May 18
BTG: Bill Finally Gets Curious About Hayley’s Past; Bill asks difficult questions, the Cotillion drama explodes, and the danger from the plasma ring intensifies. Bill and Hayley have been married for over a year on Beyond the Gates. In that time, Bill and Hayley haven’t talked much about her time before they got together. He may know the broad strokes. But it looks like he finally wants to know specifics when Bill starts questioning Hayley about her past. Bill starts digging into Hayley’s past and may finally notice troubling red flags. Samantha prepares for the Cotillion while struggling with doubts about belonging. The investigation into the plasma ring grows more dangerous as Jacob, Ashley, and Derek face mounting pressure.
B&B: Steffy Is Caught Off Guard by Ridge’s Decision; Ridge’s decision sends shockwaves through Forrester, while Steffy reacts unexpectedly, and Dylan confronts Remy. Steffy is caught off guard after Ridge makes his decision. Plus, Ridge ends up trying to mitigate the fallout from choosing Steffy over Brooke. Finally, Dylan begs Remy to respect her wishes. Dylan urges Remy to respect her boundaries and keep their secret quiet. Ridge deals with fallout after choosing Steffy over Brooke. Steffy is caught off guard despite getting what she wanted.
Y&R: Phyllis Hunts for Matt, Gets Unwanted Advice From Sharon Instead; Phyllis races to track down Matt before her deal with Victor falls apart, but Sharon has opinions — and Matt’s latest move could create even more trouble. Phyllis has lost track of Matt Clark, and she needs him to make her deal with Victor. Phyllis stops at Crimson Lights, where she gets unsolicited advice from Sharon. Phyllis scrambles to find Matt after he suddenly disappears from the hotel. Sharon offers Phyllis unsolicited advice during a tense encounter at Crimson Lights. Matt goes incognito at Chancellor Park Cafe and unexpectedly crosses paths with Patty. Patty Warns Matt That Phyllis Is Setting Him Up; Patty reaches Matt emotionally in a way nobody else has, creating a dangerous new problem for Phyllis. Patty quietly became the most dangerous complication in Phyllis’s plan when she convinced Matt Clark that Phyllis may be manipulating him. While Nick secretly tried to cut a deal behind Victor’s back and Sharon pushed Phyllis to give Matt up, Patty reached Matt emotionally in a way nobody else had managed. That shift matters because Matt’s trust may now be starting to fracture at the exact moment Phyllis needs control most. Patty warns Matt that Phyllis is using him. Nick tries to get Christine to drop the charges against Phyllis.
GH: Jonathan Bennett’s Joe Fitzpatrick Makes an Arresting First Impression; A new detective shakes up Port Charles, Joss faces danger, and troubling news about Anna leaves loved ones worried. Jonathan Bennett’s first appearance on General Hospital will feature his new cop character seeing some action. Detective Joe Fitzpatrick will be called on to arrest one of Port Charles’s own. Who’s about to spend quality time at the PCPD? Jonathan Bennett debuts as Detective Joe Fitzpatrick with a major arrest in Port Charles. Joss makes a disturbing discovery. Laura fears Anna’s condition may be worse than anyone realized. Emma opens up to Felicia while Jordan presses Justine about her feelings.
DOOL: Sarah Helps a Hurt Xander; Xander yet again finds himself in an interesting predicament. The ladies in Salem are going through it, especially Sarah, Kristen, and Stephanie. It’s more of the same for the women, with a few surprises thrown in. Xander lands in the hospital. Brady and Sarah have a tender moment. A disheveled Kristen runs into Leo and Gwen. Stephanie and Alex do their own thing. Kristen Makes Xander a Dangerous New Offer; Kristen pulls Xander into a dangerous new scheme while Stephanie finally levels with Alex about the truth. Kristen makes another risky move as she turns to Xander for help. Meanwhile, Stephanie finally admits a painful truth to Alex, while Chanel tries to minimize growing concerns about her health. Kristen approaches Xander with a proposal. Stephanie admits a difficult truth to Alex. Chanel downplays her biopsy concerns to Paulina.
May 19
BTG: Samantha Makes Her Long-Awaited Cotillion Debut; The cotillion finally arrives, but while Samantha and Jessica step into the spotlight, danger and chaos erupt elsewhere. The cotillion has been a main topic. And now it’s finally here. There will be dancing and drama as Samantha, Jessica, and Chessy make their debut. Samantha and Jessica finally make their cotillion debut amid rising emotions and family pressure. Nicole faces an unexpected emergency during the highly anticipated event. The plasma ring investigation explodes into chaos as the warehouse operation goes dangerously wrong.
B&B: Hope Receives Devastating News About Her Future; This is why you don’t put all your eggs in one basket, Hope. The shoe is going to drop for Hope as she learns of Ridge’s decision not to promote her mom to co-CEO, and Zende will be coming to terms with his own position. Meanwhile, Taylor is set to gain some insight into Brooke. Where Hope for the Future stands at Forrester. What does that mean for Hope and Zende? Where Taylor’s story left off. Does Hope Need Forrester Creations? After Brooke’s news, Hope is now in a hopeless place and needs to make her move. Hope learned about her future, and it looked grim. Ridge didn’t give Brooke the title of co-CEO of Forrester Creations. Hope placed all her bets on her mom saving her life. It’s time for her to come to a wake-up call: She doesn’t need Forrester Creations to secure her future. Brooke broke the news to her daughter. Hope blamed Ridge for not taking their feelings into account. Hope found herself without a future.
Y&R: Daniel Wants Phyllis and Christine to Call a Truce; Daniel hopes he can stop the war between Phyllis and Christine before his mother’s legal troubles spiral even further out of control. Daniel attempts to do the impossible. Daniel tries to broker peace between Christine and Phyllis at the Genoa City Athletic Club. What makes him think that these two women would ever agree to a truce? Daniel attempts to broker peace between Phyllis and Christine. It will be tough for Christine and Phyllis to call a truce because of their history. Nick may already be working behind the scenes to help Phyllis. Patty and Matt Clark Form a Dangerous New Connection; Patty takes Matt Clark under her wing while Daniel steps between Phyllis and Cricket, and Devon and Mariah discuss forgiveness. Unexpected alliances, emotional conversations, and another unusual Genoa City pairing. While Devon and Mariah discuss what forgiveness really means, Daniel attempts to keep the peace between Phyllis and Cricket. Meanwhile, Patty becomes an unlikely guide for Matt Clark as he continues trying to navigate the increasingly complicated world around him. Devon and Mariah have an emotional conversation about forgiveness. Daniel steps in between Phyllis and Cricket. Patty helps Matt Clark adjust to life in Genoa City. Matt continues building unexpected connections around town. Devon’s Anger at Mariah Finally Reveals the Real Damage; Devon’s confrontation with Mariah exposes the guilt and emotional damage he has carried since Dominic disappeared. Devon’s visit to Mariah at the mental hospital forced both of them to confront the emotional fallout left behind after Dominic’s kidnapping. While Mariah admitted she understood taking Dominic was wrong, even as her mental state deteriorated, Devon finally revealed the truth underneath all his anger: part of him blames himself for not protecting his son. Devon confronts Mariah about taking Dominic. Mariah admits she knew what she did was wrong. Devon reveals he blames himself for failing Dominic.
GH: Curtis Brings Jordan Up to Speed; Curtis updates Jordan after his explosive confrontation with Isaiah, while Valentin scrambles to recover from another disastrous setback. Curtis is a character who needs to be in control of a situation. Unfortunately, his recent behavior is exactly the opposite. Curtis briefs Jordan as the fallout from his punch, heard around the world, unfolds. Curtis briefs Jordan as fallout from his confrontation with Isaiah continues. Valentin quickly pivots to a dangerous new plan after Nina’s latest mistake. Rocco struggles emotionally while Dante clashes with the PCPD’s new detective. Gio supports Emma. Cullum Just Got One Step Closer to Revenge; The WSB director is on a mission that couldn’t be more wrong, and lives are in grave danger. Cullum moved forward with his theory that Danny was the real shooter and Jason covered for him. Sidwell wasn’t on board with Cullum killing the teen, but Danny and Charlotte just made a move that may have helped Cullum’s case. Cullum won’t back down from his Danny theory. Danny and Charlotte broke into Wyndemere. Cullum busted them, and it spells trouble.
DOOL: Lexie Forces a Painful Confrontation With Paulina; Lexie demands a meeting with Paulina, Theo opens up to Gabi, and Alex and Stephanie find time for romance as Salem’s tensions keep building. Emotional confrontations, romantic moments, and a few surprising conversations around Salem. While Abe shows gratitude toward EJ, Lexie wastes no time demanding answers from Paulina. Meanwhile, Theo leans on Gabi, Philip checks in on Joy, and Alex and Stephanie carve out a little time for themselves. Abe thanks EJ for stepping up when it matters. Lexie insists on meeting Paulina face-to-face. Theo confides in Gabi about what he’s going through. Alex and Stephanie steal a romantic moment together. Will Theo Pursue Gabi? Theo thinks he’s better for her than Philip. Gabi filled Theo in on her plans to become CEO of DiMera. Theo encouraged her. And he complimented her. And we suspect it wasn’t just about her professional skills… Theo has a crush on Gabi. Gabi is happy with Philip. Theo might not care about that.
May 20
BTG: Joey Lands in the Hot Seat After a Chaotic Evening; As cotillion night continues, Vanessa starts asking tough questions, romance heats up, and tragedy changes everything. The cotillion and the crime ring continue to cause drama as Vanessa questions Joey about the chaos of the evening. A death in the DMV and a Platinum Deb finally getting crowned. Meanwhile, Tyrell and Jessica slip away from the festivities for some alone time. Vanessa puts Joey in the hot seat after the night’s chaos unfolds. A shocking death rocks the DMV while a Platinum Deb is crowned. Tyrell and Jessica take a major step in their relationship.
B&B: Katie Starts Questioning Her Real Motives About Hope; Katie takes stock of her decision-making when it comes to her family and business. Katie will have second thoughts about Hope. She’s set to wonder if there’s a deeper reason for why she wants Hope to work at Logan. At Forrester, R.J. and Zende will be burying the hatchet so they can focus on what’s best for the family business. Why Hope working at Logan would be controversial. R.J. and Zende’s current dynamics. Hope Realizes Brooke’s Sole Focus is Her Destiny With Ridge; Hope is starting to doubt her future, and now she’s pointing the finger at her mom. Hope realized that her mom wasn’t concerned about her needs. She is only focused on Ridge and their destiny. Because of this, Hope’s future was now up in the air. Brooke informed Hope that Ridge didn’t give her the title of co-CEO. Hope saw that move as a betrayal. Hope is concerned that her line could suffer if a relaunch never happens. Brooke assured her daughter they needed to regroup and focus on couture. Hope realized something about her mother she’d never noticed before.
Y&R: Victoria Fears Nick’s Recovery Is Falling Apart; Victoria finally forces Nick to confront his downward spiral while Victor unleashes Michael against a rival. Growing concern surrounding Nick as Victoria finally confronts her brother about his recovery. Meanwhile, Victor escalates his war against a rival by unleashing Michael, while Sally starts fearing Billy’s past mistakes may be catching up with him all over again. Victoria confronts Nick about his recovery. Victor orders Michael to strike back against a rival. Sally worries Billy is slipping into dangerous old patterns. Phyllis Crosses a Brutal Line to Keep Control of Matt Clark; Phyllis shocks even herself after violently stopping Matt from leaving Genoa City and turning him into leverage. Phyllis finally stopped pretending her alliance with Matt Clark was about compassion. The moment Matt decided he wanted to leave Genoa City and escape the growing chaos surrounding him, Phyllis knocked him unconscious, tied him up, and offered proof to Nick that she still controlled the situation. It was the clearest sign yet that Phyllis is no longer simply fighting Victor. She is starting to think like him. Phyllis knocks Matt unconscious to stop him from leaving. Nick continues hiding the truth about his recovery. Victor gives Phyllis a deadline to surrender Matt and the company.
GH: Valentin and Carly Create Sparks — Of Fury; Carly and Valentin’s fiery chemistry takes another turn as they find themselves on opposite sides of an important decision. Carly and Valentin continue to keep things unpredictable. They stand by each other, stage elaborate plans together, and keep giving in to their chemistry. But they also loudly disagree with each other. They’re not afraid to fight. Valentin and Carly are about to clash. Valentin and Carly clash as their latest disagreement heats up. Nina faces another frightening moment as her situation spirals further out of control. Alexis turns to an unexpected ally while Ethan makes Lulu a promise. Britt makes a decision. Danny Comes Face-to-Face With Cullum. Laura seeks the truth from Alexis while Britt tries to calm Rocco, and Lulu explains to Ethan that disappearing may be her and Rocco’s only option. Willow tells Nina she will handle things herself, while Laura presses Alexis for answers. Meanwhile, Britt promises Rocco she can fix things for everyone. Willow tells Nina she may need to solve her problems on her own. Laura pushes Alexis for answers. Britt promises Rocco she can make things better. Lulu warns Ethan she may need to leave town permanently. Carly fears Valentin is about to make a major mistake. Cullum aggressively orders Danny to move. Valentin’s Behavior Raises Red Flags for Carly; The relationship between Carly and Valentin just took a major turn. Valentin put all common sense aside as he became determined to help Anna. Valentin putting Anna above everything else gave Carly a clue she won’t soon forget. Valetin was willing to risk it all for Anna. Carly clocked that he was still in love with his ex. There’s only one reason Valentin put his plan on hold, and it wasn’t Carly.
DOOL: Cat Starts Questioning EJ’s True Intentions; Cat digs deeper into EJ’s motives while Salem reels from tragedy, and Belle and Chad finally explore their connection. Cat and EJ have a complicated relationship. They are truly curious about each other. And at the same time, they are keeping secrets or true motivations from one another. Cat questions EJ while Belle and Chad finally have their long-awaited dinner date. Cat has questions for EJ, while Gabi has an offer for Liam. Sophia’s mom begins to mourn her daughter. Holly and Ari grapple with complicated feelings for Sophia. Belle and Chad finally go on their long-awaited dinner date. EJ and Cat Interrupt Chad and Belle’s Date; It’s date night in Salem. Remember when Chad and Belle were matched on the dating app? They are finally going on that date. In true soap fashion, the date gets interrupted by the last people they want to see together: Cat and EJ. Belle and Chad go on a date. Things turn awkward when they are spotted by EJ and Cat. Ari meets up with Gabi for some mother-and-daughter time. Sarah and Amy Steal the Show; Holly denies any responsibility. Sarah came upon Amy as she haunted the pier where her daughter, Sophia, allegedly committed suicide. And the conversation they had showcased soap operas at their very best. Amy mourned Sophia. Sarah confessed to losing her own daughter. Sarah offered Amy key advice.
May 21
BTG: Naomi and Ashley Are Shell-Shocked Over Plasma Ring Fallout; The plasma ring chaos may be over, but the emotional aftermath is only beginning as grief, suspicion, and unanswered questions take center stage. Ashley and Naomi are shell-shocked. This means the show’s death must hit them hard. The plasma ring operation came to an explosive conclusion, and now it’s time to process, reflect, and mourn. Ashley and Naomi struggle to process the emotional fallout from the warehouse tragedy. Joey faces pressure as questions swirl around his connection to the plasma ring. Vanessa faces her son’s tough questions. Bill, Kat, and Tomas may dig deeper into Lynette’s disappearance.
B&B: Hope Explodes at Steffy as Tensions Finally Boil Over; Hope wants answers, and she expects Steffy to give them to her. Hope wants answers. She’s going straight to the top with her demands by confronting Steffy. Elsewhere, Electra will be learning a truth that shocks her. Why Hope is on edge over Ridge’s decision about the co-CEO position. The status of her fight for Hope for the Future. How has Electra’s work and love life been going?
Y&R: Victor and Nikki Reunite to Save Nick From Himself; Jack reconsiders his relationship with Patty. Nikki and Victor reunite… but it’s not how… or why… we thought it would be. Nikki teams up with Victor for Nick’s sake. Lily and Holden are NYC-bound. Jack reconsiders his feelings for Patty. Matt Finds Himself in a Tight Spot; Matt disappears at the worst possible time, Nick’s struggles intensify, and relationships across Genoa City take unexpected turns. Someone wants to make sure that resident amnesiac Matt Clark doesn’t try to leave his hotel room or Genoa City. That must be why he is bound and gagged and on the floor of his posh hotel room. Patty frees Matt before Phyllis can bring Nick to him, putting her deal in jeopardy. Lily reconnects with familiar faces and checks in with Cane. Nick’s growing addiction crisis could push Victor and Nikki back onto the same page. Patty Becomes More Dangerous Than Phyllis Ever Was; Patty frees Matt from Phyllis and quickly becomes the most unpredictable threat in Genoa City. Phyllis lost the one thing keeping her afloat when Patty freed Matt Clark and immediately started pulling him deeper into her orbit. What initially looked like Matt escaping one manipulative situation quickly became something darker as Patty positioned herself as the only person he could trust. The shift mattered because Phyllis may have finally lost control of Matt, but Genoa City’s bigger problem is that Patty now has it. Patty frees Matt after finding him tied up in Phyllis’ suite. Phyllis realizes she has lost her leverage over Nick and Victor. Jack admits he is using Patty to go after Victor.
GH: Lulu Prepares to Make Her Move; Rocco’s anxiety reaches a breaking point as Lulu weighs a risky decision that could change everything for their family. Rocco’s stress levels are high, and he’s so freaked out that he keeps turning to Britt. But Lulu is taking Fake Nathan’s words to heart, whether she wants to or not. Lulu prepares to make her move, which might mean she’s gearing up to take Rocco on the run away from Port Charles and away from the main source of his anxiety: Cullum. Lulu considers a drastic move as Rocco’s fear and stress continue to spiral. Britt faces mounting pressure as new dangers and complications stack up. Ethan turns to Tracy. Alexis starts digging for answers while Dante pushes back against Lulu’s plans.
DOOL: Theo Pushes Abe Toward a Life-Changing Decision; Paulina and Lexie talk terms. Tony is at the center of DiMera family drama, leaving Anna on edge. Plus, Theo pushes Abe to make a life-changing decision. Anna warns Tony. Paulina approaches Lexie, while Theo puts his dad on the spot. Xander helps out Gwen. Philip makes a confession to Gabi. Paulina Pays Lexie a Visit; It’s time for Abe’s wives to meet. Lexie and Paulina come face-to-face to discuss their current situation, as they both fear Abe will leave them for the other. It’s time to face the music for Abe, Paulina, and Lexie. Xander’s a very popular guy. Anna leaves Philip in shock. EJ and Kristen spar again. Gabi and Phillip’s Split; Will the couple get past this? Anna let it slip to Philip that Gabi was the corporate spy who worked with Tony to make the Kiriakis family almost lose everything. A furious Philip didn’t wait to reveal such an explosive secret. That would be weeks, maybe months, maybe years. Philip let Gabi have it. And then he broke up with her. And then he stomped off. We didn’t expect to care. And yet we did. A lot. Phillip dumped Gabi. Gabi was devastated.
May 22
BTG: One McBride Has a Stunning Reunion — Is Doug Alive After All? Another jaw-dropping twist. Just when the dust settles after tragedy, rumors swirl that a shocking return could change everything. In a week that brought a dazzling and delightful debutante ball and a shocking death, Beyond the Gates has decided to go for broke one more time. One of the McBrides has a stunning reunion. Is the patriarch of the family actually alive? That’s the rumor. A McBride family member has a shocking reunion, fueling speculation that Doug may still be alive. Donnell confronts Joey while Kat unexpectedly steps in to support Deanna. The fallout from Derek’s death and the plasma ring case leaves Fairmont Crest reeling.
B&B: Hope’s Entire Future at Forrester Hangs by a Thread; Hope has run out of cards to play in her fight to save her line. Hope’s time at Forrester is in jeopardy. As she deals with the fallout from Ridge’s decision to step down as co-CEO, Will faces his own hurdle. Though it concerns matters of the heart. How Steffy’s staying as co-CEO has affected Hope. What’s happening in Will’s love life? Hope’s Disappointment Exposes Her Hypocrisy; Hope wants her mom to put her first, but gets upset when Ridge puts his daughter first. Hope’s disappointment exposed her hypocrisy. She accused her mom of not putting her first. Brooke agreed with Ridge’s decision to keep Steffy as co-CEO. For once, Ridge had to consider his own daughter’s needs. Hope feels hurt and betrayed by her mom. Hope blamed her mom for not putting her needs first. Ridge had to consider Steffy’s needs in this CEO fight.
Y&R: Holden and Claire’s Trip Takes a Shocking Turn; Holden and Claire hit NYC. Nikki won’t just give in to the latest thing Victor demands she do, but they also make us nervous by revealing that Jack makes a major strategic mistake. Plus, Holden and Claire’s trip takes an unexpected turn. Nikki thinks for herself. Jack makes a wrong turn. A surprise for Holden and Claire. Patty Wanted Redemption Until Matt Treated Her Like a Monster; Patty thought Matt finally trusted her until his growing paranoia pushed her straight toward Victor. Patty thought she had finally found someone who understood what it felt like to be isolated, judged, and feared. After helping Matt escape Phyllis, Patty quickly became emotionally invested in his trust. The second Matt started questioning whether she could really be trusted, though, Patty spiraled straight back toward the destructive behavior she wanted so badly to escape. Patty becomes emotionally attached to Matt, trusting her. Matt’s growing paranoia makes Patty feel judged and rejected. Patty retaliates by giving Victor information about Matt.
GH: Willow Delivers Good News For a Change; Willow finally puts her new position to use, but while one crisis may improve, several others are ready to boil over in Port Charles. These days, Willow is in a constant state of “up to no good.” But as a congresswoman of the great state of New York, she actually gets a chance to deliver good news. This must be about Laura’s recent request. Willow uses her political influence and may deliver good news to Anna’s family. Laura reacts unexpectedly as Lulu faces difficult choices involving Rocco. Sonny and Ric reunite as allies and begin strategizing against growing threats. Rocco Takes Control of His Life, and It Changes Everything; The teen made a bold move that will have lasting implications. Rocco stopped sitting by and letting the adults in his life make decisions for him. After Rocco heard his parents fight over Lulu wanting to take him on the run, he begged Britt to let him leave town with her, and she agreed. Rocco used his bond with Britt to get what he wanted. Britt was brutally honest with Rocco about life on the run. The teen’s decision shakes things up for Rocco in more ways than one.
DOOL: Jack’s Return to Salem Shakes Up Gwen’s World; Jack is back. Kayla and Steve are in a reflective mood as Tripp and Wendy’s upcoming wedding prompts them to reminisce about all the drama they went through to end up together. A blast from the past for Kayla and Steve. Jack reaches out to Gwen. Gabi has a confession. Xander has a surprise for Sarah. Stephanie worries about Alex. Jack and Gwen Take the First Real Step Forward; Jack realized he might lose Gwen completely if he keeps holding her at arm’s length in one of the show’s most emotionally honest scenes in months. Jack finally stopped talking around Gwen’s pain and confronted it directly, which somehow made one of Salem’s messiest family relationships feel human again. You could still feel all the old baggage sitting there between them, years of Gwen feeling rejected and Jack screwing things up in slow motion, but neither of them was really trying to hurt the other for once. Jack finally sounded like a guy who realized he might actually lose his daughter if he continued keeping her at arm’s length. Jack told Gwen he wants a meaningful father-daughter relationship. Gwen admitted she still struggles with feeling unwanted and unloved. Jack assured Gwen that she is loved and always will be his daughter. Gwen agreed she wants to rebuild their relationship, too. The reunion revisited years of emotional damage between them.
