Soap Opera Comings and Goings October 26–30, 2026: Big Returns, Familiar Faces, and Exciting Debuts!
The revolving door of daytime television keeps spinning! The week of October 26–30, 2026, brings exciting returns, familiar faces, and casting surprises across General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, and Beyond the Gates.
From Vivica A. Fox returning to Genoa City to familiar faces resurfacing in Salem and Fairmont Crest, here's the latest soap opera casting news!
Soap Opera Comings and Goings October 26–30, 2026: Big Returns, Familiar Faces, and Exciting Debuts!
Beyond the Gates Comings and Goings
Jennifer Van Horn (Jenny Smith): Following her October 21 debut as Smitty's mother, Van Horn remains a recent addition to the Fairmont Crest canvas.
Maurice P. Kerry (Randy Parker): Randy gets more screen time when Hayley desperately seeks his assistance.
Ernestine Johnson (Shanice): Shanice returns to the spotlight as she and Ted prepare for their future together.
Bonita Brisker (Sharon Winger): Sharon returns Wednesday, October 28, as Anita shares important news.
Maria Howell (Tracy Tyler): Tracy also returns October 28 for Anita's announcement.
Jordi Vilasuso (Grayson Perez): Grayson is back as Naomi searches for answers.
Najah Jackson (Samantha Richardson): Samantha shares an emotional moment with Smitty.
The Bold and the Beautiful Comings and Goings
Jennifer Gareis (Donna Logan Forrester): Donna appears Monday, October 26, and Wednesday, October 28, amid the Logan family conflict.
Delon de Metz (Zende Forrester Dominguez): Zende appears Monday through Wednesday as the fallout from his departure continues.
Kelly Sullivan (Darcy Dylan): Darcy appears Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with Wyatt Spencer entering her orbit.
Scytorya Rhodes (Forrester Employee): Rhodes appears Friday, October 30, in a supporting role.
Major return ahead: Alley Mills is confirmed to reprise Pam Douglas after an extended absence. Her exact airdate has not yet been announced.
Days of Our Lives Comings and Goings
Cole Gersmeyer (Thomas DiMera): Thomas returns Friday, October 30, for Salem's Halloween festivities.
Rachel Boyd (Sophia Choi): Sophia remains involved in the action as a mysterious helpline call raises questions.
Stacy Haiduk (Kristen DiMera): Kristen continues making appearances as her family drama intensifies.
Michael Rose (George O'Halloran): George remains part of the unfolding DiMera storyline.
Brandon Beemer (Shawn Brady): Shawn returns to the action and questions EJ.
Lamon Archey (Eli Grant): Eli resurfaces as Lani prepares for a new chapter.
Sal Stowers (Lani Price Grant): Lani receives additional screen time.
Miles Anderson (Foster): Foster returns Friday, October 30, as his relationship with Julie faces trouble.
Coming soon: Kyle Pryor joins the cast as Dominic Marino in early November. Published reports differ on whether his first full appearance is November 2 or November 6.
Thaao Penghlis and Leann Hunley are also scheduled to return as Tony and Anna DiMera for the show's anniversary celebration
General Hospital Comings and Goings
Finn Carr (Rocco Falconeri): Rocco returns Monday, October 26, as his secret with Scout threatens to come out.
Kayden Brenna Tokarski (Scout Cain): Scout appears Monday and has an important conversation with Drew on Tuesday.
Asher Antonyzyn (Danny Morgan): Danny returns Tuesday, October 27, and Friday, October 30, with an ultimatum and a confession.
James Patrick Stuart (Valentin Cassadine): Valentin remains front and center as he and Carly embark on another mission.
Rick Hearst (Ric Lansing): Ric receives additional screen time as he makes a request of Alexis.
Beau Bowden (Brown Dog Bartender): Bowden continues his recently introduced role at The Brown Dog.
Coming soon: Alley Mills returns as Heather Webber on Thursday, November 5.
The Young and the Restless Comings and Goings
Vivica A. Fox (Dr. Stephanie Simmons): Fox returns Friday, October 30, as Stephanie and Nate take their relationship public.
Melissa Ordway (Abby Newman Winters): Abby makes another appearance in Genoa City.
Beth Maitland (Traci Abbott): Traci returns for additional Abbott family scenes.
Bryton James (Devon Winters): Devon appears Monday, October 26, as Lily attempts to repair family relationships.
Hayley Erin (Claire Newman): Claire returns Wednesday, October 28, and establishes boundaries with Audra.
Future returns: Redding Munsell is expected back as Harrison Abbott during the holiday season, while Ethan Ray Clark is also returning as Dominic.
Who’s going? Jai Rodriguez has wrapped his recent appearance as wedding planner Pietro.
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