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Is ‘B&B’ Looking to Woo Melody Thomas Scott Away From ‘Y&R?’

Now that “General Hospital’s” Sean Kanan (ex-A.J. Quartermaine) is headed back to "The Bold and the Beautiful” to reprise his role as sleazy con-man Deacon Sharpe, “The Young and the Restless” fans are wondering if the character will be swinging by Genoa City to visit his former lover, Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott). And while that may be an eventuality, “B&B’s” headwriter, Bradley P. Bell, admits that instead of loaning out Deacon to "Y&R," he’d rather steal Nikki for his…

by Kambra Clifford

Sean Kanan Leaving ‘GH’ Role for Old ‘B&B’ Role!

After "General Hospital's" A.J. Quartermaine was shot and put into critical condition by Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) a few weeks ago, fans began speculating if this could be the end of the line for the long-time Port Charles resident. Even so, it comes as a shock today that A.J.'s portrayer, Sean Kanan, has confirmed that he will be leaving "GH" at the end of this month to return to his role on "The Bold and the Beautiful."

by Jared Kaplan

March 17, 2014

Sean Kanan’s Tweet Has Fans Wondering About His Status on ‘GH’

Sometimes when one comments about a specific topic or thing on social media websites such as Facebook or Twitter, things they say can get misconstrued by others. This was the case last night when "General Hospital's" Sean Kanan (AJ Quartermaine) tweeted, "Such an honor to be a part of this iconic piece of American television history. Thanks @valentinifrank for everything," following yesterday's 13,000th episode cake cutting party.

by Errol Lewis

January 29, 2014

MONDAY: TVGN Presents ‘Who Shot The Daytime Soap?’ Featuring a Host of Daytime Legends and Talents (PROMO)

TVGN is proving why it's now the "the new way to watch soaps." With the network already picking up encore airing rights to "The Young and the Restless" this past summer, and "The Bold and the Beautiful" earlier this month, the network plans to provide soap fans with even more "soap" for their viewing pleasure courtesy of the new documentary, "Who Shot the Daytime Soap?" Airing Monday, December 16 at 8:00 PM ET/PT, preceded by airings of…

by Errol Lewis

December 14, 2013

‘I’m A Soap Star’ Music Video Hits the Net; Features Sean Kanan, Ronn Moss, Kim Matula, Joshua Morrow and More!

It’s not uncommon for soap opera stars to appear in music videos (we’ve even done features about it in the past), but “General Hospital’s” Sean Kanan (A.J. Quartermaine; ex-Deacon Sharpe, “The Bold and the Beautiful”/“The Young and the Restless”) and his wife, Michele Kanan, have turned the tables: The duo actually made their own music video specifically about the genre!

by Kambra Clifford

November 20, 2013

Sean Kanan To Screen ‘I’m A Soap Star’ Rap Video

Remember that rap video teaser showing Sean Kanan (AJ Quartermaine, "General Hospital") rapping alongside some of daytime's finest men including Ronn Moss (ex-Ridge Forrester, "The Bold and the Beautiful") and Joshua Morrow (Nicholas Newman, "The Young and the Restless")? Turns out you'll finally get a chance to view the video in its entirety during Kanan's upcoming November appearance schedule as part of his birthday bash weekend. From Saturday,…

by Errol Lewis

July 22, 2013

Daytime Community Responds to Jeanne Cooper’s Death

News that “The Young and the Restless’” Jeanne Cooper (Katherine Chancellor) passed away this morning has rocked the entertainment community, and the beloved actress’ colleagues have responded with an outpour of memories, loving words and final farewells via Twitter. Soap Opera Network has rounded up all of the sentiments written so far, which include kind words from her “Y&R” co-stars and beyond.

by Kambra Clifford

May 8, 2013

‘GH’s’ Tracy and A.J. Go Head to Head on ‘The Chew’

“General Hospital’s” Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) and A.J. Quartermaine (Sean Kanan) will make the ol’ battle of the sexes debate seem rather blaze when they whip out their spoons and have an epic battle of... brace yourselves... condiments! Yep, that’s right: The onscreen aunt and nephew are taking their rivalry to the next level, starting when Tracy learns that A.J. has been booked on “The Chew” to showcase his Pickle-Lila recipe. When the fiery female hears the news, she hits up her new…

by Kambra Clifford

April 24, 2013

CENTER STAGE: Patrika Darbo Dishes on ‘DAYS’ Catfights, a ‘Step by Step’ Reprisal and Her ‘Devious Maids’ Appearance

Say what you will about “Days of our Lives’” Nancy Wesley, but she is definitely a character fans just love to hate. The same can’t be said of her portrayer, Patrika Darbo, who is loved, loved, loved all around for her humor, candidness and ability to play one of daytime’s baddest bitches!

by Kambra Clifford

April 12, 2013

ABC News to Honor 50 Years of ‘General Hospital’; Soaps Anniversary Episode Pushed Back a Day

‘The Real Soap Dish’ Promo Celebrating 50 Years of ‘General Hospital’ on ’20/20′

On Saturday, April 6, ABC News' "20/20" takes a behind the scenes look at ABC's "General Hospital" as the soap celebrates 50 years on television.

by Errol Lewis

April 3, 2013

FIRST LOOK: The Men and Women of the Nurses Ball

On Monday, April 1, ABC's "General Hospital" turns 50! In honor of the event, fans have been anticipating the return of one of the shows grandest events...the Nurses Ball. While things don't kick into high gear for the event until the Friday, April 5 episode, we at Soap Opera Network wanted to make sure you got a glimpse of some of your favorite actors before their characters start singing, dancing, and throwing punches.

by Errol Lewis

March 29, 2013

‘GH’s’ Sean Kanan Launching Radio Talk Show ‘Kanan’s Rules,’ With Wife

Beginning Wednesday, February 6, fans of "General Hospital's" Sean Kanan (AJ Quartermaine) can see/hear the actor in a different light as the daytime star has signed on with UBN Radio Network to launch a new radio show, "Kanan's Rules," with wife, Michele. The show will air live in both audio and streaming video via http://www.ubnradio.com from the Sunset Gower Studios in Hollywood.

by Errol Lewis

February 1, 2013

‘GH’s’ Sean Kanan Displays Funny Side with Stand-Up Comedy Showcase

On Wednesday, January 30, "General Hospital's" Sean Kanan (AJ Quartermaine) will be putting his comedic chops on display for Mavrick Artists Agency's Comedy Showcase being held in Los Angeles, CA. The event is being hosted by Lorenzo Lamas, who co-starred with Kanan back in the early 2000's on "The Bold and the Beautiful." Lamas portrayed Hector Ramirez on the CBS daytime soap.

by Errol Lewis

January 24, 2013

Sean Kanan Returning to ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’

‘General Hospital’s’ Sean Kanan Chats Live with Fans During East Coast Broadcast of Soap

Although fans of ABC's "General Hospital" got their first glimpse of Sean Kanan back on screen as AJ Quartermaine on the Friday, October 26 episode, they didn't learn much about why the character had returned to Port Charles. Kanan himself may be able to shed some light when he joins fans for an upcoming live Twitter chat during the east coast broadcast of the daytime drama series.

by Errol Lewis

October 27, 2012

Sean Kanan’s Uncanny Similarity to Steve Burton’s Jason Morgan

With word of Sean Kanan returning to "General Hospital" next month in an as yet to-be-determined role, despite portraying AJ Quartermaine 15 years ago on the drama series, I recently noted an uncanny similarity Kanan currently has with former co-star and on screen brother Steve Burton.

by Errol Lewis

September 18, 2012

Sean Kanan Returns to ‘General Hospital’ After 15 Year Absence

For more than 12 years Sean Kanan has been portraying the role of the flawed Deacon Sharpe on CBS' "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "The Young and the Restless," but for fans of "General Hospital" he is best known for his portrayal of AJ Quartermaine. Last seen in 1997 as AJ went toe-to-toe with Carly Roberts (now Carly Jacks) as played by Sarah Brown, fans were shocked to find the role recast with actor Billy Warlock. According to published reports, Kanan had…

by Errol Lewis

September 18, 2012