The Young and the Restless has been heavily pushing the upcoming nuptials of Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) to Sally Spectra (Courtney Hope), who is also pregnant with his child. The wedding will be the event that helps kick-off season 54 of the top-rated soap opera in the month of October.

With many naysayers and potential interlopers that could destroy their big day, Daytime Emmy winner, Jason Thompson spoke to TV Guide Magazine (in their latest issue) about what fans can expect as the two prepare to say their “I do’s.”

Thompson explained, “There are definitely twists and turns, no question. Things happen that change the trajectory of the story. The ripple effects are quite large – things that we could play for the next 10, 20 years, frankly.”

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JUST BECAUSE YOU TIE THE KNOT THE DRAMA DON’T STOP

However, that doesn’t mean that Y&R fans should think if the duo exchanges wedding vows, that they will be drama free as some soap opera couples have been in the past. Thompson confirms that will not be the case with Billy and Sally.

“They’ve got a newborn very, very quickly after saying ‘I do,’ so there’s no time to be boring. And there’s something pretty serious that goes down with Jill (Billy’s mother), and it throws everything into the blender in that moment,” reveals Thompson.

As previously reported, Thursday October 8 marks the beginning of the 54th season for The Young and the Restless, with newly implanted head writers, Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor’s material to begin to air on November 11.

Stay tuned for more official airdates for the wedding of Billy Abbott and Sally Spectra later this week.

So, what events do you think could transpire surrounding the wedding that could effect Y&R history for the next several decades as implied by Jason Thompson? Are you looking forward to seeing Billy and Sally’s big day? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

Canadian soap opera fans, this October looks to be bringing you classic American television show favorites via Netflix. The streamer has reportedly licensed a large slate of iconic favorites including Days of our Lives and The Young and the Restless.

Beginning the week of October 26 via Netflix Canada (hopefully, soon in other regions too), the streamer will post previously aired catalogue episodes of both iconic series. No word yet from where they may be starting from, although many of the other series in the retro line-up are from the 80s and 90s.

Meanwhile, all-new episodes of Days of our Lives and The Young and the Restless will continue to be available and shown via Corus Entertainment Canada.

This week also marks the beginning of Y&R’s season 54 which officially begins on Thursday, October 8! And come November 11, new material from the head writing team of Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor make their debut. The series debuted on March 26, 1973.

Peacock’s Days of our Lives is entering into their 62 season. The soap was officially renewed back in July of 2025 through its sixty-third season, which runs during the 2027–2028 television and streaming season. DAYS tapes ten months in advance of dropping new daily episodes of the drama in Salem. The series debuted back on November 8, 1965,

Before DAYS and Y&R drop on Netflix Canada, none other than ABC’s Dynasty comes your way with all nine seasons beginning on October 12 along with full seasons of Bewitched, Charlie’s Angels, The Facts of Life, The Love Boat, and The Twilight Zone.

Previously, Netflix Canada added Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman featuring One Life to Live favorite, Joe Lando (ex-Jake Harrison) and Diagnosis Murder, which featured Victoria Rowell (ex-Drucilla, The Young and the Restless).

So, looking forward to finding out what years Canadian fans will get of Days of our Lives and The Young and the Restless when its served up later this month on Netflix Canada? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

It’s been a rough week for Another World fans with the news of both the passings of Mark Mortimer (ex-Nick Hudson) and as previously reported Robert Kelker-Kelly, (ex-Sam, Bobby Reno/Dr. Shane Roberts). Sadly, Mortimer died following a courageous fight with cancer. Mark was just 59-years-old.

Mortimer died back on September 23 in the greater Chicago area and was laid to rest in St. Charles, Illinois. He made his television debut on Another World in 1996, becoming the third actor to take on the role of Nick Hudson following Justin Chambers and Kevin McClatchy. In story, Nick was introduced as the son of Michael Hudson (Kale Browne) and the half-brother of twins Vicky and Marley (Jensen Buchanan). Mortimer remained with the soap until it came to its heartbreaking end in 1999 after 35 years on NBC.

Mark credited his AW costars with helping him develop as an actor. Speaking with Soap Opera Weekly in 1999, he shared, “My fondest memory of being on the show was getting an opportunity to work with fine actors like Jensen Buchanan, Eric Morgan Stuart (ex-Chris Madison) Anna Stuart (ex-Donna Love) Tom Eplin (ex-Jake McKinnon) and Timothy Gibbs (ex-Gary Sinclair). They’ve really been great. When I came on the show, I didn’t know much about acting, but they’ve been very helpful to me. It’s been like one big class for me, which has been really rewarding.”

MARK MORTIMER CHOSE TO HELP OTHERS AS HE FOUGHT CANCER

According to his obituary, “Cancer became part of Mark’s story in 2024, but it never became the definition of it.  Instead, Mark chose to use what he was experiencing to help others. Together, Mark and (his wife) Christie founded the Integrative Access Foundation, created to give people facing cancer access to integrative therapies that might otherwise be financially out of reach. What began in the middle of their own difficult journey became a mission of hope for other families.”

Mark leaves behind his wife Christie; daughter, Hunter; Mom, Sharlene Pearson; Father Emil (Belinda) Mortimer; Siblings: Micheal Mortimer, Michele (Bill) Doyle, Martin (Shannon) Mortimer, Melissa (Bob) Gassmann, David Mortimer, Tyler Mortimer; In-law’s John & Barbara Allen, Chad (Jeanne) Allen and Beth Allen. Many Nieces and nephews, his IOC Construction family; and countless friends who touched his life immeasurably.

In lieu of flowers, Mark’s family asked for memorial donations to be made to the Integrative Access Foundation to continue Mortimer’s mission of helping others facing cancer.

You can check out this segment below from Monday night’s Entertainment Tonight on Mark’s passing.

Now, share your condolences and remembrances for Another World’s Mark Mortimer in the comment section.