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You are required to choose 10 performers from each of the six categories. This means that you are reviewing and evaluating the quality of work from all drama shows, not just your own show(s). You may make your selections either by clicking on the box to the left of the control number (which will mark the box with an "X"), or by marking the ballot manually.
The Pre-Nomination judging period ends on February 27.
Each week, UNCENSORED will reveal reel information for one category. This week, we kick off the excitement with the tightest competition, Lead Actress. And without further ado, here are the pre, pre-noms:
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS:
Susan Flannery, B&B:
A scene opposite Beverly about being a foster kid.
Deidre Hall, DAYS:
Confronting Will about his personal demons/issues
Susan Lucci, AMC:
Tempted to take a drink, Erica tells Kendall it's not all about her
Heather Tom, B&B:
Katie learns Bill slept with Steffy
Kassie DePaiva, ONE LIFE
After Shane almost commits suicide, Blair demands that Jack is sorry for bullying Shane who almost committed suicide
Melody Thomas Scott, Y&R
A drunk Nikki tells Sharon off at the GCAC
Michelle Stafford, Y&R
Confronting Avery and their childhood
Laura Wright, GH
Carly tells Sonny that Jax is the better man; Carly admits she's been too easy on Sonny and is done with Corinthos
Florencia Lozano, ONE LIFE
At Victor's funeral, Tea blames Todd for her husband's death
Katherine Kelly Lang, B&B
Brooke says she will forgive but never forget the lie Thomas told about them on the island
Debbi Morgan, AMC
Jesse finally admits to Angie that their baby died
Erika Slezak, ONE LIFE
After walking in on Echo and Charlie, Viki slams Echo
Kelly Monaco, GH
Sam learns she may have been raped by Franco via Jason
Hillary B. Smith, ONE LIFE
Realizing Matthew may never wake up from his coma after Matthew squeezed her hand
Alison Sweeney, DAYS
Sami loses it with Rafe after her son goes missing after a shoot-out at the pub
Hunter Tylo, B&B
Whip tells Taylor their marriage is over
Jeanne Cooper, Y&R
In Tucker's hospital room, Kay must confront the fact that her son may die
Crystal Chappell, DAYS
Carly detoxes
(18 actresses out of 5 or 6 nominees)
My Top Picks based on reels:
1. Erika Slezak
2. Florencia Lozano
3. Crystal Chappell
4. Heather Tom
5. Katherine Kelly Lang
6. Debbi Morgan
7. Susan Lucci
8. Alison Sweeney
9. Laura Wright
10. Melody Thomas Scott
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Adrienne Frantz, B&B
Julie Marie Berman, GH
Valerie Wildman, DAYS
Cady McClain, AMC
Ilene Kristen, ONE LIFE
Becky Herbst, GH
Nadia Bjorlin, DAYS
Missy Claire Egan, AMC
Kelly Sullivan, GH
Melissa Archer, ONE LIFE
Lindsay Hartley, AMC
Nancy Lee Grahn, GH
Jennifer Gareis, B&B
Bree Williamson, ONE LIFE
Kimberly McCullough, GH
Gina Tognoni, ONE LIFE
Chrishell Stause, AMC
Debbi Morgan, Y&R
Rebecca Budig, AMC
Lisa Lo Cicero, GH
Ari Zucker, DAYS
Genie Francis, Y&R
Alley Mills, B&B
Carolyn Hennsey, GH
Christina Lind Bennett, AMC
(25 actress our of five or six nominees)
LEAD ACTOR:
Ricky Paul Goldin, AMC
Don Diamont, BB
Jerry Ver Dorn, ONE LIFE
Maurice Benard, GH
Jack Wagner, BB
Vincent Irizarry, AMC
Michael Muhney, Y&R
Robert S. Woods, ONE LIFE
James Scott, Days
Michael Easton, ONE LIFE
Darnell Williams, AMC
Galen Gering, Days
Steve Burton, GH
John McCook, B&B
Stephen Nichols, Y&R
Anthony Geary, GH
(16 actors out of five or six nominees)
SUPPORTING ACTOR
Jason Cook, GH
Texas Battle, B&B
Sean Blakemore, GH
Michael E. Knight, AMC
Greg Rikaart, Y&R
Jonathan Jackson, GH
Shawn Christian, DAYS
Bradford Anderson, GH
Jeff Branson, Y&R
Scott Reeves, GH
Jacob Young, AMC
Aaron D. Spears, BB
Mark Lawson, ONE LIFE
Dominic Zamprogna, GH
John Wesley Shipp, ONE LIFE
Scott Clifton, B&B
Matthew Ashford, Days
Jason Thompson, GH
Billy Miller, Y&R
Brandon Barash, GH
Roger Howarth, ONE LIFE
(21 actors out of five or six nominees)
YOUNGER ACTRESS
Jackie MacInnes Wood, B&B
Lexi Ainsworth, GH
Molly Burnett, DAYS
Shenell Edmonds, ONE LIFE
Kim Matula. B&B
Danielle Parker, AMC
Kate Mansi, DAYS
Kristen Alderson, ONE LIFE
Christel Khalil, Y&R
Shelley Hennig, DAYS
Natalie Hall, AMC
Camila Banus, DAYS
(12 actors out of 4-5 final nominees)
YOUNGER ACTOR
Bryton James, Y&R
Chad Duell, GH
David Gregory, ONE LIFE
Casey Deidrick, DAYS
Austin Williams, ONE LIFE
Chandler Massey, DAYS
Nathan Parsons, GH
Eddie Alderson, ONE LIFE
Kevin Schmidt, Y&R
Adam Gregory, B&B
Andrew Trischitta, ONE LIFE
Patrick Gibbons Jr., ONE LIFE
(12 actors out of 4-5 final nominees)
SOAPILEAKS:
This Week's Hottest News, Gossip, and Reviews!
ALL MY CHILDREN - La Lucci, Hoochie Coochie!
- She may not have won DANCING WITH THE STARS, but Emmy winner Susan Lucci still has her groove on! La Lucci stars in Gloria Estefan's inspired and infectious new single, "Hotel Nacional," and is a lyric in the song. "Needless to say, I am so flattered!" Lucci exclaimed on her Facebook page, adding, "[It's] not to be missed. It is amazing!"
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL, CBS/CTV - Hope for Liam?
- Looks like DIGEST paid attention to B&B's recent ratings rise (which broke records) and chose to capitalize on the show's buzz by putting the next Ridge and Brooke, Liam and Hope, on its cover! As Liam and Hope walk down the aisle, Ridge interrupts the wedding by announcing that Liam's still married to Steffy! Turns out Steffy refuses to sign the annulment papers because she wants a divorce instead. The result? Look for Hope and Steffy to engage in a very messy chocolate-fueled catfight. I knew B&B would do something for Black History Month!
- In story 411, Rick thwarts Ridge's plan to oust Eric off of Forrester's Design Team. As the series approaches its 25th anniversary, expect more Forrester-related drama.
- Happy Black History Month: B&B's casting a recurring, possible black role! Candace 19-24 (mixed race) Sounds like a Beverly recast!
- Goodbye, Marones; Hello, Spencers! TV producer and B&B alumna Joanna Johnson will be reprising her role as Karen Spencer in March to help introduc
e Caroline Spencer. Huh? Yep, Karen has a daughter - and she named it after her dead twin, Ridge's true love, Caroline. The whippersnapper is a twentysomething design student who is hoping to land a job at Forrester Creations. Karen brings her to L.A. for the interview. She will be played by relative newbie Linsey Godfrey. As for who sired Caroline, B&B assures TV GUIDE it is not Ridge. Whew. Look for Karen and Caroline to hit the air March 27 - just four days after B&B celebrates its 25th anniversary. And yes, look for Stephanie to take Caroline under her wing. Naming a new legacy character after the show's most popular romantic heroine ever is a nice offering to fans as the show celebrates a quarter of a century on the air.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES, NBC/GLOBAL - Bjorlin Turns Down DAYS!
- You read it first in UNCENSORED over a month ago! Turns out SOAP OPERA DIGEST was too quick to celebrate the impending return of Nadia Bjorlin. As UNCENSORED reported, Nadia took issue with a severe pay cut, contract status, and returning to DAYS during pilot season. Insiders reveal to UNCENSORED that Chloe is already in scripts so don't be surprised if the character is recast (good luck with that!). Bjorlin was expected to report to work sometime next week.
However, UNCENSORED hears Chloe's comeback story was pretty darn great. It's a shame, yes, but maybe Bjorlin's decision to value herself instead of a show which not only ruined her character but then also later fired her hot ass will get Salem to pony up some money. Who thinks DAYS will recast, especially since they've written the storyline? I'm raising my hand, but insiders say it's unlikely. Chloe was supposed to be involved in the Madison-Brady storyline, and with Ian Buchanan in the mix, they might not need Chloe on until they convince Nadia otherwise.
- In this week's DIGEST, Molly Burnett and Casey Deidrick open about rekindling their real-life romance. When I last spoke to Burnett, she wanted to keep her private life private since she was too open about her relationship with her co-star in the past, but I guess, they're game to spill now since their characters are hooking up on the show.
- Is DAYS in trouble? Sounds like it, according to my moles. Looks like the show is thinking about cutting a handful of actors.
- In story 411, Stefano breaks down in tears when he opens Alice's secret letter. My guess? E.J. is Hope and John's son. Meanwhile, the worst dressed soap character, Kate is shocked to run into Ian Buchanan's Ian, whom she shared a very emotional and hot relationship with back in the day. But little does she know that he's married to Mad Madison now!
GENERAL HOSPITAL, ABC/CITY - Heather From Another Planet!
- I knew it! I knew