Soaps this week
(This column represents on-air summaries for the week of Dec. 25-29.)
The Bold and the Beautiful: Steffy flashed back over her time with Liam as she considered what the results of the paternity test might do to their relationship. In deference to her engagement to Ridge, Brooke asked Thorne to move out of her home. Katie’s newfound sense of adventure intrigued Thorne. Steffy imagined what family life would be like with Liam. Katie gave Thorne a place to live. Bill came clean to Justin about his dalliance with Steffy and his feelings for her.
Days of Our Lives: At Christmas, JJ had a surprise visitor. Eli realized he made a huge mistake. A Christmas miracle affected many in Salem. Lani sought answers about the night of Theo’s shooting. Andre made a deal with Chad about Kate. JJ visited Theo. Ciara put Claire on notice. Kate made a big confession. Ciara suggested to Tripp they join forces. Jennifer asked out Eric for New Year’s Eve. Abigail realized Andre is in love with Kate. Abigail discovered an odd discrepancy while planning a New Year’s Eve party. Ciara confessed her true feelings. Hope got good news. Belle and Shawn left town. Abigail and Chad threw a New Year’s Eve blowout at Doug’s Place, where drunken Ciara caused a scene. A mysterious couple crashed the party.
General Hospital: Sonny shared his regrets. Sam sought Kim’s help. Anna urged Finn to learn self-defense. Lulu remained determined. Nathan sought answers. Ava worried that she overstepped. Maxie cornered Amy. Obrecht made a confession. Dante was proud. Laura crossed with Stella. Anna relished a minor victory. Carly was up to her old tricks. The future excited Lulu. Michael sought support from family. Nelle was hopeful. Sam encountered Jason. Jason expressed regrets. Drew’s car broke down. Kim remained vague. Dante disagreed with Lulu's actions.
The Young and the Restless: Seeking information on Victor, Paul and Christine invited Nikki to Christmas dinner but she was onto their plan. Sharon and Mariah spent Christmas Day seeking the perfect gift for each other. Billy and Phyllis spent their first Christmas as a couple. Hilary reflected on painful childhood Christmases. Nikki was reminded of the holiday’s true meaning. Victor and Nikki decided to renew their vows. Jill decided to keep Chancellor and tabbed Billy as Cane’s co-CEO. Nick told Chelsea their family is outgrowing the penthouse and is ready to build their dream home, but she wasn’t ready to move on from the memories made there.