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Peter Bergman (Jack, Y&R)
Jack Abbott has always been a bit of a ladies' man. Who knew that his portrayer, Peter Bergman, found his way into acting by chasing after a girl? And lucky for daytime and his fans, he did.
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Early Emmy Reactions
It had only been a few hours since the 2007 Emmy nominations were announced, but the phones at Digest were ringing off the hook! Here are all of the early reactions on one of the soap industry's most exciting days.
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Y&R: Who Said That?
We've scrounged up some of the random quotes we've heard at THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS set over the last few years. Your job is to guess which cast member said it. Prepare to be surprised!
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Hey, Abbotts!
They may not be as rich or as flashy as the Newmans, but the still-very-successful Abbotts have remained one of the most stable and closest families in Genoa City. Take our quiz and see if you would fit in with the classy clan.
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The Anniversary Party
February 1 marked Eric Braeden's 25th anniversary playing the incomparable Victor Newman on YOUNG AND RESTLESS. The actor's co-stars, along with several special guest stars ... saluted Braeden with words of humor and praise at a gathering held on Y&R's Stage 43 in his honor.
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Which Genoa City Man Is Right For You?
When it comes to interesting, dynamic (and rich!) men, there's no shortage on YOUNG AND RESTLESS. Take our quiz to find out which Genoa City hunk is your perfect match.
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Y&R: 8,000 Episodes Strong
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS cast, crew and execs got together to celebrate the Sept. 28 taping of the show's 8,000th episode. With all that history to reap, we asked new and old about their favorite storylines of the past.
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Y&R Stars Remember Terry Lester (ex-Jack)
The cast of YOUNG AND RESTLESS was shocked and saddened at the November 28, 2003, passing of Terry Lester, who originated the role of Jack in 1980 and played the part until 1989.
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Peter Bergman's Five Greatest YOUNG AND RESTLESS Moments
What better time than during the month of his 20-year anniversary as Jack Abbott (November 2009) for Peter Bergman to reflect on his long tenure on YOUNG AND RESTLESS? From longtime nemesis Victor to beloved sister Ashley to the meaning of winning an Emmy, Bergman shares his five most memorable moments.
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Jack Attack
Think you know everything there is to know about wealthy playboy Smilin' Jack Abbott? Test your knowledge with this comprehensive quiz
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Peter Bergman: Hello, Again
Former ALL MY CHILDREN star Peter Bergman — who played Dr. Cliff Warner from 1980 to 1989, before assuming the role of Jack on YOUNG AND RESTLESS — has been having a lot of fun "reacquainting" himself with his old alma mater via Genoa City newcomers Elizabeth Hendrickson (Chloe) and Billy Miller (Billy). The two actors portrayed Frankie/Maggie and Richie, respectively, on the ABC soap.
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Leading Lotharios: Bergman on Y&R's Bed-Hopping
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS' Jack Abbott has been a player since the beginning of time, but portrayer Peter Bergman slams Nick, Phyllis and Brad for their recent bed-hopping.
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Crossing Peter Bergman
"There's one thing I want in life: I want to be a clue in The New York Times crossword puzzle," reveals Y&R's Peter Bergman (Jack). "I'm a crossword nut. I did The New York Times puzzles for 10 years before I moved to Los Angeles (in 1989)."
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Salt(Y) Peter
YOUNG AND RESTLESS's Peter Bergman has been a daytime fixture for 25 years, whether as stand-up surgeon Cliff Warner on AMC (1979-89), or as Smilin' Jack Abbott, the Genoa City incarnation he has inhabited since 1989.
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Birthday Heartache for Y&R Star
Peter Bergman (Jack, THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS) was ready to peddle for a cause on his birthday weekend, but a family loss changed the game plan.
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Family Fun In The Sun
Y&R's Jack Abbott can't seem to get away from his family, but for portrayer Peter Bergman, family time takes a bit more effort.
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SLIDESHOW: Brothers In Daytime
Oh brother, there sure are a lot of them on daytime. Some are closer, some
are not, some aren’t even related by blood.
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Nick vs. Victor: Now and Then
With THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS' Nick supporting his mother, Victor is lashing out against him, but the Newman patriarch must not remember what happened the last time Nick returned fire.
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Hello, Newmans
For nearly a quarter of a century, YOUNG AND RESTLESS's Nikki and Victor have been in each other's lives, surviving three marriages (to each other) and building a family together. Here we relive their love story, with all of its ups and downs.
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Fab Phyllis
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS' Phyllis Summers Abbott was trouble for locals before she ever blew into Genoa City. Remember what she did then?
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Through The Years: Liza Colby
Marcy Walker (Liza), will soon be departing Pine Valley. Here's a look back at her evolution from petulant brat to powerful businesswoman.
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New York State Of Mind
With AMC moving production to L.A. in January, its New York location shoots will soon be a thing of the past. Here's a look back at some of AMC's bites out of the Big Apple (and slightly beyond).
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SLIDESHOW: Politics Of Soaps
There's plenty of behind the scenes drama in real life politics. (No need to
mention any names, you know who we mean.) So it's only logical that
political characters have made their way in soap storylines. Who would you
vote for?
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Let Them Eat Cake!
With the Chancellor living room as a fitting backdrop, Y&R celebrated its 9,000th episode (airing October 14) with different flavor cakes shaped into appropriate numerals.
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The Doctor Is (Back) In
Vincent Irizarry's David is back to his old stomping grounds and up to his old tricks. Digest spoke to the actor about leaving Y&R, rejoining AMC, and everything in between.
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Eric Steinberg: Getting To Know You
Spend some time with Y&R's Eric Steinberg, the man behind Jack Abbott's newest partner in crime, Ji Min Kim, as he talks about making the transition from primetime guest player to daytime regular.
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Y&R: Who's the Daddy?
With Phyllis pregnant, Nick's marriage disintegrating and Jack none the wiser for so long, THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS’ head writer Lynn Marie Latham talks about the brewing drama and who's to blame — or, rather, not to blame.
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Where, Oh Where, Have The Children Gone?
A Roundup Of YOUNG AND RESTLESS's Missing Youngsters
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Billy The Kid
When we last saw Billy in 2003, he was hightailing it out of town after learning that his new bride, Mackenzie, is actually his first cousin. Another family matter has brought him back to Genoa City as he helps the Abbotts through a crisis. Scott Seymour is the third actor to take on the adult version of Billy.
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Davidson's Days Are Numbered
Y&R shocked the soap world when it fired Eileen Davidson, who created the role of Ashley Abbott in 1982. But while Davidson's co-stars are still reeling from the news, the actress herself is taking it in stride.
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Kim Possible
Getting To Know YOUNG AND RESTLESS's Eric Steinberg (JiMin Kim)
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Chap Schtick Part II
The 5/17 issue of Digest featured an info-packed feature with Judith Chapman (Gloria, Y&R). Here she reveals everything you didn't get to see in the magazine.
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In The Moment
There's more to Emmy day then just the excitement of the two-hour telecast. Here's a minute-by-minute breakdown of how the stars spent their big day.
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Oh, Shoot!
A cavalcade of CBS stars converged in L.A. for a memorable P.R. event.
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The Big 3-0
Soap Opera Digest just turned 30!
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Catching Up With ... Vasili Bogazianos
As the boxing storyline comes to an end on ATWT, we chatted with soap vet Vasili Bogazianos (Bud; ex-Al, Y&R; ex-Benny, AMC) about his time in Oakdale.
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Jess Walton: A Jill a Minute
Jess Walton has seen tons of schemes, deceit and laughs in her 17 years as THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS' Jill Foster Reynolds Chancellor Thurston Brooks Sterling Abbott Abbott -- not to mention, as the name attests, tons of men! Here, the actress shares, in her own words, six Y&R moments she'll never forget.
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A Sterling Return
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS alum Quinn Redeker was back on set as Sexy Rexy June 8 for a one-day guest spot that is scheduled to air July 5. Here are tidbits from his press conference, where reporters got a chance to catch up with the chatty star.
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Hot Plots: AMC's Top Summer Storylines
Dimitri and Erica. Cliff and Nina. Jenny and Jesse....all contributed to some of the best-ever AMC summer storylines. Take a look back at Pine Valley's hottest summer tales.
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Behind The Scenes at Y&R with Weekly's Deanna Barnert
A day at the set may sound glamorous, but here's the real deal.
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Y&R's 2003 Fan Club Luncheon
Unable to attend the 12th YOUNG AND RESTLESS Fan Club Luncheon held on August 17 at the Sheraton Universal Hotel in Los Angeles? No problem. Here are some of the highlights from the exciting day of getting up close and personal with your favorite Y&R stars.
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1991, 1992, 2002 Daytime Emmy
Outstanding Lead Actor Peter Bergman (Jack Abbott, Y&R) |
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