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THE BAY Puts Season Three On Hold Citing Bigger Budget, Higher Production Value with Cast Intact On The Horizon!
For those expecting a season three of The Bay to pop up over the upcoming holiday season, you will have to put that on pause. In an official press release from LANY films and The Bay’s executive producer, Gregori J. Martin today, behind-the-scenes changes are the reason production is being delayed in order to bring a more enhanced quality product and viewing experience for fans of the Daytime Emmy nominated web series. Here is the official press release below!
“It’s no secret that I’ve always had a passion for quality scripted daytime drama,” states Gregori J. Martin, Executive Producer and creator of the Emmy-nominated serial drama The Bay. “The importance of scripted daytime drama can’t be overly emphasized. This is the genre that ushered in the new era of television in the 1950‘s, and is the same genre that is now ushering in a new era on a new platform – the internet. I am excited to say that as THE BAY advances to a new level in Season 3, we plan to bring scripted daytime drama back to the forefront.”
As LANY Entertainment, in association with LocoDistro and Associated Television International (ATI), makes plans for a bigger and better Season 3 online and/or on television, it’s the action taking place behind the camera that will determine when viewers are once again treated to the high-stakes drama Bay City is known for. It’s a classic example of good things coming to those who wait.
“Season 3 of The Bay promises to be the best one yet,” Martin continues. “We’re currently in the position where we must wait to take our next step. Though we can’t give a premiere date yet, we’re thrilled to announce that all of your favorite daytime veterans will be returning. We’ll have a bigger budget to work with, our production values will be higher, with better location shoots, and more. Not only will our fans have all their favorites return, but the show as a whole will look and feel even better.”
Concerning the behind the camera action, LocoDistro’s Chief Creative Officer and an Executive Producer of THE BAY Gabriel Gornell adds, “It’s an essential time for daytime dramas—and it’s important that new dramas born on the web, like The Bay, continue to push both creative and production values year after year. Basically, if daytime dramas are to thrive across new media platforms, it’s essential they provide an equal or better viewing experience to what fans have grown accustomed to in broadcast.”
Jim Romanovich, ATI’s president of worldwide media and entertainment, concurs, “Given the past success and scope of The Bay I agree we must take our time so that the quality of the production itself is everything we expect it to be and more. Season 3 of The Bay will be bigger and better, but in order for us to bring that quality of work to the table, production should only begin when all of these elements are in place.”
Gregori J. Martin concludes, “I’m both thrilled and grateful for Gabriel and Jim’s dedication and enthusiasm for the success of our show. It’s a very exciting time for The Bay! Originally anticipated to premiere in early November, The Bay Season 3 debut will be delayed until further notice, the date TBA. Until then, fans can enjoy past episodes and other perks at www.thebaytheseries.com
So soapers, what do you think of the news of The Bay’s delayed season? Are you excited that the key participants are aiming at delivering a higher quality product? Weigh-in!
It looks like the current run of Lucas Adams (Noah) and Tamara Braun (Sienna) on The Young and the Restless is coming to an end, after the Monday, August 3 edition of the CBS daytime drama revealed that Noah and Sienna are leaving Genoa City and heading back to Los Angeles.
In the storyline, Noah informed his mother, Sharon (Sharon Case) and half-sister Mariah (Camryn Grimes) that he and Sienna made the decision to move back to the West Coast to put distance between themselves and Matt Clark (Roger Howarth). Although Noah did not say it was a permanent move, he did assure his mom that once Matt is hopefully gone from Genoa City they could return.
However, as previewed already on the video teaser for this week’s episodes of Y&R (see below), it appears Noah left Genoa City’s The Shadow Room to be run by a returning Danny Romalotti (Michael Damian). So with that, coupled with today’s episode, it would appear the move could wind up being more permanent.
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COMINGS AND GOINGS
Adams made his Y&R debut on November 4, 2025 as the successor to Rory Gibson who last played Noah on-screen in April of 2023. Earlier in 2025, Gibson took over the role of Michael Corinthos on Genera Hospital replacing Chad Duell, who stepped away from the part after 15 years.
Braun who played Adam’s mother on Days of Our Lives when she was Ava Vitali and he was Tripp Dalton, first appeared on Y&R back on October 14, 2025, where we soon learned she had become Noah’s lover as the new character, Sienna Bacall. It should be noted, Adams was on contract with the number #1 soap, while Braun has been on recurring status.
With Josh Griffith now exited as head writer of The Young and the Restless, and the newly announced co-head writing team of Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor having taken his place and starting their new tenure this week, it will be interesting to see how the duo resets the show, and if a Noah and Sienna return is in the cards for the future or not.
So, what do you think about the seeming departures of Lucas Adams and Tamara Braun from The Young and the Restless? Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out our recent live chat with Tamara and Lucas on the Michael Fairman Channel.
Rosie O’Donnell revealed that she plans to head back to a seat at the table of ABC’s morning talk show The View.
The announcement came during Monday’s episode of The Tangle Podcast where she shared she will participate in “in whatever way they want” her or “just as a guest” for its upcoming 30th season.
The View’s season 30 will kick-off this fall in September. O’Donnell explained, “They’re bringing back all the hosts, I think. And, you know, I’m pretty proud of that show, what it’s become and how it really speaks to the people and to politics.”
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ROSIE ON HER PREVIOUS GO-ROUNDS ON THE VIEW
As fans of The View know, O’Donnell famously had two different one-year stints on the talk show in 2007 and again in 2014- 2015. She often feuded with then co-host Elizabeth Hasselbeck.
However, during her discussion with host, Kyle Ridley on The Tangle Podcast, O’Donnell also noted she often had tense moments with longtime moderator and anchor, Whoopi Goldberg.
O’Donnell also expressed, “Many, many people got the short end of the stick there. It was, you know, it was a factory where people were being churned in and out and their tenuous security, nobody got to be calm. It also was a show at the time that was run by a man. A show created by a woman, for women, about women, and the man was deciding what we should talk about. And that didn’t sit right with me, you know.”
Back in 2023, Brooke Shields had asked Rosie on her podcast, Now What? with Brooke Shields, about how she felt on her two stints at The View and all the controversy that surrounded it. Rosie at that time, stated, “I know this, it’s not the best use of my talent to get in a show where I have to argue and defend basic principles of humanity and kindness. It was not something I’d ever do again.”
You can check out the clip with Rosie and Kyle Ridley discussing her return to The View in some form for its upcoming 30th season below.
Then weigh-in: Would you be excited to see Rosie, even for a one-day or a week guest stint on the upcoming celebratory season of The View, or not so much? Let us know via the comment section.
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General Hospital Fan Club Weekend brought out many of your favorites to the four day event; with the main cast gathering on Saturday, August 1. Fans near and far attended the weekend held this year at the Burbank Marriott Hotel. Whether it be the main cast event or the smaller more intimate events featuring two or three cast members a great time was had by all.
Some of the cast participating in the main cast event included: Cyrus Hobbi (Yuri), Gary James Fuller (James), Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), Viron Weaver (Wiley), Paige Herschell (Jacinda), Chris McKenna (Brennan), Josh Kelly (Cody), Kayden Brenna Tokarsi (Scout), Cassandra James (Terry), Laura Wright (Carly), Dominic Zamprogna (Dante), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane), Rick Hearst (Ric), Adrian Anchondo (ex-Marco), and Chloe Lanier (ex-Nelle).
In addition to, Van Hansis (Lucas), Cameron Mathison (Drew), Ryan Paevey (ex-Cassius), Easton Rocket Sweda (Leo), Maurice Benard (Sonny), Kristen Vaganos (Molly), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis), Kate Mansi (ex-Kristina), Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth), Cynthia Watros (Nina), Kristina Wagner (Felicia) and more.
Take a look at some of the snaps from the main event arrivals below:
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GH’s Rick Hearst with on-screen daughter, Kristen Vaganos, plus Nancy Lee Grahn, and Kate Mansi.
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GH’s Maurice Benard on-hand to meet the fans.
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Jack Brennan in the house … Chris McKenna.
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Adrian Anchondo, Van Hansis and Anchondo’s boyfriend, Days of Our Lives, Colton Little.
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GH’s Josh Kelly and his gal, the former Nelle Benson of Port Charles, Chloe Lanier.
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Who is James’ father? Not Cassius or Spinelli, actually. Actors Gary James Fuller, Ryan Paevey and Bradford Anderson!
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One of General Hospital’s newest cast members, Kayden Brenna Tokarski attends her first GHFCW event.
Check out some more arrival images featuring: Laura Wright (Carly), Cassandra James (Terry), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane) and more in the gallery below.
Michael Fairman TV will be adding more images to this post in the day ahead.
So, were you glad to see so many of your GH favorites attending this year’s General Hospital Fan Club Weekend? Let us know via the comment section.
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VERY EXCITED!!!! The second season was quite amazing, so knowing that this is happening for the third season excites me. This is one series I’d love to see on television!
I think the statement says that they dont have the finances in line for season three but are optimistic about getting them somewhere down the line. Same thing as PP, big plans, no money
I’m a little sad about the delay but very excited about the possibilities for the future. I saw Gregori’s tweet about the CW and I hope that means great things for The Bay. With such great actors and story, the Bay deserves a home on television.
I’m glad that the Bay has garnered the support of great people like Jim Romanovich and Gabriel Gornell. Great people + great talent + great stories = a great show with a bright future.
The Bay is not like PP. We’ve already had two seasons and Gregori and the crew have come through every year. I know they will this year too. I saw Gregori’s tweet about the CW and I sure hope that means something good for the Bay. It deserves a home on television.
I’m very glad the Jim Romanovich and Gabriel Gornell are on board with the Bay. Great people equal a great show and nothing but a bright future ahead.
I saw a tweet that talks are on with the CW!!!! How awesome is that! This show is great and deservers to be on TV! Can’t wait!
This isn’t about whether or not there will be a season 3, but where we will watching season 3 when it premires. In talks with the CW according to some recent tweets, and rumor has it some other big online distributors are interested as well. Great news for The Bay!
Great news for The Bay! A very bright future ahead! Looking forward to Season 3 now more than ever!
I don’t think this is a good sign, no matter how they try to spin it. I’ll hope for the best.
Why?
I love this show, looking forward to season 3 and finding out what Steve has done with Sara !!! Fingers crossed it makes it to TV.
What a mess. One of the most transparent press releases in history. Not a single thing they announced makes any sense in the logical business world. People don’t announce serious, legitimate business deals to the public like that, let alone on Twitter (a.k.a. CW deal), and if the budget is bigger why didn’t they meet their indiegogo goal? Ego driven spin job from the looks of it. I would be less worried about the returning stars and more concerned with the abysmal sound quality, and pointless spinoffs. Carol is well intended but she is Gregori’s assistant after all. Instead of talking about how “big” The Bay is, just keep quiet and produce a quality show.
Why so cynical? If the show was simply delayed, I would wonder, too, but when it’s announced Gabriel Gornell and Jim Romanovich are involved after the show receives an Emmy nod….that tells me there’s something bigger going on. I take this announcement as something very positive. I’m amazed what Gregori has done with this show so far (the sound issues, etc. have not been an issue since the very first episodes) and with a greater budget and more latitude, I can only imagine how much better the show can be. The Bay can give us what today’s soaps are sorely lacking.
Keeping quiet when things are looking so good is not good business sense. Fans want to know what is going on with the show. Releasing an update that reflects what is going on behind the scenes, but not something that can be laid out fully on the table, is good business sense. Fans are important; the very reason for The Bay’s success. Season 3 of The Bay will not debut during the timeframe originally scheduled, and as the press release states, the delay is for very good reasons. The spin-offs tell an intricate part of the whole story, which has yet to be seen. Without them, the show would not be as rich. The Bay’s Emmy nomination speaks volumes as far as producing a quality show. It is an honor to be associated with and work with such astute professionals as Gregori J. Martin, Gabriel Gornell, and Jim Romanovich. The Bay is definitely big, and continues to get bigger!
I don’t think it’s bad news at all. Yes it means there’s a delay and that finances are likely still being lined up, but I think it’s very logical. As this show has grown in both quality and popularity, sponsors have come forward and it appears that there’s legitimate interest from some in TV. I understand how those things might impact the production. A show that was totally the brainchild of Gregori produced solely for fans on an extra slim shoestring is now a product that he has to take great care with in order to preserve and strengthen in order to have some of those opportunities move forward — and one that should cost a little more to produce. As a fan, I think that’s smart…and I think it’ll ultimately mean good things for watchers. Yes, Hollywood is a business…but it’s not the typical or logical business world. I have no doubt that The Bay will be back with Season 3 and i’m confident that’ll be the best, most quality season to date.
The creators of The Bay should not get carry away with greed, illusions of television riches and bigger audiences. I think they should stick with the pace they are going with breaking ground on the internet. Remember the tale of the Race between the Tortoise and the Rabbit!