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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Don Diamont Weighs-in on if We Might See the Return of ‘Luna’ and Lisa Yamada

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Back in September, Lisa Yamada exited The Bold and the Beautiful under much speculation, when her character of Luna Nowaza was dragged away in handcuffs and apparently headed to prison for the murders of her biological father, Tom (Clint Howard), Il Giardino waiter Paul “Hollis” Hollister, and for the kidnapping of Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) among other charges (tampering with DNA results, etc).

In the story, Luna made her mother Poppy (Romy Park) take the fall for the murders, while she had a master plan to snag the man, Dollar Bill Spencer (Don Diamont), who at first was believed to be her father, only to find out he was not and now she was moving in on him, romantically, in an effort to life the high life that comes with all of his moolah.

This week, Don Diamont and Heather Tom (Katie) visited You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel where they discussed Luna’s character turn, her kisses on the unsuspecting Bill Spencer, and even offered up a tease if indeed Yamada and Luna might be back the B&B canvas sooner than later. The soap opera has kept mum on the status of Yamada with the show since her exit.

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Diamont shared when he was clued-in before taping the scenes where Luna launched into her first lip-lock with Bill. “I knew a bit about it before I actually saw the script. I thought it was great. What a great unsuspecting turn. I loved it,” enthused Diamont. “You know, up to that point in the story, she’d been pretty milquetoast, sweet, sweet, everything, puppies and sunshine. This was such a wonderful opportunity for Lisa to show what she could do and she killed it. I was so proud of her. She knocked it out of the park.”

Six-time Daytime Emmy-winner Heather Tom, who revealed she is now script writing for B&B as well as directing and acting added, “Everybody was like, ‘Oh! This is who she is. This is a character we’ve got to keep around.’ Lisa was so good it at it that everyone went, “Oh! Finally, there’s the character!” This is like some cool psychological craziness.” Diamont joked, “Bill was very clear. ‘You can only kiss me 15 more times! That’s all! Stop! Stop!”‘

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For weeks now, there has been online chatter and discussion of just what is the fate of Luna after being hauled off to jail, and possibly landing in a mental institution off-camera. Many viewers think Luna might come back as she has more terrorizing left to do. Diamont offered up, “My personal feeling is that it would be wonderful, because as I said, I think she’s just scratching the surface her talent. Personally, I really care for her. She’s just a sweet, sweet girl. I really enjoyed working with her, and I just think there’s story there, but that’s above our pay grade.”

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Tom conquered, “Way above our pay grade, but I second that, because I feel also that energy is something that we could really use on the show right now – that kind of off, a little crazy, a little maniacal, you know? I mean, just send her to a psychiatric institution and then bring her back.”

Diamont also mentioned the back-story of Luna with her mother that was brought to light. The actor, who is celebrating his 40-year milestone in the soaps this year, feels there is more potential drama for the show in the future with this story. “I thought it was really interesting and I wasn’t aware of it, but on the airshow, Luna tells tells Li (Naomi Matsuda) in their confrontational scene, how bad it was with Poppy, and the amount of men that she was bringing home. This wasn’t the occasional fling that she would have. This was kind of habitual behavior, that it was really detrimental for her and for all that Nozawa power stuff.  I think Poppy inflicted some damage (on Luna).”

You can check out the entire livestream conversation with Don and Heather below.

Now let us know, do you think Luna and her portrayer, Lisa Yamada, may be coming back to The Bold and the Beautiful? If so, when do you think the powers-that-be would trigger her on-screen return? Comment below.

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Nothing again against Luna or the actress. But we would rather get informations about Thomas Matt Atkinson’s current status on B&B. He was voted most popular actor by CBS fans last year. Thousands of fans have been begging for crumbs of informations for 6 months and we still have no idea when or even IF he is returning to B&B soon. It’s utterly disrespectful from TPTB to leave us in limbo for so long. We want to know Michael Fairman. Thank you.

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I hope she is coming back the storyline was unique and definitely had you glued to the set unlike the return of Taylor

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Get rid of Luna

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Just get rid of Luna. She’s a terrible actor. Let somebody kill her in prison or something. Don’t the writers know how terrible of an actor she is. Just hire another actor for Bill.

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Seriously luna was the best storyline B and B has had since Sheila and her crazy self.
Luna was dressed to the nines every scene. Hair,nails and read her lines perfectly. I am 65 years young and I absolutely loved her part and her mom.

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Must say that Forrester pays their Interns so well , that Luna could present herself on a daily basis, with all the fancy clothes she was able to afford. I hope she looks good in orange these days.

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She was all paint d up like a hussy. Lipstick up to her nose. Long ghetto claws. Come on now oeople

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I certainly agree,she looked like a Street Walker.

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We need Poppy and Bill to get back together, and since no one really knows Luna farther, DNA been tampered with, let it comeback Bill is Luna farther, kissing him was just the Mental health part she went through with her mom and the guys in her life.

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I’m glad she’s coming back that’s what makes the world go around on soap operas!

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I can really do without those two, mother and daughter, I call a Train Wreck.! Don’t know which is worse, they are certainly old enough to know better, and neither have any morals. They are man hungry as well as money hungry!

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I agree

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She killed two people. I don’t know how you justify her being free and back in town. I like her as an actress just know that I’m tired of writers writing ridiculous endings to stories when they have killed off someone or written them out of the show only to find out that they were important to the show. I will say usually I can tell the end of it of a storyline because they’re so repetitive. This story line was new and no one figured out the ending. It was a surprise and I loved it. Same old line again, Taylor comes back, has a disease, doesn’t want anyone to know (but tells Ridge), she is dying. She tells Ridge not to tell anyone. That storyline is so old it’s pitiful. Ridge should say I will not share your information with anyone, but I will not lie to Brooke. This is where he will be supporting her quietly, silently, while Brook is forced to look on and thinks there’s an affair going on! Please writers get a life. Don’t do that again thank you. Tell Stephanie to sit down and shut up. If she was so worried about mothers and fathers raising their children why the hell is she not with Liam raising their child. It’s called divorce for a reason. She’s a grown woman and whining about wanting her mother and father being together is so juvenile! For once let someone say no to keeping a secret from their loved one. Writers try that for a much needed change. Question: Did anyone think Taylor should be played by someone closer to Ridge’s age and not Stephanie’s. For the record I love “GreenLee”!!!

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I love all the other parts she’s played over the years on GL, AMC and GH but this role as Taylor is not right, way too young for this part, especially opposite the grizzly Ridge, also makes Steffy look older.

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Violet…’grizzly Ridge’…LOVE IT!!!!! Here’s one of my own…WISHY WASHY CAVEMAN!!!!! LOL

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TUNE-IN: ‘Beyond the Gates’ Banneker Homecoming Episodes, EP Sheila Ducksworth Speaks on Impact HBCUs Have in Real Life

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October 2, 2026

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As previously reported, kicking off today, is a two-part Beyond the Gates, when The Duprees gather to celebrate Banneker University’s homecoming weekend.

The producers and writers are taking an opportunity to spotlight the rich traditions of the long-held tradition of attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through its fictional university.

The episodes are today on CBS and stream on Paramount+ on Friday, October 2 and next week on Monday, October 5, where in true Beyond the Gates fashion, there will be some surprising drama that ensues when someone shows up!

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BANNEKER REFLECTS THE IMPORTANCE OF HBCUS

Sheila Duckworth, (executive producer, Beyond the Gates) spoke to Soaps.com to give some insight on the decision for the series to illustrate the ties that bind with HBCUs.

“It was important that we have this school as almost a character on our canvas, right from the beginning. Beyond even education, HBCUs have been pivotal when it comes to everything from economic progression and fostering a sense of community to the development of leadership skills,” explained Ducksworth. “From the beginning, we wanted to illustrate that what the Duprees are able to do in the world was a direct reflection of the impact HBCU’s have in real life.”

EVERYTHING HAS ITS PURPOSE

The EP talked about how purposeful the elements that integrate Banneker into the overall story of Beyond the Gates are including: the Dupree family door knocker that is a lion, the mascot for the fictional university, plus, the upcoming fight song that the cast will sing together on the Monday, October 5 episode, and the painting the hangs at Fairmont Crest.

That portrait of Vernon Dupree’s (Clifton Davis) father, George Cheeks Dupree, that hangs prominently at the country club, was named after CBS executive George Cheeks (now Chairman of TV and Media, Paramount), and as Ducksworth says of the legacy of Vernon’s father, “He was the architect of Fairmont Crest.”

So, are you looking forward to these episodes honoring HBCU traditions with the Dupree and the Richardson clans? What surprises do you think might be in store come next week? Let us know via the comment section below.

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‘General Hospital’ Alum Tajh Bellow Fills In for ‘Days of our Lives’ Tyler Joseph Andrews in the Role of Theo Carver

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October 1, 2026

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After an earlier post on Thursday, October 1 about General Hospital alumni Tajh Bellow’s (ex-TJ Ashford) upcoming project from Issa Rae’s HOOPAE Digital, comes word that Bellow is temporarily stepping into the role of Days of our Lives Theo Carver to fill in for Tyler Joseph Andrews on the Peacock streaming soap opera.

According to TV Insider, Bellow will be making a one-day appearance next week on the October 6 episode of DAYS as Andrews was unable to make the tape date that was shot 10 months ago on a day last December. Andrews (pictured below) took over the role of Theo in September of 2025.

In Bellow’s upcoming episode as Theo, he will share scenes with Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez).  A DAYS spokesperson tells the outlet that Bellow “stepped seamlessly into the role, and the cast and crew were grateful for his professionalism and commitment, albeit for only one episode.”

Tyler Joseph Andrews and Cherie Jimenez

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TAJH WILL BE SEEN IN MULTIPLE PROJECTS IN OCTOBER

As General Hospital fans know, Tajh played the role of TJ Ashford from 2018 to his last appearance in December of 2024. Along the way, he received two Daytime Emmy nominations for his performances as TJ, the last being in 2025 in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series category.

In addition, bellow along with Y&R alum Loren Lott will be seen starting on October 14 in the new Love Island spoof series, The Compatibility Experiment. The show will drop exclusively on TikTok and the PineDrama platform.

The Compatibility Experiment gives a satirical look at reality dating shows, think Love Island! The story centers around Kelvin (Bellow) and Camila (Lott), whose relationship is put to the test when they join a reality show to try to win a the million dollar prize.

So, what do you think of Tajh stepping in for Tyler Joseph Andrews as Theo on DAYS? Perhaps, the soap opera liked his work that he might be considered for another role in the future bringing Bellow back to the soaps? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below.

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GH Alum Tajh Bellow and Y&R Alum Loren Lott Star in New Tiktok and Microdrama ‘Love Island’ Spoof

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Tajh Bellow and Loren Lott

Two soap opera alums very familiar to fans of General Hospital and The Young and the Restless are paired together in a new short-form digital series from none other than Issa Rae’s production entity HOORAE Digital.

Look for Tajh Bellow (ex-TJ Ashford, GH)) and Loren Lott (ex-Ana Hamilton, Y&R) as part of the cast of  The Compatibility Experiment, premiering on October 14, 2026, exclusively on TikTok and its companion microdrama platform, PineDrama.

In the video teaser, it appears that Bellow and Lott play a couple, Kelvin and Camila, set in a Love Island reality show-esque environment trying to win the one million dollar cash prize, only what could go wrong?

The Compatibility Experiment

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The Compatibility Experiment loglines share that it brings a fast-paced, relationship-focused reality check—much like Love Island with a twist. The show takes a participant’s current relationship, introduces them to a potentially more compatible partner, and forces them to navigate the differences with life-changing money on the line.

The new series is part of a groundbreaking content deal between HOORAE Digital and TikTok to develop premium short-form storytelling. The ensemble cast also features; Ayona, Reggie Luck, JaNa Craig, Tosin Morohunfola, Jessica Jacoby, Georgia Warner, and Nick Cassidy.

General Hospital fans know Tajh Bellow for his performances as TJ Ashford, and who earned two Daytime Emmy nominations along the way during his run. Bellow took over the role in 2018 and last appeared on the ABC daytime drama series in December of 2024.

Loren Lott first appeared as Devon’s (Bryton James) sister Ana Hamilton on The Young and the Restless from 2018 to 2019; making a brief return in 2024. She has continued to perform on the stage and screen with recent credits including: Bel-Air, Cherish the Day, and All American: Homecoming.

Check out the trailer for The Compatibility Experiment below and let us know what you think of its concept and if you are glad to see Tajh and Loren again? Hoping they might return to daytime in their GH and Y&R roles at some point in the future? Weigh-in via the comment section.

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