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Y&R’s Eileen Davidson and Beth Maitland Honored with 40-Year Milestone Celebration (PHOTOS)
This week, The Young and the Restless celebrated the milestone of two of their all-time favorite performers; Daytime Emmy winners Eileen Davidson (Ashley) and Beth Maitland (Traci). The two actresses were honored for their 40th anniversary with the CBS daytime drama series.
Many of the cast, crew and creatives took a time out from production to pay tribute to their castmates and their contributions to the show, and their numerous dramatic and romantic storylines over the years.
Speaking at the event were Peter Bergman (Jack Abbott) the on-screen brothers to both actresses, Eric Braeden (Victor Newman) who had an on-screen romantic relationship with Ashley through the years, and Y&R’s executive producer, Tony Morina, among others.
Check out our photo gallery of some of the moments captured and share your congratulations to Eileen and Beth for a job well-don in the comment section below, and let us know your favorite Ashley or Traci moment over the years!
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Yes, this is a lovely and deserved tribute. But you know what would be even better? Having these two beloved, richly historical characters have a story that isn’t about Jack’s past or unwieldy love life. Or maybe more than one or two episodes per month! Here’s some ideas: ditch the pointless Diane story (is it just me or why the HELL didn’t Phyllis physically drag her out of the reception or at least find a security guard?!), run Ashland Locke out of town, and put Tessa and Mariah on the back burner. That wedding lasted longer than most marriages and got more buildup than Charles and Diana’s nuptials! Noah and Jack’s granddaughter are cute, unless Crystal becomes a problem. It was so nice seeing Kevin, Chloe, Esther, and Lauren recently…keep that going!
Soaphound,
Maybe we are just jaded after so many years, you think? I am already tired and disgusted with Diane and we still haven’t gotten to a face off with Nicki, which we know is coming. I really am not keen on seeing Phyllis and ole’ blue eyes getting it on nor was I seeing the endless wedding. Maybe they are planning something for Esther and that’s what all the reminiscing was with she and Chloe. Is Michael too friendly with Diane or working for Victor to get rid of her as he intends to do with Ashland. I see another whodunit in the near future. Maybe that will be interesting.
My problem, Violet, is that all these stories take too long to play out. Even the interesting ones, like J. T.’s “murder”, take months to unpack. Do most of us still have THAT much patience? When Diane crashed the reception, that was it for me. She’d just seen Kyle minutes before at the mansion…how much does she want? And yes, Jack and Kyle are going to be dimwits and take her side. And that bedroom scene with Jack & Phyllis made me physically ill. WAY TOO MUCH INFORMATION!
Soaphound
Everything you say is right. First of all, Iam still deciding if I like nuSummer. She’s not a wimp,that’s for sure. Can I just say Diane is just one big pain in the butt. Now she will be in cahoots with Ashland. Maybe Victor can get two birds with one stone, but nothing is that easy. As far as Phyllis and Jack, I knew it was coming so I F.F that scene, afraid it’d burn what little eyesight I have left, yuk!
Does anyone know what Doug Davidson did to get on the bad side of this show ? Curious as to why they quit using him altogether no celebration party ever for his tenure I guess once the Bella were completely out things changed just very weird!
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It seems most of the budget goes to Eric Braeden, MTS and Peter Bergman. Also looks like alot of cuts were made set wise and supporting character wise when brass lured back Michelle Stafford and Mishael Morgan. There’s literally 4 rotating sets at any given time.
The shows main actors command alot of budget $ and it seems Doug Davidson didn’t fit in equation.
I think the show would work more realistically if Eric, Melody and Peter went recurring like Tracey Bergman and Eileen Davidson. Less $ spent on the same tired stories with these specific three characters instead they can be supporting the stories not driving them. I d much rather that $ go to new sets, more visits by characters we miss like Paul, Nina, Christine etc. They can prop up fresher stories with newer younger characters. Like I’m sorry but I’m really not interested in Jack finding love at 70 sorry. It’s been 5 years of him moaning….. I’m not interested in Victor using his children against each other for the 20th time…etc..
The article points to vets Beth Maitland and Eileen Davidson who to me have always been near the heart of the show. I always viewed Traci as the one person in the Abbott family that most people liked….characters had problems with Jack and Ashley and Billy, but Traci reminds me more of Maureen Bauer from Guiding Light. People were drawn to her, could talk to her, confide in her…maybe with the exception of Lauren Fenmore in years gone by. Traci is the glue that holds the Genoa City together. She’s had her tragedies and heart aches, but everyone gets along with her. I always look forward to her on screen visits.
Eileen Davidson’s Ashley had much more story, more deeply involved with other characters in GC. She is still the beauty when she’s in town. She’s smart, gutsy and amazing! The Abbott family is still core to the show, and even though I would love to see both actresses on more, I’ll take what I can get.
Don’t know what happened to the Esther story a couple days ago but I love this actor she met online. Over the years he’s been on a few comedy shows I’ve watched, Friends, etc. His name is Sam McMurray and had a famous step-mother, actress Leslie Woods.
Did anyone else notice that the cupcakes they made feature a photo of Brenda Epperson as Ashley Abbott and not Eileen Davidson! How funny!
Days Of Our Lives
Serena Scott Thomas to Days of our Lives, But What Role Will She Play?
Look who’s coming to Salem next? In a tease on their official Instagram account, Days of our Lives has revealed that Serena Scott Thomas has been on set and will debut in an upcoming role, leaving many fans guessing just who might she play.
The English actress and documentary producer has previously starred in Diana, Her Story as Diane Prince of Wales, Dr. Molly Warmflash in the James Bond film The World Is Not Enough, and played the villainess ‘Watcher” in Buffy, the Vampire Slayer, and Bruce Willis’ wife in the film, Hostages among others.
Serena is the younger sister of Kristen Scott Thomas, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in The English Patient. Several DAYS fans are already weighing in that Serena will play Konstantine’s (John Kaeplos) wife.
Photo: DAYS IG
However, NannyKat 63 may have it all figured out the best, when she posted, that not only will “Serena play Kostantine’s wife,” but the character “had an affair with Victor Kiriakis and got pregnant.” Thus, making Xander (Paul Telfer) her son. She went on to theorize, “Perhaps, And John and Steve will find her in the nick of time… and she’ll enter in time to stop the wedding of Maggie to him. Xander will find out his true identity then. The baby was given to Victor’s brother to be raised in Scotland.”
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Sounds plausible to us! Another guess came from donnamoore_23 who said, “Ya’ll think he could be Bobberette ‘s mom or sister or .. SOMETHING to do with his story .. someone who can back up what trauma he went through to be so sick? 🤷🏼♀️ but I think y’all are right could be Katerina.”
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Two DAYS stars, Tamara Braun (Ava) and Linsey Godfrey (Sarah) also shared comments on Serena Scott Thomas’ upcoming appearance on DAYS. Godfrey simply said, “YES!!!! while Braun add her guess, expressing, “Ava’s mum. Oh wait, her mom was killed by her dad. Or was she? 🤔”
So, what do you think? What role will Serena Scott Thomas play on Days of our Lives? Share your theories in the comment section below.
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As The World Turns
Jon Lindstrom and Cady McClain Announce They Have Ended Their Marriage
After much speculation, General Hospital’s Jon Lindstrom (Kevin) and Cady McClain (ex-Jennifer, DAYS, ex-Rosanna, ATWT, ex-Dixie, AMC et al) have officially confirmed and announced they have gone their separate ways and have ended their marriage.
For months on social media, it was clear that the two were seemingly apart, not appearing pictured in any of each others posts.
Now, on a mutually shared Instagram post, Jon and Cady made an official statement on the status of their relationship, beginning with “Cady and Jon here. We are taking this opportunity to make a short statement about our relationship status. It may be obvious to some based on our posts that we’ve taken some time apart. After serious consideration we have decided that our goals have been taking us in different directions and to end our marriage.”
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As to the future, Jon and Cady explained, “We remain friends and wish each other every happiness. As people who work in the public eye, it can be difficult to have a private life. Regardless, we ask for your kind consideration in this matter.”
Jon and Cady met when they both appeared on As the World Turns, he as Craig Montgomery, and she as Rosanna Cabot. After four years together, the couple decided to get married in 2014.
Share your well-wishes for Jon and Cady’s separate futures as they ask for privacy on this matter in the months ahead via the comment section below.
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Y&R Stars Pay Tribute and Remember Marla Adams
The Young and the Restless is in mourning following the news of the passing of longtime star, Marla Adams (Dina Mergeron) who passed away at the age of 85. Adams died on Thursday April 25th in Los Angeles.
Since her passing, several tributes and heartfelt remembrances have been shared on social media. The official Y&R Instagram expressed. “On behalf of the entire company of The Young and the Restless, we send our deepest sympathies to Marla’s family after her passing. We’re so grateful and in awe of Marla’s incredible performance as Dina Mergeron as both Marla and Dina made an unforgettable mark on Y&R.”
Several of Marla’s former co-stars took to the IG post and more to share their remembrances. Adams took home a Daytime Emmy in 2021 for her performance in 2020, as Dina finally succumbs to Alzheimer’s disease in several memorable scenes.
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Here’s what some of Marla’s co-stars expressed:
Eileen Davidson (Ashley): “Marla will be missed. What a great honor to work with her in the storyline where Dina had Alzheimer’s. Love you Marla ❤️❤️❤️❤️”
Melissa Ordway (Abby): “Marla will be greatly missed”
Beth Maitland (Traci): “The earth stopped turning for a moment when my Marla passed to eternity. Rest now, my Muti and soar with the angels.”
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Greg Rikaart (Kevin) :“Marla was just the loveliest. Rest well. ❤️”
Bryton James (Devon): “Marla will be missed and loved forever 🧡 My deepest condolences to the family”
Jason Thompson (Billy): “❤️ Marla Adams”
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Michael Damian (Danny): May god be with you aways Marla! 🙏❤️
Lauralee Bell (Christine): “So sorry to hear. Marla was such a bright light and so talented! My condolences to her family.”
Kate Linder: (Esther shared on X): My heart and love go out to the friends and family of #MarlaAdams. It has been an honor to have known and worked with her for many years! She will be sorely missed.”
Michael Fairman TV will update this post as more tributes are posted.
What do you think about the sentiments shared by Marla Adams’ co-stars as they mourn the loss of, for some, their TV mom? Let us know in the comment section below.
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