A little while ago came the news that Adrian Bellani (Miguel) wouldn't return to Passions when the show moves to DirecTV in September. To help you keep track of who's staying (and who's not), I thought I'd give you the cast list.

• Dylan Fergus (Noah Bennett)
• Emily Harper (Fancy Crane)
• Lindsay Hartley (Theresa Lopez-Fitzgerald)
• Liza Huber (Gwen Hotchkiss)
• James Hyde (Sam Bennett)
• Eric Martsolf (Ethan Winthrop)
• Ben Masters (Julian Crane)
• Juliet Mills (Tabitha Lenox)
• Heidi Mueller (Kay Bennett)
• Tracey Ross (Eve Russell)
• Eva Tamargo (Pilar Lopez-Fitzgerald)
• Kim Johnston Ulrich (Ivy Winthrop)
• McKenzie Westmore (Sheridan Crane)
 * Nicole Cox (Endora Lenox) and Andrea Evans (Rebecca Hotchkiss) on a recurring basis

The stars NOT returning:

Adrian Bellani (Miguel Lopez-Fitzgerald), Silvana Arias (Paloma Lopez-Fitzgerald), James Stevenson (Jared Casey) and Mark Cameron Wystrach (Fox Crane).

Initially it was reported that Galen Gering (Luis Lopez-Fitzgerald) had agreed to continue on, the actor might exit after all. Published reports say that Brian Frons, president, Daytime, Disney-ABC Television Group, offered Gering a job. Gering has expressed his desire to remain in Los Angeles - so the job offer would seemingly have to be for ABC's LA-based soap, General Hospital. Officially, a show spokesperson states that Gering will be a part of the Passions cast in September.

SPOILER ALERT: In case you haven't heard, for those of you looking forward to One Life to Live's 10,000th episode, it won't be much of a celebration. Remember all those stars that were coming back? They're all coming back to celebrate Asa. Asa's life. They're killing off his character. Earlier this year, Phil Carey (Asa) and ABC weren't able to agree on Phil's future with the show. (They wanted him to drop to recurring status, while he wanted to remain on contract.) Without any fuss, Asa has been gone since April 26th, after 28 years with the show! 

All My Children As children tend to do, young Spike is growing up. Spike was being played by twins Ava and Julia Farrar. The girls themselves are growing up too and are becoming too pretty. So Spike will be played by Alexander, Benjamin and Caleb Eckstein. (Isn't it funny that baby boys are played by girls and vice versa?)

As the World Turns Yancy Butler (Witchblade, Brooklyn South, top right) plays Ava, a girl from JJ and Julia's past, beginning July 19. Wade Mylius will star as Silas starting July 23.

Days of Our Lives Jerry Springer (yes, that Jerry Springer) guests as Las Vegas high-roller Pete July 27.

One Life to Live John Brotherton begins as Jared August 21.

Young & the Restless Marsh Mokhtari will recur as Carson.

THIS WEEK

All My Children Zach and Kendall face their greatest fear. Greenlee's actions have tragic consequences. Ryan warns Greenlee to stay away from his family.

As the World Turns JJ's life is put in danger. Meg confronts Craig's test. Barbara gets shocking news.

Bold & the Beautiful Brooke and Nick make a decision. Ridge and Ashley grow closer. Rick confesses the truth.

Days of Our Lives The real Tony reunites with Anna. Nick decides if he's ready to marry. Shawn and Belle discuss the future.

General Hospital Patrick and Robin are astounded by Anna's behavior. Carly goes toe to toe with Sam, who intends to tell the whole truth.

Guiding Light Alex and Cyrus prepare for an unusual celebration. Marina's heart is broken again. Harley is victimized in Alan's latest stunt.

One Life to Live Tate summons Adriana to the Palace. Marty's memory of Spencer's murder comes back.

Passions Kay and Miguel make love. Norma and Edna come to terms. Luis accepts Fancy's proposal.

Young & the Restless Brad and Logan cannot escape each other. Cane learns Amber's truth. Someone is kidnapped.

SPOTLIGHT ON...Bonnie Dennison (Susan "Daisy" Lemay, Guiding Light)

Bonnie joined Guiding Light in November 2006 as Susan, Harley's mischievous daughter.

Born in New York City, she was cast on Reading Rainbow at an early age. She soon added appearances on Law & Order and Third Watch. Bonnie has also starred in the films Black Irish and Love/Death/Cobain.

Bonnie is currently still in high school, a senior, dividing her time between GL, studying and her passion, baking. Her birthday is February 15.

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