Serial Scoop Now #14: Jo Weil in New York City

Jo Weil in New York City.

The latest episode of Serial Scoop Now (1.14) features a visit with internationally acclaimed actor and entertainer Jo Weil, best known for his long-running portrayal of Oliver Sabel on German soap opera Verbotene Liebe, which went off the air earlier this summer. Weil's "Olli" had magnetic chemistry with Christian Mann, played by Thore Schölermann, earning them both fans around the world. Weil is currently appearing on another German serial, Alles was zählt, playing the role of Nick Danne.

During our chat, Weil talks about his soap roles, seeing "Hand of God" on Broadway (starring Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons), creating new music, and more. We also discuss his dream of appearing on American soap The Bold and the Beautiful, and he shares a "secret" about how he likes to learn his lines.

Watch the episode below:

German Soap Opera 'Verbotene Liebe' Canceled

Verbotene Liebe will be discontinued around its 20th anniversary.

German soap opera Verbotene Liebe (Forbidden Love), which has run for nearly 20 years, has been canceled. An official confirmation was made by Das Erste on July 18.

Director of Program Volker Herres said: "20 years ago, the siblings Jan and Julia made Verbotene Liebe a German series hit. Who could have guessed back then that VL, as the glamor soap would soon only be called, would have such a long breath? But eventually all shades of the forbidden and glamorous are told. It is then necessary to stop at the right time. And in our opinion this is now. As painful as it may be for the loyal fans of the series. But one thing is sure: Verbotene Liebe wrote television history."

Jo Weil Sings On 'The Summer Festival at the Lake' (Video)

German soap opera star Jo Weil, who plays Oliver Sabel in Verbotene Liebe, sang live Saturday night on Eurovision show The Summer Festival at the Lake. Watch his performance in the video below: