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The Young and the Restless Wins 2025 WGA Award for Writing in a Daytime Drama
In ceremonies on Saturday night, the 2025 Writers Guild Awards are being handed out concurrently in Los Angeles and in New York City in the categories of motion picture, television, streaming and news, radio and audio and promotional writing.
This year’s Daytime Drama writing award included three of the four current soaps: Days of our Lives, General Hospital, and The Young and the Restless. The Bold and the Beautiful did not send in submissions for the competition. When it was time to announce the winner in the category, actress Justine Lupe (Succession) took to the stage to present it during the livestream broadcast.
The Young and the Restless were named the 2025 Daytime Drama winners. The winning writing team is comprised of: Head Writer Amanda L. Beall Writers Susan Banks, Jeff Beldner, Marin Gazzaniga, Lindsay Harrison, Marla Kanelos, Rebecca McCarty, Madeleine Phillips, and Dave Ryan. It should be noted Y&R’s head writer, Josh Griffith is not eligible for the award due to his Fi-Core status with the writer’s union, which began with the 2007/2008 writers’ strike.
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In their acceptance speech, writer, Dave Ryan expressed, “We want to thank our team at CBS Sony, the Bells and the amazing cast and crew led by our showrunner Josh Griffith, who bring 255 episodes to life each year.”
Writer, Madeleine Phillips, added a special nod to the incoming newest daytime soap in the CBS line-up, Beyond the Gates, “And we want to say to our colleagues at Beyond the Gates, which is a new soap opera starting in just a couple of weeks, we welcome you to daytime. We’re so happy you’re here, and we look forward to seeing you here next year!”
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During the presentation of the WGA writing award for a Daytime Drama Series, clips were shown representing the work of the nominated scripts. Y&R featured moments from the two-person episode featuring Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) trying to stop Nikki’s (Melody Thomas Scott) bender, only to put his own life and addiction in peril, and Sharon (Sharon Case) talking to the illusion of Cameron Kirsten (Linden Ashby), while Nick (Joshua Morrow) looked on.
Y&R’s previous wins in the Daytime Drama writing category occurred in: 2003, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2013, and 2020. For the last four consecutive years, Days of our Lives has won the prestigious writing award under former head writer, Ron Carlivati in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
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Tonight, writing for a primetime Drama Series went to Shogun, Limited Series went to The Penguin, and Comedy Series went to Hacks. For a complete list of tonight’s 77th WGA Award winners, click here.
So, what do you think of Y&R taking the top writing prize for a Daytime Drama Series at the 2025 WGA Awards? Comment below.
Get rid of Josh G, please…………………..
Yes, and please hurry!
I’m speechless. Josh Griffith has to be one of the worst headwriters on-record. No one writes BORING quite like Mr. Griffith.
He needs to GO like last week.
i can fast forward thru many episodes until i get to characters i care about, some days i delete the show 15 minutes in. He is easily the worst. No cliffhangers, no reason to watch tomorrow, nothing that leaves me on the edge of my seat. CBS would be better off re-running the best of Y&R every day instead of what we get now.
Ahem, it’s because of the writing that I gave up this 30+ year habit. Yes, I understand they’re under tremendous budget constraints but that doesn’t explain the recycled, boring and pointless writing. How many times must we watch the nearly fifty year old Billy find himself before he’s ready to put his big boy pants on? They’ve got a talented cast but even they can’t compensate for the stale and redundant writing.
I totally agree.
Yes, when the coming attraction at the end of last week was that Victor was going to go for Jabot Cosmetics, I was like how many times does this make, 4…5? When a big storyline on Y&R is the talk of doing a refresh of the Abbott home???? Talk about just working to pick up a pay check. And one wonders why daytime tv is dying.
Undeserved win Going around in circles with some insipid storylines. Sharon and Phyllis are missing. Who has them? Ian Ward, of course. Where is Jordan? A zombie?
Then there’s Damian Kane who looks as old as his mother and is not the right actor for this role. Please to not couple him with beautiful Lily. His friend; yeees!! Yum!!
Celia…I CANNOT STAND that Damian dude!!!!! To me, he looks like he always wants to punch someone…and (to me) he has the face of a psychopath. BEYOND BLECH!!!!! Oh…and you are SO RIGHT ON about that Holden dude…YUM YUM YUM!!!!! To me, Holden is WAY MORE LIKEABLE than that HUMORLESS CLOWN Damian!!!!! LOL
Have a good one, dear.
Hey, Jay, my friend!! Everything you said!!Damian looks like a bulldog ready for a fight. No class, no looks, no character or personality. Then, there’s Ian. Why is he still here? This guy has nine lives. Maybe the PTB want Sharon and Phyllis to finally become besties?? ❤️
These comments are weird. Many viewers prioritize pretty boy looks above talent, but this is just an attack. The actor referred to here is a breath of fresh air and works with an intensity that got him the part. It’s refreshing and far sexier than the usual way of phoning it in. Something else seems to be the reason for deeming him unattractive.
We are entitled to our opinion. And, yes—looks are a major part of soap’s “decor”, especially when the acting skill is lacking. “Damian” has no passion or “light”. And, he is too old for the role. Are you this actor? Sounds like it.
Don’t like either of these men! After all the hype in the beginning of the main actor, Damien being so good looking, etc Can anyone see our refined, classy, etc, Lily being attracted to him, really? Holden, the good looking one, so suave and smooth at least seems to have a little more character. Makes me sick watching Amy, practically on her knees begging for her son’s forgiveness. Also Audra is acting like a human being, almost. I hate this whole SL and will probably just give up on it, the more they drag Lily into it.
Days of our Lives long-running cast member James Reynolds revealed on the November 10 edition of Entertainment Tonight that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and his character of Abe Carver will now be going through an on-screen Parkinson’s battle as well.
Speaking with ET’s Nischelle Turner, the 80-year-old actor and Daytime Emmy winner shared how he attempted to hide the warning signs dating back to 15-20 years ago when he would have, “What they call the hallucinations. My wife (Lissa) would say, ‘You were hitting me last night in bed,’ and I would say, ‘What?!’ I was having these really horrible dreams.” Reynolds also added that he realized falling out of bed was an early symptom of Parkinson’s too.
Discussing the on-going tremors that have become more noticeable over time especially in hands, James shared that when he finally told the Days of our Lives cast they were nothing but “extraordinarily helpful and supportive.”
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SCREEN LIFE TO MIRROR REAL LIFE
Now with DAYS about to launch into Abe’s Parkinson’s storyline, Reynolds hopes that he can turn his experience into something positive by encouraging others facing the disease to keep fighting. During the sit-down, Reynolds co-star Jackée Harry (Paulina Price) recalls her reaction to learning of Reynolds’ real-life diagnosis and how she has continued to search for new treatments to inform James about.
Although Parkinson’s disease currently has no cure, there are medications and treatments can help those manage symptoms and improve quality of life. The condition progresses at a different pace from individual to individual.
As discussed in his conversation with ET, Reynolds cited Michael J. Fox and Alan Alda as two high-profile celebrities who have brought awareness to the disease.
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In story on DAYS, Abe in recent weeks had been experiencing tremors which led to seek help and a diagnosis Dr. Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans). Soon Abe and others will find out of his battle with Parkinson’s. Although on the promo for this week’s DAYS, Abe is seen telling Kayla, that he will do something, “when the time is right.”
James Reynolds is one of the most prolific performers, being the longest-running Black Actor in a role on a television series, not to mention his aforementioned Lead Actor Daytime Emmy win in 2018, and being inducted in 2025 into the Daytime Emmy Gold and Silver Society of honorees.
You can check out James’ in-depth conversation on his Parkinson’s diagnosis below.
Share your thoughts for James after learning of his health battle, and what do you think of Days of our Lives incorporating the disease into Abe Carver’s Salem storyline? Let us know in the comment section.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards red carpet arrivals featured many a leading man from your favorite soaps, plus the younger stars and veteran actors you’ve come to love.
The gents were definitely about the bowties this year, plus fashion-forward trends, classic suit and tux looks, or sport jacket and no tie. There were a myriad of fashion choices on display from the one thing the soaps are usually known for, ‘hot’ guys.
This year for the first time the red carpet featured the cast of Beyond the Gates who were eligible for Daytime Emmy competition for the first time in their young history, bringing fresh faces and new vibes to the festivities.
LEADING MEN, VETERAN STARS AND NEWCOMERS STRIKE A POSE
Many of this year’s nominees who went on to become eventual winners, previous Emmy winners, and more, took to the carpet to strike a pose for the paparazzi in attendance.
Some of the standout looks came from (pictured above): Steve Burton (Jason Morgan, General Hospital) in traditional black tux with a sheen, Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter Walton, The Bold and the Beautiful), Giovanni Mazza (Gio Palmieri), Jibre Hordges (Jacob Hawthorne, Beyond the Gates) and Michael Graziadei (Daniel Romalotti, The Young and the Restless), all wearing tuxes, suits or sportcoat and trousers with a bowtie, plus now two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Roger Howarth (Matt Clark, The Young and the Restless) who gave us that stellar jacket and more relaxed vibe for the carpet.
Now below, check out the other actors who made an impression with red carpet fashion at the Daytime Emmy Awards this past Friday night.
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Days of our Lives and Brilliant Minds alum, Al Calderon (ex-Javi Hernandez), a Daytime Emmy nominee in light green suit.
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Beyond the Gates’ Jaden Lucas Miller (Tyrell Richardson) had it put together from head to toe making his first appearance at a Daytime Emmy red carpet.
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The icon, Y&R’s Eric Braeden, a nominee this year for Lead Actor for his performances as Victor Newman took to the red carpet alongside his granddaughter, but took a moment to pose solo for the cameras.
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Alex Cheeks who plays Donnell McBride on Beyond the Gates took to the carpet in this blue suit with brooch.
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General Hospital’s Dominic Zamprogna (Dante Falconeri) entering the red carpet from the street stylin’ in blue jacket and white sneakers.
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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Harrison Cone (Deke Sharpe) bringing the on-trend fashion to the Emmys, as well as he would as the young fashion designer at Logan!
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General Hospital’s Sawandi Wilson (Dr. Isaiah Gannon) in velvet red tuxedo stood out on the red carpet.
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Last year’s Lead Actor Daytime Emmy winner, Paul Telfer (Xander Kiriakis, Days of our Lives) returned this year to present several awards on-stage and hit the red carpet in very stylish black kilt.
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Days of our Lives’ newest leading man, Kyle Pryor made his debut on the Daytime Emmy red carpet. He premieres tomorrow on the November 2nd episode of the Peacock streaming soap operas as Dominik Marino.
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Beyond the Gates star, Sean Freeman (Andre Richardson) always looks super cool. This time in white jacket and packets making a fashion statement on his first Daytime Emmys red carpet.
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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Crew Morrow (Will Spencer) opted for a jean jacket and black sheen jeans to take to the carpet, but still bringing the swag.
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Days of our Lives alum Christopher Sean (Paul Narita), a nominee for Guest Performer in a Daytime Drama Series took to the red carpet in beautiful blue.
So, which men do you think were looking good? Did the actors bring it to the red carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmys red carpet was filled with the leading ladies of soap opera, with an array of styles, looks and fashion trends: from bright vibrant colored gowns, plenty of sequins, pantsuits, retro looks, to fashion-forward and more.
From many an Emmy newcomer to the carpet with the stars of Beyond the Gates making their first-ever appearances on daytime’s biggest night, to veteran fan favorites, to the nominees and the guest stars, these women walked the carpet showing off their 2026 fashion sensibilities to the paparazzi.
Let’s take a look at some of the noteworthy looks starting with pictured above: Beyond the Gates star and now Emmy winner, Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas), Days of our Lives’ Abigail Klein (Stephanie Johnson), and Sal Stowers (Lani Price Grant), General Hospital’s Katelyn MacMullen (Willow Tait) and alum and nominee Eva LaRue (ex-Natalia Rogers Ramirez).
DRESSED TO IMPRESS
Now below, check out some of the other red carpet looks from the actresses of Beyond the Gates, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless, and then you can let us know in the comment section the answer to our question, “Who’s got the look?”
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General Hospital’s Amanda Setton, a first-time Emmy nominee for her work as Brook Lynn Quartermaine, looked beautiful in burgundy.
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The Belle of the Ball: Beyond the Gates star Tamara Tunie wowed the red carpet, and later took home her first Lead Actress Daytime Emmy for her role as Anita Dupree.
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Y&R star, Hayley Erin (Claire) look stylish and in the popular burgundy dress color trend on the carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kelly Kruger (Serena Baldwin) dressed in black and brought elegance to the carpet.
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Y&R star, Christel Khalil (Lily Winters) looked stunning in this olive green dress and matching handbag and earrings.
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General Hospital’s Alexa Havins (Lulu Spencer) also dressed in sophisticated black with embroidered top and sarong dress.
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Days of our Lives’ Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez), who always wows on the carpet, did so again this year in a pearl white gown.
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Beyond the Gates’ Rhonni Rose Mantilla’s (Chelsea Hamilton) in a cobalt blue dress making her first appearance on a Daytime Emmys red carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kristen Vaganos (Molly Lansing-Davis) in a pale peach dress took to the Emmys red carpet.
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General Hospital’s Braedyn Bruner (Emma Drake), a first-time Daytime Emmy nominee, showed youth with elegance.
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General Hospital’s Maura West (Ava Jerome) and Cynthia Watros (Nina Reeves), both past Lead Actress Daytime Emmy winners, were on-hand to root on this year’s nominee in the category and for their show, which ultimately won Outstanding Drama Series.
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Three-time Daytime Emmy winner, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers) of The Young and the Restless definitely had people turning heads during the red carpet arrivals.
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Y&R’s Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea Lawson) took to the red carpet also in a black dress with her latest hairstyle!
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The one and only Finola Hughes (Anna Devane, General Hospital) opted for a sleek, yet comfortable style for the 2026 Daytime Emmys.
So, who do you think wore it best from the women on this year’s Daytime Emmys Red Carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.
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