It's that time again so pull up a chair and get ready to sit a spell as I throw a few suds your way.
I told you last week that a leading lady had her foot half way out the door at OLTL and now both feet are on the other side. Christina Chambers has indeed been let go from OLTL as Marty Saybrooke. As I mentioned here the past two weeks, we have lots of casting shake ups coming and mainly for OLTL. OLTL will look a bit different here soon with so many exiting the canvas (mainly female). More focus on the vets and a major recast on the horizon. A huge casting upset is about to shake up the show but OLTL has something up it's sleeve so don't be so quick to riot in the streets just yet.
One younger leading lady is being phased out slowly as she has every intention of leaving when her contract ends. Her leading man won't be lonely for long when Gigi comes along (though Gigi may be a mere wrench for now). Either way she's out. ABC is pulling out all the stops to get a certain Buchanan beauty to stick around so they are letting her know how loved she is early because they don't want to blow this one. Could the impossible happen? Can a major return be in the works? From what I am hearing backstage we could be in for a shock or a lot of smoke? I will let you know when the dust settles. OLTL knows that the casting upset to come will be so intense that an olive branch must be extended to the fans but will this person accept now at this stage in the game?
A younger leading actress from AMC may have just gotten a deal she can't refuse so look for her to exit when her contract ends. Sources say the network (another one) will wait to get her for a role they have in mind for a prime time gig that could open many doors for the young talented beauty. Not to be outdone another young hopeful has already been approached for a different gig leaving her excited but apprehensive. This young beauty is not so sure she wants to leave the nest just yet.
And on soapy note mixed with a dose of reality, has anyone noticed how downplayed this years "I Wanna Be A Soapstar" has been? Michael Bruno looks wonderful. Hogan and Mary Beth make great additions to the judges panel but the talent is as lackluster as it gets this time around. The boards were lit up last year with talk over each episode and yet this year it's been reduced to a dull roar. None of this years talent really stands out like last year (though Mikey was a huge embarrassment leading to a new system where the fans can actually vote in the finale). Nobody screams "wow" this year. In fact some of the cast is rather annoying to the point of wishing they would get eliminated just to make the show more bearable. The similarity between Monica and Renee Goldsberry was starting actually. They could have been twins. Otherwise this soap diva's just not feeling it this year. I'm still tuning in but barely.
Seeing Jason Shane Scott has been a treat this week on OLTL. For you Brandon Lee fans who are noticing the similarity, you're not alone. Jason has always reminded me of Brandon Lee. Too bad we can't hang onto Scott a wee bit longer. His intensity and strength is needed out there. Lindsay will be carted off to St Anne's but the full story has yet to be told. Sit tight because it's not truly done just yet.
While we're on the subject of OLTL returns this week, what a pleasure it was to see the talented and charismatic Timothy Stickney back again in the saddle again as RJ. When will the brass at ABC understand what they have in their midst? Give the guy a story will ya! The fans love Stickney. Give the guy a full contract and bring RJ back where he belongs!
And for you GH fans who have been hammering at me to watch, I did tune in for the better part of last week. I hate to admit it but for the first time in years I took AMC out of my programming. It's become nothing but a syrupy depressing mess. It leaves me with a toothache with it's candy apple fluff and confection mixed with babies, babies and more babies. I couldn't take it another moment. Not even the lovely and talented Stacy Haiduk could get me to stick it out. I will tune in to see the transition from Alexa Havins to Amanda Baker the day they pull a switcharoo with the "Babe's" but that's about it for now. I must say I am enjoying the despicable Trevor Lansing enormously thanks to the very intense and talented Stephen Macht. At least GH knows what a villain is and has plenty to choose from. A young confused woman who steals a baby then crashes her car does not a villain make (AMC).
That's my rant for this week kids. Onto the scoops and spoils for more on what's ahead!
Monday, September 24 Episode: "Annie's Confession" Annie tells Ryan and Derek that her brother is not the John Doe in the morgue; Adam and Krystal can't hide their obvious attraction to one another.
Tuesday, September 25 Episode: "Ryan's Reaction to Greenlee's Date" Ryan is not pleased to see Greenlee with Aidan; Erica wants to help Kendall take revenge on Greenlee; Ava tries to convince Jonathan to invest in JR's business venture.
Wednesday, September 26 Episode: "Adam and Colby Grow Closer" Adam and Colby bond while fishing and she encourages her father to forgive Krystal; Annie prepares to end things with Richie.
Thursday, September 27 Episode: "Kendall's Mission" Kendall's mission of revenge takes off; Wes takes Babe to the batting cage; Ava and JR flirt with one another.
Friday, September 28 Episode: "Zach's Offer" Kendall breaks into Greenlee's loft; Zach approaches JR with an interesting offer.
Monday, October 1 "Zach's Conditions" Zach agrees to fund JR's business ventures, but the offer is not without strings attached; Kendall taps into Greenlee's computer; Wes breaks into Ryan's penthouse; Jonathan surprises Ava with a marriage proposal.
Tuesday, October 2 "Annie Fears Richie" Annie is terrified that Ritchie will come after her; Greenlee believes Kendall's insincere apology; Jonathan tells Ava to take her time in responding to his marriage proposal.
Wednesday, October 3 "Zach's Plan" JR puts Zach's plan into action; Krystal and Hannah form a friendship; Kendall tries to make Erica see that her revenge against Greenlee is justified.
Thursday, October 4 "Babe is Charmed By Wes" Babe is charmed by the man she believes is Wes; Kendall gets the wrong idea when she sees Zach comforting Hannah.
Friday, October 5 "Searching for Babe" Ryan and Aidan panic when they search Richie's room at the Pine Cone; Babe realizes something is very wrong with "Wes."
onday, September 24 Episode: "Jessica's Confession" Jessica confesses to Nash that she slept with Jared; Blair agrees to Todd's plan on one condition.
Tuesday, September 25 Episode: "Lindsay's Support" Lindsay is supported by her friends; Jared blackmails Jessica; Sarah reaches out to Cristian.
Wednesday, September 26 Episode: "Todd Surprises Jessica" Todd surprises Jessica with news of his plan; John apologizes to Natalie over a friendly game of pool; Jared visits Asa's mansion and attempts to charm Renee.
Thursday, September 27 Episode: "Dorian Agrees to Help" Dorian agrees to help Todd and Blair; Talia's lie about her mythical boyfriend comes back to haunt her.
Friday, September 28 Episode: "Todd and Blair's Connection" The real connection between Blair and Todd is obvious; Jared and Natalie pull together to work as a team.
Monday, October 1 "On the Hot Seat" Blair tells the judge that she and Todd married out of love; Nora wonders if Lindsay is faking her condition.
Tuesday, October 2 "On the Witness Stand" Blair feels the heat as Judy questions her on the stand; Blair lashes out at Marcie after her daughter's testimony; Antonio teases Cristian about Sarah.
Wednesday, October 3 "Michael Perjures Himself" Michael lies on the witness stand when he claims to know nothing of Tommy's real parentage; John and Marty grow closer; Cole comforts Starr.
Thursday, October 4 "Jack Fakes an Illness" Jack fakes an illness; Marcie visits Lindsay at St. Ann's; Rex disguises himself and tries to get into Langston's.
Friday, October 5 "Marcie Argues With Michael" Marcie lashes out at Michael and blames him for losing Tommy; the judge reaches a decision; Cristian offers Sarah the job as talent booker at the club.
Monday, September 24 Episode: "Trevor Warns Sonny" Trevor warns Sonny to leave Zacchara alone; Lulu decides to move in with Jason and Spinelli.
Tuesday, September 25 Episode: "Difficult Decision" Lucky and Elizabeth make a difficult decision; Emily remains suspicious of Nikolas.
Wednesday, September 26 Episode: "Carly is Impressed" Carly is impressed by Jax's plan; Nikolas attacks Jerry and later argues with Alexis.
Thursday, September 27 Episode: "Carly Crosses the Line" Carly crosses the line when she forbids Jason to get involved with Elizabeth; Nikolas turns to Robin for answers.
Friday, September 28 Episode: "Carly's Risky Move" Carly makes a risky move when she contacts Johnny; Lucky objects to Diane handling the divorce.
October Monday 1 Episode: "Sonny Turns to Jax" Sonny turns to Jax for help, but is unable to save Kate from losing her career; pressure mounts between Lucky and Elizabeth.
October Tuesday 2 Episode: "Jax is Suspicious of Carly" Jax is suspicious of Carly, and later demands answers from Spinelli; Sonny and Kate make love, but their intimate moment is interrupted by a message from the killer.
October Wedensday 3 Episode: "Johnny's Temper Escalates" Johnny's temper escalates and he later pulls a gun on Logan; Sonny orders Spinelli to trace the threatening message.
Is it a good sign that Christina Chambers has been fired? Does this mean that with the new head writer in place, TPTB are actually looking at whether or not a recast character is working with the audience?
Most people haven't taken to CC's Marty (I know I sure haven't), or is her firing related to the possible return of Susan Haskell now that her baby is old enough to stay with a sitter?
Either way, good news, I think.
And thanks, Shelly, for posting these!
Who is the younger actress they are phasing out? Would that be Bree Williamson or Melissa Gallo? Or is it someone else altogether? Anyone know?
Im thinking its Melissa Gallo, and Bree is the one they are pulling out all the stops to keep. And yes I think good news for sure about CC and Marty. I wonder if Marty did kill Spencer after all and thats how they will get rid of her....they keep saying that with Lyndsay being th killer things arent as they seem...
Anyways, I always think that the little paragraph Raven does before the spoilers is the best part of her spoilers.
I was kinda wondering if the tid bit could be pertaining to Miss Renee Goldsberry. I know I'm probably reaching, but why oh why would they have just kept her in a coma and kept mentioning her if not for some reason.
