Talk:List of Days of Our Lives cast members

Can you please remove Christie Clark from recurring cast section because her spot this past week was only one episode. -- —Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.177.6.158 (talk) 23:22, 13 February 2011 (UTC)

The cast changes mentioned above have occured, so the page needs to be updated: Ivan returned, but just for 2 episodes to escort Vivian back out of the show to India (Sept 23). Jack returned September 23, but they didn't reveal it was him until the 26th. Quinn and Taylor exited together September 23. John, Marlena, Carrie, and Austin returned September 26 at the dedication of "Horton Town Square". Chloe exited to Chicago September 27. TodKarlson (talk) 05:50, 28 September 2011 (UTC)

Rafe/Robo Rafe

Does anyone else feel that imposter Rafe should be listed under Galen Gering's name? This is an all inclusive list of CAST MEMBERS, with their respective roles? There are two entries for Josh Taylor, Alison Sweeney, James Scott, and Kristian Alfonso, playing dual roles. Why not Galen Gering? Thoughts? Rm994 (talk) 01:23, 17 February 2011 (UTC)

I agree with Rm994. I feel there is nothing wrong with listing Imposter Rafe under Gering's Titles. I just would say not to link it b/c there is no Wiki page for that character and it just leaves a red link that ends up linking to nothing. By the way, I think Rm994 is a great editor for the Days wiki page :) TVFAN24 (talk) 19:57, 1 March 2011 (UTC)

Hi. I was aksed to comment about this. I don't see any problem listing the two roles, since they are two different characters! Jason47a (talk) 04:10, 11 March 2011 (UTC)

I don't see "Robo Rafe" listed on the credits. How do you all think we should list him? Imposter Rafe? Rafe's imposter? Rm994 (talk) 05:11, 11 March 2011 (UTC)

He's listed as Rafe 2 in the scripts, and I list him as Rafe Hernandez 2 in my records, so I think that would be the best way to list him on here. Jason47a (talk) 03:23, 13 March 2011 (UTC)

Ok, I'll put it up there and see if anyone disputes it. Looks like we have a consensus, though. Rm994 (talk) 02:35, 15 March 2011 (UTC)

Rafe 2's name was Arnold Feniger. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 50.64.122.142 (talk) 01:17, 11 April 2020 (UTC)

Chad

What does everyone think about Chad's name change? Per WP:COMMONNAMES, the most commonly associated name should be the one that is listed as in Sami Brady, Lucas Roberts, Nicole Walker, but I feel like now he is using the name DiMera and the DiMeras are more notable than other families on the show, that this name will be the one most people search for, which is the point of an encyclopedia. Personally, I would feel comfortable changing it, especially now that the credits list him as such, so it can be sourced. What do other editors think? Rm994 (talk) 15:55, 18 May 2011 (UTC)

Yes, I agree if its listed like that in the credits, definetly change the last name. TVFAN24 (talk) 17:17, 18 May 2011 (UTC)

This source can be added if need be http://www.soapoperadigest.com/days-of-our-lives-cast-list Rm994 (talk) 16:25, 19 May 2011 (UTC)

Sure, that's fine. That's how I list him on my site now anyway. For Wiki purposes, I don't see any harm in using the credits as a guide. The credits changed him to DiMera a month back or so. Jason47a (talk) 02:03, 27 May 2011 (UTC)

Melanie

Hello again everyone. Several editors have expressed concern over the character of Melanie's name. Per WP:COMMONNAMES, she has been Melanie Layton for over 3 years. Would anyone object to changing it to Melanie Jonas? I would be in favor. What do other editors think? Rm994 (talk) 19:51, 16 November 2011 (UTC)

I support this change, however I would change it to Melanie Layton-Jonas. I have not heard her be referred to as "Layton" on episodes for a while, I heard "Jonas" a lot. I'm pretty sure, if memory serves me correctly, she changed her name to "Jonas" once Daniel was found to be her father. Musicfreak7676 (talk) 21:14, 16 November 2011 (UTC)

I believe the end credits refer to her as Melanie Jonas. Rm994 (talk) 22:52, 16 November 2011 (UTC)

Then I believe it should be changed to Melanie Jonas, as it's not like it's her married name. Musicfreak7676 (talk) 20:53, 18 November 2011 (UTC)

There's no need for Layton anymore. Melanie legally changed her name to Jonas earlier this year. Jason47a (talk) 14:22, 19 November 2011 (UTC)

All right. Looks like we have a consensus. I will make the name change. Thanks everyone! Rm994 (talk) 18:34, 19 November 2011 (UTC)

Maggie

No one has answered this??? — Preceding unsigned comment added by Allukka (talk • contribs) 13:08, 10 February 2012 (UTC)

Hello :)

Should we change Maggie's name on the cast list page from Maggie Horton to Maggie Horton Kiriakis? (user:Allukka)

Per WP:COMMONNAMES, I don't think we should change it. The character has been known as Maggie Horton for over 30 years. A google search would probably be of "Maggie Horton" and not "Maggie Kiriakis". FYI, the best way to get people to comment is to invite them into discussions. Rm994 (talk) 14:50, 2 March 2012 (UTC)

Princess Gina Von Amberg

Hello everyone, have a quick question. The new storyline with John and Hope has featured some newly created flashbacks. Since Hope was in Salem when John and Princess Gina were together, those flashbacks are obviously of the real Princess Gina. My question to you all is, should (2012-) be added to the duration column next to Princess Gina's name? I believe it should, because we are seeing the character again, and it is 2012. Now, even if that's actually Hope in the flashback (I smell a retcon), she is still playing the character of Princess Gina. What do other editors think? Rm994 (talk) 14:50, 2 March 2012 (UTC)

I think we should wait to see where the storyline goes. It's obviously new flashbacks that are being newly filmed, in my honest opinion. Whether she's truly Princess Gina or Hope is unknown. And until some confirmation is seen from a publication or on-screen, I say we wait for some recollection that Hope is either remembering her time as Princess Gina or actually is Princess Gina (which is a stupid storyline if you ask me). _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 17:37, 2 March 2012 (UTC)

Yes I agree, I think we should wait to see if Hope is remembering her time in the role as Princess Gina or if she actually is once again playing the role in present day. If it appears that she has once again reprised the role, then 2012 should be added. TVFAN24 (talk) 20:31, 2 March 2012 (UTC)

Perhaps I was a little premature in my comment. I think we all know where this storyline is headed though, sigh. Thank you both for your input :) Rm994 (talk) 01:09, 3 March 2012 (UTC)

According to the nbc.com website, Kristian Alfonso reprises the role on Wednesday. If no one objects, I will add 2012- to her name beside Gina Von Amberg AFTER the show debuts in all areas. Rm994 (talk) 02:33, 25 March 2012 (UTC)

I don't object to this, but I would wait and see if she actually reprises the role. This whole storyline just makes no sense right now. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 21:25, 25 March 2012 (UTC)

Absolutely. I won't add until I actually see the character. Thanks for your input :) Rm994 (talk) 21:43, 25 March 2012 (UTC)

Because who knows if she's playing her new or if it's a simple flashback from the original storyline. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 21:54, 25 March 2012 (UTC)

I agree. But even a (newly created) flashback from the story would also deserve an entry, as we have listed "Colleen Brady" and "Santo DiMera" by James Scott and Alison Sweeney's names, and that entire story was shown in flashback. Now, I agree that "old" flashbacks of John and Gina do not warrant an addition, but new ones do. It's obvious which ones are old and new because a) That was my favorite storyline so I know everybit of footage, and b) The actors are obviously 13 years older. Thanks again for your input! Rm994 (talk) 00:14, 26 March 2012 (UTC)

I'm not sure if you saw today, but all I have to say is that the storyline just went from bad to worse. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 21:21, 26 March 2012 (UTC)

It seems so "forced"...like the actors don't remember the old storyline. The dialogue is just wrong for that storyline, and not tom mention, it's reconned. John and Hope NEVER worked together. John worked with the REAL Princess Gina, not Hope, so it's just wrong. Someone is NOT paying attention. Rm994 (talk) 21:34, 26 March 2012 (UTC)

It's just how soaps are. Things are reconned all the time. I remember on ATWT when they made Brad the younger brother when he was always the older one. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 22:30, 26 March 2012 (UTC)

Looks like they're officially going for this storyline today. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 17:39, 29 March 2012 (UTC)

Kristian Alfonso is not playing the dual role of Princess Gina. She is playing Hope who thinks she is Gina.

So what? It's still an entirely different character, and should therefore still be added. Rm994 (talk) 21:56, 9 April 2012 (UTC)

Gina was not a separate character but Hope being brainwashed to think she is Gina.jcar03 (talk) 00:20, 10 November 2012 (UTC)jcar03

You obviously don't watch the show. Go on youtube and check out "Gina has Hope/Shawn D is home". The REAL Princess Gina reveals herself to Hope. She's an entirely different character. Rm994 (talk) 21:34, 5 December 2012 (UTC)

Recurring Years?

This cast list seems to be the only list without years for their recurring characters. So I'm wondering, why is that? Was there a discussion in the past that says such a thing, or was this just because no one could find the time or sourcing for the years? If there was a consensus, can you link me to the exact discussion and not just say there was one? I want to be linked directly to it. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 18:47, 7 May 2012 (UTC)

Because "recurring" is actually a misnomer. They are nothing but guest spots. Only contract actors have dates listed because there is no such thing as a "recurring" contract, therefore dates are not able to be sourced with verifiable sources. It was decided on the project page a while back not to list them. Other shows may have recurring dates listed, but they are not sourced with reliable sources, and if someone challenged them, they'd probably be removed. For example, the characters of Shane Donovan and Celeste Perrault are back on the show listed as "recurring", but those are actually temporary guest spots. How do we know the difference? Answer is: there really isn't a difference. Therefore, such information cannot accurately be sourced and therefore should not be included. Rm994 (talk) 19:52, 7 May 2012 (UTC)

What about gathering information at the time of the cast member's arrival and/or returns. Often those informative sources state whether and actor is contract or recurring. Often as well there is information regarding that the actor is long term but on recurring such as how John Aniston is a long term character but simply likes being on recurring because he enjoys the time off. Yet, he is not considered a "guest character" to the show, audience nor published sources. Information should be rather easy to find and also support the years of a character. For example, Wally Kurth was not recurring during his first stint - he was on contract so that should be included. That actor was not always recurring but now he is. Regardless, sources are solid proof that these years are relevant to include. Casanova88 (talk) 20:22, 7 May 2012 (UTC)

If they're included on other pages, then I do not get why they are not included on this page. And when they're moved from "Recurring" to "Past", numbers are suddenly re-added. Either all numbers should be removed, or the numbers should be put up for recurring. None of the numbers, in reality, are sourced on cast lists. So that argument, for me, is invalid. And if you say it was discussed on the project page, link me. Or they'll be re-added. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 20:41, 7 May 2012 (UTC)

They are not included on this page because that's the way THIS page was set up. It does NOT matter what is on other pages. If you re-add them, I will delete them because that violates WP:V. This has already been discussed. All of the contract actors can be sourced if need be. The so called "recurring" ones can NOT. Rm994 (talk) 04:06, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

I've told you RM, prove to me where it was discussed or else I don't believe so. You can't sit here and control the page without proof of your claims. Prove it or I add them. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 04:15, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

I don't have to prove anything. YOU are the one that has to provide sources. This is the way it was decided it on long ago. Add them back and you will be reported for disruptive editing/threats. You are being completely uncooperative and are beginning to show violations of WP:OWN and WP:CIVIL. You REALLY need to familiarize yourself with the rules here before making threats. Rm994 (talk) 07:16, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

Yes RM you do have to prove it because I see zero discussion. If it's a matter of sourcing, I'm removing all years from all cast lists. And it wasn't a threat from me at all. There was no threat made. You perceive it in such a way, and it was not. Show me where it was decided, you keep saying it was decided and made a decision, yet you continue to prove no source or confirmation of you speculation. And trying to bring WP:OWN when you undo any edit as "unsourced speculation" on any DAYS page but not every single edit is that, shows how you're trying to own the pages. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 16:41, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

Trying to undo a decision that was made when the page was created is showing that YOU are the one with WP:OWN issues. I haven't changed ANYTHING. These rules were decided on long ago when the page was created. Now YOU are coming along trying to change everything, and accusing me of "owning", that's rich. And saying I have to "prove" something is ridiculous. I don't have to prove anything if I'm not trying to change the format which has already been decided on. If you choose to delete the years by the contract cast, that's fine. Sources can easily be provided for them. The only way to settle this issue is to reach a consensus. We should ask other editors to provide their input on whether or not the recurring years should be added, and once enough people vote against it..and they will, that will be that. I hope you realize this is not a power play on my behalf at all. It's just that "recurring" is such a misnomer. How do you know that a person is recurring? That's not able to be sourced, and WP is all about verifiability. I understand that your intentions are good, but you must be reasonable. There is no way to verify that information, and as such doesn't belong here or ANY soap opera article, that's all. Nothing personal, no offense intended. Thank you. Rm994 (talk) 19:26, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

And I'm asking, and have asked to see the proof from the discussion from when the page opened up. That's the one thing you've failed to supply that I have asked to physically read. I have seen zero discussion to which it says "No recurring years are to be stated" as a consensus. You seem to keep mentioning it, yet not showing me where it stands. That's all I'm asking for is to see the so-called consensus that was reached. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 20:01, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

I will see if I can locate it among old discussions. Might take a while, but I'm sure I can find it. I read it somewhere that it was already discussed on the project page. Obviously it was, otherwise recurring would have been added from the beginning. Like Princess Gina would say...I shall get back to you. Yes. lol Rm994 (talk) 20:26, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

LOL. Thank you. I just wanted to see what was discussed, LOL. That's all I wanted. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 21:10, 8 May 2012 (UTC)

No problem. I will see if I can locate the discussion. And if have misunderstood anything, I apologize. I know you're trying to improve the site, just like everyone here :) Rm994 (talk) 01:33, 9 May 2012 (UTC)

That is all I'm trying to do and I know it's what you're doing as well. That's all. :)) _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 01:37, 9 May 2012 (UTC)

Originally, the recurring dates were listed by the actors' names. They were removed on July 24, 2007. Now that I think about it, I remember when that happened, I was like "what?". I seem to remember reading (and I can't remember on who's talk page or where) that the recurring dates were removed because they are not able to be verified. It implicitly states on the WP:SOAPS page that the content must be sourced with reliable sources. Traditionally that applies to material likely to be challenged. My point is, that the current status of all contract players can easily be verified by sourcing NBC.com. The recurring ones however, can't be so easily verified. That's my only point here. We should not add information on this article that cannot be verified. We lose credibility that way, and people who want to argue that soap articles should be deleted gain ground that way. Now, if you insist on making the change, let us first offer it up for a consensus and see what other editors think. I will support the change IF reliable, third party sources can be found for each character. Thank you. Rm994 (talk) 06:13, 9 May 2012 (UTC)

Strange. I agree with livelikemusic and think years should be added for recurring characters. If they were to quit the show, we would move them to the prior cast members section and any years they were recurring would be mentioned there, right? I was going to add Eileen Davidson's previous characters to her section (as is done with Kristian Alfonso and Galen Gering and has been discussed and agreed should be done for actors who have portrayed multiple characters) but, don't want to as it is because it would just be too confusing without dates.Cebr1979 (talk) 03:51, 30 July 2014 (UTC)

Since there is no verifiable proof that such a consensus talk exists that would prevent dates being added to the recurring years section, I've gone ahead and added them here.Cebr1979 (talk) 15:32, 9 April 2015 (UTC)

So... is Stefano gone?

His character was "killed off" at the beginning of last month and hasn't been seen on-screen for at least a month now; is there talk that he's coming back, or does he have more scenes yet to be shown? The article still has him shown as "Exits TBA", and I think he's still listed in the show's ending credits... I'm just wondering what's going on. — Preceding unsigned comment added by Muketsu37 (talk • contribs) 18:03, 8 July 2012 (UTC)

He's off the show for storyline purposes. According to Soap Opera Digest he and Renee Jones are off the show officially. Also, please remember to sign your posts. _{MusicFreak7676} ^TALK! 18:09, 8 July 2012 (UTC)

He is still listed on the credits. He's only gone temporarily. Having him listed on the credits means he is technically still on contract with the show. Rm994 (talk) 14:49, 31 July 2012 (UTC)

Prior Cast Members?

This makes no sense. Prior cast members? Prior to what? Maybe something like "Past cast members" or "Former cast members" woulkd be more fitting.Rain the 1 13:59, 29 September 2012 (UTC)

Actors who have played more than one character

Could the cast list have an addendum that characters who have previously played more than one character, could be mentioned separately below, as their own table? This is the way the GH Cast List Page had been done, and IMO it looks quite good, and is more readable that way. How do people feel? Yoryla (talk) 21:04, 1 October 2013 (UTC)

I think that is a great idea and agree that it would look much better. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.84.121.201 (talk) 03:14, 7 October 2013 (UTC)

Edit request on 29 October 2013

Will Horton - leaves october 30, 2013 as per Soap Opera Digest 173.32.125.221 (talk) 04:49, 29 October 2013 (UTC)

Not done for now: I assume you mean Chandler Massey rather than Will Horton? Please can you give the exact page link that gives this date. The current Soap Opera citation (dated 23 August) doesn't give it. Or you might like to wait a day or two until it has happened, since 30 October is tomorrow. --Stfg (talk) 09:27, 29 October 2013 (UTC)

Nothing in SOD states he's departing Oct. 30, 2013! It just states he's departing next month (Nov.), so until another source confirms such, we are leaving!

We need to update the Cast Changes for Coming Drake Hogestyn ( John Dimera Black ) will start appearing in February-March 2014 - as per Soap Opera Digest issue November 11, 2013 - Comings and Goings

Nathan Owens ( Cameron Davis ) last appears on November 8, 2013 — Preceding unsigned comment added by 173.32.125.221 (talk) 05:15, 6 November 2013 (UTC)

Cast years

There seems to be dispute concerning cast years on the series. If a cast member has appeared consistently over the years, and only stopped for a certain amount of time, whether it be weeks or months, they should still be kept as on-going. If taken off contract in "2012" and returned in "2013", and debuted on "2001" or something, they should still be listed as "2001–" since they've appeared each year consecutively and consistently since then. If user's want break times, they should go to the casting section of said cast member and/or character page. Other soap pages are taking this into consideration and practice, as well as UK/AU soaps, so U.S. soaps should begin following such. Also, users keep ignoring the WP:YEAR guidelines. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 00:17, 29 November 2013 (UTC)

They should not be kept as on going, because they are NOT ongoing, they were taken off contract, and did miss time. It's the same we do with others who miss time. Please do not continue to change them back until a consensus is reached. This is the way they were put in, and this is the way they should stay until agreement is reached. I will contact other editors for opinion. Thank you. Rm994 (talk) 22:06, 30 November 2013 (UTC)

I agree with Livelikemusic per reasons above. There is no need to write 2013, 2014 why not 2013-14? Also, even though they were off contract they still portrayed the character consicuetively. Weater the portrayer is on contract or reccuring for this, I do not see why this should be accounted here. Also, everybody is doing that, why not follow. Plus, if we dont do it, we violate WP:YEAR guidelines.  — SoapFan12 (talk, contribs) 00:08, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

Hi. I was asked to comment on this matter. I agree with Rm994's assessment. Seeing 2001- to me would mean to me (and perhaps many other users) that an actor's run was consecutive (without any breaks). If an actor happens to leave the show and then return to the show in the same calendar year, although that is rare, there should be a listing of that in the cast member section. We had that case with Renee Jones in 2007, and then Joseph Mascolo in 2008. Neither of them "recurred" during the interim while they were gone from the show. So, for those rare cases, I think it would be best to show the actor leaving, then returning again later in the same calendar year, such as Joseph Mascolo 2001-2008, 2008- . Also, both Livelikemusic and SoapFan12 have mentioned this violating WP:YEAR guidelines. I looked at that link they provided, and see nothing on that page that says "Joseph Mascolo 2001-2008, 2008- " would be in violation of Wiki rules. Livelikemusic and SoapFan12, could either of you please direct me to the specific rule you are saying would be in violation, rather than just linking to the WP:YEAR section as you did above? Thanks! Jason47a (talk) 00:50, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

I just noticed other changes were made too. It makes it appear as though Suzanne Rogers has been on the show since 1973 continuously, when in actuality, she left the show for over a year (1984-1985) due to her medical condition. Also, the page now shows Jim Reynolds as being on the show since 1981 continuously. However, he too left the show for a year (1990-1991) to star on another soap, "Generations", and even received a Daytime Emmy nomination for his work on that show during his year away from Days. Those are just two more reasons that the page should be re-stored to how it was, with the dates showing any breaks during an actor's tenure on the show. Jason47a (talk) 00:59, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

Shed has appeared consecutively every year since joining the series. If people wish to know if/when she left the series, they can go to her page. All other soap pages and character pages are taking this into consideration. DAYS cast page is always lagging due to users not wishing to adapt to change and make the page more current. It's why people are so quick to delete cast pages and anything soap related. And they should stay as I put them because that's when discussion was opened. Plus, RM and Jason, your edits keep defying WP:YEAR in cases, too. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 14:31, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

Hi again. I had asked above if you could tell me exactly what rules are being defied on the WP:YEAR page? You linked me to the overall section again, I re-read the section, and I do not see what is in violation if we list the breaks in the actors' tenure (since it is not consecutive tenure, by definition of consecutively). So, again, I will ask...instead of saying that it is violation of WP:YEAR and just linking us to that page, can you tell me exactly what rule(s) you are talking about on that linked page that are in violation? Also, you seem to be using the word "consecutively" wrong. As this link of the "Wikitionary" states, http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/consecutively, "Consecutively" means "In a consecutive manner; without interruption." Which is the point that Rm994 and myself were making earlier....Suzanne Rogers, for example, has not been on "Days" consecutively (aka "without interruption") since 1973. She left for over a year when she got sick in 1984. As I asked yesterday, if you or SoapFan12 could point me to the exact rules you are saying are in violation at the WP:YEAR link, I'd be happy to see what you are talking about. Please do not just answer back by providing a general link to that paga again though...we are past that part of the conversation...what exact rules on that page are you saying are in violation?? Thanks! Jason47a (talk) 20:05, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

I agree with Livelikemusic. Me, personally, I find it cluttering to say, for example, Suzanne Rogers has been on the show since 1973 but left from 1984–85 for whatever reason, and then list "1973–84, 1985–" (or whatever; I'm not versed with Days). The character has appeared every year since 1973, therefore, we list "1973–". A reader can simply visit the character's page where it will be explained that she left from 1984–85 temporarily. For example, on Ronan Malloy, the character debuted in June 2010, left in February 2011, returned in August 2011, left again in February 2012, returned in June 2012 and left yet again November 2012. Instead of listing "2010–11, 2011–12, 2012" (which I find cluttering), we can just list "2010–12" because the character appeared every year between those periods. The specifics of his or her duration can be explained in the article. Creativity97 20:13, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

You both are reverting edits that defy WP:YEAR so you are putting up edits that are like "2008-2009, 2010–" when it should be if anything "2008–09, 2010–". That's what I am referring to when I say you guys are not following the YEAR page. Never did I say that anything other than that violated that page. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 20:14, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

Hi Livelikemusic. You mean that's all you are talking about when referring to myself violating WP:YEAR, just that reverted edits say 2008-2009, instead of 2008-09?? I wouldn't even notice that difference, but if that's what you mean, then, that's fine. It's not me who put in those dates originally, so I wouldn't have thought to change that. I usually just revert vandalism stuff, or take someone off the cast list when they leave the show. I don't ever remember putting a date range in, and if I did, I probably just followed how the rest of the page was. I'll be certain to use the "2008-09" instead of "2008-2009" from now on. Thanks!! As for you, Creativity97, you said it right...that's how you feel "personally", which as we've learned on Wiki doesn't come into consideration at all...doesn't matter how we feel personally. I personally would do the dates like 2008-2009 (since that's my preference), but if Livelikemusic has found the rule that says it should be 2008-09, then that's the way it is. I don't find it cluttering to list breaks in actor's tenures, and since I have not been pointed to a rule that says breaks in tenure are not allowed (and since that's how it's always been on this page until very recently), I think the point of this conversation is to see what the Wiki rule is. For the time being, the page should be how it was (with breaks in tenure listed), until a consensus is reached...I think that's how Wiki works (I'm not a Wiki expert though) Jason47a (talk) 20:24, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

I just checked, and all the other three current soaps have tenure breaks listed. On "The Bold and the Beautiful", it has Joanna Johnson 2011, 2012- listed. "The Young and the Restless" has Tracey Bregman 2000, 2001- and Christel Khalil 2005, 2006- listed and "General Hospital" has Kristina Wagner 2003, 2004-05 listed. So, in actuality, of the four current soaps on the air, "Days" is the only one NOT listing tenure breaks. Even former soaps, such as All My Children and One Life to Live list the tenure breaks. Since all the other soap pages have tenure breaks listed, then I think Days should too. Why should this be the only soap page that is different from the other three current soaps?? Jason47a (talk) 20:40, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

Looking over the current cast page, I see that all this conversation is basically over just three people. Joseph Mascolo left in early 1983 and returned a year later in 1984. And as previously mentioned, Suzanne Rogers was totally gone from the show for a year due to her medical condition (1984-1985) and Jim Reynolds left for a year to star on another show, Generations, from 1990-1991. Since we are just talking about those three people, and since all the other soap pages as mentioned in my post above list tenure breaks, those three people should at least be maintained as tenure breaks until a consensus is reached. As for the brief breaks for when Caroline, Maggie & Roman were killed off, they all did remain as ghosts off and on until they returned back on contract between 2003-04, so those breaks don't necessarily have to be listed if the consensus thinks they should not be. Jason47a (talk) 20:48, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

I think they should be listed, because they were technically absent from the show and off contract. It's not cluttering to do it that way. And Jason47 is right. Personal opinion is not how this site operates. Controversial edits should be discussed here, and the rules do not say anything at all about not having the breaks listed. Have the year edited is of minor consequence, and can certainly be fixed to keep up with guidelines, but the tenure breaks should definitely be listed. They CAN be verified. Saying that Suzanne Rogers was on the show continuously from 1973- is false. Shouldn't we want this to be as accurate as possible? Rm994 (talk) 16:51, 2 December 2013 (UTC)

As of now, we need to reach consensus or a majority vote on how this should be done. We can't just keep battling it over. The site runs on consensus and majority rule, not by what "XY" users want and what "AB" users want. And it's not saying she's been on continuously, it's saying she's been on every year since 1973. If they want to see if the actress and/or character did break, then they can go to the character page and look at the casting section and/or storyline section. Ended soaps haven't been touched yet, and OLTL is in a battle of its own. It's even suggested to be done on that page by another user. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 22:25, 2 December 2013 (UTC)

I would suggest starting a discussion at WP:SOAPS so more users can voice their opinions. Creativity97 22:46, 2 December 2013 (UTC)

I'm not sure what to state on this matter. I lean toward not naming all the years, though. Wish that I could be more help. Flyer22 (talk) 23:36, 2 December 2013 (UTC)

I disagree with Livelikemusic's assessment. I think if you ask an average person (say someone who has never seen Days of Our Lives and they were to look at Suzanne Rogers 1973-present), I think an average person would assume that the person had been on the show continuously since 1973, with no breaks (not that the actress had put in an appearance every year since 1973). And Wikipedia is supposed to be an encyclopedia for the average person. To me, it makes sense to have as much correct information as possible about each topic on Wikipedia. Speaking of tenure breaks, it reminded me of Billy Martin, the late New York Yankees manager who was fired and replaced and re-hired many years. And, I just checked that page, and it says what I thought it would say "Billy Martin, 1975-78, 1979" since he had a break as manager, and wasn't the manager continuously. And, as expected, that break in tenure is listed as 1975-78, 1979 (and not 1975-79). Just another example of a different Wikipedia article (and topic) showing a tenure break. And as already addressed above, all of the other most recent soaps (GH, BB, YR, OLTL, AMC) all show tenure breaks. Why should Days be the only soap not to do what all the other soap pages on Wikipedia do...and show the tenure breaks? I think Wikipedia should be as consistent as possible with all its topics. Please leave your opinions below!! Jason47a (talk) 00:52, 3 December 2013 (UTC)

Oh, I see in the past day that Livelikemusic took it upon himself to make all the changes to GH, BB and YR and remove those specific instances where there were tenure breaks, without waiting for a consensus to be made. As Livelikemusic likes to point out, things aren't supposed to be the way one person wants, yet he seems to have taken it upon himself and changed ALL of the soap pages (GH, YR, BB and Days...of which I reverted Days to how it was pending a majority vote) to the way he wants, without waiting for that "majority vote" he himself just mentioned above. You can't have it both ways, Livelikemusic. You say just above "The site runs on consensus and majority rule, not by what "XY" users want", yet you totally just did that....you went and changed EVERY mention of tenure break on all four soap pages. Please wait for the outcome of the vote before imposing your personal wants on Wikipedia. Jason47a (talk) 01:02, 3 December 2013 (UTC)

Those were because those pages had taken into consideration the changes being made to cast lists. That's why I did it. Not to prove my own personal belief. Those pages had already taken effect of the changes, and those few cast members hadn't. I think the whole soap community needs to be involved, because right now it seems like Group 1 VS. Group 2. And we cannot assume about the "average person". livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 02:26, 3 December 2013 (UTC)

New discussion can be found here instead as I opened it to all soap editors for all soaps. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 02:34, 3 December 2013 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 6 May 2014

Blake berris / nick fallon announcement today 050614 he's leaving the show too. 110.149.150.125 (talk) 01:34, 6 May 2014 (UTC)

Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. Mz7 (talk) 02:30, 6 May 2014 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 3 September 2014

{{edit semi-protected|List of Days of Our Lives cast members}} SOMEONE MAKE UP PROFILES FOR THE DAYS OF OUR LIVES CHARACTERS ! THANKS :) Jonnyxo (talk) 01:08, 3 September 2014 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 21 March 2015

Someone Need To Make Pages For Cylde Weston, Serena Mason, Aidan Jennings And More Days Of Our Lives Cast Jonnyxo 12 (talk) 21:11, 21 March 2015 (UTC)

 Not done This isn't the right place for this request. For help on creating a new article, see WP:YFA, and/or ask at the Teahouse. You can also request that an article be created at WP:Requested articles. --I am k6ka ^{Talk to me!} _{See what I have done} 02:04, 22 March 2015 (UTC)

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Recurring Years

This has been discussed before, but we have some editors wanting to add recurring years to the cast list. My questions is, how do you verify it? What constitutes recurring? How does that pass WP:V? Recurring is actually a misnomer in that those are technically just guest spots. For example, Jadon Wells is still listed as recurring, when it is known that Joey Johnson has been SORASed and is going to debut soon. How does one know Jadon is recurring? Years aren't verifiable, even by watching the show, so why even bother adding them? Comments, please, before disruptively adding unsourced material. Rm994 (talk) 18:47, 9 April 2015 (UTC)

There is already a talk about this here (with other info here). We don't need two of them. Please re-direct to the first conversation.Cebr1979 (talk) 19:10, 9 April 2015 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 22 April 2015

Joey Tribbiani AS Dr. Drake Ramoray 212.250.163.253 (talk) 12:10, 22 April 2015 (UTC)

Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format. — {{U|Technical 13}} (e • t • c) 14:09, 22 April 2015 (UTC)

This page has become a mess lately!

Is it not possible to have it permanently protected so only confirmed users can edit it? Just looking at the first page of edit history for this page gives me a headache! All these random IPs need to go!Cebr1979 (talk) 00:49, 5 June 2015 (UTC)

I agree; you guys semi-protected it, but that is not stopping the on-going vandalism to the page. Can we permanently protect the page to forgo these kind of edits further? It is disruptive and counterproductive to what Wikipedia is about. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 01:04, 5 June 2015 (UTC)

Current vs previous

There seems to be an on-going revert-without-discussion going on right now concerning the order of roles. While I understand the thought process of putting the current role first, if it was not the actor's first role then it should not be listed first. It should be listed in chronological order with which role the actor portrayed first. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 13:30, 17 June 2015 (UTC)

Uh, why? There is nothing that says lists on Wikipedia in general, or this one specifically, have to be in "chronological" order. This isn't worth edit warring over, but it makes no sense to me to list, for example, some minor role John Aniston did decades ago before his current long-running role – if anything, I think the current way has the potential to confuse (skim-reading) readers of the page... --IJBall (contribs • talk) 13:44, 17 June 2015 (UTC)

If this were a character list, I would agree. But it is a cast list and in order, Aniston was cast as the minor role prior to his casting as Victor Kiriakis. livelikemusic ^{my talk page!} 13:55, 17 June 2015 (UTC)

Again, not going to change it. But I don't agree... --IJBall (contribs • talk) 14:19, 17 June 2015 (UTC)

I agree that characters should go in chronological order.Cebr1979 (talk) 18:04, 17 June 2015 (UTC)

Daniel Cosgrove

Daniel Cosgrove has been confirmed to be returning as Aiden Jennings by Soap Opera Digest back in February and confirmed by Jason47 as well. Jason47 confirms often times before otehr places about returns and such and always gives hints.

I have links to confirmation of Cosgrove returning as Aiden. I do not want to update the page since every time I update it with vailid sorces, I get a warning for some reason.

• SoapShows mentioning the SOD article
• SOD magazine cover with a preview as well.
• Inquisitr mentioning it.

Now if this isn't good enough, then I don't know. Do as you wish with it. - SJJM4EVER (talk) 05:53, 23 April 2016 (UTC)

It should be mentioned that Soap Shows, Inquisitr and Jason47 are not reliable sources, and they should not be used. That being said, the May 9, 2016, issue of Soap Opera Digest did confirm Cosgrove's return as Aiden Jennings, and it was cited within the article. livelikemusic talk! 12:30, 30 April 2016 (UTC)

Thank you. I knew SOD was 100% reliable but thought I'd put it across you first. I am pretty sure he returns sometime in May but I can't confirm. Again thanks for looking into it and I will message you anytime I find something that may be reliable. - SJJM4EVER (talk) 12:54, 30 April 2016 (UTC)

Aiden Jennings Update

Since I see that She Knows is reliable as a lot of things link to it as sources on the article, they state that Aiden returns May 9th.

• Soaps.com spoilers

Would you rather wait for another source? Or do spoiler sections not count?- SJJM4EVER (talk) 13:41, 30 April 2016 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 10 August 2016

<ref</ref> https://twitter.com/ConnorWeil/status/726139218695720960 Please remove Connor Weil from the Recurring Cast list because he left the show according to his tweet from April 29,2016 (71.223.108.18 (talk) 21:02, 10 August 2016 (UTC))

(71.223.108.18 (talk) 03:56, 11 August 2016 (UTC))

 Not done Twiiter is not accept as a source, per social media policies. livelikemusic talk! 12:55, 11 August 2016 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 25 August 2016

Remove Siena Goines from the Recurring Cast list,it says her last airdate was June 16,2016Soaps.sheknows.com/days-of-our-lives/comings-andgoings?pg=3 71.35.44.102 (talk) 02:14, 25 August 2016 (UTC) --71.35.44.102 (talk) 02:20, 25 August 2016 (UTC)

Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. Please provide more sources for this. I attempted to confirm through other sources and did not find any confirmed departure from the show. -- Dane2007 ^talk 02:38, 27 August 2016 (UTC)

Refs issue

Who keeps using {{noitalic}} in this article's refs' 'work'/'website' parameters?! There is no justification for doing that, and this practice needs to stop. --IJBall (contribs • talk) 19:14, 30 August 2016 (UTC)

Ciara Brady Recast

According to several websites, Vivian Jovanni was fired as Ciara Brady, in which a recast is in the works. Changes will be seen on DOOL in 2017. http://daytimeroyaltyonline.com/topic/11009710/1/; http://www.celebdirtylaundry.com/2016/days-of-our-lives-spoilers-vivian-jovanni-fired-as-ciara-recast-on-the-way/

Online message boards are not valid sources; nor is CDL. As it is, as well, Tim is not a head writer for the soap. Not to mention, that first URL is for an RPG-fan written Days of Our Lives. livelikemusic talk! 03:05, 15 December 2016 (UTC)

Told you Vivian was fired...thanks to whom ever posted the departure on the article, along with the information/interview from Serial Scoop. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 184.91.147.71 (talk) 14:15, 22 December 2016 (UTC)

Being told is one thing, but to post unconfirmed gossip, from unreliable sources, is not what Wikipedia is about. Plus, there are no plans to recast. livelikemusic talk! 17:34, 23 December 2016 (UTC)

The profound question is who decides which media outlets are reliable and which are not? For instance, major national and international media outlets have reported erroneous stories whereas tabloid media outlets have reported accurate stories. Reliability in journalism, no matter the outlet, is always biased and speculative. Thus, each reader needs to formulate their own ideas and complete their own research, in order to find the actual truth. A few media outlets reported Vivian’s departure back in early to mid-November, some more media outlets picked up on the story in late November to early December, and most recently “reliable” media outlets finally picked up on the story. This is why the talk page was used and not an immediate edit to the article, in order to put individuals on notice of earlier reports of Vivian’s departure. Instead of blasting someone for reporting, one could have stated we should wait to edit the article until further media outlets confirm the speculation, in order to have a majority media outlet consensus. Nonetheless, Happy Holidays! — Preceding unsigned comment added by 184.91.147.71 (talk) 19:17, 23 December 2016 (UTC)

Daytime Royalty is a fan-run message board, not a notable publisher of media and news; Celeb Dirty Laundry is a known gossip-site, like TMZ, which is not acceptable for reliability on Wikipedia. Plus, Wikipedia does not speculate, and relies on reliable sources, to maintain its integrity. And, if by your own words, then your edits of Miss Jovanni's page should not have been made. Plus, citing a fan-run fictional base of the soap as a means for casting, as well, is not acceptable. Wikipedia is not a message board. Either way, reliable sources (which are approved and preferred by Wikipedia) have been cited. Also, please make sure to sign your post with ~~~~, thanks! livelikemusic talk! 19:22, 23 December 2016 (UTC)

I just wanted to say the statement [paraphrasing] "Wikipedia attempts to maintain its integrity by using reliable sources." is pretty hilarious. Every professor I have come across beat into our heads that Wikipedia has not, is not, and never will be a reliable source, due to anyone being able to edit. Dominic.85 (talk) 20:34, 28 December 2016 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 10 July 2018

DaniloDaysOfOurLives (talk) 19:11, 10 July 2018 (UTC)

I would like to make some changes as some of the information is incorrect or inconstistant

 Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format and provide a reliable source if appropriate. --Danski454 (talk) 19:17, 10 July 2018 (UTC)

I would like to remove Andre/Tony from the cast section as they have left the show. — Preceding unsigned comment added by DaniloDaysOfOurLives (talk • contribs) 09:48, 11 July 2018 (UTC)

 Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. Also, do you want to change André DiMera's duration from 2015- to 2015-2018? --Danski454 (talk) 12:35, 11 July 2018 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 7 November 2018

Please correct Typo of Thia Megia (currently reads Thia Meglia) as listed under Debut as Haley - refer to source 6 as proof of spelling 65.200.165.115 (talk) 16:35, 7 November 2018 (UTC)

 Done –Deacon Vorbis (carbon • videos) 16:41, 7 November 2018 (UTC)

Move discussion in progress

There is a move discussion in progress on Talk:All My Children cast members which affects this page. Please participate on that page and not in this talk page section. Thank you. —RMCD bot 20:47, 1 December 2018 (UTC)

Question..

Moved from User talk:IJBall § Question..

 – --IJBall (contribs • talk) 01:23, 30 August 2019 (UTC)

Was this edit summary really necessary? Surely, if you had a problem and felt that strongly about it, you would've ask politely about it or bringing it up on a specific talk page (user or topic), instead of calling it "idiotic," especially since MOS:DATERANGE does specifically state, and I quote: Two-digit ending years (1881–82, but never 1881–882 or 1881–2) may be used in any of the following cases: (1) two consecutive years; (2) infoboxes and tables where space is limited (using a single format consistently in any given table column); and (3) in certain topic areas if there is a very good reason, such as matching the established convention of reliable sources., so clearly, condensed years are allowed, and no one is trying to be "special," etc. If anything, there are those of us attempting to streamline things to follow other WikiProjects and manuals of style. livelikemusic talk! 01:03, 30 August 2019 (UTC)

@Livelikemusic: Yes, they are "allowed", but that doesn't mean they should be used without good reason. In the case of this article, there is no good reason not to fully follow MOS:DATERANGE. There is no real "spacing issue" in these tables – 1) most of the entries already "rowspan" to a width of greater than one line, so that's not an issue; 2) the tables are arbitrarily restricted to "50% width" (for purely stylistic reasons, I assume), so if spacing were a real issue, the tables could simply be "let out" to 75% or even 100% width.

And, yes, having a mix of two-digit and four-digit dateranges, a la "1983–87, 1990, 1994–" in one row, and then "1998–2001, 2012, 2017–19 " in the next row, is absolutely ridiculous IMO – not only does it not follow the main format of MOS:DATERANGE, but it also looks horrible. Again, there is no reason to not follow MOS:DATERANGE here.

Finally, to be clear, even with this change, these tables still aren't properly following MOS:DATERANGE – "2010–" is wrong (it should be "2010–present"), and "2019–" is actually doubly wrong (it should simply be "2019" until it's 2020 when it would become "2019–present"). I've left this issue alone for a long time now, even though it doesn't follow the MOS, because taking on all of the soap editing group over this isn't a battle worth fighting.

But the 4-digit date-range MOS thing is worth following, and just "because the soap group has done it this way for years" isn't a justification.

P.S. Yes, I lost my temper in that edit summary, because you tried to "backdoor" the bad date formatting at this article for no really decent reason, and you did it a way in which I wouldn't be aware of it if I hadn't checked... --IJBall (contribs • talk) 01:23, 30 August 2019 (UTC)

Trust me, re-2019– as this is something I've been against, however, it seems to be a bigger issue throughout Wikipedia, and not a target of soap-related articles, so to accuse it of being such is a bit off-centre. Unfortunately, some editors (predominately non-registered) have a real fan point-of-view about them, or a Wikia sense about them, and it's simply too much to overcome; as you've said, taking on some of the other soap editors (both registered and anonymous) is not worth it. On an off-note, anonymous editors are still violating terms of other aspects of the soap project and Wikipedia's overriding MOS. As for 2010–present Vs 2010–, I was always lead to believe that – represents "to present" in its use; if that's wrong, then whoopsie, was misinformed years ago. Also, if we're following the MOS, it would be the "four-digital date-range," since per MOS, numbers nine and under a written in full syntax. ;-) (Sorry, that's my dry humour coming out)

As for your "P.S," I did not try to "backdoor" anything, nor was I trying to accomplish anything by making you specifically unaware of it. That's laces on me acting in a personal manner, and that's simply not it at all. livelikemusic talk! 04:01, 30 August 2019 (UTC)

Yep, it's supposed to be "2010–present" – as per MOS:DATERANGE: For ranges "to present", constructions such as 1982–present (with unspaced ndash), January 1, 2011 – present (spaced ndash), or January 2011 – present (spaced ndash) may be used, but other constructions may be more appropriate in prose (see § Statements likely to become outdated). In tables and infoboxes where space is limited, pres. may be used (1982–pres.). Do not use incomplete-looking constructions such as 1982– and 1982–... So, for these tables, "2010–pres." would be acceptable over "2010–present"... --IJBall (contribs • talk) 05:51, 30 August 2019 (UTC)

@IJBall: I updated the page with –present and removed the – from those who have debuted in 2019 to meet Wikipedia's manual of style. livelikemusic talk! 13:10, 3 September 2019 (UTC)

Cool! I don't have this page watchlisted, but I'll try to have your back, esp. on the "2019–" thing. --IJBall (contribs • talk) 13:12, 3 September 2019 (UTC)

@IJBall: Thank you! I'm updating the other three American soap pages — and I know one, in particular, is going to prove difficult to keep the changes — as every single change that's been made has been fought! And then I'm going to reach out to a prominent UK and Australian soap opera to alert them about it, as those pages should be updated, as well. livelikemusic talk! 13:20, 3 September 2019 (UTC)

@IJBall: The 2019–present might become a problem... just a heads up! livelikemusic talk! 12:44, 14 October 2019 (UTC)

Looks to be a bigger problem at List of General Hospital cast members than here. But, yeah – this is going to be a continual issue, because lots of people don't understand dateranges, and think that "2019–present" is acceptable, when it's not. --IJBall (contribs • talk) 12:49, 14 October 2019 (UTC)

@IJBall: Yeah, it's been an on-going issue, because some are choosing to WP:IGNORE. I know UK/Australian editors are going to continue doing that, despite my pointing it out the date ranges to them. Just thought I'd point it out here, because I don't want my removing –present to result in a potential incident report. livelikemusic talk! 12:58, 14 October 2019 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 10 April 2020

I wanna change, please!!! JJonathan1989 (talk) 14:12, 10 April 2020 (UTC)

 Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format and provide a reliable source if appropriate. aboideau^talk 14:16, 10 April 2020 (UTC)

@Aboideau: Ignore them. They're just here to vandalize, as they've done via multiple IP addresses for the past few years. livelikemusic talk! 17:25, 10 April 2020 (UTC)

Chanel Dupree Recast

Several outlets are stating Precious Way is out as Chanel and Raven Bowens is in.

https://soaps.sheknows.com/days-of-our-lives/comings-and-goings/601904/days-of-our-lives-chanel-recast-raven-bowens-replaces-precious-way/

Semi-protected edit request on 20 December 2021

The character "Tripp Dalton" (portrayed by Lucas Adams), changed his name in 2021 to "Tripp Johnson." 2603:8001:6301:9400:30A2:84A7:CCE4:14C7 (talk) 03:04, 20 December 2021 (UTC)

Hey! Whilst I would like to change it, I think that we still have to follow WP:Common Name... but in a few years or sooner, Tripp Johnson might become his more popular name and then we can replace it. I am sorry I couldnt help :( DaniloDaysOfOurLives (talk) 03:20, 20 December 2021 (UTC)

Six-month "rule?"

Where did this so-called six-month rule come into play for removing cast members? Was there a discussion that qualifies the removal of Marla Gibbs and Vanessa A. Williams? And are there sources supporting their exits? livelikemusic (TALK!) 17:26, 10 March 2022 (UTC)

You sending me a bogus warning for reverting you when you broke the table formatting is extremely bad faith. You are also edit warring yourself. United States Man (talk) 17:28, 10 March 2022 (UTC)

The removal of "|" was a typing error — which is a human error, however, reverting the rest of the edit was not an error. However, your continued editing on this past within the past day or so, shows you've been engaged in an edit-war with multiple editors, instead of taking claims to the talk page, which I have done for a discussion to take place. livelikemusic (TALK!) 17:31, 10 March 2022 (UTC)

This is a relatively minor issue, so I’m not worried with fighting the page czars. Good day. United States Man (talk) 17:33, 10 March 2022 (UTC)

Adding "Since" to current year

It has been suggested to add "since" to the current year so that readers will know that performers are still on the show. Previously YEAR-present had been suggested, but removed. "Since YEAR" has been proposed as a change. What do other editors think? Rm994 (talk) 01:13, 5 November 2022 (UTC)

Surname

Please be advised Slone and Colin surname is spelled as Peterson and not in its current erroneously spelled form as Petersen. Kindly correct! 2603:9001:3601:AB50:562:EBCD:975A:2732 (talk) 10:20, 30 April 2023 (UTC)

Do you have a source for this? Because most sources in this subject spell their name as "Petersen". DaniloDaysOfOurLives (talk) 13:14, 30 April 2023 (UTC)

Update Cast

Please be advised Comings and Goings are not being updated. Add Peter Porte as Kyle Graham/Dimitri von Leuschner whom was already in the Beyond Salem in 2021 and now in Days Of Out Lives in 2023. 2603:9001:3601:AB50:381D:D981:F66F:D539 (talk) 10:33, 11 May 2023 (UTC)

He's been added DaniloDaysOfOurLives (talk) 01:44, 12 May 2023 (UTC)

Days of Our Lives cast categories incorrect

In the Days of Our Lives cast listing, according to the credits of the last show, four actors on contract are listed incorrectly as recurring: Lucas Adams, Victoria Grace, Greg Rikaart, and Greg Vaughan. Also, Bryan Dattilo is recurring and listed incorrectly as on contract. 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:E578:4DFF:1727:CF18 (talk) 22:13, 15 December 2023 (UTC)

 Not done: Please provide a reliable, third-party source for this information. The end credits are not reliable. livelikemusic (TALK!) 14:58, 16 December 2023 (UTC)

http://www.jason47.com/days/2023episodes.html

http://www.jason47.com/days/2022episodes.html 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:58B2:E171:7867:EE82 (talk) 18:05, 22 December 2023 (UTC)

 Not done: Jason47 is not considered a reliable source, per Wikipedia practices. livelikemusic (TALK!) 18:08, 22 December 2023 (UTC)

1-32 are contract players: https://www.imdb.com/list/ls567140829/ 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:58B2:E171:7867:EE82 (talk) 21:53, 22 December 2023 (UTC)

 Not done: IMDb is not considered a reliable source, per WP:IMDb, as it is user-generated content. And that list, as well, is user-generated, proving the point of the consensus deeming the use of IMDb as a source invalid. livelikemusic (TALK!) 22:02, 22 December 2023 (UTC)

So the Wikapedia cast listing for Days of Our Lives will remain inaccurate. 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:6D52:4C03:25FF:442A (talk) 01:41, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Here at 41:58 is proof that Greg Rikaart is on contract at DOL and not a recurring player as listed incorrectly on wikapedia:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBiTO9t36Ic 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:B1EA:6166:ACB:A844 (talk) 17:58, 31 January 2024 (UTC)

By on contract I mean a regular not a recurring performer. 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:B1EA:6166:ACB:A844 (talk) 18:00, 31 January 2024 (UTC)

I'm not exactly sure if this can be used as this will probably fall under WP:YOUTUBE. I'll ping @Livelikemusic and see what he has to say. Kcj5062 (talk) 13:52, 6 February 2024 (UTC)

It teters a line that I am unsure we should cross, honestly. Because, realistically, any actor could state they're on regular status, which is why we rely on third-party sources to verify information. livelikemusic (TALK!) 15:15, 6 February 2024 (UTC)

Greg has been on DOL twice a week over the last two years. Recurring characters are not on that often. Also, PR people from the show watch these interviews. He was certainly forthcoming about everything else. 2603:7000:CF0:6C10:8CF3:5D45:9079:8EEC (talk) 22:33, 12 February 2024 (UTC)

Bill Hayes

@Livelikemusic I'm not sure if this is considered reliable by Wikipedia standards, but according to this[1] he filmed his final scenes in November of last year. Meaning his final scenes will be in either May or June. Kcj5062 (talk) 02:57, 15 January 2024 (UTC)

EDIT: Okay now here's a Variety article that mentions he'll still appearing in episodes until July.[2] That TheWrap article probably meant the December episodes were the last episodes he appeared in before he passed.

Greg Vaughn

@Livelikemusic Any particular reason why you reverted my edit regarding Greg Vaughn being on contract? I included a source for it. Was it not reliable? If that's the case, you may have wanted to mention that in the edit summary. Kcj5062 (talk) 02:15, 17 January 2024 (UTC)

An edit summary was meant to go in, but stupid fingers slipped and published before I could mention the source included is, in fact, unreliable. Also, I suggest refraining from the use of word "contract". It should be series regular, recurring and / or guest. livelikemusic (TALK!) 02:22, 17 January 2024 (UTC)

Tate Black Recast

Various sources are reporting Leo Howard will be taking over the role of Tate Black as of April 5, due to Jamie Martin Mann attending university full time. 2603:9001:3601:AB50:28F9:C693:8341:BA28 (talk) 20:21, 30 March 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 5 April 2024

Please change Victoria Grace from Recurring to Series Regular. She has been a Series Regular since 2022 and is currently one as well. This can be verified by watching the credits. Victoria Grace has ONLY been a Series Regular and never a Recurring cast member. Her Agents at Independent Talent Group can verify this as well. Mgelfand7 (talk) 23:58, 5 April 2024 (UTC)

 Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. M.Bitton (talk) 00:27, 6 April 2024 (UTC)

Victoria Grace and Lucas Adams are not on the show. https://soaps.sheknows.com/days-of-our-lives/comings-and-goings/727640/is-lucas-adams-tripp-leaving-victoria-grace-wendy/ 2603:7000:C00:B93:B8C0:2D8E:CBE0:6F39 (talk) 12:49, 3 August 2024 (UTC)

The cast list of DOL needs serious updating.

Blake Berris and Bryan Dattilo are no longer on Days of Our Lives: https://www.soapcentral.com/days-of-our-lives/news/2024/0801-days-of-our-lives-comings-and-goings-blake-berris-exits-the-salem-scene-again.php https://soapoperadaily.com/days-of-our-lives-comings-and-goings-bryan-dattilo-exits/. Bill Hayes past away and is no longer on DOL: https://tvline.com/recaps/days-of-our-lives-bill-hayes-final-episode-doug-julie-video-1235280670/. Also, there are five new recurring characters: the three Greenes at https://www.soapoperaspy.com/2024/dool-spoilers-the-greene-family-secret-mystery-where-are-their-parents/, Sophie at https://soapoperanews.net/2024/04/19/madelyn-kientz-joins-days-of-our-lives/, and Xander's mother at https://www.tvinsider.com/1144421/days-of-our-lives-serena-scott-thomas-fiona-cook-xander-mother/. Finally, Greg Rikkart is a regular (not recurring), and Stacy Haiduk is recurring (not a regular). You can verify this with the producers of the show. 2603:7000:C00:B93:140E:6640:EF74:32A6 (talk) 02:00, 3 August 2024 (UTC)

Soap Opera Spa and Soap Opera News are not reliable sources. Plus, producers are not acceptable sources, nor do I think they give a flying fuck about Wikipedia pages. Your continued need to post on these talk pages like they're forum boards is not what they're used for, either. livelikemusic (TALK!) 14:48, 4 August 2024 (UTC)

What about an interview with Soap Opera Digest? This article in particular is an interview with Lucas Adams where he talks about his exit.[3] Kcj5062 (talk) 10:21, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

That is from 2022, and he's appeared since then. And congratulations on proving yourself a sock-puppet, as well. livelikemusic (TALK!) 03:35, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

@Livelikemusic

Really? You're accusing me of being a sock puppet just for simply asking if a source was reliable? Yeah good luck on being able to prove that. Lol. Kcj5062 (talk) 04:16, 23 August 2024 (UTC)