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Roger Howarth Joins the Cast of ‘The Young and the Restless’ in Mystery Role
Hot on the heels of top daytime stars, Billy Flynn (Cane Ashby) and Tamara Braun (Sienna Bacall) joining the cast of the number one-rated soap, The Young and the Restless, comes bombshell casting news.
Soap veteran, Emmy-winner, and former General Hospital, One Life to Live and As the World Turns star, Roger Howarth is joining the cast of the CBS daytime drama for what is being touted as a “major story arc” this fall.
According to Deadline, details about what character Howarth will be playing and in what storyline are being kept under wraps. However, Howarth will begin taping in mid-September and will bow on-screen later this in the fall.
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This will be the first time Howarth has returned to the CBS television network since his time as Paul Ryan on the beloved As the World Turns. Howarth played Paul from 2003 t0 2010 until the soap was canceled. When soap fans last saw Howarth in 2023, he was killed-off in his third role on General Hospital as Dr. Austin Gatlin-Holt. Previously, he had played the roles of Todd Manning on GH from 2012-2013, and Franco Baldwin from 2013-2020.
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When Howarth began his daytime run, he showed up in 1992 on One Life to Live as Todd Manning; a role that made him soap-famous and winning a Daytime Emmy in 1994 in the Outstanding Younger Actor category for his portrayal of the leader of the gang rape of Marty Saybrooke played by two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Susan Haskell.
Roger continued to play Todd until 1995, then returned for another run in 1996-1998, and again from 2000-2003. After ATWT was canceled, he returned to ABC’s One Life one more time from 2011-2012 until that show was canceled also, and reprised the role on the Prospect Park reboot of the series in 2013.
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Taking to his Instagram on Thursday after the reveal of the casting news, Howarth shared simply, “Excited and appreciative… I’m a lucky guy…” Now the question becomes, who is Roger playing when he emerges on the Genoa City canvas? Y&R has certainly been bringing over some heavy hitters to their A-list cast. Now, will it infuse the storylines with new energy? Stay tuned.
So, what do you think about Roger Howarth returning to daytime and on The Young and the Restless? Share your thoughts and theories of who he might play and be in story with, via the comment section.
Congratulations to Roger. While I’m happy Roger willl be back on our screens, I am really bummed he’s not returning to General Hospital. I would have absolutely loved to have Roger back as Franco Baldwin. I love and miss FRIZ (Franco and Liz). They were fantastic. I would have preferred Franco return instead of Ric, Britt, Nathan or any of the Faison/Obrecht clan.
GH could’ve brought him back. Good job Y and R. Wonder if he will be a recast Dillon. Steve’s at Y and R. Maybe he will be Paul Ryan. Or a new cop.
Interesting! Now if only Josh Griffith will treat them properly and give Roger Howarth and Tamara Braun storylines worthy of their talents.
Your post to God’s account! I loved Mr. Howarth on ATWT.
So did I.
So excited!! I have followed him on every soap he has performed. Guess I will be watching Y&R now. He is a great and very under appreciated actor.
The Young and the Restless is just adding to its cast at this point. I wonder if this is long-term or short-term. It is a shame Colleen Zenk is not appearing; this could have been a fantastic reunion for them.
This is obviously under the guidance of Jill Farren Phelps. She’s taking over, while Y&R/CBS are trying to pretend she’s not. She’s contentious and loves clapping back at riled up fans. I suppose it can’t get any worse. At least she’ll bring some excitement and action back to this snooze fest.
She’s not taking over. Just like we though when Ed Scott came back, that he would save the show, but he was not the EP, and had no effect, and left a few months ago. Griffith has destroyed the show, clearly doesn’t know how to write good drama. JFP will likely have the same effect, which is none. Stories don’t conclude, they just vanish. Take Traci with Alan or Martin drama that just went away. No resolutions. Funerals we never saw. Actors not crying over murdered characters. It’s just so bad.
Love me some Roger!!! Ronan?? Dylan?? Somebody new??
Roger and Tamara (Sienna Bacall) could be a very intriguing pairing…
Looking forward to some fun, mystery, romance – hopefully all of the corporate “dining” episodes will be fewer and fewer with some more excitement, and these Soap vets are a hopeful sign of good things to come (fingers crossed)
Roger Howarth is seriously the best daytime actor ever! I’m thrilled for this great news and hope he will be around for years to come! Great casting call Y&R!
Y&R doesn’t air down here in Hell, but best of luck to him. At least this should put an end to rumors that he would be coming back to GH for a 4th character!
Love him
So another new over 40 character most likely going to endlessly talk corporate business blah blah blah at a coffee shop or a park bench? Where are the YOUNG to balance the restless and boring? No teen/early 20’s characters to be seen. He’s a good actor but they need some balance.
The writing will never match his talent
Isn’t it obvious? This is some major stunt casting. He is going to be Tucker McCall. After all Roger and Trevor St John have played the same character before.
Congrats to Mr. Howarth. I’m happy for him. He is underrated and it’s a shame he isn’t offered more jobs. I have never watched Y&R but with him going over there I am tempted. I wish him the best.
Great news.I am thrilled for Roger.I’m glad the young and the restless scooped him up.It’s general hospital’s loss.I will be watching young and the restless again
Howarth was actually on Loving and Guiding Light before he joined One Life To Live as Todd.
Josh in the words of Judge Judy don’t pee on my leg and tell me it’s raining. You are a mess the show is a mess and no matter who you bring on and tell everyone that it’s going to be exciting it’s nothing .
Fantastic!
I miss him on GH as Franco, and Tamara as Kim, good for YR, maybe I’ll take a peak when they join and start airing, and catch a glimpse of “Nina” or Phylis as she’s know on that show. just to see how their doing, oh, yeah and see if I also see Patrick Drake.
The writing will nowhere match his talent. And I am sure some of the other cast are taking MAJOR pay cuts for them adding Billy, Tamra, now Roger! This will be the equivalent of when they hired Maura West. They had daytime GOLD and they misfired and cast her as Diane. One of the biggest fumbles in Y&R history.
Michael, do you think he’s playing Tucker or Dylan? I remember he worked really well with Michelle Stafford on GH, so I wouldn’t mind them together.
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2026 Daytime Emmy Awards: ‘Extra’ Partners with NATAS for Pre-Ceremony Red Carpet Stream; Week of Segments Leading to Ceremony and Post-Coverage
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) announced on Thursday that the syndicated entertainment news series, Extra will be its partner for exclusive coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards being held on Friday, October 30 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
The 2026 Daytime Emmys as previously reported can be seen streamed via the The Emmys,YouTube channel, via watch.theemmys.tv, as well as on the official Emmys app, available for phones, tablets, and smart TVs.
Here’s a breakdown of the pre, during and post Daytime Emmys coverage via Extra below!
Beginning Monday, October 26, Extra will feature five nights of dedicated Daytime Emmys segments leading up to the ceremony, giving fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the award show.
In addition, Mona Kosar Abdi, Weekend Host & Senior Correspondent with Extra will host the pre-show red carpet stream on the @TheEmmys Youtube channel.
Extra host and Dancing with the Stars judge, Derek Hough will present during the ceremony, and correspondent Terri Seymour will also host coverage throughout the evening.
Extra’s weekend edition (A WEEK FOLLOWING the ceremony) will features notable red carpet moments, winner reactions, and exclusive footage from the night’s festivities.
The entertainment news program is also nominated for three Daytime Emmy Awards going into the ceremony.
So, what do you think of Extra’s scheduled upcoming coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards starting on Monday? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).
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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
Congratulations are in order for three-time Emmy winner, Tom Pelphrey (ex-GL and ATWT) and his fiancée Big Bang Theory star, Kaley Cuoco! The couple welcomed their second baby daughter together on October 12, and revealed they named the little bundle of joy, Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey.
Tom and Kaley shared the news via their Instagram accounts on Wednesday with some adorable baby pics. Cuoco captioned the photo“🎀Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey🎀. 💖10/12/26💖. There are no words to describe this feeling once again. What a blessing.
Cuoco added, “We are so grateful for the crazy wild up and down journey that brought us to our little Philo! Family officially complete 😭Time to bring Matilda’s baby home! 😂💕”
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BABY MAKES FOUR
Next, Kaley shared her love for the father of her children, exclaiming, “Tom Pelphrey, life exploded the minute we met, and the gifts keep coming. I love you forever , girl daddy! 💘.”
Philomena now joins big sister, Matilda mwho was born in 2023, as part of the Pelphrey/Cuoco family! Tom and Kaley began dating in 2022 and became engaged in 2024.
Daytime fans first saw the talented actor on Guiding Light as Jonathan Randall, the son of Reva Shayne (Kim Zimmer). Tom won two Daytime Emmys for his memorable performances during his run from 2004-2009.
He later played Mick Dante on As the World Turns from 2009-2010, before heading to work in primetime and motion pictures. Last month, Pelphrey one the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in HBO’s Task.
TOM PELPHREY CELEBRATES EMMY WIN AND NEW DAUGHTER WITHIN A MONTH OF EACH OTHER
After winning his Emmy, the expectant dad told E! News, “We’re both so excited. Our daughter’s excited. We’ll see how it goes when it actually gets there.” Tom added, “The things that are new and the things that feel like not a big deal this time. But mom and baby are healthy, so God willing, that keeps up, and we’re thrilled,” added the actor.
Pelphrey took to his own Instagram and said on the birth of his second daughter, “Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey. Another miracle. Welcome to our family youngest queen! Kaley you showed up in every way as a partner and a mom even when you weren’t feeling your best- you’re a CHAMPION. The girls and I would be lost without you. Thank God for the gift of this family and these girls.”
Jumping in to the comment thread to congratulate Tom and Kaley were Beyond the Gates star Ashley Jones (Heather), Dave Annabelle, Martha Plimpton, Alyssa Milano and many more.
Share your congrats and well-wishes to Tom, Kaley, Matilda and their new addition to the family, little Philomena via the comment section below.
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