Soap operas have riveted American audiences for generations. These daytime dramas are famous for their long-running storylines, epic love affairs and the occasional evil twin. And while the genre is ...

Beyond the Gates represents the first hour-long Black daytime soap opera to debut on a major network, signaling a transformative moment for representation in television. Set to premiere February 24 on ...

There are key comebacks, surprise cameo appearances and more on soap operas.

In February, the first new soap opera on broadcast TV in a quarter-century (and the first Black soap opera in 35 years) will launch on CBS. Set in a gated community in a Maryland suburb, “Beyond the ...

Soap operas are the foundation of American television storytelling — and their roots sprouted right here in Chicago. From its early radio days in the 1930s to streaming today, soaps have endured by ...

Tamara Tunie is perched on the edge of her dressing room’s settee, one (expertly shaped) eyebrow cocked. Gold brushstrokes ornament her flowing black tunic; her hair is gathered in jumbo rollers, like ...

The first thing viewers of “Beyond the Gates” see is a black Mercedes gliding past manicured lawns and stately estates. The sedan pulls up at an elegant country club and the valets come out. The ...

Soap opera fans are some of the most dedicated viewers in the entertainment industry. Yet, finding reliable, ad-free sources for daily spoilers and exclusive interviews can sometimes feel like an ...