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Grab your oversized sunglasses and pour something strong, daytime fans, because the upcoming week in soap land is a complete and utter mess, in the absolute best way possible. From literal natural disasters to the return of ghosts we thought we buried years ago, our favorite daytime characters are collectively fighting for their lives. If you thought summer was supposed to be about relaxing by the pool, the writers at BTG, Y&R, GH, and DOOL clearly missed the memo. Whew, the

It was a week of shocking revelations, dangerous confrontations, and emotional goodbyes on General Hospital. As Jenz Sidwell's grip on power began to slip, several Port Charles residents found themselves caught in the fallout. From Lucas becoming the target of a violent attack to Josslyn's terrifying captivity at Wyndemere, the week delivered plenty of twists that left viewers with more questions than answers. The biggest developments centered around Wyndemere, where Josslyn

Grab your tissues and maybe a stiff drink, Salem fans, because the revolving door at Peacock’s favorite soap opera just claimed another victim. Elia Cantu is leaving Days of Our Lives, officially wrapping up her four-year run as Detective Jada Hunter. The actress took to Instagram on June 10, 2026, to confirm what many feared after her contract status shifted earlier this year. Yes, girl, it is a sad day for the Salem PD, and honestly, not us feeling a certain way about losin

Kelly Kruger has officially joined the cast of ABC’s General Hospital in the legacy role of Serena Baldwin. As broke exclusively by TV Insider, the Daytime Emmy-vetted actress is stepping into the shoes of the iconic heiress, a major recast that has the entire soap community talking. For those keeping score at home, Serena Baldwin is pure daytime royalty. As the biological daughter of the legendary Scott Baldwin (Kin Shriner) and the late, unforgettable Dominique Stanton (She

This week on Beyond The Gates… mostly filler and narratives, not much action. Let’s discuss. The Plasma Aftermath Part Deux Jacob vows to get revenge for Derek’s death. He then receives a commendation for his work in bringing down a plasma ring that is still active and operating. You can’t make this up. Jacob did a terrible job, and while Derek’s blood is not on his hands, the whole thing was a fumble. Jacob asks Smitty to use his article to sus out the Impaler, which is anot

Grab your favorite emotional support beverage and pull up a chair, because the daytime television gods have officially chosen violence for the week of June 8. If you thought your personal life was complicated, the residents of Port Charles, Genoa City, Salem, and Fairmont Crest are here to make you feel vastly better about your choices. We are looking at a week packed with long-awaited unmaskings, tense family gatherings, unexpected shifting alliances, and an actual weather e

Port Charles was anything but quiet this week on General Hospital. From shocking accusations and dangerous secrets to strained relationships and daring escape attempts, the week of June 1-5 delivered major developments that could reshape several lives. As Josslyn fought for her freedom, Willow found herself growing closer to Chase, while Carly, Valentin, Sonny, and Laura found themselves pulled deeper into a web of deception surrounding Jenz Sidwell. Meanwhile, old wounds res

Fairmont Crest is still feeling the loss of Derek Baldwin and if fan reactions are any indication, viewers are nowhere near finished mourning one of Beyond the Gates' most beloved characters. Derek's shocking death sent ripples through the fandom, sparking outrage, heartbreak, and plenty of questions about what could have been. Now, actor Ben Gavin is pulling back the curtain on his emotional departure from the CBS daytime drama, revealing that he was just as surprised by Der