'Beyond Salem: Chapter Two' Premieres July 11 on Peacock

In an epic, action-packed tale that spans the entire globe, from Monte Carlo to Hong Kong, beloved characters from Days of our Lives once again go “Beyond Salem!” as they trade the comforts of home for an adventure of a lifetime! Supercouple Steve and Kayla make a surprise visit to their children in Seattle, while private eye John Black travels to San Francisco to see his son, Paul. Meanwhile, new parents Ben and Ciara drop anchor in Montreal – where they are greeted by a much-missed Hope! Over the course of five thrilling episodes, heartwarming family reunions take a dangerous turn as a mysterious adversary wreaks havoc on their lives. The next chapter of DAYS OF OUR LIVES: BEYOND SALEM is story full of larger-than-life romance, jaw-dropping twists, and high-stakes drama – and it all connects back to a plot that long-time “DOOL” fans will surely remember.

The cast includes Kristian Alfonso as Hope Williams Brady, Peter Reckell as Bo Brady,Eileen Davidson as Kristen DiMera, Deidre Hall as Dr. Marlena Evans, Drake Hogestyn as John Black, Steve Burton as Harris Michaels, Stephen Nicholsas Steve “Patch” Johnson, Mary Beth Evans as Kayla Brady Johnson, Lucas Adams as Tripp Johnson, Camila Banus as Gabi Hernandez, Victoria Konefal as Ciara Brady, Robert Scott Wilson as Ben Weston, Loretta Devine as Angela, Vince Van Patten as Phil Hellworth, Tanner Stine as Joey Johnson, Christopher Sean as Paul Narita, Abigail Klein as Stephanie Johnson, Colton Little as Andrew Donovan, Victoria Grace as Wendy Shin, Remington Hoffman as Li Shin.

Watch a sneak peek below.

We Will Miss Dylan on 'Y&R' Who Would Have Guessed?

Exit storyline for Burton adds layers to a once bland character
By Mark Harding

It has been widely reported that Steve Burton opted to not to re-sign his contract with the Young and the Restless, citing a desire to be closer to his young family in Nashville. Correspondingly, Y&R will somehow lose the character of Dylan in January.

It’s fair to say that few characters have been more maligned than Dylan. Many fans were suspicious of his initial hiring (his close ties to the then-Executive Producer were widely known), fearing cronyism rather than talent got him the job. Further concerns about Dylan emerged when his character was written as flawless, noble, and ever-suffering. And the concern-o-meter reached the red zone when a couldn’t-have-happened retcon suddenly made Dylan the bio-child of Y&R’s Paul and Nikki. (It couldn’t have happened because Nikki never left the canvas, and we saw that she wasn’t pregnant). This seemed like a calculated move to cement Dylan forever to a core family.

Dylan’s paragon status was not helped by story after story in which he could do no wrong. A wounded warrior with significant PTSD, he lost woman after woman. Chelsea deceived him into thinking her baby with Adam was his. “Soulmate” Avery had turned to Dylan’s brother Nick (and later left town without him). He entered into a relatively chemistry-free marriage with Sharon, again deceived when Sharon first didn’t tell him they’d lost their unborn child, and later when she realized that her subsequent child (Sully/Christian) was not really his. Moreover, Sharon was consistently off her meds and a fidgety mess. In the midst of all this, he became an insta-cop, so that he could further serve as Genoa City’s Dudley Do-Right.

Burton began to shine, however, in the aftermath of losing Sully. His pain was palpable – red eyes, grave face – he looked like a wreck. Literally on the outside looking in (at the Newman ranch), as Nick and Nikki cooed over a son Dylan could no longer see, it was hard to not to finally feel something for Dylan. And now, there is another interesting twist.

The story Dylan is currently involved in is not, in itself, inspiring. In some kind of homage to Miami Vice, Dylan is wearing a fade haircut and a goatee, and short sleeved shirts that highlight his impressive biceps (way to go, SBu!). Y&R writers have cleverly extended the emotional weight of the story by having the folks back home (Sharon with Mariah, Paul, Kevin, Nick, and even Faith, Nikki with Paul, Nick) worry about Dylan and react to his disappearance. If they care, it helps us to care.

More importantly, the story has done the unexpected. The golden son has been burnished with a touch of tarnish. In a lame twist, a lady-mobster, Alex, forced Dylan to have sex with her in some kind of loyalty test. Dylan, visibly perturbed, acquiesced. Burton clearly telegraphed self-loathing. But more important, he is Dudley Do-Right no more! Even if for good reasons (saving the mission and saving his life), Dylan has fallen off the pedestal. He’s done a “wrong” thing. These are the kinds of moral dilemmas that add shades of grey to a character, and engage the audience. Finally!

Alas, just as Dylan gets interesting under the skilled pen of new writers, we’re about to lose him. Moreover, it seems almost certain that Y&R has to “kill” Dylan so that Sharon can move on. And for the first time since his debut, losing Dylan feels like a darn shame! Finally, there is more story to tell.

This is the mark of a successful exit. The audience will be left actually wanting to learn more about the evolution of Dylan. Hopefully, some day, that may happen.

Farewell, Mr. Burton. Come back someday!

Jessica Nicole Webb Cast as Alex on 'The Young and the Restless'

Jessica Nicole Webb

Jessica Nicole Webb has been cast as Alex Dettmer on The Young and the Restless, according to her IMDB page.

The actress, who first airs on January 11, will be involved in Dylan's (Steve Burton) exit story. She is set to appear for at least five episodes.

On the Monday, January 2 episode of Y&R, Christine (Lauralee Bell) gave Dylan the task of bringing down a man named Luthor Fisk.

Christine told Dylan, "So you need to get close with his lieutenant. His name is Alex Dettmer. Okay, now, we don't know much about him. We do know he's the gatekeeper. So if you can get past him, you'll probably get a meeting with Fisk."

It seems that not only did Christine not know much about Dettmer, but she also didn't know the lieutenant's correct gender.

Webb's list of credits include roles in They Live Among Us, The Exorcist Files, and Futurestates

The Young and the Restless airs weekdays on CBS.

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2016 Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series Emmy Predictions

Five actors will compete for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the 43rd Annual Daytime Emmys tonight.

Nominated are: Jacob Young (Rick) The Bold and the Beautiful, Dominic Zamprogna (Dante) General Hospital, Steve Burton (Dylan) The Young and the Restless,Sean Blakemore (Shawn) General Hospital, and Bryton James (Devon) The Young and the Restless.

Below are clips of their nominated performances, and my predictions on who "should" and "will" win:

Watch The 2016 Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series Emmy Reels (VIDEO)

Five actors will compete for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the 43rd Annual Daytime Emmys. Nominated are: Jacob Young (Rick) The Bold and the Beautiful, Dominic Zamprogna (Dante) General Hospital, Steve Burton (Dylan) The Young and the Restless,Sean Blakemore (Shawn) General Hospital, and Bryton James (Devon) The Young and the Restless.

You can watch clips of their nominated performances below:

'The Young and the Restless' Spoilers (April 4-April 8, 2016)

Check out the weekly spoilers below to find out what's happening on CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless during the week of April 4, 2016.

* Phyllis (Gina Tognoni) tries to keep the peace between Jack (Peter Bergman) and Billy (Jason Thompson).

* Victoria (Amelia Heinle) sues Jabot for Passkey.

* After the Passkey press conference, Billy goes home and drinks.

* Victoria attempts to call a truce.

'The Young and the Restless' Sneak Peek: Soft Kisses

Sharon and Dylan share a kiss.

Sharon and Dylan continue to grow closer on The Young and The Restless during the week of May 4-8, 2015. Below are some of the highlights (spoilers):

* "I can't lose you as a friend," Sharon (Sharon Case) tells Dylan (Steve Burton).

Hilary and Devon are drawn together

* "I'm not afraid of you," Gabe (Justin Hartley) confidently says to Victor (Eric Braeden)

* "All I can really think about is just kissing you," Devon (Bryton James) admits to Hilary (Mishael Morgan).

* Neil (Kristoff St. John) opens up to Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott).

Watch a sneak peek of the week ahead below:

'The Young and the Restless' FANtastic February Preview

Life in Genoa City is about to be turned upside down as shocking drama unfolds throughout the month of February. In the action-packed episodes beginning Friday, February 13, life for the Winters’ family spirals out of control when they take a trip to Chicago in the midst of a winter storm and their plane goes down. In addition, Neil Winters (Kristoff St. John) learns of his son Devon Hamilton's (Bryton James) affair with his wife Hilary Curtis (Mishael Morgan); Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) clashes with her husband Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) as she puts the bottle before her marriage and family; and bad boy Adam Newman (Justin Hartley) inches closer to winning back his wife Chelsea (Melissa Claire Egan) under his new identity, Gabriel Bingham. And that’s just the beginning...

Watch a sneak peek below:

'The Young and the Restless' Releases Fever Rising February Promo

A new CBS promo for Y&R teases fevers are rising in February.

The latest promo for CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless promises your fever will rise during February and makes it case with shots of some of the show's sexiest stars.

Check out the new Y&R promo below for a sneak peek.

'The Young and the Restless' Promo: Dylan Takes on Joe Clark

Dylan plans on taking care of Joe.  Will Joe end up dead?

This week's The Young and the Restless promo is the kind of thing you see just before a soap opera character gets killed off, or at least shot a few times. Dylan McAvoy (Steve Burton) is fed up with Avery's ex, Joe Clark (Scott Elrod), and is going to do something about it. But what? Is Joe going to be murdered?

Steve Burton & Maurice Benard Reunite *LIVE* Online

If over the years you've missed out in meeting two of your favorite stars in person, now is the time to get up close and personal with Steve Burton (Dylan, The Young and the Restless; ex-Jason, General Hospital) and Maurice Benard (Sonny, General Hospital) - and you don't even need to leave your home! The event is being held Sunday, October 5, 2014 from 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. PT, and it's totally live -online- Benard and Burton reliving their days as one of daytime television's best dynamic duos.

There is no traveling involved to be in this exclusive meeting of the two stars - and you might get a sneak peek into their homes. Not only will you get to see the actors hilarious interaction, but they'll be taking questions from the fans - that could be you - live! This is a must see event. You don't want to miss it! There is limited space for this VIP event and is only $25 - part of which goes to the actors favorite charities (ourbravest.org and IBPF.org).

Register today to be one of the lucky fans to be a part of this first time ever event.

*Space Is Limited So Don't Wait!*

'The Young and the Restless': Ian Tries to Attack Nikki with a Needle (Video)

Ian (Ray Wise) came after Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott).

On the Tuesday, September 2 episode of CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) and Ian Ward (had a dangerous standoff at the Newman ranch. Ian was just about to stick Nikki with a needle when Dylan McAvoy (Steve Burton) rushed in. Watch the drama unfold below:

Billy Miller Joins the 'General Hospital' Cast as Jason Morgan

Billy Miller will play Jason Morgan on General Hospital.

Billy Miller is joining the cast of ABC soap opera General Hospital as Jason Morgan, the role played for over two decades by current The Young and the Restless actor Steve Burton, it was announced today by executive producer Frank Valentini.

As Miller steps into the role of Jason, his character is presumed to be dead but his body was never found. With his imminent return, fans can look forward to an exciting new story that will be full of the twists and turns along with shocking revelations that have made General Hospital infamous for over five decades.

'The Young and the Restless' Spoilers: Preview for Monday, July 14, 2014

Will Nikki give in to her greatest passion?

On the Monday, July 14th, 2014 episode of CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, sparks continue to fly between Devon (Bryton James) and Hilary (Mishael Morgan). Elsewhere, Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) finds herself tempted once again by her legendary passion for alcohol.

Nikki loves her her family, especially her recently discovered son Dylan (Steve Burton)! Will her lust for liquor win out?

Watch a sneak peek video below:

'The Young and the Restless' Spoilers: Preview for Monday, July 7, 2014

Chelsea and Billy get passionate.  Don't miss Monday's episode of The Young and the Restless.

On the Monday, July 7, 2014 episode of CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, sparks fly between Billy (Burgess Jenkins) and Chelsea (Melissa Claire Egan). Elsewhere, Paul (Doug Davidson) and Dylan (Steve Burton) slowly get to know each other as father and son.

Meanwhile, Ian (Ray Wise) pays an unexpected visit to Mariah (Camry Grimes).

"You scared the hell out of me," Mariah wants to know.

"You're not safe in this place," Ian replies.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

'The Young and the Restless' Spoilers: Preview for Thursday, July 3, 2014

Love Lust in an elevator. Don't miss Thursday's episode of The Young and the Restless.

On the Thursday, July 3, 2014 episode of CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, Dylan (Steve Burton) takes a turn for the worse, Jack (Peter Bergman) gets shocking news from Austin (Matthew Atkinson), and Paul (Doug Davidson) talks to Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott) about their history.

Meanwhile, in an elevator with Devon (Bryton James), Hilary (Mishael Morgan) pushes the stop button and wants to have a rational conversation with her husband's son about why he tried to ruin the wedding. She's not expecting him to take this opportunity to say, "I love you and you love me."

It gets really close to a kiss but Hilary hits the stop button again — this time accidentally with her behind. The doors open and Neil (Kristoff St. John) is standing there.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

'The Young and the Restless' Spoilers: Has Dylan Made The Ultimate Sacrifice?

Will Dylan McAvoy die when complications following liver transplant surgery arise?

Next week (June 30-July 4, 2014) on CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, Dylan (Steve Burton) takes a turn for the worse following the liver transplant surgery that saved Paul's (Doug Davidson) life. After learning Dylan is his son Paul begs to see him, while Avery (Jessica Collins) pleads with Dylan not to die.

"Please don't leave me," Avery cries.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

Steve Burton on Dylan's 'The Young and the Restless' Daddy Reveal: "Do Not Miss These Episodes" (Spoilers)

This week on The Young and the Restless, Dylan (top right) is revealed
to be son of Paul Williams (bottom), and not Ian Ward (top left).

This week on The Young and the Restless, Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) is revealed to be Dylan Mcavoy's (Steve Burton) father instead of Ian Ward (Ray Wise). How will this revelation impact the relationships of Victor (Eric Braeden) and Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott), and Paul and Christine (Lauralee Bell)? In an interview published today with TV Guide Magazine, Burton talks about Paul and Dylan being father and son, how this will shake up Y&R, working with  Braeden, and the real reason he left General Hospital and the role of Jason Morgan.

Burton on Dylan and Paul's new connection: "This affects everybody and that's when you know it's a great story. As we've already found out, Dylan and Paul have the same blood type and finally the news comes out that Paul is his dad, which is obviously a big shocker."

'The Young and the Restless' Shocker: Paul is Dylan's Father! (Spoilers)

Paul Williams is Dylan's father on The Young and the Restless.

This week on The Young and The Restless, Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) is revealed to be Dylan McAvoy's (Steve Burton) father!

Burton hinted at this when he made an appearance on Nashville's Talk of the Town back in May.

What about Ian Ward (Ray Wise)? Is Paul going to die before finding out the truth? Will Dylan save Paul's life? How will Victor (Eric Braeden) and Nikki (Melody Thomas Scott) react? Will this come between them?

Watch the latest Y&R promo below for a sneak peek:

'The Young and the Restless' in Pictures: Tuesday June 10, 2014 (recap)

 What really happened on the Tuesday, June 10th episode of The Young and the Restless?

"Talk to the hand! I refuse to believe I'm too young for the role I created."

"I know our story isn't working, but we have to keep trying."