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‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’s’ Gizelle Bryant Talks ‘Beyond the Gates’ Guest Spot, Reality vs. Soaps, and Returning to Spice Up Vernon Dupree’s Love Life (Exclusive)

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On today’s Monday, December 1 episode of Beyond the Gates; two very familiar faces of Bravo ‘Real Housewives’ fans are in the house and at Fairmont Crest!

The Real Housewives of Potomac’s Gizelle Bryant and Dr Wendy Osefo play two country club members for the well-to-do and mix it up in scenes with none other than Lauren Buglioli (Vanessa McBride) and Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree).  In the story, Vanessa’s business decisions are called into question and all the ladies have something to say about it.

Gizelle Bryant is taking on the role of Gloria Darwel and Michael Fairman TV spoke to the reality star who hopes to have a bright future in soaps. Currently, Bryant and Osefo can be seen in the 10th season of RHOP which dropped back in October.

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Speaking on on her experience of taping ‘Real Housewives’ as opposed to Beyond the Gates, Bryant noted which is more challenging! “Well, clearly ‘Potomac,’ because it’s not scripted, and so you don’t ever know what’s going to happen, you don’t know what these ladies are going to say and how they’re going to act. Beyond the Gates and Fairmont Crest was like a walk in the park, in comparison to dealing with these ladies in ‘Potomac.'”

Bryant shared scenes with soap opera veteran Karla Mosley and Lauren Buglioli and she has nothing but high praise for her co-stars. “I had never met those ladies, and they were fantastic, by the way,” expressed Gizelle. “They really knew that these ‘reality people, don’t really know what they’re doing, and we’re going to help them. We’re going to hold their hand and walk them through this.’ It’s such a fast-paced today. It was like ‘Wow!’ They shoot 20-30 scenes in a day.”

Both Gizelle and Wendy had each other as companions for the trip to Atlanta to tape scenes on Beyond the Gates. “We had a great day together, because we flew in on the tape day. We knocked out our scene, and then we flew home together, recalled Gizelle. “So, yes, we had fun, but both of us were like, ‘We think we’re doing a lot over here on the reality side to pull together a season,’ but if you spend a day on a soap opera, you see that they are really working non-stop.”

On Beyond the Gates, Bryant’s character, Gloria Darvell is craving to go back to Fairmont Crest to start some drama and some foolishness. As Gizelle explained, “So in our scenes, we go into the country club. They’re trying to get us to call this 1-800 number, which is her new business which we call, and it ends up being a sex situation, and we’re like, ‘absolutely not. We are high society. We do not engage in sex workers.'” I do need to have Gloria come back, to go shopping with the other ladies, get drunk, we need to do all kinds of things. Being a villainess on a soap opera, that’s a dream, that’s goals!”

This season on The Real Housewives of the Potomac, Gizelle’s courtroom drama has been front and center stage involving contesting her late father’s will, with whom the reality star believes was tampered with by his wife. She states that the fraudulent will leaves her and her children with nothing, and has been intent on getting what she believes her father intended for them to have. But, how did she feel when the reality series producers and cameras were going to follow her to court?

“When they told me that they were coming with me, I said ‘no,’ so there was a little pushback from them,” recalled Bryant. “Finally I said, ‘fine.’ It is obviously a sensitive subject, and it doesn’t just involve me. I have siblings. It involves them as well, and they did not sign up to be on reality television, or have their business on reality television. I was being cautious from that perspective, but it’s a huge story in my life, so it was only fair to show it.”

“Beyond the Gates is scripted, so that’s a sweet spot,” said Gizelle. “I can be on TV and not talk about my life! On reality TV, you kind of go in blind. You don’t really know how it’s going to be edited. You know what happened in that moment, but you don’t know how it’s going to be put together. But, that’s what you sign up for. The trick is to make sure that you don’t do anything that you regret.”

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Is Gizelle now a fan of the Dupree and the Richardson family drama? “Well, I’m going to watch now. My mother is a huge fan of Beyond the Gates. She’s been watching since the first episode. She was so excited when I got this role, because she thinks that now I’ve made it! In her mind, now I’m a success. I’ve been on television for over a decade, but that didn’t matter. (Laughs)”

Beyond the Gates has been nailing it in the hair, make-up and wardrobe departments since premiering on-screen. The way they represent Black excellence and more is not lost on Bryant. “They have an A+ glam team at Beyond the Gates, and the lighting is right. You know, a lot of times, people don’t know how to light for Black performers,” shared Gizelle. “But on this show, the lighting is beautiful, glam is beautiful, wardrobe, everything was amazing. And to see great representations of Black families is fantastic, 100%.  Shows like ‘Real Housewives of Potomac,’ Married to Medicine, those shows are the only ones that are showing Black women in a positive way, right? So, we’ve got to have some other shows, too. So, I’m super happy that the network, during the day, on daytime television, is showing affluent Black families. It’s fantastic.”

Recently, Bryant, who is currently single, also appeared on the summer reality-dating series, Bravo’s Love Hotel where single people are looking for their partners. She shared how that experience was for her as well. “It was odd, absolutely, but I was with my girlfriend Ashley Darby, and she is my ride or die, so it was fun doing it with her,” admitted Gizelle. “I just felt like there were no guys that were really there for me, but it was a great science experiment.”

Before she leaves her guest stint behind, Gizelle has an idea for the writers of Beyond the Gates, “I think coming back, my character, Gloria, should be Vernon Dupree’s (Clifton Davis) mistress! What?! That would be epic! I’m thinking that would be great TV, just sayin’.”

Take a look at Gizelle and Dr. Wendy Osefo in a scene and moment from their guest spots on Monday’s, December 1 episode of Beyond the Gates below.

Then let us know, would you like to see Bryant’s Gloria return to spice up the love life of Vernon Dupree? Do you watch ‘Real Housewives of the Potomac?” Do you like having guest appearances and crossovers from other TV series on Beyond the Gates? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

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No! There will be no affair for Vernon! I was happy to see Gizelle, however, she was a tad over the top with the hair swinging, LOL! Other than that, let her be a villain match for Leslie….she can get with Ted and make Nicole jealous, heck, she looks like his type!

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RATINGS: ‘Beyond the Gates’ Bests ‘General Hospital’ in Key Demos and Gains More Viewers Week-Over-Week

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September 21, 2026

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The ratings are out for the week of August 31- September 4, 2026 and it was a solid one for daytime’s youngest daytime drama, Beyond the Gates, now taping its third season.

According to the latest Nielsen report via Soap Opera Network, Beyond the Gates saw a rise in total viewers, tied with third place General Hospital in Households, and overtook GH in the women’s 18-49 and 25-54 ratings share putting them firmly in the number three spot.

Let’s take a look at the drama that had viewers tuning-in to the action in and around Fairmont Crest: Andre (Sean Freeman) kissed Heather (Ashley Jones) before leaving for Seoul with Dani (Karla Mosley).

Hayley and Bill

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Meanwhile, Heather figured out that her brother Joey (Jon Lindstrom) killed Doug. Hayley (Marquita Goings) poisoned Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett) yet again and left him unconscious. Jacob (Jibre Hordges) and Smitty (Mike Manning) made progress in the Impaler investigation, and the Articulettes had to deal with Leslie’s (Trisha Mann-Grant) interference.

As for the numbers, Beyond the Gates came in with an average of 1,677.000 total viewers and gained +66,000 for the week, with total household share at 1.2 up +1, and the key demos: 18-49 rating share of 0.20 up +0.07 from the previous week and 25-54 rating share at 0.29 also up +0.07.

Drew and Ava

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GENERAL HOSPITAL

Over at General Hospital, the ABC soap opera was the only show to lose viewers for the week of all four broadcast network television daytime dramas. GH came in with an average total viewers tally at 1,911,000, but lost -24,000 and was now only up year-over-year +27,000.

In story for the ratings week: Ava (Maura West) and Drew (Cameron Mathison) buried Brennan (Chris McKenna) on the ground around the Quartermaine estate, and Drew framed Nina (Cynthia Watros) for the crime by planting Brennan’s wallet in her car.

Chase (Josh Swickard) aggressively pursued the investigation of Jordan’s (Tanisha Harper) car crash which led him to confronting Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton). Trina (Tabyana Ali) overheard information suggesting Brook Lynn might be tied to the incident and later got an earful.

Darcy and Dylan

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THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL

CBS daytime’s The Bold and the Beautiful, which has been on a great run in the ratings of late, came in with total viewers at 2,778,000 adding +59,000, and up year-over-year at this time +312,000. B&B was firmly in the #2 position in households, plus 18-49 and 25-54 demos, behind its sister soap Y&R.

In story for the ratings week: Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) struggled to hide her affair with Carter (Lawrence Saint-Victor) from Finn (Tanner Novlan), and Carter did the same in trying to keep it under wraps from Daphne (Murielle Hilaire). In addition, Darcy (Kelly Sullivan) arrived in Los Angeles and stood up to Katie (Heather Tom) for her treatment of her daughter, Dylan (Sydney Bullock).

Phyllis and Matt

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THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS

The top spot once again belonged to The Young and the Restless. In fact, Y&R gained the most viewers week-over-week adding +127,000 with its total viewer average at 3,189,000 tuning-in. In addition, it was also up year-over-year +327,000. Y&R also was #1 for the ratings week in households and in the 18-49 and 25-54 demos.

In story for the ratings week: Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) thought of a plan for Matt (Roger Howarth) to return to Genoa City. Billy (Jason Thompson) temporarily gave up his fight for Chancellor after Sally (Courtney Hope) had a pregnancy scare, which could have lasting implications as they head to the altar in October.

Meanwhile, Kyle (Michael Mealor) and Victoria  (Amelia Heinle) secretly arranged another hookup, Nate (Sean Dominic) prepared for surgery with Stephanie (Vivica A. Fox) by his side, and while in rehab, Nick (Joshua Morrow) helped Marie (Jade Harlow) after her frightening confrontation with her abusive husband, Logan (Tommy Walker).

So, what do you think of the latest ratings picture? Glad to see Beyond the Gates performing well? Which soap opera has you most glued to your screens? Which soap opera has you often wanting to tune-out? Let us know via the comment section below.

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BEYOND THE GATES Preview: Dani Does Some Sleuthing and Hits the Jackpot! Is it Curtains for Hayley?

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September 18, 2026

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Next week on all-new episodes of Beyond the Gates, the drama intensifies as Dani (Karla Mosley) seemingly figures out that truth, that Hayley (Marquita Goings) has been poisoning her ex-husband, Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durett), who on the Friday, September 18 episode, showed up Dani’s telling her he thinks he’s dying!

Now, official spoilers for the week of September 21-25, and the latest video preview for Beyond the Gates, tease that Dani is going to be there to try to save Bill’s life, but then she does some detective work and seems to come upon a safe with a hidden stash! Putting the pieces together, it looks like it’s Dani to the rescue. Will Hayley be caught once and for all?

Meanwhile, Andre (Sean Freeman) is confronted by Joey (Jon Lindstrom) with something on a phone. Andre tells Joey, “Whatever that is on your phone, make sure Dani stays out of it!” Is Heather (Ashley Jones) making more moves to try to nab Andre for herself?

Andre and Joey

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Then, Ted (Keith D. Robinson) confronts Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant) and says to her, “Don’t you want something real?” To which, Leslie replies, “Don’t you think I’m capable of being a good woman.” Is she?

Check out what’s ahead in and around Fairmont Crest next week below!

Monday, September 21
Dani comes to Bill’s aid, and then has a shocking realization. Nicole teams up with Madison to help Chelsea. Andre defends his marriage. Ted is let in on a big secret. Randy tells Izaiah he’s in his debt. Heather outmaneuvers Joey.

Tuesday, September 22
Dani goes on the prowl for proof. Bill takes Caroline into his confidence. Naomi has an unexpected proposal for Hayley. Jacob consults with Nicole on his case. Chelsea’s shaken by Madison’s secrets.

Wednesday, September 23
Hayley turns the tables. Dani doesn’t hold back. Chelsea confronts Bill. Vanessa unwittingly tells Andre distressing news about Heather. Jacob and Naomi worry it’s too late to save someone they love. Joey has a back alley meeting. Marcel finds the smoking gun.

Thursday, September 24
Jacob issues a bitter pill for Bill to swallow. Leslie’s the bearer of bad news for Anita and Vernon. Andre can’t believe what he hears. Hayley enlists Tomas’ help. Martin leans on Ted.

Friday, September 25
Leslie puts her money where her mouth is. Andre is rattled by an impatient Heather. Hayley issues an ominous warning. Kat is fed up with Tomas. Izaiah’s plans for Eva are interrupted. Naomi’s news shocks Chelsea. A pair of exes have a candid chat.

Watch the official Beyond the Gates teaser video below.

Now let us know, do you hope once and for all that Dani can stop Hayley and have her dead to rights in her attempts to kill Bill? Will Heather be there to pick up the pieces if Andre walks out on Dani or learns of her betrayal with Bill the night of the tornado? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below.

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‘Beyond the Gates’ vs. ‘The Young and the Restless’ in a Soap Opera Showdown on ‘Flip Side’ Season 3 Premiere

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September 11, 2026

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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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