Soap Opera News has the latest soap opera comings and goings for the week of June 29.
Daytime television is welcoming back several familiar faces this week, while a few fan favorites are saying goodbye.
From long-awaited returns on General Hospital to casting changes on Days of Our Lives, a temporary recast on The Young and the Restless, and special guest appearances on The Bold and the Beautiful, there’s plenty happening behind the scenes.
Here’s your complete breakdown of who’s coming and who’s going this week.
Key Takeaways
- Steve Burton returns to General Hospital as Jason Morgan beginning July 13.
- Finola Hughes is back on contract as Anna Devane.
- Lauren Koslow debuts as temporary Jill Abbott on The Young and the Restless.
- Morgan Fairchild returns to The Bold and the Beautiful as Dottie Bright.
- Several familiar faces appear across all five daytime soaps.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Check back next week for Beyond the Gates casting updates.
Comings for Days of Our Lives the Week of June 29
- Michael Ocampo makes his second appearance on the show as Gus.
- Jacob Martinez finally debuts in the role of Javi Hernandez. His first appearance is on June 30, when he and Leo agree to avoid each other.
- Michael Ross plays George O’Halloran. Look for him to appear on Thursday, July 2, when EJ discovers that something is amiss on Smith Island.
- Meanwhile, Joseph Ihlenfeld and Jordan Perdue are back as Trey in Friday’s episode when the Carvers and Prices gather for the young one’s birthday celebration.
- Stacy Haiduk, who continues to pull double duty on Days and Y&R, gets more scenes as Kristen DiMera.
- Richard Wharton pops back in as Dr. Rolf.
- Larry Blum will be seen on the show this week as a mystery man. This is not the first time that Blum has been on Days of Our Lives. Plus, he has also made appearances on Passions.
- Plus, Alexander Elijah Bond and Autumn Gendron are back as Thomas and Charlotte.
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- After taking a brief hiatus from the show, fan favorite Steve Burton is returning as Jason Morgan. His first episode is slated for July 13.
- Finola Hughes, who is now back on the show as Anna Devane, is on contract.
- Kathleen Gati is back as Dr. Liesl Obrecht. Look for her and Joss to find some common ground.
- Meanwhile, Andrew Hawkes makes more appearances as Director Ross Cullum.
- Asher Antonyzyn pops back in as Danny Morgan, who comes to Charlotte’s rescue during a dangerous situation.
- Speaking of which, Bluesy Burke is back as Charlotte, and this week, she seeks Lulu’s help.
- Kavi Ramachandran has been playing the role of one of Anna’s doctors, Dr. Laurent.
- Michael Franklin announced on Instagram that he will be appearing in a couple of episodes of GH as Tortola.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- As the aftermath of Logan’s big announcement airs, Access Hollywood correspondent Lauren Herbert plays Linda on Monday, June 29.
- Jennifer Gareis appears as Donna Logan Forrester on Monday, June 29, and Tuesday, June 30.
- Delon DeMetz appears as Zende Forrester Dominguez on Monday, June 29, and Wednesday, July 1.
- Denise Richards appears as Shauna Fulton on Monday, June 29, and Wednesday, July 1.
- Morgan Fairchild returns as Dottie Bright on Monday, June 29.
- Jim J. Bullock returns as Joseph Beasley on Monday, June 29
- Theodora Greece returns as Alison on Friday, July 3.
- Sissy Sheridan returns as Jessica on Monday, June 29.
- Verina Banks returns as Miranda on Monday, June 29.
- Jesyka Harris plays an influencer on Monday, June 29.
- Sofia Gordon plays a photographer on Monday, June 29.
Who’s Coming to The Young and the Restless?
- Despite previous reports saying that Lauren Koslow would make her debut in the role of Jill Abbott on June 25th, there have been some inaccuracies with the date. The Days of Our Lives star, who is temporarily filling in for Jess Walton, who was unable to fly out to Los Angeles to film these episodes, finally makes her first appearance on Monday, June 29.
- Vivica A. Fox locks in more scenes as Stephanie Simmons; she is integral in tracking down Dr. Nottingham to perform eye surgery on Nikki Newman.
- Beth Maitland is back for more scenes as Traci Abbott. She and Kyle worry about Patty’s next move.
- Speaking of which, Stacy Haiduk also locks in more appearances as Patty.
- Meanwhile, Jere Burns continues his run as Dr. Laurence Markham.
Who is Leaving Young and the Restless?
- Josh Griffith, who has served as Head Writer for the last seven years, has decided to step down. He is reportedly leaving the show, and his successor has yet to be named.
Don’t Miss Next Week’s Casting News
As always, the casting carousel never stops turning in daytime television, and we’ll be keeping track of every return, exit, debut, and surprise appearance along the way.
Be sure to check back with Soap Opera News next week for another complete comings and goings roundup, plus breaking casting news as it happens.
Which return are you most excited about this week? And what do you think about Lauren Koslow stepping into the role of Jill Abbott? Let us know in the comments below!
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