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Comedian John Oliver will appear in a significant three‑episode guest stint on ABC’s General Hospital after publicly pleading to join a daytime soap; his first episode airs Thursday, with two more episodes to follow, and GH producers praise his professionalism and impact on the story.
CBS Media Ventures is taping a pilot for a daytime talk show led by Jonathan Scott (of the Property Brothers) with the working title Better! With Jonathan Scott, featuring interviews with well‑known guests and lifestyle experts, and eyed for potential syndication in Fall 2027 as part of reviving daytime talk TV.
NBCUniversal will end 'Access Hollywood' and 'Access Live' along with other daytime talk shows, winding down its first-run syndication as streaming erodes daytime viewership; production wraps this summer, while the company will continue distributing its library and stations fill hours with more local news.
CBS Media Ventures renewed The Drew Barrymore Show for two more seasons, keeping it on the air through 2028 (its seventh and eighth seasons) and upgrading several time slots in major markets; the show averages about 1.6 million viewers and continues a multiplatform strategy with two half-hour episodes plus extended digital cuts on YouTube.
Variety reports that Sherri, a daytime talk show hosted by Sherri Shepherd, is ending after four seasons; Season 4 production will continue with final episodes slated for fall, and Debmar-Mercury says the decision reflects changes in the daytime television landscape and that options for the show on other platforms are being explored.
Anthony Geary, renowned for his role as Luke Spencer on 'General Hospital' and a celebrated actor with eight Daytime Emmy awards, has died at age 78 in Amsterdam due to complications from surgery. His portrayal of Luke, especially the iconic 1981 wedding of Luke and Laura, made him a cultural icon in daytime television. Geary's career spanned over 40 years, including roles on other soap operas and stage performances, and he was known for his complex, anti-heroic character portrayal.
Anthony Geary, renowned for his role as Luke Spencer on 'General Hospital' and a key figure in daytime television, has died at age 78 in Amsterdam due to surgical complications. He was celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Luke and Laura, which became a cultural phenomenon, and earned him eight Daytime Emmy awards. Geary's career spanned over 40 years, including roles on other soap operas and stage productions, and he was known for his complex, anti-hero character portrayal.
Anthony Geary, renowned for his role as Luke Spencer on 'General Hospital' for 40 years and a record eight-time Daytime Emmy winner, has died at age 78 in the Netherlands due to complications from surgery. He was celebrated for his iconic portrayal of a complex anti-hero and his contribution to daytime television history.
Wayne Northrop, a prominent figure in daytime television, is celebrated for his significant contributions to soap operas, highlighting his enduring impact on the genre and the television industry.
Daytime TV icon Susan Lucci revealed she was approached to be The Golden Bachelorette but declined, stating it wasn't for her despite enjoying the show. Lucci, who was married for 52 years until her husband's death in 2022, was ultimately not cast, with Joan Vassos taking the role for Season 1.
CBS has announced that "The Talk" will end after its upcoming 15th season, with the final episode set to air in December. The network praised the show's impact and thanked the hosts, production team, and viewers for their contributions. The decision comes as CBS plans to develop a new daytime soap called "The Gates."
CBS is canceling its daytime show "The Talk" after 15 seasons, with the current hosting panel set to return for a shortened final season from September to December. The network is developing a new daytime soap opera, "The Gates," with a predominantly Black cast, which may replace "The Talk" in its time slot. The show's former co-hosts, including Julie Chen Moonves, Sara Gilbert, Sharon Osbourne, and Carrie Ann Inaba, were also acknowledged.
CBS is developing a new daytime soap opera titled The Gates, which will feature a predominantly Black cast and focus on the lives of a wealthy Black family in a gated community. The show will be produced in partnership with P&G Studios and written by Emmy-winning daytime veteran Michele Val Jean. This marks the first Black daytime soap opera in 35 years and aims to provide impactful representation and fresh perspectives. Despite declining ratings in the genre, CBS is breaking the streak by launching this new series, which is set to bring multi-dimensional characters and Black culture to the forefront of daytime television.
Ellen Holly, the first Black actor to play a lead role on daytime television, has passed away at the age of 92. Holly gained fame for her groundbreaking role as Carla on the soap opera "One Life to Live," where her character initially passed as white before revealing her true identity as a Black woman. She used her platform to challenge racial prejudices and promote dialogue on civil rights. After retiring from acting, Holly worked as a librarian and wrote opinion columns for The New York Times. She leaves behind a legacy as a trailblazer in the entertainment industry.
Andrea Evans, best known for her role on ABC's "One Life to Live," has passed away at the age of 66 after battling breast cancer. Evans rose to fame playing Tina Lord on the show and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1988. She also appeared in other soap operas such as "The Young and the Restless," "The Bold and the Beautiful," and "Passions." Evans recently completed work on her memoir.