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(UPDATED) The Young and The Restless Jeanne Cooper Hospitalized in ICU But Said To Be Stable! Corbin Bernsen Asks For Thoughts & Prayers!
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One of our dearest friends and colleagues, The Young and the Restless Jeanne Cooper (Katherine Chancellor) last night was admitted to a Los Angeles Hospital Intensive Care Unit. Cooper is currently in critical condition but said to be stable this morning according to updates from her son, actor Corbin Bernsen and Jeanne’s Y&R co-stars, Daniel Goddard (Cane) and Tracey E. Bregman (Lauren) who both tweeted that they visited Jeanne in the hospital.
There has been an huge outpouring of love and prayers started all across the daytime community for Jeanne from cast mates, to fans, to colleagues. Corbin posted on Twitter the following in the last 24 hours with the last update 40 minutes ago, “Need some prayers for my mom tonight. Not doing great. I don’t believe it is the end of her journey, but still a very uphill battle. Kindness from all is overwhelming me. The power of your prayers is working in many ways and for now, this nite, I think all is stable. All still stable this morn with morning, such a fighter. So many have noted that. Your prayers are powerful and kind words overwhelming. Had a dream last night, inspired by your outpouring of love that my mom returns from this, stronger than ever, defying all possible reason.”
Daniel Goddard tweeted this morning, “JeanneCooper is still in ICU and is stable yet sedated.”
UPDATED: This evening – Corbin Bernsen took to his facebook page with the latest update on Jeanne’s condition relating, “Just home from hospital, pretty exhausting day, emotional roller coaster of moments of progress, moments backwards, but all in all MUCH better than 24 hours ago. Still so much to accomplish and a great task for someone of advanced age, but she’s doing it – a remarkable fighter. Of course this made me drift to thoughts about life, our greater purpose and the strange harmony of the polar components of our very existence; the pain – the pleasure, the joy – the sorrow, the strength – frailty. One can’t exist without the other. I have so much faith that my mom will get beyond this, honestly, and perhaps be even stronger than she’s been in recent years… I mean, they are sourcing EVERYTHING that is not right with her and strengthening that. But for now she’s resting comfortably, and we too are taking time to rest and reflect and prepare for tomorrow’s piece of the journey. Please keep up the prayers, they are doing WONDERS and I know she’d want you to tell those you love, how much you love them.
Jeanne Cooper’s best-selling memoir, Not Young Still Restless is slated to come out in paperback this week at all book store. On-Air On-Soaps will keep you update on the latest developments with Jeanne, as we send love, light and our prayers to Jeanne, one of the most special people we have ever known in our lives!
Beyond the Gates
‘Beyond the Gates’ Emmy Winner Ambyr Michelle Wants to Compete on ‘Dancing with the Stars’: ‘Pick Me’ (Exclusive)
Soap opera fans are always clamoring for when Dancing with the Stars reveals their cast each season, that they would include a familiar face from daytime drama, but it rarely happens, if ever, anymore.
Over the last several years, the series has leaned heavily into casting celebrities with massive TikTok or Instagram followers, which in turn, have helped this season and last have their best ratings numbers in years.
But, how about for next season’s cast of Dancing with the Stars, that it could include newly-awarded Daytime Emmy winner, Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas) of Beyond the Gates?
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LOVE OF DANCE TO LOVE OF ACTING
Michael Fairman TV spoke to Michelle about her dance background and if she would love a shot at lifting the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy during Wednesday’s November 11, livestream chat on the Michael Fairman Channel.
Ambyr explained to fans (who joined in on the live chat), how she began her show business career. “I started off as a dancer, first and foremost. Acting wasn’t really something I wanted to go after. I did plays when I was younger, but it was just something we did in school, but I really wanted to be a dancer. I moved out to LA to dance, and I fell out of love with dance, which was so weird.”
This year’s Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series winner, added, “I was like, ‘What is going on?’ I moved all the way out here for dance. I found I was forcing myself to go to dance class, and I just didn’t have the passion for it. I was working at this restaurant at the time, and one of my coworker was like, ‘What about taking an acting class out here?'”
Next, Ambyr took the coworker up on the idea. “So, I took an acting class and I fell in love with it that day,” shared Michelle. “I was like, ‘I want to do this for the rest of my life.’ I thought, I would love to book a role, of course, as a dancer, but I think acting has a little bit more longevity.”
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A SHOT AT THE LEN GOODMAN MIRRORBALL TROPHY
When the talked turned to if Ambyr would consider or be interested in appearing on the ballroom dance competition series, she piped up with, “I would love to do Dancing with the Stars! Pick me!”
As those in the live chat rallied around this idea, it made us think, Ambyr could be the first contestant from Beyond the Gates, and someone representing the soaps. It checks off so many boxes! To which Ambyr replied, “That would be beautiful.”
You can check out the full conversation with Ambyr below.
So, what do you think soap fans? Can we make sure Ambyr’s name gets in front of the producers and casting director for next season’s Dancing with the Stars? Would you like to see her in the competition? If so, who would be your dream pro professional dance partner for her? Let us know in the comment section.
The latest ratings are out for the week of October 26-30, 2026 and the big takeaways include: that CBS daytime’s Beyond the Gates was separated by only 23,000 viewers behind third place (of the soaps) General Hospital! For the last several weeks, Beyond the Gates has been closing the gap on this year’s winner for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, and continuing to best GH in the key demos.
According to the latest Nielsen ratings breakdown from Soap Opera Network, the final week of October brought Beyond the Gates 1.790 million on average tuning-in and the show set a season high in total viewers. Meanwhile, General Hospital hit a new season low! The long-running ABC soap had 1.813 million for the week, and once again the series did not go over the 2 million mark.
Meanwhile, in the key Women 18-49 demo, Beyond the Gates was firmly ahead of GH with a rating share of 0.21, while General Hospital had 0.17 rating share.Then, in the key Women 25-54 demo, Beyond the Gates was once again ahead of the ABC soap with a ratings share for that demo at 0.30 while GH came in with 0.26.
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MORE BY THE NUMBERS
In addition and comparatively, Beyond the Gates +22,000 viewers week-to-week, and had the largest gains in viewership year-to-year in daytime TV with +267,000 from this in 2025.. However, General Hospital seems to be going in reverse. The show was down -56,000 viewers week-over-week and down -22,000 year-over-year .
BEYOND THE GATES
Let’s take a look at some of the storylines that had people tuning-in to Beyond the Gates during the ratings week:
Hayley (Marquita Goings) attempted a massive shocker regarding her pregnancy and tried to use it to extract money from Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett). Although, Bill saw right through her game, he demanded a paternity test, and made it clear he has no intention of raising the child—planning instead to pay her off to take the baby and leave. Meanwhile, Hayley confided her plan to her cousin Randy (Maurice P. Kerry).
Jacob Hawthorne (Jibre Hordges) and Naomi Hamilton (Arielle Prepetit) clashed over Jacob’s ongoing investigation into The Impaler, causing significant strain in their marriage. At the same time, Smitty (Mike Manning) considered taking matters into his own hands—including potentially heading to Mexico for evidence—while Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) worried about what comes next.
Photo: ABC
GENERAL HOSPITAL
Over at General Hospital for the ratings period, the story served up included:
Carly (Laura Wright) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) teamed up to investigate what really happened to Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna). Later, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) leads them to Jack’s dead body.
Jude (Wil Traval) dropped a bombshell claim to Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn); that he is Phoebe’s father, while Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Chase (Josh Swickard) signed their divorce papers.
Then, Danny caught Rocco (Finn Carr) and Scout (Kayden Brenna Tokarski) sharing a kiss, plus the shocking return of Heather Webber (Alley Mills) capped the week.
Now the questions become; without having much promotional synergy in the ABC day-part to draw more eyeballs it is not helping but hurting General Hospital. It seems Beyond the Gates is also a benefactor of a one-two-three punch of CBS soaps (Y&R, B&B and BTG) and promotion.
However, that still doesn’t take away the fact that Beyond the Gates is close to besting GH in all ratings category as they go head-to-head in some markets across the country.
So, are you excited to see Beyond the Gates climb in the ratings? Are you concerned for General Hospital? Do you think they can stave off Beyond the Gates in total viewers or will the upstart soap overtake them in the next ratings report? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
Antonio Sabáto Jr., the former Jagger Cates of General Hospital and GH: Night Shift, and the former Dante Damiano of The Bold and the Beautiful has issued his first public statement since the incident involving his son, Jack’s arrest in Alaska for a fatal hit-and-run.
Jack is the son of Sabáto Jr. and Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen, and according to court documents obtained by KTUU Jack, was allegedly driving a white Chevy Tahoe when he hit and killed Carl Simmonds, 42, near an intersection in Anchorage around 5:35 a.m. on Monday, November 9.
The reports indicated that Jack fled the scene — but later decided to called the cops to say he hit “something” that “suddenly appeared in the road” while he was “doing late-night DoorDashing.”
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Now, Antonio has taken to his Instagram breaking his silence on the situation, sharing, “At this time, my family and I are navigating an extremely sensitive and deeply personal matter.”
He added, “As a father, my love for my children remains unconditional, and my priority is the well-being of my family. We ask that the public and members of the media honor our privacy during this difficult time and keep us all in your thoughts and prayers.”
The soap alum concluded, “I also wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the gentleman who tragically lost his life. My thoughts and prayers are with them as well. We sincerely appreciate your compassion, understanding, and respect for the privacy of everyone affected.”
Jack Sabáto was arraigned in court on Tuesday, November 10 with bail set at $5,000, and a no-driving order and the potential of $5,000 penalty fees if he fails to attend future court appearances.
Antonio is the father to Jack, 34, daughter, Mina Sabato, 24 and son, Antonio Sabáto III, 15.
This is a developing story. You can check out Antonio’s official statement below.
So, let us know your thoughts on this tragic hit-and-run, which claimed the life of another man, and Antonio’s statement, via the comment section below.
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sending prayers
God give strength to Jeanne Cooper to heal her body back to health I am praying that she receives all your care ..prays are sweeping over her in Gods Holy Name..
Sending prayers of hope and strength for Jeanne to get well!
I love this woman have watched her for thirty plus years best one on the show,my thoughts and prayers
mrs katherine chancellor aka, mrs,jeanne cooper i have been watching the young and the restless for years she is my favorite she is a fighter i expected she will be back putting jill in place may god bless this sweet lady thank you for putting the fight in me now iam putting it back in you get well
Keeping Ms. Cooper in my prayers and her family too… lover her! xoxoxo
You are in our prayers.We love you and you will get through this. You have been my greatest fan all theses years. I cant imagine you not being on the show. You are part of life there. I will pray for you. You are a fighter.I would of loved to have seen you in person but it never happend.Hang in there.Love you
To the family of Ms. Jeanne Cooper you all are in my prayers. I have followed your love one since I was in high school back in 1982 and still is following (Ms. Katherine Chancellor) and she has been an awesome fan. It would be very hard to not seeing her on the show. Jeanne stay strong and to let you know that God has his protected shield wrap around you. So Ms. Chancellor you are a tough woman hang in their prayers are going up for you!!!!
Prayers for you and your family. I have always been a fan of yours. Keep fighting and God will take care of you.
Our Prayers are with you Jeanne . We love you get better! we need you back for you are the most inspiring women on this show.
You are in my Prays ! You are one of my greatest Fan threw all the years on Young and Restless. I will remember you in my Pray. I would of love to see you in person. You are an awesome actress . Praying God is the ANSWER !
My prayers are with you. Jeanne you are the best. You are the heart and soul of Young and Restless and are loved by many.
Prayers and positive thoughts are sent your way. Jeanne is almost like a family member to me. I have watched her since the beginning and I have so much admiration and respect for her.
My thoughts n prayers go out to Jeanne tonight!!!!
My prayers go out for Jeanne and her family.
I’ve watch the Y&R since it’s beginning, although I was in school, it was WONDERFUL to be home when we had any time off to watch the show with my mother.
I am praying for Jeanne and her family. I hope she get well and stronger. The young and Restless in not same with her
Sending her lots of loving pray and well wishes. Get well soon grand lady.
Lord bless Ms. Cooper rise her up stronger than ever. Ms. Cooper after this RETIRE and live your LIFE we will under stand. no one will ever feel your SHOES, but we would love to have you health & well. Love you.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jeanne for a complete recovery! She is such a strong lady and will fight to get back to her good health..
Sending my best wishes to Ms. Cooper right now!
She has such a strong spirit that we often we forget her body is heading toward 90. She is a fighter, just like her character, so let us hope for the best. God be with you JC. You and your family will be in my prayers.
love and prayers for Jeanne!!!! I’ve been cheering her on for years. She’s a mighty little lady!!!
Yes She Is!
Sending her lots of loving pray and well wishes.
Praying for a speedy recovery! Thank you Micheal for keeping us posted to her condition.
Praying that the mercy and grace of the Lord will shower blessings on this wonderful woman, Icon of the soaps………..lifting up.prayers for her and her family
Sending prayers and good thoughts !
sending best wishes on her recovery. she is a great actress. have watched her over the 40 years of the y&r. hoping she has a speedy recovery. sending angel huggs to protect her
Sending prayers and much love to a terrific lady and actress! Get well soon, Jeanne!
My thoughts and prayers are with and your family. May God be with you at this time for healing. God Bless You Ms. C
get better soon love your show and all the people in it bless you and your family
Prayers of HEALING and COMFORT are being sent to Mrs C. and for her whole family! I have been watching Y&R pretty much since day one and am pretty shaken up by this…
Jeanne, Please get well soon. We all love & miss you!!! You are such a BIG part of the show! I have watched you faithfully for 40 yrs.
Praying the Holy Spirit surround her today and heals her, Gods speed Mrs. Cooper !!
Sorry to hear that you are not well. I know it sounds silly but I have watched the show for over 25 years and almost feel like family. I hope you have a speedy recovery and are able to have things back to normal in no time at all. You will be in my prayers and thoughts. Sincerely,
One of your biggest fans,
Jeana
Thoughts and prayers for you and the family!! Hope all is well for our (Mrs. C)!! xoxo
Prayers and Best Wishes to Grand Madam Jeanne Cooper aka Katherine Chancellor. Godspeed for a rapid recovery and continued blessings for GOD’S Comforting hands to surround her and her family at this trying time…..(((hugs))) and love
“God Bless” – Jeanne Cooper.
Heartfelt – our best goes out to you and your family.
I love jeanne, I have been watching you for many many years. And will con’t to. You are in my thoughts and prayers with your family. Whatever the odds you can beat it. God’s not ready for the special Angel you are. We know you will come out stronger then ever!.. God Bless xx
Prayers being sent to a great lady and actress.
Jeanne cooper i love you so much. wishing you a speedy recovery. you are a terrific actress.
Prayers coming your way! Keep fighting girl!! Your the best !
Prayers go out Jeanne Cooper and her family. I am a big fan of her and all the cast of Y&R. Hope al goes well.
Prayers go out to her , love her much, and show would not be same without her. I have enjoyed her fo many years on YR.
I have been a fan of The Young And The Restless for a very long time. I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Jeanne Cooper being in hospital. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family. I Think the world of her and on television, she is a very classy lady 🙂
Sending Prayers….
We love you Mrs. C. Such Class; and Not an Act although she is an Actress. She is true to herself. Praying very hard for a quick and speedly recovery. Fight for all of us. Can’t imagine Y & R without the Duchess!!
Prayers being sent to Jeanne and her family and friends. Get well soon. We all love you:)
praying for her
Thoughts and prayers going out to Jeanne Cooper and family. Get well soon.
Sending warm thoughts,love and Prayers to jeanne and her family!
I’ve been a fan of Jeanne’s since she started on Y&R and also a fan of Corbin’s for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Wishing her a speedy recovery.
My prayers are with you.
Get well soon, love your spunk on the show.
Sending lots of prayers from Ohio
prayers going out to family and friends of Jeanne Cooper
Please get well soon….my prayers are definitely with you.
My prayers go out to her and her family. Get well soon….xxxooo
I have been watching Young and Restless for 40 years and love love Jeanne Cooper. My prayers are with her and her family.
Praying hard that Jeanne comes through all of this stronger than ever. Mrs. C is one of my most favorite actresses on Y&R. I have been watching her for 40 years on the show and I have seen all the other movies she has made. She is my all time favorite. God please wrap Jeanne up in your healing arms and make her well. She has a lot of life left in her, she is a fighter, and she is still needed by her friends and family. I feel like she is my family and she is needed here on earth. Amen.
DITTO AND AMEN
i hope she will be ok u have my prayers and thoughts icreallyb blike her on the show what is going on with her or r u real sure she is strong she is not gonna give up my my love and prayers
Prayers going out to Jeanne Cooper and her family. Love her!!!
Get better soon
Thoughts and Prayers are with you. May God lay his hands upon you Ms Jeanne and flourish your body with his love and healing. Amen………
Prayers for all of your Family. Hope she gets better soon…..My mother loved her. I love her……. She is what young and restless is all about…….I love all the cast of Y&R.
Sending good well wishes and Jeanne you are in my prayers! Feel better soon you will be missed!!!
Lots of love, prayers, and thoughts coming her way!
Prayers for Jeannie and her family. I will light a candle at mass tomorrow morning for her. She is the best!!!
Praying for u, love u and the show so much..Always watch L&R ,since day one…Best show ever..