Former ‘General Hospital’ Actress Passes Monday, February 4, 2008 9:00 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” and fans mourn the loss of veteran actress Shell Kepler, who passed away on Friday, February 1, 2008 in Portland, Oregon. Kepler, 49, played Nurse Amy Vining on the ABC Daytime drama series from 1979-2002. Website TMZ.com is reporting she died of renal failure, however the Associated Press is reporting that the Oregon Health & Science University, where the actress passed, did not give out the cause of death. Kepler began her career in 1978 when she appeared in an episode…
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Who Knows What Can Happen? Sunday, February 3, 2008 8:00 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Casting News for the Week of February 4. Ridge Perkett returns as “R.J. Forrester,” son of Ridge Forrester (Ron Moss) and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) on February 6, along with Amanda and Rachel Pace who dually portray “Hope Logan,” daughter of Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) and Brooke. Henry LeBlanc returns as a “Minister” on the February 4 episode of “The Bold and the Beautiful.” In the episode, Taylor insists that Brooke marry Ridge or else. Pictured: Ron Moss courtesy CBSRidge PerkettAmanda PaceRachel…
‘B&B’ Coverage Returns to SON Sunday, February 3, 2008 7:30 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Battle Lines are drawn as rivals bring a new war. THIS WEEK ON “THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL” Taylor is angry with Brooke after learning she refuses to marry Ridge, just as Jackie reveals that baby Jack is Brooke’s biological child to a stunned Stephanie. After her meeting with Brooke, Taylor finally admits to Nick and James that she has been drinking. Brooke learns what Donna and Eric have been up to. Nick is questioned by James. After his talk with James, Nick…
By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Congratulations go out to Derk Cheetwood and wife Cari Costner. On Wednesday, January 30, the world welcomed baby Kylie Danielle Cheetwood to the Cheetwood family at 3:25 PM. Kylie weighed in at 9 pounds, 3 ounces and was 21½ inches tall. This is the first child for Derk and Cari. Cheetwood is the cousin of “General Hospital” co-star Tyler Christopher (Nikolas) and brother to Drew Cheetwood, who plays Milo on “GH.” Costner is the niece of Kevin Costner. Everyone at Soap Opera Network and “General Hospital” wish Derk and family well as they begin their…
A Week You’ll Never Forget Friday, February 1, 2008 10:50 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Can a hit-and-run bring lovers closer together? Can a power struggle tear a family apart? Will doctors be able to save a Prince in need? THE INSIDE STORY: Who Ran Sam Down? After Lucky and Sam have a heated confrontation over her lies and deception, Lucky is forced to leave Sam and move on with his life. After their confrontation, a distraught Sam finds herself to be the next target of the Text Message Killer. Hoping that Lucky will save her before its…
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 5:24 PM PST | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Despite rumors circulating around the net that ABC Daytime’s “General Hospital” is getting a new opening sequence, Soap Opera Network can confirm that those reports are untrue. For weeks message boards have been abuzz that “General Hospital” would be getting a new opening as the show began adding new characters to its roster nearly moments after dropping others from contract. However, according to a “GH” representative, there are “no immediate plans to change the opening.” It is understood that the confusion could be related to the fact…
Who Do You Think It Is? Thursday, January 31, 2008 11:00 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Can Sam Identify her Attacker before she’s silenced forever? THE INSIDE STORY: Who Ran Sam Down? After Lucky and Sam have a heated confrontation over her lies and deception, Lucky is forced to leave Sam and move on with his life. After their confrontation, a distraught Sam finds herself to be the next target of the Text Message Killer. Hoping that Lucky will save her before its too late, Sam calls Lucky. Lucky doesn’t believe Sam’s claims, just as the killer strikes!…
Sweeps Kicks Off the Action Thursday, January 24, 2008 1:05 AM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Sweeps starts off with a bang as new characters bring mystery and danger to Port Charles. Will lives be hanging in the balance before the month is over or will citizens find themselves involved in the ultimate battle for power? THIS WEEK ON “GENERAL HOSPITAL” Claudia Zachhara comes to Port Charles and meets mob boss Sonny Corinthos; The two end up in bed together after Sonny is certain that his future plans with Kate are over. Tracy serves Monica with a malpractice suit…
By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — ABC’s “General Hospital” recasts the role of Marianna effective immediately. Due to a change in direction for the character of Marianna, “General Hospital” has recast the role with Yeniffer Behrens (pictured), whose credits include stints in “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” “Boston Legal” and “Nip/Tuck.” The role will remain recurring so says a “GH” representative. The role was previously played by America Olivo who joined “GH” earlier this month with her first airdate being Tuesday, January 22. Behrens’ first airdate is set for Wednesday, February 13. A similar scenario took place on “GH” while a storyline…
Monday, January 21, 2008 1:14 AM EST | By Errol Lewis with additional Reporting by Xavier Toups (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “Days of our Lives” continues to cut the fat as they get rid of the old and in with the new. Soap Opera Network has just learned that actors Brandon Beemer and Martha Madison, who portray the popular roles of Shawn D. Brady and Belle Black-Brady, have been let go from NBC’s “Days of our Lives.” According to sources, “Belle” and “Shawn” will be written out of the show due to storyline purposes. Madison and Beemer will continue to tape episodes…
Danger Coming Thy Way Thursday, January 17, 2008 10:30 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — The Week before Sweeps begins, the danger keeps on rising. THIS WEEK ON “GENERAL HOSPITAL” Sonny proposes marriage to Kate, but the fashionista can’t help but run away from the future. Sonny pays the high price for love. Robin is distraught after she overhears Patrick telling Dr. Leo about the night they were together. Nikolas is left with the ultimate decision: do nothing about his tumor and die or get treatment and lose Emily forever. Michael defies Jason’s earlier warnings as Jason catches Michael…
By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — After weeks of speculation, Soap Opera Network can now confirm that actress Sarah Joy Brown is set to make her highly anticipated return to ABC’s “General Hospital” on Thursday, January 31, 2008. The date just so happens to be the first day of the February Sweeps ratings period. As previously reported, Brown is re-joining the “General Hospital” canvas in the role of Claudia Zacchara, sister to Johnny Zacchara (Brandon Barash), which leaves her popular role of Carly Benson-Roberts-Quartermaine-Corinthos-Jacks in the capable hands of her current portrayer, Laura Wright. Soap Opera Network has also learned that…
By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Two new characters hit Port Charles this month as the canvas receives a shakeup. Soap Opera Network has learned that actors Seamus Dever and America Olivo are joining the cast of ABC’s “General Hospital” in the recurring roles of Dr. Ian Devlin and Marianna. Both actors debut during the week of January 21. Dr. Devlin is said to be an old medical school buddy of Dr. Patrick Drake (Jason Thompson). Upon his arrival to General Hospital on Friday, January 25, Devlin becomes the talk of GH’s nursing staff. Marianna, who has no last name at…
True Love Tuesday, January 1, 2008 11:45 PM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — A New Year, Same Old Stories… THIS WEEK ON “GENERAL HOSPITAL” Alexis and Diane find that they are both nominated for the Litigator of the Year award by the Women Attorney’s Association. Ric and Skye play a dirty dance. Sam fears being tested for the possibly deadly condition Nikolas is suffering through. Maxie gives Felicia another daughter to mother talk. Epiphany hears from Stan, but her happiness is short lived. Max and Spinelli are left to deal with an angry Health Inspector. SPENCER’S IN DANGER Luke…
Given Time In Jail and Probation Monday, December 31, 2007 12:05 AM | By Errol Lewis (SoapOperaNetwork.com) — Former “General Hospital” and “Bold and the Beautiful” star Sean Kanan plead no contest to misdemeanor DUI charges on December 13 after he was arrested earlier this year by the LAPD for drunk driving. Upon his arrest, Kanan was found driving with a blood alcohol level of over .08%. L.A. City Attorney spokesman Frank Mateljan said Kanan has been sentenced to 96 hours in county jail and ordered to serve five years of probation. In addition, he must pay a fine and…