Tom McDermott, who held various significant roles at The Young and the Restless, died in March.
The show honored his legacy by showcasing a tribute card at the conclusion of the April 8th episode on CBS (and April 7th Canadian episode).
McDermott was a distinguished Stage Manager. He is also the recipient of the 2016 Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award.
In 2002, he took on the role of full-time Stage Manager for The Young and the Restless. His expertise contributed to the directing team’s success, winning Daytime Emmy Awards in both 2011 and 2019, along with numerous Emmy and DGA nominations.
Per DGA Guild News, as a DGA member since 1984, McDermott served on the Western and Eastern AD/SM/PA Councils for over three decades, notably as Council Chair from 2015 to 2017. He was also an Associate member of the National Board from 2017 to 2019 and participated in three BA/FLTTA Negotiating Committees from 2002 to 2020. His career included work on significant productions such as NBC’s Nightly News with Tom Brokaw and various high-profile events, including the Super Bowls and the Olympics.
Soap Opera News extends heartfelt condolences to the cast and crew of The Young and the Restless as well as Tom McDermott’s family and friends during this challenging time. (Photo: CBS Screenshot)
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