It's one sad departure after another for All My Children fans. First, Ruth Warrick's passing and now two long-time favorites have quit.

As the World Turns Keith (Kin Shriner) is a man from Julia's past, beginning February 3.

Days of Our Lives Craig (Kevin Spirtas) returns for a few shows in late February. Georgia (Rachel Melvin), Bo and Billie's daughter began January 24. Clara (Olivia Crocicchia) is a patient at a clinic February 8. Dr. Weiss (Robert Farrior) works at the clinic, February 8. A Marine (Fred Levi) appears February 14.

General Hospital Rachel (Amy Grabow) is from Steven's past, beginning February 7.

Guiding Light A Sebastian look-alike (Armand Anthony) appears February 1. Soon after, our Sebastian (Doug Hutchison) reappears.

One Life to Live Agent Morrow (David Wagner) comes back on the scene next week.

Passions Blair Garner, the disc jockey "appears" February 7 and 8. A church assistant (Glenda Morgan Brown) is in February 10.

Young & the Restless Dr. Woods (Melendy Britt) works with Kevin February 16.

NEWS & RUMORS

More upsetting All My Children news: Eden Riegel (Bianca) is leaving. I first heard this a month ago, but couldn't find any confirmation until this week because it's finally been confirmed by ABC. But the big question: Why? She feels it's time for her to see what else is out there. If that's not bad enough for you, how about that Elizabeth Hendrickson (Maggie) is leaving too? Their last airdate is February 24; so the characters are probably headed off to their happily ever after.

Over at As the World Turns, Agim Kaba (Aaron) is leaving. No word yet on when his last day is or if they'll be a recast. Rumors are swirling that Jessica Dunphy (Alison) is leaving but, so far, it's only a rumor.

Alison Sweeney (Sami, Days of Our Lives) may be leaving early this month for maternity leave, but Sami won't be off the Salem radar. God bless pre-taping.

Speaking of Days, love the music featured on the show? Pick up their soundtrack, Love Songs at varesesarabande.com. Featured are, among others, Peter Reckell (Bo), Arianne Zuker (Nicole) and Nadia Bjorlin (Chloe).

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All My Children Jamie defends Babe to Bianca. Maggie sees the light. Ryan deals with some devastating news.

As the World Turns Emily and Paul come up with a new scheme to get Barbara to confess. Rafi gets a surprise visitor. Sierra and Dusty go for a roll in the mud.

Days of Our Lives Belle lets Philip in on her real feelings. Chloe learns that her surgery may not yield the results she had in mind. Jack begins his journey home.

General Hospital Kristina's kidnapper is revealed. Skye gets alarming news. Courtney is accused of murder.

Guiding Light Coop pushes Lizzie to the edge. Cassie and Dinah have an unpleasant encounter.

One Life to Live Both Jessica and Natalie's worlds are destroyed. Cristian learns his fate. Todd realizes he has to give in to Margaret's demands.

Passions Eve betrays Whitney. Katherine makes a difficult decision and begins her plan. Beth lures Sheridan to the basement in an attempt to kill her.

Young & the Restless Sharon clashes with Nick over work. Neil and Malcolm attempt to rescue Devon. J.T. and Colleen make a decision about their relationship.

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SPOTLIGHT ON...Silvana Arias (Paloma Lopez-Fitzgerald, Passions) silvanaarias.com

Silvana was born and raised in Lima, Peru, and was destined to follow in her father's footsteps. He's a classical theater actor. While a teenager, Silvana starred in Peru's popular telenovela (soap), Maria Emilia as Susanita Pena. She graduated from fashion design college in Peru. She was offered the role of Jimena Arismendi on the telenovela Gata Salvaje, so she and her family moved to Miami. Once there, she also landed roles on Pobre Diabla, Soledad and Karen Sisco before landing the role of Coni on Amor Descarado. To audition for the role of Paloma on Passions, she had to relocate to Los Angeles.

Silvana is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English. In her free time, she devours material on her second love, fashion and enjoys going to American movies.

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