Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Dianne Carroll shined on 'Julia', 'Dynasty and 'A Different World'
Those who enjoy retro television and classic programming should be familiar with Diane Carroll who was in 3 hit prime-time series from the 1960s through the 1990s. In her early years, the actress was in musicals that featured all-Black casts like CARMEN JONES (1954) and PORGY AND BESS (1959). In 1962, Carroll had the honor of becoming the first African American to win a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. This was for her role in the BROADWAY musical NO STRINGS. Carroll was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1974 for CLAUDINE.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Twitter erupts over Scott and Liesl on ‘General Hospital’
On Tuesday's episode of GENERAL HOSPITAL, Scott Baldwin was thrown from a moving airplane. Spoilers have stated that he will survive but some fans obviously have not received the memo. It's possible that by the time you read this all will be well with Liesl Obrecht and her 'Liebchen' but disgruntled viewers are still serving notice to the powers that be. On Twitter there have been a number of fans expressing that they don't want to see Scott or Lisel written out of the show. You can read two of those tweets in this article.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
September brings confusion to Genoa City on The Young and the Restless
The month of September will find a number of Genoa City residents dealing with conflicting emotions on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS. There will be a lot of soul searching and desire for answers in the midst of the confusion. Viewers might be surprised at some of the twists and turns that current storylines will take.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Victoria will soon be single and broken-hearted on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
Spoilers for THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS are teasing that Victoria Newman will soon have a broken heart because she is single. There is a lot going on right now with her fiance Ashland Locke and there are several ways this could all play out. Many who watch the CBS soap have been saying from day one that Locke is using Vickie in order to get back at her father. Victor stood over Ashland who was having a heart attack and demanded he sign a business contract. Although the two men seem to have made peace a number of viewers contend that Harrison's dad is out for revenge.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
'The Bold and the Beautiful' fans say no to Finn and Paris
The writers for THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL are beginning to cause a lot of anger from the fans. Viewers understand that this is a soap opera and not to be taken seriously but some decisions where characters are concerned seem to be made with the express purpose of seeking a negative reaction from those who watch the show. Spoilers are indicating that Finn might hook up with Paris and absolutely no one desires to see this take place.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
'General Hospital' fans have questions about Cyrus Renault
Genie Francis announced a few weeks back that she was taking the summer off from GENERAL HOSPITAL. She actually will be away from the ABC soap until fall and many viewers are questioning the storyline with her character Laura. It was revealed last week that Cyrus Renault may have ordered a hit on his brother and sister and they both now must go into protective custody. Martin as well as Mayor Collins will exit Port Charles until the threat from their disgruntled sibling is over.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Michael Mealor and Hunter King return in October to 'The Young and the Restless'
Soaps.com is reporting that Michael Mealor and Hunter King will return to THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS in October. The duo is supposed to begin taping scenes soon and this is wonderful news for Skyle fans. King and Mealor did a Podcast with SOAP OPERA DIGEST on August 20 confirming they were leaving the CBS soap. They gave no indication at that time that they were heading back into the studio to tape scenes but now 10 days later comes the news that they are.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Meghan Markle was a nurse on 'General Hospital'
A rare find Nancy Lee Grahn who portrays Alexis Davis on GENERAL HOSPITAL is catching a lot of flack because of how outspoken she is on certain subjects. She recently shared some interesting images on her Twitter feed that Royal watchers and GH fans might find interesting. The actress revealed that Prince Harry's wife Meghan Markle once worked on the ABC soap.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Sally starts the fight with Phyllis on 'The Young and the Restless'
Spoilers for THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS have been teasing that Phyllis will attack Sally during the Newman launch party. The manner of the confrontation has been now been revealed and the photo confirms that Ms. Summers will dump a bucket of ice on her enemy's head. What was not clear until now is what leads ups to this physical altercation and viewers have had their own ideas.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Jason and Carly are becoming more confused on 'General Hospital'
On GENERAL HOSPITAL Carly Corinthos has been the one who has seemed to be blurring the lines in her relationship with Jason Morgan. She has dropped subtle hints that she may desire the marriage to be a real one and asked him as much in subtle ways. Last Friday when a confused Jason leaned in for a kiss it was Carly who pulled away. Increasing numbers of viewers are expressing their disgust at this storyline which everyone knows must come to an end.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Alisa Gyse Dickens was the first known Blasian on television
Alisa Gyse Dickens portrayed Kinu Owens in 8 episodes of the NBC sitcom A DIFFERENT WORLD. She also was in 2 uncredited roles one prior to and the other after her stint as Ms. Owens. Kinu arrived at Hillman college in the first episode of season 4. She was a girlfriend that Dwayne, (Kadeem Hardison) had hooked up with while in Japan. She was a student at Avery College which was not far from Hillman but spent as much time in the Pit as Hillman students. Dickens, like many others who were on this spin-off of THE COSBY SHOW, made an impression on the viewers but is not included in cast reunions.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
