drowned in Paris, they never found her body, and I can say for a fact that she’s not in Hell. (and we all know she wouldn’t be going the other direction)
I’m predicting that Esme’s going to stumble across her as yet unnamed offspring in Ireland soon. Perhaps during February sweeps. Or mid March, if they really wanted to play up the Irish card with a St Patrick’s Day twist.
This is one of your better speculative storylines. None of this, however, could be done until the Sidwell story wraps- and I’m guessing we’ve got another 6 months to go.
I’m guessing we see a new Spencer sometime later in 2026. One or two of Liz’s kids will be recast. I won’t hold my breath, but a new Dillon would be my top request.
I’m thinking Sidwell should wrap by end of February.
That gives them just 6 weeks to wrap everything up. We haven’t even delved into the Nathan connection yet. I’m going with a May sweeps resolution.
Esme called the baby Ace before he was born and named him Ace after he was born. His name is Ace.
That’s true, but Helena would rolling over in her grave to learn her great grandson had that name.
While Scout is in the same vein as Ace, at least her legal first name is Emily. Ace could’ve been short for Horace or Wallace. Even a middle name for Nikolas Cassadine II
I love the name Scout. It was the name of a great character in the book and movie To Kill a Mockingbird.
I love Jon but want him on GH. I miss him. But if can’t make it work then he needs to be recast. Just like Ned i want him back too. I need my Kevin and Ned fix.
Sorry you’re disappointed you’re not getting your Ned and Kevin fix. Recasting doesn’t always work out.
You can’t be a good junkie if you wait on Kevin and Ned fixes . They’re rarely on.
I totally agree with you
It makes sense to explain Kevin’s absence while Laura is dealing with the Sidwell situation. But, it doesn’t make me happy. I think Laura and Kevin make a formidable team and I want to see Kevin on air regularly. I understand that could be challenging given Jon’s BTG role. I hope they could work out a schedule that satisfies both shows.
I totally agree with you. That would be great
I don’t blame Jon Lindstrom. He’s a brilliant actor and GH just wasted him. I miss him but glad he found work elsewhere. GH’s loss is BTG’s gain.
True,his facial expression does not represent his role on GH,he is slimy and sneaky
Hoping Jon will come back when, or just before, this sidwell storyline wraps up. Glad he’s got something to tide him over til gh can find something for Kevin to do in port chuck.
I wished Kevin had come back permanently to help on the fight against Sidwell! He’s wasted on BTG.And a child so young shouldn’t be sent to a strange house , in a strange country , with a Nanny he doesn’t know . Kevin will be gone all the time to work.
Jon Lindstrom is a great actor. I like him on both shows
He brought too much Joey Armstrong with him to Port Charles. Kevin never acted tough even during a crisis and he had that Joey tough look.
Yes I noticed that too, but I also liked that Kevin got a back bone
Sick of GH not giving air time to long time characters and good actors. This is why they lieave.
Who left? Jon will come back when his schedule permits.
What if Sidwell has connections in Ireland? And Sunny has no connections, then they have Sidwell coming at them from two directions (two countries).
Maybe Sonny, does, have connections in Ireland.
After almost an entire YEAR GONE we finally got to see Kevin Collins again! With that said Why would anyone blame JL for choosing BTG over GH?? Joey Armstrong is One of my Favorite Characters. Love Love Love Joey and Vanessa!
Jon Linstrom is a superb actor! He’s great on BTG! I hope he continues to play the role of Joey Armstrong.
Jon seems to be more appreciated at Beyond The Gates so he should go where the work is. I enjoyed his first novel and I’m looking forward to the sequel.
I love him in Beyond the Gates!!
I was wonder how he,was going to work to soaps so I knew one was just temporary. So when GH brought up his job being moved I knew he would be leaving GH, good way to segway him off GH for a while
Segue not segway dear
It was great and to keep their grandson Ace safe
I love Lindstrom in BTG. I love the romance between Joey and Vanessa. Good decision Linstrom. I was just thinking about both characters this weekend and I said that I hope he stay with BTG.
I love Jon Lindstrom’s Joey Armstrong on the BTG. He fills his role exceptionally. He plays the gangster boss like a real mobster. Vernon is supposed to be the guy with all of the power, but to me it’s Joey Armstrong and Bill Hamilton.
So happy to see Jon Lindstrom on the credits for Beyond the Gates!!
He will be missed on GH and I wish him the best in his upcoming role
I want to see Kevin back in Port Charles to help Laura and Sonny take down Sidwell
Good plan, he will be missed but always allows a come back in the future
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‘Beyond the Gates’ vs. ‘The Young and the Restless’ in a Soap Opera Showdown on ‘Flip Side’ Season 3 Premiere

CBS daytime dramas, Beyond the Gates and The Young and the Restless go head-to-head when two featured cast members from each show compete on the syndicated game show, Flip Side for its season 3 premiere.
Hosted by Jaleel White (best known as Steve Urkel from Family Matters) and filmed near Atlanta, Georgia, daytime drama fans should circle Monday, September 14th when you can catch: representing Team BTG, Colby Nixon (Kat Richardson) and RhonniRose Mantilla (Chelsea Hamilton), and Representing Team Y&R, Bryton James (Devon Hamilton) and Lily Winters (Christel Khalil).
In the upcoming soap opera showdown, the competing teams will win prize money for the charities of their choosing, when White tests both teams on how they think opposite groups of people feel about the same topic, and to see which team will make it to the final round.

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Flip Side’s loglines shares that it’s “an original, laugh out-loud survey-based game show that pits two teams of contestants against each other, testing them on how they think opposite groups of people feel about the same topic. The teams compete for a shot at $10,000 by guessing the top answers based on anonymous surveys – which can be provocative, surprising, and often humorous. Throughout each episode, host Jaleel White brings a fun and comedic energy to the show while also guiding the contestants through the questions.”
Season three leans deeper into exploring relationships, dating, social behaviors and everyday life situations that viewers can relate to. Season three also features multiple celebrity episodes benefiting charity kicking off with the CBS soap showdown.
In addition to airing Monday to Friday in syndication on stations across the country, Flip Side has a second run on Game Show Network. So, check your local listings for times in your area, or catch Flip Side on GSN.
So, who do you think wins the soap opera showdown between BTG’s Colby and RhonniRose vs. Y&R’s Bryton and Christel? Make your picks in the comment section. But first, check out a bit of the action from the episode below.
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CBS Announces Fall Preview and Season Premieres for ‘Beyond the Gates’ ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ and ‘The Young and the Restless’

CBS announced on Thursday, September 10, their fall storyline previews, season premiere dates and broadcast milestones for its daytime line-up which has held the top spot as the highest-rated network in daytime for 40 consecutive seasons.
The line-up includes daytime dramas: Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, The Young and the Restless, plus gams shows, The Price is Right which continues to be the #1 show on daytime television and Let’s Make a Deal.
Coming up, B&B celebrates its 40th anniversary, Drew Carey marks 20 years as host of daytime’s The Price is Right, while Beyond the Gates will kick-off their 3rd season in December and Y&R continues its dominance at the number #1 daytime drama and the most nominated soap going into the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards on October 30. Here’s what to look for this fall below!
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
CBS’ longest-running scripted series and 2026’s most Daytime Emmy Award-nominated series continues with its 54th season on Thursday, October. 8, and its 37th season as Daytime’s #1 drama on the broadcast television season.
Look for: Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) to stop at nothing to protect his family, taking decisive control of the situation with Matt Clark (Roger Howarth) while refusing to allow anything to threaten Nick’s (Joshua Morrow) sobriety. Victor presents Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott) with an intriguing business opportunity that could serve as an ulterior motive to cause havoc for his nemesis, Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman). Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) finally scores a win, but her victory forces her to decide who she truly wants in her life.
In addition, Victoria (Amelia Heinle) and Kyle (Michael Mealor) go to great lengths to keep their casual affair a secret. Stephanie (Vivica A. Fox) supports Nate (Sean Dominic) as he pursues a return to medicine. Lily (Christel Khalil) and Cane (Billy Flynn) mix business with pleasure when they team up to fight Billy’s (Jason Thompson) attempt to gain control of Chancellor Industries. With their wedding fast approaching, Billy has little time to give Sally (Courtney Hope) the support she needs, and the pressure is mounting.
In addition, Michael Fairman TV has learned stories and scripts under Y&R’s new co-head writers, Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor, begin to air on November 11.
Y&R is broadcast on weekdays on CBS (12:30-1:30 PM, ET/11:30 AM-12:30 PM, PT) and is available to stream on Paramount+**. The show is produced by Sony Pictures Television Presentation in association with Bell Dramatic Serial Co. and Corday Production, Inc. Sally McDonald is the executive producer. Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor are co-head writers.
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL
The most-watched daily drama in the world kicked off its landmark 40th season this past Tuesday, September 8 on CBS.
In story, a fierce battle between sisters Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Katie (Heather Tom) is underway, shaking up the Los Angeles fashion industry as Katie’s rising House of Logan takes on Brooke and the mighty Forrester Creations. For the first time ever, the Forresters must navigate mounting financial concerns while the younger generation – Electra (Laneya Grace) and R.J. (Brayan Nicoletti) – rally to help save the family legacy.
Meanwhile, Will (Crew Morrow) and Dylan (Sydney Bullock) grow closer, but the arrival of Dylan’s mother, Darcy (Kelly Sullivan), adds new complications to their relationship as Katie goes on the offensive to help protect her son. Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) and Carter (Lawrence Saint-Victor) must also grapple with the secret born from one unexpected night together, threatening to upend their respective marriages with Finn (Tanner Novlan) and Daphne (Murielle Hilaire).
With secrets, rivalries and family loyalties colliding, the drama builds toward a shocking twist in celebration of the series’ 40th anniversary in March 2027.
B&B is broadcast on weekdays on CBS (1:30-2:00 PM, ET/12:30-1:00 PM, PT) and is available to stream on Paramount+**. A Bell-Phillip Television production, Bradley Bell is the executive producer and head writer. Casey Kasprzyk also serves as executive producer.
BEYOND THE GATES
CBS’S newest daytime soap strides into fall packed with drama as the hit Daytime Emmy-nominated series continues its second season, with season three beginning Tuesday, December 29.
In story, the Duprees, their friends and foes will wade through a flood of fresh tests and triumphs. While some wrestle rivals old and new, others will fight for their livelihoods … and their lives. Anita (Tamara Tunie) hits a bump in the road on the way to The Articulette’s revival, while Vernon (Clifton Davis) takes charge when he gets news that dredges up the past. Dani (Karla Mosley) and Andre’s (Sean Freeman) marriage meets turbulence when mounting tensions with Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett) and Hayley (Marquita Goings) pull Dani deeper into her ex’s life.
Elsewhere, Martin (Brandon Claybon) defends his family when Smitty (Mike Manning) is dealt a devastating public blow that puts Naomi (Arielle Prepetit) and Jacob (Jibre Hordges) on opposing sides. As some relationships are strained, others are heating up. Sabotage can’t get in the way of Ted (Keith D. Robinson) and Shanice’s (Ernestine Johnson) love as they take things to the next level.
Meanwhile, Nicole (Daphnee Duplaix) is ready for more with Kial (Greg Vaughan). Madison (Kenjah) is a rock to Chelsea (RhonniRose Mantilla) when she and Kat (Colby Muhammad) can’t escape scandal and Vanessa (Lauren Buglioli) and Joey’s (Jon Lindstrom) love life fuels the fire with her daughter Deanna (Angela Fairley). As tensions simmer behind closed doors, a greater threat looms that could flip the entire community on its head.
Beyond the Gates is broadcast weekdays on CBS (2:00-3:00 PM, ET/1:00-2:00 PM, PT) and is available to stream on Paramount+**. The series is produced by CBS Studios, as part of the CBS Studios/NAACP Venture, in partnership with P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble. Created by head writer Michele Val Jean, executive producers include Val Jean, Sheila Ducksworth, Julie Carruthers, Tracey Thomson, Leon W. Russell, Derrick Johnson, Anna Saalfeld and Lela Coffey.
THE PRICE IS RIGHT
Drew Carey will “Come on Down!” for his 20th season as the host of the ever-popular game show and the longest consecutively one in television history. The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 55th season beginning Monday, September. 21.
This season, Wednesdays are getting even more exciting with “Wild Wheel Wednesday.” During the Showcase Showdown, contestants will have the chance to win not only over $100,000, but also a special prize chosen by Drew, making every spin of the Big Wheel even more thrilling. Themed episodes this season include Veteran’s Day, Halloween, Earth Day, Breast Cancer Awareness, Pet Adoption Week, Pride, Cinco De Mayo, St. Patrick’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Week. Returning this season are announcer George Gray and fan-favorite models Rachel Reynolds, Manuela Arbeláez, Amber Lancaster, James O’Halloran, Devin Goda and Alexis Gaube.
The Price is Right is produced by Fremantle and broadcast on weekdays on CBS (11:00 AM-12:00 PM, ET/10:00-11:00 AM, PT)
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
Emmy Award-winning host Wayne Brady brings more deals, big prizes and surprises when the 18th season of the game show when it returns on Monday, September. 21.
The season premiere includes a brand-new game, “Cash Course,” a ball-rolling obstacle course where Traders line up green and gold balls on a custom-designed course for a guaranteed chance to win big cash, with the opportunity to take home a grand prize of $10,000 – but look out for the spinning duck, stone toad and the octopus!
This season also marks a major milestone with the show celebrating its 3,000th episode with Brady as host. The milestone will be commemorated with a special episode airing in January 2027. Returning this season are announcer Jonathan Mangum, model Tiffany Coyne and musician Cat Gray, who all bring their signature blend of improv comedy, music, iconic games and, of course, those infamous Zonks.
Let’s Make a Deal is produced by Fremantle and broadcast on weekdays on CBS (check local listings) and is available to stream on Paramount+**
**(live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. *Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the episode airs.
So, which CBS soap opera’s fall preview has you most intrigued? Happy to know that shortly Y&R will begin to air episodes from new head writers Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Conner? Let us know via the comment section below.
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‘Beyond the Gates’ Adds Denzell Dandridge and Khiry Walker as Shanice’s Brothers

Shanice Johnson’s (Ernestine Morrison) brothers are coming to Fairmont Crest next week on all-new episodes of Beyond the Gates. Be on the lookout for Denzell Dandridge to make his debut as Lamont Johnson and Khiry Walker to debut n the role of Cedric Johnson on the Tuesday, September 8 episode.
In a video preview, Lamont and Cedric make quite a first impression on Dr. Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson), who are not so keen on the guy, who is dating their sister. Can Ted get Shanice’s siblings to have a change of heart about him? Stay tuned.
If Khiry Walker looks familiar, he has appeared in numerous television series, films and stage plays including Law & Order: Organized Crime and The Chair Company. Denzell Dandridge has also appeared across film and television projects including: Street Code Broken, Coming of Age, itfactor and The Dirty D. Dandridge. In a fun fact, Denzell is actually the great-nephew of acclaimed and groundbreaking actress, Dorothy Dandridge.
In addition, Denzell Dandridge shared on his Instagram about his casting on the CBS soap opera, “All the long nights on set. Countless auditions. Thousands of No’s. But here it is… we finally got our YES.”
Since its inception, Beyond the Gates has focused on the stories of the Dupree and Richardson families, and now with the Johnson family coming into the picture, the series has a chance to expand more characters familial background and back-story to propel future storylines.
Beyond the Gates received 15 Daytime Emmy nominations at the upcoming 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday night, October 30. The soap opera made Daytime Emmy history by racking up the highest nomination tally for its first time in the competition.
Now below, check out a preview for next week on Beyond the Gates which gives you a first look at Denzell Dandridge and Khiry Walker as Shanice’s brother. Do you hope the writers delve into the siblings story, or do you think they will just be in town to support their sister? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section.
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