Curious about the latest shake-ups in daytime TV? Fresh casting news has confirmed returns, new arrivals, and a few emotional goodbyes across several soaps. From a familiar actor returning to The Bold and the Beautiful, to new characters joining Beyond the Gates, the casting news is keeping fans engaged. A notable loss for The Young and the Restless also marks an emotional shift both on screen and behind the scenes.
Here’s a breakdown of who’s coming, who’s going, and the major updates fans need to know.
List of actors joining and leaving The Bold and the Beautiful and two other soaps
The Bold and the Beautiful
Coming:
- Matthew Atkinson (Thomas Forrester) – Returning in early September. He was last seen in July 2024, when Thomas departed for France alongside Douglas (Henry Joseph Samiri) and Paris (Diamond White). Atkinson has played Thomas since 2019, taking over from Pierson Fodé.
The Young and the Restless
Coming:
- Cait Fairbanks (Tessa Porter) – Currently featured in a new storyline as Daniel’s (Michael Graziadei) guitar tutor. This arc showcases a different side to her character.
Going:
- Lorna Raver (Rebecca Kaplan, 2006–2007; Helen Miller, 1997) – She passed away at age 81 on May 12, 2025. The news was confirmed by SAG-AFTRA.
Beyond the Gates
Coming:
- Jason Graham (Douglas McBride) – Provides guidance and key information to Ted (Keith D. Robinson) and Jacob (Jibre Hordges).
- Ernestine Johnson (Shanice Johnson) – Cast as a physical therapist and nursing supervisor who helps Ashley (Jen Jacob) support Derek (Ben Gavin).
- CBS gave the soap a Pluto TV channel, streaming over 100 produced episodes. The platform also makes the four most recent episodes available on demand.
In Memoriam
- Danielle Spencer (What’s Happening, Days of Our Lives guest in 2001) – Died on August 11, 2025, at age 60 after health complications.
- Tristan Rogers (General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful) – Passed away on August 15, 2025, at age 79 from lung cancer.
