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VIDEO: More Scoop on Y&R's Spoof "The Young and the Recyclable" Featuring The Late Jeanne Cooper!
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All the rage this Labor Day weekend in soapland has beenĀ his video brought to the attention first by Daytime Confidential, that is probably the funniest thing we, or many soap fans have ever seen!
And what is even better is with video spoofs like the cast of Y&R’s “The Young and the Recyclable”, this week’s episode ofĀ Michelle Stafford’s web series, The Stafford Project featuring Joshua Morrow (Nick, Y&R), andĀ All My Children’s Cady McClainĀ (Dixie) spoofing being an interviewer as Suzy F*cking Homemaker chatting with OLTL’s Melissa Archer (Natalie), those that are, or have been in the soap industry, are poking some serious fun at themselves.Ā And their faithful audience is having fun with it too, because when you break it down, soaps can be pretty outlandish!
Now “The Young and the Recyclable” features the late great Jeanne Cooper (Katherine Chancellor) in a video that tells the tale of what it would be like if Y&R recast the role of Katherine Chancellor!Ā Ā Ā On-Air On-Soaps spoke to an insider today to get some more details on where this video came from and more!Ā We learned that it was most likely shot in 2009 and shown at one of the Y&R anniversary parties for the cast and crew.Ā We also learned that Jeanne Cooper loved being part of it, and that since her passing, many of the cast members wanted to make sure they had a copy of this on DVD, as it was such a wonderful inside joke and treasure.Ā Finally, the scene where you see Jeanne Cooper getting into a war of words with Jess Walton (Jill), was completely ad-libbed, which is why you see Jess almost busting out laughing.Ā We have a feeling a lot of this was ab-libbed though!Ā And wait till the end of the video, where Eric Braeden (Victor) attempts to dress up as Jeanne Cooper/Katherine Chancellor.Ā Joshua Morrow also proves yet again, he is absolutely amazing at satire in one of our favorite moments!! And might we add, so is the late former Y&R co-executive producer, Paul Rauch who makes an appearance, and keep your eyes for Greg Rikaart (Kevin) throughout who is key to the entire story!
Below, watch “The Young and the Recyclable” and let us know what you thought of it? What were your favorite parts of it?Ā We thought how ever this got out on the Internet, it was a perfect way to also honor the humorous side of Jeanne, as we come to the heavy drama of Katherine’s memorial episodesĀ on Y&R next week on September 3rd and 4th on CBS.
I thought this was wonderful – absolutely loved it. Really hilarious to see the cast poke fun at their characters.
That was hilarious!
Thought this was one of the funniest things I have seen. Also a reminder how Jeanne Cooper lived life to its fullest and loved every minute of it. Great reminder of the feisty dame she was! In all honesty though, Eric Braeden stole the show at the end. Nobody should be consuming a beverage when they see him lol.
I cannot believe you got a copy of this. It is absolutely hilarious. I laughed right out loud quite a few times.
This was the most stupid thing that I have ever watched! How dare you make fun of my favorite show” The Young and the Restless! It wasn’t funny at all. And I took it to be an insult. I love this show and all of the characters in it.
Linda you have no sence of humour. go take your meds. you will feel much better lol.
THANK YOU i totally agree go take your meds you may feel better after! This was absolutely hilarious. Very Tongue in cheek and shows that when a soap or any show can make fun of itself it is not going anywhere for a long time. By the way Young and the Restless made this THEMSELVES SO NO ONE WAS INSULTING THEM. They were taking a lighthearted few minutes to poke fun at themselves lighten up people its a joke by the cast and crew of young and restless GEESH
I can’t believe these people saying how funny it was. I had to stop watching ’cause it was so stupid. Really? A paper bag is funny?
I guess nothing pleases you.
It was quite funny actually! Your sense of humor must be off!
Clearly you don’t understand good humor!! They are making fun of themselves get a grip!
George you asked me if it requires more intelligence to appreciate certain forms of humor–I don’t know, but I do know it requires more intelligence to defend one’s viewpoint based on sound argument rather than just putting someone down on a personal level for theirs. Telling someone they don’t have a sense of humor just because they don’t find something you find funny is a lazy argument — satire isn’t everyone cup of tea, just like I personally find bathroom humor and slapstick boring. Seeing a man get hit in the family jewels on AFV simply has no appeal for me,but that doesn’t mean I don’t have a sense of humor.
I don’t know Linda. Maybe she has a PHD and she thought I was being condescending explaining satire but at least I attempted to explain the intention of the satire based on what it is, and not by putting her down for not understanding the motive behind it. I don’t expect her to like it, but hopefully my explanation helps her to take it less personally knowing the mocking was directed at the powers that be, and not fans of the show.
Linda– I know you are getting flack for saying you did not find this clip funny that you in fact thought it was insulting to the show and characters you love.
First off let me say to those who are putting Linda down for her thoughts, that humor is SUBJECTIVE and NOT FACTUAL, which means something is funny if you think it is. Just like everyone has different tastes in movies, literature, television shows, favorite foods, we can have different tastes in humor. If I find something funny and you don’t that doesn’t take away from my enjoyment, and likewise if you find something I don’t that doesn’t mean I don’t have a sense of humor, just one different than yours-so stop ragging on Linda and Becky Z simply because they didn’t find this clip funny.
Linda this clip is satire and satire is meant to be an exaggeration, to basically mock long held conventions and stereotypes as a way to point out the flaws in said system. In this case they were not mocking the show, or the characters, they were mocking how soaps have become about money and not the craft. They were basically saying they feel the powers that be think so little of the actors that eventually they could be replace with just paper bags instead of real people. It was made for and by those involved in making a soap, not for the fans.
Their intention was not to insult the show, or their characters or fans, but basically make fun of the business side of soaps, by using the exaggerate soap formula- to tell the tale. They played up the stereotypes of not their characters, but themselves, like with EB being all about getting his high salary back by trying to take Jeanne’s role. And this made before she passed away so no disrespect was intended. This is how satire works, but satire isn’t everyone’s cup of tea—so it is okay you didn’t like it, but I honestly believe the actors involve and those who made this clip– love their fans, the show and their characters- what they were putting down using satire was the business side of soap making. It is the business side the treats actors like they are a commodity instead of an artist, and that is what they were mocking — so I hope you will understand they weren’t trying to insult you as a fan, or the show.
The fact that you spent so much time explaining satire to an adult speaks volumes. Yes everyone in entitled to have different likes and dislikes(I think we all get that) but sometimes it takes and requires more intelligence to appreciate certain humor.
Now, now children. Play nice. Linda and Becky are entitled to their opinions. It WAS a little on the strange side. š
I think it was shot in 2010. Very funny! I love satirical humour!
If Jeanne liked it enough to do, who are we to say anything, except it was funny!
I loved it ,absolutely loved it !!
What fun !!
I wish more shows did “spoof” like this – they probably do ,but not for public consumption.
It was great !!
Very funny and very sad all in one!!!
Saw this on SOC & loved it.
RIP – Jeanne Cooper & Paul Rauch.
Linda and Becky…do you not see the humor in this? And Linda, THEY are making fun of themselves.
It’s HILARIOUS.
It was made when Rauch was being forced with budget cuts…it shows how ludicrous he felt the cuts were and how the big names of the show…Cooper and Braeden would really NEVER be let go.
All the players are here…I especially loved Greg…his voice over for K-Y. Even though it was short, I also loved Eileen and Melody’s bit.
It just goes to show you that the cast is talented, and can more than handle comedy AND poking fun at themselves and their show.
So well done!
That was hilarous!!! I love how the actors/crew were in on it and seemed liked they had a great time doing it.
I thought it was funny. A little strange but funny.
BEYOND FUNNY!!!!!!
THAT WAS GREAT!!!
Unfortunately, I only saw a small portion of this – It suddenly stopped, and I could not get it to progress further. Too bad, as what I did see was funny, and I loved seeing these wonderful Actors spoof themselves. And too, such a rare privilege seeing Jeanne Cooper doing Comedy. She is badly missed!!!
lmao, I loved it… the WHOLE THING WAS HILARIOUS!!! ESPECIALLY MRS K LISTENING TO BIGGY, THAT PART WAS AWESOME
Fabulous, hilarious. Every person involved was superb. Jeanne Cooper was brilliant. Loved hearing her voice again. Thank you to whomever made viewing this possible.
Funny!!!!! They were all very good. I Luv spoofs.
I thought it was funny.
ABC has named their ‘Bachelor’ for the upcoming 30th season of the reality series. Sam Hartman, a 27-year-old NFL quarterback who plays playing for the Washington Commanders, will be handing out the roses as he searches for love.
The upcoming season of The Bachelor will premiere in 2027 on Sunday, March 21 at 8 p.m ET. on ABC and streaming the next day on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S.
The announcement was made, and Hartman’s first interview was on the Friday, November 13 edition of Good Morning America, where he shared with cohosts Sam Champion and Rebecca Jarvis:Ā “Iām excited but also very nervous, I have a tough time holding conversation with one girl. 30 is going to be pretty tough.”
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WASHINGTON COMMANDERS QB WRESTLED WITH THE NOTION OF BECOMING THE BACHELOR
Hartman also revealed his initial thoughts on appearing on The Bachelor: “Honestly, at first, I was like ‘no way. The connotation of it ā I don’t know.” Ultimately the QB was swayed to take on the reality franchise lead for its upcoming season.
A Charlotte, North Carolina, native, Hartman played for Wake Forest and Notre Dame in the college ranks. It was there he set ACC records, including most career touchdown passes and 300-yard passing games. Sam was also featured in the documentary series QB1: Beyond the Lights. Currently, on the NFL’s Washington Commanders, he serves as a quarterback on their practice squad.
FORMER ATHLETES THAT ALSO GAVE OUT THE FINAL ROSE
The pick of Sam Hartman aligns with pro athletes who have appeared on the show in the past including: now ‘Bachelor’ host, NFL quarterback Jesse Palmer, former soccer player Juan Pablo Galavi, Ā ace car driver Arie Luyendyk Jr. and former NFL practice squad player Colton Underwood.
The Bachelor is executive produced by Scott Teti, Jason Ehrlich and Andy Frank serve as executive producers.
You can check out Sam Hartman talking about being cast as the series lead for the upcoming season 30 of The Bachelor with GMA below.
Now let us know, will you be checking out the 2027 season of The Bachelor featuring Sam looking for love? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section.
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‘General Hospital’s’ Cynthia Watros Honors Former ‘Titus’ Co-Star Stacy Keach Following His Passing
General Hospital star Cynthia Watros, who can currently be seen in on the ABC soap opera in the role of Nina Reeves, has had a enduring career in television. That included her time on the 2000-2002 Fox sitcom, Titus.
In Titus, Watros starred along with Stacy Keach as Erin Fitzpatrick and Ken Titus, respectively. After the November 10th news that Keach had passed away at 85 while living in Poland, Cynthia took to her Instagram on Thursday, November 12 to pay tribute to the great actor.
Watros expressed, “My first prime time show was along side Stacy. I loved him instantly. What an amazing talent and man.❤️”
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In Titus, Stacy played stand up comedian Christopher Titus’ heavy-drinking, chain-smoking, five-times-divorced father who frequently pulled cruel pranks and tried to toughen his kids up. Cynthia played by Christopher’s level-headed, big-hearted girlfriend trying to build a normal life with him. In fact, Cynthia’s role on the sitcom was first series regular role after her Daytime Emmy run of Annie Dutton on Guiding Light which ran from 1994-1998.
STACY KEACH’S WIFE ON HIS PASSING
Keach’s wife, Malgosia shared the news of the actor’s death publicly in a statement with PEOPLE. Malgosia expressed, that Stacy had, āa long and difficult battle with a serious heart condition and heart failure.”
She added, “Stacy peacefully departed this world. He fought for so long, with extraordinary courage, determination and strength. He was a true warrior, facing his illness with the same remarkable spirit and resilience that defined his life.ā
MaÅgosia continued, āStacy was not only a legendary actor, admired and loved by audiences the world over, but also my beloved husband, my companion and the heart of our family. His passing leaves an immeasurable emptiness in our lives. But his extraordinary spirit, his unforgettable voice and the love he gave so generously will remain with us forever.ā
Now, let us know do you remember when Cynthia made her sitcom debut in Titus? Share your thoughts via the comment section on Cynthia’s many TV roles and the passing of Stacy Keach in the comment section. But first, check out the very first episode of Titus with Cynthia Watros below!
Beyond the Gates
āBeyond the Gatesā Emmy Winner Ambyr Michelle Wants to Compete on āDancing with the Starsā: āPick Meā (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.
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