Exclusives
Beyond the Gates First Anniversary: Reflecting on the Journey
“Beyond the Gates” has completed its first trip around the sun since its 2025 Premiere. The fresh daytime drama series took the world by storm and became the first soap opera in over 30 years to have a predominately Black cast. NBC’s “Generations” preceded it.
More Than a Storyline: Black Soap Couples Who Opened the Door for Generations To Come
Challenging stereotypes and harmful narratives, the most classic Black soap opera couples have displayed connection, happiness and resilience, even in the face of pain and adversity.
Recent Stories
BTG Recap: Eva and Kat Come to an Understanding, Anita Gets Good News From Dr. Bauer and More
As Kat Richardson (Colby Natasha Nixon) and Eva Thomas (Ambyr Michelle) underwent their liver transplants, their family members and significant others crowded Garland Memorial Hospital’s lobby.
GH Recap: Jordan Continues to Investigate Sidwell, Isaiah Gives Curtis a Warning and More
Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali) explained to her parents, Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner), that she wouldn’t ice them out but would be making changes to their relationship.
DOOL Recap: Paulina and Abe Reminisce on Juneteenth, Eli and Lani Have a Romantic Evening and More
While at Small Bar, Paulina Price-Carver (Jackée Harry) had flashbacks of her conversation with EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), asking to use Dr. Wilhelm Rolf’s (Richard Wharton) miracle drug on Chanel Dupree-DiMera (Raven Bowens).
BTG Recap: Dani Swears Bill to Secrecy About Their Elevator Tryst, Kat Agrees to Save Eva’s Life and More
Bradley “Smitty” Smith (Mike Manning) yelled for help as Congressman Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) lay on the ground unconscious. Shanice Johnson (Ernestine Johnson) and Ashley Morgan (Jen Jacob) rushed into the room.
GH Recap: Trina Detaches From Her Parents’ Drama, Portia and Curtis Set Boundaries and More
Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) met Laura Collins (Genie Francis) for a lunch meeting at the Metro Court. The now former SRE Worldwide COO was impressed that the mayor had set up a sting operation.
Y&R Recap: Malcolm Gets to Know Holden, Lily Makes a Business Offer and More
Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) met with Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn) at Society and presented him with an unexpected opportunity: the chance to run Chancellor Industries.
‘Beyond the Gates’ Lands Double Renewal, Earning Seasons 3 and 4 From CBS
CBS’s “Beyond the Gates,” the groundbreaking soap opera with the first predominantly Black cast in decades, has officially been renewed for two more seasons.
Casting Buzz: Darlene Hawthorne Arrives In Fairmont Crest, Played by Monique Mosee
Darlene Hawthorne finally made her appearance in Fairmont Crest on Mar. 26. Monique Mosee, actress, acting coach and singer, joined “Beyond the Gates.”
Casting Buzz: Angela Fairley joins Beyond the Gates as Deanna McBride
Angela Fairley has been cast on CBS’s “Beyond the Gates” as Deanna McBride. The daughter of Vanessa McBride (Lauren Buglioli) and the late Doug McBride (Jason Graham) will be making her long-awaited return home to Fairmont Crest.
Opinion: Raven Bowens Delivers On Every Level Portraying Chanel’s Cancer Battle
In the wake of heavy, devastating and heartbreaking storylines, the performers who make up the soap opera world get to show off their chops, eliciting strong emotions that move viewers.
Opinion: Beyond the Gates’ Cotillion Delivers Tradition, Prestige and Heartfelt Moments
The historic and prestigious event known as the cotillion ball has never just been about pretty dresses and polished waltzes — not in real life, and not on the CBS soap opera “Beyond the Gates.”
Opinion: Fairmont Crest’s Finest Stun at the 2026 Beyond the Gates Cotillion
The hit CBS daytime drama, “Beyond the Gates,” has made waves in the world of fashion in just one year. Every character has their own style, perfectly unique to them, thanks to the talent of Jeresa Featherstone.
Opinion On: Trina Robinson and Kai Taylor’s Journey to Romance on ‘General Hospital’
When I restarted my regular GH watching and Kai Taylor (Jens Austin Astrup) was introduced, having his eyes and heart set on Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali), I
was an impartial third party.
Opinion On: Holden’s Paternity Reveals Connection to the Winters Family
Holden Novak (Nathan Owens) from “The Young and the Restless” has now been hit dead on with the biggest shot of all. Two weeks ago, viewers and Novak himself learned that he is Malcolm Winters’ son.
Opinion On: Anita Dupree’s Chemo Success Brings Renewed Hope Amid Cancer Battle
“Beyond the Gates” viewers have watched the Dupree family matriarch, Anita Dupree (Tamara Tunie), face one of the most difficult battles of her life. Diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in December, Anita Dupree has shown courage.
Events
Power, Desire and a Tornado Fuel Explosive Beyond the Gates and Young and the Restless Crossover
Since January 2026, fans of “Beyond the Gates” and “The Young and the Restless” have been waiting for the monumental crossover between the two CBS soap operas.
Beyond the Gates First Anniversary: Reflecting on the Journey
“Beyond the Gates” has completed its first trip around the sun since its 2025 Premiere. The fresh daytime drama series took the world by storm and became the first soap opera in over 30 years to have a predominately Black cast. NBC’s “Generations” preceded it.
Beyond The Gates
BTG Recap: Eva and Kat Come to an Understanding, Anita Gets Good News From Dr. Bauer and More
As Kat Richardson (Colby Natasha Nixon) and Eva Thomas (Ambyr Michelle) underwent their liver transplants, their family members and significant others crowded Garland Memorial Hospital’s lobby.
BTG Recap: Dani Swears Bill to Secrecy About Their Elevator Tryst, Kat Agrees to Save Eva’s Life and More
Bradley “Smitty” Smith (Mike Manning) yelled for help as Congressman Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) lay on the ground unconscious. Shanice Johnson (Ernestine Johnson) and Ashley Morgan (Jen Jacob) rushed into the room.
BTG Recap: Vernon Takes Control As Tornado Hits Fairmont Crest, Eva and Martin Undergo Medical Emergencies and More
Randy Parker (Maurice P. Kerry) and Joey Armstrong (Jon Lindstrom) anxiously waited for the Impaler meeting to begin.
Power, Desire and a Tornado Fuel Explosive Beyond the Gates and Young and the Restless Crossover
Since January 2026, fans of “Beyond the Gates” and “The Young and the Restless” have been waiting for the monumental crossover between the two CBS soap operas.
BTG Recap: Elon Hosts Jacob’s Commendation Ceremony, Martin Plans His Political Fundraiser and More
Chelsea Hamilton (RhonniRose Mantilla) spotted Andre Richardson (Sean Freeman) at Orphey Gene’s and expressed her appreciation for him taking on the photoshoot in Tokyo, which would allow Dani Dupree (Karla Mosley) to attend.
BTG Recap: Jacob Struggles With His Grief, Leslie Interrupts Chief Hawthorne’s Press Conference and More
Dr. Nicole Dupree (Daphnée Duplaix) sat down with her best friend Vanessa McBride (Lauren Buglioli) and discussed the Fairmont Crest realtor’s children and their complicated relationship with Joey Armstrong (Jon Lindstrom).
General Hospital
GH Recap: Jordan Continues to Investigate Sidwell, Isaiah Gives Curtis a Warning and More
Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali) explained to her parents, Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner), that she wouldn’t ice them out but would be making changes to their relationship.
GH Recap: Trina Detaches From Her Parents’ Drama, Portia and Curtis Set Boundaries and More
Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) met Laura Collins (Genie Francis) for a lunch meeting at the Metro Court. The now former SRE Worldwide COO was impressed that the mayor had set up a sting operation.
GH Recap: Curtis Starts a Fight at Portia’s Baby Shower, Trina Decides She’s Done Playing Peacemaker and More
At the Metro Court, Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) greeted friends Mayor Laura Collins (Genie Francis) and Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) before meeting with Alexis Davis (Nancy Lee Grahn) to ask if she’d represent him.
GH Recap: Portia Confronts Curtis for Assaulting Isaiah, Isaiah Confides in Kai about Derek’s Surgery and More
Kai Taylor (Jens Austin Astrup) met up with Emma Scorpio-Drake (Braedyn Bruner) for lunch at Bobbie’s, giving her a heads-up that Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali) might end up distracted from her burgeoning music showcase.
GH Recap: Curtis Assaults Isaiah, Jordan Helps Curtis Post Bail and More
Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) and Acting District Attorney Justine Turner (Nazneen Contractor) discussed the frustrations surrounding the SRE Worldwide COO and Curtis Ashford’s (Donnell Turner) car accident.
Opinion On: Trina Robinson and Kai Taylor’s Journey to Romance on ‘General Hospital’
When I restarted my regular GH watching and Kai Taylor (Jens Austin Astrup) was introduced, having his eyes and heart set on Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali), I
was an impartial third party.
The Young and the Restless
Y&R Recap: Malcolm Gets to Know Holden, Lily Makes a Business Offer and More
Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) met with Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn) at Society and presented him with an unexpected opportunity: the chance to run Chancellor Industries.
Y&R Recap: Stephanie Discusses Malcolm’s Recovery With Holden, Devon and Nate Welcome Lily Back Home and More
Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) arrived at the Genoa City Athletic Club to meet her brother, Devon Hamilton (Bryton James), and cousin, Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic), for dinner.
Y&R Recap: Lily Watches Cane Get Arrested, Holden Invites Claire to New York and More
Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) arrived at Chancellor Park Cafe and overheard Claire Newman (Hayley Erin) and Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) discussing Chancellor Industries.
Opinion On: Holden’s Paternity Reveals Connection to the Winters Family
Holden Novak (Nathan Owens) from “The Young and the Restless” has now been hit dead on with the biggest shot of all. Two weeks ago, viewers and Novak himself learned that he is Malcolm Winters’ son.
Y&R Recap: Stephanie Drops a Bomb on Holden and Malcolm, Lily Finds Out She Has a Brother and More
Devon Hamilton (Bryton James) called Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) back to his home. She arrived, still apologetic, but Hamilton stopped her, clarifying that he just wanted to talk to his sister.
Old Flames, New Drama in Genoa City: Here’s What to Remember About Malcolm Winters and Stephanie Simmons
In February, it was announced that Malcolm Winters and Dr. Stephanie Simmons would be returning to Genoa City, with Shemar Moore and Vivica A. Fox reprising their roles for a multi-episode arc.
The bold and the beautiful
B&B Recap: Carter Eases Daphne’s Worries, Carter and Daphne Try for a Baby, and More
Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) and Daphne Rose-Walton (Murielle Hilaire) shared a moment of closeness and bliss at Forrester Creations. Walton noticed that his wife seemed to be a little distracted, as something was clearly on her mind.
B&B Recap: Daphne and Carter Have a Close Moment, Daphne Offers a Sympathetic Ear and More
Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) and his wife, Daphne Rose-Walton (Murielle Hilaire), shared a close moment together in the office, but William Spencer III (Crew Morrow) interrupted them before they kissed.
Days of our lives
DOOL Recap: Paulina and Abe Reminisce on Juneteenth, Eli and Lani Have a Romantic Evening and More
While at Small Bar, Paulina Price-Carver (Jackée Harry) had flashbacks of her conversation with EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), asking to use Dr. Wilhelm Rolf’s (Richard Wharton) miracle drug on Chanel Dupree-DiMera (Raven Bowens).
Opinion: Raven Bowens Delivers On Every Level Portraying Chanel’s Cancer Battle
In the wake of heavy, devastating and heartbreaking storylines, the performers who make up the soap opera world get to show off their chops, eliciting strong emotions that move viewers.
DOOL Recap: Chanel Tells Paulina About Her Cancer Diagnosis, Abe and Theo Welcome Lexie Home From the Hospital and More
Abe Carver (James Reynolds) and Theo Carver (Tyler Joseph Andrews) had brought Lexie Carver (Nikki Crawford) back home from the hospital. The resurrected Carver matriarch reveled in how good it felt to feel the sun.
DOOL Recap: Chanel Receives Upsetting News Regarding Her Biopsy, Eli Surprises Lani and More
Chanel Dupree-DiMera (Raven Bowens) and Paulina Price-Carver (Jackée Harry) shared a sweet moment about Price-Carver moving out of her and Abe Carver’s (James Reynolds) apartment.
DOOL Recap: Lexie Meets Paulina for the First Time, Theo Tells Abe the Truth About Lexie and More
At Paulina Price-Carver’s (Jackeé Harry) home, Chanel Dupree-DiMera (Raven Bowens) was getting some work done when she felt a pain in her breast. Price-Carver walked in and asked her daughter what was wrong.
DOOL Recap: Jada Reveals News Concerning Sophia, Chanel Informs Johnny About Her Test Results and More
Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman) and Chanel Dupree-DiMera (Raven Bowens) had a heart-to-heart at Salem University Hospital as Johnny DiMera recovered from Sophia Choi’s (Rachel Boyd) attack.