Lin-Manuel Miranda, “Alabanza” from In The Heights (Original Broadway Company)

Jon McLaughlin feat. Sara Bareilles, “Summer Is Over”

Exciting news! Courtney Hope to soon debut on Y&R as (drumroll please…) Sally Spectra!!

Carrie Underwood, “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”

Yes, that was a really brave performance JMW gave in Friday’s 9/25 episode (which was fabulously written and directed too, so kudos once again to Tracey Ann Kelly and Cindy Popp). I admire how Jacquie was able to convey a wide spectrum of Steffy’s emotions (pain, anger, confusion, fear, loneliness) all against the backdrop of Steffy’s general lack…[Read more]

It would be awesome to see Drake back in the Emmys conversation this year, if only to make up for that unfortunate snub a few years back where his wonderful work surrounding Marlena’s DNR storyline was overlooked. I’m sure Drake will have more great scenes to come in the following weeks, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed!

^^^ LOL! The same thought was running through my mind… they cut so much apple away that it was enough to make a whole extra pie!

Anyways, kudos to Drake Hogestyn who has been so stellar in his very realistic portrayal of John’s subtle behavioral changes and sudden mood swings post aneurysm surgery. Too often his talents get overlooked, but…[Read more]

William Fitzsimmons, “Everything Has Changed (Live from the Livestream)”

^^^ Laura Wright and Maurice Benard were wonderful in this episode as well. I’d definitely also add a writing citation for the imaginative script and moving dialogue (a marvelous job once again by Anna Theresa Cascio, along with Kate Hall and Elizabeth Korte), and Denise Van Cleave did some nice directing work here too.

Krezip, “How Would You Feel”

Beyond thrilled over these recent cast announcements: Tamara Braun and Casey Moss returning to DAYS!

Braun: https://www.soapoperadigest.com/content/exclusive-tamara-braun-back-to-days/

Moss: https://www.soapoperadigest.com/content/casey-moss-back-to-days/

Also, for anyone who missed last week’s Soap Opera Digest podcast with DAYS Executive…[Read more]

News about this upcoming season just keeps on getting better and better! As much as I would’ve loved to see Julianne Hough return as judge (she always brought so much light and wisdom to the table), Derek will make a wonderful addition and bring his own unique energy to the panel!

Mariah Carey, “Save The Day (with Ms. Lauryn Hill)”

Loving the new single! “Save The Day” has such a catchy hook.

Congrats to Taylor on such an incredible milestone!

It has already been such a treat having Sami back and livening up the canvas these last couple weeks, so the fact that Alison Sweeney is extending her stay for the long-term is such fantastic news and exactly the shot in the arm that DAYS will need on the heels of Kristian Alfonso’s impending exit.

^^^ Heather Tom continues to slay it! I agree, just beautiful work from her in this episode.

Thrilled Chrishell is joining the cast! And with my favorite pro-dancing vets Cheryl and Val returning to the ballroom, the new season is already looking very promising!

Taylor Swift, “my tears ricochet”

That’s certainly a very plausible scenario as far as submissions could go. I do think Taylor’s odds at winning AOTY are being greatly underestimated. Considering her competition (of albums released so far in the eligibility period), I’d say she has a very strong chance. Why deny her of the most coveted award? She could always still be rewarded…[Read more]