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THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Preview: Billy Flynn’s Debut; Let the Games Begin During the Aristotle Dumas ‘Challenge’

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On The Young and the Restless, we have heard the name “Aristotle Dumas” for months now. We also know that Dumas is supposedly the corporate name but is an alias for someone else. We also know that Billy Flynn makes his Y&R debut next week after playing Days of our Lives favorite Chad DiMera for the last ten years.

So, what is going on here … and what is about to go down? From the looks of sneak peek photos from the top-rated daytime drama series and their “Next Week on Y&R” promo, many of the wealthiest and most influential people in the corporate world of Genoa City are heading to the French Riviera at the invitation of Dumas.

To get there, there is apparently a train ride once they get overseas, and an intriguing array of characters who are either each other’s mortal enemies, or current or former lovers in the mix which include: Lily (Christel Khalil), Damian (Jermaine Rivers) and Devon (Bryton James), Sally (Courtney Hope), Billy (Jason Thompson) and Victor (Eric Braeden) and Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott), Audra (Zuleyka Silver) and Kyle (Michael Mealor), and Phyllis (Michelle Stafford), Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon (Sharon Case) plus Jack (Peter Bergman and Diane (Suzanne Walters).

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In the promo, Dumas’ assistant Carter (Vincent Stalba) is revealed. Jack asks him if this is “maze?” Carter says it’s the “beginning of your challenge” as Diane, Audra and Kyle look on confused. There is also a moment from Lily where she says, “I just have this weird feeling like things aren’t going to go the way we think.” Later, it’s clear that she is being watched through video surveillance while she is alone on the property. Also, take a look below at a set photo that is the “Maze Challenge Buffet.”

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Many Y&R fans feel that in order to make sense of the build up to the story that Dumas, presumably played by Billy Flynn, will turn out to be a recast Cane Ashby (formerly Daniel Goddard) and Lily’s ex. Meanwhile, there was a key scene towards the end of the Friday, June 13 episode. In it, Damian came to say goodbye to his mother, Amy Lewis (Valarie Pettiford) before flying overseas. After he leaves, Amy tells Nate (Sean Dominic), she just got chills running down her spine. Is she foreshadowing Damian’s murder on the French Riviera? Is Y&R going White Lotus on us? Stay tuned.

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In addition, look for Mishael Morgan’s Amanda Sinclair to be a major part of the story as we learn just who Amanda is to the mysterious Dumas. Is she really just his lawyer? Could she have married the guy?

Now below, check out the official Y&R spoilers for the week of June 16-20:

Monday, June 16

Victor reveals details about Dumas, Chelsea makes a confession, and Nate puts Holden on notice.

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Tuesday, June 17

Victor helps Nikki make the best of a bad situation, Phyllis makes herself at home, and Billy puts his plan in motion.

Wednesday, June 18

Danny counsels Daniel, Adam and Chelsea mix business with pleasure, and Tessa loses patience with Mariah.

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Thursday, June 19

Jack has second thoughts about meeting Dumas, Lily arrives at the party looking for answers, and Kyle falls into a trap.

Friday, June 20

Aristotle Dumas reveals himself to his guests, and Amanda’s real connection to him is exposed.

So, after checking out the promo and these pics, who do you think Billy Flynn is truly playing? Do you think we will see characters hitting the sheets, a murder mystery, and some major explosive showdowns? Share your theories via the comment section below.

 

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Ok, when Cane Ashby first came to town, he was pretending to be Jill Abbott’s son, Phillip. Phillip and Cane would now be in their 50s. Cane was older when Lily, which I think Neil had a problem with. Billy Flynn is 39/40? Yes, they do de-age characters, such as Maeve McGuire on Edge of Night was replaced by an actress fifteen years younger than her. Sometimes it can be a little jarring. Lily and Cane’s kids are probably seniors in college now, which would make them 21. Just sayin.

Stopped watching about 8 months ago due to recycled, redundant and dull storylines. But I might give this storyline a chance.

I agree. I’ve watched the show since it came on the air. The writing has been TERRIBLE, I am so tired of all the fighting and – lines said over and over and over again. Let’s get some real life excitement and family interest going here. There’s enough doom and gloom all over the place. Plz don’t fill our SOAPS with it!

If I never, EVER hear the name Aristotle Dumas or “Dumas” again for the rest of my life I will be happy. This show has been like watching paint dry for weeks now. I can literally predict everything that will be coming out of any given character’s mouth. No surprises. I am never wrong unfortunately. In the words of Victor “I don’t give a damn” at this point who Dumas is. They have worn this out.

amen!

I am not excited. I do like the idea of taking many characters and inserting them into the same plot line though. Something happened in Genoa City the last few years. The stories are not very compelling. Sooooo many conversations about corporate machinations and backstabbing. And although major things happen to the characters, there is no lasting trauma or character redirect. As for this idea Dumas may mark the return of Cane Ashby just makes my eyes roll.

Agree 100 %

Truth

This is horrible news. Billy will turn into a zombie because YawneR is so boring.

I thought Michael and Lauren also received invites but they are not featured in the promos. Did I make this up in my head? I very much was looking forward to them being part of this storyline.

I think Michael told Nick he wouldn’t be going since he was invited when he still worked for Victor. Victor also made it clear he didn’t want Michael there.

I sincerely hope Dumas is not Cane. Couldn’t stand the character, particularly its portrayer (DG)
I AM sick of hearing the name and lookl forward to seeing so many of the cast in Nice.

He’s over at GH now so you’re safe.

This storyline has been beaten to death and we haven’t even seen this new character yet. I think JG thought that characters mentioning Dumas name aLOT over the course of the last several months would produce an increase of eyeballs on the show. To JG I say: EPIC FAIL!!

I think it’s time to switch EPs. Josh Griffith has overstayed his welcome.

TOTALLY!!

I am so sick of this story line. I turn the mute on whenever someone’s mentioning Dumal. I would much rather stick with Mariah so we can find out about her.

We can play a drinking game for every time a character says “ Dumas” ugh

If we played a drinking game everytime we heard Dumas we would all die of alcohol poisoning in a weeks time! Sick of it!!!

I have a question there was a period in time when I wouldn’t watch y&r how does Mariah and Cassie that died years ago look alike. And Sharon calls her daughter

So sick of this story line dragging out for months I quit watching it. I have many recorded but don’t even care to watch them. Who ever is writing this story line should be fired before the show goes down the toilet permanently! Get on with it for God’s sake!

I totally agree!!! I am soooooo sick of hearing “Duma’” name!….fir goodness sake get on with the story & don’t keep dragging it out….it’s getting bbbooorrriiiinnnnggg (boring)! Writers get on with it before you lose your viewers!!!! I for one do hope it turns out to be Cane Ashby!!!! ….and looking forward to finding out what he is actually up to!!!

Canes on another soap right now. Is he leaving?

Viewers have known for months that this is Cane…..not a real shocker. Also it’s hard to watch the great Michelle Stafford Phyllis, she goes everywhere in town to preach & whine, does she even have a home? She has no life of her own?

All of you are wrong. It is Jill. Why does everyone think it is a man. The only logical answer is Jill Abbott

Maybe Debbie, I didn’t think of Jill because she’s been having health problems etc. I’m sure Billy Flynn didn’t come on the show to work in Jabot’s mailroom? Or Amanda herself too

I’ve been thinking it’s Jill too!

We all see this new guy that’s about to show himself. But it could really be Jill or how about this. Miss Chancellor’s son Brock!

I really dislike Amanda. Snob and I think reveng.

I agree, don’t like this plot. It is very boring
I do need to know why Sally has turned into a cheap call girl? She dresses and wears make up like a cheap street walker. And constantly seducing Billy. PUKE!. Oh and Audra is not much better
This needs to be fixed!

Why can’t you writers for once not have slut Audra win at getting men in bed, give Kyle credit for shutting her down and not allowing Victor to win- by destroying his grand daughter happiness he supposedly loves. For once let Victor & Audra be humiliated you writers constantly writing same story over & over. Time to let Kyle show Victor – Kyle is committed to Clare – not always thinking with his small head. .

I’m so tired of Victor thinking he is above everyone else. He need to get off his high horse and come back down to earth. And he need to let the name Billy boy go. That is old now, along with how he act.

He is old duh!

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Can Trina Help Michael Stop Willow From Taking Away His Children?

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the action picks right back up with Michael (Rory Gibson) questioning Jacinda (Paige Herschell) on what exactly she did to exact revenge on her after Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) got a restraining order against her.

In the newly-released video teaser promo for the ABC soap opera, Michael is with Jacinda and is astonished when he says, “You drugged the mother of my children?” Jacinda realizes she made an irreversible mistake in her relationship with Michael, which may now be kaput.

Meanwhile, in what appears to be the aftermath of her drinking the laced coffee, Willow wakes up from her couch, somewhat disheveled, and is seen asking Nina (Cynthia Watros), “What happened?” Later, Michael and Willow come face to face after the incident with Nina’s voiceover as a precursor to the action, saying, “Willow’s war with Michael is escalating.”

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MICHAEL MAY FIND AN ALLIANCE TO FEND OFF WILLOW

Now an angry Willow, who had finally got shared custody of her children with Michael, Wiley (Viron Weaver) and Amelia (Sienna Goerisch), feels emblazoned to get them all for herself. Willow tells Michael, “I am taking my kids.” But, not so fast Willow!

From the looks of it, Trina (Tabyana Ali) and Kai (Jens Austin Astrup) arrive at the Quartermaine mansion just in time to talk to Michael. Trina confesses, “We can help you stop her!” Will Trina and Kai finally admit they know that Willow is the person who shot Drew Cain (Cameron Mathison)?

Finally, the verdict is in at Curtis’ (Donnell Turner) trial. Will he be found guilty or innocent of assaulting Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson), which put an end to the doctors surgical career? Stay tuned.

WHAT ELSE WILL HAPPEN IN PORT CHARLES THIS WEEK?

Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for episodes airing August 10-14.

MONDAY, AUGUST 10
Jason tries to reason with Drew. Michael makes a promise. Josslyn shares news with Carly. Britt receives encouragement from an unlikely source. Brook Lynn is alarmed.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11
Cody encounters Serena. Emma is disappointed. Nina runs interference. Jordan is caught off-guard. Michael suffers a loss.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
Sonny prepares for battle. Drew relays his plan. Michael is stunned. Scout confides in Rocco. Portia is conflicted.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
Willow is threatened. Anna sets a trap. Britt seeks out Rocco. Trina is left reeling. Josslyn stands her ground.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Jason opens up to Carly. Tracy receives a shocking request. Brennan makes an offer. Danny asks Charlotte for help. Molly presents Cody with an idea.

Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Declaring War” below.

Then weigh-in: do you think Trina and Kai will finally tell Michael everything they know about how Willow shot Drew and covered it up? Is it curtains for Jacinda with Michael? Should Curtis be found guilty for accosting Isaiah? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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John Oliver Arrives on ‘Days of Our Lives’ in Mystery Role

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Late Week Tonight host, John Oliver finishes up his tour of soap opera duty, next week in all-new episodes of Days of Our Lives. As previously reported, Oliver is arriving in Salem in a mystery role, but will share scenes with EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) and Rita (Maggie Carney), and from the newly-released Peacock promo with Mayor Paulina Price (Jackée Harry), too!

DAYS fans and ‘Late Night’ fans can look forward to three episodes featuring Oliver. First up on Tuesday, August 11, followed by Wednesday, August 12 and his last appearance on Friday, August 14.

Once Oliver put out the word on an episode of his HBO series back in March, sharing. “To all the soap operas out there, let me say this: I’m officially offering myself to you. Write me a role, and I will be on your set so fast, it will make your head spin,’ both General Hospital and Days of Our Lives came calling.

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Oliver wrapped his three-episode General Hospital stint as the head of the WSB (World Security Bureau) on-screen on July 6, after his sudden emergence onto the scene of a shoutout and making quite the entrance via getting out of an actual helicopter on the July 2 episode. Oliver was praised by the GH cast and its fans for his portrayal as it was dramatic with a few soap tropes thrown in for fun, during his visit, too.

Now, can he do it again on Days of Our Lives? This time as of this posting, DAYS has not revealed who Oliver actually isportraying within the story, but we do know he is wearing a dark wig on his head. However, according to Soaps.com per Dan Feuerriegel, Oliver’s character’s name is “Devlin St. John.”

Days of Our Lives executive producer, Ken Corday previously said in a statement, “When John Oliver said, ‘Call me, soaps, I’m available and willing to travel. I want to be a part of that world,’ our world, we had to heed the call!”

As reported, Access Hollywood was on the set the day Oliver was in Salem and spoke to the guest star plus his scenes partner, Dan Feuerriegel and Maggie Carney, where Carney said of John, “He is fast, of course, quick on his feet. He definitely likes to improvise — which I do, too — but within the scope of the scene. So that’s so much fun. He’s very present.”

Now below, you can check out the promo sighting of John Oliver at the end of the teaser, while earlier in the video spoiler: Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) threatens Rita saying, “If you don’t get out of my way, I will make you get out of my way.”  Stephanie (Abigail Klein) does not likeAlex’s (Robert Scott Wilson) plan to move into Joy’s (AlexAnn Hopkins) room at the pub. Rafe (Galen Gering) shows up and reveals he has been following  Dimitri (Peter Porte) and it appears Chanel (Raven Bowens) is going into labor, or, is she? And did Theo get to say goodbye to his mother, Lexie (Nikki Crawford) in time? Stay tuned.

So, who exactly do you think John Oliver is playing next week when he arrives on Days of Our Lives? Intrigued to see how it all plays out after his successful stint as GH’s Z? Let us know via the comment section below.

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THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Preview: Has Sharon Been Drugged? Nick Hits Rock Bottom and He Meets a New Woman

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Nick Newman’s (Joshua Morrow) harrowing drug addiction takes front and centerstage next week on all-new episodes airing August 10-14 on CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless. In addition, Devon (Bryton James) has some words for his family, and Victoria (Amelia Heinle) and Kyle (Michael Mealor) are getting closer, plus Emmy-winner Jade Harlow makes her debut in the recurring role of Marie Kirkland.

In the official Y&R video spoilers and previews for the action coming up in Genoa City, the Monday, August 10 episode places Nick at the Genoa City Shadow Room with Sharon (Sharon Case) and Mariah (Camryn Grimes), Matt (Roger Howarth) and even Nick’s drug dealer (Chris Winchell) all present. Sharon looks like she has been drugged, but has she? Or, is this just a hallucination by Nick?

Later, Nick gets into a heated argument with brother Adam (Mark Grossman). From the looks of it, could this be a standalone episode on Nick’s addiction in real time?Sadly, it all winds up with Nick alone somewhere in Genoa City.

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Suddenly, a woman comes up to Nick and says, “Why don’t you just relax? Who knows? We could have the time of our lives.” It’s Marie Kirkland. All this, begging the questions; what does she want from Nick, and who might she be an accomplice of?

Meanwhile, Victoria, overcome with emotion over her brother Nick, winds up on the Crimson Lights patio with Kyle Abbott and the two share a passionate kiss. Is Y&R finally moving forward with the forbidden romance between an Abbott and a Newman? Finally, Devon has shocking news for Nate (Sean Dominic), Lily (Christel Khalil) and Abby (Melissa Ordway). Devon shares, “I have something to tell you guys that will change your lives!“ With Devon not acting himself as of late and a bit impulsive, what has he done? Will it go over like a lead balloon? Stay tuned.

Y&R SPOILERS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 10-14 SHOW NICK’S IN TROUBLE

Now below, check out more Y&R spoilers for next week’s episodes.

Monday, August 10
Nick’s loved ones force him to face his demons.

Tuesday, August 11
Devon’s announcement surprises his family, Kyle sees a new side to Victoria, and Nick finds comfort from a new friend.

Wednesday, August 12
Cane warns Jack about Billy’s latest plan, Lily counsels Nate about returning to medicine, and Nick hits rock bottom.

Thursday, August 13
Victor and Nikki share their concerns about Nick, while Billy shares a secret with Jack and Kyle.

Friday, August 14
Nikki keeps up appearances, Adam and Chelsea discuss unresolved feelings from their past, and Billy comes between Cane and Lily.

So, what do you think will happen on Monday’s Y&R? Is this all a mess and Nick’s reality as he tries to find his battle with addiction? What will be Marie Kirkland’s agenda with Nick? Are you happy or mad that they seem to be pairing Victoria with Kyle Abbott? Weigh-in with your thoughts and theories via the comment section. But first, check out the Y&R video teaser below.

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