Latest Casting News & Other Insider Soap Buzz
Updated for June/July 2009
Tuc Watkins (David) is heading back to Llanview very soon, and will be interacting with his new family, the Buchanans, as well as, his ex-wife Dorian Lord. No air-date has been announced.
Erin Torpey (ex-Jessica Buchanan) married Hamilton von Watts on April 18, 2009. The happy couple married on the beach in Malibu, California. View Erin and Ham's wedding photos.
Forbes March (ex-Nash Brennen) is joining the cast of As The World Turns on July 14, 2009, where the actor will play the role of Mason, Noah's gay college advisor.
Kathy Brier (Marcie) and Chris Stack (Michael) last aired the week of June 15, 2009. However, fans were very pleased that the couple made their exit on a happy note - a surprise pregnancy for the young couple.
Jan Maxwell (Phil Brennan) and John Wojda (Cindy Brennan) played the parents of Jessica's late husband, Nash.
On Friday, June 12, Ada Maris and David Pinion made their first appearance as Markko's parents, Aurelia and Ernesto Rivera.
Big news for Catherine Hickland fans - Lindsay is back! Hickland will return as Lindsay Rappaport sometime in June.
Actress Renee Elise Goldsberry (ex-Evangeline Williamson) is a new mom! She and husband, attorney Alexis Johnson, recently welcomed their son Benjamin into their lives. According to SOD, "the family is overjoyed, and they are praising God for this perfect miracle. Renee thanks all of you for your support and constant encouragement. In lieu of cards or gifts, she asks for your continued prayers and well wishes. They truly work wonders because Benjamin is a dream come true!"
Williamson, 38, appeared as Evangeline Williamson from 2003 until 2007 when her character went into a coma. The actress also played on Broadway when she originated the role of Nettie in The Color of Purple. In addition, Williamson also played the part of Nala in Broadway's production of The Lion King and most recently in the role of Mimi in the final run of Rent.
Terrell Tilford (ex-David, GL) will play the contract role of Dr. Greg Evans, who will begin airing on June 23rd.
Lola Montez' (portrayed by Camilla Banus) last day in Llanview was on Friday, May 15, 2009.
A Martinez (Ray Montez) last air date was on Wednesday, June 10, 2009.
Rumors continue to circulate that the character of Cole Thornhart (portrayed by Brandon Buddy) will be killed off the show, however, there is no confirmation by ABC.
Come to this year's One Life to Live Fan Club Party! The event will take place aboard World Yacht's PRINCESS, which will cruise around the harbor in New York City. The event will be held on Saturday, August 15th between 11:30am - 3:30pm, and will include many of the OLTL cast members. Get More Information and Register Today!
Trevor St. John (Todd) will host his annual fan club event on Friday, August 14th at The Millennium Hilton Hotel (Located at 55 Church Street, NYC, NY) from 2:00pm - 5:00pm. Tickets are $60.00/per person.
Later that evening be sure to also join Melissa Archer (Natalie) and John Brotherton (Jared) who will host their first joint fan event from 7:00pm - 10:00pm. Tickets for this event are $85.00/per person.
Fans can catch Bree Williamson (Jessica) and friends for a fun night of karaoke at The Solas Bar, located at 232 East 9th (between 2nd and 3rd), NYC, NY. The event will take place on Saturday, August 15th and will run from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Tickets are $65.00/per person. (Please note: For those who attend all three events, they are offering priority seating and a $5.00 discount per ticket.)
To purchase tickets, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope along with your money order payable to Debby O'Connor to: Debby O'Conner, P.O. Box 16212, Irvine, CA 92623. Be sure to include the name(s) of all your guests to ensure you are seated together. You may also purchase tickets here using PayPal. Please note: Add an additional $5.00 per ticket for use of PayPal to cover shipping and handling. All tickets are non-refundable. Contact Debby O'Conner with questions.
OLTL casts former Guiding Light actor, Terrell Tilford, in a new contract role. Tilford will play Dr. Greg Evans, which may be a new love interest for Llanview's Rachel Gannon. His first airdate is set for Tuesday, June 23, 2009.
The CW television network has announced that they will be telecasting this year's Daytime Emmy awards, which will be held in Los Angeles at the Orpheum Theatre. The date has not been finalized, but it will probably air on August 31. This comes as good news for soap fans since ABC, CBS and NBC all have dropped plans for any future telecast of the event due to the decline in the Nielsen rating. The nominees will be announced on May 14.Timothy D. Stickney has returned as RJ Gannon.
Beginning on Thursday, April 16, 2009, soap vet David Forsyth (ex-John, AW) will start his recurring role as a priest, and will preside over Chloe's christening.
Actor Nathan Purdee returned as Hank Gannon on Wednesday, April 1, 2009.
Daphnee Duplaix (ex-Valerie, Passions) has taken over the role of Rachel Gannon, Nora's daughter. Her first airdate was on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.
Good news for Michael Easton (John McBain) fans! The actor has recently just signed a new contract to stay on with OLTL!
Crystal Hunt (ex-Lizzie Spaulding on Guiding Light) is playing the character of Stacy, Gigi's sister. She debuted on OLTL on Friday, February 6, 2009.
Dina Sipovich is playing the part of Becca. She joined the show on Wednesday, January 21.
Kamar de los Reyes (Antonio) has decided not to re-sign his contract with OLTL, and end his 10-year history with the show. The actor finished up his last taping on Monday, January 5, 2009.
Eddie Alderson (Matthew) has been put on contract with OLTL.
Brett Claywell (One Tree Hill) has been cast on OLTL as a new member of the Llanview PD. (Claywell was originally cast for the character of Schuyler, but the role was reconceived and was recast with another actor (see below).
Scott Clifton (ex- Dillion Quartermaine, General Hospital) is playing the new Llanview high faculty member named Schuyler (pronounced "skylar"). Clifton first appeared on Friday, January 9th.
Andrea Evans' last OLTL tape date as Tina Lord Roberts was on Friday, October 31.
Melissa Archer (Natalie) has just recently re-signed a new contract with OLTL.
January LaVoy (Noelle) and John Rue (Mo) will be staying around Llanview for awhile.
Florencia Lozano has returned to her former role of Tea Delgado, Todd Manning's ex-lawyer and former love interest.
David Fumero has inked a new deal with the show that will keep Cristian in Llanview for the foreseeable future.
Farah Fath (Gigi) and John-Paul Lavoisier (Rex) are dating in real life.
Farah Fath is playing the role of Gigi Morasco.
Actor Brian Kerwin is playing the role of Charlie Banks.
Phil Carey last aired as Asa Buchanan on Thursday, April 26, 2007. The 83-year old star died on Friday, February 6, 2009 just one week after his former co-star Clint Ritchie (ex-Clint Buchanan) also passed away.
Jerry verDorn, (Ross, Guiding Light) has inked a 4-year contract with OLTL to play the new Clint Buchanan. "Clint's" first airdate was on Tuesday, October 25. Jerry verDorn played the part of Ross James Marler on Guiding Light since 1979, and was one of GL's longest running characters.
Tika Sumpter is playing in the contract role of Layla Williamson, Evangeline's sister.
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