CASTING NEWS: Genoa City's Newest Attorney May Be Sharon's Last Chance!

TV Guide and Soap Opera Digest are reporting that Jessica Collins (ex-Dinah Lee, LOVING) will join the CBS soap as attorney Avery Clark.

Collins's prime-time credits include recurring roles on AMERICAN DREAMS, TRU CALLING, BIG SHOTS and SCOUNDRELS. Her film credits include Beautiful and Catch Me If You Can.

Avery will represent accused murderess Sharon (Sharon Case) in her upcoming trial.
Her first airdate is July 27.

TEASERS! Sneak Peek at WEEK of JUN 27 - JUL 1!

WEEKLY POLL (June 25 - July 1): Do You Want Lily & Cane Back Together?

In the aftermath of Cane's death and Daniel Goddard's dismissal from the show, fans clamored for the actor to be re-hired and for the writers to find some way to resurrect Cane ... but now that the actor is back and Cane is very much alive, Cane has been revealed as a liar once again and this time his lies may keep he and Lily from ever reuniting as a happy couple. Does the old adage 'Be careful what you wish for' ring true for Cane & Lily fans? Many are divided on whether Lily & Cane should reunite now that the truth has come out. Where do you stand on the issue? DO YOU WANT LILY & CANE BACK TOGETHER?

- Do you definitely want them back together because you think they are soulmates?
- Is there no way you want them back together because you don't think Cane deserves another chance this time?
- Do you maybe want them back together because you are a fan of the couple, but just having a hard time rooting for them after all of Cane's lies?
- Or do you just not care what happens one way or the other?

VOTE NOW (in the top-right corner of the Blog) and then leave a comment here or on the link to the poll on the Crimson Lights Facebook profile to let us know how you voted and why!
Be sure to check back Saturday for the results ... and be sure to tune into Y&R this week to see what's next for Lily & Cane!

POLL RESULTS from WEEK of JUNE 19-24!

RECAST ALERT! Welcome Home, Eden!

Y&R's Michael better stock up on aspirin! His little sis, Eden, is coming home!

Eden may look a little different when she returns to Genoa City. When last seen, Eden was portrayed by actress Vanessa Marano, who now has a starring role in ABC Family's soapy new series Switched At Birth.
With Marano busy with her new series, Y&R has recast the role with Jessica Heap, who debuts in the contract role on Tuesday, June 28th.
Her prior credits include Sinners & Saints and Battle: Los Angeles.

When Eden returns, will she be reunited with ex-boyfriend Noah? Stay tuned!

WEEKLY PROMO (June 20-24)!

"Some Choices Can't Be Taken Back ... And The Damage They Cause is Forever!"

WEEKLY POLL (June 19-24): Interested in the Idea of a Jack / Genevieve Pairing?

This week on Y&R, Genevieve was shameless flirting with Jack at GloWorm after learning about him from Jeff & Gloria while she was dining at the restaurant. The sparks definitely flew and many fans seemed to enjoy their scenes together ... but the question still remains: Is Genevieve good or bad? We've certainly seen a "dark" side to her as her plan to get revenge on Colin came to fruition over the last few weeks, but those plans were made of the best intentions and to keep Colin from kidnapping Cane & Lily's twins ... So, might we see a nicer side to Genevieve as she spends more time with Jack? Do you even want to see her spend more time with Jack? What do you think? Are you INTERESTED IN THE IDEA OF A JACK / GENEVIEVE PAIRING?

- Are you definitely interested because you loved their scenes together?
- Do you think the idea has potential but you want to learn more about her first and figure out whether she's good or bad before investing in this romance?
- Are you not interested because you think the last thing Jack needs in his life is another psychotic woman?!
- Or are you just maybe interested right now and wanting to see more of them together before you decide?

VOTE NOW (in the top-right corner of the Blog) and then leave a comment here or on the link to the poll on the Crimson Lights Facebook profile to let us know how you voted and why!
Be sure to check back Saturday for the results ... And be sure to tune into Y&R this week to see what's next for Jack and Genevieve!

Annual Daytime Emmy Prediction Polls RESULTS + The Actual Award WINNERS!

TEASERS! Sneak Peek at WEEK of JUNE 20-24!

B&B / Y&R Summer Promo!

Y&R: "An Epic Love Story ... A Twist of Fate ... And a Conspiracy That One of the Major Players Won't Survive!"

CASTING UPDATE: Billy Miller (Billy) is STAYING!

Billy fans can breathe a sigh of relief!
Emmy winner Billy J. Miller (Billy Abbott) will not be exiting The Young and the Restless when his contract expires this summer. The actor and the CBS soap have reached a deal on a new contract.

Soaps In Depth first reported the news of Miller's new deal on Twitter. The magazine has since gone on to reveal that Miller's contract is a one-year deal.

Earlier this year, Miller -- who is extremely popular with Y&R fans -- was rumored to be leaving the number one daytime drama
Miller debuted on The Young and the Restless in September 2008, becoming the fourth actor in six years to play the role of Billy. Prior to joining Y&R, Miller appeared for a year on ABC's All My Children.

In 2010, Miller earned his first Daytime Emmy, winning the Outstanding Supporting Actor trophy. He is nominated in the category again this year ... and now that he's sticking around it looks like he has the opportunity to go for Emmy gold at least one extra year!

*New SID Cover* Victor's Revenge!

WEEKLY PROMO (June 13-17)!

"This Week Packs a Punch! Tempers are Flaring .. And Gamers Are Playing!"

TEASERS! Sneak Peek at WEEK of JUNE 13-17!

ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY PREDICTION POLLS! (Extended Weekly Poll: June 11-19)

The Daytime Emmys air in just over a week's time -- the broadcast will be live from Las Vegas next Sunday, June 19th!!!
Each year, Friends of Crimson Lights have voted in the week leading up to the ceremony for which of the nominees they think are most likely to take home an award on Daytime's biggest night of the year!
WHO DO YOU THINK WILL TAKE HOME A DAYTIME EMMY?

Categories to vote for are:
- YOUNGER ACTOR
- YOUNGER ACTRESS
- SUPPORTING ACTOR
- SUPPORTING ACTRESS
- LEAD ACTOR
- LEAD ACTRESS
- DIRECTING
- WRITING
- DRAMA SERIES

VOTE NOW (in the top-right corner of the Blog) and then leave a comment here or on the link to the poll on the Crimson Lights Facebook profile to let us know how you voted and why!
I will be posting the results (your predictions) LIVE along with announcement of the actual winners during the telecast next Sunday night! Be sure to check back here either during or after the awards ceremony to see how many of your predictions came true!

POLL RESULTS from WEEK of JUNE 4-10!

*New SOD Cover* REUNITED FOR REAL

"The Moment You've Been Waiting For" EXTENDED PROMO!

Don't miss Y&R on Friday, June 10th!

WEEKLY PROMO (June 6-10)!

"A Ruthless Crime Lord ... Will Get a Taste of Revenge!"

TEASERS! Sneak Peek at WEEK of JUNE 6 - 10!

WEEKLY POLL (JUNE 4-10): Nikki Gone For Good? What Would You Like to Happen?

This past week on Y&R, Nikki got some much-needed help from Victor on her birthday and was checked-in to rehab for her drinking problem. Off-screen, Nikki's portrayer, Melody Thomas Scott, reported that those episodes were her last until the powers-that-be at the show determine otherwise. Nikki fans immediately were in an uproar over this news and assumed this was another issue regarding contract negotiations, just like Scott went through a couple years ago when she was nearly written off. To clarify her previous statement and clear up any confusion, Scott recently elaborated by stating, "There are no negotiation problems that I know of. Just no scripts for the last month. Believe me, I'd love to be working every day!"
So, perhaps Nikki fans can rest easier as it sounds like this may just be a temporary break for the character while the writers focus on other characters and major stories that have been brewing and are now front-and-center for the summer. What do you think? Is NIKKI GONE FOR GOOD? WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAPPEN?

- Would you like for her to stay gone because you've grown tired of the character?
- Do you think this break will be a good thing for the character and you would like to see her come back stronger than ever?
- Would you like for this "break" to end immediately so Nikki -- and her alcohol problem -- can return to Genoa City to stir up more drama?!
- Or do you not really care one way or the other?

VOTE NOW (in the top-right corner of the Blog) and then leave a comment here or on the link to the poll on the Crimson Lights Facebook profile to let us know how you voted and why!
Be sure to check back next Saturday for the results ... and be sure to tune into Y&R this week because there will still be plenty of Newman family drama even without Nikki around!

POLL RESULTS from WEEK of MAY 28 - JUNE 3!

*New SID Cover* 3 SHOCKERS!

CASTING SURPRISE: No More Nikki on Y&R?

Might viewers have seen the last of Melody Thomas Scott (Nikki) on The Young and the Restless? The CBS soap isn't commenting, but Scott has revealed that she's taped her last scenes.

"Actually, I don't know if or when I'll be shooting again," Scott said on Twitter. "This week's air shows were my last, until someone determines otherwise."

This isn't the first time that Scott and show executives have reached a stalemate. In fact, it's the third time in the past ten years. In 2001, sources reported that Scott had been let go from The Young and the Restless. After several weeks of uncertainty, CBS announced that Scott was staying out but she later returned. Then, just two years ago, a contract impasse between Scott and Y&R executives resulted in Nikki Newman being written out of the show temporarily. Now, it looks like history has repeated itself and the actress may be gone for good. Stay tuned.