The week of August 24-28, 2026 brings familiar faces back to Salem, Port Charles, Genoa City, Los Angeles and Fairmont Crest. Several recurring favorites have more appearances coming, while other actors make brief returns or debut in new roles. There are also some important exits and casting news to keep track of.
Here’s a look at the soap comings and goings for August 24-28, 2026 across Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless.
Key Takeaways
- Familiar faces return across all five soaps.
- Days brings back Jack, Rolf and Bonnie, plus two new DiMera kids.
- Lexie’s death marks an emotional Days exit.
- GH has several returning favorites.
- B&B introduces Dylan’s mom, Darcy.
- Y&R brings back Marie, Stephanie and Patty.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Maurice P. Kerry locks in more appearances as Randy Parker. In the coming week, Randy has an intriguing update for Joey, but he also gets caught by Bill having a moment of laughter with his wife.
- Meanwhile, Jaden Lucas Miller pops back in as Tyrell Richardson-Smith.
- Speaking of Tyrell, June bolsters him, which means Jasmine Burke is onscreen for this.
- Karan Kendrick also pops back in as Mona, who hustles Joey.
- Robert Christopher Riley is back as Dr. Carlton Fitzgerald. Carlton has an unexpected run-in, but with who?
- On top of that, Malachi Malik is back onscreen as Elon Hawthorne, who has some disturbing news for Jacob.
Comings for Days of Our Lives the Week of August 24
- Sydney Malakeh is set to make her debut on the Peacock soap opera on September 9 in a yet-to-be-revealed role. This marks her first soap opera role.
- Meanwhile, Richard Wharton is back as Dr. Rolf. Look for EJ to confront him following his sister’s death.
- Matthew Ashford also returns as Jack Deveraux. Jack comes back to Salem and reaches out to Gwen.
- Jack is not returning alone, either! Cole Gersmeyer is set to make his debut as the new Thomas DiMera on August 25.
- Beside him, Pippa Blaylock also debuts as the new Charlotte DiMera in that same episode.
- On top of that, Judi Evans pops back in as Bonnie Kiriakis. When Alex needs some alone time with Stephanie, he drops off Kelsey with Bonnie.
Who is Leaving Days of Our Lives?
- Nikki Crawford has wrapped her run as Lexie Carver. The character died during the Friday, August 21 episode. Following her exit, Crawford shared a post on Instagram writing, “What a beautiful ride. Lexie, you challenged me, moved me, and gave me so much to carry with me. Until we meet again…“
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- Kathleen Gati is back on screen as Liesl Obrecht.
- Meanwhile, James Patrick Stuart is set for more scenes as Valentin Cassadine.
- Nazneen Contractor gets more airtime as Justine Turner, who attends an important meeting and receives a major shock.
- Rick Hearst locks in more scenes as Ric Lansing. On Tuesday, Ric jumps to the wrong conclusion.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- Sincere Cato returns as Alex on Monday, August 24.
- Kelly Sullivan makes her debut as Dylan’s mom, Darcy, on Thursday, August 27.
Who’s Coming to The Young and the Restless?
- Jade Harlow, who recurs as Marie Kirkland, is back for more scenes at the rehab facility.
- Elsewhere, Vivica A. Fox is back as Stephanie Simmons, who discusses Nate’s return to medicine with him.
- Plus, Stacy Haiduk is back as Patty Williams when Matt Clark reconnects with her.
Which returning soap star are you most excited to see this week? And what do you think about the new Thomas and Charlotte on Days?
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