Soap Opera News has the latest soap opera comings and goings for the week of May 4! Major exits. This week’s news includes a recast on Days of Our Lives, a special guest star on Beyond the Gates, and more. Here are all the details on who’s in and who’s out on your favorite daytime dramas.
Who’s Coming to Beyond the Gates?
- Sunny Anderson, a Food Network Host, is set to guest star on the hit CBS daytime drama. Look for her to make an appearance in the May 8 episode when Nicole and Carlton cross paths with her at Orphey Gene’s.
- Cecelia Specht is back for more drama as Lia Garland, the Chief of Staff at Garland Memorial. This week, Kat comes to her with some important questions about Lynette Wise.
- Jordi Vilasuso locks in more scenes as Grayson Perez. This week, Lia makes a threat that chills him.
- Ernestine Johnson is back as Shanice. She and Ted will hit a rocky patch in their relationship.
- Robert Christopher Riley locks in some more scenes as Dr. Carlton Fitzgerald. While he and Nicole have a run-in with Sunny Anderson, they also take things to the bedroom.
- Maurice P. Kerry is back on the scene as Randy Parker when Joey has an urgent task for him.
Comings for Days of Our Lives the Week of May 4
- It’s official: beginning in June, the role of Javi Hernandez will be played by soap newcomer Jacob Martinez. His debut is set for June 30.
- AlexAnn Hopkins, who recently returned as Joy, is on contract. This week, she makes a decision to stick around in Salem.
- Wally Kurth is back as Justin Kiriakis. Justin is surprised to learn that his son has a daughter, but he is sure to give him the support he needs.
- Stacy Haiduk is back on the scene as Kristen DiMera in the aftermath of Sophia’s apparent death.
- As Stefano’s will-reading looms, Thaao Penghlis is back as Tony DiMera.
- And guess what? He’s not alone; alongside him is Leann Hunley, who returns as Anna DiMera.
- Shi Ne Nielson locks in more scenes as Amy Choi. She will pay Johnny DiMera a visit at the hospital after learning what her daughter did to him.
Who is Leaving Days of Our Lives?
- Michael Roark has wrapped his run as Jeremy Horton. His last airdate was April 29.
- Both Rachel Boyd and Peter Porte, who play Sophia Choi and Dimitri von Leushcner, respectively, have been taken off contract according to the show’s closing credits.
Who’s Coming to General Hospital?
- Marc Forget returns as Pascal. Pascal, who is furious with Lucas, issues a threat this week.
- Aladdin Broadway star Michael James Scott, who appeared as himself on General Hospital in a special crossover, will be back again on May 4, when he performs at The Savoy.
- James Patrick Stuart makes more appearances as Valentin Cassadine. Things really heat up when Jack Brennan discovers his secret affair with Carly.
- Anias Anozie recently made his soap opera debut with a brief appearance on GH as Derek. The young thespian shared scenes with Jens Austin Astrup’s Kai Taylor at the hospital.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
- Jennifer Gareis locks in more scenes as Donna Logan. This week, Donna voices her concerns that Katie is tearing apart their family.
Who’s Coming to The Young and the Restless?
- Gavin K. Lee will appear on the show as a cop from the GCPD when Cane Ashby is arrested.
- Lindsay Musil will appear on Y&R this week as Peggy. Musil is known for shows such as True Detective, I’m Dying Up Here, and UnREAL.
- Despite Sienna claiming that she killed Matt, Roger Howarth is slated for more screen time as Matt Clark.
- Lauralee Bell gets more airtime. She is on as Christine Blair Romalotti, who is now the DA again, and her first order of business is to have Cane arrested.
- Tracy E. Bregman is on as Lauren Baldwin. In this week’s drama, Lauren gives her pal, Phyllis, a warning.
- Stacy Haiduk is working overtime this week! On top of her Days appearances, she’ll be popping up in Genoa City to stir the pot as Patty Williams. Jack is about to set some boundaries with her.
- Tamara Braun is back as Sienna Bacall.
Who is Leaving Y&R?
- Vivica A. Fox, who returned for a story arc as Dr. Stephanie Simmons, has wrapped her return. Stephanie went back to New York to meet with Malcolm for his upcoming surgery.
With all the shakeups this week, you can expect plenty of drama and excitement. Whether you’re following Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, or The Young and the Restless, there’s something for everyone!
Be sure to check back next week for the latest soap opera comings and goings! Catch all your favorite soaps weekdays on their respective networks and streaming platforms.
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Need to Know – Latest Soap Opera Comings and Goings
Who is leaving The Young and the Restless?
Vivica A. Fox wraps her return as Stephanie.
What is the latest on Beyond the Gates?
Sunny Anderson guest stars.
Who is coming to Days of Our Lives?
Jacob Martinez debuts in June.
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