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Y&R's Justin Hartley and Eric Braeden Named Power Performances Of The Week!
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We have already extolled upon The Young and the Restless how riveting the Adam reveal and fallout was during this past week of episodes. Everyone in the cast stepped up to the plate, hit home runs, and brought their A-game. But when we broke it down, it was the work of two men, who each delivered in pivotal moments in the story that were so highly-anticipated that anyhing less then spot-on performances could have been a let down to the audience.
First, major kudos goes to Justin Hartley (Adam) who carried the week as the epicenter of this firestorm. As Adam dodged and faced-off with his foes, families, and the love of his life, Chelsea (Melissa Claire Egan), after he has been outed for runnnig around Genoa City as Gabriel Bingham for a year, Hartley played every beat in every scene just right. The actor showed the complexities of the black sheep of the Newman clan through Adam’s inner turmoil, hurt, anger, guilt, revenge, and even love. And, in the middle of the entire town coming down upon him for his heinous deception, and attempt to destroy his father’s business empire, still Adam did one right thing … delivered Sage’s (Kelly Sullivan) baby! Hartley’s performances are made so real, that in even in the most unrealistic of circumstances, you can simply just watch what is going on in his eyes, and believe it all. Adam was confronted by so many people: an irate Billy (Burgess Jenkins), Victor (Eric Braedem), Nick (Joshua Morrow), Sage, Chelsea, and the list goes on. In every turn and confrontation, Hartley did not disappoint.
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Next, we come to the titan of Y&R, Eric Braeden. If there was any week to check out what Victor Newman is up to these days it was during the Adam reveal. This powerful man learns that his son, Adam is alive and has been parading around town with a new face for a year! Victor also learns Adam was behind the Paragon Project to take him down along Ian Ward (Ray Wise). He also learns Jack (Peter Bergman) knew about Adam being alive all along. Braeden’s delivery in all of the scenes was masterful: when he we sees Adam for the first time while Billy is beating him up, or confronting him at the GCAC bar, or going to the Underground in despair and meeting up with Nick, or going toe-to-toe with Adam after he is arrested. These scenes were Braeden at his best.
However, nothing topped the scene on Friday’s episode where Victor meets his new little grandson, “Christian”, who was born premature and is struggling for his life in the NICU. Alone, Victor goes to visit the littlest Newman and implores him to fight. With tears welling up in his eyes, viewers see the caring and gentle side of Victor Newman – the man who loves his family and its legacy. And of course, how apropos to name Victor’s grandson “Christian”. After all, it was Victor’s real first name! Can you imagine what will happen down the line if it’s revealed that Christian’s father is really Adam, not Nick?
So with all that said, On-Air On-Soaps names this week’s Power Performances of the Week to Y&R’s Justin Hartley and Eric Braeden. Watch Hartley and Braeden in two clips from the week below. Then let us know, what did you think of Justin and Eric’s work? Do you agree with our picks? Let us know in the comment section below.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination, ‘It Was to Honor Leslie Charleson’
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award nominations kicked-off on Monday with the announcements of four major categories including, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series — Actor, and among the nominees is General Hospital’s Steve Burton (Jason Morgan).
Burton is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner in the Supporting Actor category for his roles as GH’s Jason and his turn as Dylan McAvoy on Y&R. However, Steve is yet to win in the Lead Actor category and he has received 11 nominations along the way in his daytime career.
Following the reveal that he is a 2026 Daytime Emmy nominee, he and his GH co-star, podcast co-host and comedy show partner, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli) taped a special edition of their That’s Awesome podcast just featuring Burton’s reaction to the news.
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FOR LESLIE CHARLESON
Steve expressed, “I know it’s such a cliche to say, ‘I’m just so honored to be nominated.’ But truly, I’m so grateful to be nominated, so grateful to just be on the show off and on for 30 plus years and to be nominated with the guys in my category. Just to get the opportunity. Frank (Valentini, executive producer, GH) texted me right away. I was just like, ‘Thank you for the opportunity to get to do what I do.'”
Taking in the moment, Burton thanked those who helped him select the material for his nominated reel. “Unless you win, you don’t get to say things. So. I’m going just say a few things: Elizabeth Korte (co-head writer, GH) helped me a lot with the material, (as did) Michelle Henry, who’s a producer on the show, Laura Wright (Carly, GH), and then my wife Michelle (Lundstrom). I believe it was Jill Phelps who told me that when A Martinez felt like he had a great show or great scenes, he would mark it down. So, when Emmy time comes, you have all the show numbers written down, and you don’t have to think about it, because that’s half the battle (finding the material).
Burton explained how meaningful this nomination is for him, because of playing the scenes of Jason losing Monica, and his closeness with the late, great Leslie Charleson.
“The nomination’s an amazing thing, and it’s beautiful, but really it’s to honor Leslie Charleson. A lot of my material was because of her, and how I started on the show as a Quartermaine, it just means a ton,” shared Burton. “Maurice Benard (Sonny, GH) has obviously has been instrumental, and I’ve said it from day one and I’ll shout it from the rooftops. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here, and to be working with the people that we work with is incredible.”
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SHOULD JOHN OLIVER BE NAMED HOST OF THE DAYTIME EMMYS?
During the end of his conversation with Anderson, Steve suggested that the host of the Daytime Emmy should be Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver, who recently guest starred as the head of the WSB named Z on General Hospital, and is soon to show up on Days of Our Lives in a mystery role in August.
Thus far, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has not revealed their host for the upcoming ceremony to be held on October 30 in a venue to be named in Hollywood, California.
You can watch Steve sharing his reaction to receiving his 2026 Lead Actor Daytime Emmy nomination below on a special segment on the That’s Awesome podcast.
Now let us know, are you glad that Steve chose scenes surrounding Jason mourning the loss of the woman that raised him, Monica Quartermaine for his Emmy reel? What do you think of John Oliver as a suggestion to host the Daytime Emmys? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
Monday on Entertainment Tonight, the second set of nominations for the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards were announced which included the highly-coveted Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series – Actress and Outstanding Daytime Talk Series.
ET followed suit after Extra announced the nominees, as previously reported, in the Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series – Actor and Outstanding Daytime Talk Host.
Now, five leading ladies of the soaps are vying for the gold for Lead Actress and the category marked the first-ever nominations for CBS daytime’s Beyond the Gates when two actresses made the final cut. Only General Hospital is not represented among the actresses this year after Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis) took home the trophy last year.
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THE FIVE LEADING LADIES OF THE SOAPS ARE …
The 2026 Lead Actress nominees are: Stacy Haiduk (Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives, Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless, Heather Tom (Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful, and Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree), Beyond the Gates.
This marks the first Daytime Emmy nominations for Karla Mosley and Tamara Tunie. In addition, this marks the first-time in her career that Stacy Haiduk had received a Lead Actress nod after two Supporting Actress nominations.
Meanwhile, Michelle Stafford had previously won 3 Emmys – 2 for Lead Actress and 1 for Supporting, but this recognition makes it her 11th overall nomination.
Heather Tom currently is tied for the most all-time Daytime Emmy wins with One Life to Live alum and General Hospital guest star, Erika Slezak. The B&B star has 19 nominations throughout her career.
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DAYTIME TALK SERIES
In the Outstanding Daytime Talk Series category, the nominees are: 3rd Hour of Today, The Drew Barrymore Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, Live with Kelly and Mark, Today with Jenna and Friends and The View.
“We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television,” NATAS president and CEO Adam Sharp said in a statement on the nominations. “As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
The rest of the nominations will be revealed tomorrow on Tuesday July 14 starting on The View and then the full list of nominees in both the main and creative arts will be released by NATAS. The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards are slated for October 30th in Hollywood, California.
So, what do you think about the women who are vying for the Lead Actress Daytime Emmy? Happy with who got in? Who do you feel got snubbed? What do you think of the nominees for Daytime Talk Series? Weigh-in via the comment section.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’ Marks Unprecedented 16,000th Episode Milestone with New Cast Photo
Today’s Monday, July 13 episode of General Hospital marks it 16,000 episode to air on the ABC television network. It is a remarkable milestone. The previous television record was held by Guiding Light which clocked in at 15,762 episodes before it went off the air on CBS in 2009.
To mark the occasion, the cast, crew and creative team of General Hospital celebrated with a cake-cutting ceremony on the Prospect Studios lot in Los Angeles back on Monday, June 1, 2026.
In addition, GH has released a new cast photo taken the day of the on set celebration. Pictured in the photo are front row: Rory Gibson, Finn Carr, Kayden Brenna Tokarski, Asher Antonyzyn, Giovanni Mazza, Braedyn Bruner, Dean Geyer and Nathan Dean.
Featured in the back row are: Tabyana Ali, Eden McCoy, Josh Swickard, Kristen Vaganos, Rebecca Herbst, Dominic Zamprogna, Alexa Havins, Cameron Mathison, Brooke Kerr, Cynthia Watros, Steve Burton, Finola Hughes, Jane Elliot, Maurice Benard, Laura Wright, Maura West, Donnell Turner, Nancy Lee Grahn, Tanisha Harper, Kelly Thiebaud, Kristina Wagner, Lynn Herring, Chris McKenna, Katelyn MacMullen and Sawandi Wilson.
In addition, the official GH social media handles shared these sentiments along with some other photos from the cake cutting: “Today’s episode of General Hospital is the 16,000th produced since the show’s inception in 1963. It’s a milestone we couldn’t let pass by without taking some time to celebrate as a family (and, of course… eating some cake). 🍰 We hope you enjoy watching it as much as we did making it.”
WHAT WILL HAPPEN ON THE 16,000th Episode?
The 16,000th episode will feature Jason Morgan returning to the town of Port Charles, Anna and Valentin (James Patrick Stewart) reuniting, and a new surgeon, Dr. Tristan Roberts (Dean Geyer) joining the staff of ‘General Hospital.’
GENERAL HOSPITAL HOLDS SEVERAL RECORDS
Now in its 64th year, Emmy Award-winning daytime drama General Hospital is currently both the longest-running scripted American drama and the longest-running American soap opera currently in production.
General Hospital holds the record for the most Outstanding Daytime Drama award wins, taking home the prestigious Daytime Emmy Award a record 18 times. Will they do it again and make it 19 in 2026? Stay tuned for the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations tomorrow on Tuesday, July 14 to find out if GH will be going for gold in the category, once again.
The ABC daytime drama series was created by Frank and Doris Hursley and premiered back on April 1, 1963. Frank Valentini is the current executive producer with Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten are the show’s co-head writers.
General Hospital airs weekdays on ABC and streams on Hulu.
What do you think of the new cast photo marking General Hospital’s 16000th episode? What do you think of the accomplishment to have that many episodes of a television show and its still thriving and kicking? Share your thoughts and congrats for everyone in front of the camera and behind the scenes on this milestone airing.
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Watching Justin go through every emotion possible was mesmerizing. I know we have had some terrific actors over the years but he stands in front of them all imo. You mentioned his eyes Michael and those are what I was drawn to. I could not take my eyes off him. It was a week of Emmy performances for him. He has become THE Adam Newman in my books.
what a terrific testament to Justin Hartley… and … YES… without doubt… the actor.. who is frontburner for a reason….
he is the quintissential… NEWMAN
the only Newman… with fire… with blood flow… pulsating… power… intrigue… and an energy unlike all the rest of the characters who portray Newman…. (OK… I love Amelia Heinle… and she’s relegated to just that… the daughter)… I’ve always said… show a bond with these two ACTORS…. as brother and sister…. and power these two… POWER, THIS FAMILIAL two some.. and takeover !
backburner Victor, Nikki, and Nick… dullard
i’d cheer this brother and sister team onward and upwards
seriously? Y&R has to feature Newman…. with whats left of the Abbott… and.. whats left of Chancellor
capitalize on Justin Hartly and Amelia Heinle
Cheers to Adam !
soapbox… both actors…. Michael Muhney – AND – Justin Hartley
command performance(s)
I couldn’t agree with you more. Justin Hartley is just amazing to watch. When he is on screen you can hardly take your eyes off him.
I am mesmerized by Justin Hartley. I never know what Adam is going to do next. Great performance last week. Victor and yo had m believing you were father/son!!!
My gosh Shelia I agree with you. I was glued to the T.V. set. Justin wears his emotions in his eyes while acting. Each week with him I feel like it was better than last week. My gosh he can’t be any better than perfect and that’s what he is.I liked Victor’s acting when he met his grandson but I wish he would soften-up a bit with Adam as well as Jack. This tough exterior to say is because he grew up in an orphanage is sheer nonsense. A lot of kids grow up worse than that and are kinder than him. He actually only stayed their awhile when he ran away so that said Victor lighten up.
I agree from here to forever. Eric and Justin outdid themselves; that has already been said. I make one BIG adjustment; that is, Justin left Eric in the dust, in my opinion. Perhaps, it’s because Victor performed as expected….been there done that. But, Adam? WOW!!!! His emotionless face alone needed not express one word. His fixed stare was enough to decimate every other character’s execution. His stony countenance is just a hint of what truly inhabits within Victor Newman II…..Victor I, reincarnate.
Well, Eric has been there and done that for years BUT my Cee squared, you have to tip your hat to “The Mustache” for drawling a tear as he encouraged Christian Andrew to fight like a Newman, while fighting for his life in Neonatal.
Oh, Timmm. Indubitably. I was restricting my comment to the Victor-Adam face-off, when Victor paid his son a visit at the GCPD.
NICU visits, in general, are very disturbing to me. For an entire year, it seemed that my husband and I “lived” in NICU (among many other members of our family). But, yes. Eric’s performance was stellar. Very credible…kudos.
BOTH WERE GREAT, VICTOR WAS AT HIS BEST IN SCENE WITH BABY. LOVE THIS SHOW.
Speaking of neonates, Timmm. It seems that Chloe has had a child. We just found out from Billy ( speaking to Victoria) that Chloe had propositioned her. Did he sleep with her to to give her another baby? Interesting. Did she also come back for more?
“… Adam? WOW!!!! His emotionless face alone needed not express one word. His fixed stare was enough to decimate every other character’s execution ”
WOW
LOL
just WOW….
YES! YES! YES!
well said… and “yes”… this is coming from so much want for a character to elevate from the lowly deliverance and staid writing/acting of the grandstanding forever and a day… Newman (s) Victor, Nikki, Nick… and with a lesser degree… my beloved Victoria
“Adam” carries… for a reason (s)
the best acting happening , now… in Genoa City
Thank you, Patrick. Coming from you, means a lot.
I don’t know who it was… a post-er; stated
that Adam is truly the Victor incarnate… hence all the love/hate animosity and … will ultimately… one fine day… be revealed.. that Victor’ true love child…
is Adam
That would be I, also, Patrick. I believe that. But, is Adam Victor’s love child? I thought Victor and Hope were married? I must not remember it. I guess I was too young at that time.
But, yes. Adam will carry on and be the IT guy once Victor is gone. If the soap lasts, that is.
Hi Ceec’
yeah, I know… that Hope and Victor were married
I loved your post… that Hope’ blindness.. was not lessening her … geez! power as a woman…. and love for her child
when stuff finally surfaces… on our love for this genre
and emoting over ALL the REEL is excitable
I tear up
She stole Billy’s sperm from the sperm bank when she was leaving GC! BUT, and you know this is soap opera 101, she also slept with Kevin! Whose the daddy?
Sounds to be getting pretty delicious, Timmm. I hope there is a devious and compelling storyline to be had with this one. Just have the baby be healthy and born in due time. I don’t mind the “Who’s the Daddy” so much, as long as there is no stolen baby, no sick baby, no dead baby, and no miscarriage.
Delicious indeed! Chloe is a welcomed back character! She can stir up trouble with Billy, Victoria, Kevin and Mariah. I wish the actress would have been a Robin recast over at GH but thats for another conversation!
What you said, Timmm….to the letter.
Months ago, mentioned on Twitter to Justin how he is so clever and adept at subtle facial changes, even small twitches of his eyes and mouth. to create these deep emotions which surface not in words or body posture but in just the ‘look’ of the character he has so cleverly developed these months. This past week, with even tearful glances of not only dislike, anger for his dad, but hidden deep down a sad lost love emotion too, so very clever and multi-layered approach to dramatic verbal exchanges.
Do think he may well win the Daytime Emmy this next year for either Lead or Supporting Actor.
He should be very delighted as the character grows and grows with his skillful interpretations.
Eric Braeden as always was his truly brilliant characterization of Victor who has depths of both hostility, misplaced as it may seem, but also genuine love for his family, even though his actions are so often questionable.
One of the best weeks of YR in years due to the teamwork of all the cast and not forgetting the crew too.
Perfect descriptive synopsis of Justin’s acting, seemingly effortless, but verbalizing so much. My hats off to you, Wendy, for writing such a fitting approbation, singing Justin’s praises.
I agree, Justin does deserve the Emmy ….his counterpart? Kassie D.
The mystery woman in the platinum-blond wig must be Chloe? Right?
OK… you just made me tear up; on your first paragraph alone
“…He should be very delighted as the character grows and grows with his skillful interpretations ”
yeah, tearful journey ahead
for both this manchild… this exiled Newman… someone’s son… his walk … and path
Justin Hartly is firing
Did you actually finish your last sentence? Seems there may have been more to the thought? Just wondering.
Justin Hartly is slaying me… with his sex appeal
imagine if: Billy Miller was given that opportunity…
firing on all cylinder
This is why sometimes there is a tie when handing out Emmy’s. Eric and Justin knocked it out of the park! I loved Michael Muhney and always saw him as the future Victor of the show and still do BUT Justin walked in to a firestorm taking on this role and has done magnificent! Unfortunately for Y&R viewers, Justin’s talents will take him away from daytime and into primetime soon. Thats good for him because he is so talented. Eric is Eric, a legend. He still has it when he wants it! He came to life this past week and I bet he enjoyed every bit of the challenge of acting and reacting to his son being alive and his grandson fighting to stay alive. Cannot wait for whats next!
Wasn’t he in Primetime, already? I think you are right, Timmm. His acting is just too delicious, too valuable for Daytime. Someone will come along and swoop him up once more.
Cee Cee…liked Justin okay in Revenge, but if you will forgive me as a more well travelled girl, I really, really liked him as Oliver Queen, Green Arrow in Smallville.
Yes CeeCee, he has primetime experience and it is rumored that he is in the running to play the lead in CBS’s reboot of the 80’s hit “MacGyver.” He would be great in it!
@Rose.
Hi, Rose.
I loved him in SMALLVILLE, as well. Other than PASSIONS, I only know him from SMALLVILLE; but, that was enough for me to fall for him.
“Dont bring me Down” is my second favorite from ELO! Okay, you know I like you a lot so I hope I get this right. If Victor and Sonny were trick or treating at my house I would put a bottle of scotch in Victor’s bag and a rat in Sonny’s! Hows that? No, I think Eric will die on the set of Y&R. He is very happy there, runs the place and he is one of these people who just doesnt have many hobbies so I think working keeps him sharp AND fulfilled. Whenever he is carted away, I always thought Michael Muhney had the “Victor” effect on the towns people. I dont know if Justin is cruel enough! Could they recast Victor if he died? I would say yes! It would be next to impossible but look at the hole Jeanne Cooper’s death left on the show. TCB CeeCee!
@Timmm.
Hey, Timmm. I would think a good actor could assume any role…..cruel or otherwise. Eric can assume any facade….the cruelest of the cruel. But, from what I understand, in real life, he’s a teddy bear, especially with his grand children.
Justin, I feel, has the same talent, only a little more raw. His acting skills are untouchable….so lofty. He can portray anyone or anything to which he sets his mind.
I do agree with you, though. Eric will never leave. He is a healthy, energetic guy and as you so well describe his personality…….Y&R is his life ( outside of family) he probably would die if he ever stopped being a part of it.
You are so right tim3m see what I did there based on your above response. .JH is already a part of the prime time landscape and will get that call. .let’s just hope Y&R and JH are prepared to SHARE the wealth and not abandon this character once again
Heck they let KOOKOO ROO do Diagnosis Murder. .lol
Love the tim3! I thought it was impossible to replace Michael Muhney. They did it! To do it again would be really tough and its asking a lot from the fans to accept yet ANOTHER recast! However, since it is a CBS show, maybe Justin could do both? [MacGyver and Y&R]
And, she was great in DIAGNOSIS MURDER……watched every episode.
Eric and Justin deserve an award. They were so good this week. I actually felt some compassion for Adam. Victor and the scene with the new grandchild tugged at my heartstrings. It was moving. I wish the writers would soften up the Adam and Victor characters for a little while. Let love back in YR. I really miss it.
Eric Braeden completely knocked it out of the park with his scene talking to new grandson, Christian. His face looked so realistically pained and when his tears dropped, my heart stopped and my own tears flowed. Had to remind myself, “it’s only a soap, it’s only a soap”! Eric Braeden stands head and shoulders over Justin Hartleys recent performances. Justin was great, but, EB is the superior master of the art of acting. I may be a little biased because I love Michael Mulhey as Adam and want to see his return to Y&R.
“great” post… now… I simply have to watch this on youtube…
this is just another example of great writing… and a burgeoning craft of writing to showcase this estranged father/son… with grandchild
tears… why do they not capitalize on this… because it’s hook line and fraught with all the elements … essential
draw this out!
it was all their with Michael Muhney… and Now… my hats off to Justin Hartley!
anyway… back to…. ( this is just another example) ie: Sonny… on GH with Avery
stunning to watch the chemistry and bonding happening… LOL…. the one let I give the character of Sonny…. he’s magical with Avery…
and now… I’m certain Victor is; with his “Nufound grandson”
multi-layering and molding this estranged father/son… plus … carrying on the NEWMAN… will he or won’t he accept his grandson
BIG stuff
argh! writers ! give me Justin and Amelia “together”
and familial together… and let the end justify the means
Adam ! cajones! there is so much more going on than waiting for the love and acceptance of your sons’ mother… Chelsea
Justin did a brilliant job this week, he hit the nail on the head with his acting skills especially with his eyes, I just love every thing he does and what he propels to do in the future.
All this praise heaped on both JH and EB by Mr. Fairman and the commenters here is so very well deserved. Bravo to both actors and to JFP, Chuck Pratt, and his writing crew for giving us a fantastic payoff to a long story with episodes of fallout to come.
I agree with all the above comments about the superb acting this past week by Eric Braeden and Justin Hartley. However I feel that, while Justin’s acting was excellent and demonstrated a lot of emotion it was STILL Eric that gave the best Emmy-worthy performance. I hope he stays as Victor Newman forever!
Michael Muhney is still #1 and the true Adam..
and- once again there are rumors of Michael Muhney coming to GH..
I really hope it is not a rumor!!
I respectfully disagree. Considering the fact that Eric has been doing this for decades; posturing comes much easier for him. He is well versed with the Y&R stage and its cast. Justin, on the other hand, is earning every applause directed his way from an absolute innate talent. If he is able to act so flawlessly when his characterization of Adam is still in its infancy….imagine what he will do in just a couple of years.
I do not see Justin being with Y&R for years..
He will get a great primetime offer and then bye bye ..
@su.
Lol, susu….maybe, maybe not. I hope Justin stays…but you are probably right. The good ones always leave.
I agree with much of what has been said about Adam And Victor.Now….. let’s stop hating Adam for everything that goes wrong in town, like Delia’s death. What about Billy’s part? He is just as guilty as Adam. None of this would have happened if Billy did not leave a child alone in a car with a dog. Come on writers put the blame were it belong. On Billy!!! Sure Adam should have come forward when realized he hit the child, but enough is enough. Let Adam and Chelsea have some happiness., and please whatever you do don’t let Sage’s baby be Adams
There have been many comments about Adam not falling too far from the Victor tree. I am a relative newbi to Y&R ever since ABC handed me over to them and their ratings after they ended OLTL and AMC. But what has really touched me is that throughout all Justin/Adam’s acting out, and maybe sub-consciously trying to emulate Victor in the only way he has seen growing up, is that you see his little boy eyes wanting love, acceptance and approval from his dad. Justin has done a great job.
Rose, I am in the same boat as you. I started watching Y&R the Monday after One Life to Live’s finally TV broadcast. Justin Hartley is doing an amazing job. His scenes with Chelsea and Victor were heartbreaking.
I also really enjoyed the very powerful confrontation between Jack, Phyllis and Chelsea when they were alone in Victor’s office after Adam’s identity was revealed. Peter Bergman and Melissa Claire Egan (AMC alumni) did great work with Gina Tognoni (OLTL alumna).
Justin Hartley has done a superb job on the Y&R. This week he has shown so much emotion in his character and he had so much emotion in his eyes and face. When i was watching him this week i really felt the sorrow he had for all the lies he had told. (especially to Chelsea and knowing he may lose his son Conner) Justin is an amazing and talanted actor. Justin Hartley deserves an award for his Brilliant acting on the Y&R. Adam and Chelsea are my favorites.
I TOTALY AGREE WITH YOU , JUSTIN HARTLY IS AMAZING. I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED HIM, GREAT ACTOR SO REAL ,HIS EYES CAN BREAK YOUR HEART, WHEN HE’S HURTING. I HOPE THEY HAVE SOMEONE ELSE BE FOUND AS THE ONE THAT RAN DELIA DOWN, WE ALL KNOW ADAM DID NOT DO IT ANYWAY.VICTOR WAS GOOD LAST WEEK ALSO, BUT I LOVE ADAM, I WANTED HIM AND CHELSIE TO BE HAPPY. I HOPE JUSTIN WINS AN AWARD, HE SO DESERVES IT.
I agree with you everything you said .Justin is hot and a wonderful actor and I bet he is a great dad too,he arrived and please excuse my pun Just in time,
Who plays a better Adam?
Michael Muhney or Justin Hartley
hi Chadam..
answer; Michael Muhney
There is only one Adam Newman and that is Justin Hartley so lets let M.M. rest in peace. He’s gone for good and we need to get on with it.
Each actor brings his own style. It is very hard to choose. Both are believable; both bring it home; both connect with the audience. Apples and oranges. I like both. LOL.
“both”
this is top of the line
big wig
heirachery bubbly
two of the finest at their crafting
mindset no holds barred
yeah, it took this long… to release JH… and it’s all right
just like MM… it was a matter of time… and … as an audience member… you forget all that was and savor clamor and be, in the audience
feast time
@ lovely prose, Patrick….true, that. Justin has arrived, you are so right. The audience does appreciate what it behold in this fine actor.
Why can’ they have babies without problems?
Nick’s kids were always Preemies, then Connor had blind ness. It’s getting old!
I think Justin is the best not only is he a great actor he is hot. The look on his face ,eyes this past week I sat here and cried for him.I always loved Justin even when he was on Passions,I hope he sticks around for a long time,Great job Justin I will be watching you for a long time.You certainly deserve some kind of award.You are the best..
Hi, Carol.
I do like them both, but I have a weakness for Justin. The main difference between the two, I think, is subtle, yet not so subtle. I am at a loss for words…..to me, Justin’s/Adam’s face is an open book. I can read it, albeit he does hide his feelings well from those who are not attuned to his facial expressions. And, his EYES. Oh, man, his eyes tell the story. They are seductive; reeling in and captivating the audience. I was just blown away when he and Victor had their not-so-little ‘chat’. Adam’s stony countenance, yet, so expressive (in which I failed to see in Muhney), was incredibly and authentically Victor’s. I could almost touch the intangible…..so much emotion crossing that chiseled face.
And, of course, he is hot. Yes, there are much better looking men, such as Joshua and Scott, but Justin is simply sexy. He exudes that manliness which eludes even Adonis-like men…….oh, those biceps!!!!!!…..that back with the tight-fitting top!!!!! Swoon!!!!
However, although good looks may help propel an actor’s career in the right direction, his acting must supersede his looks. Well, Justin is doing just that. His skill knocks me over with a feather. He’s young, but if he stays with the Y&R cast, Victor may have just met his match. Ay Caramba!!
All I have to say is Justin is yummy lol,no it is so true,but him being a great actor also helps,I didn’t start watching the Young and the Restless until I saw him on it so I dont know much about the old Adam or who that woman was he was suppose to have killed, However one look at him and i just melt. I maybe old but I love what i see..
@carol.
We are never too old to appreciate beauty. I liken it to admiring a work of art. …..Michelangelo’s David? LOL
The person he supposedly ran over, was Billy’s and Chloe’s little six-year old daughter. But, the crux of the matter is, carol….none of us believes he did it; that someone else was on the scene. I think all this will come out during the trial…..can’t wait.
Keep watching, ….you won’t regret it…lol…later.
Oh, Carol. By the way….I just had a feeling since yesterday that the mystery woman was Chloe, and that she was going to pull a gun on Adam. It’s okay, no need to applaud. Kidding. But, Carol, I can’t be the only one who thought the same thing. Later.
Okay thanks,I am glad she was stopped from shooting Adam, if I do miss any of it I can always watch it here at 7 on pop.I cannot stand Billy he makes me want to barf lol Have a good night,
@carol.
Hi, carol.
I know what you mean about Burgess/Billy. And, it isn’t because of Billy Miller, as some fans seem to think. I don’t have a problem with recasts. I get used to him/her after a while. Gina is not Michelle, but I have accepted her, I have accepted NuAdam. I was even happy when David Tom came back as the original Billy. But I just cannot get used to Burgess. There is something very detached about him….he just does not touch me, stir me, moves me. He is not convincing either as an Abbot or as Delia!’s Daddy. ‘Nite., my friend.
I was like everyone else couldn’t imagine another adam..definately justin surpasses the roll…victor…alwas loved him…both gave a stellar performance this week and always
Power performance?? Seriously? Braeden can barely remember his lines and mumbles them no matter the scene. Not only can he do this in his sleep, he apparently does.
And the other guy, the one playing Adam, repeats every line twice as if he’s possessed by the bad talent of La Stafford.
Power performance? Oh please.
Lol, boes. You’re such a party pooper. Seriously
Sorry…hit submit accidentally…well, the baby did.
As I was saying…seriously speaking, I agree about victor’s mumbling. But, it is that frigid look of his which can freeze the Atlantic, that gets me each time. I don’t even pay attention to much of what he says. I do not like Victor….but, his presence is impressive especially when he looks down on people as he would a bug just before stomping on it.
I do appreciate the fact that Victor is showing just a hint of tenderness toward Adam….long time coming.
However, I disagree about Adam. In my opinion, his performance could not have been better. When my entire being is enraptured by a scene; when my attention is captured, listening, watching with bated breath….well, the actor achieved what he intended.
We are all entitled to read a performance in our own way.
Love Hartley as Adam. Loving this whole storyline and all the players in it. Hartley & Braeden power players indeed!
Justin was fabulous!
Yes he certainly is.
I also love Justin Hartley as Adam which surprises me since I loved MM as Adam. I still think I prefer MM for his intensity but JH is a credible recast.
I can’t stand Victor or his self righteous hyprocrisy. I was touched for a millisecond during his scene with Christian but then realized he will just ruin this boy’s life like he does everyone he comes in contact with. I absolutely hate that he never has to pay for any of his heinous actions.
I am also hating how everyone comes down so cruelly on Adam for Delia’s death. It was an accident and I am surprised that Adam rarely ever mentions that it was an accident. I guess his guilt prevents him from defending himself.
It was also NOT a hit and run since he did not realize he hit anything. Of course he pleaded Not Guilty. What court in the world would throw him in jail for years for an accident?! He was not under the influence, nor driving recklessly or speeding, nor did he hit-and-run so what could he be convicted of?
I can imagine him going to jail for a few months for not coming forward when he realized he hit something a couple of days later. Obstruction of justice maybe? But not vehicular homicide when it was an accident.
oh my goodness that scene when Justin was in bed with that woman I was thinking some woman have all the luck,I would love to have taken her place,he gave such a powerful performance again today,Justin deserves the best actor award in my book,No how about some scenes without his pants LOl well,
Love Justin Hartley as Adam. Best recast Y&R has ever done . Hartley is the best actor and best looking guy on the show.You had better hang on to himand keep Adam and Chelsea together .
Another outstanding performance today by Justin.As I watched him on the witness stand I could feel Adams pain ,I was moved by Justin again.I guess I started watching this show Justin time ,,,
Justin does it again another outstanding job of acting today When Adam said he couldn’t feelihis legs well the first thing that came to my mind was I will help you feel one of them,,I know but put it pays to have a sense of humor,I wish I was the actress who was doing those scenes with him,My goodness is he ever gorgeous,
When I saw Justin wearing that fire mans outfit what a sexy man he is.I only wish they would sets there sites lower if you know what I mean,I certainly wouldn’t mind being rescued by Justin- Adam He certainly can not only act but he made this lady fo 62 hot.Hey I aint dead He could probably wear a trash bag and look good,I am hoping because of his help with rescuing his son that the cops have a chance of heart and don’t put him away,I don’t believe for one second he killed that little girl .and I have been watching the show just a little over a year now.So I don’t know really much about Adam and the rest of the characters.but from what i hav e seen and read he has changed. Great work Justin,