The week of August 31-September 4, 2026 brings familiar and new faces back to Salem, Port Charles, Genoa City, Los Angeles, and Fairmont Crest. There is also some important casting news to keep track of.
Here’s a look at the soap comings and goings for August 31-September 4, 2026 across Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless.
Key Takeaways
- Days hosts a daddy-daughter dance, which means several of the kids are back onscreen.
- MIA DAYS star is also back on screen.
- Several of the teens are back on GH this week.
- B&B introduces Dylan’s mom, Darcy.
- Patty is back on Y&R.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Malachi Malik is back for more scenes as Elon Hawthorne. Beginning the week, Elon gives Joey the third degree, and by Thursday, he is clashing with his son.
- Jordi Vilasuso locks in more airtime as Grayson Perez. With reason to worry about his safety, look for him to turn to Jacob for help.
- Ashley Jones continues in her recurring role as Heather Armstrong. Heather stays busy—not only does she make a bold move, but she also connects with June and faces a heated standoff by Friday.
- Robert Christopher Riley is another performer locking in more airtime. He is back as Carlton, who has some stunning news for Andre. Will he tell him about his little rendezvous with Heather?
- Deanna McBride is haunted by grief, which means portrayer Angela Fairley is back this week. Not only is Deanna struggling with her loss, but she and her mom also discover something from before Doug’s death.
- Speaking of which, Jason Graham makes another appearance as Doug appears to his daughter.
- Nick Hagelin is back this week as Noah Rollins.
- Meanwhile, Jasmine Burke returns as Orphey Gene’s faithful employee, June.
- Bonita Brisker returns to the screen as Sharon.
- Maria Howell returns as Tracy.
- Maurice P. Kerry also gets more airtime as Randy Parker.
Comings for Days of Our Lives the Week of August 31
- Days of Our Lives has tapped soap vet Brytni Sarpy, known for her time on General Hospital and The Young and the Restless, for a mystery role.
- Speaking of which, Sydney Malakeh is set to make her daytime debut on the Peacock soap come September 9 in a yet-to-be-revealed role.
- Pippa Blaylock, who recently debuted as the new Charlotte DiMera, is back on screen this week.
- Salem is hosting a daddy-daughter dance, which means several of the kids are popping back up. That includes Angelica Nero as Victoria Kiriakis.
- On top of that, Lorelei Olivia Mote locks in some more airtime as Rachel Black.
- Brandon Butler—who previously appeared on the show as Zack Brady—is back in a brand-new role. Catch his debut as Mason Whitfield starting September 1.
- Suzanne Rogers, who was off-screen for a lengthy stretch due to a health issue, is finally back where she belongs as Maggie Horton.
- Expect to see a bit more of Maggie Carney as Rita Lesley.
- And last but not least, Sal Stowers is back for more scenes as Lani Price Grant.
Who is Leaving Days of Our Lives?
- With new actors now playing the roles of Thomas and Charlotte DiMera, Alexander Elijah Bond and Autumn Gendron have wrapped their stint on the show.
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- The teens are back in full swing! Kayden Brenna Tokarski locks in more airtime when she and Rocco uncover a secret.
- That means Finn Carr is also back on screen this week.
- On top of that, look for Bluesy Burke to pop back in as Charlotte Cassadine.
- Meanwhile, Asher Antonyzyn gets more airtime as Danny Morgan, who makes a confession to his dad.
- A new face is popping up in Port Charles—Geoffrey Rivas steps into the role of Alvarez, the warden at Pentonville.
- Look for some more of Nazneen Contractor as Justine Turner when Sonny pitches an idea to her.
- Plus, James Patrick Stuart is set for more scenes as Valentin Cassadine as he and Carly develop a theory.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- Naomi Matsuda returns as Dr. Li Finnegan on Monday, August 31, and Tuesday, September 1. Li kicks off the week consumed by guilt over Sheila’s latest actions.
- Meanwhile, Kelly Sullivan pops up as Darcy Dylan on Wednesday, September 2, Thursday, September 3, and Friday, September 4. Darcy rolls into town and gets filled in about Katie.
- Shannon McMullen returns as Forrester model Willow on Wednesday, September 2, and Thursday, September 3.
- Lonnie Henderson is back as Forrester stylist Lonnie on Thursday, September 3.
- Nicole Bruner appears as Forrester employee Tina on Tuesday, September 1.
- Bella Drew drops in as a Bikini patron on Wednesday, September 2, and Thursday, September 3.
- Ada Kirokiro also appears as a Bikini patron on Wednesday, September 2, and Thursday, September 3.
- Sadie Jeanne steps in as a Forrester intern on Thursday, September 3.
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.
- Plus, Stacy Haiduk is back as Patty Williams when Matt Clark pays her a visit at the prison.
Which returning soap star are you most excited to see this week? And what do you think about the latest cast additions on Days of Our Lives?
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