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On March 3, 2014, NATAS released the daytime drama performers' pre-nominations for the 41st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards. The final nominations will be announced on Thursday, May 1.

Ralph Waite (Father Matt) passed away on February 13, 2014, at the age of 85.

Days 2014 Pre-emptions:
Monday, May 26 (French Open Tennis)
Thursday & Friday, June 5 & 6 (French Open Tennis)
Monday, September 1 (PGA Golf)
Thursday & Friday, November 27 & 28 (Thanksgiving)

The 2014 Writers Guild of America (WGA) Awards were presented on Saturday, February 1, 2014, when the writing team for "Days of Our Lives" won.
The nominees in Daytime Drama which aired between October 1, 2012 and September 30, 2013 were:
NBC's Days of Our Lives, Written by Lorraine Broderick, David Cherrill, Carolyn Culliton, Richard Culliton, Rick Draughon, Christopher Dunn, Janet Iacobuzio, David A. Levinson, Ryan Quan, Dave Ryan, Melissa Salmons, & Christopher J. Whitesell.
ABC's General Hospital, Written by Michelle Altman, Ron Carlivati, Anna Theresa Cascio, Suzanne Flynn, Kate Hall, Elizabeth Korte, Daniel James O’Connor, Jean Passanante, Elizabeth Page, Katherine Schock, Scott Sickles, & Chris Van Etten.
Y&R's The Young and the Restless, Associate Head Writers: Shelly Altman, Tracey Thomson; Written by Amanda Beall, Jeff Beldner, Brent Boyd, Susan Dansby, Janice Ferri Esser, Jay Gibson, Beth Milstein, Lisa Seidman, Natalie Minardi Slater, Anne Schoettle, Linda Schreiber, Teresa Zimmerman.
CBS's The Bold and the Beautiful chose not to enter a submission this year.

DOOL received a GLAAD nomination for Outstanding Daily Drama, due largely in part to Will and Sonny's continuing love story. The 25th Annual GLAAD Media Awards will held in Los Angeles on April 12.

On January 22, 2014, NBC picked up "Days of Our Lives" until September 2016, guaranteeing that it will remain on the air through its 50th season. Its 50th anniversary is on November 8, 2015.

Alison Sweeney (Sami) is leaving "Days of Our Lives" when her contract expires later this year. She's been on the show since 1993.

Shawn Christian (Daniel) sustained an injury requiring five stitches when he took an elbow to the mouth on January 4, 2014. He doubts it will stop him from kissing. The show will work it into his storyline.

Kirsten Storms (ex-Belle) and husband Brandon Barash (ex-Johnny, GH) welcomed a baby girl named Harper on Tuesday, January 7, 2014.  She is on leave from GH, where she plays Maxie.

Since HLN has decided not to broadcast the 2014 Daytime Emmy Awards, NATAS (National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences) is looking for a new broadcast home.

Victor Alfieri (ex-Giovanni, B&B; ex-Gianni, Passions; ex-Franco, Days; ex-Ciro, AMC) claims he was attacked with a hairbrush by his 47-year-old neighbor, Christopher Veech, who beat him in the face in December, 2013, after relentlessly harassing him for more than a year and threatening to put him in the hospital. According to Alfieri, Veech was arrested for battery but released a day later, and the harassment never stopped. He says, "the right side of his face still hurts like a bitch and his right eye now twitches." The judge granted the restraining order, but can't order Veech to stay far away because he lives in Alfieri's building, so the order is that Veech must stay 3 yards away.

Eileen Davidson (Ashley, Y&R & B&B; ex-Kristen, Days) is partnering with Evolution Vintage for charity by selling several of her own dresses that she previously wore on the red carpet, with most of the proceeds going to No Kid Hungry. To find out what's available for purchase, click here or visit them on Facebook and Twitter.

Watch Meredith Scott Lynn (Anne, Days) and Jen Lilley (Theresa, Days; ex-Maxie, GH) riffing on the show, stars, and behind the scenes crew in this rap video with appearances from Alison Sweeney (Sami, Days) and several other Salemites, along with clips from the show.

OLDER NEWS:

Kate Mansi (Abigail) is offering auction items on behalf of K2 Charity: Water Campaign until December 30, 2013, including a lunch with Days cast members. Also on auction is the water can that Mansi used in her photo shoot. She says, “It’s signed and annotated by the entire Days cast including: Kristian Alfonso (Hope), Shawn Christian (Daniel), Ari Zucker (Nicole), Melissa Reeves (Jennifer), Blake Berris (Nick), Freddie Smith (Sonny), Camila Banus (Gabi), Casey Deidrick (ex-Chad), Guy Wilson (Will), Eric Martsolf (Brady) and the rest of the gang!” Another auction item is a Days script. Mansi reveals, It is signed by the entire DAYS cast and features my hand written notes and doodles (if you can read them).” For more information, please visit http://my.charitywater.org/k2o-birthday-benefit-.

Enjoy the "I'm A Soap Star" comedic rap video starring Sean Kanan (AJ, GH; ex-Deacon, B&B & Y&R), Ronn Moss (ex-Ridge, B&B), Joshua Morrow (Nick, Y&R), Patrika Darbo (ex-Nancy, Days), Kim Matula (Hope, B&B), and more.

After 14 years on the air, SOAPnet will go dark on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 when Walt Disney Co. will no longer provide programming for the channel in favor of Disney Junior, a channel for toddlers. Click here for the full story.

Deidre Hall (Marlena) has turned one of her lovely watercolor paintings into a holiday card that you can send to your loved ones. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, a charity that supports veterans. Click here to visit her Web site and purchase a set of cards to do good while spreading some holiday cheer!

Eric Winter (ex-Rex, Days) and his wife, Roselyn Sanchez (ex-Pilar, ATWT) are involved in an animated project about a little girl, La Golda, who teaches children about the importance of education, respect, and giving back all in a fun and vibrant way. Sanchez will voice one of the characters. The project was successfully funded through a Kickstarter campaign on December 4, 2013.

Martha Madison (ex-Belle, Days; ex-Elizabeth, GH; ex-Lola, Passions) and husband AJ Gilbert, had a baby girl named Charley Elizabeth on November 3, 2013.

Holly Gagnier (ex-Cassie Carpenter, OLTL; ex-Ivy Jannings, Days) is being sued by her 80-year-old ballet teacher, Patricia McCoy, who claims that Gagnier tried to sabotage a potential movie deal between McCoy and Hunter Tylo (ex-Dr. Taylor Hayes, B&B; ex-Marina Toscano, Days; ex-Robin McCall, AMC). Read more here!

NBC will be televising the 2014 Winter Olympics from Sochi, Russia in February. So far, they will only be pre-empting "Days of Our Lives" on Thursday, February 20, 2014, but there may be some time-slot shifting if the show airs between 3 & 5 p.m. ET in your area.

Carolyn Hennesy (Diane, GH) has signed on to "Acting Dead," an independent television series about zombies. She will guest star as Dr. Ivana Wurshter, the mysterious woman behind the zombie-actor producing company, Flatline Inc.  Production begins on Saturday, October 12. Other stars and guest stars include John J. York (Mac, GH), Eric Martsolf (Brady, Days; ex-Ethan, Passions), Jillian Clare (ex-Abigail, Days), and Patrika Darbo (ex-Nancy, Days). The semi-dark comedy about the world of Hollywood Zombies has until Wednesday, October 16 for their crowd funding campaign, with perks beginning at just $4. To join the campaign team, or learn more about the show, visit http://igg.me/at/ad.

Alison Sweeney (Sami) is on the cover of the September 2013 issue of "Women's Running" magazine.

Michael Easton (ex-Tanner) and his wife, Ginevra Arabia, have a new baby boy, Jack Boru, born on Saturday, September 7, 2013. He joins big sis, Lilah Bell, who was born on April 15, 2011.

The Season 17 cast of "Dancing With the Stars" includes Brant Daugherty (ex-Brian) dancing with Peta Murgatroyd. The season premiered on Monday, September 16, 2013 on ABC.

Matt Cedeño (ex-Brandon, Days) and wife Erica Franco welcomed a son, Jaxon Cruz, on August 7, 2013.

"Days of Our Lives," "General Hospital," & "The Young and the Restless" were nominated for Artios Awards by the Casting Society of America. The awards for casting in television and film will be distributed simultaneously at the Beverly Hilton and New York's XL Nightclub on Monday, November 18, 2013.

Christie Clark (ex-Carrie) and husband Thomas Barnes welcomed their third daughter, Charlotte Joy on August 6, 2013. Charlie joins older sisters Hannah, 5, and Emma, 2.

The Raymond Historical Museum, in the Sierra Nevada town of Raymond, California, near Yosemite, is owned and operated by Lynn Herring (Lucy, GH & PC; ex-Audrey, ATWT; ex-Lisanne, Days) and Wayne Northrop (Roman, Days; ex-Rex, PC). It is in the 1886 Charles Miller House, containing historical items from the area, from wagons to a restored train caboose, Native American artifacts to granite and gold mining tools. You can sit on the old board and batten home's porch or in the original kitchen filled with antique cooking utensils and be transported back in time.

Deidre Hall (Marlena) will be honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2014.

HLN (Headline News) presented the 40th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards live from The Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 16. Go to our Daytime news page to find out who won'

Jensen Ackles (ex-Eric, Days) and wife Daneel Harris Ackles (ex-Shannon, OLTL), who wed in 2010, announced the birth of their daughter Justice Jay "JJ" Ackles on Thursday, May 30.

On May 14, LA County Sheriff's deputies raided the house of 20-year-old Dylan Patton (ex-Will) in Agoura Hills, CA, and arrested him for selling cocaine. He was jailed with bail set at $30,000 and faces up to 9 years in state prison.

Martha Madison (ex-Belle) and her husband AJ Gilbert are expecting a baby girl.

Alison Sweeney (Sami) is on the cover of Shape magazine for the second time, in a teeny red bikini. In the May issue, she chats all about her fitness schedules, how she's completed a triathlon, and even shares a workout'

Drake Hogestyn (John) has placed his Malibu home on the market for $5 million. The Tuscan-style two-story home was built in 2002. Drake bought the property for $2.9 million in 2003. There are fireplaces in the living room, family room, and master suite of the 6,616-square-foot house with five bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms, French doors, hardwood floors, decks and balconies. The grounds also include a circular driveway, swimming pool, sycamore trees, fruit trees, and an herb garden. See a picture of it here'

"Days of Our Lives" won for Outstanding Daily Drama at the 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards which recognize outstanding representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. Days was nominated for Sonny and Will's love story featuring Chandler Massey and Freddie Smith. Freddie Smith (Sonny) accepted the award in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 20, 2013.

If you have a question for Days' Galen Gering (Rafe), e-mail it to SODQandA@gmail.com, and they will ask the actor as part of an upcoming interview in SOD.

Email your questions for Freddie Smith (Sonny) to SODQandA@gmail.com, and they will ask the actor as part of an upcoming interview in Soap Opera Digest' 

"Days of Our Lives" pictures, autographs, and scripts are being auctioned on eBay to benefit Autism Speaks.

David A. Levinson, who was a staff writer with "Days" since September 6, 2011, has been replaced by 71-year-old David Cherrill as of June, 2013, who was previously with "Days" from 2008-2011. He started his career as an actor in the 1970s playing Tom Hughes on "As the World Turns." He has been a writer since 1981, working on "As The World Turns" (1981, 1998-1999), "Search For Tomorrow" (1982-1983), "Another World" (1984-1989), and "One Life to Live" (1995-1997, 2001-2004). He has been nominated for 7 Daytime Emmys (1985, 1989, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2002, and 2012), winning in 1994 and in 2012. Although his birth name is Christopher David Colson, he now uses his wife's first name, Cherrill, as his last name. They have two daughters, Katherine and Emily.

Nominations for the 2013 Writers Guild Award for Best Daytime Drama included the writing teams of "Days of Our Lives," "One Life to Live," and "The Young and The Restless." On February 17, 2013, the award went to Y&R.

Peter Reckell (Bo), who left the show in July, 2012, has sold his ecofriendly Brentwood, CA home for $3.35 million. The actor and wife, Kelly Moneymaker, also own a home in Portland, OR. For a look at Reckell's former abode, click here.

The nominees for the 2012 Directors Guild of America for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Daytime Serials were Albert Alarr for Days, Larry Carpenter, William Ludel, & Scott McKinsey for GH, and Jill Mitwell for OLTL. At the DGA award ceremony, OLTL's Jill Mitwell won for the episode "Between Heaven and Hell."

Days of Our Lives has been renewed through September 2014. The show will celebrate its 48th anniversary in November 2013 and is NBC's longest-running drama series. Also, it aired its milestone 12,000th episode on January 11, 2013.

Matthew Borlenghi (ex-Marino) and Shanelle Workman (ex-Flash/Sarah, OLTL) are involved in legal battles with Workman's mother over her younger sister, Ariel, who stars in "Modern Family". More Information

Peggy McCay (Caroline) appears in a public service announcement with Mary Beth Evans (Kayla) for November's National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. "It came about because of Caroline's story on Days. I was very honored to be asked. I have personal friends who are dealing with this because of relatives with Alzheimer’s." Caroline’s struggle with Alzheimer’s has also struck a chord with viewers. "I just got a really heartbreaking letter from a fan whose mother has a full-blown case of Alzheimer's," she discloses. "He described what it is like to care for her. Alzheimer's affects the patient and family members. Often, family members can be left feeling helpless." There is support available at alz.org. To see the PSA, go here http://youtu.be/gPoqmG0ng2w.

Emmy-winner Barbara Esensten, who created Loving/The City with James Harmon Brown and wrote for a slew of soaps including Guiding Light, Port Charles, One Life to Live, Days of Our Lives, Dynasty, and All My Children, passed away on November 14, 2012, at the age of 75.

John Ingle (ex-Mickey) passed away 9/16/12. More.

After Melissa Reeves (Jenn) tweeted her support of Chik-Fil-A on Twitter, Greg Rikaart (Kevin, Y&R) wrote this article about the fast food chain controversy. Crystal Chappel (ex-Carly) speaks up for her good friend Missy.

Congratulations to "Days of Our Lives" for winning Daytime Emmy Awards on June 23, 2012 for Outstanding Writing Team and Outstanding Younger Actor Chandler Massey as Will Horton.

The Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards to honor those behind the scenes was held at the Westin Bonaventure on Sunday, June 17, 2012. GH was the most winning soap, taking home statues for Casting, Costume Design, Song, and Technical Direction; Days won for Makeup and Stunt Coordination; B&B won Art Direction/Set Direction and tied Y&R for Hairstyling; AMC was the winner in Editing and tied Y&R for Sound Mixing; OLTL won Lighting; and Y&R took home Score.

Arianne Zucker (Nicole, Days) is raising funds for LifeCHANGE, the leadership program she started with her brother, Todd, and Jason Cook (Matt, GH). For more information about LifeCHANGE, or to make a donation, please visit: www.officallifechange.com.

"Days of Our Lives" head writers Marlene McPherson and Darrell Ray Thomas, Jr., who joined the show last May, were replaced by former Days Co-Executive Producer and one-time Co-Head Writer Gary Tomlin and former Days Co-Head writer Christopher Whitesell.

Help Joe Mascolo (Stefano) Stomp Out Bullying'

Lisa De Cazotte has joined Greg Meng as Co-Executive Producer of "Days of Our Lives," replacing Noel Maxam. Ken Corday remains Executive Producer. De Cazotte was a producer at AMC, had been Executive Producer at Passions, and previously worked on Santa Barbara and GH.

"Days of Our Lives" has an online social network at http://days45online.com/ with interactive video chats with cast members, never-before-seen photos and footage, promotions, and contests. It's a place for fans to connect to their favorite cast members through mediums like Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. The site will stream events live, such as signings for the new book, fan events, and other promotional events. It will also offer interactive polls and events to allow fans to get insider view, express comments and feel connected to the show and its cast.

Days Scoops/Spoilers

Spoilers by Mandy and Suzanne

SOD 3/16/14

True O’Brien Joins! True O’Brien debuted on 3/3 as Paige.

EJ Learns That Abigail Might Be Pregnant! While Sami is talking to EJ, she recounts her earlier visit with Abigail and shares her suspicions that Abigail could be pregnant. A panicked EJ promptly contacts Abigail and demands to know why she let Sami know that she might be pregnant. EJ presses Abigail to see a doctor that he knows so they can determine if she really is pregnant, but Abigail says no. Naturally, EJ doesn’t take no for an answer. After the exam, EJ and Abigail nervously await the results.

Marlena Blasts John - And Turns To Roman! Now that John is back in Salem, his top priority is rescuing Brady, but a boozing, drug-seeking Brady has no interest in accepting his dad’s help. John is disappointed when he is unable to make any headway with his son. Brady isn’t alone in wishing his father would steer clear: Marlena would also prefer it if John wasn’t back in Salem. John mentions his problems with Brady. Marlena loses patience with her estranged spouse and blasts him, angry about the damage he has done to both her and Brady. John understands Marlena’s frustration and backs off. To Marlena’s relief, in times of need she can still count on her ex-husband, Roman.

Ratings for 2/10: 2.1

*Hot Plots Preview* Jen Is Targeted! Someone is out to get Jennifer, and this week, she becomes the victim of a vicious smear campaign. Jen isn’t sure who is behind it, but she has her suspicions: Theresa. At the hospital, Jennifer feels paranoid about who has a grudge against her and it begins to affect her work. Maxine senses that something is making Jen uneasy and asks if she is okay. Jen tries to downplay her troubles, not wanting to burden her work pal, so Maxine gives Jen her space. The next day, Jen receives a malicious piece of mail that is very disturbing. She doesn’t know if she should keep the letter to herself or share it with Daniel!

JJ realizes that he has something in common with his mystery girl, Paige, on 3/10. Rafe makes a big move to try and keep Jordan from leaving Salem on 3/11. Nicole and Stefano have an ugly confrontation on 3/12, while Marlena seeks answers from Dr. Chyka.

What Will Happen: Eric refuses to have sex with Nicole. Rafe tries to prevent Jordan from leaving Salem. Abigail and EJ panic about her possible pregnancy. Victor offers to help Sonny.

SOD 3/10/14

Nick Creates New Trouble For Sonny And Sami! Nick pays Sonny a visit and threatens to expose his role in the cover-up of Nick’s attempted murder. Sonny draws the line at Nick’s bullying. Sonny is also upset that Gabi has let Nick back into her life yet again. Later, Nick has a heated confrontation with Sami and uses new information to try and blackmail her. Sonny is aware that Nick is harassing Sami. With Nick remaining a dangerous presence in Salem, Sonny is generally ill at ease.

Ratings for 2/3: 2.1

Michael Benyaer returns this week as Dr. Chyka.

True O’Brien appears on 3/3 as Paige.

*Hot Plots Preview* Jen And Daniel Reunite! Daniel and Jennifer’s reconciliation hits an awkward stumbling block - she’s been dating Liam. Ultimately, Jennifer meets with Liam. She explains the circumstances with Daniel, then is caught off-guard by Liam’s unexpected reaction. By week’s end, Daniel and Jen enjoy a pleasant evening that ends with them in bed together.

JJ has an encounter with a beautiful young woman on 3/3. Kate receives good news from Rafe on 3/6. Daniel issues a warning to Brady about Theresa on 3/7.

*News Flash* John Returns To Salem With A Heartbreaking Message For Hope, And Abigail Is Rocked By Sami’s Slip Of The Tongue! Bad Tidings! After spending months abroad, John returns to Salem with a heavy agenda. First up, delivering a letter from Bo to Hope. Upon seeing John in Salem, Hope gives him a warm welcome. However, when Marlena’s name come up, John makes a request of Hope: not to tell Marlena that she saw him. Later, when Hope is alone, she sits down, reads Bo’s letter and is crushed by its contents. Hope is also mindful that she has to break the news to Ciara. Across town, John has an awkward encounter - with Marlena! Pregnant Pause! Abigail is surprised when Sami shows up at the Horton house seeking a favor. To repay Abigail’s generosity, Sami decides to order lunch for them. Abigail gets sick from the smell of the tuna and Sami blurts out that Abigail may be pregnant. Sami’s off-handed comment throws Abigail for a loop. Abigail hides her feelings so well that Sami has no idea she is in a complete panic. The idea that Abigail could be pregnant adds to her anxieties about her secret affair with Sami’s fiance. Abigail doesn’t feel she can turn to her mother for emotional support and guidance. Plus, there is the matter of EJ’s impending nuptials to Sami.

What Will Happen: Nick threatens Sonny and blackmails Sami. Nicole and Eric go out on a date. JJ is smitten by a beautiful new girl. Daniel and Jennifer’s reunion gets off to an awkward start.

SOD 3/3/14

Adrienne Reacts To Sonny’s Engagement! This week, Sonny informs his mom that he and Will are engaged, and she doesn’t exactly jump for joy. Adrienne then discovers that Sami isn’t thrilled about the idea of Will and Sonny exchanging wedding vows, either. But the two are not in complete agreement about how to handle the situation. Adrienne then discusses her reservations with Justin.

Sami Faces Off With Nicole! When Sami learns of Eric’s decision to leave the priesthood, she tracks down Nicole and lays into her. Unfortunately, Nicole lets Sami get the best of her and does something she later regrets. Nicole realizes that her and Eric’s renewed relationship is being met with disapproval, but she tries not to let it affect her. By week’s end, Marlena takes desperate measures to keep Eric and Nicole apart. To achieve that goal, she makes a potentially dangerous deal.

Ratings for 1/27: 2.1

*Hot Plots Preview* Jordan’s Surprise Visitor! Jordan is caught off-guard when another figure from her past surfaces in Salem. Ben is taken aback by Jordan’s reaction to seeing him. He tracked Jordan down so that they could reunite, but she would rather Ben leave Salem, pronto. It becomes clear that Jordan has been in touch with this mystery man.

JJ comes clean with Abigail on 2/25. Aiden and Hope are forced to work together on 2/26, while Gabi agrees to go on a date with T, prompting Nick to try and break them apart.

What Will Happen: EJ tries to break things off with Abigail. Sami blasts Nicole when she hears Eric is leaving the priesthood. Brady accuses Victor and Maggie of having him followed.

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