Guiding Light Is Extinguished

(From the AP Wire)

Guiding Light is switching off after a 72-year run that predates television.

CBS says the show will have its final episode in September. Like most daytime dramas, Guiding Light has suffered from declining ratings and CBS is looking for a lower-cost alternative to the hour of programming.

The Guinness Book of World Records has cited it as the longest-running television drama.

It began as a 15-minute serial on NBC Radio in January 1937 and debuted on CBS television in 1952, focusing on the Bauer family of Springfield.

Days: Such a Tease!

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Will (Dylan Patton, pictured) warns Rafe that Sami doesn’t have a great track record with men.

Nicole asks Chloe if she regrets anything about her marriage to Lucas.

Philip moves out of the Kiriakis mansion and into Stephanie’s apartment.

EJ storms out of the church, and Nicole breaks down.

Chelsea fears that sparks are reigniting between Max and Stephanie.

Thursday – Max overhears EJ vowing to avenge Tony’s death.

Friday – Rafe tells Sami that he can’t stick around while she’s still in love with EJ.

B&B: Such a Tease!

•Rick makes a shocking announcement.

•Bridget’s confession leads to a tempting offer.

•Ridge (Ronn Moss, pictured) surprises everyone with his gift for Steffy.

•Stephanie suddenly finds herself jobless.

•Owen kisses one woman while playing house with another.

Y&R: Such a Tease!

•When Amber (Adrienne Franz, pictured) finds a­ wounded and disturbed Kevin, she tries to bring him back to reality, but is he too far gone?

•­Nikki devises a new plan to prove Kay's identity. Will Jill agree to go along with it?
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•After Lily shockingly turns down Cane's proposal will he stop fighting for custody of Delia to win Lily back?

•Will panic ensue when Sharon and Billy learn they'll be living under the same roof?

•Murphy proposes to a stunned Kay.

ATWT: Such a Tease!

•Damian vows to prove his innocence.
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•Lucy begs Dusty to keep her secret.

•Luke and Noah get some help at the foundation from newcomers Zac and Zoe.

•Vienna (Ewa Da Cruz, pictured) and Henry dig themselves into a deep hole.

GL: Such a Tease!

•Reva (Kim Zimmer, pictured) goes into labor.

•Dinah sues herself.

•Edmund reveals the truth about Lara to Shayne.

•Olivia throws Natalia an engagement party.

GH: Such a Tease!

Claudia admits to Johnny that Ric’s blackmailing her.
Kate urges Olivia to come clean with Sonny.
Robin makes a painful confession during therapy.

Claudia comes up with a new plan to try and save herself.
Olivia encourages Jax to tell Carly (Laura Wright, pictured) the truth.
Lulu gives Ethan a taste of his own medicine.

Claudia puts her plan in motion.
Robin’s condition takes a life-threatening turn.
Carly’s torn over how to proceed with Michael.

OLTL: Such a Tease!

Someone is keeping a close eye on Todd (Trevor St. John, pictured).
Dorian’s jealous when Ray goes on a date with Tea.
Matthew’s situation takes a toll on Clint and Nora’s relationship.

Gigi makes a huge sacrifice in order to save her son.
Todd tries to take advantage of Tea’s feelings for him.
The heat rises between Cristian and Layla.

Starr puts the moves on Schuyler.
Stacy is determined to get what she wants.
Todd gets a not so pleasant surprise.

AMC: Such a Tease!

Zach lays down the law with Kendall.
Jake comes to Amanda’s rescue.
Krystal takes her anger out on Tad and JR (Jacob Young, pictured).

Ryan accuses Kendall of wanting to get back together with Zach.
Krystal and JR reach a stalemate.
Zach and Kendall get alarming news about Ian.

Erica asks Ryan to keep his distance from Kendall.
JR gets unsettling news about Adam.
Aidan does some digging into Annie’s past.

B&B Fan Club Luncheon This August

The Bold and the Beautiful fan club luncheon will be held on Saturday, Aug. 29th at the Sheraton Universal Hotel in the Grand Ballroom from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Many of the stars from B&B will be in attendance. Enjoy an elegant sit-down luncheon, a special clip reel, a silent auction of show memorabilia and more surprises. There will be plenty of time for you to meet the stars, get autographs and take pictures.

Tickets are $140. Payments can only be accepted in U.S. funds including Visa, MasterCard and American Express and personal checks drawn on U.S. banks. Canadian and all other foreign guests must pay with Visa, MasterCard or Money Order payable in U.S. funds. No foreign personal checks can be accepted. Please make checks or money orders payable to The Bold and the Beautiful Fan Club. Send, along with your name, address, phone number, email address and full names of people in your party to: Cathy Tomas, c/o The Bold and the Beautiful, 7800 Beverly Blvd., Suite 3371, Los Angeles, CA 90036.

For credit card orders, fax your information to (323) 575-3820. Your application and money must be received by the deadline date, which is Friday, August 21, 2009. You will receive a confirmation letter prior to the luncheon. Please be prepared to show your proof of identification at check-in. Sorry, there are no refunds or exchanges. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. For more information, please email Cathy Tomas at CathyTomas@theboldandthebeautiful.com or call (818) 503-2599.

Additionally, The Buns, Bagels and Breakfast will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2009, before the official luncheon. Some of your favorite B&B stars will be in attendance at the breakfast. You’ll have a chance to meet with them and get autographs and pictures. They've been planning some special events for the breakfast that are sure to be a lot of fun. So, don’t miss out on this chance to see and get to know some of your favorite B&B stars up close and personal! Tickets for this event will be sold on a limited basis, so it’s important that you order yours now. The breakfast will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Sheraton Universal Hotel’s Starview Room located in Universal City, CA. Tickets for the event cost $95 each, which includes breakfast, tax, tip, a welcome kit containing special 8 x 10 photos and all the fun! So, order your tickets today.

Payments for this event will be accepted only in U.S. funds and only in personal checks, money orders or PayPal. We are sorry, no foreign personal checks can be accepted. If you are paying by check or money order, please make your payment payable to Cathy Tomas and send it, along with your name, address, telephone number, email address and names of all of the people in your party to Cathy Tomas, c/o The Bold and the Beautiful, 7800 Beverly Blvd., Suite 3371, Los Angeles, CA 90036. If you are paying by PayPal, please email your payment of $95 per ticket, along with your name, address, telephone number, email address and names of all of the people in your party to CathyTomas@aol.com. This email address is only used as a PayPal address, not a contact address. Your payment must be received by the deadline date of Friday, August 21, 2009. There will be no tickets mailed to you for this event. You will receive a confirmation letter in the mail prior to the breakfast. Please be prepared to show your proof of identification at check-in. Sorry, there are no refunds or exchanges. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. For more information, please email Cathy Tomas at CathyTomas@theboldandthebeautiful.com or call (818) 503-2599.

The Sheraton Universal Hotel has set aside a number of rooms at the special rate of $179 per night. You can call (800) 325-3535 to make your reservations and be sure to ask for the The Bold and the Beautiful Fan Weekend rate of $179.00 a night.

Are You the Next "Soap Opera Star?"

Join Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke, The Bold and the Beautiful) for an exclusive preview of Lauren by Ralph Lauren Spring/Summer 2009 collection at Nordstrom Fashion Valley on Saturday, April 11th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. At the event, you'll have the opportunity to meet Katherine and enter for a chance to become a “Soap Opera Star for a Day,” where you'll be invited to the B&B set and receive exclusive VIP treatments and get to mingle with the cast. Attendees will also receive refreshments and gifts from Lauren by Ralph Lauren and In Style magazine.

Nordstrom Fashion Valley is located at 6997 Friars Road, San Diego, Calif. No purchase is necessary to enter or win “Soap Opera Star for a Day.” Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of California 18 years or older. Enter in-store at Nordstrom Fashion Valley between 11:00 a.m. PST and 2:00 PST on April 11, 2009. One winner will be selected in a random drawing on or about April 11th and will be notified on or about April 15th. ARV of prize: $2,000. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received.

Fulfillment of this prize is the sole responsibility of Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation and CBS. Please see a sales associate at Nordstrom Fashion Valley for official sweepstakes rules. Void where prohibited. One gift per customer while supplies last.