THE Online Network: Ron Carlivati Stays With ONE LIFE TO LIVE; Archer, Missal, Trishcitta, VerDorn Sign On

THE Online Network (TOLN) put out a new press release on Friday with more good news for ONE LIFE TO LIVE fans. Below is a statement from "Prospect Park":

Rich Frank and Jeff Kwatinetz of TOLN have confirmed today that a deal is in place for ONE LIFE TO LIVE Emmy®-winning Head Writer and Consulting Producer Ron Carlivati, subject to a WGA agreement, to continue with the show when it moves online at the beginning of next year. Carlivati has been with the show since 1996 and a head writer since 2007.

NEWS ROUNDUP SPECIAL: National Print Media Wouldn't Wrap Fish in THE CHEW; Ratings Tumbling

It's been more than three days, and it's not just ALL MY CHILDREN aficionados who are saying that THE CHEW doesn't pass the smell test. Many major print outlets have reported on the show's debut this week. Here's a sampling of what they had to say, with links to the originals from TV Guide, Newsday, The Huffington Post, The New York Daily News, The Chicago Sun-Times, and Esquire.

TV Guide
In this culinary knockoff of The View, What Not to Wear's Clinton Kelly seemed uncomfortably shoehorned into the Whoopi Goldberg sassy-moderator role. And in case you missed the fact that "health and wellness expert" Daphne Oz is Dr. Oz's daughter the first ten times they mentioned it, the good doctor himself showed up for a "surprise" cameo to declare how proud he is of his newly little girl (she lost 25 pounds, and her weight-loss secrets were also crammed down viewers' throats).

VOTE: Daytime Soap of the Week Poll (September 26-30, 2011)

Which daytime soap opera was your favorite the week of September 26-30, 2011? ALL MY CHILDREN finished on top last week in its final chance in our poll (at least for a while). What was your favorite daytime soap this week? We added Ellen's AS THE TIDE TURNS for fun. She had new episodes every day this week.

Vote in the poll below and check back on Monday morning for the results. Voting ends at 9 a.m. ET on Monday.

NEWS ROUNDUP: ALL MY CHILDREN Vaults To #2 In Its Last Week, PLAYBOY CLUB Not Getting Canceled

Ratings: ALL MY CHILDREN Finishes #2 In Its Final Week
Friday's AMC finale was watched by 3.475 million viewers according to Nielsen. If you'll recall, we posted a huge news roundup Friday showing viewing parties all over the country so it seems obvious more people watched than were counted.

Thursday Night Ratings: GREY'S ANATOMY, PRIVATE PRACTICE, VAMPIRE DIARIES, SECRET CIRCLE

In preliminary numbers from Thursday night, GREY'S ANATOMY dropped to a 3.5 adults 18-49 rating, down 15% from last week's 2 hour premiere. The PRIVATE PRACTICE season premiere drew a 2.8 adults 18-49 rating, down 15% from last Fall's premiere.

Ellen's AS THE TIDE TURNS Features John Aniston

There is a saying: "All good things must come to an end." Ellen's soap opera series, AS THE TIDE TURNS, is no exception. Ellen has definitely saved the best for last with this one.

Watch it below.

OPINION: REVENGE Week 2 is SOAPTASTIC!

The second outing of REVENGE did not disappoint. This show should leave every fan of soap operas squealing with delight, but nothing so much as the epic stare downs that Victoria and Emily inflict upon one another. They don't even try to hide the death glares they are hurling at each other but relish in allowing them to last just a few seconds too long .

NEWS ROUNDUP: Adirondack Affair Weekend, Andrea Evans Beat Breast Cancer, Gregg Marx One Man Show

Second-annual Adirondack Affair Weekend This Weekend
Events from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday include a VIP reception, where attendees will meet Martha Byrne and Ellen Dolan from AS THE WORLD TURNS, and an open bar with hors d'oeuvres. Cost is $30, and reservations are required. A cabaret performance featuring Byrne and Dolan with area musicians Jason Hall and Paul Roalsvig starts at 8 p.m.; tickets are $10 at the door. Both events are at Quackenbush's Long View Wilderness Lodge, 681 Deerland Road, Long Lake.

PREVIEW: CW's Friday Night Dramas SUPERNATURAL & NIKITA

NIKITA returns with an all-new episode, “Falling Ash,” (Season 2 Episode 2) airing Friday, September 30 at 8:00 p.m. on the CW.

While investigating an old corrupt Division program, P9, that seems to have resurfaced, Nikita (Maggie Q) and Michael (Shane West) run into Owen (guest star Devon Sawa). He tells them he is searching for Dr. Joseph Mars (guest star John Ralston), who is not only the mastermind behind P9, but also invented the Regimen and could help Owen wean himself off the dangerous drug.

FLASHBACK: GENERAL HOSPITAL's Kimberly McCullough 1990

In March 1990, Daytime Digest put out a special GENERAL HOSPITAL issue featuring all the best and brightest from the show as well as a look back into the past.

One of our favorite features, "I Love To Work!," was about one of our favorite actresses, Kimberly McCullough, who has played Robin since 1985.

"Kimberly McCullough Loves Her Job. It's Getting Up At Five In The Morning That She Hates!"

Read the two-page article below and check out the full-page color glossy that was included in the magazine as well.

Today in Soap Opera History (September 30)

On this date in...

1991: On ANOTHER WORLD, Rachel prepared for Carl's trial as she hid her blurring vision. Meanwhile, Jenna reels from cutting Matt and Dean out of her life, and Cass confronts Frankie about her pregnancy.

2002: On AS THE WORLD TURNS, Jack and Carly were at odds over her working with Craig.

WATCH: THE BAY's "Confessions of Bay City - Part 5" (Taylor Stanley)

The latest "Confessions of Bay City" webisode is now online from THE BAY. This week’s installment features Taylor Stanley's Zoey Johnson character. Soap fans will remember Stanley from her role as Paulina's daughter, Remy, on ANOTHER WORLD.

Watch it below.

NEWS ROUNDUP: First Fall Show To Be Axed? Nathin Art Butler to GH, Kurt McKinney to OLTL

Which new fall primetime show will be the first one canceled?
FREE AGENTS joins THE PLAYBOY CLUB on the short list of new shows that are most likely to get sent out to pasture before Columbus Day.

EDITOR'S NOTE: We hope NBC gives PLAYBOY CLUB a chance to grow its audience.

PLAYBOY CLUB: Advertisers Say They Didn't Abandon Show
Two of the (seven claimed) advertisers themselves were also willing to disprove the PTC's claim. In an email, Kraft said, “For THE PLAYBOY CLUB, our sole purchase to date was on the premiere episode, and we did not have plans to advertise on that particular show through the end of the year.” Unilever, which owns the P.F. Chang brand, also confirmed that it hadn’t jumped ship, and will continue to advertise on occasional episodes.

Wednesay Night Ratings: REVENGE Down in Week 2 But Still Solid

ABC's newest primetime soap hit, REVENGE, finished second in its timeslot on Wednesday night, losing out to CSI but ahead of LAW & ORDER: SVU.

REVENGE was seen by 8.54 million viewers and had a 2.7 A18-49 rating (7 share).

Ellen Degeneres' AS THE TIDE TURNS #4 Features Heidi Klum

This could be the best episode of Ellen's AS THE TIDE TURNS soap opera yet. The guest for Episode 4 is none other than... drum roll... Heidi Klum! And yes, as a matter of fact, she is wearing a French maid costume. Watch Thursday's episode below.

Daytime Stars In Primetime: Upcoming Guest Appearances

Daytime soap stars are everywhere this fall--appearing in new shows (RINGER), returning shows (BLUE BLOODS, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES), docu-series (DIRTY SOAP) and guest starring all over primetime. Below are some of the upcoming guest appearances by daytime stars (and a few of our favorite primetime soap stars as well). This is a partial list, add missing names and dates in our Comments section.

SEPTEMBER
30 A GIFTED MAN - Orlagh Cassidy, Brian Kerwin

OCTOBER
  2 CSI: MIAMI - Brandon Beemer, Eric Winter, Julia Campbell

DAYS OF OUR LIVES Star James Scott: "I am optimistic of my future here at DAYS!" UPDATED: Scott Signs 2-Year Deal

Soap Opera Digest reported earlier today that "uber-popular James Scott (EJ) will be leaving Salem when his contract expires." But not so fast! Scott has released a statement indicating he isn't going anywhere.

"It has always been my wish to continue working with DAYS OF OUR LIVES," Scott said in the statement, "and in light of recent reassurances given, I am optimistic of my future here at DAYS!"

WINNER: ARMY WIVES DVD Giveaway, Who is Your Favorite Army Wife?

We have a winner! Betty from New Jersey is the proud new owner of one Army Wives Ultimate Fan DVD Prize Pack: Seasons 1-5.

We chose Betty at random from all of the qualified entries, but we're gratified to know that for many years, she was an army wife herself!

A few thoughts from our contestants on who is their favorite wife:

Claudia Joy, she is always the one that seems the most grounded as far as family life and her own issues. She is also the one with the most resources able to reach out to others.

WATCH: The Brown and the Hairy? Trees of Our Lives? It's the first Soap Opera for Chimpanzees!

Is there a gene for soap opera lovers? Before you answer, watch how these chimpanzees react to a screening of a soap made just for them!

The video below is intended to show how chimpanzees react to dramatic human portrayals of chimps. According to Rowan Hooper at NewScientist, it features the first-ever soap opera for primates:

"The right-hand screen shows a kind of chimp soap opera - with chimps played by humans in costume - and the left-hand screen shows the reactions of captive chimps to a screening of the ape drama."

SURVEY RESULTS: DIRTY SOAP Nielsen Ratings MIA, but WLS Readers Rate it a Hit!

Our readers were so eagerly anticipating the premiere of DIRTY SOAP, E!'s brand new docu-series, we decided to sponsor an exclusive survey of DIRTY SOAP viewers. As it turns out, the Nielsens for DIRTY SOAP were initially difficult to locate but now we know the show was watched by 0.834 million viewers (Ranked #23) and had a 0.4 Adults 18-49 rating (Tied for #17 with AGAINST THE WALL.)

We're extra grateful to the nearly 200 survey respondents who took the time to share their first impressions.

As you can see from the pie charts and comments below, DIRTY SOAP was well received.

WATCH: Liza Huber & Susan Lucci On Wednesday's GOOD MORNING AMERICA; Lucci Gets Teary

For PASSIONS actress Liza Huber, author of “Sage Spoonfuls,” and her mother, actress Susan Lucci, visited GOOD MORNING AMERICA on Wednesday morning to share three of Huber’s recipes for homemade baby food.

Huber, a mother of three who also sells Sage Spoonfuls baby food storage jars, said making baby food doesn’t take as much time as you might think.

“It’s just about one hour every two weeks. Making food in bulk. Storing it in these jars. Put in the freezer. You’ve got a three-month supply,” she said.

Check out Huber’s recipes and watch her and Lucci on GMA below:

WE LOVE SOAPS TV 3.15 DAYS OF OUR LIVES Fans Meet Deidre Hall, Talk DAYS

On Episode 3.15, Damon L. Jacobs visited the NBC Experience Store at Rockefeller Center in New York City where fans came to meet DAYS OF OUR LIVES actress Deidre Hall, who returned to the show as Marlena on Monday, September 26. Local fans, as well as diehards from as far away as Norway and Australia, showed up to show their appreciate for Hall and DAYS. They shared stories of how long they've watched, favorite storylines and more.

Watch our latest episode and let us know what you think.

Today in Soap Opera History (September 29)

On this date in...

1969: BRIGHT PROMISE premiered on NBC. The show ran at 3:30 p.m. ET until March 31, 1972. The show revolved around students and faculty at the fictional Bancroft College and was created by Frank and Doris Hursley. The show starred Dana Andrews, and Anthony Geary would later join the cast. BRIGHT PROMISE actress Gail Kobe would become the executive producer of its replacement show, RETURN TO PEYTON PLACE.

PREVIEW: ABC's Thursday Night Soaps GREY'S ANATOMY & PRIVATE PRACTICE

GREY'S ANATOMY is back with an all-new episode, "Take the Lead," airing Thursday, September 22 (9:00-10:02 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

The Chief makes a career-changing decision that shocks Seattle Grace Hospital. Cristina and Owen try to find normalcy in their relationship. April continues to struggle in her new role.

Meanwhile, the 5th year residents are given their first solo surgeries, only to find out that even the most routine procedures aren't always easy.

Ellen's AS THE 'TIDE' TURNS Features Country Star Luke Bryan

More shirt buttons flew off in the third installment of Ellen Degeneres' soap opera, AS THE TIDE TURNS This time, country star Luke Bryan was the one getting shirtless, and of course, smacked around a little. Watch Wednesday's episode below.

Tuesday Night Ratings: GLEE, PARENTHOOD, UNFORGETTABLE, 90210, RINGER

In the final Live+SD (same day) ratings for Tuesday night, GLEE was adjusted up slightly from the preliminary numbers to 8.6 million viewers. The show had a strong 3.7 A18-49 rating. It continued to be outperformed by the show that now follows it, NEW GIRL. GLEE was watched by 9.21 million last week.

PARENTHOOD scored at 2.2 A18-49 rating and 5.53 million viewers, both up from last week. CBS' UNFORGETTABLE had 12.43 million viewers but only a slightly higher 2.5 demo.

NEWS ROUNDUP: 7 Advertisers Drop PLAYBOY CLUB, Chrysler Supports; Zenk in "Odyssey"; Y&R Casting

Seven Advertisers Drop Out of THE PLAYBOY CLUB After PTC Calls for Boycott
Citing the show's ratings, the group's president Tim Winter says, “What has been clear to everyone outside of NBC must now be clear even to those inside NBC: THE PLAYBOY CLUB is a commercial disaster and must be removed from the airwaves. We call for the network to cancel this degrading and sexualizing program immediately."

Kraft, Sprint, Lenovo, UPS Store, Subway, P.F. Chang's China Bistro and Campbell's Soup did not advertise in the second episode on Monday. Chrysler says it will continue to advertise on the show.

J.R. Martinez Survives DANCING WITH THE STARS Elimination, Will Dance Next Week

DANCING WITH THE STARS eliminated Elisabetta Canalis and professional partner Val Chmerkovskiy during Tuesday night's second live thirteenth-season results show on ABC.

The model and Chmerkovskiy became the second couple ousted from the competition based on the combination of the DWTS judges' scores they had received during Monday night's performance show and the home viewer votes that were cast afterwards.

OPINION: Formula 90210

This season the 90 crew is in college. All parents and adults have been completely vanquished from the series. Naomi (AnnaLynne McCord) has bought a multi million dollar mansion while Navid (Michael Steger) and Silver (Jessica Stroup) share a tiny studio with Navid’s brat of a little sister. Last week Naomi was screwed out of getting into California University’s best sorority by Holly (Megalyn Echikunwoke), the beautiful, super bitch sorority president who hates Naomi for a wide variety of offenses but mostly because the sorority tried to purchase the mansion Naomi moved into before she unknowingly outbid them.

OPINION: HART OF DIXIE PREMIERE - Rachel Bilson is delightfully appealing!

Rachel Bilson as Zoe Hart + a warm-hearted feel good drama set in a small town with colorful characters + hunky guys to be the object of Zoe Hart’s affections should have been old school WB GOLD. It wasn't, but all hope isn't lost for HART OF DIXIE. Using voice over to establish Zoe’s pre-Bluebell, Alabama life was fine, but once her cardiothorasic fellowship dreams were dashed the narration should have disappeared as we followed her to Bluebell.  I didn't need to know every last thought that was going through Zoe's head.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Sarah Brown on DAYS OF OUR LIVES, Eric Martsolf, Madison & the Giant Pink Elephant

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with three-time Emmy winner Sarah Brown, who will be debuting on DAYS OF OUR LIVES next week as as Madison James, "a powerful CEO who takes on Sami as a protege." Glamorous, cerebral, and full of laughter, Sarah guided me through the creation of her new character and shared her vision of the "new DAYS." She even revealed details of Madison's challenging, upcoming romance.

Today in Soap Opera History (September 28)

On this date in...

1962: THE BRIGHTER DAY aired its final episode. The show, set in New Hope, was originally created for NBC Radio by Irna Phillips in 1948. The original setting of Three Rivers was moved to New Hope in 1953 before the move to television in 1954.

1979: On AS THE WORLD TURNS, Oakdale gathered to watch Ian McFarland (Peter Simon) conduct the Joffrey ballet. Ian's ex-wife Dana had just become engaged to Dr. Bob Hughes. Ian wouldn't make it till the end of the performance (shot on location at the Ed Sullivan Theater).

1981: Newsweek's cover calls GENERAL HOSPITAL "TV's Hottest Show."

2006: The U.S. version of UGLY BETTY finally arrived premiering on ABC.

2008: DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES' fifth season premiered on ABC.

RESULTS: Indie Soap of the Week Poll (September 18-24, 2011); P&P #1 Again

Here are the results from the WE LOVE SOAPS TV "Indie Soap of the Week" poll for the week of September 18-24, 2011. THE PASSIONATE AND THE PRIVILEGED was on top again this week while THE RAs jumped up to the second spot.

Check out the complete results and catch up on the episodes below.



If you're a fan of any of these shows, we encourage you to check out some of the other series you may not have watched yet. And don't forget to check out our FALL PREVIEW GUIDE: Indie Soap Operas - The Best in Web Series.

Indie soaps that aired one or more episodes last week were eligible.

Watch last week's indie soaps below:

PREVIEW: ABC's Wednesday Night Soap REVENGE

ABC's latest primetime soap opera hit REVENGE returns on Wednesday September 28 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) with an all-new episode, "Trust."

Emily sets her sights on her next target, Bill Harmon, a wealthy hedge funds manager and trusted family friend who testified in the trial that wrongfully convicted her father. She uses her connection with Nolan to her benefit, unbeknownst to him, and also manages to go on her very first date with Daniel.

New Photos From Tim Burton's Dark Shadows, Set In...

Tim Burton's upcoming Dark Shadows movie will follow Barnabas Collins (Johnny Depp), a vampire who has been buried for over 200 years trying to integrate with his family in 1972 and deal with the vengeful vampire who buried him, Angelique (Eva Green).

1972?

Ellen's AS THE 'TIDE' TURNS Features Shirtless DAYS OF OUR LIVES Hunk Galen Gering

In the hilarious second episode of AS THE TIDE TURNS, DAYS OF OUR LIVES actor Galen Gering guest stars. Watch all week as the hunks get hunkier and the twists get more twisted and watch Tuesday's episode below.

OPINION: I Like THE PLAYBOY CLUB for its Soapy Drama, Hot Girls & Cute Boys!

Bunny Mother Carol-Lynn (Laura Benanti) warns Bunny Maureen (Amber Heard, who could be Scarlett Johansson’s stunt double, if she does stunts) that Chicago can be dangerous in the latest episode of THE PLAYBOY CLUB. The new show’s second episode started connecting the dots laid out in last week’s premiere, linking characters together in ways we may not have seen coming.

RATINGS: THE CHEW Matches ALL MY CHILDREN Audience, But Could This Be A Repeat of 25 Year History?

The premiere of ABC's new food program THE CHEW attracted 2.5 million total viewers on Monday afternoon, just above ALL MY CHILDREN's season average of 2.4 million viewers.

THE CHEW also topped AMC's average with women 18-49, posting a 0.9 rating and 590,000 viewers to the now-canceled soap's 0.8 rating and 541,000 viewers, according to live-plus-same-day ratings.

Prospect Park Names THE Online Network, or TOLN, Future Home Of ALL MY CHILDREN, ONE LIFE TO LIVE Starting January 2012 ("much more in development")

Today, we are one step closer to watching ALL MY CHILDREN and ONE LIFE TO LIVE on the Internet, direct from Prospect Park. In a press release issued earlier today, PP announced the name (and web address) of its new content delivery portal. It's called THE Online Network and will be housed at TheOnlineNetwork.com / TOLN.com.

As of this posting, there's not much to see, but it's worth the click just so you can sign up for the TOLN newsletter.

From the Press Release:

SURVEY RESULTS: Almost 1000 Viewers Speak Out on ALL MY CHILDREN's Last Episode--Favorite Quote, J.R.'s Target & more

Did you see today's CNN/Opinion Research poll on the Republican presidential primary? Well, We Love Soaps is proud to say that we had more people respond to our survey on the final episode of ALL MY CHILDREN!

With almost 1000 audience members recording their opinions, maybe we could give the Nielsen ratings a run for their money? One thing is for sure: our survey offered a write-in space, so the results are definitely more "colorful."

We asked the audience three questions.

OPINION: GOSSIP GIRL Season 5 Premiere: Welcome Back Upper Eastsiders

Welcome back Uppereastsiders… except we aren’t on the upper east side just yet. We join our favorite New York City troublemakers wrapping up their summers somewhere other then New York. Serena, Nate, and Chuck are soaking up the sun in LA while Blair and Louis return to New York after a summer in Monaco. Dan was in the Hamptons. The rule is that Dan's summer has to be at least ten times less exciting than any other character on the show(and that includes Eric and Jenny who are thankfully firmly entrenched off screen in London hopefully never to be heard from again)

Brace yourself for what I’m about to say because it may be an unpopular opinion:

RATINGS: THE PLAYBOY CLUB, TERRA NOVA, BOARDWALK EMPIRE & more, Where is DIRTY SOAP?

In the preliminary Nielsen numbers in from Monday night, THE PLAYBOY CLUB returned for its second week with a 1.3 adults 18-49 rating, down 19% from its premiere. Is THE PLAYBOY CLUB destined for the chopping block?

Meanwhile, TERRA NOVA had a 3.0 adults 18-49 rating, HART OF DIXIE a 0.7, and GOSSIP GIRL a 0.8.

SURVEY RESULTS: DAYS OF OUR LIVES Reboot is a Success, Deidre Hall as Popular as Ever

DAYS OF OUR LIVES launched DAYS 2.0 on Monday, September 26, with the goal of keeping the show alive and vibrant for years to come. Deidre Hall previewed her return in our recent interview: "We come back to Salem in the midst of high drama. And the entire town - every single citizen is affected by what happens."

We asked our readers what they thought of the first episodes of this relaunched DAYS. Here are the results.

WINNERS: Inside Soap Awards 2011 - EASTENDERS 5, CORONATION STREET 3

The 2011 Inside Soap Awards were held in London last night and actors from EASTENDERS, CORONATION STREET, HOLLYOAKS, EMMERDALE and WATERLOO ROAD were there to celebrate (including winners Danny Miller and Danny Mac, pictured above).

EASTENDERS was the big winner of the night picking up five awards, including Best Soap.

Below is a full list of winners:

1980 COLLEGE SURVEY: Watching Soaps A "Nationwide Phenomena"

Some kind words for the 'soap' fans

By Don Brand
Oregon Register-Guard
March 29, 1980

College students around the country are getting a vicarious liberal education in thwarted love affairs, unwanted pregnancies, unfaithful spouses, divorce and bizarre illnesses. That's what two Northern Illinois professors have found in a study of the growing number of college students who watch soap operas on television.

PREVIEW: NBC's Tuesday Night Soap PARENTHOOD "Step Right Up"

An all-new episode of PARENTHOOD, “Step Right Up,” airs Tuesday September 27 on NBC (10-11 p.m. ET).

Amber (Mae Whitman) revels in her new independence, while Sarah (Lauren Graham) strives to remain a part of her life. Crosby (Dax Shepard) is unsure how he feels about Jasmine (Joy Bryant) dating and she wonders if she now fits in the Braverman family.

PREVIEW: CBS' Tuesday Night Drama UNFORGETTABLE (Annie Parisse Guest Stars)

An all-new episode of UNFORGETTABLE airs Tuesday, September 27 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

In "Heroes," Carrie Wells (Poppy Montgomery) carefully tries to glean information from Max Seiferth (Kyle Catlett) concerning the murder of his parents.

Former AS THE WORLD TURNS actress Annie Parisse (ex-Julia) guest stars.

Watch a preview below.

Today in Soap Opera History (September 27)

On this date in...

1965: NBC's MORNING STAR, created by Ted Corday, premiered. The show ran until July 1, 1966. MORNING STAR was one of the first soap operas to air in color.

1965: THE NURSES premiered on ABC and ran until March 31, 1967. Mary Fickett and Paul Stevens were among the stars.

1965: ABC also premiered on the same day NEVER TOO YOUNG, a soap geared toward a teen audience. Dack Rambo and Tony Dow were among the stars. The series featured several musical guests who performed at The High Dive, including: The Castaways, The Sunrays, Marvin Gaye, Johnny Rivers, Mel Carter, Freddie Cannon, and the Ramsey Lewis Trio.

Daytime Stars In Primetime: Upcoming Guest Appearances

Daytime soap stars are everywhere this fall--appearing in new shows (RINGER), returning shows (BLUE BLOODS, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES), docu-series (DIRTY SOAP) and guest starring all over primetime. Below are some of the upcoming guest appearances by daytime stars (and a few of our favorite primetime soap stars as well). This is a partial list, add missing names and dates in our Comments section.

SEPTEMBER
27 UNFORGETTABLE - Annie Parisse
27 BODY OF PROOF - Jessica Tuck

PREVIEW: CW Tuesday Night Soaps 90210 & RINGER

An all-new episode of 90210, "Greek Tragedy," airs Tuesday, September 27 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) on The CW.

After making an enemy in sorority president Holly (guest star Megalyn Echikunwoke), Naomi (AnnaLynne McCord) finds unusual allies who help her get revenge. Annie (Shenae Grimes), short on money for sorority dues, must figure out a quick way to come up with the cash.

Adrienne Frantz Celebrates Bachelorette Party at Chippendales in Las Vegas; Crystal Hunt Visits Too!

Actress and singer-songwriter Adrienne Frantz (Amber, THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL) celebrated her Bachlorette Party at Chippendales at The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on September 24.

PREVIEW: Fox's Tuesday Night Soap GLEE (What's The Capital Of Ohio?)

An all-new episode of GLEE, “I Am Unicorn,” airs Tuesday, September 27 (8:00-9:00 p.m.ET/PT) on FOX.

Much to his dismay, Will discovers that (thanks to a private donation) former Vocal Adrenaline coach Shelby Corcoran has been hired to direct a second show-choir group at McKinley; while both Will and Shelby seem good natured about their impending competition, several of the students are less than thrilled about her return to Lima.

DANCING WITH THE STARS: ALL MY CHILDREN's J.R. Martinez Does The Jive

Until last week, J.R. Martinez was known in the soap world but possibly one of the least-known "stars" in the DANCING WITH THE STARS cast.

But based on enthusiastic ballroom and online reaction, he is now a fan favorite. DWTS producers capitalized on that enthusiasm, saving J.R. and partner Karina Smirnoff’s jive for the end of the show.

How did they do during the actual performance?

SPOILERS: Damian McGinty Talks About His New Role On GLEE, Debuts Nov. 1

We predicted his win in August and now, after much anticipation, THE GLEE PROJECT co-champion Damian McGinty has revealed some details about his GLEE debut. Rivalries and hi-jinx arise when McGinty’s character, Irish foreign exchange student, Rory Flanagan, arrives at McKinley High.

In an interview with TVGuide.com, McGinty explains how a rivalry may be brewing between his character and Kurt [Chirs Colfer]. “He does a falsetto in his first song,” said McGinty of his character Rory, “and Kurt did not like that because Kurt’s the soprano of the group and doesn’t want that taken from him.”

OPINION: E!'s DIRTY SOAP Has Dirty, Soapy Potential, Especially Jenna Gering, Farah Fath, Kelly Monaco & Kirsten Storms

As a hardcore soap opera fan, I found DIRTY SOAP to be a riveting look into the lives of soap stars. However, I do wonder if it could hook a viewer who doesn't already "Love Soaps"?

I'm a long time GENERAL HOSPITAL guy, so I was thrilled that Kelly Monaco (Sam, GH) and Kirsten Storms (Maxie, GH) were front and center. Kelly seemed like the kind of rough and tumble girl I'd like to party with, and Kirsten seemed to have an interesting edge to her that she was trying to hide.

OPINION: DAYS OF OUR LIVES Reboot Day One - Does It Get The Boot?

Today marks an exciting day in soap opera history. A long running continuing story is officially "rebooting" their show in order to gain back their lapsed audience, appeal to long-term loyal fans, begin new stories, and boost ratings. Will it work? Based on today's episode, I'd say they have a great chance.

If the first twenty minutes are any indication, DAYS has committed itself to focusing on beloved veterans. Doug, Julie, Bo, Hope, Victor, Maggie, Adrienne, Justin, Sami and Jennifer, as well as a special dedication to Tom and Alice Horton, were featured front and center (where were Abe and Lexie? We'll get to that in a moment). The unveiling of the new Horton town square was gorgeous, and special kudos go to the hardworking crew who labored day and night to create this stunning vision (on a limited budget). The writing was impeccable, with nods to the Horton legacy, while containing such snappy one liners such as "E.J. dates? I thought he only married women or held them prisoner."