Daytime television viewers will see several familiar faces returning to the screen alongside brand-new characters during the week of September 14–18, 2026, according to casting reports from Soap Opera News. The upcoming week brings major comings, goings, and temporary exits across five daytime dramas, including Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless.
Days of Our Lives Welcomes New Additions and Returning Residents
According to Soap Opera News, Days of Our Lives introduces fresh faces to the Salem canvas on Monday, September 14, 2026, with Franco LoPresti making his debut as Dante Vitali. Tristyn Rowlan also joins the cast in the role of Otto, bringing previous television experience from credits including High Potential and Lioness. Alongside the newcomers, Sal Stowers returns to the canvas as Lani Price-Grant to consider her future, while Theo makes a confession to her. Maggie Carney pops back in as Rita Lesley, and Sydney Malakeh continues her recurring role as Sydney DiMera as the drama unfolds in Monte Carlo before finally returning home to Salem on Friday.
General Hospital Cast Expands with Dr. Nichols and Returning Favorites
Kearran Giovanni joins the cast of General Hospital as Dr. Nichols, who meets with Anna, according to Soap Opera News. Soap fans may recognize Giovanni from her tenure on One Life to Live. The Port Charles lineup also features returning actors, including Bluesy Burke as Charlotte, who takes action, and Kayden Brenna Tokarski returning as Scout for a matchup with her grandma and auntie on Monday. Alimi Ballard reappears as William Baines to interrogate Nina, prompting Nina to call a family meeting. Nazneen Contractor receives more airtime as Justine, and Josh Kelly returns as Cody Bell as he and Serena grow closer as half-siblings.
The Young and the Restless Manages Comings, Goings, and a Temporary Exit
Vivica A. Fox temporarily departs her role as Dr. Stephanie Simmons on The Young and the Restless to film a new movie, as reported by Soap Opera News. On her final day of filming, the backstage crew presented her with flowers, and the actress noted on Instagram that viewers have not seen the last of her character. Before her departure, scenes show her growing closer to Nate. Meanwhile, Kate Linder returns as Esther Valentine, and Stacy Haiduk reprises her role as Patty Williams.
Beyond the Gates and The Bold and the Beautiful Round Out the Week
Handy recurs as Detective Marcel Malone to come to Leslie’s defense, though she still extracts a confession from him, according to Soap Opera News. Ernestine Johnson appears as Shanice Johnson alongside Ashley as they face a work shakeup, and Gerard Catus appears as Judge Langston Meyers in scenes with Bill, Naomi, and Mike. Over on The Bold and the Beautiful, Naomi Matsuda reprises her role as Dr. Li Finnegan on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
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