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DAYS OF OUR LIVES, Kristian Alfonso, 1990s, 1965- . © NBC /Courtesy Everett Collection

‘Days of Our Lives’: Kristian Alfonso to Return as Hope Brady

Kristian Alfonso is returning as Hope Brady to Days of Our Lives to pay tribute to onscreen dad Bill Hayes. Plus, is there more Bo and Hope to come?

1982 CBS Photo Archive, Meg Bennett, The Young And The Restless

‘Young and the Restless’ Actress Meg Bennett Dies: Eric Braeden Pays Tribute to First Screen Wife

She played Victor Newman’s first wife in the soap, and appeared in ‘General Hospital and ‘Santa Barbara.’

3RD ROCK FROM THE SUN, from left: John Lithgow, William Shatner, 'The Big Giant Head Returns Again: Part 1 ' (Season 5 | Episode 21, aired 23 May 2000), 1996-2001,

John Lithgow & William Shatner Pulled Epic Prank on ‘3rd Rock From the Sun’ Set

The actor revealed his epic April Fool’s joke on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ Friday.

TODAY, (aka TODAY SHOW), 1952-, Katie Couric, Bryant Gumbel, 1990s

Katie Couric Says Bryant Gumbel Had ‘Incredibly Sexist Attitude’ While Co-Hosting ‘Today’ Show

The veteran journalist says her former co-anchor got mad about her maternity leave.

Barbara Streisand

Barbra Streisand Releasing New Song ‘Love Will Survive’ for TV Series

Streisand also reveals what inspired her to release her first song in six years.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, from left: Norm MacDonald, George Clooney, 'Weekend Update', (Season 20, ep. 2014, aired Feb. 25, 1995), 1975-.

The Internet Is Rediscovering Norm MacDonald’s Bold O.J. Simpson Jokes That Got Him Fired From ‘SNL’

Plus, here’s what Conan O’Brien had to say about the late comedian’s take.

NFL LIVE, O.J. Simpson, 1991-,

O.J. Simpson Dead: Infamous Athlete Was 76

Simpson died on April 10, his family announced.

MELROSE PLACE, Daphne Zuniga, Doug Savant, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Heather Locklear, Grant Show, Andrew Shue, Josie Bissett, Thomas Calabro, 1992-1999.

‘Melrose Place’ Reboot Will Feature Your Faves Returning

Almost 25 years after the finale aired, the ’90s soap is coming back!

Total Solar Eclipse

How to Watch the Solar Eclipse Live on TV

Here’s how to watch without hurting your eyes!

Gilligan's Island TV Crossword

Play the ‘Gilligan’s Island’ TV Crossword

17 Across, 6 Letters: The wood used in building ‘Gilligan’s Island’ huts

Jean-Paul Vignon Dies: Singer, Soap Star, TV & Movie Actor Was 89

He appeared in ‘Dallas,’ ‘Murder, She Wrote,’ ‘Bold & Beautiful,’ and much more.

Melissa Gilbert Alison Arngrim

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Star Alison Arngrim Dishes on ‘Mortal Enemy’ Melissa Gilbert

Gilbert played the lead, Laura Ingalls, in the beloved series, while Arngrim starred as schoolyard bully, Nellie Oleson.

Millie Bobby Brown Matthew Modine Stranger Things

Why Matthew Modine Is Officiating Jon Bon Jovi’s Son’s Wedding

Modine says he has officiated a wedding once before.

Clarissa Explains It All Melissa Joan Hart, 1991-1994

Melissa Joan Hart Addresses ‘Quiet On Set’ Allegations: ‘I Absolutely Believe Them One Hundred Per Cent’

During her time with the network, Hart worked out of the Nickelodeon Studios based in Orlando, Florida.

AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN, Louis Gossett Jr., 1982.

Louis Gossett Jr. Dies: ‘Roots’ & ‘An Officer and a Gentleman’ Actor Was 87

The Oscar-winning performer was also known for his role in ‘Iron Eagle.’

SIMON AND GARFUNKEL, Art Garfunkel & Paul Simon on ABC'S 'The Songmaker's', Feb., 24, 1967

Paul Simon Addresses ‘Broken’ Friendship with Art Garfunkel in New MGM+ Documentary

It was an uneven partnership because I was writing all of the songs.

circa 1955: American singer and actor Harry Belafonte smiling with his arm around the waist of his second wife, American dancer Julie Robinson. Robinson wears braids on either side.

Julie Robinson Belafonte, Harry Belafonte’s Wife of 50 Years, Dies at 95

She was a dancer, actress, and long-time activist.

BLOOD SIMPLE, M. Emmet Walsh, 1984,

M. Emmet Walsh Dies: ‘Blade Runner’ & ‘The Jerk’ Actor Was 88

Longtime character actor is known for roles in ‘Blood Simple,’ ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding,’ ‘Critters,’ and over 200 more onscreen credits.

Richard Simmons of THE RICHARD SIMMONS SHOW, 1981.

Richard Simmons Insists ‘I Am Not Dying’ After Cryptic Facebook Post

The fitness guru had fans panicking about his state of health.

GENERAL HOSPITAL, Robyn Bernard, (1980s), 1963- , /

Robyn Bernard Dies: ‘General Hospital’s Terry Brock Was 64

Bernard played Terry Brock in more than 140 episodes of the soap opera.

Unspecified - 1980: Malachy McCourt appearing in the ABC tv series 'Reward', episode 'Pilot'.

Malachy McCourt Dies: ‘Ryan’s Hope’ Actor Was 92

Malachy McCourt was also the brother of Pulitzer Prize-winner Frank McCourt.

Christina Applegate GMA interview

Christina Applegate Gives Update on Her Multiple Sclerosis Battle

‘The support is wonderful, and I’m really grateful.’

THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW, from left, Steve Lawrence, Carol Burnett, episode aired April 9, 1977, 1967-78,

Carol Burnett Pays Touching Tribute to Long-Time Friend Steve Lawrence

Singer and ‘Blues Brothers’ actor was a regular guest on her TV show.

Sinbad now and then

Sinbad Makes First Public Appearance Since 2020 Stroke

‘Miracles happen,’ the comedian says.

DRAGNET, Anne Whitfield, 'Internal Affairs: DR-20,' aired December 12, 1968

Anne Whitfield Dies: ‘White Christmas’ & ‘Perry Mason’ Actress Was 85

She also appeared in ‘Rawhide,’ ‘Bonanza,’ and ‘Peter Gunn.’

DADDY DEAREST, Richard Lewis, 1993. ph: Ron Batzdorff /

Richard Lewis Dies: ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Star Was 76

The actor most recently appeared in the HBO show’s 12th and final season.

Paul D’Amato

Paul D’Amato Dies: ‘Deer Hunter’ and ‘Law & Order’ Actor Was 76

His big break came in the 1977 ice hockey movie ‘Slap Shot,’ where he played the main antagonist opposite Paul Newman.

THE BIG NIGHT, Randy Sparks, 1960

Randy Sparks Dies: New Christy Minstrels Founder & TV Star Was 90

The New Christy Minstrels were also a mainstay on TV, appearing on 26 episodes of ‘The Andy Williams Show’ and eight episodes of ‘Hootenanny.’

THORN BIRDS, Richard Chamberlain, 1983

Richard Chamberlain Looks Back on His Celebrated TV Career, Including Working With Barbara Stanwyck in ‘The Thorn Birds’

Richard Chamberlain reflects on his success with limited series roles including his scenes opposite Barbara Stanwyck for The Thorn Birds, his run in Shogun, and journey with Dr. Kildare.

Bewitched Elizabeth Montgomery

‘Bewitched’ Reboot in Works at Sony: How it Will Be Different

The original series created by Sol Saks aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972 for eight seasons.