Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Writers Strike Contract Is Official!


Although we reported back on February 12, 2008 that the writer’s strike had been suspended in hopes of finally reaching a new contract, we are now happy to report it is official! On February 26, 2008, 93.6% of the 4,060 votes cast in Los Angeles and New York by the WGA, West and the WGA, East gave their final ‘okay’ to the new contract, which dates from February 13, 2008 to May 1, 2011. Get all the contract details at Soaps.com!

Photograph courtesy of WGA.

Monday, February 25, 2008

Soap Cruise 2009 Teaser! (Updated already!)


In 2007 hundreds of fans cruised with several of daytime's sexiest stars. They had such a great time cruisin' with daytime's best that they begged for a second voyage. Their begging and pleading has been heard and now those fans who cruised with us on Soap Cruise 2007fun than the first annual! Visit Soaps.com for all your Soap Cruise details today!

Photograph courtesy of Soaps.com.

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Official Daytime Emmys Pre-Nominations!


Soaps.com is excited to bring its readers the pre-nominees for this year’s 35th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards! Although the official and final list of the nominees for the prestigious event will not be made public until a bit later here’s a little teaser to fuel your anticipation of who might make the cut! Visit Soaps.com as we bring you the official list firsthand!

Photograph courtesy of NBC.

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

ABC Soaps Partner With ESPN!


“Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the…” Okay, so we’re not exactly packing up for a trip to a Major League Baseball Stadium but a little piece of baseball is joining forces with ABC! Visit Soaps.com's Latest News Room for the scoop!

Photograph courtesy of ABC.

Daytime Salutes Broadway Cares!


It’s that time of years again, time for the Daytime Salutes Broadway Cares event, a charity based event held to help those suffering from and affected by HIV/AIDS through support and public awareness! Stop on over to Soaps.com for all the details!

Photograph courtesy of ABC.

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Turning Heads with GH Hairstyles!


Soaps.com has received tons of emails regarding the new hair cuts of two of General Hospital's most fashionable characters. In fact, some of you asked for pictures to take to your stylist so you can get the same look! Wait no more ladies, in fact, go ahead and make your appointments. Stop by Soaps.com to view the pics!

Photograph courtesy of Soaps.com.

Monday, February 18, 2008

Bad girls vs. Good girls on Soaps. Soapland vs. Reality!


Recently our Soaps.com writers delivered you a segment titled Bad boys vs. Good boys on Soaps. Soapland vs. Reality! Since we had no problem ranting and raving about the guys who make daytime drama a little nicer – and a little more dangerous – it’s only fair that we now shine the spotlight on those ladies who do their part to either corrupt those around them or who try to bring peace throughout the storylines in question!

So get ready to smile while Soaps.com Writers talk about the niceties displayed by some of soap’s leading ladies but don’t feel bad if your knuckles start to turn white as we rehash some of the darker female characters – and the crimes they’ve gotten away with!

Photograph courtesy of ABC.

Friday, February 15, 2008

39th Annual NAACP Image Awards Winners Announced!


We are happy to report this year's 39th Annual NAACP Award winners who were honored last night at the live ceremony for excelling in achievement and performance in the arts! Visit Soaps.com to see who brought home the award!

Photograph courtesy of CBS.

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Soaps.com Catches Up With Farah Fath!


She was best known for playing Belle's best friend Mimi Lockhart on Days of Our Lives for eight years, but a recent move to Llanview has brought Farah Fath a more mature and seemingly more complex character to play. As Gigi Morasco, Farah portrays a tough single mother who comes to town with a few secrets. Visit Soaps.com to see what Farah had to say!

Photograph courtesy of
Bader Howar.

Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Writer's Strike Is Officially Over!


It's OVER!!!! Soaps.com was first to report that on Tuesday, members of the Writers Guilds East and West voted by a 92.5% margin to lift the restraining order that was invoked on November 5th. Guess what this means? The strike is over! Read the full scoop at Soaps.com!

Photograph courtesy of NBC.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Soaps.com Talks To Soap Actors About Their V-Day Memories!


Whether it’s with your husband, your wife, a lover or a friend, everyone has at least one special Valentine’s Day memory that they’ll always remember. Recently, during interviews with some of daytime’s favorites, Soaps.com Writers asked the stars about their special memories… Visit Soaps.com to see what the stars had to say!

Photograph
courtesy Shirley Jones website.

Monday, February 11, 2008

Soaps.com Exclusive Interview with Linda Dano!


Solidifying her status as a daytime icon by playing Felicia Gallant on "Another World" for 17 years, Linda Dano has remained a strong presence in the soap world long after the show ended its run. Aside from the beloved classic, Ms. Dano enjoyed a crossover role as Rae Cummings on all three ABC soaps, completed a short stint as Lena Kendall on Guiding Light and has contributed to other soap related outlets. Visit Soaps.com to see what Linda had to say!

Photograph courtesy of Soaps.com.

Sunday, February 10, 2008

Writers Guild Announces Daytime Winners!


We are happy to announced that The Young and the Restless has won this year's Writers Guild Award in the Daytime Serial category! Soaps.com wants to send the show, its crew and cast a much deserved congratulations! The Young and The Restless, along with all the other nominees, have always been winners in our eyes!

Also receiving an award in the Television On-Air Promotion category was the Days of Our Lives: Mini-Series, The Bradys VS. The Demeras written by Judie Henninger of NBC! Our best goes out to Judie and her crew as well! Stop by Soaps.com for the full scoop!

Photograph courtesy of WGA. org.

Friday, February 8, 2008

Writer's Strike Update!


Although there are reports all over the net claiming that the Writer's Strike is over, Soaps.com has just received confirmation from a WGA East Rep stating... "No, it is not over." It has been said that the WGA and the AMPTP have made some progress throughout their recent bargainings. However, negotiations are still continuing with no firm deals reached. As always, Soaps.com will keep you posted with all the latest breaking news surrounding the strike! Stay up to date with all the latest strike news at Soaps.com!

Photograph courtesy of Soaps.com.

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Joe Gallison Recalls His Time on Soaps


With high profile roles on Another World, Days of Our Lives and One Life to Live, Joe Gallison spent 27 years acting in soaps. Now enjoying life outside of "the business" in North Carolina, Joe works mainly in theatre, but still takes the occasional television and movie role. I recently caught up with Mr. Gallison and found out what he's been up to since we last saw him in Salem, where he played opposite Gloria Loring (ex-Liz Chandler) as Dr. Neil Curtis, who was his alter ego from 1974-1991. Read the full interview in the Soaps.com Latest News section!

Photograph courtesy of Joe Gallison.

Monday, February 4, 2008

Soaps.com Fan Meets Rick Hearst and Colin Egglesfield!


It’s always nice to hear from a fan whose dream has come true through meeting some of their favorite soap stars. Recently, Soaps.com had the pleasure of hearing about one of our reader's up close and personal experiences when she attended the St. Louis Auto Show! Visit Soaps.com's Latest News section for all the details!

Photograph courtesy of ABC.

General Hospital Vet Shell Kepler Passed Away...


It is with heavy heart that Soaps.com shares the sad news of the passing of Shell Kepler (Nurse Amy Vining). According to the General Hospital Fan Club, Ms. Kepler died of renal failure shortly after being admitted to a hospital in Portland, Oregon, on February 1. She was 49 years young and had been living in Portland for years, working as a charity fund raiser. Visit the General Hospital News Room at Soaps.com to read the full story.

Photograph courtesy of ABC.