Soaps are known to bring back familiar faces for big weddings, funerals, and other family gatherings — like Thanksgiving! But Michael Graziadei, who returns to The Young and the Restless today, isn’t just coming back for turkey and a slice of pie. The actor, who first joined the show in 2004, is making his stay a more permanent one. During his eight-year-run in Genoa City, Daniel worked as a photographer, got caught surfing the web for porn at work (oops!), and had brief marriages to both Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) and Amber Moore (Adrienne Frantz). Perhaps “Graz” (as he’s affectionately known by cast and crew) is most remembered for the storyline in which Daniel played an indirect role in the death of beloved Cassie Newman (Camryn Grimes). Originally, it was believed that an inebriated Daniel was behind the wheel of the car crash that claimed Cassie’s life. However, Christine Williams...
- 11/21/2022
- TV Insider
Deacon continues to make waves on Y&r and Bold. Pic credit: CBS
Who is Deacon Sharpe on The Young and the Restless? That’s a question some Y&r fans are asking, as the character’s name has recently been brought up quite a bit.
Since Diane (Susan Walters) returned from the dead and revealed that Deacon (Sean Kanan) helped her fake her death, it was only a matter of time before Deacon had to face his actions.
Thanks to Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) and Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott) plotting to take down Diane, that moment is coming soon.
Another highly anticipated The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful crossover event is happening next week.
Nikki is headed to Los Angeles to have it out with Deacon, and he will soon find himself back in Genoa City.
So ahead of this big event, it’s time to have a little Deacon refresher.
Who is Deacon Sharpe on The Young and the Restless? That’s a question some Y&r fans are asking, as the character’s name has recently been brought up quite a bit.
Since Diane (Susan Walters) returned from the dead and revealed that Deacon (Sean Kanan) helped her fake her death, it was only a matter of time before Deacon had to face his actions.
Thanks to Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) and Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott) plotting to take down Diane, that moment is coming soon.
Another highly anticipated The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful crossover event is happening next week.
Nikki is headed to Los Angeles to have it out with Deacon, and he will soon find himself back in Genoa City.
So ahead of this big event, it’s time to have a little Deacon refresher.
- 9/13/2022
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Courtney Hope is departing Los Angeles for Genoa City. The former star of “The Bold and the Beautiful” posted a photo of herself on Instagram on August 20 wearing “The Young and the Restless” apparel with the caption, “This seems like a good fit.” Daytime Confidential subsequently confirmed that the actress is making the move from one soap to the other.
Hope first arrived on “B&b” in 2017 as Sally Spectra, the grandniece of a fashion mogul also named Sally Spectra and the granddaughter of Shirley Spectra (Patrika Darbo). The younger Sally was so obsessed with Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) that she pretended to be dying in order to keep him with her, and even kidnapped the woman he really loved, Flo (Katrina Bowden). Suffice it to say that didn’t pan out.
SEEAlison Sweeney returns to ‘Days of Our Lives,’ so fans will get some relief from the 2020 cast exodus
What...
Hope first arrived on “B&b” in 2017 as Sally Spectra, the grandniece of a fashion mogul also named Sally Spectra and the granddaughter of Shirley Spectra (Patrika Darbo). The younger Sally was so obsessed with Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) that she pretended to be dying in order to keep him with her, and even kidnapped the woman he really loved, Flo (Katrina Bowden). Suffice it to say that didn’t pan out.
SEEAlison Sweeney returns to ‘Days of Our Lives,’ so fans will get some relief from the 2020 cast exodus
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- 8/25/2020
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1981: Another World's Cecile and Jamie were held captive.
1986: The Young and the Restless' Sven charmed Katherine.
1994: All My Children's Erica broke down at Mona's grave.
2002: Barbara interrupted Hal and Emily's wedding on As the World Turns'."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1969: On The Doctors, amnesiac Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) realized she was becoming good friends with the husband she didn't remember, Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon).
1980: On Texas, Reena Cook (Carla Borelli) was pleased when Kevin (Lee Patterson) vowed to make their marriage...
1986: The Young and the Restless' Sven charmed Katherine.
1994: All My Children's Erica broke down at Mona's grave.
2002: Barbara interrupted Hal and Emily's wedding on As the World Turns'."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1969: On The Doctors, amnesiac Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) realized she was becoming good friends with the husband she didn't remember, Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon).
1980: On Texas, Reena Cook (Carla Borelli) was pleased when Kevin (Lee Patterson) vowed to make their marriage...
- 8/12/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
On Wednesday, July 24th, 2019, 2006 Wsop champion and poker philanthropist Jamie Gold hosted the 9th Annual Variety Charity Poker & Casino Night to benefit Variety The Children's Charity of Southern California.
Video: Kevin McHale Talks to Look To The Stars About Giving Back
Over 600 celebrities and entertainment executives played poker under the stars on the iconic Paramount Studios lot.
Bruce Buffer (the voice of the Ufc), kicked off the poker tournament with his signature catchphrase “It’s Time” and event host Jamie Gold invited guests to go All In for Variety’s Kids. Partygoers also enjoyed playing blackjack, roulette and craps.
Video: Look To The Stars Talks to Camryn Manheim
Guests enjoyed a gourmet dinner and a vintage treats bar featuring Twinkies, Cracker Jack and more. Variety SoCal supporters enjoyed the My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream Mochi BarTM with their delicious S’mores, Green Tea, Strawberry and Chocolate mocha ice cream and...
Video: Kevin McHale Talks to Look To The Stars About Giving Back
Over 600 celebrities and entertainment executives played poker under the stars on the iconic Paramount Studios lot.
Bruce Buffer (the voice of the Ufc), kicked off the poker tournament with his signature catchphrase “It’s Time” and event host Jamie Gold invited guests to go All In for Variety’s Kids. Partygoers also enjoyed playing blackjack, roulette and craps.
Video: Look To The Stars Talks to Camryn Manheim
Guests enjoyed a gourmet dinner and a vintage treats bar featuring Twinkies, Cracker Jack and more. Variety SoCal supporters enjoyed the My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream Mochi BarTM with their delicious S’mores, Green Tea, Strawberry and Chocolate mocha ice cream and...
- 7/26/2019
- Look to the Stars
1968: Dark Shadows' Carolyn fainted in the woods.
1993: All My Children's Tad's appeared to be in two places at once.
1994: Port Charles mourned B.J. at her memorial service on General Hospital.
1999: Another World's Joe made a stunning revelation."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1940: Radio soap opera Lone Journey, sometimes billed as "the distinguished American radio novel," debuted on NBC radio. Sandra Michael wrote the show in collaboration with her brother, Peter. The Montana setting was a place she had lived and...
1993: All My Children's Tad's appeared to be in two places at once.
1994: Port Charles mourned B.J. at her memorial service on General Hospital.
1999: Another World's Joe made a stunning revelation."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1940: Radio soap opera Lone Journey, sometimes billed as "the distinguished American radio novel," debuted on NBC radio. Sandra Michael wrote the show in collaboration with her brother, Peter. The Montana setting was a place she had lived and...
- 5/27/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1976: Mary made her Channel R News debut on Ryan's Hope.
1981: Another World's Mac was furious with Rachel.
1993: Bryan Dattilo debuted as Lucas on Days of our Lives.
2009: As the World Turns' Noah was kidnapped."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Another World, Katherine Corning (Ann Sheridan) left for San Francisco where she planned on packing up and moving back to Bay City to be near her daughter, Missy Palmer (Carol Roux). Actress Ann Sheridan died after a battle with cancer nine months...
1981: Another World's Mac was furious with Rachel.
1993: Bryan Dattilo debuted as Lucas on Days of our Lives.
2009: As the World Turns' Noah was kidnapped."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Another World, Katherine Corning (Ann Sheridan) left for San Francisco where she planned on packing up and moving back to Bay City to be near her daughter, Missy Palmer (Carol Roux). Actress Ann Sheridan died after a battle with cancer nine months...
- 4/16/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
“The Young and the Restless” star Kristoff St. John is being remembered as a “sweet prince” by one of his many former co-stars and colleagues who paid tribute following the actor’s passing on Sunday.
“The news of Kristoff St. John’s passing is heartbreaking,” Reads a joint statement from CBS Television Network and Sony Pictures Television, the studio that produces “Y&R”). “He was a very talented actor and an even better person. For those of us who were fortunate enough to work with him on ‘The Young and the Restless’ for the last 27 years, he was a beloved friend whose smile and infectious laugh made every day on set a joy and made audiences love him. On behalf of the Y&R cast and crew, CBS and Sony Pictures Television, we offer our heartfelt sympathy to his family and loved ones, especially his two daughters, Paris and Lola.
“The news of Kristoff St. John’s passing is heartbreaking,” Reads a joint statement from CBS Television Network and Sony Pictures Television, the studio that produces “Y&R”). “He was a very talented actor and an even better person. For those of us who were fortunate enough to work with him on ‘The Young and the Restless’ for the last 27 years, he was a beloved friend whose smile and infectious laugh made every day on set a joy and made audiences love him. On behalf of the Y&R cast and crew, CBS and Sony Pictures Television, we offer our heartfelt sympathy to his family and loved ones, especially his two daughters, Paris and Lola.
- 2/4/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Refresh for updates Eric Braeden was among the costars, colleagues and admirers of Kristoff St. John expressing shock and sorrow over news that the actor, most famous for his long-running role on CBS’ The Young and the Restless, died Sunday at age 52.
“No words right now,” tweeted a heartbroken Braeden, St. John’s long-running Yatr co-star.
“This news has truly broken my heart,” tweeted Yvette Nicole Brown. “Kristoff was pure & so kind. I will never forget how wonderful he was to me and everyone else he came into contact with. He was just a good, good man.”
Young and the Restless actress Alice Hunter tweeted, “May he be met with the comforting arms of his beloved son and may their gentle souls rest together for eternity.”.
Actor Stan Shaw,...
“No words right now,” tweeted a heartbroken Braeden, St. John’s long-running Yatr co-star.
“This news has truly broken my heart,” tweeted Yvette Nicole Brown. “Kristoff was pure & so kind. I will never forget how wonderful he was to me and everyone else he came into contact with. He was just a good, good man.”
Young and the Restless actress Alice Hunter tweeted, “May he be met with the comforting arms of his beloved son and may their gentle souls rest together for eternity.”.
Actor Stan Shaw,...
- 2/4/2019
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
1975: Another World expanded to an hour full-time.
1983: Felicia Gallant arrived in Another World's Bay City.
1986: General Hospital's Monica was at odds with Alan.
1997: Aaron Spelling's Sunset Beach premiered on NBC."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Peyton Place, Rodney Harrington (Ryan O'Neal) visited Allison Mackenzie (Mia Farrow) at Doctors Hospital. She had told Rodney she loved him on the day of his arraignment but she no longer remembered her feelings for him. The episode was written by Sonya Roberts and Rita Lakin.
1983: Felicia Gallant arrived in Another World's Bay City.
1986: General Hospital's Monica was at odds with Alan.
1997: Aaron Spelling's Sunset Beach premiered on NBC."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Peyton Place, Rodney Harrington (Ryan O'Neal) visited Allison Mackenzie (Mia Farrow) at Doctors Hospital. She had told Rodney she loved him on the day of his arraignment but she no longer remembered her feelings for him. The episode was written by Sonya Roberts and Rita Lakin.
- 1/15/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1979: Brian and Paige were married on The Edge of Night.
1983: Kim Zimmer debuted as Reva Shayne on Guiding Light.
1995: General Hospital's Sonny said goodbye to Stone.
1996: Gh's Edward had a Thanksgiving nightmare."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Dark Shadows, Matthew (Thayer David) had just begun to strangle Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) when Liz (Joan Bennett) burst into the cottage.
1975: The final CBS episode of The Edge of Night aired. The network also aired the last half-hour episode of As the World Turns,...
1983: Kim Zimmer debuted as Reva Shayne on Guiding Light.
1995: General Hospital's Sonny said goodbye to Stone.
1996: Gh's Edward had a Thanksgiving nightmare."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Dark Shadows, Matthew (Thayer David) had just begun to strangle Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) when Liz (Joan Bennett) burst into the cottage.
1975: The final CBS episode of The Edge of Night aired. The network also aired the last half-hour episode of As the World Turns,...
- 11/28/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1972: Emmerdale Farm premiered.
1985: Atwt's Holden introduced himself as the new stable boy.
1985: Theo died on Days of our Lives.
1992: Days of our Lives' Isabella died."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: Irna Phillips' The Right to Happiness, a spinoff of popular radio soap opera The Guiding Light, premiered on the NBC Blue Network. The show initially focused on the character Rose Kransky from Guiding Light but eventually Carolyn Allen (played first by Eloise Kummer and then Claudia Morgan) took center stage. Carolyn remained the central character of the program until the series...
1985: Atwt's Holden introduced himself as the new stable boy.
1985: Theo died on Days of our Lives.
1992: Days of our Lives' Isabella died."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: Irna Phillips' The Right to Happiness, a spinoff of popular radio soap opera The Guiding Light, premiered on the NBC Blue Network. The show initially focused on the character Rose Kransky from Guiding Light but eventually Carolyn Allen (played first by Eloise Kummer and then Claudia Morgan) took center stage. Carolyn remained the central character of the program until the series...
- 10/17/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1981: Another World's Cecile and Jamie were held captive.
1986: The Young and the Restless' Sven charmed Katherine.
1994: All My Children's Erica broke down at Mona's grave.
2002: As the World Turns' Barbara interrupted Hal and
Emily's wedding."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1969: On The Doctors, amnesiac Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) realized she was becoming good friends with the husband she didn't remember, Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon).
1980: On Texas, Reena Cook (Carla Borelli) was pleased when Kevin (Lee Patterson) vowed to make their marriage work regardless of living in Houston or Bay City.
1981: On Another World,...
1986: The Young and the Restless' Sven charmed Katherine.
1994: All My Children's Erica broke down at Mona's grave.
2002: As the World Turns' Barbara interrupted Hal and
Emily's wedding."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1969: On The Doctors, amnesiac Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) realized she was becoming good friends with the husband she didn't remember, Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon).
1980: On Texas, Reena Cook (Carla Borelli) was pleased when Kevin (Lee Patterson) vowed to make their marriage work regardless of living in Houston or Bay City.
1981: On Another World,...
- 8/12/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1968: Dark Shadows' Carolyn fainted in the woods.
1993: AMC's Tad's appeared to be in two places at once.
1994: B.J.'s memorial service on General Hospital.
1999: Another World's Joe made a stunning revelation."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1940: Radio soap opera Lone Journey, sometimes billed as "the distinguished American radio novel," debuted on NBC radio. Sandra Michael wrote the show in collaboration with her brother,...
1993: AMC's Tad's appeared to be in two places at once.
1994: B.J.'s memorial service on General Hospital.
1999: Another World's Joe made a stunning revelation."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1940: Radio soap opera Lone Journey, sometimes billed as "the distinguished American radio novel," debuted on NBC radio. Sandra Michael wrote the show in collaboration with her brother,...
- 5/30/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1960: Eileen Fulton debuted on As the World Turns. 1979: Pat
struggled to get past his religious differences with Nancy on
Ryan's Hope. 1990: The final episode of Falcon Crest.
1994: General Hospital's Maxie received B.J.'s heart."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1960: Eileen Fulton debuted in the role of Lisa Miller on As The World Turns. She would play the iconic role for most of...
struggled to get past his religious differences with Nancy on
Ryan's Hope. 1990: The final episode of Falcon Crest.
1994: General Hospital's Maxie received B.J.'s heart."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1960: Eileen Fulton debuted in the role of Lisa Miller on As The World Turns. She would play the iconic role for most of...
- 5/18/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1976: Mary made her Channel R News debut on Ryan's Hope.
1981: Another World's Mac was furious with Rachel.
1993: Bryan Dattilo debuted as Lucas on Days of our Lives.
2009: As the World Turns' Noah was kidnapped."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Another World, Katherine Corning (Ann Sheridan) left for San Francisco where she planned on packing up and moving back to Bay City to be near her daughter,...
1981: Another World's Mac was furious with Rachel.
1993: Bryan Dattilo debuted as Lucas on Days of our Lives.
2009: As the World Turns' Noah was kidnapped."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Another World, Katherine Corning (Ann Sheridan) left for San Francisco where she planned on packing up and moving back to Bay City to be near her daughter,...
- 4/15/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Reign Edwards joined the cast of “The Bold and the Beautiful” in 2015 as Nicole Avant and has been nominated for Best Younger Actress twice in a row (2016-2017), but she’s still awaiting her first win. The good news for her is that neither of the actresses who defeated her before are in the running this year. Does that give her a clear path to victory? If so, she would make history as only the second woman of color to win this award.
When Edwards first contended in 2016 the award went to True O’Brien for playing Paige Larson on “Days of Our Lives,” but her character had been killed off, so she didn’t return to defend her Emmy title the next year. It was Lexi Ainsworth who ended up prevailing in 2017 as Kristina Davis on “General Hospital.” Ainsworth remained on “Gh” until October 2017, but she’s not on the pre-nominations ballot this year.
When Edwards first contended in 2016 the award went to True O’Brien for playing Paige Larson on “Days of Our Lives,” but her character had been killed off, so she didn’t return to defend her Emmy title the next year. It was Lexi Ainsworth who ended up prevailing in 2017 as Kristina Davis on “General Hospital.” Ainsworth remained on “Gh” until October 2017, but she’s not on the pre-nominations ballot this year.
- 3/9/2018
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1975: Another World expanded to an hour full-time.
1983: Felicia Gallant arrived in Another World's Bay City.
1986: General Hospital's Monica was at odds with Alan.
1997: Aaron Spelling's Sunset Beach premiered on NBC."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Peyton Place, Rodney Harrington (Ryan O'Neal) visited Allison Mackenzie (Mia Farrow) at Doctors Hospital. She had told Rodney she loved him on the day of his arraignment but she no longer remembered her feelings for him. The episode was written by Sonya Roberts and Rita Lakin. Lakin went on to become head writer of daytime soap opera The Doctors.
1983: Felicia Gallant arrived in Another World's Bay City.
1986: General Hospital's Monica was at odds with Alan.
1997: Aaron Spelling's Sunset Beach premiered on NBC."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Peyton Place, Rodney Harrington (Ryan O'Neal) visited Allison Mackenzie (Mia Farrow) at Doctors Hospital. She had told Rodney she loved him on the day of his arraignment but she no longer remembered her feelings for him. The episode was written by Sonya Roberts and Rita Lakin. Lakin went on to become head writer of daytime soap opera The Doctors.
- 1/14/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
FaveParenting is hosting its Inaugural “A Day of Thanks & Giving” event at The Garland Hotel in North Hollywood, CA.
Celebrities, military, brands and families will come together to honor our military and first responders. Attendees are asked to bring diapers, unwrapped toys or new clothes to donate.
Celebrate the Military Child is the charitable partner of FaveParenting and will deliver items directly to military families. The event educates families on brands along with speaking topics on Babywearing 101 and Technology and Your Child. Attendees will receive Ju-Ju-Be gift bags filled with items from event sponsors.
Host Committee: Shiri Appleby, Nadia Bjorlin, Angelique Cabral, Emma Caulfield, Scott Clifton, Emilie de Ravin, Nikki Deloach, Jennifer Finnigan, Abby Ryder Fortson, Adrienne Frantz, Jason George, Shanelle Gray, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Katie Lowes, Sean Maguire, Gilles Marini, Angel Parker, Khary Payton, Sally Pressman, Michael Rady, Michael Raymond-James, Autumn Reeser, Drew Roy, KaDee Strickland, Annie Tedesco, Robin Tunney,...
Celebrities, military, brands and families will come together to honor our military and first responders. Attendees are asked to bring diapers, unwrapped toys or new clothes to donate.
Celebrate the Military Child is the charitable partner of FaveParenting and will deliver items directly to military families. The event educates families on brands along with speaking topics on Babywearing 101 and Technology and Your Child. Attendees will receive Ju-Ju-Be gift bags filled with items from event sponsors.
Host Committee: Shiri Appleby, Nadia Bjorlin, Angelique Cabral, Emma Caulfield, Scott Clifton, Emilie de Ravin, Nikki Deloach, Jennifer Finnigan, Abby Ryder Fortson, Adrienne Frantz, Jason George, Shanelle Gray, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Katie Lowes, Sean Maguire, Gilles Marini, Angel Parker, Khary Payton, Sally Pressman, Michael Rady, Michael Raymond-James, Autumn Reeser, Drew Roy, KaDee Strickland, Annie Tedesco, Robin Tunney,...
- 11/17/2017
- Look to the Stars
Emmy Award-winning actress Adrienne Frantz is suing for $5 million after being bitten by a dog while filming a scene for a movie in Ottawa. Frantz, now 39, was shooting a love scene with Canadian actor John Cor on the set of “The Perfect Girlfriend” when the dog attacked her in 2014. In an interview with The Ottawa […]...
- 8/3/2017
- by Shakiel Mahjouri
- ET Canada
On TV this Tuesday: The Young and the Restless remembers a great lady (and the woman she played), Luther is back on the beat, Jon Stewart reclaims his Daily Show throne and one of Lisa Kudrow’s Friends makes a Therapy appointment. Here are 10 programs to keep on your radar.
Check local listings The Young and the Restless (CBS) | The daytime staple honors its grande dame Jeanne Cooper (who passed away in May) with the first episode of a two-part memorial service for her character Katherine Chancellor. Cooper’s real-life son Corbin Bernsen (Psych) returns as Father Todd, who presides over the event,...
Check local listings The Young and the Restless (CBS) | The daytime staple honors its grande dame Jeanne Cooper (who passed away in May) with the first episode of a two-part memorial service for her character Katherine Chancellor. Cooper’s real-life son Corbin Bernsen (Psych) returns as Father Todd, who presides over the event,...
- 9/3/2013
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
HBO’s Girls is going Instagram-wild in its new promo.
The following teaser for the acclaimed comedy’s upcoming Season 3 (bowing in 2014) is made up of an abundance of behind-the-scenes photos, seemingly pulled from the beloved iPhone app.
Press Play below for tons of little glimpses at Lena Dunham & Co. in action, then hit the comments with your snappy judgements.
Ready for more of today’s TV dish? Well…
• The Young and the Restless will pay tribute to late suds vet Jeanne Cooper’s Genoa City dame Katherine Chancellor with two alumni-packed episodes airing Sept. 3 and 4. Per TV Guide Magazine,...
The following teaser for the acclaimed comedy’s upcoming Season 3 (bowing in 2014) is made up of an abundance of behind-the-scenes photos, seemingly pulled from the beloved iPhone app.
Press Play below for tons of little glimpses at Lena Dunham & Co. in action, then hit the comments with your snappy judgements.
Ready for more of today’s TV dish? Well…
• The Young and the Restless will pay tribute to late suds vet Jeanne Cooper’s Genoa City dame Katherine Chancellor with two alumni-packed episodes airing Sept. 3 and 4. Per TV Guide Magazine,...
- 8/19/2013
- by Megan Masters
- TVLine.com
Release Date: Dec. 20, 2011
Price: DVD $19.95
Studio: Vanguard
Michael Muhney is a self-centered actor in Act Your Age.
The 2009 independent comedy-drama film Act Your Age looks at society’s obsession, and often distate, with the age.
The movie stars Michael Muhney (TV’s Veronica Mars) as Lake, a young theater actor with no respect for the elderly, who’s forced to make himself look old in order to land a part in a Broadway-bound play. After his egotism drives his girlfriend away, Lake begins to do research for the play, which requires him to spend a week in a nursing home. Not surprisingly, the experience compels him to review his life choices and views.
Co-written by Muhney and director Robin Christian (Disconnect), Act Your Age (originally entitled Angst) also stars Adrienne Frantz (TV’s The Bold & the Beautiful), Amber Benson (TV’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and Pat Morita (the original...
Price: DVD $19.95
Studio: Vanguard
Michael Muhney is a self-centered actor in Act Your Age.
The 2009 independent comedy-drama film Act Your Age looks at society’s obsession, and often distate, with the age.
The movie stars Michael Muhney (TV’s Veronica Mars) as Lake, a young theater actor with no respect for the elderly, who’s forced to make himself look old in order to land a part in a Broadway-bound play. After his egotism drives his girlfriend away, Lake begins to do research for the play, which requires him to spend a week in a nursing home. Not surprisingly, the experience compels him to review his life choices and views.
Co-written by Muhney and director Robin Christian (Disconnect), Act Your Age (originally entitled Angst) also stars Adrienne Frantz (TV’s The Bold & the Beautiful), Amber Benson (TV’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and Pat Morita (the original...
- 9/8/2011
- by Laurence
- Disc Dish
On Episode 2.87, We Love Soaps TV travels to the Daytime Emmy Awards in Las Vegas to speak with the cast of The Bold And The Beautiful including Bradley P. Bell, Ed Scott, Heather Tom, Scott Clifton, Rodney Saulsberry, Adrienne Frantz, Winsor Harmon and Kim Matula.
Related:
- Opinion: The Good and Mostly Bad of the Daytime Emmy Telecast
- Photos: Daytime Emmy Awards Red Carpet
- Photos: Daytime Emmy Awards Press Room
- Winners: 38th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards
- Photos: Daytime Emmy Creative Arts Awards
- Winners: 38th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards
- We Love Soaps TV 2.73 Caroll Spinney & Oscar the Grouch
- We Love Soaps TV 2.74 Crystal Chappell & Kim Turrisi
- We Love Soaps TV 2.75 Martha Byrne & Lisa Brown
- We Love Soaps TV 2.76 General Hospital at the Creative Emmys
- We Love Soaps TV 2.77 Judi Evans & Steve Wilkos
- We Love Soaps TV...
Related:
- Opinion: The Good and Mostly Bad of the Daytime Emmy Telecast
- Photos: Daytime Emmy Awards Red Carpet
- Photos: Daytime Emmy Awards Press Room
- Winners: 38th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards
- Photos: Daytime Emmy Creative Arts Awards
- Winners: 38th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards
- We Love Soaps TV 2.73 Caroll Spinney & Oscar the Grouch
- We Love Soaps TV 2.74 Crystal Chappell & Kim Turrisi
- We Love Soaps TV 2.75 Martha Byrne & Lisa Brown
- We Love Soaps TV 2.76 General Hospital at the Creative Emmys
- We Love Soaps TV 2.77 Judi Evans & Steve Wilkos
- We Love Soaps TV...
- 7/1/2011
- by We Love Soaps TV
- We Love Soaps
On this date in...
1999: Christopher Goutman took over as executive producer of As The World Turns.
2002: Carly thanked Jason for not telling Sonny the truth on General Hospital.
Celebrating a birthday today are:
Kim Rhodes (ex-Cindy, Another World/As The World Turns) - 42
Adrienne Frantz (Amber, The Young And The Restless/The Bold And The Beautiful/L.A. Diaries) - 33
Daryn Strauss (Beth, Downsized)...
1999: Christopher Goutman took over as executive producer of As The World Turns.
2002: Carly thanked Jason for not telling Sonny the truth on General Hospital.
Celebrating a birthday today are:
Kim Rhodes (ex-Cindy, Another World/As The World Turns) - 42
Adrienne Frantz (Amber, The Young And The Restless/The Bold And The Beautiful/L.A. Diaries) - 33
Daryn Strauss (Beth, Downsized)...
- 6/7/2011
- by We Love Soaps TV
- We Love Soaps
On this date in...
1936: Ann Williams, future actress in roles such as Margo on The Edge Of Night, Eunice on Search For Tomorrow and Maggie on The Doctors was born. Williams died of cancer on December 13, 1985 at the age of 49.
1960: Eileen Fulton debuted in the role of Lisa on As The World Turns. She would play the part for most of the next 50 years.
1982: At the 9th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, winners included Guiding Light (Drama Series, Writing), Anthony Geary, Robin Strasser, David Lewis and Dorothy Lyman.
2001: At the 28th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, winners included As The World Turns (Drama Series, Writing), David Canary, Martha Byrne, Michael E. Knight, Lesli Kay, Justin Torkildsen and Adrienne Frantz.
Celebrating a birthday today are:
Priscilla Pointer (ex-Rebecca, Dallas) - 87
Robert Morse (Bertram, Mad Men; ex-Harry, All My Children) - 80
Gail Strickland (ex-Dorcas, Dark Shadows; ex-Veronica, Dallas; ex-Katherine, Melrose Place...
1936: Ann Williams, future actress in roles such as Margo on The Edge Of Night, Eunice on Search For Tomorrow and Maggie on The Doctors was born. Williams died of cancer on December 13, 1985 at the age of 49.
1960: Eileen Fulton debuted in the role of Lisa on As The World Turns. She would play the part for most of the next 50 years.
1982: At the 9th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, winners included Guiding Light (Drama Series, Writing), Anthony Geary, Robin Strasser, David Lewis and Dorothy Lyman.
2001: At the 28th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, winners included As The World Turns (Drama Series, Writing), David Canary, Martha Byrne, Michael E. Knight, Lesli Kay, Justin Torkildsen and Adrienne Frantz.
Celebrating a birthday today are:
Priscilla Pointer (ex-Rebecca, Dallas) - 87
Robert Morse (Bertram, Mad Men; ex-Harry, All My Children) - 80
Gail Strickland (ex-Dorcas, Dark Shadows; ex-Veronica, Dallas; ex-Katherine, Melrose Place...
- 5/18/2011
- by We Love Soaps TV
- We Love Soaps
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) in cooperation with the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS), today announced the Drama Performer Pre-Nominations for the 38th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards.
A preliminary Daytime drama performer ballot, containing each of the six performer categories, was assigned to registered, eligible peer voters. This ballot contained the full list of all entrants submitted from each show and each voter was entitled to select as many candidates as they believed worthy of Emmy® consideration. The candidates below, who received the highest number of votes for each show in each category, now advance to the final at-home screening round, due to be conducted in March and April, 2011, which will determine both nominees and winners.
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series
All My Children, ABC
Rebecca Budig, as Greenlee Hayward
Alicia Minshew, as Kendall Slater
Debbi Morgan, as Angie Hubbard
As The World Turns,...
A preliminary Daytime drama performer ballot, containing each of the six performer categories, was assigned to registered, eligible peer voters. This ballot contained the full list of all entrants submitted from each show and each voter was entitled to select as many candidates as they believed worthy of Emmy® consideration. The candidates below, who received the highest number of votes for each show in each category, now advance to the final at-home screening round, due to be conducted in March and April, 2011, which will determine both nominees and winners.
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series
All My Children, ABC
Rebecca Budig, as Greenlee Hayward
Alicia Minshew, as Kendall Slater
Debbi Morgan, as Angie Hubbard
As The World Turns,...
- 2/27/2011
- by We Love Soaps TV
- We Love Soaps
Adrienne Frantz attends The Bold and the Beautiful 6,000th episode celebration at CBS Studios in Los Angeles.Photo copyright Tommaso Boddi / PR Photos. Katherine Kelly Lang and Lesley-Anne Down attend The Bold and the Beautifu 6,000th episode celebration at CBS Studios in Los Angeles.Photo copyright Tommaso Boddi / PR Photos. Adrienne Frantz attends The Bold and the Beautiful 6,000th episode celebration at CBS Studios in Los Angeles.Photo copyright Tommaso Boddi / PR Photos. Jacqueline MacInnes Wood attends The Bold and the Beautiful 6,000th episode celebration at CBS Studios in Los Angeles.Photo copyright Tommaso Boddi / PR Photos. Jack Wagner attends The Bold and the Beautiful 6,000th episode celebration at CBS Studios in Los Angeles.Photo...
- 2/9/2011
- by Michelle Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Filed under: Reality-Free, TV News
'Young and the Restless' star Tonya Lee Williams will be crossing over to 'The Bold & the Beautiful' in February, playing the same character.
This isn't the first crossover between the two CBS soaps. In 2010, Amber (Adrienne Frantz) ditched Genoa City to return to the Forrester crowd in her original Los Angeles. And Don Diamont's Brad died on 'Y&R' only to be transformed into Bill Spencer, Jr. on 'B&B.'
What's interesting about Williams' crossover is that she has never been on 'B&B' and will play Dr. Olivia Barber on that show as she has on 'Y&R.' The impetus is that a current 'B&B' character, Justin Barber (Aaron D. Spears), turns out to be her cousin -- a secret that headwriter Bradley Bell has been keeping from viewers since Justin first appeared.
The crossover is set for Feb. 1 and...
'Young and the Restless' star Tonya Lee Williams will be crossing over to 'The Bold & the Beautiful' in February, playing the same character.
This isn't the first crossover between the two CBS soaps. In 2010, Amber (Adrienne Frantz) ditched Genoa City to return to the Forrester crowd in her original Los Angeles. And Don Diamont's Brad died on 'Y&R' only to be transformed into Bill Spencer, Jr. on 'B&B.'
What's interesting about Williams' crossover is that she has never been on 'B&B' and will play Dr. Olivia Barber on that show as she has on 'Y&R.' The impetus is that a current 'B&B' character, Justin Barber (Aaron D. Spears), turns out to be her cousin -- a secret that headwriter Bradley Bell has been keeping from viewers since Justin first appeared.
The crossover is set for Feb. 1 and...
- 1/12/2011
- by Allison Waldman
- Aol TV.
The doctor is in — and he's looking just like Cruz Castillo! That much-loved Emmy winner A Martinez of Santa Barbara fame is joining The Bold and the Beautiful for a guest stint starting February 9. His character, Dr. Ramon Montgomery, will be introduced as a close friend and personal physician to wily Bill Spencer (Don Diamont), who has a big mess on his hands. By the time Ramon hits the scene, sexypants Amber (Adrienne Frantz) will be claiming ...
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- 1/11/2011
- by Michael Logan
- TVGuide - Breaking News
We know -- it's more than six weeks until Christmas, and you're already being assaulted by store displays and ads on TV and radio.
Still, we can get behind the kind of Yuletide-themed event "Dancing With the Stars" co-host Brooke Burke held at her home over the weekend.
Burke, her boyfriend David Charvet and several other celebs gathered for the second annual Hallmark Celebri-Tree Holiday Open House Sunday (Nov. 7). The guests autographed numerous Hallmark items (including ornaments, recordable storybooks and greeting cards) that will go up for auction starting Thursday (you can bid on them here). Proceeds will benefit the Vfw Foundation.
Among the attendees at the open house were "Dancing" contestants Kyle Massey and Florence Henderson, Henderson's "Dwts" partner Corky Ballas, "The Biggest Loser" host Alison Sweeney, Ali Landry and soap stars Adrienne Frantz and Greg Vaughan, among others. A couple more photos are after the jump.
Burke with her "Dwts" cohorts Corky Ballas,...
Still, we can get behind the kind of Yuletide-themed event "Dancing With the Stars" co-host Brooke Burke held at her home over the weekend.
Burke, her boyfriend David Charvet and several other celebs gathered for the second annual Hallmark Celebri-Tree Holiday Open House Sunday (Nov. 7). The guests autographed numerous Hallmark items (including ornaments, recordable storybooks and greeting cards) that will go up for auction starting Thursday (you can bid on them here). Proceeds will benefit the Vfw Foundation.
Among the attendees at the open house were "Dancing" contestants Kyle Massey and Florence Henderson, Henderson's "Dwts" partner Corky Ballas, "The Biggest Loser" host Alison Sweeney, Ali Landry and soap stars Adrienne Frantz and Greg Vaughan, among others. A couple more photos are after the jump.
Burke with her "Dwts" cohorts Corky Ballas,...
- 11/9/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Some things never change. And yahoo for that! Suds icon Andrea Evans is heading back to The Bold and the Beautiful after a 10-year absence to play Tawny, the trailer-trash gold-digger who spawned that royal pain Amber Moore (Adrienne Frantz). As usual, Tawny will be looking for a hand-out and intends to hit up her kid, whom she thinks is doing well in the L.A. fashion biz. She has no idea Amber recently got canned.
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- 11/8/2010
- by Michael Logan
- TVGuide - Breaking News
The latest Big Brother showmance will follow in the footsteps of Jeff Schroeder and Jordan Lloyd by making its debut in CBS daytime next month: Rachel Reilly and Brendon Villegas, a.k.a. Brenchel, will appear in two episodes of The Bold and the Beautiful on Oct. 25 and 26. Reilly will play a waitress and Villegas, a bartender in a scene with Hope (Kim Matula), Liam (Scott Clifton), Bill (Don Diamont), Katie (Heather Tom), and Amber (Adrienne Frantz).
Reached by EW, Reilly acknowledged that the role wasn’t much of a stretch — she worked as a VIP waitress in Las Vegas,...
Reached by EW, Reilly acknowledged that the role wasn’t much of a stretch — she worked as a VIP waitress in Las Vegas,...
- 9/28/2010
- by Lynette Rice
- EW - Inside Movies
Filed under: TV News
Adrienne Frantz and Scott Clifton have been added to the cast of last year's Emmy winner for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, 'The Bold and the Beautiful,' according to Soap Central.
Frantz will reprise her role as Amber Moore, a role she originated in 1997. Frantz played the same role on 'The Young and the Restless' until about two weeks ago, when her character decided to return to Los Angeles to take care of her son, Eric.
Amber's return should spice things up a bit, considering her juicy past on the show. Two of her previous love interests -- Rick and Thomas Forrester -- are currently unattached, so here's hoping that she stirs things up with one (or both) of them.
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Adrienne Frantz and Scott Clifton have been added to the cast of last year's Emmy winner for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, 'The Bold and the Beautiful,' according to Soap Central.
Frantz will reprise her role as Amber Moore, a role she originated in 1997. Frantz played the same role on 'The Young and the Restless' until about two weeks ago, when her character decided to return to Los Angeles to take care of her son, Eric.
Amber's return should spice things up a bit, considering her juicy past on the show. Two of her previous love interests -- Rick and Thomas Forrester -- are currently unattached, so here's hoping that she stirs things up with one (or both) of them.
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- 5/24/2010
- by Allison Waldman
- Aol TV.
Daytime television's hottest stars glammed it up for the red carpet at the Emmy Awards Sunday, where bright hues and silky frocks ruled the red carpet! Tell "Extra" -- Which fierce fashionista looked the best at the awards show?
Best Dressed Daytime Emmy AwardsTatyana Ali
Tyra Banks
Jennie Garth
Lori Loughlin
Susan Lucci
Rachael Ray
Bree Williamson
Rachel Zeskind
Lindsay Hartley
Renee Jones
Brenda Dickson
Laura Wright
Melissa Claire Egan
Shelley Hennig
Noelle Beck
Katherine Kelly Lang...
Best Dressed Daytime Emmy AwardsTatyana Ali
Tyra Banks
Jennie Garth
Lori Loughlin
Susan Lucci
Rachael Ray
Bree Williamson
Rachel Zeskind
Lindsay Hartley
Renee Jones
Brenda Dickson
Laura Wright
Melissa Claire Egan
Shelley Hennig
Noelle Beck
Katherine Kelly Lang...
- 8/31/2009
- Extra
Us actress Ashley Jones arrives at the 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards held at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, USA on 30 August 2009. Epa/Nina Prommer Us actress Portia De Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres arrive at the 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards held at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, USA on 30 August 2009. Epa/Nina Prommer Us actress Adrienne Frantz arrives at the 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards held at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, USA on 30 August 2009. Epa/Nina Prommer Us actress Lori Loughlin arrives at the 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards held at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, USA on 30 August 2009. Epa/Nina Prommer Us actress Lori Loughlin...
- 8/31/2009
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
In "Jimmy Zip", which received its world premiere at the Hollywood Film Festival, a 16-year-old budding juvenile delinquent with a thing for pyromania runs away from his abusive home for life on the street, whereupon he is promptly offered a job as a delivery boy for an equally abusive drug lord/pimp. Along the way he meets an imposing welder-sculptor with Tourette's syndrome who teaches him how to channel his incendiary impulses into making junkyard art.
Serving up a veritable cornucopia of rickety screen cliches (except for maybe the twitchy scrap-metal guy), writer-director Robert McGinley's straight-faced feature feels like one of "Rushmore"'s epic school plays minus the satirical irreverence.
There's a naive artificiality to the production's idea of grit, which also extends to the casting. As the title character, baby-faced Brendan Fletcher has a Leonardo DiCaprio pout and a habit of expressing rage and frustration by kicking his bike or punching walls. Playing his potential love interest, world-weary Sheila, Adrienne Frantz seems to be paying tribute to Jodie Foster in "Taxi Driver", but the only street she appears to have spent any convincing time around is "Sesame Street".
Elsewhere, the usually effective Chris Mulkey is halfheartedly menacing as Rick the heavy. Only Robert Gossett, as gentle junkyard giant Horace, manages to strike an original chord as the boy's rather unorthodox father figure.
But ultimately, Jimmy's life-affirming journey ends up amounting to, well, zip.
JIMMY ZIP
Incendiary Arts
An Image Network production
Director-screenwriter: Robert McGinley
Producer: Robert McGinley
Director of photography: Christopher Tufty
Production designer: Mick Strawn
Editor: Howard Flaer
Music: Geoff Levin
Costume designer: Lisa Dyehouse-Snee
Color/stereo
Cast:
Jimmy Zip: Brendan Fletcher
Sheila: Adrienne Frantz
Rick: Chris Mulkey
Horace: Robert Gossett
Otis: James Russo
Running time -- 112 minutes
No MPAA rating...
Serving up a veritable cornucopia of rickety screen cliches (except for maybe the twitchy scrap-metal guy), writer-director Robert McGinley's straight-faced feature feels like one of "Rushmore"'s epic school plays minus the satirical irreverence.
There's a naive artificiality to the production's idea of grit, which also extends to the casting. As the title character, baby-faced Brendan Fletcher has a Leonardo DiCaprio pout and a habit of expressing rage and frustration by kicking his bike or punching walls. Playing his potential love interest, world-weary Sheila, Adrienne Frantz seems to be paying tribute to Jodie Foster in "Taxi Driver", but the only street she appears to have spent any convincing time around is "Sesame Street".
Elsewhere, the usually effective Chris Mulkey is halfheartedly menacing as Rick the heavy. Only Robert Gossett, as gentle junkyard giant Horace, manages to strike an original chord as the boy's rather unorthodox father figure.
But ultimately, Jimmy's life-affirming journey ends up amounting to, well, zip.
JIMMY ZIP
Incendiary Arts
An Image Network production
Director-screenwriter: Robert McGinley
Producer: Robert McGinley
Director of photography: Christopher Tufty
Production designer: Mick Strawn
Editor: Howard Flaer
Music: Geoff Levin
Costume designer: Lisa Dyehouse-Snee
Color/stereo
Cast:
Jimmy Zip: Brendan Fletcher
Sheila: Adrienne Frantz
Rick: Chris Mulkey
Horace: Robert Gossett
Otis: James Russo
Running time -- 112 minutes
No MPAA rating...
- 8/16/1999
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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