Things don't look so good for Renee Goldsberry, who created the role of One Life to Live's determined defense attorney Evangeline Williamson in February 2003. Originally intended as a recurring role, she was put on contract in April 2003, however at press time, current contract negotiations have reached a stalemate. While nothing official has been posted on the actress' official website, according to Soap Opera Weekly editor Carolyn Hinsey's weekly SOAP DISH column (published April 6th), Goldsberry reportedly asked for the "stars" and was given a firm "no." She walked consequently in soap opera "tradition", Goldsberry's character will soon fall into a coma, reversible only if the actress changes her mind. "We don't comment on rumors or contracts," responded a rep for the show.
herbst, it comes from the saying "the sun, the moon & the stars". IOW TPTB felt she was asking for too much.
i've read in numerous places she wanted more *outs* than they were willing to give her. last i heard she left the set last week. her character will be put in a coma (oh god!). whether or not she comes out will depend on if she signs or not.
lots of speculation that TSJ declined to sign his deal at the last minute. some say he wants more *stars* & some say he's holding out so they give REG what she wants.....more money & those damn stars again. i'm hoping that is not true. whatever deal REG gets or doesn't has not a thing to do w/TSJ & his negotiations.
also lots of spec that RH was offered a comeback deal b/c he's also unhappy w/what his soap has offereed him. i never cared for his version of todd so i'm hoping he stays put tho i know that's not a popular opinion. raven seems to confirm that abc did at least approach RH.
kris
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Well I do love Evangeline and Todd, but at the same time could care less if they stay or go...
I would love, love, love Roger to come back. I still miss him. I always have to picture his face on TSJ in order to believe he's Todd. ((If only TSJ was Walker all this time.))