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Sally Kellerman Cast In New Role On The Young and the Restless!
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Hot Lips in Genoa City? Looks like it! According to TV Line this afternoon, motion picture and television veteran Sally Kellerman has been tapped to play a new role on CBS’ The Young and the Restless!
The part is that of “Constance Bingham” who as of now is a mystery woman! What has been revealed is that Kellerman will first air in November, she’ll be around for multiple episodes, and she’ll interact with several Genoa City favorites.
Over the last several years, Y&R has been utilizing many veterans of TV land in roles from George Kennedy, to Catherine Bach, tot he late Bonnie Franklin, to Ray Wise and more, into their soap opera family.
Kellerman is best known for her role as Hot Lips Houlihan in the motion picture version of M*A*S*H,where she earned an Academy Award nomination!
So what story do you see Constance Bingham coming on to the canvas of Y&R? Who might she be connected to? Share your thoughts on the casting of Kellerman and the upcoming arrival of Constance below!
Good grief. Tired of all the new characters.
They’re just getting warmed up…the new writer starts soon!
4ever DAYS…YEP!!!!! And…once Chuck CHUCKY Pratt starts writing for/ruining Y&R, he’ll end up doing 2X DAMAGE (and beyond) than that soulless JFP!!!!! S-a-d.
She will probably play a psychic with an apartment full of cats! .
Your comment kills me! LOL
lol…i have a sister with an apartment full of cats but not a psychic…she is on her own planet…lol
So funny…love the wry humor !!
This is ridicoulos casting, Please bring back Tricia Cast as Nina Webster and also Sheila Carter. I miss Kimberlin Brown so much as Sheila Carter. Grainger. Forrester and Warwick. Man Sheila loves to marry men lol. Liz Taylor nobody can beat. LOL. too many newbies coming to The young and The Restless. Who is next Rosie O Donnel, Paris Hilton or Jessica Simpson lol. you know what I mean, this casting is getting very silly and ridicoulos. Might as well call Kim Kardashian or Nicole Ritchie for a cameo lol. Just kidding folks.
Well, Claudio, you’re right. I thought it was The Y O U N G And The Restless. No offense, but, if an older character is to come on stage, then it wish it were someone with whom we younger fans are familiar.
There are many young people inY&R. They need older people because Catherine is gone. I enjoy all ages. From children to the 90 year olds, they all bring something to the show. Pay attention to the older people, one day when you are their age, you will wish you had!
KateA, I could not agree more. However, let’s not bussing actors who were big in the 70’s and 80’s into town. Let’s use soap actors who are out of work! Yes, Jeanne Cooper died but I know of a very classy, incredibly talented beautiful actress of a certain age whose soap went off the air, and who is raring to work. She can play many different personalities/characters at the same time too but only requires salary for one.
I will give you three guesses as to whom I am referring and the first two do not count.
I would be happy with that outcome also!
I see Y&R copying GH ..
GH is never stale because of new people who bring new stories, and then they leave..lol
GH is doing very well with their way of doing things..
Y&R needed help (yawn) and saw GH was doing really well with new peoples stories.
Y&R hardly ever brought in new people until recently…
Y&R brought Tristin in and wasted him, terribly wasted him.. shame on them.. LOL
Well, what works for GH just might work for Y&R, they are trying..
Gotta the love both soaps.. !! 🙂
…………………… Long live Y&R!! (and GH..
su0000, you are so right. Tristan is being wasted, big time! Get him away from Jill and give him something to do.
Oh please. Y&R is not copying GH. Do you not recall Bonnie Franklin? She appeared on Y&R way before GH started their own stunt casting with the likes of Donna Mills.
Having said that, I am tired of the stunt casting from both of my soaps. I love Sally Kellerman. I love Donna Mills. But these soaps need to pay fidelity to their own core characters–this type of stunt casting is not necessary. Honestly, I keep getting all excited when I hear someone new is coming to either GH or Y&R. I am looking for Erika Slezak to appear as the new matriarch on either Y&R or GH. But SU00, just so you know I am not always trying to be contrary to your opinions, I do agree with you about Y&R’s handling of that gem of an actor, Tristan Rogers.
He was wasted on Y&R with very dull and badly written storylines. I liked him with Jill–they are a hoot together and they did their best to rise above the redundant and limited writing. I wish I could say I harbor some hope that the new head writer would give this talent the writing he deserves, but suffice to say, I will not hold my breath.
hey harry 🙂
I wasn’t clear the way I said ”new people” I included all the many many vets GH brought back..
I would have to say GH is awesome with bringing vets back!
it’s always fun to see them all again!
Tristin should be in the mix with all his buddies, the bad guys, at GH now.
He is needed!
And Harry– it’s always fun to share an opinion with you ..
Ohh and.. I am excited for Pratt to start and put a fire under Y&R, it is badly needed..
Su00.
Today’s Y&R was good–not one scene in which I felt compelled to go scour the bathroom. I do want Tristan back on GH. On that score we certainly agree.
What a shame JFP isn’t tapping into veteran actresses she worked with on OLTL like Erika, Robin, or Hillary. Oh wait she is anti daytime and pro primetime.
I agree. Daytimers should take of each other.
Timmm…y-e-s…they should. But, sadly, that’s not always the case……….
I keep hoping primetime will take her away, FAR FAR AWAY!!!!!
Now, that’s more like it, Melador. I would welcome any of those ladies with open arms.
She’ll lock ‘HOT’ lips, over drinks, with lover Maureen…lol
It has always been my deepest hope that Phyllis and Avery’s mother would come town, but the name of this character doesn’t mesh with them, so my hopes are once again dashed. Since she is coming in November the character will most likely be connected to one of sweeps stories. November sweeps stories are usually the best, so it looks good for this character to be in thick of whatever they have planned
Seriously, Con wont have any ‘family ties’ to Maureen like in my silly joke…she has ties to Ian Ward and will have revenge against Dullian ect.
As always, jimh, your suggestions are sound. Thinking along those lines, this Constance character could very well have been part of Ian’s ‘cult’.
Read other articles on this. She is going to play a grandmother in a wheelchair. Sounds like Sharon’s mom Doris to me.
Sounds like she is Sharons mom now…but it would be great if she had other ties like belonging to Wards cult or having other children Sharon is unaware of which would mean Sharon has a brother or sister coming to town…newbie Joe could be her brother for example…just a thought!!!
That would be great Jim. For Doris to do something other than to either be there for Sharon or to reprimand her, which I remember her doing often.
jimh…let me tell ya’…at this point, I would S-A-L-U-T-E ANY Y&R CHARACTER getting ANY KIND of revenge on that walking and talking STIFF AS A BOARD Dylan!!!!! LOL!!!!!
Take care, Jim. Peace.
This is just so out of hand at this point. What is the norm now? A new character
every month??
Maybe it’s one of Victor’s past flames. Lol
And to think…the new writer hasn’t taken over yet!
Y & R has proven very lucrative for former sitcom stars. Its nice they can get some work and is usually a hoot seeing them. If they can enhance the story a little…why not? These stunt casts are never at the expense of veterans so it is okay.
I don’t think Sally was a sitcom star– she was in the movie MASH, not the television show. As a Trekkie I remember her most for her role in the 2nd pilot for the original Star Trek the series– called Where No Man Has Gone Before—
Lol…that’s what my husband says to me all the time…Mary, Mary….I’m so naughty…lol.
I remember her from that Rodney Dangerfeld comedy called, Back to School.
She played an English literature professor. Every time I see her I hear Rodney saying,”Hey professor–why don’t you come over some time and help me straighten out my Longfellow?”
True, J. But was this actress on any memorable sitcom?…..I mean one that is etched in viewers minds? I never heard of this woman. Okay, she was in the movie MASH, as Hot Lips…..but I would have never known that or her if I hadn’t googled her.
I am familiar with the episodes….my dad watches whenever reruns of MASH are televised…That’s his era. But, I thought Loretta Swit played that role. I didn’t even know there was a movie !!!!! Way before my time, I guess.
And, that’s the crux of the matter. So many older actors/actresses are presented that just sweep by and then are never again seen. Obviously, there must be a reason for this character to appear. Perhaps she’s heralding a more significant character to a plot?
In that case, Jimh’s idea that somehow Ian Ward is involved with her appearance makes sense.
We shall see, albeit sometimes it is hard to keep all the ducks in a row…Y&R is starting to look like Grand Central.
Stunt casting has been done for decades and fans enjoyed the appearances of many movie and primetime stars like Liz Taylor, Carol Burnett ect. ect. and there were never any complaints…now there is which i think is ridiculous…if daytime stars can make guests appearances in primetime then there should be no problem with primetime stars working in daytime…whether its tv, movies or stage any actor should be welcomed no matter where the job is!!!
Well, jimh…that just shut me right up. LOL
jimh-
”stunt casting” usually is a star, I’ve never heard of Sally Kellerman.. lol
They should hire Henry Winkler to appear on the show as Fonz and change the CD’s in the Jukebox at Crimson! They are always the same ones!
At least I would know it’s the Fonz. Who doesn’t know the Fonz ? LOL
and I LOVE Henry Winkler. He was so good as the Bluth’s inept and corrupt family attorney on Arrested Development.
With our luck, and with what has been transpiring, we will probably get Suzanne Summers demonstrating her Thigh Master to Victor Newman.
I’m thinking Carrie Nye as Susan Piper on Guiding Light. Diva glamour, mystery ….. bring it on, Sally!
Mark…oh, dude…I remember Carrie Nye from the GL days. Carrie’s character of Susan Piper was ALL KINDS OF CREEPY!!!!! But…Carrie made her Susan Piper character BEYOND ENTERTAINING!!!!! Example: Whenever Susan said the word ‘dahling’, both me and my mom ended up LOL…EVERY TIME!!!!! Dude…oh how I miss Guiding Light. Soap-wise, those were the days. Sigh.
Take care, Mark.
A-C-E-S!!!!!
Wow! Hot Lips? ….had to look her up…never heard of her.
Watch the movie version of Mash if it airs or if you can rent it…make it a movie date night with your husband…its a good movie and im positive both of you will enjoy it!!!
They called her the thinking man’s sex symbol way back in the 70’s. That’s what my dad said, anyway.
So who was the un thinking man’s sex symbol of the 70’s? Suzanne Summers?
Hi, jimh. Before I go back to my students, I will make a point of watching more of the old movies, and DARK SHADOWS which you mention quite a few times. You have piqued my interest.
My grandparents have an arsenal of these movies. I have watched MADAME X, CASABLANCA,GONE WITH THE WIND,TWO WOMEN ,SOME LIKE IT HOT, TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD, and soooo many others…mostly during the holidays.
I really don’t have that much time. My new baby will be 5 months old on the 25th…maternity leave is almost over . I also have a 5 year old. So, soon my time will be very limited. Thank God for my Mommy, whose help is immeasurable.
I really do love the old movies. I am enraptured by Gregory Peck and Alan Ladd…they were hot. Also the clothes were so chic. Gran says those were the days, while Nanna bemoans the shoulder pads and pencil-thin eyebrows.
I love Meredith Baxter in her role as Maureen and I hope Sally K. is her secret or not-so lover. These divas are quirky and cool and I think the “regular” actors enjoy working with them.
A Baptistery. That’s assuming Meredith’s character is lesbian. We don’t know that…unless I missed something. But, I’d rather she be paired with Nikki, if that’s the case.
lol…i joked about that scenerio above!!!
I do not know why people are getting upset over a new character, that will only be around for a few episodes! I think it’s a great idea for shows to bring in guest stars for limited time, in order to bring in much needed fresh air from time to time. My only problem is when they do the whole “mystery character” who is suppose to have a surprising connection to a character already on canvas, I usually end up disappointed in the connection being weak and having no value to the storyline.
And what will they do?? Involve her in either the sharon/phyllis mess or the Avery/Joe debacle that’s sure to come. For once why can’t these veteran actresses/actors be given a whole story that focuses on them and not throw them into the mix of current storylines. An older actor to rival Victor in business..he doesn’t have to have 50,000,000 relatives…an older actress who is heading her own company and very powerful..anything but throwing them into the midst of already bad drama. Creating a meaningful character from a veteran of stage and screen and tv could quite possibly wake a writer up and make them look at the whole canvas. Oh who knows. They certainly don’t care. At least she’s working again.
They will never learn. Enough with the stunt casting, write stories that intertwine new and vetran actors and if you need to bring on new characters, dig into the past and bring back some of the old characters for short story arcs.
As much as I like Gina Tognoni she is always going to be under the shadow of Michelle Stafford. They should have brought her on as Phyllis but really Sheila Carter and show the real Phyllis died years ago.
This is whuy your lucky if I watch one full episode a week. how the ratings for this pile of garbage are still high is beyond me.
I’m already more impressed with GT than I ever was MS. At least GT doesn’t exaggerate every word and motion for emphasis; which drove me crazy with MS.
I believe the ratings are high because it’s the best soap on a TV and always has been. I don’t watch piles of garbage for entertainment…not sure why someone would.
Gail…you are so RIGHT ON!!!!! I’ve always thought that Gina Tognoni was a WAY BETTER ACTRESS than Michelle Stafford. Guess what??? I still do. But that’s just me. Furthermore, I LIKE what GT is bringing to the Y&R TABLE!!!!! Yes, indeed!!!!! As for Michelle Stafford…Michelle who?????
Take care, Gail. Peace.
Jay and Gail. You both think Gina is a better actress than Michelle because SHE is the better actress.
I always thought MS was one note. Whatever the scene, her tone of voice was always the same.
Gina already owns this role. She is knocking it out of the ballpark,
Why do some sound like this has never happened before: Peggy Cass, Sammy Davis, Carol Burnett have all made cameo to longer appearances in daytime over the years and movie actors such as Joan Bennet and Mcdonald Carey took on staring roles on soaps but suddenly now there is an outrage when it happens today?…so what if primetime comes to daytime…Hollywood rarely gives acting jobs for many actors over 50…its great that daytime still has a place for them(ok, sometimes soaps are no better with mature actors like Leslie/Monica on GH for example) but they still give many something to do…now i understand viewers fustrations on ‘does my show need a newbie’ or ‘why not hire a former soap star’ but why is it congratulations to a daytime star who finds primetime or movie work but not for a primetime or movie actor when they get a daytime gig??? Just a thought!!!
Always can depend on you to be a voice of sanity on this site– you forget to mention Jeanne Cooper was a name movie star when she took the role of Katherine, for truly professional actors a gig is a gig
Sally was and is no doubt still is a wonderful dramatic actress– the movie MASH wasn’t a comedy comedy and she was flawless in it. Plus as I said earlier as a Trekkie I remember her most for her appearance in the classic Star Trek the television series.
I don’t mind so call stunt casting as much as I mind those guest spots that have nothing to do with the story but are just there so some famous person can come on for one day– just for them—a role has to created or their appearance has to be justify, which disrupts the flow of the show— but casting a name for a role that was going to be there regardless of who played it, that’s different- but as I see on this site not too many of the younger folk even knew who she was, so if they were counting on her name to bring in viewers it may have backfired.
Thank you Mary, i can depend on you for reminding me on things i shouldnt forget…like legendary Jeanne Cooper…and give yourself some credit too…you have been a great voice of sanity yoursel…i always read and look forward to your comments!!!
Jim, you make a good point. I do love Kellerman. I sit corrected.
I will shut up now.
I suppose, jimh, it is because we find comfort with what is familiar to us. You mentioned Joan Bennett and Carol Burnett , for example. If I had to choose, I would pick Carol Burnett to come to be part of one of my soaps. Why? Because I know her. I have no idea who Joan Bennett is?
Perhaps I am not expressing myself well…I am botching it. But, it has nothing to do with ageism…
I respect the elderly; it is from them I gather much of my learning, whether it be how to solve a problem or how to discipline children etc. But, Y&R is going a bit overboard. JMO.
Perhaps I shouldn’t put my foot in it because Constance may turn out to be an integral part to a very important storyline, fundamentally speaking. I hope it is the prolonged , who’s the Daddy? Nick or Jack?
Yes, I know it’s Nick…but, another twist may arise…who knows!!!
CeeCee, you never watch old movies…my girl, you’re missing out on some real entertaining classics like 1950s ‘Father Of The Bride’ staring Spencer Tracy, Liz Taylor, and JOAN BENNET!!! Joan also costarred with Katherine Hepburn in 1930s version of ‘Little Women'(by the way i own a 1933 deck of ‘Little Women’ playing cards with a picture of the stars on the cover including Joan and Kate)…plus Joan was one of the great stars of the 1960s daytime supernatural soap opera ‘Dark Shadows’ which you can check out on Youtube if you have it and see Joan as Collins matriarch Elizabeth Collins Stoddard…Joan was a very talented and classy actress!!!
jimh..
To get a big star or just a star, to appear on a soap is big big big money, these days..
Media was very different back in 70’s when Liz and Carol did a guest spot..
these days it will cost, and a lot ..
and– GH doesn’t need stunt stars, it is bursting with stars!
Maura West, Michelle Stafford, Billy Miller, Roger Howarth, Michael Easton..
Finola Hughes, Maurice, Anthony Geary, Jane Elliot, Kathleen Gati ..
wow huh!!!.. and more and more!
GH don’t need no big stars heh it has them 🙂
Yeah su…i agree partially with you…GH and all soaps have great stars but primetime, movies and daytime are full of stars of equally talent and shouldnt be limited to one specific area where one is only allowed to act…what if primetime shows never hired an actor because he or she appeared on soaps and only hired primetime stars for primetime shows…many movie actors appear on stage…should plays only hire stage actors…that wouldnt be right…an actor should act anywhere no matter their past experience…like i said soap stars can act in primetime or movies so why not viceversa…its no big deal to me…its been done for decades!!!
I actually think Su00 makes some good points, Jim. When the late great Elizabeth Taylor appeared on GH, the soap genre (GH in particular) was going strong so there was more of a generous spirit coming from the soap fans.
Some of us are feeling shrill and defensive of our soaps and want to see the core characters on more while being afforded stronger, more character driven story lines.
But I am so on your page about the old classics. This Thursday on TCM two of my favorties, The Ghost of Mrs. Muir and Portrait of Jenny will be on.
That said, Sally Kellerman seems like a doll and I love her lilting speaking voice.
You youngsters–watch the old classics–they do not disappoint and while Birth of a Nation is before my time, I do know it was the first motion picture released to theaters.
Rumor has it that she is going to play Sharon’s mom Doris.
I thought Doris was in a wheelchair. And, I doubt she’s that old.
Other articles have already stated that the character that Sally Kellerman is playing is a grandmother in a wheelchair. Which would mean Doris. Why bring on another grandmother in a wheelchair?
Uhoh !! Does anyone ales see the similarities between Nina’s awakening and Phyllis’s? Will Phyllis go on a rampage also, ( the destruction of Silas’s room) or will she keep that ‘just under the surface’ rage contained?
It feels like déjà vu. (already seen)…..except out was on GH.
Also, I don’t understand why Kelly is so invested in Nick’s and Sharon’s wedding ??
I am assuming the church is episcopalian. It looks catholic…….if it is, it would be another faux pas by TPTB. divorcees are not allowed to marry in the Catholic Church….never ever!!! Unless, widowed or the previous marriage is annulled.
CeeCee…I don’t understand it, either. Weird.
CeeCee ..
..Why ” Kelly is so invested in Nick’s and Sharon’s wedding”
Well,
Kelly is a loser and trying to impress everyone by being a great wedding planner..
.. Kelly the Wedding Planner … lol
((I do not like the Dixie Cooney character ..lol
Kate A…you have completely missed my point. Please do not lecture me on ageism. I have four grandparents and two great-grandparents. I enjoy them and their wisdom very much. We will all be old someday. I would like an older person to stay permanently as Catherine. Dool has Caroline…I like that, so please , with all due respect, re-read my posts before you address me personally. Thank you.
“In a casting call released last month, Constance was described as “a sweet and old fashion grandmother who, is active and alert even though she’s in a wheelchair.” Y&R noted in the casting call that it wanted a “name” actress for the part.” Grandmother in a wheelchair. Who does that sound like? Easy. Sharon’s mother Doris. Constance is obviously a fake name so that people don’t know it is Doris. Sharon is in a hot storyline that will probably come to a head in time for November sweeps and she will need her mom. Or her mom will come to tell her how wrong she is, like she has always done.
Okay, I understand your reasoning, Janet. But, why the subterfuge? Is the fake name for the viewer’s benefit? Why? I’m confused. I mean, Doris never had to use a fake name in the past whenever she felt her daughter needed her….so, why now?
It’s not the character who wants to remain secret. Y&R has a history of keeping returning characters a secret until they air. Like when Donna recently returned or when Philip Chancellor came back from the dead. The show does not want anyone to know it is Doris.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination, ‘It Was to Honor Leslie Charleson’
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award nominations kicked-off on Monday with the announcements of four major categories including, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series — Actor, and among the nominees is General Hospital’s Steve Burton (Jason Morgan).
Burton is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner in the Supporting Actor category for his roles as GH’s Jason and his turn as Dylan McAvoy on Y&R. However, Steve is yet to win in the Lead Actor category and he has received 11 nominations along the way in his daytime career.
Following the reveal that he is a 2026 Daytime Emmy nominee, he and his GH co-star, podcast co-host and comedy show partner, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli) taped a special edition of their That’s Awesome podcast just featuring Burton’s reaction to the news.
Photo: JPI
FOR LESLIE CHARLESON
Steve expressed, “I know it’s such a cliche to say, ‘I’m just so honored to be nominated.’ But truly, I’m so grateful to be nominated, so grateful to just be on the show off and on for 30 plus years and to be nominated with the guys in my category. Just to get the opportunity. Frank (Valentini, executive producer, GH) texted me right away. I was just like, ‘Thank you for the opportunity to get to do what I do.'”
Taking in the moment, Burton thanked those who helped him select the material for his nominated reel. “Unless you win, you don’t get to say things. So. I’m going just say a few things: Elizabeth Korte (co-head writer, GH) helped me a lot with the material, (as did) Michelle Henry, who’s a producer on the show, Laura Wright (Carly, GH), and then my wife Michelle (Lundstrom). I believe it was Jill Phelps who told me that when A Martinez felt like he had a great show or great scenes, he would mark it down. So, when Emmy time comes, you have all the show numbers written down, and you don’t have to think about it, because that’s half the battle (finding the material).
Burton explained how meaningful this nomination is for him, because of playing the scenes of Jason losing Monica, and his closeness with the late, great Leslie Charleson.
“The nomination’s an amazing thing, and it’s beautiful, but really it’s to honor Leslie Charleson. A lot of my material was because of her, and how I started on the show as a Quartermaine, it just means a ton,” shared Burton. “Maurice Benard (Sonny, GH) has obviously has been instrumental, and I’ve said it from day one and I’ll shout it from the rooftops. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here, and to be working with the people that we work with is incredible.”
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SHOULD JOHN OLIVER BE NAMED HOST OF THE DAYTIME EMMYS?
During the end of his conversation with Anderson, Steve suggested that the host of the Daytime Emmy should be Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver, who recently guest starred as the head of the WSB named Z on General Hospital, and is soon to show up on Days of Our Lives in a mystery role in August.
Thus far, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has not revealed their host for the upcoming ceremony to be held on October 30 in a venue to be named in Hollywood, California.
You can watch Steve sharing his reaction to receiving his 2026 Lead Actor Daytime Emmy nomination below on a special segment on the That’s Awesome podcast.
Now let us know, are you glad that Steve chose scenes surrounding Jason mourning the loss of the woman that raised him, Monica Quartermaine for his Emmy reel? What do you think of John Oliver as a suggestion to host the Daytime Emmys? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
Monday on Entertainment Tonight, the second set of nominations for the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards were announced which included the highly-coveted Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series – Actress and Outstanding Daytime Talk Series.
ET followed suit after Extra announced the nominees, as previously reported, in the Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series – Actor and Outstanding Daytime Talk Host.
Now, five leading ladies of the soaps are vying for the gold for Lead Actress and the category marked the first-ever nominations for CBS daytime’s Beyond the Gates when two actresses made the final cut. Only General Hospital is not represented among the actresses this year after Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis) took home the trophy last year.
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THE FIVE LEADING LADIES OF THE SOAPS ARE …
The 2026 Lead Actress nominees are: Stacy Haiduk (Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives, Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless, Heather Tom (Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful, and Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree), Beyond the Gates.
This marks the first Daytime Emmy nominations for Karla Mosley and Tamara Tunie. In addition, this marks the first-time in her career that Stacy Haiduk had received a Lead Actress nod after two Supporting Actress nominations.
Meanwhile, Michelle Stafford had previously won 3 Emmys – 2 for Lead Actress and 1 for Supporting, but this recognition makes it her 11th overall nomination.
Heather Tom currently is tied for the most all-time Daytime Emmy wins with One Life to Live alum and General Hospital guest star, Erika Slezak. The B&B star has 19 nominations throughout her career.
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DAYTIME TALK SERIES
In the Outstanding Daytime Talk Series category, the nominees are: 3rd Hour of Today, The Drew Barrymore Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, Live with Kelly and Mark, Today with Jenna and Friends and The View.
“We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television,” NATAS president and CEO Adam Sharp said in a statement on the nominations. “As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
The rest of the nominations will be revealed tomorrow on Tuesday July 14 starting on The View and then the full list of nominees in both the main and creative arts will be released by NATAS. The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards are slated for October 30th in Hollywood, California.
So, what do you think about the women who are vying for the Lead Actress Daytime Emmy? Happy with who got in? Who do you feel got snubbed? What do you think of the nominees for Daytime Talk Series? Weigh-in via the comment section.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’ Marks Unprecedented 16,000th Episode Milestone with New Cast Photo
Today’s Monday, July 13 episode of General Hospital marks it 16,000 episode to air on the ABC television network. It is a remarkable milestone. The previous television record was held by Guiding Light which clocked in at 15,762 episodes before it went off the air on CBS in 2009.
To mark the occasion, the cast, crew and creative team of General Hospital celebrated with a cake-cutting ceremony on the Prospect Studios lot in Los Angeles back on Monday, June 1, 2026.
In addition, GH has released a new cast photo taken the day of the on set celebration. Pictured in the photo are front row: Rory Gibson, Finn Carr, Kayden Brenna Tokarski, Asher Antonyzyn, Giovanni Mazza, Braedyn Bruner, Dean Geyer and Nathan Dean.
Featured in the back row are: Tabyana Ali, Eden McCoy, Josh Swickard, Kristen Vaganos, Rebecca Herbst, Dominic Zamprogna, Alexa Havins, Cameron Mathison, Brooke Kerr, Cynthia Watros, Steve Burton, Finola Hughes, Jane Elliot, Maurice Benard, Laura Wright, Maura West, Donnell Turner, Nancy Lee Grahn, Tanisha Harper, Kelly Thiebaud, Kristina Wagner, Lynn Herring, Chris McKenna, Katelyn MacMullen and Sawandi Wilson.
In addition, the official GH social media handles shared these sentiments along with some other photos from the cake cutting: “Today’s episode of General Hospital is the 16,000th produced since the show’s inception in 1963. It’s a milestone we couldn’t let pass by without taking some time to celebrate as a family (and, of course… eating some cake). 🍰 We hope you enjoy watching it as much as we did making it.”
WHAT WILL HAPPEN ON THE 16,000th Episode?
The 16,000th episode will feature Jason Morgan returning to the town of Port Charles, Anna and Valentin (James Patrick Stewart) reuniting, and a new surgeon, Dr. Tristan Roberts (Dean Geyer) joining the staff of ‘General Hospital.’
GENERAL HOSPITAL HOLDS SEVERAL RECORDS
Now in its 64th year, Emmy Award-winning daytime drama General Hospital is currently both the longest-running scripted American drama and the longest-running American soap opera currently in production.
General Hospital holds the record for the most Outstanding Daytime Drama award wins, taking home the prestigious Daytime Emmy Award a record 18 times. Will they do it again and make it 19 in 2026? Stay tuned for the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations tomorrow on Tuesday, July 14 to find out if GH will be going for gold in the category, once again.
The ABC daytime drama series was created by Frank and Doris Hursley and premiered back on April 1, 1963. Frank Valentini is the current executive producer with Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten are the show’s co-head writers.
General Hospital airs weekdays on ABC and streams on Hulu.
What do you think of the new cast photo marking General Hospital’s 16000th episode? What do you think of the accomplishment to have that many episodes of a television show and its still thriving and kicking? Share your thoughts and congrats for everyone in front of the camera and behind the scenes on this milestone airing.
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