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Days Of Our Lives spoilers and updates for the next three weeks, June 16-July 4, tease unexpected reunions, shocking twists, and a message from beyond the grave! Sami Brady (Alison Sweeney) and Cat Greene (AnnaLynne McCord) may have an unexpected reunion, while Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) gets a shocking twist and John Black (Drake Hogestyn) sends a message!

The Week Of June 16-Xander’s Relief, Ej’s Worry, Marlena’s Suspicion

The week of June 16-20 will be a relief for Xander Kiriakis (Paul Telfer) as Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) will conceal his guilt – even under Belle Black’s (Martha Madison) constant pressure.

Philip will hide Xander’s involvement in nearly getting rid of him for good, but any agreement they make might lead to repercussions.

Speaking of repercussions, Ej Dimera (Dan Feuerriegel) will continue to try to protect Johnny Dimera (Carson Boatman) from them, but he will become more worried.

Days Of Our Lives spoilers and updates reveal fans are frustrated at no scenes with Shane and Andrew Donovan in them together recently.

Both were back in Salem through the search for, injury of and death and funeral of John Black (Drake Hogestyn), why no father and son scenes?

Andrew And Paul Are Getting Married

In spite of, or perhaps because of Paul Narita’s (Christopher Sean) father’s death, Andrew decided this was the time to propose marriage, and Paul accepted. Now there will be a wedding planned, and most certainly certain family members will be expected to be there.

Paul may have wanted John to be a best man, but obviously that cannot happen now-more than likely, Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols) will step up in John’s place.

But what about Andrew’s father Shane, and his mother Kimberly Donovan (Patsy Pease) and sister Theresa Donovan (Emily O’Brien...

John Black’s family and friends gathered to say goodbye to the grandfather, father, husband, friend, and hero. A nervous Eric will officiate the ceremony. In the Monday, June 9 episode of Days of Our Lives, the memories of John flowed. So did a couple of interesting developments and conversations.

Goodbyes and Arrivals

Shane (Charles Shaughnessy) returned for John’s funeral and he had a touching reunion with Marlena (Deidre Hall). It was great to see him, although it would have been nice to see Kimberly (Patsy Pease), too.

Other than that, there were great photos of John on display, and Steve (Stephen Nichols) brought over some mementos that would help his friends and family feel his presence there. Rachel (Alice Halsey) talked about going to a Cubs game with her grandpa.

Eric (Greg Vaughan) reflected on how important John was to him, especially when he was growing up. With Roman...

Days of Our Lives spoilers suggest Salem can be a flurry of activity when it comes to casting changes, and the show has a whole bunch of them coming up on the horizon. Learn more about who’s making a comeback and who’s joining the Peacock soap, down below!

Bope’s Return

Days of Our Lives spoilers indicate fans are waiting for the highly anticipated return of Bo Brady (Peter Reckell) and Hope Brady (Kristian Alfonso), any day now!

As Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans), Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols), and Shawn-Douglas Brady (Brandon Beemer) race to steal the experimental drug from the hospital lab, will they save Bo in time?

The answer to this is likely ‘yes’, but it can’t come soon enough! While the return is a short one, Reckell has been quoted as saying these episodes with Bo will not disappoint, and this is something he...

Days of Our Lives spoilers for Wednesday, March 26, 2025, are here! Tomorrow, fans will see Ej Dimera (Dan Feuerriegel) try to make amends.

Sophia Choi (Rachel Boyd) supports Tate Black (Leo Howard). Meanwhile, Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) takes care of Doug Williams III (Peyton Meyer). Keep reading and let’s talk about what is coming up in the Peacock soap opera.

Ej Dimera’s Amends

On Wednesday, March 24, fans will see Ej try to make amends. However, there’s not much he can say or do.

One thing that Ej might try is to secure the adoption of Sophia and Tate’s baby for Chanel Dupree-dimera (Raven Bowens) and Johnny Dimera (Carson Boatman).

Of course, Ej’s usual tricks and deals won’t fly with Amy Choi (Shi Ne Nielson). Could Amy convince Ej to distance himself from Johnny and Chanel’s lives? If so, then Janel just might still have...

Days of Our Lives spoilers for Monday, March 24, 2025, are in! In the next episode, fans can expect Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) to remember John Black (Drake Hogestyn).

Andrew Donovan (Colton Little) helps Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols). Plus, Ej Dimera (Dan Feuerriegel) tries to make amends but is that even possible after all he’s done?

Keep reading and let’s talk about what is coming up in the Peacock soap opera.

Remembering John Black

Fans already know that Hogestyn passed away, but the soap had the late actor’s seal of approval of John’s exit storyline.

The undercover agent has gone missing and he was so deep under that nobody really knows what happened to him. Of course, Shane Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) should have returned at least one of Marlena’s phone calls.

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Of course, Shane has...

Days of Our Lives spoilers reveal there will be no episodes for the rest of the week. So, what’s happening on Monday, March 24, 2025?

Fans can expect Rachel Blake (Roslyn Gentle) to get into a physical fight with Ej Dimera (Dan Feuerriegel).

Julie Williams (Susan Seaforth Hayes) confronts Melinda Trask (Tina Huang). Plus, what does the future hold for Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering) and Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu)?

Ej Dimera’s Drastic Solution

On Friday, March 21, fans will see what Ej plans on doing with that syringe from the safe. Clearly, it holds the memory-forgetting serum. Ej already used it on Rafe and it was effective.

At first, Rafe lost his whole memory, but now he has his identity back. Unfortunately, the kidnapping details Rafe still can’t remember.

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With Kristen Dimera (Stacy Haiduk) doing damage control with the cops,...

Maggie name-dropped Vivian Alamain in the Wednesday, March 19 episode of Days of Our Lives. She volunteered at Statesville and ran into the woman who talked to her about Philip. In addition, Theresa and Joy may have both exited Salem, and Xander stumbled and eavesdropped his way into having the wrong idea.

Goodbyes and Lies The Lies and Lies of Omission

Apparently, Vivian (Louise Sorel) approached Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) and mentioned how pleased she was that the letter enabled Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) to stake out a claim at Titan. And she also said she was glad she was able to forge a new relationship with Philip. She actually used the word “forge.” This tells us that Vivian’s not completely out of the game here. She may well reveal the truth whenever she wants.

Meanwhile, Xander (Paul Telfer) eavesdropped on Philip and Stephanie (Abigail Klein), but he only heard them talking...

Days of Our Lives spoilers for Wednesday, March 19, 2025, are here! In tomorrow’s episode, fans can expect Theresa Donovan (Emily O’Brien) to be crushed.

Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) learns of Joy Wesley’s (AlexAnn Hopkins) decision. Meanwhile, Xander Cook Kiriakis (Paul Telfer) spies on Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein) and Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavosier).

Keep reading and let’s talk about what is coming up in the Peacock soap opera.

Theresa Donovan Crushed

On Wednesday, March 18, fans can expect Theresa to be crushed. Shane Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) called her to share some devastating news. The felon seemed pretty impatient that he had just now gotten back to her.

However, she will understand after she hears what’s going on. It seems that Theresa might need to go to California to take care of her mother.

It’s not just Shane’s phone call, but Kimberly Brady (Patsy Pease) has been mentioned multiple times recently.

Theresa made her version of amends to Xander and Alex in the Tuesday, March 18 episode of Days of Our Lives. Kayla and Roman tried to distract themselves from this situation where John was missing. Philip got Joy to rethink quitting Titan. Marlena and Steve were on a mission to get vital information from Shane. All in all, after watching this episode, we realized we had more questions than answers.

Five Questions #1 What will Xander do with what he overheard?

For some reason, Philip (John-Pau LavoisierI) asked Stephanie (Abigail Klein) to talk somewhere more private than The Pub, and they ended up on the bench in the middle of Horton Town Square. How private is that?

Again, for some reason, Philip kept re-asking Stephanie if she would keep his forged letter secret. It came as no shock to us that Xander (Paul Telfer) overheard part of their conversation. He overheard them...

Days of our Lives 2-week spoilers reveal that a livid Ej Dimera goes off the rails during March 17-28, 2025. His son Johnny Dimera learned that his father forced his mother into having sex with him on the night he was conceived. Of course, Ej is angered that Roman Brady and Kate Roberts spilled the truth to his son. His life is already imploding with the Arnold Feniger and Rachel Blake situations. Who will he confront first? Next, Shane Donovan delivers devastating news to his daughter, Theresa Donovan. Is it about her mother? Shane may spill about John Black instead. Finally, Rafe Hernandez and Jada Hunter plan their future. However, will she tell him the truth about sleeping with Shawn Brady? She could keep it a secret on the long-running NBC Peacock exclusive.

Days of our Lives 2-Week Spoilers: Ej Dimera Rages After Secret Explodes

Dool 2-week spoilers report that Ej...

Days of Our Lives spoilers and updates reveal that we have some intriguing updates regarding arrivals and departures to share, so let’s dive into the thrilling returns and significant exits.

To kick things off, Theresa Donovan (Emily O’Brien) is set to make a swift exit, meaning her time in Salem is coming to an end soon.

Charles Shaughnessy Reprises His Role As Shane Donovan-Briefly

Charles Shaughnessy is set to make a brief return as Shane Donovan, starting Monday, March 17. Initially, Shane will find himself interrogated regarding the disappearance of John Black, portrayed by Drake Hogestyn, as Marlena Evans and Steve Johnson, played by Deidre Hall and Stephen Nichols respectively, seek answers.

However, Shane’s comeback will also lead him to deliver some devastating news to Theresa-she has mentioned the need to visit her mother, Kimberly Brady (Patsy Pease), who has been facing health challenges.

During a chat with Amy Choi,...

Days of Our Lives spoilers and updates reveal Shane Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) wouldn’t return Marlena Evans’ (Deidre Hall) calls in Friday, March 7th’s episode.

But the question is, why-John Black (Drake Hogestyn) dropped off the grid; might Shane have as well, and the person not returning calls isn’t Shane?

Marlena and Steve Set To Track Down Shane In DC

After that worrying experience in which Marlena fears the worst-and she’s absolutely correct-Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols) decides to go to DC with her.

There, they will confront Shane in person and try to get more information where John was supposed to be, he had been in deep cover for several months on a secret mission.

Most Dool viewers know that likely in the next few weeks, confirmation of John’s death will be revealed-because of the real life death of Drake Hogestyn.

But the backstory...

Days of our Lives has lost another icon, and Susan Seaforth Hayes penned a loving tribute to the show’s former composer, Martin Davich.

Music to Remember

Davich’s musical talent spanned shows like ER and Southland, as well as General Hospital. He even composed the title track to the Gh spin-off Port Charles. But one show his music was best known for was Days, where he not only composed several tracks, but even appeared on screen as a piano player at Doug’s Place named Marty.

Seaforth Hayes (Julie) took to Instagram to announce the passing of her lifetime friend and former castmate. “Marty Davich was our piano man in the golden years of Days music. Often on camera, rarely with dialogue, he spoke through the themes he played,” the actress wrote. “Always perfect, always ingenious, always beautiful… just like the man.”

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Days of Our Lives spoilers and rumors tease Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols) may not have really been talking to Shane Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) about John Black (Drake Hogestyn).

As it soon becomes apparent that John has gone missing, it may also become apparent Drew Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) is responsible for his fate.

Days Of Our Lives Spoilers – Not The First Time Drew Donovan Has Impersonated Shane Donavan

Longtime viewers will recall that Drew Donovan is Shane Donovan’s evil twin, and has been responsible for all kinds of mischief over the years. He was an assassin who had worked for Stefano Dimera (Joseph Mascolo) and was also known under a pseudonym of “Iago”.

Among other mischief he perpetrated was the kidnapping of Roman Brady’s (then Wayne Northrop) daughter Carrie Brady (Christie Clark).

Drew last reappeared in the Beyond Salem series, again impersonating Shane like he usually does. He’s...

Days of Our Lives spoilers and updates reveal Gloria Loring reflects on her life, her loves, and her role as Liz Chandler as she returns to reprise her iconic role. She returns to sing at Doug Williams’ (Bill Hayes) memorial service and to pay her respects-and have at least one argument with Marie Horton (Maree Cheatham)!

Days Of Our Lives Spoilers – Liz Chandler Returns To Salem After Nearly Four Decades

Almost 40 years after Gloria Loring first appeared on Days of Our Lives, her character, Liz Chandler, returned to Salem to honor the late Doug Williams and perform at his memorial service.

Loring’s Liz was on the show for six years, starting as the estranged wife of Tony Dimera (Thaao Penghlis).

She had a romance with Marlena’s ex-husband, Don Craig (Jed Allan), and later fell in love with Neil Curtis (Joseph Gallison).

While in Salem, she befriended Doug, sang at his club,...

Check out the latest comings and goings casting news from all four daytime dramas: The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, and The Young and the Restless.

Casting For The Week of December 2, 2024

Find out if any of your favorite actors and actresses from yesteryear are returning to the shows you watch, if any newcomers have been cast in contract, recurring, or day-player roles, or if any popular performers are about to make their exit.

Days of our Lives

Doug Williams’ (Bill Hayes) brings more family and friends back to Days of our Lives. Stephen Schnetzer returns as Julie’s (Susan Seaforth Hayes) brother, Steve Olson, on Monday, December 2; which also marks the show’s milestone 15,000th episode. Schnetzer played Steve from 1978 to 1980. He went on to play Marcello Salta on One Life to Live and Cass Winthrop on Another World.

Gloria Loring resurfaces as Liz Chandler on Monday,...

A slew of former Salemites are heading to Days of our Lives for a special, albeit somber, occasion. Find out who they are and if any newcomers are joining the soap in contract, recurring, or day-player roles, or if any of your favorite stars are leaving the Peacock soap.

The Week of December 2, 2024

The funeral of Doug Williams (Bill Hayes) brings more family and friends back to Salem. Stephen Schnetzer returns as Julie’s (Susan Seaforth Hayes) brother, Steve Olson, on Monday, December 2; which also marks the show’s milestone 15,000th episode. Schnetzer played Steve from 1978 to 1980, so it’s been 45 years since his last appearance. He later went on to play Marcello Salta on One Life to Live and Cass Winthrop on Another World.

Gloria Loring turns up as Liz Chandler on Monday, December 2, the character she originally played from 1980 to 1986. Liz performed at Doug’s nightclub, Doug’s Place,...

I never thought Shane Donovan would grace our screens again.

His son Andrew is a welcome replacement, leading Isa missions in Shane's stead and trying to find out what his troublemaker of a sister is up to.

But according to spoilers on Days of Our Lives, during the week of 9-18-23, Shane will show up at Theresa's door, eager to straighten out his wayward daughter.

Shane's visit is a welcome surprise. It's a shame Kim isn't with him too, but Patsy Pease may not have been available or interested. In any case, I don't want to look a gift horse in the mouth.

As long as Theresa and Andrew are both on canvas, at least one of her parents should be, and some of Shane's best work in the past has been in confronting her about her misbehavior.

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Armand Mastroianni's 1980 "He Knows You're Alone" might have borrowed a number of shots from John Carpenter's 1978 film "Halloween." It might have drawn from that movie's score, and it might have conceived of its unstoppable villain in a similar way. But it doesn't deserve to be left in the margins of the '80s slasher movie boom, especially given that it isn't a lesser entry in the genre.

Despite the movie being a decent-sized hit at the time of its release, grossing nearly $5 million per BoxOfficeMojo, it has largely been forgotten, outside of an early Tom Hanks appearance as a jogger. Compared to the best-known entries in the slasher subgenre of horror, there wasn't any kind of easy iconography to get absorbed into mainstream pop culture. Its relatively low budget means that there's fairly limited coverage and occasional bits of technical cost-cutting. But there's a strong sense of dread throughout,...

1981: Gh's Robert tried to steal the formula from Victor.

1984: Eileen Fulton returned to As the World Turns as Lisa.

1992: Atwt's Margo was raped.

2007: Passions' Sheridan decided to electrocute Theresa."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1922: Schenectady, New York radio station Wgy aired a staged dramatic play for the first time. This tryout was a hit which led to weekly studio broadcasts of full-length stage plays.

1971: On The Guiding Light, Ken tried to intervene in an argument between his mother, Barbara (Barbara Berjer), and 18-year-old sister,...

1981: Another World's Hanna and Lenny held Jamie at gunpoint.

1986: As the World Turns celebrated patriarch Chris Hughes.

1992: Reba McEntire guest-starred on One Life to Live.

1997: Oltl's Patrick threatened Todd with a pitchfork."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1933: The Romance of Helen Trent premiered regionally in Chicago. The show began airing on the CBS Radio network that October and remained on the air until June 24, 1960. During its 27-year run, three actresses played Helen--Virginia Clark and Betty Ruth Smith in Chicago, and later Julie Stevens in New York.

1966: Dark Shadows' Roger crashed due to a missing bleeder valve.

1985: John Aniston debuted as Victor on Days of our Lives.

1990: General Hospital's Wendy was murdered.

2010: Scott Clifton debuted as Liam on Bold and the Beautiful."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1940: The first episode of radio soap opera The Carters of Elm Street, written by Mona Kent, aired on the Mutual Network.

1966: On Another World, Pat told Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) she thought Lee identified with Hope Bauer (crossed over for a year...

1986: Another World's Cecile faced the guillotine.

1986: Santa Barbara's Mary died after a "C" fell on her.

1989: Guiding Light's Reva was rowed to her wedding.

2008: The Bold and the Beautiful's Bridget and Nick married."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1965: On Another World, John Randolph (Michael M. Ryan) persuaded his daughter, Lee (Gaye Huston), that going home after her battle with virus pneumonia would be alright.

1966: On Dark Shadows, Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) met Carolyn Stoddard's (Nancy Barrett) boyfriend, Joe Haskell (Joel Crothers...

1976: Ryan's Hope's Delia talked her way around Frank's suspicions.

1999: Passions premiered on NBC.

2001: As the World Turns' Simon found Katie on an island.

2002: Stephanie Gatschet debuted as Tammy on Guiding Light."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1966: On The Guiding Light, Bert Bauer (Charita Bauer) met Leslie Jackson (Lynne Adams).

1966: New head writer William J. Bell's first Days of our Lives script aired. By this point NBC had canceled Ted Corday's other two daytime soaps launched in 1965, Morning Star and Paradise Bay,...

1986: Another World's Cass heard Cecile plotting against Kathleen.

1997: Port Charles' Lucy was grabbed while looking for Serena.

2002: As the World Turns' Jack punched Craig.

2013: All My Children's David found Cassandra."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1932: CBS Radio soap opera Judy and Jane aired for the final time. Four months later, it was picked up by NBC Radio. After it was canceled from radio for good in 1935, it continued to be distributed through transcription for 12 more years.

1950: Hawkins Falls premiered on NBC.

1969: Peyton Place series finale aired on ABC.

1988: Days of our Lives' Kim had to say goodbye to Shane.

1995: One Life to Live's Bo and Nora were married.

1997: Port Charles' Scott was desperate to find Serena."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1969: The 514th and final episode of primetime soap opera Peyton Place aired on ABC.

Norman and Rita arrived at Dr. Rossi's hearing, planning to give an honest testimony about the events surrounding Fred Russell's death. Attempting to determine probable cause,...

1985: General Hospital's Anna remembered the past.

1985: Dynasty wedding guests faced the Moldavian Massacre.

1987: Days of our Lives' Andrew was baptized.

2012: Days' Will Horton came out to his parents."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1964: On Another World, Pat (Susan Trustman) begged Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) to dip into her savings account to loan her enough money to buy a new bathing suit.

1967: On Days of our Lives, Susan (Denise Alexander) decided to give David (Clive Clerk) a divorce.

1975: At the 2nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards,...

1964: Another World premiered.

1982: Dynasty's Cecil died while making love with Alexis.

1984: Guiding Light's "Dreaming Death" virus killed Lesley Ann.

1987: Days of our Lives' Kim and Shane were married."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1943: On Vic and Sade, Chuck Brainfeeble visited Sade with a gross of "Little Leather Ringmasters." He proposed to use them to repay his $40 debt to Vic, and wouldn't take "no" for an answer.

1958: Elaine S. Carrington, the radio writer who created Pepper Young's Family and other daytime dramas,...

1978: Ryan's Hope's Pat called Delia on her miscarriage deception.

1987: Days of our Lives' Patch made chili.

2007: All My Children's Zoe performed.

2009: Drew Garrett debuted as Michael on General Hospital."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1959: NBC Radio soap The Woman in My House aired its final episode after an eight year run. One Man's Family creator Carlton E. Morse produced Wimh about the Carter family of Miami.

Carlton E. Morse1959: Carlton E. Morse's long-running One Man's Family ended its run on NBC after 27 years.

1998: As the World Turns' Jack and Carly grew closer.

2006: General Hospital's Tony Jones died.

2009: Guiding Light's Phillip rescued Coop from a burning car.

2011: Oprah reunited Susan Lucci with Erica Kane's husbands."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1897: Dame Judith Anderson was born. Anderson moved to New York from Australia in 1918 and was a hit on Broadway before moving to Hollywood to make films. In 1984 she joined the original cast of Santa Barbara as Minx Lockridge. She died in 1992 at age 94.

1966: On Another World,...

1975: Delia took action to save her marriage on Ryan's Hope.

1979: Deer hunters shot at Deborah on The Edge of Night.

1985: Santa Barbara's Lionel (Don Stewart) apologized to Brick.

2006: One Life to Live's Blair worried about her baby."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1946: DuMont Television Network aired the final episode of the first network TV soap opera, Faraway Hill. The show, created by David P. Lewis, premiered two and a half months earlier on October 2nd.

1967: On The Doctors, when Dr. Matt Powers (James Pritchett) told Dr.

1966: David found Victoria on Dark Shadows.

1982: Holly's preliminary hearing began on Gh.

1988: Gl's Ben wanted to know if Aunt Mo was his new mommy.

1999: AMC's Alex had big news for David."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

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1964: On Another World, on the night before Pat Matthews' (Susan Trustman) murder trial was to begin, she still refused to take the truth serum despite a last-minute plea from her father, Jim (Shepperd Strudwick).

1966: On Dark Shadows, David Collins (David Henesy) discovered Victoria Winters...

November 25, 1960: "The Day Radio Drama Died""The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

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1960: Often referred to by aficionados as "the day radio drama died" or "the day the radio soap opera died," this day has been identified as a watershed moment in broadcasting. CBS Radio aired the final episodes of the last network radio soap operas: Ma Perkins, Young Doctor Malone (which also aired on NBC-tv), The Right to Happiness (a spin-off of The Guiding Light), The Second Mrs. Burton, The Couple Next Door, Whispering Secrets and Best Seller.

Virginia Payne played Ma Perkins for the

show's entire 27-year run.

1984: Ryan's Hope's Johnny & Maeve Ryan faced bad news.

1985: General Hospital's Anna set up a "game" with Robin.

1988: Days of our Lives' Eve was a cover girl. 2000: All My

Children's Leo & Greelee were stuck in an elevator."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

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1972: On Another World, Peggy (Micki Grant) was too tired to get into an argument with Linda (Vera Moore) over Ray and Zack (Terry Alexander).

1979: On As the World Turns, Nancy (Helen Wagner) told Bob (Don Hastings) she was worried about Penny, while Sheila kissed Tom (Tom Tammi).

1984: On Ryan's Hope,...

1940: Portia Faces Life premiered on CBS Radio.

1980: Edge of Night's Clown Puppet killer claimed its first victim.

1991: Y&R's David died in a trash compactor.

1997: One Life to Live's Tea fell out a window."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

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1940: Radio soap opera Portia Faces Life debuted on CBS, sponsored by General Foods during its entire run on radio. The series had premiered early in 1940 on radio station Wnac in Boston, then moved to Wls in Chicago, Krld in Dallas, Kgw in Portland and Kfi in Los Angeles before moving to the CBS network.

1981: Gh's Robert tried to steal the formula from Victor.

1984: Eileen Fulton returned to As the World Turns as Lisa.

1992: Atwt's Margo was raped.

2007: Passions' Sheridan decided to electrocute Theresa."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

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1922: Schenectady, New York radio station Wgy aired a staged dramatic play for the first time. This tryout was a hit which led to weekly studio broadcasts of full-length stage plays.

1971: On The Guiding Light, Ken tried to intervene in an argument between his mother, Barbara (Barbara Berjer), and 18-year-old sister, Holly (Lynn Deerfield).

1978: On Another World,...

1981: Another World's Hanna and Lenny held Jamie at gunpoint.

1986: As the World Turns celebrated patriarch Chris Hughes.

1992: Reba McEntire guest-starred on One Life to Live.

1997: Oltl's Patrick threatened Todd with a pitchfork."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

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1933: The Romance of Helen Trent premiered regionally in Chicago. The show began airing on the CBS Radio network that October and remained on the air until June 24, 1960. During its 27-year run, three actresses played Helen--Virginia Clark and Betty Ruth Smith in Chicago, and later Julie Stevens in New York. The Romance of Helen Trent had a...

1966: Dark Shadows' Roger crashed due to a missing bleeder valve.

1985: John Aniston debuted as Victor on Days of our Lives.

1990: General Hospital's Wendy was murdered.

2010: Scott Clifton debuted as Liam on Bold and the Beautiful."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1940: The first episode of radio soap opera The Carters of Elm Street, written by Mona Kent, aired on the Mutual Network.

1966: On Another World,...

1986: Another World's Cecile faced the guillotine.

1986: Santa Barbara's Mary died after a "C" fell on her.

1989: Guiding Light's Reva was rowed to her wedding.

2008: The Bold and the Beautiful's Bridget and Nick married."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1965: On Another World, John Randolph (Michael M. Ryan) persuaded his daughter, Lee (Gaye Huston), that going home after her battle with virus pneumonia would be alright.

1976: Ryan's Hope's Delia talked her way around Frank's suspicions.

1999: Passions premiered on NBC.

2001: As the World Turns' Simon found Katie on an island.

2002: Stephanie Gatschet debuted as Tammy on Guiding Light."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1966: On The Guiding Light, Bert Bauer (Charita Bauer) met Leslie Jackson (Lynne Adams).

1966: New head writer William J. Bell's first Days of our Lives script aired.

1952: The Guiding Light premiered on CBS television

after 15 years on the radio."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1952: Popular CBS radio soap opera The Guiding Light, on the air since 1937 (originally on NBC Radio), made its television debut on CBS-tv. The original television cast included Theo Goetz, Jone Allison, Lyle Sudrow, Charita Bauer and Helen Wagner. In the episode, Meta lamented to her sister Trudy that she...

1986: Another World's Cass heard Cecile plotting against Kathleen.

1997: Port Charles' Lucy was grabbed while looking for Serena.

2002: As the World Turns' Jack punched Craig.

2013: All My Children's David found Cassandra."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1932: CBS Radio soap opera Judy and Jane aired for the final time. Four months later, it was picked up by NBC Radio. After it was canceled from radio...

1969: Peyton Place series finale aired on ABC.

1988: Days of our Lives' Kim had to say goodbye to Shane.

1995: One Life to Live's Bo and Nora were married.

1997: Port Charles' Scott was desperate to find Serena."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1969: The 514th and final episode of primetime soap opera Peyton Place aired on ABC.

Norman and Rita arrived at Dr. Rossi's hearing,...

1985: General Hospital's Anna remembered the past.

1985: Dynasty's Moldavian Massacre.

1987: Days of our Lives' Andrew was baptized.

2012: Days' Will came out to his parents."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1964: On Another World, Pat (Susan Trustman) begged Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) to dip into her savings account to loan her enough money to buy a new bathing suit.

1967: On Days of our Lives, Susan...

1964: Another World premiered.

1982: Dynasty's Cecil died while making love with Alexis.

1984: Guiding Light's "Dreaming Death" virus killed Lesley Ann.

1987: Days of our Lives' Kim and Shane were married."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1943: On Vic and Sade, Chuck Brainfeeble visited Sade with a gross of "Little Leather Ringmasters." He proposed to use them to repay his $40 debt to Vic, and wouldn't take "no" for an answer.

1978: Ryan's Hope's Pat called Delia on her miscarriage deception.

1987: Days of our Lives' Patch made chili.

2007: All My Children's Zoe performed.

2009: Drew Garrett debuted as Michael on Gh."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

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1959: NBC Radio soap The Woman in My House aired its final episode after an eight year run. One Man's Family creator Carlton E. Morse produced Wimh about the Carter family of Miami.

1966: David found Victoria on Dark Shadows but left

without helping her. 1982: Holly's preliminary hearing got

underway on Gh. 1988: Gl's Ben wanted to know if "Aunt Mo" was

his new mommy. 1999: AMC's Alex had big news for David."History is a vast early warning system."

― Norman Cousins

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1964: On Another World, on the night before Pat Matthews' (Susan Trustman) murder trial was to begin, she still refused to take the truth serum despite a last-minute plea from her father, Jim (Shepperd Strudwick).

1966: On Dark Shadows, David Collins (David Henesy) discovered Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) in the secret room...

1975: Delia took action to save her marriage on Ryan's Hope.

1979: Deer hunters shot at Deborah on The Edge of Night.

1985: Santa Barbara's Lionel (Don Stewart) apologized to Brick.

2006: One Life to Live's Blair worried about her baby."History is a vast early warning system."

― Norman Cousins

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1946: DuMont Television Network aired the final episode of the first network TV soap opera, Faraway Hill. The show, created by David P. Lewis, premiered two and a half months earlier on October 2nd.

1967: On The Doctors, when Dr. Matt Powers (James Pritchett) told Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) that she had...

Following the horror juggernaut that was Halloween (1978), major studios were very interested to hop in bed with stalk and slay splatterfests. When the Paramount distributed Friday the 13th (1980) looked to be muy lucrative, the big boys jumped hard on the mattress to see how much coin they could dislodge. MGM was no different, and made their claim with He Knows You’re Alone (1980), a film that ultimately survived the dog pile with winning characterizations over slavish Carpenter imitations.

Filmed in December of ’79 on Staten Island and released at the end of summer, He Knows You’re Alone made nearly $ 5 million for MGM against a meager $ 250,000 budget. A tidy profit to be sure, but it was recognized by most critics (and horror fans alike) as a messy pastiche of everything that worked about Halloween but operating with a lot less wattage. I think that’s only partially true – He Knows actually manages to create memorable characters,...