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January 2008 News Archive (Page 8)

More on the Return of Victor Newman, Jr. to The Young and the Restless

Chris Engen PhotoAfter a nearly decade-long absence from The Young and the Restless, Victor Newman, Jr., is returning to Genoa City.

Talk of the character's return have been buzzing around the Web for awhile now, but the CBS soap opera is finally confirming the news, announcing that Chris Engen has earned the role.

Of course, viewers will need to suspend disbelief when Victor Jr. finally does return to the screen. Here's why: When last seen on-screen in 1998, Victor Jr. was a pre-schooler played by Hayden Tank.

Last year, however, the character was "aged" off-screen as a device to usher Victor out of the show's storylines for several weeks. The exit was necessary to allow actor Eric Braeden (Victor Newman) to have some time off from The Young and the Restless in order to film a movie.

During that time, Victor Jr. was said to be in trouble somewhere in the South Pacific.

This time around, Engen - and, therefore, the character - are 27-year old. Quick math, of course, states that the character should only be nearing high school age in the real world. However, the writers' decision last year to fudge Victor Jr.'s age now allows them to explore alternate story lines.

Soap Opera Guides: A Week in Review

We apologize for the lack of episodes guides last week. A key member of our staff was on vacation.

He's been rightfully reprimanded for the transgression - and we now present a recap of your favorite soap operas from last week:

newamclogo.jpg All My Children: Kendall tried to convince Zach that he wasn't responsible after Hannah jumped off a cliff into the river below. Colby was crushed when Sean told her that he had slept with Hannah. When Greenlee wanted to make love, Aidan was consumed by guilt over the fact that he had slept with Kendall, and Kendall feels guilty about having slept with Aidan.

Aidan knocked out an ailing Quentin, the homeless vet who helped rescue Greenlee, then took him to the hospital. At Joe's request, Dr. Angie Hubbard arrived to help with Quentin's case. Tad was surprised to see Angie. Annie worried about Ryan's sudden strange behavior.

Ryan decided to sell his Cambias assets, offered to help Richie find a bone-marrow donor (but warned him to stay away from Annie) and kissed a surprised Kendall. Adam was furious when Krystal renewed her wedding vows with Tad. Erica met a mysterious man named Marshall.

As the World Turns: Meg refused to press charges against Craig after Paul told Margo that Craig attempted to drug Meg (to kill her unborn baby). Rosanna had a dizzy spell when Craig walked out on her. To settle the score with Dusty, Lily wrote Chris a note telling him that Emily was once a hooker.

Chris also learned that Emily slept with Craig on New Year's Eve. After Dusty had an encounter with a mystery person, Lucinda found an unconscious Emily on the hospital floor beside Dusty, who had been murdered. A puncture wound was found on Dusty's body. In the hospital, Holden wiped Lily's (she accidentally overdosed) prints from a syringe that she used to inject herself with the drugs that she stole.

Dr. Hearn advised Barbara to tell her family that she has oral cancer. Carly realized Parker tried to frame Sam for stealing money that she found in Parker's possession. Gwen and Will rightly worried that Sofie is getting too attached to baby Hallie.

The Bold and the Beautiful: Donna told Katie that she doesn't want to break up with Eric, even though Stephanie cleared Stephen and Storm of her shooting. Donna arranged for Eric to catch her making out with Jake to ''prove'' that she's addicted to sex. After seeing Brooke with Nick, Taylor accused Brooke of getting Bridget to implant Taylor with Brooke's eggs during Taylor's in-vitro process.

After smelling alcohol in Taylor's coffee cup, Brooke snatched baby Jack, took him to Nick's office and told him that Jack's in danger because Taylor is drinking again. Taylor warned Brooke to stay away from Nick and baby Jack.

Days of Our Lives: Bo and Roman burst into Stefano's mansion with a search warrant after E.J. told them about the secret laboratory ''hospital room.'' While Stefano said he had nothing to hide, Hope and Marlena sneaked into the laboratory and found John lying in a bed. Marlena realized that something was wrong with John, who has been programmed by Stefano's doctor.

Lucas was in shock when the police brought in his new cellmate -- none other than Stefano. E.J. panicked when Stefano called and said he was sending a chauffeur to bring E.J. to the jail for a chat. E.J. worried that Stefano is plotting to take baby Johnny away from him and Sami. Crystal and Rob kidnapped Belle and Claire.

Belle was hospitalized after Rob knocked her off a dock into the water. Belle was devastated when Philip said Crystal and Rob have Claire. Chelsea panicked when Ford's father, Crawford, said the sorority girls would pay if they harmed Ford (he's dead).

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Tala Ashe Cast on As the World Turns

Tala Ashe has been cast as Ameera on As the World Turns. She'll be involved in Luke and Noah's storyline.

We don't know much else about the part of Ameera, but the casting notice for the character asked for a "18–20-year old Middle Eastern female. Ameera is visiting from Iraq, and this young, bright girl very much wants to make a new life in Oakdale. No accent needed."

Ashe is a relative unknown, but will be appearing in the 2008 movie Waiting in Beijing.

Tala Ashe

The Young and the Restless Spoilers: January 21-25

Here are a few spoilers for next week. Look at what's coming up on The Young and the Restless...

  • Will David put Nikki in jeopardy due to his dealings with an unknown man?
  • When J.T. (Thad Luckinbill) learns Reed’s condition has changed, he rushes to the hospital to be with his son.

Thad Luckinbill Pic

  • Brad (Don Diamont) follows Sharon to Chicago, hoping to rekindle their love affair.
  • After another fight, Victor takes drastic measures to get back at Nick.

As the World Turns Spoilers: January 21-25

Let's take a look at next week's As the World Turns episodes. Here are few spoilers for the upcoming few days...

  • Holden (Jon Hensley, pictured) goes to every length to protect Lily.

Jon Hensley Photo

  • Rosanna makes a last attempt to hold onto Paul.
  • Margo makes an arrest in Dusty's murder.

Guiding Light Spoilers: January 21-25

Here are some Guiding Light spoilers to get you excited about next week's episodes...

  • Marina sees an intimate moment between Cyrus and Harley (Beth Ehlers).
  • Lizzie (Marcy Rylan) mourns Sarah unaware that Jonathan has brought her home.
  • Bill begins to get his vision back: he can't believe what he sees.
  • Tammy pays Cassie (Nicole Forester, pictured) a visit.

Nicole Forester Pic

Van Hansis Answers Fan Questions

Here's a video of Van Hansis answering questions from As the World Turns fans:

Cameron Mathison to Host Benefit

Cameron Mathison, No ShirtCameron Mathison has been tapped as host the fourth annual "ABC Daytime Salutes Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS" benefit. It airs Sunday, March 2 at Town Hall in New York City.

Mathison will join his previously announced All My Children co-star and show headliner, Susan Lucci. Among the countless soap opera stars confirmed to participate include:

  • Amanda Baker
  • Rebecca Budig
  • Ambyr Childers
  • Melissa Claire Egan
  • Bobbie Eakes
  • Colin Egglesfield
  • Sterling Sulieman

As the World Turns: Ins and Outs

With all the cast changes going on at As the World Turns, here's a rundown of which actors are out and who is on the way in...

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Grayson McCouch (last airdate January 18)
Wally Kurth (finishsed taping in early January)
Scott Bryce (last airdate TBD)
Cady McClain (last airdate TBD)
Ryan Serhant (last airdate February 14)
Jennifer Landon (last airdate TBD)
Jesse Soffer (last airdate TBD)

In
Billy Magnussen (first airs as Casey on January 29)
Eric William Morris (first airs as Matt on February 11)
Dominic Fumusa (first airs as Gray in February)

Days of Our Lives Spoilers: January 21-25

What can you look forward to next week on Days of Our Lives? Take a look...

  • Hope becomes a cop again.
  • Marlena tells Belle that John (Drake Hogestyn) doesn't remember them.

Drake Hogestyn Pic

  • Shawn and Chloe band together to find Claire.
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