Previews
The Bold and the Beautiful’s Eric Forrester to Throw Family Gala as He Gets Closer to His Imminent Demise
Viewers of The Bold and the Beautiful have been wondering if an eleventh hour reprieve will save the life of the patriarch of the Forrester fashion dynasty, Eric Forrester.
This has also raised concerns that Daytime Emmy winner, John McCook (Eric), might be exiting the show as one of the only two original cast members – the other being Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke).
Now, McCook took to his Instagram to share an article that appears in the latest edition of TV Guide Magazine, which previews that Eric is going to throw a party for his family with the intent of saying goodbye to them, since he believes most of them are not aware that he is dying. Problem is, many of the family do know and are gut-punched, but haven’t let on to Eric that they know.
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As previously announced, Winsor Harmon is set to return to B&B on December 5th to reprise his role as Thorne Forrester with Ashley Jones to follow on December 6th reprising her role as Dr. Bridget Forrester. Thorne and Bridget return to Los Angeles in anticipation of the family gala, not knowing what it’s truly all about. No airdate was given in the article, as to when the party episodes begin.
McCook shared to TV Guide,“There’s something wonderful about having these relationships that we have as actors on the show. It’s very special for us to all be in the room together.”
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Back on October 30th, The Bold and the Beautiful’s supervising producer, Casey Kasprzyk, posted on X ,”Filming 10 shows this week, and let’s just say it’s going to be very emotional for everyone.” This was attached to a photo of Eric Forrester’s portrait over the Forrester mansion mantel. Could it be that these upcoming party episodes were what Casey was referring to?
One key point thus far, is that while the doctor has told Eric (and secretly Brooke and Ridge) that he only has a few months left to live, there has been no definitive diagnosis that has been given for what ails Eric to the audience. We know he is coughing up blood and having tremors. The doctor had revealed to Eric and Donna that Eric was having TIA’s (transient ischemic attack, AKA mini-strokes) but it was part of a bigger picture that he was trying to get to the bottom of.
So, with all that said, and with this heartbreaking ‘goodbye’ party that Eric is going to throw, do you really think he is going to die, or will a cure be found …. or misdiagnosis be revealed? Comment below.
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I really hope Eric isn’t dying, because John McCook is the beating heart of B&B. However, if he does pass, I really hope the writers use it as an opportunity to bring ALL the Forrester children back into the fold. Thorne and Bridget’s returns are welcome, but Felicia, Kristen and Rick have been MIA for years with no explanation. There are endless storyline possibilities if the show focused on the Forresters instead of it being all about Ridge, Brooke, Liam, Hope & Steffy all the time.
Thorne and Rick could team up to take over as heads of Forrester, and the rivalry between them and Ridge could be reignited.
Kristen and Zende can go off and start their own rival fashion house (and even bring a few Spectra’s with them!) since he has been sidelined in recent months.
Felicia could be paired with Bill, who is in desperate need of a new story and love interest. She could also bring her son Dino with her to buff up the younger set and create a love triangle with R.J. and Luna.
Meanwhile, Bridget could return to the hospital where she and Finn could start getting close, causing drama between her and Steffy.
There are so many possibilities if B&B were actually invested in writing for the trove of characters it has waiting on the sidelines for meaty material. If only…
I think exactly like you and have written this before. For my part, I would like Eric to die in order to relaunch the soap which has lost all its interest with Steffy, Hope and Liam. Let the Forresters: Felicia, Kristen and Rick come back to the forefront. He plays an essential role in the soap as the son of Brooke and Eric and rival of Ridge! Felicia & Bill would make a very beautiful couple! Zende needs his mother’s support. I wish Bridget would finally have an explanation with Deacon after all these years. That would be so much more interesting than Liam’s constant whining! With Roger Howarth’s departure from General Hospital, the actor could be hired to play Zack Hamilton (Taylor’s brother) or Connor Davies.
I agree can’t stand Liam with his constant whining and going from Steffy to Hope, Hope and Thomas make a good couple as do Steffy and Finn kick Liam to the kerb no part for him play.
How about Bridget & Bill?
Am looking forward to seeing Bridget and Thorne again. So sick of Ridge and Brooke lately and now with Zende causing trouble because of his jealousy for RJ. You could tell today that he’s going after his girlfriend, just hope she doesn’t fall for his crap. Also, what’s with Finn? He’s a Dr. Isn’t he, so why isn’t he stepping up to see if he can help Eric?
Brad Bell still the biggest joke in the soap world! KKL still trying to learn how to act after years and Thorsten Kaye ugh! KA a kick in the pants playing Taylor and he abused her now another long lost child of Don Diamont ugh
How Brad keeps up the fallacy of a show based on fashion in LA without one gay character remains quite unbelievable.
This week, all-new episodes of General Hospital tease a long-held secret revealed, a surprise cellmate and a life on the line. On Monday August 24, ABC released their weekly promo entitled “Keep Brennan Busy,” raising eyebrows that this could the beginning of the exit of the character, after it was reported that Chris McKenna (Brennan) is leaving the soap come this fall.
In the spoilers video: First, Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) is telling Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) that she has known the truth all along that she shot Drew (Cameron Mathison), even though she was her legal counsel and defender her during Willow’s trial of shooting the former congressman.
Willow is shocked, and her face shrinks up. What will she say in return? Will she just say, “yes” I did it and then blackmail Alexis to also keep her quiet, like she has been able to do to so many others?
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DREW’S BACK TO HIS OLD SELF WITH A VENGEANCE
Next, Drew is suddenly on this renewed warpath to take down Sonny (Maurice Benard), but before he deals with that, he want to get the WSB Port Charles Bureau Chief out of the way. He informs his partner in crime Ava Jerome (Maura West) over drinks at the Metro Court his plan for Brennan. While Drew tells Ava his agenda, we cut to: a woman’s hands pouring a packet full of powder into a drink at the Metro Court pool area.
Drew gives Ava her assignment, “I need you to keep Brennan busy while I search his hotel room.” The question becomes, who is the woman who is drugging Brennan? Is this the first attempt at taking out the guy foreshadowing the future, or could this be the demise of Brennan?
YOU NEVER KNOW WHO YOU MIGHT SEE IN THE SLAMMER
At the end of the video, Curtis (Donnell Turner) is seen in his cell at Pentonville. He gets what appears to be his new cellmate, and utters, “You?” Is this when Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) has manipulated someone from the inside to visit Curtis and begin a plan to get what he wants from Jordan (Tanisha Harper) and use her lover to do his dirty work? Stay tuned.
Take a look at the rest of the official spoilers for the week of August 24-28 below.
MONDAY, AUGUST 24
Valentin makes a pitch to Jason. Brennan confronts Willow. Josslyn has news for Hudson. Laura briefs Anna. Tracy issues a warning.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25
Jason encourages Carly. Obrecht wants answers. Anna is tempted. Ric jumps to conclusions. Lulu offers relationship advice.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26
Nina is enraged. Jordan makes her loyalties clear. Michael seeks Sonny’s advice. Tristan opens up about his past. Felicia stonewalls Brennan.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27
Gio and Emma overhear an argument. Drew vows revenge. Ava feels slighted. Justine gets a shock. Alexis makes threat.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
Sonny makes a promise to Laura. Carly and Valentin make a decision. Anna offers support. Ava sets a trap. Drew is waylaid.
Check out the the latest GH promo, “Keep Brennan Busy” below.
Now let us know, do you think Drew’ plot against Brennan will be the untimely end of the WSB Port Charles Bureau Chief? How will Willow keep Alexis from opening her mouth about the fact that she shot Drew? Share your predictions and theories via the comment section below.
Previews
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Preview: Kelly Sullivan Debuts as Dylan’s Mom; Suspicion is Raised About Carter and Steffy
This week on all new episodes of The Bold and the Beautiful, GH and Y&R alum Kelly Sullivan (ex-Kate/Connie, GH, Sage. YR) will debut in her new role as Darcy Dylan.
Darcy is Dylan’s (Sydney Bullock) mother and will first show-up Thursday, August 27 episode.
In the latest B&B video teaser for the action the week of August 24-28, Will (Crew Morrow) and Dylan are enjoying each other’s growing connection, but Katie (Heather Tom) yells at her son, Will that she believes Dylan is bad news after catching then a bit scantily clad.
Meanwhile, Dylan turns to her mother Darcy for support, while Daphne (Murielle Hilaire) compares her marriage to Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnnes Wood) and Finn’s (Tanner Novlan). Finn, however, is convinced nothing can come between him and Steffy.
Take a look at the official B&B spoilers for the action this week below.
Monday, August 24
Will and Dylan share a special night alone.
Carter And Steffy are caught alone together.
Tuesday, August 25
Ridge is presented with a new fashion line.
Katie becomes even more suspicious of Dylan.
Wednesday, August 26
Dylan finds herself defending her actions.
Sheila adjusts to her new life without Deacon.
R.J. tries to make a name for himself.
Thursday, August 27
Deacon gives some fatherly advice to Hope.
Dylan is forced to face her past.
Friday, August 28
Carter and Steffy’s secret comes to a head.
So, excited to see Kelly Sullivan return to daytime TV as B&B’s Darcy Dylan? Will Carter and Steffy face the music for their actions? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
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General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: As Dante and Elizabeth Grow Closer, the Green-Eyed Monster Has Gotten Hold of Ric
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) are getting closer, much to Ric’s (Rick Hearst) chagrin and he make a plan to take action to stop it, while a new dangerous alliance begins to take shape while bitter enemies have a meet-up, of sorts.
In the GH video teaser for August 17-21, while Dante and Elizabeth are enjoying some time together, a jealous Ric warns Lulu (Alexa Havins),”There is a growing connection between the two of them. And if we don’t break it, you and I are going to lose the loves of our lives.”
Could this be the character turn of Ric Lansing, where before his green-eyed monster has wreaked havoc on the life of others? Will Lulu agree to conspire with him to keep Dante and Elizaheth apart …. or want nothing to do with his plan? Stay tuned.
Elsewhere, Drew (Cameron Mathison) is determined to destroy Sonny (Maurice Benard) by any means possible. He hopes teaming with Ms. Ava Jerome (Maura West) is the ticket to make it happen. “Together, we can take Sonny down,” says Drew to Ava over drinks. Is GH heading for a Ava and Drew pairing, next?
Then, as previously reported, Carlo Rota is back as Jenz Sidwell after the character was sentenced to Pentonville for 31 years for his crimes. Sidwell’s first visitor seems to be Sonny Corinthos, who has made it known to others in Port Charles, he wants to take over Sidwell’s business assets.
“It was only a matter of time before you showed up,” Sidwell snarls, as we see the prisoner meet his arch nemesis in the visitor’s section of the prison. Sonny sees Sidwell and snipes, “Beige is not your color.” What is Sonny hoping to gain from a conversation with the nefarious criminal who tried to destroy his life and those who he loved?
Now below, check out the official GH spoilers for this week.
MONDAY, AUGUST 17
Carly enlists a new ally. Josslyn wants Michael’s assistance. Lucas and Joe bond. Brook Lynn is floored. Serena pushes back.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18
Jason’s news shocks Britt. Anna and Sonny find common ground. Josslyn inadvertently says too much. Lucy is rattled. Ava is concerned for Lucas.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
Ric gets an eyeful. Sonny offers his blessing. Drew and Nina have a tense encounter. Jordan receives an unexpected offer. Kai is uneasy.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
Carly makes a realization. Anna introduces Tristan to Josslyn. Liz opens up to Dante. Lulu has words with Valentin. Ric spirals.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
Drew offers an olive branch. Ava reassures Portia. Sonny pays a surprise visit. Jordan gets a vote of confidence. Laura makes a request of Rocco.
Check out the latest GH promo “Beige is Not Your Color,'” below.
Then weigh-in: Do you want to see Ric turn back into the villain that he once was? Are you rooting for Dante and Elizabeth to be together? What will be Lulu’s agenda in all of this, if any? Does she even want Dante back? And, are you down for a Ava and Drew pairing? Glad to see Sidwell? Let us know in the comment section below.
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‘General Hospital’s’ Dominic Zamprogna Shares He Was ‘Happy to Hear’ of The Triangle Storyline Developing Between Dante/Elizabeth/Ric
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