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Joshua Morrow Reveals Y&R Reached Out to Eddie Cibrian to Reprise ‘Matt Clark’; Says Roger Howarth Has Been, ‘Everything That I Hoped For’ (Exclusive)
When The Young and the Restless launched their LA Shadow Room storyline last last year, it involved the returns of Nick Newman’s all-time nemesis, the treacherous Matt Clark, now in the form of Daytime Emmy winner, Roger Howarth, and the return of Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon’s (Sharon Case) son, Noah now played by Lucas Adams. Add into the mix, two-time Daytime Emmy-winning star, Tamara Braun as Sienna Bacall.
The original Matt Clark was played by Eddie Cibrian back in 1994, when the character became the main antagonist to a young Sharon Collins and Nick. In fact. Sharon dated Matt, then broke it off to be with Nick. That sent Matt into a rage, and he later raped Sharon, and we were off to the races for a feud that has lasted decades with three actors playing the part as of now, Cibrian followed by Rick Hearst (who played Matt with plastic surgery and a new face) in the early 2000s, and now Howarth.
During a livestream chat this week on the Michael Fairman Channel, Joshua Morrow and Sharon Case were the very special guests to kick off the 2026 series of live conversations. When asked about working with fan favorite, Roger Howarth, (ex-ATWT, OLTL and GH), Morrow had nothing but glowing reviews and remarks. He also shared that initially he was disappointed that the soap was unable to get Eddie Cibrian to reprise the role.
THE DIFFERENT VERSIONS OF MATT CLARK

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Joshua noted, “I was a little sad that we couldn’t get Eddie to come back to do it. I know that was a conversation that was going to be happening, but for whatever reasons it didn’t work out, and then they pivoted. Eddie was an amazing Matt Clark. I selfishly wanted Eddie to come back and play that role for this arc. However, Roger is doing something different with Matt that I find very fascinating to watch. It goes without saying, these are three (including Rick Hearst) very different Matt Clarks’ and this version is extremely interesting to watch for me and also to play in scenes with. Getting the chance and the opportunity to actually finally work with somebody who is so revered in daytime as Roger Howarth has been everything that I had hoped for. He is just a fantastic talent.”
Citing a recent battle between Howarth’s Clark and Morrow’s Nick, Joshua recalled, “I had some scenes with Roger where we were overlooking this hillside, and he (as Matt) was threatening to jump, and I (as Nick) was challenging him to do it. I can honestly say it was one of the best scenes I’ve ever seen on this show that I got to be a part of, because Roger did something, and I don’t mean this with any disrespect to Eddie or Rick Hearst, but he did something completely unique, and made that character so fascinating to me in those scenes. I wanted to know everything about Matt Clark in that moment. I was like, ‘How’d this dude get like this?’ It’s not just anger. It’s not just revenge. There were just things that washed over his face in those scenes. I just thought it was just powerhouse acting what Roger was doing. I thought he was very unique in that situation.”
ROGER AS MATT FLIPPED THE SWITCH

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It’s been a shift for Morrow to watch how Roger Howarth is embodying Matt Clark and finding new nuances in their scenes, one that has continued to make him stand up and take notice, even though he misses his buddy from his early days of Y&R. “Eddie and I go way back and he’s one of the friends I’ve known the longest in the world,” says Morrow. “We’re two like alpha male jocks and our dynamic of the scene would’ve been completely different. In those scenes, I felt sorry for Roger. I felt sorry for what Matt Clark had been through. And I was like, ‘Should I be feeling this right now?’ Roger was just so amazing to watch in it. He’s been awesome. I hope they give him a lot more scenes like that.”
Now below, check out our full interview with Joshua Morrow and Sharon Case on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel. Note: Sharon started the chat solo, as Joshua was still on set taping scenes, but he joins her mid-way through the livestream.
So, are you enjoying Roger Howarth’s take on Matt Clark? Would you have wanted to see Eddie Cibrian reprise the role knowing where the character is going in 2026 and how Roger has breathed a different inner life to the character? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
I love Joshua he’s the best !!
Joshua Morrow is a true legend. And I am gutted Eddie Cibrian’s return could not work out. And part of me wonders if Rick Hearst could have or even would have reprised the role, too. That being said, Roger Howarth has been outstanding in the role, despite it being one that did not need to come back.
Gutted lmao oh my
When you’re a true soap fan you hope the actor who created a roll and left it would return years later to reprise it. BTW. I hope you had your (a) reattached after you laughed it off. That must’ve hurt. No need to respond. Please rest up and recuperate.
Dottie, please stop responding to my comments. Michael made things very clear in his other post. Please stop.
Somehow, I doubt that you’ll follow this rule yourself.
Actually, Michael, I have. But thank you for your concern. >:)
Roger has been great and Joshua did some of his best work ever today in scenes with Michelle Stafford
This is why we have just a few soaps left. Eddie shouldn’t have been able to play Matt because the character changed his face. I hate it when the writers ignore very important details for the sake of casting or plot.
Sometimes shows have to ignore those changes to get the right actor back. Classic example was James DePaiva returning to the role of Max Holden on OLTL. Max had plastic surgery when Nicholas Walker assumed the role. Walker never caught on and DePaiva returned to the role the following year.
GH explained the recast Duke Lavery (with a new face) had been an imposter when they brought Duke back from the dead (with original portrayer Ian Buchanan) in 2013.
They did the same thing on OLTL with Roger’s Todd Manning when he left, he was replaced with Trevor, but then when Roger returned to the show years later, they had to figure out how to get Roger back into the role and they came up with the tale of two Todd’s. This happens all the time. Don’t freak out about it! Roger also took over the role of Franco on GH. He made that role his own as well. Josh loves him. And lots of people haven’t seen Roger play a bad guy.
(which he excels at TBH) Just wait, be patient and ROGER WILL SURPRISE YOU!
I feel they did the exact same thing with Adam when Mark Grossman took over the role from Justin Hartley.
Joshua said exactly the same as I feel in this interview which is hopefully they find a way to keep Roger Howarth on despite the character of Matt Clark. He IS fascinating to watch; I was not familiar with his work previously.
My thoughts exactly.
Roger has been doing a great job.
I love having RH onscreen again! Only reason I’m watching YR.
Beyond the Gates
‘Beyond the Gates’ Star Marquita Goings to Chat Live on the Michael Fairman Channel

After her star turn in recent episodes of Beyond the Gates, soap opera’s latest vixen Hayley Lawson Hamilton played by Marquita Goings has grabbed viewers attention just waiting to see what stunt she’ll pull next!
Now, Marquita Goings will visit the Michael Fairman Channel for a livestream chat on Thursday, October 22 beginning at 7pm ET/4pm PT and you can join us with your questions!
Previously in story, Hayley has racked up some pretty despicable acts and crimes thus far which have included, trying to poison and kill Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett) for his life insurance in order to cash in and hightail it out of Fairmont Crest with the moolah.

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Then, let’s not forget using the recordings she obtained to blackmail everyone with the the secret that Vernon Dupree (Clifton Davis) and Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) have been trying to keep under wraps about the hate crime years ago, which saw Martin kill one man, while another later died, in an effort to save his grandfather.
NEXT WEEK ON BEYOND THE GATES
Now, the week of October 19-23 previews that it appears that Hayley may be pregnant (take a look at the video preview below) with Bill’s child when she gets a little queasy, after she went to see her partner in crime, Randy (Maurice P. Kerry) to get a fresh ID to skip out of town and away from the DMV.
In fact, on the Tuesday, October 20 episode, official BTG spoilers indicate, Vernon assures Dani (Karla Mosley) that he’s got things handled, while Hayley’s ready for her next act, while on the Friday, October 23 episode, Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant) has devastating words for Hayley and Bill’s got another thing coming.
If you have a question for Marquita but cannot join us for the live broadcast, drop it in the comment section and we just might ask it during the chat.
Now let us know, do you think Hayley will be pregnant? How will she continue to evade any prison time? What has been your favorite scene of Marquita Goings on Beyond the Gates thus far? Comment below.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Jonathan Bennett Talks On Where Joe Fitzpatrick is Headed and Soap Opera Shirtless Scenes

It had become abundantly clear that roomies Dr. Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) and PCPD detective Joe Fitzpatrick (Jonathan Bennett) seem destined towards a romance on General Hospital.
In fact, to get Lucas all hot and bothered (although he does fully let on), during the Friday, October 16 episode, the good doctor helps Joe pick out something less stuffy to wear to a bar to meet people.
However, the moment is met with Joe taking off his shirt in front of Lucas and doing a quick change from sport coat and button down shirt to a more relaxed casual button down shirt. In fact, the ABC soap opera even called out the moment as their clip of the day (see below).

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MAJOR STORY TEASE FOR JOE
Bennett spoke with OUT in a new feature about what may be on the horizon for the by-the-book Joe and the moral Lucas, and how he learned that once the producers and writers on a soap script in a shirtless scene, if it goes over well, said actor, can expect many more in the months to come!
“I’m so excited for the audience to see where my character goes on General Hospital. It’s going to be monumental and I think people are going to love it,” teased Bennett. “I was shirtless in an episode and so petrified to shoot it,” he added. “I wanted to look my best and feel good. I really worked hard to get my body to a good place and I did it.”
STAYING CAMERA READY
However as Jonathan points out, now he is finding himself half-naked in upcoming scenes as officer Joe! “I think I shot myself in the foot! Now that I did it once and it turned out well, every few weeks I read a script and I’m coming out of the shower, changing my shirt, or in the bathtub,” revealed Jonathan.
So, how does he keep camera ready? “I’m in the gym more, I have a better diet,” pointed out Bennett. “You have to stay healthy if you’re going to be shirtless every few weeks! I’m gay, an only child, and an actor. Of course I love the attention!”
While Bennett’s Port Charles story is going to reveal itself in the coming months, you can also see Jonathan back as the host of The Food Network’s Halloween Wars 16th season which concludes on Sunday, October 25.
Now below. check out the scene in question from Friday’s GH entitled, “Lose the Shirt.”
Weigh-in: What do you think will be “monumental” that Jonathan has teased that viewers will find out about Joe in the coming weeks? Are you feeling the on-screen chemistry between Joe and Lucas? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
General Hospital
Wil Traval Talks His ‘General Hospital’ Debut and Being Paired with Kelly Thiebaud

The Friday, October 16 episode of General Hospital marked the on-screen debut of the mysterious Jude, played by primetime vet and Australian-born Wil Traval.
While not much has been revealed just yet, Traval spoke to TV Insider in his first conversation since joining the iconic ABC soap opera in a new interview out today.
As GH fans witnessed, Jude was introduced in scenes at a bar with Dr. Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud), and it would seem this may be her new leading man after things went south between Britt and Jason (Steve Burton). Traval said of working with the Daytime Emmy-winning Thiebaud, “I can’t speak more highly of her. I think she’s fantastic. It’s the biggest delight in my life to be working with her.”

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FROM BROKEN BACK TO PORT CHARLES
As it turns out, Wil was supposed to be on board for a very short visit to Port Charles. However, as he revealed, things didn’t go the way he planned and his stay got extended!
“Originally, it was going to be a short guest role, I believe, and at the end of the week I got a call saying they might want to offer me a contract on the show, which was a real surprise and delight.” the actors shared. “And the rest is history from there.”
The road to General Hospital was not an easy one in some other respects. Traval was in the middle of recovering from a car accident that broke his back when he got the call to submit a self-tape for the role of the mysterious stranger back in June. Suddenly, he found himself getting a callback which in turn led to a chemistry read with Kelly Thiebaud.
WHO IS JUDE?
In the week to come, General Hospital viewers will learn Jude’s connections to the residents of Port Charles and his true identity.
With an Australian contingent on the canvas, and its tentacles throughout GH history including: Dr. Tristan Roberts (Dean Geyer); Robert Scorpio (the late Tristan Rogers); and Josslyn’s father Jax (last played by Ingo Rademacher), and Jerry Jacks (last played by Sebastian Roche), one would think Jude HAS to be tied to these characters from down under, or does he?
So, what did you think of Wil Traval’s on-screen debut as Jude? Who do you think he will be revealed to be connected to? Do you think Jude will make a solid leading man for Kelly Thiebaud’s Britt Westbourne in story? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below.
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