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Jon Lindstrom and Cady McClain Join the Cast of ‘Beyond the Gates’
Two of daytime televisions most familiar and notable stars are coming to CBS’ newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates. In a surprise announcement during a media press conference attended by Michael Fairman TV, Jon Lindstrom (Kevin, General Hospital) and Cady McClain (ex-Dixie, All My Children, ex-Rosanna, As the World Turns and ex-Jennifer, Days of our Lives) have joined the cast of the upcoming and groundbreaking daytime drama series.
Beyond the Gates creator, executive producer, co-head writer and showrunner, Michele Val Jean revealed the casting news, expressing, “I now know the meaning of chomping at the bit because I’ve been so excited to share what we’re about to reveal. It’s my honor, my privilege, my joy, to introduce our newest cast members who are not only soap opera icons and brilliant actors, but two of my favorite people on the planet. Say hello to (the characters of) ‘Joey Armstrong’ and ‘Pamela Curtis,’ also known as Jon Lindstrom and Cady McClain.”
McClain is a three-time Daytime Emmy winner, and is the first actress to win the award for her work in three different roles on three different soaps and in three different categories. Cady won the gold in 1990, 1994, and 2021. Jon Lindstrom is a four-time Daytime Emmy nominee for his work as Craig Montgomery on As the World Turns in 2010, and as Kevin Collins and Ryan Chamberlain on General Hospital in 2019, 2020, 2023.
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On joining the cast of Beyond the Gates, Cady McClain shared, “I’m just so thrilled to be a part of this incredible, cast and this amazing show. I think it is so exciting. It’s such a beautiful production with such amazing actors. I have the great pleasure of getting to work a great deal with Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree), and we have so much fun … probably too much fun. We play very, very, very, very, very dear old friends. We get up to a bit of trouble. I think that’s all I’ll say.”
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Jon Lindstrom also gave some insight into his newest daytime role, “I would describe Joey as a bit of an entrepreneur, in a kind of way. Joey comes from the other side of the tracks. He has fought his way up in many ways, but he’s never lost his charm. Joey runs a casino, which, if you’ve ever been inside a casino, you know, a casino is kind of like what a bar is to an alcoholic. So, people can get into a lot of trouble around Joey, and Joey doesn’t like trouble. He knows how to end trouble, but he doesn’t like trouble.”
Throughout the years, Jon has been a very vocal advocate for the exquisite writing talents of Michele Val Jean. The actors credits the success of the Kevin/Ryan twin storyline to Michelle during her tenure with the GH writing team. So, when talking on his favorite part of joining the cast of Beyond the Gates, Lindstrom was very frank stating, “Michele Val Jean … that’s about all I can say about that. Everybody knows that Michelle is the best writer in the business. They may not want to admit it, especially if they’re another writer, but she is the very best in the business. To be able to come down here to this brand new spanking new studio (in Atlanta), where you could eat off the floor, I mean, usually we walk into stages where there’s dust from 1949!”
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Summing up his experience at Beyond the Gates thus far, Lindstrom said, “Every single member of this cast is incredible, and this crew who are so happy to walk through those doors every day and to be a part of something. So to me, to everybody, I think it is so groundbreaking. That’s the most special part of it at all.”
Back in April of 2024, Cady and Jon took to social media and offered up a since-deleted post at that time that they were going their separate ways after ten years of marriage. The actors met when they were both appearing on As the World Turns. There is no word yet as to what Lindstrom’s role on Beyond the Gates means for the status of his role as GH’s Kevin Collins.
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Beyond the Gates debuts on Monday, February 24 on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+ weekdays at 2PM ET/1PM PT. To get you ready for the new series, CBS is airing a five-part special Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood the week of February 17-21 weekdays from 2-2:30pm ET/1-1:30pm PT.
What do you think of both Jon Lindstrom and Cady McClain joining the cast of Beyond the Gates? Excited to see them in their new soap roles? Comment below.
Jon’s being on Beyond The Gates is a reason for me to give the show a try, just hope he isn’t leaving GH.
With what little time they give GH gives the brilliant Jon Lindstrom, I think he can easily juggle both role much like how Wally Kurth does with GH and Days.
Wait, when did Jon leave GH?
Where did it state he left General Hospital? He’s a recurring actor there, so technically he’s an employee-at-will. He’s used when needed.
He’s not on contract at GH and only shows up a handful of times a year.
Wally Kurth is on both GH and DOOL so hopefully Kevin will remain on GH though Joey sounds like a significant role so Jon will most likely to be seen more on screen in the outskirts of DC rather than in PC. I don’t think Jon would permanently leave GH to join a brand new show that is launching, but the amount of screen time he has on GH these days is hardly at all.
Good luck to them both!!! I loved them both as Craig and Rosanna on As The World Turns!
I loved them on ATWT too, but he always had that thing for Carly. BTW, do you remember that stupid nick-name he called daughter Lucy, It’s right on tip of my tongue, but can’t spit it out, OOPS, just remembered it, Lullaby, ich!
As Wally Kurth clearly exhibits, Jon can recur on both GH and BTG – especially with how seldom Kevin is used.
BTG seems to be on a shooting cycle somewhere between the current 3 broadcast shows and DAYS. BTG started filming in early November and will begin airing in late February – 3 1/2 months later. GH typically runs anywhere from 3 to 7 WEEKS ahead of air – with DAYS now being a ridiculous 8 months ahead.
Those different windows foster an environment where actors could manage their schedules and travel time to handle more than one show at a time.
Beyond The Gates tapes in Atlanta so that will be harder to juggle both shows.
Very interesting Can’t wait for behind the gates
THIS is a big get for them! This is Cady McClain’s first-ever original daytime role, so I am very happy for her! Hoping both roles are lasting for the pair of them!
Gee, I always felt she had a substantial part on AMC until she ate the pancakes, or was that someone else?
Yes, she did. But what Scott means is that Cady was a recast for Dixie, Rosanna and Jennifer so this will be her first daytime role that she created.
Got it, thanks for clarifying.
She was also a recast for Kelly Andrews onY and R, taking over the role from Cynthia Watros
Can’t stand Cynthia Watros from way back on GL and do not remember her at all on Y&zR.
The best news ever! I’ve been looking forward to the debut for months!
Hope this doesn’t mean Jon is leaving GH, although I certainly wouldn’t blame him if he did. They’ve had nothing whatsoever for him since they killed off Ryan. Really a shame that he never won an Emmy for that storyline.
I don’t have time in my life to devote to another daily M-F show at this point, but I wish Beyond The Gates success. I’m for anything that helps keep the genre alive!
If he’s recurring on Beyond the Gates, then he’s capable of doing both. Although, considering he’s a recurring player at General Hospital, he has no need to remain. If Gates is willing to use him while General Hospital is not, I don’t blame him for going to where he’s actually wanted.
The sad thing is more than half of the characters on GH could benefit from intensive psychotherapy.
Or, you know, they could just disappear and lighten up an overpacked canvas.
This is true.
This is great news! Two more reasons to watch Beyond the Gates.
Well, I was undecided about watching this show but now I know for sure I’ll be watching since two of my most favorite stars will be joining it.Wonder if Jon will still be on GH?
If this show fails will the talk return
No.
saw Cadyof all, i have enjoyed the 1st week of Beyond the Gates. I saw Cady in today’s episode…..I havent seen her since she played Dixie on AMC…..so glad to see her again! Looking forward to seeing Jon on BTG soon – so glad he is not leaving GH! Perhaps he will be on 2 soaps, like Wally Kurth does?
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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.
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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