Want to know more about your favorite "Days of Our Lives stars? Then check out these interviews with the actors and actresses from the past and present!
A number of online media reporters and I had the opporunity to listen and participate in a group chat with 'Days of Our Lives' stars Crystal Chappell and Peter Reckell (Carly and Bo) on November 2, 2009. The two talented actors discuss their complex characters, their current storyline, the challenges of playing Bo and Carly, and much more.
I had the pleasure of speaking with former 'Days of Our Lives' star Kevin Spirtas, who played Dr. Craig Wesley from 1998 until 2005, then briefly returned in 2009. The talented actor, Broadway performer, and musician, and producer discusses his time on DAYS, his one-man Broadway show, and his new play "Loaded."
I had the wonderful opportunity to chat with Lauren OConnor, mother of twins Ailish and Julia, who recently played baby Grace. She talks about being on set with them, the heartfelt storyline with baby Grace, the set teacher who worked with them, her praise for Alison Sweeney, and more.
I had the pleasure of chatting with Daytime Emmy nominee Darin Brooks, who has portrayed Max Brady since June 2005. Darin reflects on his past four years at DAYS, discusses his new Spike TV series, and talks about a charitable organization near and dear to his heart, Tag the World.
I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Alison Sweeney, who portrays Sami Brady on 'Days of Our Lives' and hosts the NBC hit reality show 'The Biggest Loser.' Read what the lovely actress and celebrity mom had to say about balancing her life, Biggest Loser, DAYS, and an allergy campaign she's working on.
I had the wonderful opportunity to conduct a February 19, 2009 phone interview with 'Days of Our Lives' star James Scott, who has played E.J. DiMera since 2006. Read what one of the sexiest stars on daytime had to say.
Michael Fairman conducts an in depth interview with Melissa Reeves (ex-Jennifer Devereaux) and her husband Scott (ex-Jake). They discuss living in Nashville, their weekly radio show, the possibility of Melissa returning to DAYS, their knowledge of country music, and more.
Soap Opera journalist Michael Fairman conducts an in-depth interview Daytime Emmy Award-winning actress Crystal Chappell (Carly Manning), who discusses her "Otalia" storyline on "Guiding Light," her return to "Days of Our Lives," her new online series entitled "Venice," and much more.
Dr. Blogstein from Radio Happy Hour had the interview the beautiful Nadia Bjorlin (Chloe), who dished about DAYS, the water in Salem, her real-life boyfriend Brandon Beemer (ex-Shawn), and Wonder Woman.
Beloved DAYS actor Drake Hogestyn (John Black) not only has a passion for acting, baseball, his devoted fans, and his family, but he also has a passion for his car collection. He also discusses how he tries to combine his personal appearances with car shows, such as the "World of Wheels" custom car shows.
Daytime Confidential had the opportunity to interview former DAYS star Brandon Beemer after his dismissal from the show. Brandon opens up about his departure, shares what it was like working with his former onscreen parents, his favorite storylines, and if he would ever return to DAYS.
Nelson Branco from TVGuide.ca conducts this in-depth interview with James Reynolds (Abe), who speaks out on the underrepresentation of minorities on soaps, the future of DAYS, and which African-Americans on soaps he admires the most.
Xavier Toups had the fortunate opportunity to interview former DAYS staff writer Tom Casiello just days after he and several other staff writers were fired from the show during the ongoing writers' strike. Tom discusses his his past writing experiences, the DAYS storylines, and what he hopes for the future.
Actress/singer Shirley Jones talks to Christine Fix, Editor-in-Chief of Soaps.com, about her brief 2008 stint on "Days of Our Lives" as Colleen Brady. Shirley shares how she worked with dialogue coach Robert Easton to perfect her Irish brogue for the part.
Nelson Branco from TVGuide.com had an opportunity to speak with Deidre Hall (Marlena) about her upcoming "black widow" storyline, the 2008 Emmy race, and what the future holds for DAYS.
Lori Wilson from Soaps.com had the opportunity to chat in depth with Mary Beth Evans (Kayla) about her role as a judge on "I Wanna Be a Soap Star," Season 4. Additionally, Mary Beth discussed her pie company and revealed that the twins who play Baby Pocket are actually girls!
Oscar Dahl from Buddy TV conducts this interview with Rachel Melvin (Chelsea), who discusses how she got into acting, winning the part of Chelsea Brady, and what she hopes for the future.
Nelson Branco from TV Guide talks with Emmy winner Leann Hunley (Anna) about her return to DAYS after a twenty-one year absence and what she hopes for her future on the show.
SoaptownUSA.com editor Dawn was lucky enough to chat with DAYS Julie Pinson, who plays the beautiful Billie Reed. Julie discusses the upcoming
Sail Away With the Stars Cruise, which is scheduled to set sail aboard Carnival Cruise Lines on November 15, 2007. Julie also expressed her hopes for a juicy storyline involving her character in the near future.
Soap Opera Weekly spends a few minutes with Thaao on the set, where he discusses his recent return the show as Count Anthony "Tony" DiMera, written by Janet Di Lauro.
Martha Madison (Belle) speaks out on multiple sclerosis and being named a national ambassador to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in this
Soap Opera Weekly interview written by West Coast editor Janet Di Lauro.
An edited transcript of Days of Our Lives' 40th Anniversary Special on Soap Talk, which featured various stars of the show from the past and present. This special originally aired in November of 2005.