Soap Opera Comings and Goings for the week of July 27-31, 2026, brings another busy week across daytime television. From long-awaited returns and familiar guest stars to new faces and notable exits, every major soap has something happening.
Daytime TV is seeing a lot of changes across Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless.
Whether you’re following the drama in Port Charles, Salem, Fairmont Crest, Genoa City, or Los Angeles, here’s a complete look at who’s coming, who’s leaving, and the casting updates you need to know this week.
Key Takeaways
- Beyond the Gates welcomes back several familiar faces, including Ashley Jones, Jordi Vilasuso, Greg Vaughan, and Cady McClain.
- Days of Our Lives features more returns, including Rachel Black, Rita, and dual appearances from Stacy Haiduk.
- General Hospital sees returning favorites, Kelly Kruger’s debut as Serena Baldwin, and multiple departures from Port Charles.
- The Bold and the Beautiful brings back Dr. Li Finnegan alongside several returning guest stars.
- The Young and the Restless welcomes back Abby Winters.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Timeca M. Seretti pops back in as Anastasia Belleclaire. The famous gossiper is back as she and Congressman Martin Richardson clash in Monday’s episode.
- Meanwhile, Nick Hagelin recently made his debut as Noah Rollins, Kial’s son. Look for him to appear in a couple of this week’s episodes.
- That being said, one of his first screen partners, Angela Fairley, is also back for more scenes as Deanna McBride.
- Cady McClain reprises her role as Pamela Curtis, who drops some big career news on her bestie Dani.
- Ashley Jones is recurring in the role of Heather Armstrong. Look for her to continue making appearances this week.
- Jordi Vilasuso is back as Grayson Perez. He and Ashley are about to upgrade their relationship status.
- Meanwhile, Greg Vaughan reprises his role as Kial Rollins. Kial is on for a number of moments this week.
- Also locking in more appearances is Ernestine Johnson, who is on as Shanice.
- Maurice P. Kerry locks in more scenes as Randy Parker.
Comings for Days of Our Lives the Week of July 27
- Michael Ocampo is back for more scenes as Gus.
- Actor Nat Anglin is set to make an appearance on the show! A Boston native now based in Los Angeles, Anglin is a multi-talented actor, screenwriter, and recording artist known for bringing grounded, intense energy to his roles. Viewers might recognize him from his appearance on FX’s American Horror Story, as well as major national commercial spots for brands like Amazon and Uber Eats.
- Meanwhile, Maggie Carney is back as Rita and shares more scenes with EJ.
- Lorelei Olivia Mote pops back in as Rachel Black.
- Stacy Haiduk continues her dual daytime duties this time with appearances both as Kristen DiMera and Susan Banks on the Peacock soap opera.
- Joseph Ihlenfeldt and Jordan Perdue pop back in as baby Trey.
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- James Patrick Stuart is locking in some more appearances as Valentin Cassadine. This week he tries to make a trade with Jack Brennan.
- Kayden Brenna Tokarski is the new Scout Cain. She made her debut on Monday, July 20.
- Finn Carr is onscreen this week as Rocco Falconeri.
- Paige Herschell locks in some more airtime as Jacinda Bracken.
- Kelly Kruger has taken over the role of Serena Baldwin. Her first appearance is set for July 30 when Serena returns to Port Charles.
- Asher Antonyzyn is also back this week as Danny Morgan.
Who is Leaving General Hospital?
- General Hospital caught viewers completely off guard by writing out an entire family! Since Kirsten Storms is not returning to the canvas as Maxie Jones right now, the show had to quickly figure out how to handle her absence on-screen. Their solution? Sending the whole clan packing! During recent episodes, it was revealed that Maxie, James, Georgie, and Spinelli all left Port Charles together to head to Australia.
- Easton Winn, who filmed in temporarily for Gary James Fuller as James has wrapped his brief stint on the show.
- Nathan Dean, who returned to GH in April as Ethan Lovett, is apparently off contract according to the show’s closing credits.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- Naomi Matsuda returns as Dr. Li Finnegan on Friday, July 31. In that same episode, Li offers a listening ear to Sheila Carter.
- Meanwhile, Theodora Greece returns as Alison on Monday, July 27.
- Sissy Sheridan returns as Jessica on Tuesday, July 28 and Wednesday, July 29.
Who’s Coming to The Young and the Restless?
- Melissa Ordway is back this week as Abby Winters. Look for her to confide in Daniel.
Which Return Has You the Most Excited?
This week’s casting news proves there’s plenty happening beyond the storylines themselves. With returning favorites, fresh faces, and a few surprising departures, every daytime soap has something worth keeping an eye on as the week unfolds.
Be sure to check back for more casting updates, breaking soap news, and weekly spoilers from all five daytime dramas.
Which return are you most excited to see this week, and was there a departure that caught you by surprise? Let us know in the comments!
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