Head Writer/Executive Producer Bradley P. Bell addresses why the show killed off and later brought back Sheila Carter, why soaps rest characters and ratings challenges.
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A reboot of ABC’s “All My Children” is in the early stages of development at Lifetime as a TV movie franchise, with two projects in the works including a holiday-themed iteration.
“General Hospital” alum Sarah Joy Brown to sit down with Maurice Benard on the Sunday, September 1 episode of his popular YouTube series/podcast, “State of Mind.”
CBS’ “The Gates” has formally assembled its writers’ room, marking one of the first major steps to bringing an all-new iteration of soapy drama into our everyday lives.
“General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini is looking forward to the show’s new “dynamic writing combination” and giving fans “much to look forward to.”
“General Hospital” has formally established its new writing team, with Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten as co-head writers and Cathy LePard named associate head writer.
India-based Absolute Sports has acquired Soap Central for $1.4 million. A new website design is underway, and the website will also include coverage of British soaps. Founder Dan Kroll to exit.
“Ambitions” writer Skyy Sandifer has joined “The Gates,” shares creator, showrunner and executive producer Michele Val Jean.
Bob Guza and Julie Carruthers are returning to daytime television as executive producers of “The Gates,” CBS’ new daytime drama set to premiere in January 2025.
Former “General Hospital” co-head writer Dan O’Connor has joined the writing team of “Days of our Lives” as a scriptwriter.
