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Things got deliciously dramatic on Friday's The Bold and the Beautiful. In this B&B recap, Nick moved fast with a jaw-dropping proposal plan, Eric dropped truth bombs all over the place, and Katie stirred the pot just the way we like it. Meanwhile, Taylor clung to denial, and Finn took a crack at getting answers from the ever-shifty Grace. From Italy to Los Angeles, the heat was on. Nick | B&B, CBS Nick Skips the Chase and Reaches for the Ring Nick must’ve decided romance was a sprint because he went from sweet messages to pulling out a diamond ring without so much as a dinner reservation. On the dock in Italy, he gazed at the water like a lovesick sailor and reminisced about his cigar-smoking, swaggering debut as “Captain Nick Payne.” Clearly, he thinks Brooke is still the catch of the century. While he practiced proposing in his head, Eric caught him red-handed with the ring box. And to say he was horrified would be putting it mildly. Eric couldn’t believe Nick was ready ...

It was lights, camera, drama on Friday's Beyond the Gates as Anita finally got her diva moment, Ashley gave Derek a dose of reality, and Leslie wormed her way into the concert like only Leslie can.  Anita | BTG, CBS Leslie Gets Busted and Still Manages to Show Up Let’s start with our favorite chaos queen. Leslie was posted up at Orphey Gene’s whining about not having a ticket to the Articulettes’ concert. And naturally, she blamed Ted. Because when in doubt, blame the ex. While Eva slipped off to the restroom, Leslie helped herself to a peek in her daughter’s purse. What did she find? A credit card and a concert ticket — the one Ted secretly slipped to Eva. Leslie snatched it like she was in a heist movie and made a quick getaway. When Ted found out what she did, he knew better than to let this explode into a full-on family meltdown. So he gave his ticket to Eva, ensuring she could attend without sitting next to her deranged mother. Smooth move, Ted. For once. Derek Gets Served Wh...

On Friday's General Hospital Jason gets rocked by a ghost from the past, Josslyn’s next mission involves fake diamonds and a real passport, and Kristina shares a heartfelt moment with Marco that might just be more than friendly. Jason | GH, ABC Britt’s Back… and Not Happy About House Arrest Over at The Five Poppies resort, Britt Westbourne is very much alive and not in the mood to play prisoner. She tried to leave for dinner, only to be stopped by a smug employee named Pascal who reminded her of a little donkey she allegedly injured in a car accident years ago. Oops? Britt’s not buying the “we’re worried about your health” excuse and calls out the real issue: someone powerful isn’t thrilled she took a trip to Paris. Sound shady? It is. She wants to drive, she wants freedom, and most of all, she wants control back. But Pascal makes it clear she’s staying put. Meanwhile, he places a very interesting call to none other than Jason Morgan… and when Britt storms in yelling in the bac...

Friday on Days of Our Lives: EJ’s got some mysterious scheme brewing, Marlena’s dropping truth bombs with a side of therapy, and Chad and Cat are getting far too cozy in a busted elevator. Just when things were settling into their usual chaos, word drops that Sami is making her grand return. EJ | DAYS, Peacock Marlena Sets the Record Straight With Rachel Marlena’s book was about to get a whole lot juicier when Brady came home with Rachel after their movie night. Marlena quickly sent Dad packing so she could get some one-on-one time with her granddaughter. Rachel, wasting no time, came right out with it. Why did Marlena want her dad out of the picture? But Marlena had bigger fish to fry. Namely, Johnny’s trial. She gently nudged Rachel to tell the truth and nothing but. That’s when Rachel let it slip: Uncle EJ kinda-sorta hinted that she should fudge the facts. Marlena kept it cool but made it clear that honesty is the only job Rachel has. As for remembering anything else from the night...

Friday on The Young and the Restless, secrets are spilling, loyalties are shifting, and the Cane factor is creeping into everyone’s business. Let’s unpack it all in Friday's Y&R recap. Daniel and Tessa | Y&R, CBS SONY Billy Breaks Free and Gets Bold Jack and Diane barely had time to unpack their bags from Nice before Billy dropped a bomb. He’s done playing nice in the family sandbox. The guy wants out of Abbott Communications and has his eyes set on Chancellor instead. Jack couldn’t believe it. Why would Billy put his future in the hands of Cane Ashby, of all people? Jack’s not wrong to be worried, since aligning with Cane could mean real trouble with Victor. But Billy is all in. He claims Cane sees his worth, and that’s enough for him. Cue the slow clap for terrible decisions. Phyllis and Diane Trade Barbs While Daniel Gets Cozy Over at Crimson Lights, Phyllis and Diane threw down the usual shade. Diane accused her of bleeding Cane dry, and Phyllis bragged that he couldn’...

In Thursday's B&B recap, Brooke finally reached a turning point in her never-ending romantic tug-of-war, Sheila couldn’t shake a feeling about Li, and Luna lay quietly in a hidden room while the whole world thought she was gone for good. Secrets are simmering and so is the drama. Nick, Brooke and Ridge in Italy | B&B, CBS Brooke Says Goodbye… to Ridge Brooke’s emotional rollercoaster continued in scenic Capri, where she told Ridge she couldn’t stay any longer. Every corner reminded her of their history and not in a good way. She vented about the constant attention, the endless questions about their relationship and his messy engagement with Taylor. Tired of feeling like a tabloid headline, Brooke made it clear she was done playing second fiddle. And when Ridge tried to calm her with a breezy “It’s going to be OK,” Brooke wasn’t having it. According to her, nothing about this was OK. Meanwhile, Nick showed up at the party ready to make his move. Eric shut him down hard, warn...

Things got messy all over Port Charles on Thursday. Willow tried to win back Michael but only managed to prove his point, Jason started pulling threads on Britt’s so-called death and found a major red flag, and Anna's crew of misfits can’t even manage to walk a dog without drama. Oh, and Drew and Curtis finally declared a truce… for now. Willow and Michael | GH, ABC Willow Wants Redemption, Michael Wants Distance Willow showed up at the Quartermaine mansion like she hadn’t just derailed her entire life two days ago. She offered Michael an apology and a pretty speech about how Drew fooled her. Cue Michael, who wasn’t buying any of it. He calmly explained that if it weren’t for Drew playing puppet master, they might have actually had a shot. Willow tried to pivot to “let’s fix this now” but Michael stopped her cold. He’s not interested in court drama or fake reconciliations. He just doesn’t want his kids around the tornado she’s become. Willow did what Willow does best lately and fe...

Thursday on Days of Our Lives, Alex’s big mistake sends Stephanie spiraling into memories she’d rather forget, Susan delivers a jaw-dropping revelation about Stefano, and Chad gets trapped with the one person who asks way too many questions.  EJ and Susan face Stefano's portrait | DAYS, Peacock Stephanie’s Past Comes Roaring Back While tossing pizza dough at home, Steve confesses to Kayla that something’s off with Alex. Turns out the guy’s got a little criminal record from before he came to Salem. He pled guilty back then, and Justin chalks it up to youth and stupidity, but the whole thing brings back some dark memories for Steve. He can’t help thinking about Jeremy Horton, the abusive ex Stephanie once dated. Kayla reminds Steve that Alex isn’t Jeremy, and she should know — she married a bad boy herself. They both agree Stephanie’s happy now and they don’t want to rock the boat, but Steve’s definitely keeping one eye on Alex. Their conversation ends in a kiss and a little frisky ...

One woman can't breathe, another man can't speak, and Dani has had enough of Martin's pity party. On Thursday's Beyond the Gates, Vernon lays down the law, Martin gets called out by his niece, and Sharon's big moment nearly ends before it begins. This BTG recap is brimming with secrets, showdowns, and some very shaky solos. The Solo Debate Heats Up as Sharon and Tracy Size Up the Spotlight Anita's tempted to bring her jazz roots back to the stage, but when she confesses that her agent asked her to perform a solo at the Articulettes concert, things get... complicated. Sharon thinks it's only fair that everyone gets a solo if they're being handed out, but Tracy puts the breaks on that idea real fast. Tracy insists she’s just there to support Anita and reminds Sharon that Anita earned the spotlight. “Let’s not pretend she didn’t do just fine without us,” Tracy says, with just a touch of sting. Sharon eventually backs off, but there’s definitely tension und...

The drama on The Young and the Restless keeps building as Claire follows her heart straight into Kyle’s arms, leaving Victor fuming at the ranch. While the family gathers to grieve Cole, alliances are questioned, secrets bubble under the surface, and Audra’s return to Genoa City is greeted with just the right amount of side-eye. Let's jump right into Thursday's Y&R recap. Claire and Kyle | Y&R, CBS SONY Claire Chooses Kyle Over the Newmans Claire was expected to be at the ranch to grieve Cole with her family, but surprise, surprise... she had other plans. While Victoria urged her daughter to stick close to her loved ones during this painful time, Claire made a beeline for Kyle instead. At the park, she melted into his arms, desperate for answers and comfort. And when she found out about Victor’s recent manipulations, she wasn’t exactly thrilled. Even Kyle looked uneasy as he avoided telling her everything. Whatever he's hiding, Claire can feel it, and it’s not si...

Friday’s spoilers are turning up the drama with bold moves, shocking confessions, and tangled relationships across The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, Beyond the Gates, General Hospital, and Days of Our Lives. Secrets are bubbling, loyalties are tested, and not everyone will walk away unscathed. Here is your inside look at all the juicy twists for cliffhanger Friday! The Young and the Restless spoilers for Friday, August 1 Jack puts it all on the line to protect Billy. Daniel questions whether Phyllis’ latest scheme can be trusted. Tessa finds unexpected support from a surprising new ally. The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Friday, August 1 Eric turns to Nick with a plea to back down for the sake of his plans. Nick gears up to pop the big question to Brooke during a romantic boat ride. Beyond the Gates spoilers for Friday, August 1 Derek does not hold back as he comes clean with Ashley. The Dupree family gears up for the much-anticipated Articulettes’ Reunion C...

It was an emotional rollercoaster on Wednesday's The Bold and the Beautiful as Brooke reached her limit in Italy, Ridge played clueless, and Li somehow managed to keep an actual secret in a town where nothing stays buried for long. Grab your Aperol spritz and let’s get into it. Brooke | B&B, CBS Brooke and Ridge Do Capri... and Chaos Nick may have been dreaming up a romantic boat ride for Brooke, but surprise!! Ridge beat him to it. He and Brooke glided across the water to Capri with “Unforgettable” playing, trying to sell the fantasy. But the real drama began when Eric pulled Ridge aside and spilled the tea about seeing Brooke and Nick kissing. Cue Ridge fuming and calling Brooke out. She didn’t deny it and hit him with a brutal truth bomb: “At least Nick is making an effort.” Oof. Despite their tension, it was time for the fashion show. Although calling it a fashion show might be generous since it looked more like an upscale lunch with background models no one was wat...

On Wednesday's General Hosptial Willow finally gets out of her Drew fog long enough to face Michael, while Drew realizes Curtis is the one who lit the match that blew up his love life. Meanwhile, Nina makes one last-ditch effort to help her daughter, Lulu and Brook Lynn go another round, and Trina closes the book on Kai... for now. Drew | GH, ABC   Willow Finds Her Spine, Michael Finds His Leverage After sleeping off her wedding day meltdown, Willow wakes up at Liz’s with a new perspective and a borrowed hoodie. She knows crashing Carly’s house was a mistake, and she’s officially over Drew. But when Nina shows up with clothes and apologies, Willow lays down the law. She’s done being manipulated and flat-out tells her mother she’s just as guilty as Drew for blowing up her life. Nina slinks away and calls Ric, who later shows up with a plan to get Willow custody... but not until October. Apparently, her public breakdown wasn’t exactly helping her case. Willow accepts the timeline ...

On Wednesday's Beyond the Gates Anita’s nerves are fried as the big night approaches, Nicole and Martin hit a snag in therapy, and Naomi’s little chat with Dani turns into a full-blown truth bomb.  Anita and Vernon | BTG, CBS   Anita’s Spotlight Dilemma Turns Up the Heat With the Articulettes reunion just hours away, Anita is on the verge of a glam-induced meltdown. The Dupree name is already teetering on scandal overload, and the last thing she needs is to make things worse with a flop performance. Enter her agent, Jim, who casually suggests that Anita should sprinkle in a solo jazz number during the reunion show. Uh-oh. Anita initially shoots him down, insisting the spotlight belongs to all three ladies. But the seed is planted, and before long, she’s confessing the offer to Sharon and Tracy and putting the whole thing up for a vote. These women have just started acting like a team again and now they have to decide whether to hand the mic to their headliner or keep it st...

Wednesday on Days of Our Lives, Sarah calls Sophia out and gets a shocking answer, Susan stuns EJ with a ghostly outburst, and Belle tries to walk away from the trial. Meanwhile, Tate and Holly get closer, Stephanie stays MIA, and Sophia's fever might not be the only thing heating up the mystery. Susan | DAYS, Peacock Sarah Doesn’t Buy Sophia’s Story Sarah stops by the Kiriakis mansion and immediately picks up on the weird vibes surrounding Sophia’s sudden Chicago trip. Maggie’s grieving the loss of the baby while Holly awkwardly bolts to lunch, and Sarah wastes no time digging for answers. When she checks Sophia out later at the hospital, things get even sketchier. Sure, there’s no infection, but something doesn’t add up with Sophia’s recovery. Sarah presses her on the baby’s gender, and Sophia goes stone cold. When she finally breaks, it’s clear she’s hiding something big. She begs Sarah not to say anything, but Sarah reminds her that if the baby’s in danger, silence isn’t an ...

Enemies are circling, secrets are exploding, and hearts are breaking on Wednesday's The Young and the Restless. As Cane gears up to make a power move, Victor makes it clear he won’t let one sleazy outsider take on the Newman empire. Meanwhile, Nate drops the most devastating news a mother could hear, and Claire leans on the women around her while processing her father’s death.  Victor | Y&R, CBS SONY Amy’s Joy Turns to Heartbreak Amy is glowing with gratitude, full of hope and dreams for the future. But while she’s soaking in her blessings on a peaceful park bench, Nate sits beside her looking like he’s about to drop a bomb. And he does. Damian isn’t coming home. Amy’s heart shatters as she learns her son was killed by a delusional employee who thought he was a threat to Cane. Her son died because he cared about Lily. Amy is gutted and in total denial, clinging to the idea that she’d know if he were truly gone. Nate tries to comfort her, but nothing can prepare a mother for tha...

Thursday’s spoilers are packed with plenty of chaos across all your favorite daytime shows. The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, Beyond the Gates, General Hospital, and Days of Our Lives are bringing the fireworks with intense face-offs, heartfelt moments, and jaw-dropping twists. Here is what to expect. The Young and the Restless spoilers for Thursday, July 31 Victor pulls his clan together as the Newman family braces for what’s ahead. Jack and Diane cannot shake their growing anxiety about Kyle’s choices. Nick and Sharon find themselves tangled in an ever-messier situation. The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Thursday, July 31 Nick and Ridge go head-to-head in a heated clash. Brooke's time in Italy with Ridge leads to a bittersweet walk down memory lane.  Sheila becomes convinced that Li is holding back the truth about Luna. Deacon offers Sheila comfort as she mourns, even though he wasn't a fan of Luna's. Beyond the Gates spoilers for Thursday, Jul...

Tuesday's The Bold and the Beautiful just delivered one of its juiciest twists yet. While Italy sparkles and flirtation heats up between Brooke and Nick, back in LA, Finn starts asking the right questions... and Li? Oh, she’s hiding something massive. Yes, Luna's alive! This Bold and the Beautiful recap has secret patients, surprise kisses, and enough romantic tension to make the Amalfi Coast blush. Luna | B&B, CBS Brooke Reunites with Nick on the Amalfi Coast Brooke, Ridge and Eric arrive in glamorous Naples and are instantly swept up in the Italian charm. With fans waving and champagne flowing, the rooftop reception kicks off with toasts and selfies. But the real show starts when Nick strolls in like the main course at a five-star dinner. One “Ciao, Bella” later, Brooke’s already swooning and saying yes to a date. Eric clocks their kiss with the subtlety of a jealous ex and makes sure to remind everyone he’ll be heading to Capri early. Hmm. Coincidence? Doubt it. Brooke...