It's been another interesting week at One Life to Live. A weeks ago it was announced that Phil Carey (Asa) turned down the show's offer to be dropped to recurring. Well, Phil wasn't the only cast member to be up for a new contract. Both Trevor St. John (Todd) and Renee Elise Goldsberry (Evangeline) are  as well. Rumors were running rampant that Trevor St. John would be leaving and that the original Todd (Roger Howarth, now Paul, As the World Turns) would be returning, as his contract is up at ATWT. In a surprise twist though, Trevor and OLTL came to an agreement; but that's not the end of the story. Other sources have leaked that Renee has "asked for the moon" and OLTL is refusing her demands. It now seems as if Trevor has changed his mind because (according to speculation) he is annoyed that the show is refusing to comply with Renee. A spokesperson for Trevor says that it isn't true; Trevor is concerned about his own contract and isn't trying to interfere with Renee's. However, we can expect Evangeline to slip into a coma until her contract issue is resolved. Yes, the writers are scripting her exit, just in case. As for those rumors about Roger returning as Todd, they haven't died yet. Even if Roger doesn't return as Todd, OLTL may have another role in mind for him.

There are stars, however, that have won their contract wars: Joshua Morrow (Nick, Young & the Restless) for five years; Gina Tognoni (Dinah, Guiding Light); Thorston Kaye (Zach, All My Children) and Vincent Irizarry (David, Young & the Restless) is staying for at least another 13 weeks.

In other news, the cast of General Hospital: Night Shift has been announced:

Adrian Alvarado (Cruz Rodriquez)

Bradford Anderson (Damian Spinelli)

Julie Marie Berman (Lulu Spencer)

Wendy Braun (Ms. Sneed)

Steve Burton (Jason Morgan)

Derk Cheetwood (Max Giambetti)

Josh Duhon (Logan Hayes)

Sonya Eddy (Epiphany Johnson)

Kiko Ellsworth (Stan Johnson)

Richard Gant (Russell Ford)

Jason Gerhardt (Coop Barrett)

Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth Spencer)

Kent King (Lainey Winters)

Lindze Letherman (Georgie Jones)

Natalia Livingston (Emily Quartermaine)

Kimberly McCullough (Robin Scorpio)

Minae Noji (Kelly Lee)

Jason Thompson (Patrick Drake)

Kirsten Storms (Maxie Jones)

Billy Dee Williams (as the newly created Toussaint)

Production on the one-hour original scripted series begins on Friday, April 20th. The show will premiere in July on SOAPnet.

All My Children Dancing with the Stars' Louis van Amstel cameos April 25 when Ryan and Annie take dancing lessons for their upcoming wedding.

As the World Turns Maternity leave is over for Maura West; so expect Carly back later this month or early next. Jake Silbermann will air as Noah, Luke's love interest beginning May 31.

Bold & the Beautiful American Idol 4's Constantine Maroulis will play a love interest for Phoebe this summer.

Days of Our Lives Stephanie is back April 20 -- reincarnated with Miss Teen USA 2004 Shelley Hennig's face.

Guiding Light John Fiore and Salerno return April 11.

One Life to Live Randolph Mantooth debuts as Kirk, Tate's father, May 14.

Passions The maternity leave is over for Daphnee Duplaix Samuel; she'll be back as Valerie April 16.

Young & the Restless Billy Warlock debuts as Ben, Jack's campaign manager, May 7.

OUT

As the World Turns Zach Roerig has decided to pursue other projects outside of daytime, so he and Casey are out at the end of this month.

THIS WEEK

All My Children JR refuses to give in to Adam's manipulations. Zach won't allow his father to get away with murder. Babe jumps to the wrong conclusion about Josh.

As the World Turns Faith's illness causes Holden to break down. Lily makes a huge sacrifice for her family. Jade's plan to separate Gwen and Will begins.

Bold & the Beautiful Taylor shares the results of her pregnancy test with Nick, who sets a wedding date. Tempers and fists fly over Phoebe.

Days of Our Lives Steve pushes the limits at the hospital. EJ leaves town for personal reasons. Chelsea flirts with Max.

General Hospital Carly makes it clear that she's moving on. Jason struggles to keep his secret. Tracy joins forces with Scott.

Guiding Light Rick puts his foot down. Marina gets caught in the crossfire. Vanessa throws Matt out.

One Life to Live Jessica faces a furious Antonio. Rex fears Todd is getting closer to the truth. Evangeline is shocked to learn Blair is in Chicago.

Passions Chris packs it in. Noah and Paloma consummate their love. Whitney exposes Vincent.

Young & the Restless Victoria confronts Brad about the affair. Nikki gets a campaign manager. Ji Men and Jill kiss.

SPOTLIGHT ON...Van Hansis (Luke Snyder, As the World Turns) www.vanhansis.net (a fan page)

Van joined As the World Turns in December 2005, taking over the role of Luke.

Just prior to joining the show, he received his BFA in Acting from the School of Drama at Carnegie Mellon University. he has worked professionally at the Williamstown Theatre Festival in Massachusetts in productions of On the Razzle, Twelfth Night and The Indian Wants the Bronx.

Originally from Greenfield, Massachusetts, Van has traveled extensively, having studied acting in Moscow while attending Carnegie Mellon. As a child, he has visited various Latin American countries. For his role, Van has moved to New York City and is learning to cook.

His birthday is September 25.

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