Key Casting News
A New Jill Abbott: In a significant surprise, Lauren Koslow will step into the role of Jill Abbott starting Thursday, June 25. Koslow, well-known for her long-standing role as Kate Roberts on Days of our Lives, is filling in for veteran actress Jess Walton, who is temporarily unavailable due to a scheduling conflict. This marks a return for Koslow, who previously played the character Lindsey Wells on Y&R from 1984 to 1986.
Major Returns and Guest Appearances
Stacy Haiduk (Patty Williams): Continues her intense storyline, threatening Jack Abbott on June 22 and appearing with Jack and Kyle Abbott on June 26.
Jere Burns (Dr. Laurence Markham): Returns to further the ongoing drama surrounding Diane Jenkins’s captivity, interacting with Susan Walters, Stacy Haiduk, and Peter Bergman on June 22.
Roger Howarth (Matt Clark): Reappears on Wednesday, June 24, where he will face provocation from Noah Newman (Lucas Adams).
Vivica A. Fox (Dr. Stephanie Simmons): Makes a highly anticipated return to the soap after 30 years. She will appear on Friday, June 26, to recruit Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic) for a special project.
