Comings & Goings
Warner Bros. Animation is developing a new TV series adaptation of “Dark Shadows,” based on the classic gothic soap opera and the father of the modern-day vampire, Barnabas Collins.
Jordi Vilasuso has confirmed that he is departing NBC’s “Days of our Lives” after portraying Dario Hernandez since February 2016.
William deVry (Julian Jerome, “General Hospital”) tweets, “Thanks for the love. Always the love.”
“General Hospital” star William deVry (Julian Jerome), who has been in negotiations for several weeks with ABC over a new contract, may have filmed his final scenes at the daytime drama series, barring any last-minute change, reports Soap Opera Digest.
Before news of Steve Burton‘s return to “General Hospital” became official, rumors began to swirl that Jason Thompson might soon be leaving “The Young and the Restless” and his role as Billy Abbott, and possibly be heading back to Port Charles as Dr. Patrick Drake. But not so fast!
Speculation on the possible return of Steve Burton to “General Hospital” can finally be put to rest. ABC has confirmed through an on-air promo that the actor is indeed returning to the daytime soap opera that made him a household name. But who will be playing?
While ABC is not commenting, it’s being reported that actor Steve Burton is returning to “General Hospital.” But will he be reprising his iconic role as Jason Morgan, currently portrayed by Billy Miller, or will the soap tackle The Tale of Two Jason’s?
Despite signing a four-year contract with the soap last summer, Rebecca Budig is out as “General Hospital’s” Hayden Barnes.
James Nigbor is out as Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) and Jason’s (Billy Miller) son Jake on “General Hospital.” The 9-year-old made his final appearance on Monday, February 29, 2016. The role is reportedly being recast.
ESPN host Stephen A. Smith is returning to “General Hospital.” Smith, who last appeared on the ABC soap in 2007 as a reporter, will appear on the Wednesday, March 30 episode in scenes opposite Maurice Benard (Sonny).
Grandma Anna (Finola Hughes) is about to get a very special house guest. Brooklyn Rae Silzer is heading home to “General Hospital” as Emma Drake this month.
Wally Kurth is going to be doing double duty, again. The actor, who was taken off contract at “Days of our Lives” where he plays Justin Kiriakis, is now able to return to “General Hospital” to reprise his role of Ned Ashton.
Good news for Hope Logan fans. Kim Matula (Hope Logan) is heading back to “The Bold and the Beautiful.” However, it’s only for a short stint. The actress will return for one episode on Wednesday, March 16.
