Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1960: As the World Turns' Grace wanted to help her son.
1979: Guiding Light's Holly received a marriage proposal.
1986: Young and Restless aired the "It's OK to Say No" concert.
1986: Days of our Lives' Marlena and "Roman" were remarried.

"The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On The Brighter Day, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1960: On As the World Turns, Dr. Cassen (Nat Polen) explained to Penny Hughes Baker (Rosemary Prinz) that he couldn't keep her husband, Jeff, at the hospital against his will. Meanwhile, Jeff's mother, Grace Baker (Frances Reid), was upset that she wasn't allowed to see her son, and wasn't convinced Jeff needed to be hospitalized, but Chris Hughes (Don MacLaughlin) put her in her place.

Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1960: As the World Turns' Grace wanted to help her son.
1979: Guiding Light's Holly received a marriage proposal.
1986: Young and Restless aired the "It's OK to Say No" concert.
1986: Days of our Lives' Marlena and "Roman" were remarried.

"The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On The Brighter Day, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1960: On As the World Turns, Dr. Cassen (Nat Polen) explained to Penny Hughes Baker (Rosemary Prinz) that he couldn't keep her husband, Jeff, at the hospital against his will. Meanwhile, Jeff's mother, Grace Baker (Frances Reid), was upset that she wasn't allowed to see her son, and wasn't convinced Jeff needed to be hospitalized, but Chris Hughes (Don MacLaughlin) put her in her place.

Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1960: As the World Turns' Grace wanted to help her son.
1979: Guiding Light's Holly received a marriage proposal.
1986: Young and Restless aired the "It's OK to Say No" concert.
1986: Days of our Lives' Marlena and "Roman" were remarried.

"History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On The Brighter Day, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1960: On As the World Turns, Dr. Cassen (Nat Polen) explained to Penny Hughes Baker (Rosemary Prinz) that he couldn't keep her husband, Jeff, at the hospital against his will. Meanwhile, Jeff's mother, Grace Baker (Frances Reid), was upset that she wasn't allowed to see her son, and wasn't convinced Jeff needed to be hospitalized, but Chris Hughes (Don MacLaughlin) put her in her place.

Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1960: As the World Turns' Grace wanted to help her son.
1979: Guiding Light's Holly received a marriage proposal.
1986: Young and Restless aired the "It's OK to Say No" concert.
1986: Days of our Lives' Marlena and "Roman" were remarried.

"If you don't know history, then you don't know anything. You are a leaf that doesn't know it is part of a tree."
― Michael Crichton

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On The Brighter Day, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1960: On As the World Turns, Dr. Cassen (Nat Polen) explained to Penny Hughes Baker (Rosemary Prinz) that he couldn't keep her husband, Jeff, at the hospital against his will. Meanwhile, Jeff's mother, Grace Baker (Frances Reid), was upset that she wasn't allowed to see her son, and wasn't convinced Jeff needed to be hospitalized, but Chris Hughes (Don MacLaughlin) put her in her place.

Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1960: As the World Turns' Grace wanted to help her son.
1979: Guiding Light's Holly received a marriage proposal.
1986: Young and Restless aired the "It's OK to Say No" concert.
1986: Days of our Lives' Marlena and "Roman" were remarried.

"History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again."
― Maya Angelou

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On The Brighter Day, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1960: On As the World Turns, Dr. Cassen (Nat Polen) explained to Penny Hughes Baker (Rosemary Prinz) that he couldn't keep her husband, Jeff, at the hospital against his will. Meanwhile, Jeff's mother, Grace Baker (Frances Reid), was upset that she wasn't allowed to see her son, and wasn't convinced Jeff needed to be hospitalized, but Chris Hughes (Don MacLaughlin) put her in her place.

Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1986: Y&R aired the "It's OK To Say No" concert which
featured guest star Michael McDonald and Genoa City's Danny,
Traci, Lauren, Amy and Nathan.

"To believe what has not occurred in history will not occur at all, is to argue disbelief in the dignity of man."
- Mahatma Gandhi

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On The Brighter Day, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1960: On As the World Turns, Doug (Nat Polen) explained to Penny (Rosemary Prinz) that he couldn't keep Jeff at the hospital against his will.

Victor Newman Pays Tribute to Katherine Chancellor at Her YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Memorial (Video)

"She always spoke the truth to me, no matter what, and I think I've become a better person for it. I know one thing: I will never meet the like of her again," says Victor Newman at Katherine Chancellor's memorial service on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS next week. Check out a preview below:

Y&R Preview: Katherine Chancellor Memorial Service

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS is honoring the memory of the late Jeanne Cooper by airing a special two-part memorial service for her beloved character, Katherine Chancellor, on Tuesday, Sept. 3 and Wednesday. Sept. 4. Cooper’s real-life son, actor Corbin Bernsen, returns to the show as Father Todd, who presides over the service.

[SPOILER ALERT]

In the new preview clip below, Father Todd says, "It's time to celebrate all that we loved about the great Katherine Chancellor." The most intriguing part may be the hint that "one of her last wishes will come true."

Today in Soap Opera History (August 22)

1986: Y&R aired the "It's OK To Say No" concert which
featured guest star Michael McDonald and Genoa City's Danny,
Traci, Lauren, Amy and Nathan.

"Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times."
-Machiavelli

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On THE BRIGHTER DAY, Lydia's (Murial Williams) romantic life suffered as she became more stressed over her desire to confess that she had taken the silver clock.

1967: On DARK SHADOWS, Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) accepted Burke's (Anthony George) marriage proposal.

1980: On THE EDGE OF NIGHT, an emotional Raven (Sharon Gabet) asked her mother why she didn't love her.

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Will Honor Katherine Chancellor In A Special Two-Part Memorial Service On Sept. 3 & 4

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS continues to honor the memory of the late daytime television icon Jeanne Cooper by airing a special two-part memorial service for her beloved character, Katherine Chancellor, on Tuesday, Sept. 3 and Wednesday. Sept. 4 on CBS. Cooper’s real-life son, actor Corbin Bernsen, returns to the show as Father Todd, who presides over the service.

Beau Kazer, Michael Damian, Patty Weaver, Tricia Cast, Lauralee Bell, Corbin Bernsen Returning To THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS For Katherine Chancellor Memorial

Patty Weaver

TV Guide Magazine has revealed that several stars will be returning to THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS for a "flashback-packed tribute" to Jeanne Cooper's beloved character, Katherine Chancellor. Lauralee Bell (Christine), Tricia Cast (Nina), Patty Weaver (Gina), Adrienne Frantz (Amber), Beau Kazer (Brock) and Michael Damian (Danny) will all be there.

[SPOILER ALERT]

On September 3 and 4, past and present citizens of Genoa City will gather at Chancellor Park (a new set that will remain prominent in the show) where they will pay their final respects to Mrs. Chancellor.

The ceremony will be conducted by Father Todd Williams, the recurring character played by Cooper's real-life son Corbin Bernsen. Damian will perform "That's When I'll Stop Loving You."

There's no word yet on other potential returnees such as Stephen Nichols (Tucker McCall), Thom Bierdz (Phillip Chancellor III), Marla Adams (Dina Mergeron) or one of the actresses that played Mackenzie Browning (Ashley Bashioum, Kelly Kruger, Rachel Kimsey, Clementine Ford).

RELATED:
- A Look Back at Brock Reynolds on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
- THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Day-By-Day Spoilers (Week of August 19th)

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Classic Photo Of The Day (Traci-Danny-Lauren)

In honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary of THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS (YR40), We Love Soaps will be posting a "Classic Photo of the Day" for the rest of the month. Today's photo is of Traci, Danny and Lauren in the 1980s, played by Beth Maitland, Michael Damian and Tracey Bregman. Lauren was quite the mean girl back then. Maitland told us at the Daytime Creative Emmys last year her favorite Y&R scene of all-time was when Lauren bought all the tickets to a concert Traci was doing so that no one would be in the audience.

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Classic Photo Of The Day (10th Anniversary)

In honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary of THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS (YR40), We Love Soaps will be posting a "Classic Photo of the Day" for the rest of the month. Today's photo is from the show's 10th anniversary in 1983 with the men of Y&R surrounding original cast member Julianna McCarthy (Liz Foster): Terry Lester (Jack Abbott), Jay Kerr (Brian Forbes), Christopher Holder (Kevin Bancroft), Steven Ford (Andy Richards), John Denos (Joe Blair) and Michael Damian (Danny Romalotti).

Thanks to Rob Wargo for the photo.

Michael Damian Directed 'Flicka: Country Pride' Released on Blu-ray and DVD May 1st

Michael Damian is returning to THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS on May 18 and the character of Danny Romalotti. May will also feature the Blu-ray and DVD release of Flicka: Country Pride which Damian directed!

The movie, available May 1st from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, stars country music superstar Clint Black (Flicka 2), Lisa Hartman Black (KNOTS LANDDING) and Kacey Rohl (THE KILLING), and is based on Mary O'Hara's popular novel "My Friend Flicka."

NEWS ROUNDUP: Michael Damian & Lauralee Bell to Y&R, Whoopi Goldberg & Lindsay Lohan to GLEE

Lauralee Bell and Michael Damian Reunite on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
Lauralee Bell and Michael Damian will finally re-team on the CBS soap for a major story development in May. Bell will hit the air May 17. Damian shows up the following day.

Ewa Da Cruz movie coming to DVD in April
In Dogs Lie, 8 patients and 2 clinicians (Frank Boyd, Samrat Chakrabarti) are thrown togther at a luxury New York sleep clinic for a night of observation and monitoring. As the night progresses dark secrets are revealed. The beatiful Lucia (Ewa Da Cruz) finds herself the center of attention as her life seemingly spins out of control. Romance, blackmail and murder ensue. Nothing is quite as it seems.