By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Love and tragedy in the afternoon. THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN After finally connecting at the Hubbard wedding, Aidan tells Greenlee that what’s most important to him is being with her, with or without children in their future. Jack inadvertently reveals that Aidan and Kendall slept together after misinterpreting Greenlee’s emotional state. The depth of Kendall and Aidan’s betrayal sinks in for Greenlee who unleashes her anger on the two. Greenlee becomes even more furious when she realizes Zach knew the truth. Zach forces Greenlee to leave with him and urges her to accept…
Author: Angela Rosa
By Angela Rosa THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Dr. Jake Martin returns to Pine Valley with scars. THE GREEN MOVEMENT Greenlee throws herself into Aidan’s arms when he suddenly walks into Zach’s office. Aidan explains the details of his and Jake’s escape to Greenlee, Ryan, Zach and Kendall. Annie simmers when she spots Ryan comforting Greenlee. Jake describes the harsh realities of his life in Darfur to Greenlee but explains that he needs to finish his work there. Greenlee’s refusal to help does little to deter Jake’s will to make an unauthorized exit out of the hospital.…
Wednesday, May 7, 2008 7:52 AM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Just as the Hubbard clan reemerges on “All My Children,” the Santos clan fades away. Several weeks from today’s date, “All My Children” will be Santos free for the first time in over fifteen years. Sydney Penny, who plays Julia Santos, has been let go from the ABC serial. Penny, now 36 years old, began her daytime career on NBC’s Santa Barbara where she portrayed incest-survivor B.J. Walker from 1992-1993. The actress then landed the role of Dr. Maria Santos (Eva LaRue) younger and troubled sister, Julia, on…
By Angela Rosa THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Are the residents of Pine Valley in need of some guidance? MY (DEAD) EX-WIFE IS BACK AND… Dixie corrects Adam when he rationalizes that his medication is causing him to hallucinate. Dixie informs Adam that she won’t be leaving his side until he reveals the truth about Kate to Tad. JR and Krystal worry about Adam’s mental health. Adam turns to Opal for help. Dixie taunts Adam as Opal tries to oust the unknown spirit Adam claims is haunting him. Opal soon becomes fed up with Adam’s attitude and…
By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” keeps the drama moving on-and-off-screen. CONTRACT ACTOR NEWS – The role of Colby Chandler, daughter of Adam Chandler (David Canary) and Liza Colby (Marcy Walker), has been recast. Twenty-five year old Brianne Moncrief will replace nineteen year old Ambyr Childers in May. Childers began playing the role of Colby Chandler in July of 2006. After a rough start, Childers managed to do an admirable job in turning the young Chandler into a fan favorite and many fans of the ABC soap will be dismayed to see the actress go. Childers will last…
By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Sometimes the most terrifying moment is when you’re alone with yourself. THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN THE WALLS CLOSE IN Erica struggles to keep her sanity while locked in solitary confinement but ends up crying out for her mother. Carmen informs Jack about Erica’s situation. Erica is tormented with nightmares. The warden informs Jack that she’s the one in control after he demands Erica be set free. Samuel comes to Erica’s rescue as she’s on the verge of a breakdown. Samuel puts his foot down with the warden. Jack and Erica share a heartfelt…
By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Mr. Lansing releases a very dangerous entity back into Port Charles. THIS WEEK ON: GENERAL HOSPITAL Claudia and Johnny are infuriated by Ric’s actions concerning their father. Anthony warns Johnny that Claudia is a dead woman if he dares disobey him. Ric hires Logan as Anthony’s bodyguard and informs Alexis and Diane that he’s now acting as Zacchara’s attorney. Sonny warns the two attorney’s that Anthony can never go free. Claudia attempts to turn Anthony against Ric. Jason manages to save Claudia after her brakes give out on her way to their meeting. Anthony orders…
Putting Up a Fight Thursday, April 17, 2008 12:55 AM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Has the damage been done or is resistance futile? THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN THE CHALLENGES OF REFORM Sherry and the other inmates inform Erica that they want her to help them get their lives back. An excited Erica has major plans. Erica informs Jack and Samuel of her plans to implement programs such as job training and counseling at the prison. Samuel warns an undeterred Erica of a possible barrier between her and her goals – the prison Warden. Erica is thrown…
By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Has “All My Children” cast the beautiful girl that will steal Dre’s heart? Angie (Debbie Morgan) and ex-husband Jacob’s (Darnell Williams) adopted daughter, Cassandra Foster, arrives in Pine Valley on Friday, April 25. The character of Cassandra debuted on the cancelled ABC soap opera “The City” and will now show up on ABC’s “All My Children” played by “America’s Next Top Model” Season 3 runner-up Yaya DaCosta. DaCosta, a Brown University graduate, was born on November 15, 1982 in Harlem, New York. Since her time on “ANTM” the Ford Model has appeared in several music…
Is Love a Crime? Sunday, April 13, 2008 11:10 PM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — The limits the mind puts on the heart. THIS WEEK ON: GENERAL HOSPITAL Jax is disconcerted that his wife only seems to be comforted by Jason’s presence. Robin’s words send a determined Sonny to challenge an even more determined Carly. Carly continues to refuse to let Sonny see Michael as she blames him for what happened to Michael and also blames herself for allowing him to be a father to the boy in the first place. Jason is able to convince Carly that Michael…
Facing the Music Thursday, April 10, 2008 4:13 AM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Facing the consequences of the past could forever change the future in Pine Valley. THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN CAN’T HURRY LOVE Ryan’s revelation leads his therapist to question if he even wants to remember Annie. Meanwhile, Annie accuses Greenlee of only accepting Aidan’s proposal because she can’t have Ryan. Ryan is left unsettled by the story of how he and Annie fell in love. Ryan and Annie rush Emma to the hospital after she suffers an allergic reaction to a bug-bite. Annie’s heart…
By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Various guest stars offer a helping hand to some of Pine Valley’s most beleaguered. Starting on April 14, real-life doctor Gail Saltz begins playing the role of Ryan’s psychoanalyst. The amnesiac looks to be in good hands as he struggles to deal with the quandaries of his memory blockage. In the real world, Dr. Gail Saltz M.D. is a renowned practicing psychiatrist, columnist, bestselling author, and television commentator. NBC Nightly News achor Tom Brokaw once referred to Saltz as “a voice of wisdom and insight in a world of confusion and contradictions.” On the Friday,…
With the ABC soap operas profusely bleeding out viewers, “AMC” has seemingly chosen a path of goodwill in an attempt to bandage the situation. Fans of one of “AMC’s” all-time greatest super couples, Tad (Michael E. Knight) and Dixie, will reap some benefits from that effort. Many shocked and disappointed fans vividly remember that Dixie’s last go-around in Pine Valley ended with the former Mrs. Martin abruptly killed off before she and Tad could share a long-awaited reunion with their daughter. ABC promises that Tad and Dixie will get that reunion as Dixie guides her oft-time husband into “the loving…
Secrets Kept, Secrets Told Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:05 PM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Smoke prepares to make way for fire. THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN TICK-TOCK, THE CLOCK GOES FOR NOVAK JR vows to prove to a disbelieving Babe that Richie has framed him not once – but twice. After reading his tarot cards, a disturbed Opal warns Richie that he won’t be able to cheat death for a second time. JR tries to convince Amanda to help him get the goods on Richie. Richie privately panics when Babe reveals to him that JR has been…
Test well is exactly what “Knight Rider” did. The back-door pilot, starring former “All My Children” star Justin Bruening as Mike Traceur – KITT’s new companion and the son of Michael Knight – scored the highest 18-49 rating (5.6/14) for a made-for-television movie, multiple-part movie or theatrical film on any network since the March 6, 2005 airing of “Their Eyes Were Watching God” on ABC. Both Variety and The Wall Street Journal are reporting that when NBC President Ben Silverman reveals the networks Fall 2008 schedule this Wednesday, “Knight Rider” will once again be a network television series. It’s fully…
Taking a Stand Thursday, March 27, 2008 8:36 AM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) – Are the residents of Pine Valley making the right decisions or taking wrong turns this week? THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN THE UPS & DOWNS OF TEAM WORK Erica’s deft knowledge of fashion forces the truck driver to rescind his threat of calling the cops. Erica tells Carmen the story of her humble beginnings as they settle in for the night at the discount superstore. Erica manages to release herself from her bind and snatch the gun after Carmen gives way to sleep. Kendall…
Captured Hearts Wednesday, March 19, 2008 10:30 PM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) – Are some of Pine Valley’s finest doomed to remain prisoners? THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN FREEDOM LITE FOR JESSE After killing him, Robert claims that he Rafael was really Papel, the drug lord after Jesse, and that he is an undercover FBI agent. Angie implores Jesse to accept that his nightmare has finally ended. Jesse and Angie are affected as they face Jesse’s photo on the wall of fallen officers at the police station. Tad remains wary of Robert, who is still secretly after Jesse…
A Game of Chicken Thursday, March 13, 2008 1:27 AM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Will Jesse Hubbard end this hectic week as a free man? THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN THE FINISH LINE? GET SET-UP: Tad and Jesse arrive at the warehouse where Jesse was held prisoner, just as Robert wanted them to. Joined by Angie, Jesse and Tad uncover a creepy shrine dedicated to Jesse. Jesse and Tad finally realize that someone wanted them to find the warehouse. Meanwhile, after working a little of his charm over on Opal, Robert proceeds to make Frankie and Colby…
Decision Time Arrives Sunday, March 9, 2008 3:38 AM | By Angela Rosa (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Every action has a consequence. THIS WEEK ON: ALL MY CHILDREN JUDGMENT DAY A nervous Erica tries to keep a brave face about her impending court date. Jack implores Erica to rethink her decision to plead guilty. Later, a session of reminiscing leaves the ex’s on the brink of love-making. Judgment day arrives, and Ms. Kane’s judge is convinced that the deal Erica’s been handed is way too sweet. Jack and Samuel work together to convince the judge to stick to the original terms of…
Elizabeth Rodriguez’s television credits include roles on “Oz,” “The Shield,” “ER,” “NYPD Blue,” “Six Feet Under,” “Just Shoot Me,” “Third Watch,” and “Law & Order.” Her film credits include “Dead Presidents,” “Blow,” and “Miami Vice.” Rodriguez’s Carmen first airs on March 13 when she meets her fabulous new cellmate (or is that her new partner in crime?), Erica Kane (Susan Lucci). Pictured: Susan Lucci courtesy ABCAll My ChildrenSusan LucciElizabeth Rodriguez