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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Peyton Meyer Exits Days of Our Lives: Did Doug Williams Redeem Himself Before Leaving Salem?
Days of Our Lives may have been renewed for two more seasons, but we know one handsome troublemaker who won't be around to see them. The Peacock soap's Friday, July 25 episode marked Peyton Meyer's departure as necklace thief-slash-heartbreaker Doug Williams III. Doug's final episode began with a well-deserved tongue-lashing from Gabi, who criticized his parade of stupid decisions that ultimately led to her daughter's kidnapping. 'Ari's great-grandfather took you in, gave you a job, and this is how you repay him?' she asked. Visibly riddled with guilt, Doug took full responsibility for his missteps and handed Gabi an apology letter he wrote for Roman. More from TVLine Days of Our Lives Snags Two-Season Renewal at Peacock, Keeping It Streaming Through 2028 White House Targets The View's Joy Behar, Warns Daytime Talker Could Be 'Next to Get Pulled Off the Air' Eileen Fulton, Who Played As the World Turns' Villainous Lisa Miller, Dead at 91 During a walk through Horton Square, Doug bumped into a panicked Gwen, who quickly deduced that he must be the one who stole Julie's necklace — though her pursuit was interrupted by an unfortunate run-in with Gabi. (Then again, has anyone had a fortunate run-in with Gabi lately?) Doug's next stop was to Julie's, where he finally made good on his promise to return her priceless (and pricey!) family heirloom. 'I know I've said this before, but I'm really sorry, Julie, about everything,' he told her. 'You took me in and made me feel so welcome. You showed me so much kindness, so much love. I hadn't felt that in a long time, and I know that I blew it big-time, and I broke your heart and your trust, and I'll always regret that. Now, I ought to get going.' But Julie wouldn't let Doug go without giving the audience all of the emotional closure we've been craving. After helping Julie put the necklace on, the two shared a beautiful moment in which they connected over family, with Doug telling her about his own personal favorite heirloom — a pair of cufflinks that were once owned by his grandfather Robert. That gave Julie an idea, and she rushed over to the living room to retrieve a pocket watch that Doug carried during his days as a fighter pilot in World War II. 'He always said it brought him luck, so perhaps it'll do the same for you,' Julie told Doug, even promising to wire him the money he needs to pay off his loan shark. 'Until you pay off the debt, you're in danger,' she said. 'I wouldn't want to see you hurt. … It's what my husband would have wanted. You're his grandson, and you're my family.' (Seriously, how did Susan Seaforth Hayes not get a Daytime Emmy nomination?!) 'Would you do me a favor?' Julie asked on Doug's way out the door. 'You have a great deal of potential. You're loaded with wonderful DNA. You've just got to get your life together. And when you do, come back to Salem and show me how well you're doing.' He promised that he would, then walked out of Julie's life as quickly as he entered it. Meyer, whose previous credits include roles on ABC's American Housewife and Disney Channel's Girl Meets World, joined Days of Our Lives in December 2024, playing a mysterious young man who shocked Julie by revealing himself to be her late husband's estranged grandson. Unfortunately, he shocked her again when he stole her precious necklace. In addition to his thievery, Doug also made money working as a busboy at the Brady Pub; his brief love interests in Salem included Holly and Ari. Will you miss seeing Doug on Days, or is he better off leaving Salem in his rearview mirror? And are you hoping to see him make good on that promise to Julie someday? Drop a comment with your thoughts on Meyer's exit below. Best of TVLine Mrs. Maisel Flash-Forward List: All of Season 5's Futuristic Easter Eggs Yellowjackets Recap: The Morning After Yellowjackets Recap: The First Supper
Express Tribune
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Days of Our Lives renewed for seasons 62 and 63 by Peacock
Peacock has officially renewed Days of Our Lives for both its 62nd and 63rd seasons, reinforcing its commitment to the iconic soap opera that has become a staple in daytime television for decades. Currently in its 61st season, Days of Our Lives—commonly known as DOOL—has consistently ranked among the top 15 entertainment series on Peacock since its move to the platform in September 2022. The show's continued success is underscored by its 13 Daytime Emmy nominations this year, including a nod for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series. This marks the most Emmy nominations the series has received since its shift to streaming. The nominations include standout performances by Paul Telfer (Xander Kiriakis), Blake Berris (Everett Lynch), Emily O'Brien (Theresa Donovan), and Linsey Godfrey (Sarah Horton). Ashley Puzemis, who plays Holly Jonas, received a nomination in the emerging talent category. The show also earned recognition in directing, writing, and casting. Produced by Corday Productions Inc. in association with Sony Pictures Television, Days of Our Lives holds the title of the longest-running scripted television program in the world. It has a global audience, streaming in countries such as Canada, Sweden, New Zealand, Israel, South Africa, and Australia. This renewal comes shortly after the series aired its final episode featuring the late Bill Hayes, another emotional milestone for its dedicated fanbase. With seasons 62 and 63 now confirmed, DOOL continues its legacy as a cornerstone of daytime drama.
UPI
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Peacock renews 'Days of Our Lives' for 2 more seasons
1 of 5 | Deidre Hall, seen at the November Day of Days fan event in Los Angeles, stars in "Days of Our Lives." Photo courtesy of Peacock July 24 (UPI) -- Peacock announced Thursday that it has renewed Days of Our Lives for two more seasons, bringing the the soap opera to 63 seasons. Days moved to Peacock in 2022 and has been exclusive to the streaming platform since. The show has 13 Daytime Emmy nominations for 2025, including Outstanding Daytime Drama Series and actors Eric Martsolf, Greg Rikaart, Paul Telfer, Linsey Godfrey, Emily O'Brien, Blake Berris, AnnaLynne McCord and Ashley Puzemis. Winners will be announced Oct. 17. Deidre Hall has been on Days since 1976, Mary Beth Evans since 1986, Robert Scott Wilson and Billy Flynn since 2014, Stacy Haiduk since 2010 and Galen Gering since 2008. Drake Hogestyn died last year. The actor had appeared on the show since 1986. Days of Our Lives also currently stars Brandon Barash, Carson Boatman, Dan Feuerriegel, Raven Bowens and Jackée Harry.
CBC
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Robby Hoffman pretended to be a courier to advance her comedy career
When Robby Hoffman decided to pursue her comedy dreams, she knew she didn't want to sacrifice financial stability. The Canadian comedian would work at the accounting firm KPMG during the day, while performing stand-up and writing a TV comedy script in her spare time. But when Hoffman wanted to get her script to HBO Canada, she found a way to get her literal foot in the door. She pretended to be a courier sent to the office to deliver a script — which was hers — to the president of the company. "Whoever's at the front desk is like, 'We don't have a president.' I said, 'I don't know, I'm just a courier, they asked me to get this to HBO,'" Hoffman says in an interview with Q 's Tom Power. "And that's how I got my first option deal from HBO Canada for $1,000." WATCH | Robby Hoffman's full interview with Tom Power: That same script circulated around the comedy world, and it landed Hoffman an agent. However, her agent kept coming to her with TV writing room jobs that would only last one or two weeks. "I said, 'You only can bring me something long-term…. I'm not leaving my stable job for two weeks,'" Hoffman recalls. The agent finally brought her a six-month contract as a writing assistant on the children's TV show Odd Squad. Hoffman ended up staying at the show for three-and-a-half years and won a Daytime Emmy for her writing on the show. She then moved on to writing rooms for other shows, such as Workin' Moms and Baroness Von Sketch. During her time writing for television, Hoffman continued to perform stand-up comedy across Canada and in the U.S. She sold out Just For Laughs shows and appeared at the Netflix is a Joke Festival. "I would hear advice like, it takes 10 years to find your voice," she says. "I had the opposite. I first had the voice and then the material came, versus some people start with the material and they find themselves and their voice." Hoffman's stand-up routines often poke fun at her family and upbringing. She grew up as a Hasidic Jew, first in Brooklyn, later relocating to Montreal with her mom and nine siblings. Eventually, she came out as queer and left the Hasidic world. Hoffman's comedic voice and backstory became well-known enough that it reached the creators of the TV show Hacks. In their fourth season, they wrote a character specifically for her: Randi, an ex-Hasidic lesbian who is the eager secretary to two talent agents. "You do a version of you, because it's not quite you," Hoffman says of playing Randi. "To be mostly me with a twist, I have to be Twilight Zone me." Hoffman's acting earned her an Emmy nomination for outstanding guest actress in a comedy series. She also sold another Just For Laughs show this summer within minutes of the tickets going on sale. But even with all her success, Hoffman's mindset about her career hasn't changed much since she worked as an accountant. "I still always like security," she says. "To this day, when you talk about my career, it's always going. It's because of that need for stability. I've made it, God willing, somewhat stable."
USA Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Anne Burrell cause of death revealed after Food Network star dies at 55
Celebrity chef and Food Network star Anne Burrell's cause of death has been revealed. The 55-year-old TV personality was found dead June 17, and the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City ruled the cause of death as suicide, according to a statement shared July 24 with USA TODAY. The spunky Food Network contributor, recognized for her platinum blonde hairdo and fiery but joyful disposition, made her debut in 2005 on the culinary channel's cutthroat competition series "Iron Chef America." Later, Burrell rapidly became a mainstay as host of "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" and most famously "Worst Cooks in America." As the face of "Worst Cooks in America," Burrell was a centerpiece of the popular cooking competition that follows hapless home cooks as they journey to master simple kitchen techniques. Throughout several seasons, Burrell co-hosted the series with the likes of Beau MacMillan, Robert Irvine, Bobby Flay and Tyler Florence. Anne Burrell, Food Network star chef, dies at 55 "Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent — teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring," the Food Network said in a statement. "Our thoughts are with Anne's family, friends and fans during this time of tremendous loss." Her family said in a statement that "Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend. Her smile lit up every room she entered. Anne's light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world." Her popular series "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" aired for nine seasons from 2008 to 2012 and earned a pair of Daytime Emmy nods, including an outstanding lifestyle/culinary host nomination for the New York native. She is survived by her mother, Marlene, sister Jane and her husband since 2021, Stuart Claxton, and Claxton's son, Javier. Contributing: Edward Segarra
