All My Children

'All My Children' Spoilers

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Unlike most small towns, the fictional town of Pine Valley is distinctly fueled by rich and sexy young people who live glamorous lives and run high-powered companies. While there's more than enough drama surrounding the ultra-chic cosmetics brand, Fusion, business always takes a backseat to hilariously bitchy catfights and love triangles. Some of the most popular residents of Pine Valley include Erica Kane (Susan Lucci), Ryan Lavery (Cameron Mathison), Kendall Hart (Alicia Minshew), Zach Slater (Thorsten Kaye), as well as Angie (Debbi Morgan) and Jesse Hubbard (Darnell Williams), whose legendary love saga have endured the test of time. Scandalous hookups, nasty feuds and tragic murder mysteries are just some of the things to expect on All My Children.

'Friday Night Lights' Gets Feuding East Dillon Stars

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:00:50 GMT

Make that two new faces when four familiar ones bid farewell to Dillon.

Friday Night Lights have cast Matt Lauria and Michael B. Jordan to play two new characters when the show returns to DirecTV in October, and to NBC in the summer.

And yes, as an aside, it's pretty funny that both actors' names are similar to two other celebrities. Yep, Michael Jordan and... Matt Lauer. He counts, right?

Auction Gives Fans a Chance to Visit 'All My Children'

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Ever wondered what it's like to visit Pine Valley and meet its residents? Now you can make your soap dreams come true! Auction of 1000 Stars is holding an auction for the benefit of the Actor's Fund, a nationwide organization that helps all professionals in the performing arts and entertainment industry, for a chance to visit the set of All My Children where you'll get an exclusive tour from cast member Jacob Young.

Young, who has portrayed the character of JR Chandler on All My Children since October 1, 2003, has been nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award as Outstanding Younger Actor in 2005. His character on the ABC soap has emerged as one of television's top anti-hero, as well as one of All My Children's prominent bad boys.

Chrishell Stause Not Leaving 'All My Children'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 28 May 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Chrishell Stause, who plays Amanda Dillon on All My Children, has made it clear in recent weeks that she plans to leave the ABC soap at the end of her contract. Evidently, her decision to bow out is entirely hers and not a case of show executives wanting to pull the plug on her character.

But it seems that Stause will be sticking around Pine Valley after all. According to Soap Central, the 27-year-old actress has opted to extend her contact after ABC gave her an offer she can't refuse.

'All My Children' Stars Headline the 5th Annual ABC Benefit

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:30:00 GMT

As part of the “Soap Nation Tour,” ABC Daytime Division's ongoing initiative to interact with fans on a year-round basis, the network is urging soap fans to participate in the upcoming "ABC and SOAPnet Salute Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS" benefit, which will be headlined by All My Children stars Susan Lucci (Erica Kane) and Cameron Mathison (Ryan Lavery).

"ABC and SOAPnet Salutes Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS" marks the fifth benefit produced in conjunction with the network in support of the organization. To date, this annual benefit has raised over $1 million for the organization.

All My Children: Not in Danger of Cancellation

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Contrary to ongoing reports, All My Children was never in danger of coming to an untimely demise unlike some of its villainous characters. A spokesperson for ABC Daytime disproved rumors reported by TV Guide Canada that the network came "this close to canceling AMC. Real close. Scary close." When the news swept across the internet, many fans of All My Children started to worry.

Aside from reports that ABC nearly pulled the plug on All My Children, there were other factors that contributed to fans' fears. First of all, the show's ratings have eroded steadily over the past few years, and even the top-rated The Young and the Restless has recently been forced to trim its operating budget. Additionally, there was talk about All My Children's ailing financial situation with Brian Frons, president of daytime for Disney-ABC Television Group, confirming that the network is having to "negotiate salaries down," including daytime's best-known diva, Susan Lucci (Erica Kane).

'All My Children' Sets Return Dates for Recurring Cast Members

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Early next year, a lot of recurring characters will be resurfacing on Pine Valley as All My Children sets the return dates for Alicia Minshew, Colin Egglesfield, Tonya Pinkins and Elizabeth Rodriguez.

Minshew, who plays Kendall Hart on All My Children, took a two-month hiatus from the show, and pre-taped scenes out of their normal sequence so that she would not be off-screen for her entire two-month hiatus. The hiatus coincided with the return of Eden Riegel to as Bianca Montgomery, who filled the void left by Kendall's temporary absence. Minshew recently signed a new contract with the show after rumors of her possible departure from All My Children began circulating. She'll be returning on the set of the soap on Friday, January 9 and will finally appear on the canvas by the end of January.

All My Children: Cameron Mathison Responds to Thong Controversy

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:00:00 GMT

After being singled out for teasing on the E! series The Soup, Cameron Mathison breaks his silence regarding a clip on All My Children that seemingly showed his character Ryan Lavery wearing a thong in a scene opposite Rebecca Budig's Greenlee Smythe that made the rounds on the internet.

"I am finding this hysterical, I gotta be honest,” the All My Children star told OK! Magazine. “It looks exactly like a thong, but I hate to disappoint, it's only my T-shirt stuck in my underwear.

All My Children: Colin Egglesfield Returns to Pine Valley, Plus Other Guest Stars

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 05:00:00 GMT

As reported previously, Colin Egglesfield has been taken off his contract on All My children, consequently being dropped to recurring status. While the daytime drama has called off future plans for his character Joshua Madden, a show spokesperson reveals that Egglesfield will not have a final airdate and will continue to appear on All My Children on “an as-needed basis.”

According to Soaps.com, Egglesfield will finally return to All My Children in January. Joshua first came to Pine Valley on June 17, 2005 and was originally played by Scott Kinworthy until September 2005. Following Kinworthy's departure, he has been portrayed by Egglesfield. He was last seen when Kendall helped him escape from Zach.

All My Children: Getting to Know JR Martinez

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

JR Martinez recently stepped in Pine Valley as a solider who was assumed to have been killed during active duty in Iraq. So far, his character Brot has been well-received by fans of All My Children, especially since Martinez is a real life war hero who can genuinely attest to the “life after war” theme.

The 25-year-old solider was severely burned when his Humvee hit a land mine in 2003. Consequently, he spent 34 months in the hospital and underwent 32 different surgeries.

'Passions' Actress Heads to 'All My Children'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Residents of Pine Valley can expect the arrival of a new doctor in town as McKenzie Westmore joins the cast of All My Children. The 31-year-old actress will be making her debut on the ABC soap in December as a psychiatrist who is expected to be involved in Annie's (Melissa Claire Egan) storyline, according to Soaps.com.

Warning: This article may contain spoilers!!!

'All My Children' Continues to Honor Military Veterans

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:00:41 GMT

Iraq war veteran JR Martinez, who was cast in a recurring role on All My Children, was part of the inspiration for the current storyline that the soap opera is running. Martinez plays Brot Monroe on the show, and is hoping to continue encouraging other veterans for their efforts.

Recently on All My Children, Lt. Taylor Thompson (Beth Ehlers) has been grieving for the loss of her fiancée, Monroe. She wrongly believes that he was killed in the line of duty, just like Martinez was in reality. But the soldier, disfigured from the accident, was only letting the bride-to-be think he's dead.

Iraq War Veteran Makes TV Debut on 'All My Children'

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:00:00 GMT

A couple of months ago, BuddyTV reported that All My Children has launched a nationwide search for an Iraq war veteran who will partake in a newly created romantic storyline into the challenges faced by a soldier after combat. Now, it seems that the ABC soap has finally found their man.

J.R. Martinez, a real life war hero who won the casting search, will assume the role of Brot Monroe on All My Children in a storyline that begins with a special episode featuring a series of unscripted support group sessions with other veterans of the war.

All My Children: Tamara Braun and Eden Riegel Thrilled About Their On-Screen Baby

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Bianca Montgomery has emerged as a gay icon, not only on the fictional world of All My Children but also in the LGBT community as well. As the first lead character on a major daytime drama to be a lesbian, Bianca has gone on to be the subject of various academic works, and is said to have inspired soap opera writers to begin with the scripting of sexual identities of tortured teen characters. Because of this, her portrayer, Eden Riegel, who recently returned on All My Children on October 17, is pleased to be part of such a groundbreaking storyline.

'All My Children' Actor Heads to 'Days of our Lives'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:00:00 GMT

John Callahan is an actor whose work on the soap circuit stretches back over 20 years. He has a lot of credits to his name including stints on Falcon Crest and Santa Barbara but his role as Edmund Grey on All My Children from April 1992 to March 2005 has brought him the most fame and acclaim. Soon, the 54-year-old actor will be returning the soap world, nearly three years after playing his infamous character. This time, however, he'll be gracing the town of Salem as he joins the cast of Days of our Lives.

On All My Children, Callahan came to Pine Valley in search of a life he once and to uncover the Will Cortlandt murder mystery. On Days of our Lives, he'll be serving as the doctor of Nicole Walker (Arianne Zuker), who is currently pregnant with EJ's (James Scott) baby.

Rebecca Budig to Leave 'All My Children' in 2009

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

After losing some of its residents from the series of tornadoes that recently hit Pine Valley, All My Children will be losing yet another cast member next year. Rebecca Budig, who plays Greenlee Smythe, has confirmed that she's leaving the ABC soap amidst much controversy.

"It's true," Budig said. "I'll be leaving All My Children."

All My Children: Kendall Exits Pine Valley

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Fans of All My Children will have to bid farewell to Alicia Minshew. Fortunately, she won't be checking out of Pine Valley for good. The actress who portrays Kendall on the ABC soap will be taking a break temporarily as she walks down the aisle by the end of this month, according to Soap Opera Digest.

Minshew and fiancé Richie Herschenfeld are set to tie the knot on October 26. The break will give the actress a chance to take a honeymoon and enjoy the newly married life. But what does this mean for Minshew's Kendall? Read on to find out.

Warning: Spoilers ahead!!!

All My Children: Babe To Leave Pine Valley

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Yesterday, viewers witnessed a series of tornadoes touched down on Pine Valley, literally throwing people around and changing All My Children forever. The catastrophe will reportedly at least bring one character back in the form of Eden Reigel (Bianca Montgomery), but it will also take away the lives of several others. According to Soap Opera Digest, one casualty of the tornado is the character Babe given that her portrayer, Amanda Baker, will exit the ABC soap.

Warning: Spoilers ahead.

All My Children: Eileen Herlie Dead at 90

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT

It's a gloomy day for Pine Valley as the cast and crew of ABC's All My Children mourn the death of Eileen Herlie, who played the bubbly and feisty Myrtle Fargate. According to the network's website, the actress died on Wednesday from complications from pneumonia. She was 90.

Herlie, whose stint on All My Children spans more than three decades, joined the soap in 1976 as a former carny and a somewhat partner-in-crime to Phoebe Tyler Wallingford, as she was trying to break up her son, Lincoln's marriage to Kitty Shea. Eventually, she became Erica Kane's (Susan Lucci) surrogate mother and the surrogate grandmother to Erica's children, Kendall Hart, Josh Madden and Bianca Montgomery. As such, she was often considered a member of the Kane-Montgomery family. Her last episode aired on June 23.

Peter Bergman Relives 'All My Children' Days Through 'Young and the Restless' Co-Stars

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Before landing the role of Jack Abbott on The Young and the Restless, Peter Bergman first assumed the role of Dr. Cliff Warner on All My Children. That happened nearly 20 years ago but lately, he's been reminiscing his Pine Valley days through Genoa City newcomers Elizabeth Hendrickson (Chloe) and Billy Miller (Billy).

Although Bergman has never really worked with Hendrickson and Miller on All My Children, his respect and admiration for the newbies are quite apparent.

Vincent Irizarry Returns to 'All My Children'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Previously, Billy Miller left his role as bad boy Richie Novak on All My Children to play the often recast Billy Abbott on The Young and the Restless. Now, it seems that a trade has been made as Vincent Irizarry, who previously portrayed David Chow on The Young and the Restless, is now headed to All My Children's Pine Valley.

"Vincent Irizarry will return to All My Children, playing the role of Dr. David Hayward," a show spokesperson confirmed to Soap Central.

'All My Children' Seeking Iraq War Veteran to Join the Cast

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:00:00 GMT

All My Children has launched a nationwide search for an Iraq war veteran who will partake in a newly created romantic storyline that promises to shed light into the challenges faced by a soldier after combat.

According to executive producer Julie Hanan Carruthers, All My Children is inviting veterans to contact the program's New York casting director. The show is also working with U.S.A. Cares, a nonprofit group that provides financial and other support to wounded soldiers and their families, and has sought help from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Walter Reed Army Medical Center.

New Head Writer Talks About What's In Store for 'All My Children'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Charles Pratt, Jr. has always been a fan of All My Children executive producer Julie Carruthers and now, he has been given the opportunity to work with her as the soap's new head writer. In just a few short weeks, his new material will begin airing. But for those who can't wait to find out, here's a few hints on what he has to offer for Pine Valley in the coming months.

Warning: May contain spoilers.

'All My Children' Drops Colin Egglesfield to Recurring Status

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 06:00:00 GMT

All My Children has called off future plans for Colin Egglesfield, who presently portrays the highly controversial Joshua Madden on the drama. According to Soap Central, the 35-year-old actor has been taken off his contract, consequently being dropped to recurring status.

Egglesfield joined All My Children as the second actor to play Joshua, following the departure of Scott Kinworthy in 2005. The character was initially the subject of controversial abortion storyline back in the early 1970s, having been the fetus in which the abortion was centered. When the abortion storyline was rewritten to not have been an abortion after all, controversy ensued again, as viewers felt that it was an undoing of a groundbreaking event in television history. Although this storyline created buzz for several months, Joshua's storyline gradually dried up. Most recently, he was featured having a one-night stand with Greenlee Smythe (Rebecca Budig).

'All My Children' Actor Joins 'The Young and the Restless'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Since 2007, Billy Miller has been portraying bad boy Richie Novak on All My Children. Now, he's ready to make his mark on yet another soap. According to Soaps.com, the 28-year-old actor will soon be heading to The Young and the Restless to play the often recast Billy Abbott.

The son of diva Jill Abbott (Jess Walton) and deceased John Abbott (Jerry Douglas), Billy Abbot was first played by David Tom in 1999. For his portrayal of the role, Tom won an Emmy Award in 2000. When Tom decided to leave The Young and Restless in 2002, Ryan Brown took over the character, though he only stayed until 2003. Then Scott Seymour was cast as the third actor to portray Billy Abbot but he only lingered on the series for a few months during the end of 2006.

'All My Children' Actress Stars in New Web Series

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:10:00 GMT

Eden Riegel, Emmy Award-winning actress who is best known for her portrayal of Bianca Montgomery on the daytime drama All My Children, has joined forces with her husband Andrew Miller in order to come up with a new web series called Imaginary Bitches.

The series tells the story of a single girl who deals with the lonely reality that all her friends are in serious relationships by creating imaginary friends to talk to... who turn out to be serious bitches.