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Great news for DAYS fans! NBC has renewed the long-running daytime soap opera for the 2010-2011 season, which means it will remain on the air for at least another 18 months. Marc Graboff, Chairman of NBC Entertainment and Universal Media Studios, made the announcement today, on March 19.

"'Days of our Lives' continues to be a favorite of the daytime audience and we are thrilled to keep it going through its 45th season. DAYS has shown year-to-year increases in key female demographics and remains both relevant and fresh creatively," said Graboff in a press release.

As fans recall in the latter part of 2008, DAYS was renewed until September 2010, and NBC indicated that it could possibly remain on the network for an additional year if certain parameters, or budget cuts were met. Soon afterwards, the shocking news was released that two of the highest paid stars, Deidre Hall and Drake Hogestyn (Marlena and John) were let go, to the dismay of many fans. Steve and Kayla fans were also saddened when their talented portrayers, Stephen Nichols and Mary Beth Evans, were also let go from the show last year.

This renewal is exciting news to many fans. Rest assured for the time being, since DAYS isn't going anywhere for a while. The show is already gearing up plans to celebrate its 45th anniversary, which will happen on November 8.

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Days of Our Lives Renewed for Another Season originally appeared on About.com Days of Our Lives Fans on Friday, March 19th, 2010 at 21:48:55.

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“'Days of our Lives' continues to be a favorite of the daytime audience and we are thrilled to keep it going through its 45th season,” said Marc Graboff, chairman, NBC Entertainment. “'Days' has shown year-to-year increases in key ...

Former Days of Our Lives star Matthew Asford (ex-Jack Devereaux) is currently touring North America starring in the Broadway hit musical Mamma Mia! From now until the end of June, the beloved actor will be touring in Roanoke, Virginia; Jacksonville, Florida; Miami, Florida; Columbia, South Carolina; Knoxville, Tennessee; University Park, Pennsylvania; Syracuse, New York; Scranton, Pennsylvania; and in Toronto, Ontario. Check out the Upcoming Personal Appearances page for more details.

Matt plays Bill Austin in this hit Broadway musical, which revolves around a single mother named Donna who is preparing for her daughter Sophie's wedding. Before her wedding, Sophie secretly invites three men from her mother's past to the island paradise they visited 20 years ago in a quest to discover the identity of her father. Mamma Mia! features the timeless songs of the 70's pop music group ABBA, including "Dancing Queen," "Take a Chance on Me," and "I Have a Dream."

Will he ever make a return visit to Salem as Jack Devereaux? Many fans would love to see this happen. Best wishes to Matthew Ashford in his role as Bill Austin in Mamma Mia!

Pictured: Matthew Ashford (ex-Jack Devereaux)

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Matthew Ashford in North American Tour of Mamma Mia! originally appeared on About.com Days of Our Lives Fans on Friday, March 19th, 2010 at 15:58:53.

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Dubious sanity and more disappointment. The prison visit continues as Nicole makes Anna twist up like a pretzel. Using every prison wile she's acquired,

Soap Opera Digest is reporting that several beloved DAYS actors from the past are returning for Alice Horton's farewell, and some of them will appear in a few episodes rather than just a one-day guest appearance. The list of actors includes: Jaime Lyn Bauer (Laura Horton), Christie Clark (Carrie Brady Reed), Bryan Dattilo (Lucas Horton), Maree Cheatham (Marie Horton), Roark Critchlow (Dr. Mike Horton), Patsy Pease (Kimberly Brady), Lisa Trusel (Melissa Horton), Mary Beth Evans (Kayla Brady Johnson), and Melissa Reeves (Jennifer Horton Devereaux).

As fans recall, Frances Reid passed away on February 3 at the age of 95. Soon afterwards, Digest reported that the show had plans to bring back a few stars to give Alice Horton the tribute she deserves.

In other casting news, TV Guide Magazine is reporting that Charles Shaughnessy is reprising his role as Shane Donovan for about ten episodes in May, but it could possibly turn into more. He beings taping on Monday, March 22. Shaughnessy portrayed the dashing ISA agent Shane Donovan from 1984 until 1992. He briefly returned to the role in 2002 when Hope was kidnapped by Larry Welch. The actor went on to star opposite Fran Drescher in the popular comedy The Nanny from 1993 until 1999. He was also the voice of Dennis the fish in Playhouse Disney's animated series Stanley, a role which earned him a 2002 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer in an Animated Program.

More information about these wonderful returns will be posted as it becomes available. As previously reported, Arleen Sorkin is also returning to the show in May as the wacky Calliope Jones Bradford. Look for Alice's tribute to air in May.

Pictured: Bryan Dattilo (Lucas)

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Many Happy Returns! originally appeared on About.com Days of Our Lives Fans on Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 at 16:10:52.

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Welcome back Nicole! I can't help but admit how much I've missed Nicole since her Emmy-worthy portrayer, Arianne Zucker, has been on maternity leave. Life in Salem just hasn't been the same without her. It was great to see the tougher side of Nicole in prison and to see her finally remember who took Sydney. Knowing the way Nicole schemes and blackmails to get what she wants, she'll manage to get out of prison, thanks to Anna. What are you hoping she does next once she's out? Take a moment to vote.

Pictured: Arianne Zucker as Nicole Walker DiMera

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What Should Happen Next for Nicole? originally appeared on About.com Days of Our Lives Fans on Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 at 04:41:25.

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