The Young and the Restless Casts Familiar Faces

The No. 1 rated show in daytime, The Young and the Restless, is heating up -- and its cast is following suit. Word has come down that Nia Peeples (Fame and Walker, Texas Ranger) and Billy Warlock (Days of Our Lives, Baywatch and General Hospital) have signed on to play Nikki's and Jack's campaign managers, respectively.

As the race for the state Senate seat heats up, I'm sure Nia and Billy will play a big part in the outcome. Nia's first airdate is scheduled for April 18, while Billy shows up in Genoa City on May 7. May the best man -- or woman! -- win.