THE Daytime Emmy Awards this year did not disappoint, honoring stars and shows like no one's business.
All My Children star Susan Lucci was honored this year with the Lifetime Achievement Award for her 40-year run as Erica Kane on the ABC show.
"How lucky was I to be put in the hands of (creator) Agnes Nixon?" she said after being presented with the award.
"Agnes was the trailblazer. She was the visionary storyteller who gave me the part of a lifetime: The fabulously flawed Erica Kane."
The actress also thanked her son, Andreas Huber, and late husband, Helmut Huber, saying: "It means so much to me to have [Andreas] here with me.
"And you know what else? I feel your dad's presence here tonight with us, too. I thank my husband, Helmut Huber, because he has everything to do with my standing up here tonight, and receiving this incredible award."
Meanwhile, General Hospital won big, taking home six awards, including one for the late Sonya Eddy in her role as head nurse Epiphany Johnson, who died last December following a post-op infection.
Check out our 2023 Daytime Emmy Award blog for live updates...
More confusion about the identity of Jake
Kelly shared a follow-up post of her crew at the award ceremony and the congratulations from fans continued to pour in, as did the confusion over Jake.
"who is jake? i've seen comments about him all night, what r yall talking abt?" a fan commented.
Kelly's account addresses blunder
Kelly's account even addressed the mistake and its comedic potential.
"And just a personal thank you and shout out to Jake for just simply killing it. I have never laughed so hard!! We all love you, Jake ha!" a comment from Kelly's account said, though there is no telling if it was Jake himself.
"Did you write this too, Jake?!" accused a follower.
Other commenters who missed the hilarious mess-up were a bit in the dark, writing: "What did Jake say?! What’d I miss??"
Fans pick up on edit in Kelly's post
Those who caught a glimpse at the post before the edit flooded the comment section with hilarious messages to and about Jake.
"Jake, deserves a raise [crying laughing emoji] this late on a Friday night," commented one fan.
"Thanks for getting this up, Jake. Social team don’t sleep," wrote a second person.
"Proud of you, Jake! You’re killing it!" a third said.
And a fourth added: "gonna need a jake reveal [crying emoji]."
Kelly's edited thank-you message
The post went on to say: "I am so proud of my whole team for our wins tonight!! Thank you to all of the people who started this show with us and to all of those who joined us this season!
"Thank you to all of the guests and fans that take time out of their lives and schedules to come hang with us!
"We are beyond blessed, and grateful, and so thankful for our new family and friends at 30 Rock who have been so supportive of our new home."
Fans jokingly point out Kelly's mistake
After the ceremony ended, a touching thank you message was published to Kelly's Instagram and her fans were quick to point out a blunder.
"Jake, do you mind getting this up for Kelly tonight?" read the beginning of her caption.
Kelly's staff member who shared the post apparently included a message at the top that was just for him.
Kelly Clarkson's Instagram blunder
Kelly Clarkson fans have been left in stitches after a member of the singer's staff accidentally posted a private message on her Instagram.
The star shared a thank you post online after winning two separate Daytime Emmy awards on Friday night.
The singer-turned-host won both Outstanding Daytime Talk Series and Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host but she was not in attendance to collect the awards.
After the ceremony ended, a touching thank you message was published to Kelly's Instagram, and her fans were quick to point out a blunder.
"Jake, do you mind getting this up for Kelly tonight?" read the beginning of her caption.
Barbara Walters tribute at the awards
Connie Chung, a fellow news anchor, honored Barbara Walters, a pioneer who, among her many achievements, founded ABC's popular daytime talk show The View in 1997.
Walters was 93 when she passed away in December of last year. As "the creator, the producer, the star – the engine behind it," Walters "revolutionized the face of daytime television," according to Chung.
"And this was on top of her pioneering career in news and interviews. She was the icon who paved the way for all women in television news, especially me. She mom-ed me.
"And although they would never admit it, she taught the men a thing or two, I can’t fathom she is gone. We remember her and all the others who passed, for their contributions to television.”
General Hospital won big
General Hospital was the biggest winner of the night, taking home prizes for Best Drama Series, Directing Team for a Drama, Younger Performer, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, and Guest Performance.
The 2023 Daytime Emmy Awards celebrated Tyler Christopher of General Hospital as well.
Actor Stephen Nichols of Days of Our Lives honored actor Tyler, who died in October.
Susan Lucci awarded huge honor
Susan Lucci of All My Children graciously accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award at the event.
The Bold and the Beautiful won Outstanding Actor and Outstanding Actress in a Drama.
SAG-AFTRA strikes delayed award show
The original June date of the award presentation was postponed by six months due to the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and SAG-AFTRA strike.
The involvement of Daytime TV icons made this year's 50th Daytime Emmy Awards 2023 event spectacular despite everything.
Daytime Emmys – Full list of winners, continued
See all the winners of the night below:
- Daytime Talk Series: The Kelly Clarkson Show (Syndicated)
- Entertainment News Series: Entertainment Tonight (Syndicated)
- Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series: The Young and the Restless (CBS)
- Younger Performer in a Daytime Drama Series: Eden McCoy as Josslyn Jacks, General Hospital (ABC)
- Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series: General Hospital (ABC)
- Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Alley Mills as Heather Webber, General Hospital (ABC)
- Daytime Talk Series Host: Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show (Syndicated)
Daytime Emmys - Full list of winners
See all the winners of the night below:
- Daytime Drama Series: General Hospital (ABC)
- Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series Actress:
- Jacqueline MacInnes Wood as Steffy Forrester, The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)
- Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series Actor: Thorsten Kaye as Ridge Forrester, The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)
- Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series Actress: Sonya Eddy as Epiphany Johnson, General Hospital (ABC)
- Supporting Performance In a Daytime Drama Series Actor: Robert Gossett as Marshall Ashford, General Hospital (ABC)
Christopher's career in a nutshell
Tyler Christopher was a popular soap opera actor who was born on November 11, 1972, in Joliet, Illinois.
He got his start in the entertainment industry back in the 1990s when he landed the role of Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital.
The Daytime Emmy Award winner portrayed the role of Nikolas, and later Connor Bishop, in over 1,100 episodes between 1996 and 2016.
Between 2001 and 2019, he also starred as Stefan DiMera in 155 episodes of Days of Our Lives.
Christopher's resume also includes roles in the films Raven (2010), Pretty Broken (2018), Super Volcano (2022), and Ice Storm (2023).
Throughout his career, Christopher amassed a net worth of $7 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Tyler Christopher's brush with the law
On May 26, 2023, Christopher was taken into custody and charged with public intoxication after police confronted him at Burbank airport.
Sources told TMZ that cops found him sleeping on the ground near the American Airlines terminal.
Christopher reportedly told the officers that he had missed his flight but had "displayed clear and objective signs of intoxication" and was "unable to care for himself," according to TMZ.
The soap star was ultimately cited and released on $250 bail but was expected to appear back in court at a later date, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Christopher was also charged with public intoxication in November 2019 after he fell asleep in the back of an Uber, the Los Angeles Times notes.
For that charge, he pleaded guilty to two counts of public intoxication, but details on the resolution of the case are unclear at this time.
Tyler Christopher's death explained
On October 31, 2023, news broke that the famed soap star had sadly passed away.
Christopher's General Hospital's costar Maurice Benard, confirmed his death via Instagram stating the actor suffered a "cardiac event."
Benard wrote: "It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tyler Christopher....Tyler passed away this morning following a cardiac event in his San Diego apartment."
He went on to honor the late actor.
"Tyler was a truly talented individual that lit up the screen in every scene he performed and relished bringing joy to his loyal fans through his acting. Tyler was a sweet soul and wonderful friend to all of those who knew him," Benard continued.
"Tyler was an advocate for better mental health and substance use treatment who openly spoke about his struggles with bipolar depression and alcohol.
Fans priase Wood's baby anouncement
Fans were quick to comment on Wood's post wishing her and her new addition well.
"Enjoy your new bundle of love ... I couldn’t be happier for you my friend. Hugs to the whole family," one person wrote.
"So happy for you ALL !! (I wondered where you were..)," another commented.
"Lots of love and admiration momma!" someone else chimed in.
"Congratulations and welcome Valor," another said.
Jacqueline MacInnes Wood earns fan's praise's baby announcement
Wood, who plays Steffy Forrester on the soap opera, shared the news in a social media post.
"August 27th our baby boy Valor James Ruspoli was born. Our hearts are so full," the caption began.
"Thank you for all the messages. Just been taking this time to slow down and soak in this moment."
The child is the fourth for Wood and her husband Elan Ruspoli.
They share three other sons: Rise, Lenix, and Brando.
More on Sonya Eddy
Sonya Eddy was an actress who played a series of roles across genres but was best known for her role as head nurse Epiphany Johnson on the soap opera General Hospital.
The actress was a crucial figure in the show for more than 16 years and was in 543 episodes.
She also was featured in other movies and shows, including The Drew Carey Show, Seinfeld, Patch Adams, Reba, Monk, Joan of Arcadia, CSI, Glee, Castle, and Fresh Off The Boat.
General hospital star Sonya Eddy and her role
Sonya Eddy played Epiphany Johnson, the head nurse at General Hospital.
Sonya had her LPN license, meaning she was a Licensed Practical Nurse.
On the show, Epiphany was known for being outspoken and willing to speak up for others.
Epiphany notably corrected other nurses and even doctors on more than one occasion.
She also plays the mother to the late character Stan Johnson, who worked for and was later killed by the mob.
Sonya Eddy's recent death
Tyler Ford, a close friend of Sonya's, disclosed her cause of death to TMZ on Wednesday. December 21.
According to Ford, Sonya reported to the hospital on December 9 for scheduled surgery, after which she was sent home on December 11.
Sonya then returned to the hospital on December 15, when doctors discovered that she was ill with a severe infection from a complication of the surgery.
Ford said that he learned from hospital staff that his friend had been put on life support on Monday morning, December 19.
She died later that evening.
Daytime Emmy Award Winners, continued
Here are the winner's from last night:
Entertainment News Series
Entertainment TonightWriting Team for a Daytime Drama Series
The Young and the RestlessYounger Performer in a Daytime Drama Series
Eden McCoy as Josslyn Jacks, General HospitalDirecting Team for a Daytime Drama Series
General HospitalGuest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Alley Mills as Heather Webber, General HospitalDaytime Talk Series Host
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Daytime Emmy Award Winners
Here are last night's winners:
Daytime Drama Series
General HospitalLead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Jacqueline MacInnes Wood as Steffy Forrester, The Bold and the BeautifulLead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Thorsten Kaye as Ridge Forrester, The Bold and the BeautifulSupporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Posthumenously Sonya Eddy as Epiphany Johnson, General HospitalSupporting Performance In a Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Robert Gossett as Marshall Ashford, General HospitalDaytime Talk Series
The Kelly Clarkson ShowInternal drama on The Young and the Restless, part two
"He had a history of cutting legendary characters from his shows," Doug said.
"He made the claim that nobody has to know."
However, Doug said fans would certainly notice as not having Paul around would "raise a red flag."
He says he was also told not to worry given that he was "under his guarantee."
"I was contacted about coming back," he admitted.
"I had several Zoom meetings with Danielle [Unger, director of current at CBS]. She was delightful, engaging, forthcoming, honest — everything you’d want to see."
Internal drama on The Young and the Restless
Show alum Doug Davidson has blasted the show, claiming the reason he was cut was due to 'money' and later 'respect.'
Doug has spoken out about what went down behind his exit from The Young and the Restless and his character Paul Williams.
According to SoapHub, Doug said it was "so much easier to say goodbye" than he thought it would be when he left.
Doug said that Charles Pratt Jr. came on board following former executive producer Jill Farren Phelps and "made the decision" to let him go.
General Hospital upset, continued
Fans on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, weren't as accepting of the decision, and lashed out at the show online.
"There so many people that should have been let go from #GH," one person tweeted "Roger Howarth is absolutely not one of them."
Another agreed: "That was not smart. I don’t even watch and know it wasn’t smart."
While a third begged: "Please find a way to bring back Roger Howarth soon in a surprising way. He’s brilliant.
"It’s rare to play 3 distinct characters in the same show & be accepted as all of them. We’d believe him as a fourth! Don’t disappoint us!"
Others promised they'd never watch the soap again.
"Big mistake GH, you just let the best person go. #RogerHowarth was the only reason I still watched," one person screamed.
ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tbTEZqqupl6YvK57xKernqqklravucSnq2hxaGyCcoOWaJuasaSeuqZ5xKaksqtdZ31zf4ynpqahnpbBqrvNrGRuaKSdeqK6za6YpWWUmrmixYyarpqqlKh8