NEWS: B&B's New Studio, Forgotten New Deal Soap, Greg Vaughan, Nazneen Contractor

Brad Bell Promises ‘New Era’ for The Bold and the Beautiful After Studio Move
Bell says that "we'll see more fashion shows, but we’ll see more [of] a steady diet of fashion… we’ll see more interaction between the designers and models, more [glimpses] backstage and how it’s all made." B&B relocated 2.5 miles northeast to Sunset Las Palmas Studios. Filming at the new location is scheduled began on Monday, after the show returned from summer hiatus.

The Forgotten Soap Opera That Took on the New Deal
In December 1934, The American Family Robinson came to the radio airwaves. The new show, like many of its competitors, featured a combination of mystery, family life, romance, drama, adventure, comedy, and intrigue. But it also had something unique to offer. Unlike other radio soap operas, The American Family Robinson openly celebrated free markets, private property, and self-reliance.

The American Family Robinson was part of a strategy by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) to sway public opinion against the New Deal. Acting through a front group, the National Industrial Council, industry interests created a radio soap opera weaving together entertainment, promotion of entrepreneurship, and opposition to big government.

Soap opera star Greg Vaughan says ‘proud doesn’t even begin to cover it’ as son starts at University of Alabama
“From California skies to Carolina tides, with Texas grit and a touch of European roots—every memory and mile we’ve shared has led you here,” said Vaughan, whose soap roles include Eric Brady on Days of our Lives. “Now a freshman at the University of Alabama, stepping into dorm life, roommates, and fraternity brotherhood… maybe even an extra freshman 15lbs.”

General Hospital’s Nazneen Contractor Says Justine Is Seeing ‘A Different Side’ of Sonny
"Working with Maurice is great," declared Contractor, who plays Assistant District Attorney Justine Turner. "He is very present, and I don’t really know what he’s going to do, so it really forces me to be extremely open and very in the moment. I love that. And they certainly seem to be tying our storylines together. I like the sort of cat-and-mouse aspect of it. "