All My Children Eden Riegel returns as Bianca October
11. I know we've been here and done this three times already but this time
Eden has been offered a contract role. Other details surrounding the return
(how long? why?) are being held under lock-and-key.
As the World Turns Martha Byrne's leave is over; she
returns as Lily September 29.
Guiding Light The Late Show with David Letterman's
Bob Borden returns as a deliveryman August 25. Gil Rogers reprises his role of
Hawk, August 24.
Young & the Restless Natalia Nogulich plays Judge
Anabelle Bouliane August 28.
OUTS
All My Children In a surprising announcement, fan
favorite Michael B. Jordan (Reggie, right) has been let go. Michael has
not been seen since June 5. But don't look for Reggie to return for Michael's
exit; there won't be one. The show is simply planning to keep Reggie
off-screen and there are no recasts planned.
Bold & the Beautiful Ronn
Moss is scheduled to tour Australia from August 24 to September 10. What of
Ridge? The show has made no announcements.
Days of Our Lives November
Sweeps are expected to swallow up Christie Clark (Carrie) and Austin Peck
(Austin). We're not sure if they're out because of the budget cuts at the soap
or because they don't fit with new head writer Hogan Sheffer's plans.
One Life to Live In another
surprising move, fans will be stunned to learn that fan favorite Dan Gauthier
(the 11th Kevin) has been let go. This is not a knock against Dan, focus
groups did not have a favorable opinion of the character. (????) Dan will air
through November Sweeps and an exact final airdate hasn't been released.
THIS WEEK
All My Children Things get even
worse for Dixie and Zach. JR challenges Tad to do the right thing. Ryan makes
a shocking confession.
As the World Turns Maddie comes
face-to-face with the stalker. Meg accepts Paul's proposal. Luke attempts a
daring rescue.
Bold & the Beautiful Harry surprises Nick on the
Shady Marlin. Taylor has devastating news for Hector. Brooke has difficulty
concealing her jealousy.
Days of Our Lives A mysterious
phone call has Sami terrified. Tek sees a mysterious figure lurking in the
shadows. Eve is murdered.
General Hospital Sonny gets
unsettling news. Carly gets a surprise. Lulu struggles with her life-altering
decision.
Guiding Light Reva and Cassie go
head-to-head over Josh. Olivia unleashes her wrath on Ava. Dinah is asked to
do a favor for Jeffrey.
One Life to Live Blair begs Todd
to go along with the plan. Spencer's world comes crashing down. Dorian and Rex
join forces.
Passions Fox jumps through hoops
for Kay and Endora. Ethan slides into Theresa's bed. Luis gets physical with
Spike.
Young & the Restless Gloria
and Michael battle Jack and Ashley in court over John's will. Nick and Phyllis
have news for Noah.
SPOTLIGHT ON...Justin Deas (Frank
"Buzz" Cooper, Sr., Guiding Light)
Six-time Emmy winner Justin Deas has
been portraying Frank "Buzz" Cooper since February 1993. His daytime
career began as Bucky on Ryan's Hope. His first Emmy was as Tom on As
the World Turns in 1984. The next two for Keith on Santa Barbara in
1988 and 1989. The last three are for Buzz in 1994, 1995 and 1997.
Due to his father's travels, Justin
grew up all over the Eastern seaboard, as well as spending time in Mexico City
and Teheran. He attended William and Mary College and received the bulk of his
theatrical training at John Houseman's advanced class at the Juilliard School
in New York City.
His wide range of Shakespearean roles
include the Duke from Measure for Measure, Mercutio in Romeo and
Juliet, Brutus in Julius Caesar and the title role of Hamlet,
as well as roles in A Comedy of Errors and The Tempest. His
other stage roles include Kenickie in Grease, the lead role in Streamers,
parts in The November People, Porno Stars at Home and Crimes
of the Heart.
Justin was born March 30 in
Connellsville, Pennsylvania. He is married to actress Margaret Colin and has
two sons.
