Kristina Romero (formerly Sisco) will reprise her role as Abigail before ATWT leaves the air. She says, "I just shot 3 episodes of ATWT. They will air July 30, August 2 & 3." Good news for her fans! She will not be singing on the show. Ms. Romero is also expecting a baby! More news on her website!

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Helen Wagner (Nancy) passed away on May 1, 2010, at the age of 91 after 54 years on the show. Read Beth's Remembrance Article. More info

Helen Wagner's death of May 1 will be addressed this week on ATWT when the beloved Nancy Hughes dies off camera.

SOW 8/31/10

Stuart Damon returns on 8/23 as Ralph, who comes back to stir up some drama.

This Week: Lucinda receives a mysterious phone call from Ralph.  Craig's attitude gets him pushed into the pool - twice!  Jack rescues Dusty.  It gets harder for Chris to hide his condition from Katie.  Carly tries to warn Janet about Blackie.

Can't Miss: Will and Parker remember Hal and talk about Parker's future on 8/26.

Next Week: Casey and Alison discuss their future.  Luke tells Noah that he is in love with Reid.  Chris needs a new heart.  Reid's heroism comes at a price.

SOD 8/31/10

Henry And Barbara Wed!  Barbara and Henry announce their wedding plans this week, but the news doesn't sit well with everyone.  When Paul finds out, he opposes the union and accuses Barbara of perpetuating the Stenbeck curse by marrying one.  Henry, in turn, is also concerned that his blood ties will continue to bring Barbara pain and misery, so he tries to rescind the proposal, but she refuses to let James get in the way of her happiness.  Everyone, including a reluctant Paul, gathers in the Lakeview lounge for the quickie ceremony.  As the vows are exchanged, however, you-know-who makes an unexpected appearance: The minister keeps morphing into James Stenbeck.  After they are pronounced husband and wife, Henry and Barbara take up Paul's invitation to exorcise Stenbeck from their lives for good.

Ratings for 8/2: 1.5

Stuart Damon returns this week as Ralph Manzo, Janet's troublemaking uncle.

Ralph Returns!  As Carly and Jack investigate Blackie, who has whisked Janet away to Avalon Castle, Ralph resurfaces after calling an old friend - Lucinda.  Lucinda asks her former flame to call off Blackthorn so she can make amends with Lily.  Blackie has his own agenda and kidnaps Dusty to seduce Janet.  Later, a gun-toting Jack locates Dusty and there is a confrontation.

Faith yearns for her parents to reconnect on 8/25.  Casey and Alison discuss their future on 8/30.

What Will Happen: Reid's heroism comes at a price.  Lucinda tries to reconnect with Lily.

Noelle Beck (Lily) is featured in the take five interview.

SOW 8/24/10

Maura West (Carly) will be joining Y&R in October as Diane Jenkins!

Larry Bryggman will return on 8/27 as John Dixon!

Henry Rescues Barbara - And Proposes!  Paul, Will and Henry find Emily and Barbara just in the nick of time this week, after the Fairwinds wine cellar catches on fire.  After the big rescue, Barbara is hurt by Henry's apparent rejection, unable to get past how he picked Vienna over her.  Barbara gets a talking-to from Katie that sends her to Henry's door, looking for forgiveness - and Henry responds with a very surprising question!

This Week: Carly tries to seduce Blackthorn into admitting his wrongdoing.  A fire breaks out in the Fairwinds wine cellar - will Henry rescue Barbara in time?  Gabriel informs Lily and Craig about Lucinda's role in the perfume company scam.  Noah tells Luke that he saw Reid with another man.  Gwen accompanies Iris to an AA meeting.

Can't Miss: Reid covers for Chris at a party for the hospital trustees on 8/18.

Next Week: Jack and Carly follow Blackthorn and Janet.  Faith wishes for her parents to reconnect.  Barbara frets about perpetuating the Stenbeck curse.

SOD 8/17/10

Emily Discovers Barbara!  Things heat up in the Fairwinds wine cellar this week when Emily stumbles upon a kidnapped Barbara.  A stunned Emily wastes no time using the opportunity to rub salt into Barbara's wounds.  Meanwhile, Iris, who has taken advantage of her new hiding spot and fallen off the wagon, knocks Emily out with an empty bottle when she catches Emily teasing Barbara.  Iris then ties Barbara and Emily up together.  Later, Emily spills that Henry and Vienna broke up and that he is desperately searching for Barbara.  Barbara decides that she really needs to get out of there, but it is even more difficult with Emily in the picture.

Ratings for 7/19: 1.5

Sarah Glendening (Lucy Montgomery) ends her visit to Oakdale this week!

Noah: "I'm Outta Here!"  Luke helps Reid prepare for a big meeting with union reps in his fight against Chris for the chief of staff position at Memorial this week, but while their relationship takes off, Noah takes stock of his own future and makes a stunning decision.  A celebratory date at Metro after Reid's presentation turns sour, and Reid is on edge after he secretly assists Chris - who's been diagnosed with a rare disease and bombs during the meeting - with an injection of medicine in the restroom at the restaurant.  The tension is palpable when Luke brings up Noah and Reid admits that he is uncomfortable with the discussion, but Luke insists that Reid will have to get used to it because Noah is still a big part of his life.  Noah then decides that he is leaving Oakdale - and Luke - behind for good and moving to Los Angeles in September.

Gabriel and Lucy finally meet and bond over memories of Lidia on 8/12.  Jack and Carly set up Blackthorn on 8/16.

What Will Happen: Henry proposes to Barbara.  Dusty is kidnapped.

SOW 8/17/10

Scott Klaven appears on 8/10 as Mr. Milburn.

This Week: Iris fears the jig is up. Noah decides that he is moving to LA. Gabriel and Lucy get to know each other. Carly learns that Craig was her and Lily's silent partner. Gwen grows more suspicious of Iris.

Can't Miss: Janet and Dusty each seek comfort with others on 8/11.

Next Week: Jack and Carly try to set up Blackthorn. Reid covers for Chris. The truth about Blackie's association with Rocco and Ralph is revealed.

SOD 8/10/10

Ratings for 7/12: 1.5

Charissa Chamorro debuts on 8/6 as Myrna Haft, a psychic who helps Henry.

Molly To Holden: I Can't!  Holden's trip to France to rescue Lily takes its toll on his relationship with Molly, who is set to walk down the aisle ... but he's stranded abroad this week.  With Lily in tow, Holden tries to make it back in time for his wedding, but a nasty storm redirects their flight to Canada.  Meanwhile, Jack tells a disappointed Molly that Holden is stuck in limbo with Lily.  Carly does her best to keep Molly's spirits up as they prepare for the wedding.  When Molly gives Abigail some advice about love, she realizes that she needs to listen to her own words.  Holden and Lily finally return home, but it's too late.  At the farm, Molly tells Holden that she can't be with someone who doesn't put her first.

Barbara is moved to throw off her scent on 8/5.  Gwen is disappointed when she learns that Iris has fallen off the wagon on 8/6.

What Will Happen: Craig receives a threat.  Lily is touched by a sweet gesture from Holden.

SOW 8/10/10

Charissa Chamorro returns as Myra, a psychic, when Henry needs help on 8/6.

Molly Calls Off The Wedding!  When Holden is delayed showing up for their nuptials this week because he jaunted off to France to get Lily out of a bind, Molly has no choice but to give up on her dreams of finally being Mrs. Holden Snyder!  A heart-to-heart with her daughter gives Molly some much-needed perspective.  When Holden finally makes it back to Oakdale, raring to get hitched, it's too late.  Molly's mind is made up.

This Week: Lily and Holden encounter trouble while coming back to the US.  Barbara is moved to a new location.  Chris makes his intentions clear to Katie.  Lucinda warns Craig to steer clear of Lily.  Abigail meets Reid.

Can't Miss: It's a real drag when Henry tries to track down Barbara on 8/4.

Next Week: Janet and Dusty take comfort in others.  Gabriel and Lucy meet and forge a bond.

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