Soap Opera News has the latest soap opera comings and goings for the week of December 29! This week’s news includes some major casting news for Days of Our Lives, big news for Beyond the Gates, a big return on The Young and the Restless, and more. We have all the details on who’s in and who’s out from your favorite daytime dramas.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Kenny Lattimore will appear as a special guest star in the Tuesday, December 30 episode. Fans can also look forward to seeing him perform during the New Year’s Eve celebration.
- Antoine Jackson will make an appearance on Beyond the Gates this week. The actor made his television debut on Chicago P.D., where he had a recurring role as Officer Gant.
- Kenjah McNeil is set for more airtime as Dr. Madison Montgomery.
- Jordi Vilasuso has joined the cast in a top-secret role. The Emmy Award–winning actor is well known for his work on Guiding Light, Days of Our Lives, All My Children, and, most recently, The Young and the Restless. His debut is slated for 2026.
- Ernestine Johnson is also getting more screen time as Shanice Johnson. This week, her friendship with Ted takes an unexpected turn that could change things moving forward.
Coming for Days of Our Lives the Week of December 29
- Alice Halsey receives more airtime as Rachel Black.
- Tina Huang makes her return as Melinda, and it looks like she’ll be striking a deal with Belle before long.
- Bryan Dattilo will be seen again as Lucas Horton.
- Leann Hunley is finally back as Anna DiMera, reuniting with Tony in scenes longtime fans will love.
- Thaao Penghlis gets increased airtime as Tony DiMera.
- After a two-year absence, Peter Porte makes his triumphant return as Dimitri von Leuschner. His return kicks off on January 2, 2026.
- Stacy Haiduk is once again pulling double duty onscreen, appearing as both Kristen DiMera and Susan Banks.
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- Cosette Abinante is set for more airtime as Scout Cain.
- Paige Herschell returns as Jacinda Bracken.
- Nazneen Contractor will also be seen more as Justine Turner.
- Parry Shen is slated for more scenes as Brad Cooper.
- Kirsten Storms shared an update on her health and also teased that fans may see her back in Port Charles soon. The actress previously stepped away from General Hospital after relocating from Los Angeles to Nashville and had been expected to return in early 2026.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- Sydney Bullock locks in more airtime as Dylan.
Who’s Coming to The Young and the Restless?
- Catherine Kresge will be popping back in as double agent Annie.
- Cait Fairbanks is also back in the spotlight as Tessa Porter, which is always a win for fans.
- Camryn Grimes returns as Mariah Copeland, jumping right back into the mix.
- And Ray Wise drops in again as Ian Ward, who’s clearly not done haunting Mariah anytime soon.
With so many shakeups, this week promises a lot of drama for fans. Be sure to check back next week for the latest updates on all the comings and goings from your favorite soaps!
That’s it for your soap opera comings and goings for the week of December 29. Catch all five soaps weekdays on their respective networks and streaming platforms.
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Need to Know – Latest Soap Opera Comings and Goings
Ray Wise returns as Ian Ward.
Kenny Lattimore will guest star while Antoine Jackson makes an appearance on the show.
Peter Porte makes a return as Dimitri Von Leuschner.
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