Daytime television is kicking off August with another busy week of casting changes. Soap opera comings and goings for the week of August 3 reveal that familiar faces are returning to their respective soaps, new characters are arriving to shake things up, and a few fan favorites are saying goodbye—for now.
From Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless, here’s every major casting update you need to know for the week of August 3-7, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Beyond the Gates welcomes back Ashley Jones, Greg Vaughan, Robert Christopher Riley, Nick Hagelin, and several recurring favorites.
- Days of Our Lives sees the return of Peter Porte, Lorelei Olivia Mote, and more appearances from Stacy Haiduk.
- General Hospital introduces contract newcomer Troy Lennon Appel while saying goodbye to two Ethan Lovett actors.
- The Bold and the Beautiful brings back Naomi Matsuda as Dr. Li Finnegan.
- The Young and the Restless features the return of Michael Damian, Lauralee Bell, Melissa Ordway, Camryn Grimes, and Christian LeBlanc while two characters head off-screen.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Jaden Lucas Miller is back as Tyrell-Richardson Smith. The young man clashes with his dad this week about what his future should look like.
- After a while off the canvas, recurring star Robert Christopher Riley is back as Dr. Carlton Fitzgerald. Expect a spark of jealousy from the doctor when Nicole turns down his offer for comfort, only for him to spot her wrapped in Kial’s arms instead.
- Speaking of Kial, Greg Vaughan is also on hand for another round of scenes as Dr. Rollins.
- His son is also back on the canvas this week. Expect to see more of Nick Hagelin as Noah Rollins, whom Leslie gets to know a little better.
- Meanwhile, Maurice P. Kerry’s Randy Parker is catching a few eyes. Kat keeps a watchful eye on him, while he and Mona take some time to catch up.
- Plus, fan-favorite Karan Kendrick pops back in this week.
- And another recurring star, Ellie Wang, returns as Caroline.
- Finally, Ashley Jones continues to enjoy a bit more airtime as Heather Armstrong.
Comings for Days of Our Lives the Week of August 3
- After months off the canvas, Peter Porte is back as Dimitri von Leuschner—and it looks like he finally gains the upper hand against Gwen.
- Meanwhile, Maggie Carney returns as Rita, the faithful DiMera staffer who stands right by EJ’s side as he executes his latest plans.
- Nat Anglin, who popped up last week as a DiMera henchman, returns just as EJ makes a shocking discovery inside the container.
- Elsewhere, Lorelei Olivia Mote pops back in as little Rachel Black.
- And Stacy Haiduk continues her double duty on the Peacock soap opera with appearances as both Kristen DiMera and Susan Banks.
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- Troy Lennon Appel has made his long-awaited debut at the tail end of the Thursday, July 30 installment. he is playing a mysterious man named Hudson who clearly has ties to Ethan Lovett. Appel is on contract per the closing credits.
- Asher Antonyzyn is back again this week. The teen thespian locks in more airtime as Danny Morgan.
- Plus, James Patrick Stuart gets more scenes as Valentin Cassadine. His week kicks off at the Metro Court, where he continues his date with Carly and then comes face to face with Anna, who just witnessed him kissing the blonde.
- With her daughter back in town, it means we will be seeing some more of Lucy Coe. Portrayer Lynn Herring pops back in for more scenes.
- Paige Herschell pops back in as Jacinda Bracken. While she was mentioned in last week’s spoilers, the scenes did not air. Expect to see her this week when Michael questions her.
- Wes Ramsey is making good of his GH airtime. The actor pops back in as Peter August, who continues to haunt Anna in Monday’s episode.
- As Curtis’ trial kicks off, expect his family to be on hand. That means some more Robert Gossett scenes as Marshall Ashford.
- On top of that, Vernee Watson will be back as Stella Henry.
Who is Leaving General Hospital?
- On the exit front, two actors have left the building. Nathan Dean, who returned earlier this year for a story arc as the popular Ethan Lovett, is officially OUT. Fans first suspected something was up when his name was absent from the contract cast list during last Friday’s closing credits.
- That being said, his replacement, Christian Howard—who made his GH and daytime debut this week—has already wrapped his run. Howard’s Ethan packed his bags and exited Port Charles on the Friday, July 31 installment.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- Naomi Matsuda returns as Dr. Li Finnegan. You will see her on Monday, August 3 and on Friday, August 7. In Monday’s episode, Finn seeks some advice from his mom.
- Meanwhile, Delon de Metz locks in some more screentime as Zende Forrester Dominguez. He will air on Wednesday, August 5.
- Lonnie Henderson appears as Lonnie, a stylist for Forrester Creations, who will be seen on Tuesday, August 4.
Who’s Coming to The Young and the Restless?
- Michael Damian returns this week as Danny Romalotti, and he brings some surprising news for his wife, Christine (aka Cricket).
- Naturally, Lauralee Bell is also back on scene as Christine to hear Danny’s big announcement firsthand.
- Finally! Camryn Grimes makes her return as Mariah Copeland. Mariah gives Sharon a big surprise on Monday’s episode when she comes home to announce that she, Tessa, and Aria are happily reunited following her stay at the medical facility.
- Meanwhile, Melissa Ordway steps back into the fold as Abby Winters. Look for her at the Newman Ranch, helping celebrate her father and stepmother.
- Plus, Christian LeBlanc is back as Michael Baldwin—could he be the one officiating or overseeing things when Victor and Nikki reaffirm their love?
- Jade Harlow is set to make her debut in the recurring role of Marie Kirkland, beginning Monday, August 10.
- Behind the scenes, The Young and the Restless has officially named its new writing team. Emmy Award winners Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor have been tapped as co-head writers and officially report for duty this week. Expect to see their material hit the screen in the coming months.
Who is leaving The Young and the Restless?
- On the exit front, it looks like we may be saying goodbye to two fan favorites—at least for now. Noah revealed that he and Sienna are heading back to LA to put some distance between themselves and Matt Clark. That means Tamara Braun and Lucas Adams will be off-screen as Sienna and Noah, respectively. Stay tuned for updates if their status changes!
The first week of August brings plenty of movement across daytime television, with returning fan favorites, exciting new additions, and several notable departures. While General Hospital introduces a major new contract player, Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless all welcome back familiar faces to keep longtime viewers invested.
As always, casting changes can evolve quickly, so fans should stay tuned for additional updates as more appearances and exits are confirmed throughout the month.
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