Patricia Miller, mother of “General Hospital” and “The Young and the Restless” star Billy Miller, spoke out Monday about her son’s death.
Billy died Friday, two days before what would have been his 44th birthday. In an interview published Monday evening, Patricia clarified her son’s cause of death, which was not released with initial reports over the weekend.
“He fought a long, hard valiant battle with bipolar depression for years. He did everything he could to control the disease. He loved his family, his friends and his fans. But in the end, the disease won the fight and he surrendered his life,” Patricia told Soap Opera Digest. “The other causes of death being told are not true. I wish they were, but they just aren’t. We all loved him so much and are desperately trying to deal with our loss. I will have nothing further to say.
Billy died Friday, two days before what would have been his 44th birthday. In an interview published Monday evening, Patricia clarified her son’s cause of death, which was not released with initial reports over the weekend.
“He fought a long, hard valiant battle with bipolar depression for years. He did everything he could to control the disease. He loved his family, his friends and his fans. But in the end, the disease won the fight and he surrendered his life,” Patricia told Soap Opera Digest. “The other causes of death being told are not true. I wish they were, but they just aren’t. We all loved him so much and are desperately trying to deal with our loss. I will have nothing further to say.
- 9/19/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Soap opera star Billy Miller, who was best known for his portrayal of Billy Abbott on “The Young and the Restless” and both Jason Morgan and Drew Cain on “General Hospital,” has died at the age of 43. His death was confirmed by soap opera journalist Michael Fairman.
A cause of death has not been released, but Miller’s management released a statement noting, “The actor was struggling with manic depression when he died.” Miller died on Friday — Sunday was set to be his 44th birthday.
The actor joined daytime TV in 2007, briefly playing Richie Novak on “All My Children,” before moving on to “The Young and the Restless.” Despite being the fourth actor to try his hand at Billy Abbott, Miller dove headfirst into the role and ultimately won three Daytime Emmys between 2008 and 2014.
Soap operas played a major role in Miller’s life long before he was cast in one.
A cause of death has not been released, but Miller’s management released a statement noting, “The actor was struggling with manic depression when he died.” Miller died on Friday — Sunday was set to be his 44th birthday.
The actor joined daytime TV in 2007, briefly playing Richie Novak on “All My Children,” before moving on to “The Young and the Restless.” Despite being the fourth actor to try his hand at Billy Abbott, Miller dove headfirst into the role and ultimately won three Daytime Emmys between 2008 and 2014.
Soap operas played a major role in Miller’s life long before he was cast in one.
- 9/17/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Soap star Billy Miller was remembered today by his daytime drama colleagues for his talent, great humor, and his warm and charming personality.
Miller died Friday at age 43 in Austin, Texas, with word just reaching the public today. He was a three-time Daytime Emmys winner, and appeared on The Young and the Restless and General Hospital, among many other shows.
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Some of the reactions from social media:
Y&r‘s Eric Braeden wrote: “We lost Billy Miller! It saddens me deeply! He was a very gifted actor! Amelia(Victoria) and I took him to dinner one evening while he was in tough negotiations, and I remember telling him to reconsider, because rarely is an actor given a part that describes him almost perfectly, and to not make the mistake I had seen some actors make over my 60’years in the business, that they are indispensable! Once an actor thinks that...
Miller died Friday at age 43 in Austin, Texas, with word just reaching the public today. He was a three-time Daytime Emmys winner, and appeared on The Young and the Restless and General Hospital, among many other shows.
Related:
Some of the reactions from social media:
Y&r‘s Eric Braeden wrote: “We lost Billy Miller! It saddens me deeply! He was a very gifted actor! Amelia(Victoria) and I took him to dinner one evening while he was in tough negotiations, and I remember telling him to reconsider, because rarely is an actor given a part that describes him almost perfectly, and to not make the mistake I had seen some actors make over my 60’years in the business, that they are indispensable! Once an actor thinks that...
- 9/17/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Billy Miller, a three-time Daytime Emmy winning soap vet best known for his roles on The Young and the Restless and General Hospital, has died. He was 43.
Miller’s spokesperson tells TVLine that the actor passed away on Friday, Sept. 15. Although a cause of death was not given, Miller had been struggling with bipolar disorder, his rep confirms. (Michael Fairman TV was first to report the news of Miller’s death.)
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Miller’s spokesperson tells TVLine that the actor passed away on Friday, Sept. 15. Although a cause of death was not given, Miller had been struggling with bipolar disorder, his rep confirms. (Michael Fairman TV was first to report the news of Miller’s death.)
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- 9/17/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
“You don’t begin to understand the power of Victor Newman,” says the man himself, played by Eric Braeden, in a preview of his 40th anniversary special on “The Young and the Restless.” Don’t we know it. Watch that preview above, and check out the tribute episode when it airs on Wednesday, February 19.
That’s right, Braeden has starred on “Y&r” for 40 years now — or rather, 40 years and 11 days since he made his first appearance on the CBS soap opera on February 8, 1980. Since then the Newman family has become a cornerstone of the series, not to mention pillars of the Genoa City business community.
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Victor was most famously paired with Nikki Reed (Melody Thomas Scott), who has been on the “Y&r” canvas even longer than Victor. The supercouple produced a son, Nick Newman, who has been played by Joshua Morrow...
That’s right, Braeden has starred on “Y&r” for 40 years now — or rather, 40 years and 11 days since he made his first appearance on the CBS soap opera on February 8, 1980. Since then the Newman family has become a cornerstone of the series, not to mention pillars of the Genoa City business community.
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Victor was most famously paired with Nikki Reed (Melody Thomas Scott), who has been on the “Y&r” canvas even longer than Victor. The supercouple produced a son, Nick Newman, who has been played by Joshua Morrow...
- 2/18/2020
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
2008: The final episode of Passions aired on DirecTV's The 101."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"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...
1950: On The Guiding Light, during breakfast Bill Bauer (Lyle Sudrow) told his sister, Meta White (Jone Allison), that he and Bert were interested in buying a house in Beverly Hills. Later, Meta received a long-distance phone call from her husband, Ted.
Thanks to Jennifer for sending in the clip above.
1974: Douglass Watson made his first appearance as Mackenzie Cory on Another World. Robert Emhardt, who played the role for just over a year,...
― Anselm Kiefer
"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...
1950: On The Guiding Light, during breakfast Bill Bauer (Lyle Sudrow) told his sister, Meta White (Jone Allison), that he and Bert were interested in buying a house in Beverly Hills. Later, Meta received a long-distance phone call from her husband, Ted.
Thanks to Jennifer for sending in the clip above.
1974: Douglass Watson made his first appearance as Mackenzie Cory on Another World. Robert Emhardt, who played the role for just over a year,...
- 8/7/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1966: Days of our Lives creator Ted Corday died.
1983: Edge of Night's Raven and Sky were thrown in jail.
1993: Salem mourned Carly, who wasn't actually dead, on Days of our Lives.
2009: Y&r's Victor gave Adam his acceptance."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"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...
1966: Producer and director Ted Corday died at age 58. Corday moved from Broadway to radio dramas to television directing at The Guiding Light and As the World Turns. In 1965 NBC asked Corday to create three new daytime soap operas leading to the...
1983: Edge of Night's Raven and Sky were thrown in jail.
1993: Salem mourned Carly, who wasn't actually dead, on Days of our Lives.
2009: Y&r's Victor gave Adam his acceptance."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"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...
1966: Producer and director Ted Corday died at age 58. Corday moved from Broadway to radio dramas to television directing at The Guiding Light and As the World Turns. In 1965 NBC asked Corday to create three new daytime soap operas leading to the...
- 7/23/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Network: Upn (seasons 1-2), The CW (season 3), Hulu (season 4- )
Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing
TV show dates: September 22, 2004 -- May 22, 2007
July 19, 2019 -- Tbd
Series status: Cancelled on CW, revived by Hulu
Performers include: Kristen Bell, Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Enrico Colantoni, Ryan Hansen, Teddy Dunn, Michael Muhney, Tina Majorino, Brandon Hillock, Kyle Gallner, Tessa Thompson, Julie Gonzalo, Chris Lowell, Daran Norris, Duane Daniels, Harry Hamlin, Amanda Seyfried, Lisa Thornhill, Max Greenfield, Charisma Carpenter, Alona Tal, Ken Marino, Kyle Secor, Brad Bufanda, Patrick Wolff, Linda Castro, Christopher B. Duncan, and Amanda Noret.
TV show description:
Set in the fictional California seaside town of Neptune, this drama tells the story of high-school student and amateur investigator Veronica Mars (Kristen Bell).
The series begins...
Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing
TV show dates: September 22, 2004 -- May 22, 2007
July 19, 2019 -- Tbd
Series status: Cancelled on CW, revived by Hulu
Performers include: Kristen Bell, Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Enrico Colantoni, Ryan Hansen, Teddy Dunn, Michael Muhney, Tina Majorino, Brandon Hillock, Kyle Gallner, Tessa Thompson, Julie Gonzalo, Chris Lowell, Daran Norris, Duane Daniels, Harry Hamlin, Amanda Seyfried, Lisa Thornhill, Max Greenfield, Charisma Carpenter, Alona Tal, Ken Marino, Kyle Secor, Brad Bufanda, Patrick Wolff, Linda Castro, Christopher B. Duncan, and Amanda Noret.
TV show description:
Set in the fictional California seaside town of Neptune, this drama tells the story of high-school student and amateur investigator Veronica Mars (Kristen Bell).
The series begins...
- 7/20/2019
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Genoa City’s summer just got markedly hotter, with the news that Melissa Claire Egan is set to reprise her role as The Young and the Restless‘ Chelsea Newman.
Egan begins taping new scenes in May, with an eye on an early summer return, EW.com reports. News of her return comes on the heels of Mark Grossman (Famous in Love) being cast as a slightly de-SORASed Adam Newman (aka Chelsea’s baby daddy, I think), a role that has previously been played by Justin Hartley (This Is Us), Michael Muhney and Chris Engen.
“Told ya it was just ‘goodbye...
Egan begins taping new scenes in May, with an eye on an early summer return, EW.com reports. News of her return comes on the heels of Mark Grossman (Famous in Love) being cast as a slightly de-SORASed Adam Newman (aka Chelsea’s baby daddy, I think), a role that has previously been played by Justin Hartley (This Is Us), Michael Muhney and Chris Engen.
“Told ya it was just ‘goodbye...
- 4/30/2019
- TVLine.com
Sorry, Michael Muhney stans, ‘The Young and the Restless’ picked someone else to play Adam Newman #4
We recently asked our readers who they thought should be cast as the nefarious Adam Newman on “The Young and the Restless” if the character should come back from the (presumed) dead. Well, it was recently reported that the role has been filled, and it looks like the CBS soap didn’t listen to any of my wildly speculative suggestions — not that I’m bitter. But they also didn’t revert to a previous actor like many of our readers would have preferred. Mark Grossman will play Adam, not past portrayer Michael Muhney.
Grossman is a newcomer to daytime television whose past credits include a recurring role in the Freeform series “Famous in Love.” He’ll be the fourth man to play Adam Newman on “Y&R” following Chris Engen (2008-2009), Muhney (2009-2014) and Justin Hartley (2014-2016). Muhney earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for Best Actor in 2013 for his performance as Adam,...
Grossman is a newcomer to daytime television whose past credits include a recurring role in the Freeform series “Famous in Love.” He’ll be the fourth man to play Adam Newman on “Y&R” following Chris Engen (2008-2009), Muhney (2009-2014) and Justin Hartley (2014-2016). Muhney earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for Best Actor in 2013 for his performance as Adam,...
- 3/28/2019
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
“I think that’s great,” Justin Hartley told Soap Opera Digest during a recent interview when asked about the possibility of his daytime alma mater “The Young and the Restless” recasting his role as Adam Newman, a devious businessman with serious daddy issues. “They should. Adam is a great character,” the actor added. Of course, Hartley himself has a rather full plate these days as one of the stars of NBC’s “This is Us,” so if Adam were to return to Genoa City, it might need to be with a new face.
Hartley actually got his start in daytime. He joined the cast of NBC’s “Passions” in 2002 as Fox Crane and stayed with the show until 2006, after which the role was taken over by Mark Cameron Wystrach for another year and a half before the character was shot to death by his girlfriend’s niece — don’t you hate it when that happens?...
Hartley actually got his start in daytime. He joined the cast of NBC’s “Passions” in 2002 as Fox Crane and stayed with the show until 2006, after which the role was taken over by Mark Cameron Wystrach for another year and a half before the character was shot to death by his girlfriend’s niece — don’t you hate it when that happens?...
- 3/25/2019
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1996: Gh's Brenda called Miguel for help stopping Sonny's wedding.
2004: Days of our Lives' Tony "died" following a tiger attack.
2007: All My Children's Dixie "died" after eating poisoned pancakes.
2014: Billy and Adam were involved in a fiery crash on The Young and the Restless."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"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...
1958: On The Edge of Night, Bill (Carl Frank) and Mike (John Larkin) tried to convince Dalton there may be mitigating circumstances in the case, but he insisted on moving forward with the prosecution as quickly as possible.
2004: Days of our Lives' Tony "died" following a tiger attack.
2007: All My Children's Dixie "died" after eating poisoned pancakes.
2014: Billy and Adam were involved in a fiery crash on The Young and the Restless."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"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...
1958: On The Edge of Night, Bill (Carl Frank) and Mike (John Larkin) tried to convince Dalton there may be mitigating circumstances in the case, but he insisted on moving forward with the prosecution as quickly as possible.
- 1/30/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
It's happening! TVLine reports Hulu's Veronica Mars revival will begin production this fall.
The original series starred Bell as the titular Mars, a high school student who moonlights as an amateur detective in the beachside town of Neptune, California. The cast also includes Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Enrico Colantoni, Ryan Hansen, Teddy Dunn, and Michael Muhney. The show ran for three seasons on Upn/The CW before ending in 2007.
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The original series starred Bell as the titular Mars, a high school student who moonlights as an amateur detective in the beachside town of Neptune, California. The cast also includes Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Enrico Colantoni, Ryan Hansen, Teddy Dunn, and Michael Muhney. The show ran for three seasons on Upn/The CW before ending in 2007.
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- 9/11/2018
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Is Veronica Mars really returning? Deadline reports Hulu is considering a revival of the Kristen Bell TV show.
The original series starred Bell as the titular Mars, a high school student who moonlights as an amateur detective in the beachside town of Neptune, California. The cast also includes Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Enrico Colantoni, Ryan Hansen, Teddy Dunn, and Michael Muhney. The show ran for three seasons on Upn/The CW before ending in 2007.
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The original series starred Bell as the titular Mars, a high school student who moonlights as an amateur detective in the beachside town of Neptune, California. The cast also includes Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Enrico Colantoni, Ryan Hansen, Teddy Dunn, and Michael Muhney. The show ran for three seasons on Upn/The CW before ending in 2007.
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- 8/23/2018
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Kristen Bell will return as the titular detective in a Hulu series revival of Veronica Mars, sources tell Variety. Rob Thomas, who created the original Upn/CW show, will serve as writer for the mystery-drama, with Warner Bros. as the studio. The deal is reportedly not finalized as of this writing, and no further casting or plot details have been reported.
Bell is currently starring in the NBC comedy series The Good Place, which Variety notes would create potential scheduling issues for a rebooted Veronica Mars. Since the production would...
Bell is currently starring in the NBC comedy series The Good Place, which Variety notes would create potential scheduling issues for a rebooted Veronica Mars. Since the production would...
- 8/22/2018
- by Ryan Reed
- Rollingstone.com
“Veronica Mars” could be making its long-awaited TV return.
Sources tell Variety that a revival of the series is currently in the works at Hulu with original series star Kristen Bell poised to return as the titular detective and original series creator Rob Thomas serving as writer. Warner Bros. Television, which produced the original series, would be the studio. Sources caution, however, that the deal for the series is not yet final. It is also unknown if any other original series stars besides Bell would return or what the plot of the series would be.
Among the matters complicating the deal is that Bell currently stars in the hit NBC comedy “The Good Place.” Should the “Veronica Mars” project move forward, it would need to shoot around her schedule for the latter show, meaning it would likely be a limited series consisting of eight to ten episodes.
Both Hulu and Warner Bros.
Sources tell Variety that a revival of the series is currently in the works at Hulu with original series star Kristen Bell poised to return as the titular detective and original series creator Rob Thomas serving as writer. Warner Bros. Television, which produced the original series, would be the studio. Sources caution, however, that the deal for the series is not yet final. It is also unknown if any other original series stars besides Bell would return or what the plot of the series would be.
Among the matters complicating the deal is that Bell currently stars in the hit NBC comedy “The Good Place.” Should the “Veronica Mars” project move forward, it would need to shoot around her schedule for the latter show, meaning it would likely be a limited series consisting of eight to ten episodes.
Both Hulu and Warner Bros.
- 8/21/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
2008: The final episode of Passions aired on DirecTV's The 101."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...
1950: On The Guiding Light, during breakfast Bill Bauer (Lyle Sudrow) told his sister, Meta White (Jone Allison), that he and Bert were interested in buying a house in Beverly Hills. Later, Meta received a long-distance phone call from her husband, Ted.
Thanks to Jennifer for sending in the clip above.
1974: Douglass Watson made his first appearance as Mackenzie Cory on Another World. Robert Emhardt, who played the role for just over a year, had left the show in June. Watson's...
― 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...
1950: On The Guiding Light, during breakfast Bill Bauer (Lyle Sudrow) told his sister, Meta White (Jone Allison), that he and Bert were interested in buying a house in Beverly Hills. Later, Meta received a long-distance phone call from her husband, Ted.
Thanks to Jennifer for sending in the clip above.
1974: Douglass Watson made his first appearance as Mackenzie Cory on Another World. Robert Emhardt, who played the role for just over a year, had left the show in June. Watson's...
- 8/7/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1966: Days of our Lives creator Ted Corday died.
1983: Edge of Night's Raven and Sky were thrown in jail.
1993: Days' Salem mourned Carly, who wasn't actually dead.
2009: Y&R's Victor gave Adam his acceptance."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...
1966: Producer and director Ted Corday died at age 58. Corday moved from Broadway to radio dramas to television directing at The Guiding Light and As the World Turns. In 1965 NBC asked Corday to create three new daytime soap operas leading to the premieres of Days of our Lives, Paradise Bay and Morning Star. Days continues to...
1983: Edge of Night's Raven and Sky were thrown in jail.
1993: Days' Salem mourned Carly, who wasn't actually dead.
2009: Y&R's Victor gave Adam his acceptance."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...
1966: Producer and director Ted Corday died at age 58. Corday moved from Broadway to radio dramas to television directing at The Guiding Light and As the World Turns. In 1965 NBC asked Corday to create three new daytime soap operas leading to the premieres of Days of our Lives, Paradise Bay and Morning Star. Days continues to...
- 7/23/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1981: General Hospital's Luke had a calling.
1984: Jack Boyd arrived in Edge of Night's Monticello.
1990: A topless Carly impressed Justin on Days of our Lives.
2000: Bold and the Beautiful's Brooke played footsie with Thorne."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"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...
1936: Popular serial Just Plain Bill aired on CBS Radio for the final time. The show returned in September on NBC, where it remained until 1954.
1941: On The Guiding Light,...
1984: Jack Boyd arrived in Edge of Night's Monticello.
1990: A topless Carly impressed Justin on Days of our Lives.
2000: Bold and the Beautiful's Brooke played footsie with Thorne."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"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...
1936: Popular serial Just Plain Bill aired on CBS Radio for the final time. The show returned in September on NBC, where it remained until 1954.
1941: On The Guiding Light,...
- 6/13/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Melissa Claire Egan announced on Jan. 31 that she was leaving “The Young and the Restless” later this year. She has played the role of Chelsea Lawson for six eventful years. She was introduced as a con artist who gave up Billy Abbot’s (Billy Miller) baby. She evolved into a kinder character who married and divorced Adam Newman (Michael Muhney). Most recently, she passed off her child with him as that of Dylan McAvoy’s (Steve Burton).
The actress revealed the news to her fans via a Twitter post:
“After much thought and six wonderful years, I have decided to leave The Young & the Restless. I love this show (and this genre) so very much, and am so grateful to this amazing crew and cast, especially my beyond wonderful Josh Morrow. This cast, crew, and everyone behind the scenes at Sony and CBS are truly the best at what they do and are my family.
The actress revealed the news to her fans via a Twitter post:
“After much thought and six wonderful years, I have decided to leave The Young & the Restless. I love this show (and this genre) so very much, and am so grateful to this amazing crew and cast, especially my beyond wonderful Josh Morrow. This cast, crew, and everyone behind the scenes at Sony and CBS are truly the best at what they do and are my family.
- 2/1/2018
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
1996: Gh's Brenda called Miguel for help stopping Sonny's wedding.
2004: Days of our Lives' Tony "died" following a tiger attack.
2007: All My Children's Dixie "died" after eating poisoned pancakes.
2014: Billy and Adam were involved in a fiery crash on The Young
and the Restless."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― 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...
1958: On The Edge of Night,...
2004: Days of our Lives' Tony "died" following a tiger attack.
2007: All My Children's Dixie "died" after eating poisoned pancakes.
2014: Billy and Adam were involved in a fiery crash on The Young
and the Restless."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― 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...
1958: On The Edge of Night,...
- 1/30/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Young and the Restless fans know that there is a lot of tension around the fact that Adam Newman is alive and well as it pertains to casting. Justin Hartley was the most recent Adam, but he’s got some other jobs he’s working on and no plans to return. Michael Muhney wants to come back badly, but writers haven’t done much to reach out to him. In fact, fans were convinced he was going to come back and take over the role again after several years of being away from the show, but it turns out that he has some
Young and the Restless Spoilers: Adam Newman Casting Rumors...
Young and the Restless Spoilers: Adam Newman Casting Rumors...
- 5/13/2017
- by Tiffany Raiford
- TVovermind.com
Young and the Restless fans know that things are never quite what they seem when people are in the place of desperation they seem to find themselves in so often. We’ve been discussing it for weeks at a time now, and we have more reason to discuss it now. Michael Muhney, the former-former Adam Newman, is asking his fans to go ahead and make sure they continue to ask for him to come back and reprise his role. If Adam is still alive – and we all think he is – it won’t be Justin Hartley that comes back for
Young and the Restless Spoilers: Michael Muhney Tells Fans to Ask for His Return...
Young and the Restless Spoilers: Michael Muhney Tells Fans to Ask for His Return...
- 5/6/2017
- by Tiffany Raiford
- TVovermind.com
Young and the Restless fans know that they have strong feelings about Adam Newman, but the big, strong rumor going on right now has everything to do with Michael Muhney. We brought you news recently that it’s rumored he’s going to reprise his role as Adam after Justin Hartley’s Adam Newman was allegedly killed last fall in an explosion caused by Chloe and panned by Victor. Now we hear even more news that this is probably very likely. In fact, the rumor is that the current writer’s strike has it happening. If there is not a settlement reached by the
Young and the Restless Spoilers: When is Adam Newman Coming Back?...
Young and the Restless Spoilers: When is Adam Newman Coming Back?...
- 4/17/2017
- by Tiffany Raiford
- TVovermind.com
Young and the Restless fans want to know if Adam is coming back. His story is one that’s been widely reported for so long. Chloe believed he was the person responsible for killing her daughter. Victor Newman helped her leave a mental facility to come to Genoa City in disguise and frame him for committing a murder he did not commit. He was played by Justin Hartley, shot in the chest with a dart gun, and the cabin in which he was hiding was blown to pieces. He was killed – all by Chloe who was working for Victor at
Young and the Restless Spoilers: Michael Muhney to Return as Adam?...
Young and the Restless Spoilers: Michael Muhney to Return as Adam?...
- 4/9/2017
- by Tiffany Raiford
- TVovermind.com
In what will go down as one of the least surprising exit announcements in soap history, Justin Hartley has confirmed that his two-year stint on CBS’ The Young and the Restless has come to an end. The news comes in the wake of his character Adam Newman’s presumed death and two weeks ahead of the premiere of Hartley’s buzzy new NBC drama This Is Us.
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In a letter on his Facebook page addressed to “the wonderful fans of Y&R,” Hartley wrote, “After many weeks...
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In a letter on his Facebook page addressed to “the wonderful fans of Y&R,” Hartley wrote, “After many weeks...
- 9/3/2016
- TVLine.com
Justin Hartley is stepping into some big shoes on “The Young and the Restless” — and he doesn't mind if some fans don't think he can fill them. On Nov. 5, Hartley will take over the role of Adam Newman on the CBS soap, following the departure of Michael Muhney. But he's not particularly worried if viewers don't take to his portrayal of Newman. “People are going to have their opinions, which I think is great — I welcome it and I love it,” Hartley, a veteran of “Passions,” “Smallville” and “Revenge,” told TheWrap. See photos: The CW Diversity Scorecard: From ‘Arrow’ to.
- 10/20/2014
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
Look out, Genoa City; there's a new Adam Newman in town. CBS soap “The Young and the Restless” has cast “Smallville” alum Justin Hartley in the role of Newman, the network told TheWrap on Tuesday. Also read: ‘Young & the Restless’ Star Michael Muhney Fired for Allegedly Groping Co-Star Hartley is inheriting the role from Michael Muhney, who was ousted from the series earlier this year amid accusations that he had groped his co-star, Hunter King. In addition to playing Green Arrow on “Smallville” for six years, Hartley's TV credits include the CW drama “Emily Owens M.D.,” “Revenge” and “Mistresses.” Hartley is repped.
- 8/19/2014
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
Passions alum and onetime Green Arrow Justin Hartley is returning to daytime TV, as The Young and the Restless‘ new Adam Newman.
Hartley thus succeeds Michael Muhney, who was abruptly let go from the role last December.
Related Shemar Moore Returns as Y&R‘s Malcolm Winters
Assaying his return to soaps, Hartley told TV Guide Magazine (which broke the news of his casting), “I don’t care if the job is on daytime or primetime or the web. Hey, give me a good character and someone to listen and I’ll do my acting on a street corner.”
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Hartley thus succeeds Michael Muhney, who was abruptly let go from the role last December.
Related Shemar Moore Returns as Y&R‘s Malcolm Winters
Assaying his return to soaps, Hartley told TV Guide Magazine (which broke the news of his casting), “I don’t care if the job is on daytime or primetime or the web. Hey, give me a good character and someone to listen and I’ll do my acting on a street corner.”
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- 8/19/2014
- TVLine.com
Shemar Moore is heading back to “The Young and the Restless.” Moore, who starred on the CBS soap as a series regular from 1994 to 2005, will return to the series in September for a two-episode guest appearance in September. Also read: ‘Young & the Restless’ Star Michael Muhney Fired for Allegedly Groping Co-Star In a two-day run that will air Sept. 10 and 11, Moore will reprise his role as Malcolm Winters. The guest appearance will find Malcolm returning to Genoa City after leaving town years before without a proper goodbye. Malcolm returns to visit the Winters family to reunite with...
- 7/23/2014
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
The Daytime Emmy reels for Best Actor are available for viewing online. I've watched all five. After two wins for Best Supporting Actor, will Billy Miller ("The Young and the Restless") earn a promotion for an episode involving the tragic death of his child? -Break- Watch his rivals' reels: Peter Bergman, Doug Davidson, Christian LeBlanc, and Jason Thomspon Length of Reel: 9:04 Synopsis: After the death of his daughter Delia in a hit-and-run, Billy Abbott (Miller) is met by his bitter rival Adam Newman (Michael Muhney), who tries to comfort him, though Billy doesn't realize Adam was the driver responsible for the accident. He returns home to his wife, Victoria (Supporting Actress nominee Amelia Heinle), and expresses his grief. Analysis: Miller submitted the same episode as his on-screen wife Heinle, though reels are edited down to just the actors' scenes, so we see a different side of the stor...
- 5/24/2014
- Gold Derby
Best Actor nominee Jason Thompson ("General Hospital") has been in this position before at the Daytime Emmys. Last year he was nominated against three men from "The Young and the Restless." This year there are five nominees in the category, but once again Thompson is the only contender not representing "Y&R." Does that make the "Y&R" stars unbeatable? -Break- Daytime Emmy nominations: 'Y&R' leads with 26, 'Gh' snubbed for series In 2013, Thompson's "Y&R" opponents were Peter Bergman, Doug Davidson, and Michael Muhney, with Davidson winning the contest. Bergman and Davidson are back in contention this year, along with their co-stars Christian LeBlanc and Billy Miller. Not only is Thompson outnumbered by stars from a rival show, he's also the only actor in the category who isn't a previous winner. Davidson is the defending Best Actor champ, while Bergman is a three-time w...'...
- 5/7/2014
- Gold Derby
Sean Kanan is making a “Bold” move. Kanan, known to “General Hospital” fans as A.J. Quartermaine, is hopping back over to CBS's “The Bold and the Beautiful.” Also read: ‘Young & the Restless’ Star Michael Muhney Fired for Allegedly Groping Co-Star The actor will once again take up the contract role of Deacon Sharpe, a role he has played on and off since 2000. Alas (for “Gh” fans, anyway), Kanan's decision to slip back into Sharpe's skin means he will be departing “General Hospital,” at least for the time being. A spokeswoman for ABC told TheWrap on Monday that the network had no comment.
- 3/17/2014
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
It’s another shakeup for “The Young and the Restless.” The CBS soap opera, which recently cut loose cast members Michael Muhney and Billy Miller, is now replacing cast member Cynthia Watros with “As the World Turns” and “All My Children” veteran Cady McClain. Also read: ‘Young and the Restless’ Michael Muhney Exit Week Helps Push CBS Daytime to 8-Year High Watros, who plays Kelly Andrews on the series, is moving on for the upcoming MTV series “Finding Carter.” That series, which has received a 12-episode order, follows a teen who who discovers that her mother actually kidnapped her as a toddler.
- 2/26/2014
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
It was a slam dunk across the board for CBS Daytime as the network’s entire lineup hit ratings milestones for the week ending February 2, according to Nielsen. CBS Daytime averaged 4.79 million viewers, its largest weekly viewership since the week ending December 30, 2005. Among women 25-54, CBS Daytime averaged 1.6/09, its largest average since the week ending February 21, 2010. The Talk averaged 3.19 million viewers, its largest weekly audience ever and matched its best women 25-54 (1.2/07). Both Let’s Make A Deal 1 (3.71 million) and The Price Is Right (4.22 million) delivered their largest weekly audience to-date. The Bold And The Beautiful snared its largest audience (4.17 million) since the week ending April 13, 2007, and The Young And The Restless, boosted by the departure of cast members Michael Muhney and Billy Miller, had its best weekly audience (5.73 million) since the week ending February 29, 2008 and its best women 25-54 (2.3/12) since February 4, 2011.
- 2/7/2014
- by THE DEADLINE TEAM
- Deadline TV
The departures of “The Young and the Restless” cast members Michael Muhney and Billy Miller — and showdown between their characters Billy Abbott and Adam Newman — helped drive the soap to its best ratings week since 2008, and contributed to an eight-year high for CBS’s daytime slate overall. For the week ending Feb. 2, “The Young and the Restless” averaged 5.73 million total viewers — its strongest showing since the week ending Feb. 29, 2008. (In the women 25-54 demographic, “Y&R” scored a 2.3 rating/12 share, its best weekly perfornance since Feb. 2011.) Also read: ‘Young & the Restless’ Star...
- 2/6/2014
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
"Young and the Restless" star Michael Muhney has been killed off on the show in a bizarre way ... after menacingly reaching for something between his co-star's legs.No, it's not an H.R. complaint ... it was for Muhney's final "Y&R" appearance where his character Adam bought the farm by driving off a cliff.TMZ broke the story ... Muhney was fired last month for allegedly groping 20-year-old co-star Hunter King's breasts on 2 different occasions.
- 1/30/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
There's hell to pay on CBS's The Young and the Restless! Grieving dad Billy Abbott (Billy Miller) doesn't for sure know the identity of the hit-and-run driver who killed his little girl but his suspicions continue to mount next week when he learns that Adam Newman (Michael Muhney) — the creep who committed the crime — is making plans to leave the country.
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- 1/17/2014
- by Michael Logan
- TVGuide - Breaking News
Chozen is more than an offensive stereotype, gay bosses make the best bosses, is Jesse Plemons Luke Skywalker’s son?
In case you’re lucky enough to land a date with Zac Efron, the good news is that he’s totally down with sex on the first date. “Sex is a beautiful thing. I don’t object.” Which probably explains why he’s dropping condoms on the red carpet. Always be prepared!
Following through on a campaign promise with lightning speed, new Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe made his first order of business banning discrimination of Glbt employees in state government. It should be noted that while previous governors have done the same, McAuliffe is the first to include gender identity and gender expression in the executive order.
Shortly after declining to consolidate the three marriage equality lawsuits in Texas into one case as the state had requested, the judge has...
In case you’re lucky enough to land a date with Zac Efron, the good news is that he’s totally down with sex on the first date. “Sex is a beautiful thing. I don’t object.” Which probably explains why he’s dropping condoms on the red carpet. Always be prepared!
Following through on a campaign promise with lightning speed, new Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe made his first order of business banning discrimination of Glbt employees in state government. It should be noted that while previous governors have done the same, McAuliffe is the first to include gender identity and gender expression in the executive order.
Shortly after declining to consolidate the three marriage equality lawsuits in Texas into one case as the state had requested, the judge has...
- 1/12/2014
- by Ed Kennedy
- The Backlot
More behind-the-scenes drama on "Young and the Restless" has come to light following the firing of popular star Michael Muhney, who is accused of groping 20-year-old costar Hunter King. Now, Muhney's TV father, Eric Braeden, says Muhney tried to have him fired before his departure.
Rumors swirled that Braeden had his co-star axed, but in a new interview he says the situation was actually the opposite. "We did have our differences, but for anyone to say that I had him fired is a lie," Braeden tells Radar. In a shouting match, Braden "was prompted to get into 'fisticuffs' with him because he wanted me off the show. ... It was a campaign to get me off the show. It was Muhney who wanted to get me off the show and he expressed that to various people."
Muhney was let go from "Y&R" in mid-December, and said in an interview with...
Rumors swirled that Braeden had his co-star axed, but in a new interview he says the situation was actually the opposite. "We did have our differences, but for anyone to say that I had him fired is a lie," Braeden tells Radar. In a shouting match, Braden "was prompted to get into 'fisticuffs' with him because he wanted me off the show. ... It was a campaign to get me off the show. It was Muhney who wanted to get me off the show and he expressed that to various people."
Muhney was let go from "Y&R" in mid-December, and said in an interview with...
- 1/11/2014
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Fans of fired soap star Michael Muhney are taking to the air -- protesting 1,000 feet in the sky -- to make sure CBS honchos know they're really pissed off.TMZ broke the story ... die-hard fans wanted to make a strong statement of support for Muhney -- who was fired from "The Young & The Restless" for allegedly groping the breasts of his 20-year-old co-star Hunter King. So ... they plunked down $785 for an aerial banner flown over the CBS studios in L.
- 1/9/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Michael Muhney -- who was fired recently from "The Young and the Restless" for allegedly groping his co-star's boobs -- was also fired from "Veronica Mars" -- partly because his ego was out of control ... sources connected with the production tell TMZ.A source connected with the production tells TMZ ... Michael told multiple people on the show he was up for the lead in the TV show "Scrubs" along with Zach Braff, but he was just too good looking.
- 1/7/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
"Young and the Restless" star Michael Muhney got canned for allegedly groping a 20-year-old co-star, but you know what they say about soap fans -- they are rabidly loyal. Surprised they're still standing behind him?Plus, Ke$ha seeks treatment for an eating disorder. What pushed her to the edge?And, "Lone Target" star and former Navy Seal Joel Lambert joins us to explain why his new show is the most dangerous show on TV...
- 1/7/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
"The Young and the Restless" star Michael Muhney got 86'd after a co-star accused him of groping her twice. Reminds us of that ancient proverb: "Grope me once, shame on you. Grope me twice ... What The Hell, Dude?"Or something like that. Read more...
- 1/7/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
It's a bird, it's a plane ... no, it's a flying banner paid for by "Young and the Restless" fans outraged at CBS for firing Michael Muhney.Turns out a group of Y&R fanatics on Facebook pooled together $785 to pay for a banner that will soon fly over CBS Studios in Los Angeles with a message saying, "No Adam Newbie, Just Michael Muhney."TMZ broke the story ... Muhney was fired last month for allegedly groping...
- 1/6/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
'Young & The Restless' Star Michael Muhney Fired For Allegedly Sexually Harassing Costar Hunter King
Michael Muhney, who stars on daytime soap opera The Young & the Restless as the popular Adam Newman, was fired last month following allegations that he’d sexually harassed actress Hunter King.
'Y&R's Michael Muhney Fired
King, 20, who plays Summer on the soap opera, reported to executives that Muhney had groped her chest on multiple occasions. The alleged sexual advances were not wanted or solicited, according to King, reported TMZ. King's accusations against the actor were apparently not the first, as Muhney had reportedly been the subject of complaints many times in the past.
Hunter King as Summer on 'Young & the Restless'
While some doubt the veracity of King’s charges against Muhney, former Young & the Restless showrunner Maria Arena Bell believes that Muhney should have been let go sooner for his behavior.
“I am a fan of Michael Muhney the actor — not the person. Frankly he should have been...
'Y&R's Michael Muhney Fired
King, 20, who plays Summer on the soap opera, reported to executives that Muhney had groped her chest on multiple occasions. The alleged sexual advances were not wanted or solicited, according to King, reported TMZ. King's accusations against the actor were apparently not the first, as Muhney had reportedly been the subject of complaints many times in the past.
Hunter King as Summer on 'Young & the Restless'
While some doubt the veracity of King’s charges against Muhney, former Young & the Restless showrunner Maria Arena Bell believes that Muhney should have been let go sooner for his behavior.
“I am a fan of Michael Muhney the actor — not the person. Frankly he should have been...
- 1/6/2014
- Uinterview
"The Young & the Restless" star Michael Muhney was fired with little explanation in December. Now, it seems that the reason has come out: The actor who played Adam Newman was let go after a co-star complained of groping.
According to a source cited by TMZ, actress Hunter King told "Y&R" producers that Muhney had groped her breasts twice. He had also reportedly bullied and harassed King over time, so producers were looking for a reason to let him go.
Other than his long-running soap-opera character, Muhney is best-known for playing the awful Sheriff Lamb on "Veronica Mars."
The final episode of "The Young & the Restless" with Muhney will air on Jan. 30. He has not commented these new allegations.
According to a source cited by TMZ, actress Hunter King told "Y&R" producers that Muhney had groped her breasts twice. He had also reportedly bullied and harassed King over time, so producers were looking for a reason to let him go.
Other than his long-running soap-opera character, Muhney is best-known for playing the awful Sheriff Lamb on "Veronica Mars."
The final episode of "The Young & the Restless" with Muhney will air on Jan. 30. He has not commented these new allegations.
- 1/5/2014
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Michael Muhney was abruptly fired from The Young and the Restlesslast month for allegedly groping his co-star, according to TMZ.
Muhney, 38, reportedly sexually harassed and bullied Hunter King, 20, who plays Summer on the CBS soap. After the married actor groped her breasts on two occasions, she complained that the contact was unsolicited and he was let go. According to TMZ's sources, this new charge was simply the final straw for Muhney who had a history of harassment on-set.
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Muhney, 38, reportedly sexually harassed and bullied Hunter King, 20, who plays Summer on the CBS soap. After the married actor groped her breasts on two occasions, she complained that the contact was unsolicited and he was let go. According to TMZ's sources, this new charge was simply the final straw for Muhney who had a history of harassment on-set.
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- 1/4/2014
- by Sadie Gennis
- TVGuide - Breaking News
“The Young & the Restless” star Michael Muhney was fired from the CBS soap opera after allegedly groping a female co-star’s breast, TMZ reports. Last December, Muhney, who has played villain Adam Newman since 2009, tweeted that he had been let go from the series. Details were sketchy at the time, but if TMZ’s report pans out, it turns out the sudser star was given the boot for more than just creative differences. Also read: Daytime TV Ratings Resurgence: If Soaps Are ‘Dead,’ Why Are Their Audiences Growing? The 38-year-old Muhney allegedly fondled the breasts of 20-year-old co-star Hunter King on two occasions.
- 1/4/2014
- by Brent Lang
- The Wrap
Adding some unneeded drama to his hit soap opera, Michael Muhney was fired for allegedly groping a co-star on set.
The "Young and the Restless" star got the axe when Hunter King reported that he had bullied and harassed her, fondling her on two different occasions.
Since 2009, Michael has played Adam Newman on the daytime series, while Hunter portrays Summer.
Addressing the issue in December, the 38-year-old actor shared on Twitter, "I'm so sorry. It breaks my heart to say this, but I was just let go from Y&R. My last day on set is this Thursday. My last air date will be Jan 30th. I'm going to take some private time with my wife & kids, as I am most concerned for their well-being..."...
The "Young and the Restless" star got the axe when Hunter King reported that he had bullied and harassed her, fondling her on two different occasions.
Since 2009, Michael has played Adam Newman on the daytime series, while Hunter portrays Summer.
Addressing the issue in December, the 38-year-old actor shared on Twitter, "I'm so sorry. It breaks my heart to say this, but I was just let go from Y&R. My last day on set is this Thursday. My last air date will be Jan 30th. I'm going to take some private time with my wife & kids, as I am most concerned for their well-being..."...
- 1/4/2014
- GossipCenter
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