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That's Not My Baby

Don't miss tomorrow's (Thursday, Nov. 20) episode of ONE LIFE TO LIVE when Tess gets out and has some shocking news for Viki (Erika Slezak). "That's not the baby I gave birth to," sets up Bree Williamson (Jessica/Tess/Bess). MORE

Huge DAYS Casting News!

It's hard to believe, but it's true: Superstars Deidre Hall (Marlena) and Drake Hogestyn (John) are the first two casualties of DAYS's massive budget cuts. In an exclusive interview with Soap Opera Digest, Executive Producer Ken Corday says, "The couple will be happily reunited after a long period of angst and separation and will be off-screen after January for an unknown period of time. It was a very tough decision to make." MORE

Volunteer Writers Wanted

Think you can recap shows better than we can? Give it a shot and see! We're looking for volunteer recappers to star in "Write for Us Wednesdays." We're accepting recaps (to be reviewed by our staff) for any daytime soap airing Wednesday, Nov. 19. Email your entry, approximately 600 words, to soaplook@soapoperadigest.com. Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. EST on Wednesday, Nov. 19. MORE

DAYS Casting Shocker!

Hot on the heels of the news that DAYS got a pickup (at an extremely reduced fee from NBC), Digest has learned that negotiations between the show and Jay Kenneth Johnson (Philip) have broken down and the actor cleared out his dressing room yesterday. Money is said to be the main issue. MORE

Kay's Will Read on Y&R

Still dealing with the shock of Kay's tragic death, her friends and family gather to hear the reading of her will. Expect surprises — especially for her daughter Jill. "She's even more convinced her mother was not in her right mind when she wrote the will," previews Jess Walton (Jill). MORE

Parading About

Gobble, gobble, soap fans! If you're not already planning to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in all its adorable, inflatable glory on November 27, then be sure to check out CBS's special broadcast of the event from 9 a.m. to noon ET, which will include special appearances by GL's Jessica Leccia (Natalia) and ATWT's Julie Pinson (Janet). MORE

Interns Needed

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TODAY'S FEATURE

Jess Walton (Jill, Y&R)

Born in Grand Rapids, MI, and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Jess Walton got her start in showbiz when she was only 17 and joined the Toronto Workshop Productions' Repertory Theater. In 1969, she moved to Hollywood.

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Vital Statistics

Birthdate: December 10
Birthplace: Hollywood, CA
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Years on Show: 2007-present
Marital Status: Lauro Chartrand (1997-2004, divorced); Howard Hewett (1989-1993, divorced); Guy Ecker (1984-1986, divorced)
Children: Christopher (born 1990) and Sienna Noel (born 1998)

Which Jessica Are You?

Bess, Tess, Jess — they're all the same, right? Wrong. Each manifestation of Jessica's personality on ONE LIFE TO LIVE has a specific task and specific traits. Take this quiz and find out which one of Jessica's personalities you're most like!

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SLIDESHOW: Rebecca Herbst (Liz, GH) Through The Years

GH's Elizabeth is once again in the hot seat this month when her son Jake is thrown into the middle of a mob war. Rebecca Herbst joined the cast in the late '90s, and it's been non-stop drama ever since. Check out our slideshow of Herbst both on-screen and off throughout the years.



READER FEEDBACK

Volunteer Writers Wanted

Think you can recap shows better than we can? Give it a shot and see! We're looking for volunteer recappers to star in "Write for Us Wednesdays." We're accepting recaps (to be reviewed by our staff) for any daytime soap airing Wednesday, Nov. 19. Email your entry, approximately 600 words, to soaplook@soapoperadigest.com. Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. EST on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Those chosen to submit recaps on a weekly basis (i.e. every Wednesday) will receive a free Weekly or Digest t-shirt and their name on the website.

Until then, check www.soapoperadigest.com/recaps for sample recaps, and good luck!

QUICK TAKES

November 19, 2008

From Gabrielle Winkel
There's so much to rave about on ONE LIFE TO LIVE these days. However, I'd like to give a shout out to the make up department over on 66th St. Todd's make up is so realistic. I wince just looking at him.

POLLING BOOTH

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