Soaps last week
( This column represents on-air summaries for the week of Dec. 16-20.)
The Bold and the Beautiful: Ridge and Eric had an emotional reunion at Forrester Mansion. Quinn urged Steffy to return to Los Angeles and stop Liam and Hope’s wedding. Wyatt offered Hope a piece of jewelry for her wedding to Liam. Hope reminded Wyatt that he and Quinn were no longer part of Forrester. Eric omitted Bill from his rundown of Brooke’s machinations to Ridge. Hope and Brooke shared quality time before the wedding. Brooke and Ridge reunited with a kiss and an apology. Quinn returned to Los Angeles with Steffy. On the day of the wedding, Wyatt sought out Hope, while Steffy went to Liam. Charlie received pointers on topics to avoid in the wedding sermon. As Hope watched, Steffy told Liam of her prognosis and feelings for him, and they kissed. Quinn told Wyatt things weren’t over yet between him and Hope.
Days of our Lives: Will pressed Sonny to reveal what he overheard. Nicole lied for Eric’s benefit. Victor went ballistic after learning Nicole was living with Daniel. Brady had bad news for Jennifer. Daniel was appalled by Nicole’s lie. Will confronted Sami about her secret. Gabi was horrified to learn that Sonny knew the truth. Abigail talked to EJ about Jack. JJ moved to neutralize Theresa. Adrienne played matchmaker for Jennifer. Sami, Kate and Gabi tried to stop Sonny from telling Justin their secret. EJ tried to trick Gabi into coming clean. Sami and Ciara had it out. Hope got a shocking call from Bo. JJ’s plan to trap Theresa backfired. Daniel was upset when he overheard that Jennifer had a date. A startling discovery prompted EJ to confront Sami. A surprise awaited Kate, Gabi and Sonny when they took Arianna to see Santa. Eric had a disturbing dream about Nicole.
General Hospital: Felix asked Brad to play elf to his Santa. Spinelli had a surprise for Maxie. A shocking discovery could have repercussions for Dante and Lulu. Britt confessed to Nikolas that Brad wasn't Ben’s father. Duke rejected, then reconsidered Sonny’s offer. Obrecht demanded Britt come to her rescue, lest she reveal Britt’s secrets. Anna and Duke continued to lie to each other about their respective involvements. Morgan and Ava’s romance turned serious. An argument with Molly sent TJ looking for Shawn, leading to a discovery that business was brewing. Britt tried to persuade Nikolas to help her mother. Dante confided his troubles to Anna, then received an informative phone call. Carlos tried to bribe Duke into releasing him. The kids found Carlos at the warehouse, and he begged them to rescue him. A shootout ensued. A concerned Molly interrupted Morgan and Ava. Sonny and Shawn arrived at the warehouse, but there was no sign of Carlos. After imploring him to show himself, he did — with a hostage. Robin met Patrick at the hospital. Felix urged Sabrina not to give up. Things got romantic between Sam and Silas. The shootout at the warehouse escalated, and Julian targeted Sonny. Diane told Ava the NYPD wanted to speak with her. Sam and Silas were surprised to find Rafe in the ER being treated for a minor injury, which he admitted was self-inflicted. Patrick made his decision.
The Young and the Restless: Paul discussed Carmine’s shooting with Christine, saying it was likely in self-defense. Fen told Michael and Lauren he needed to disappear. Cassie urged Sharon to tell the truth about Summer’s paternity. Adam had an uncomfortable encounter with Kelly at her office. Adam tried to make amends with Chelsea. Billy confided his marital woes to Kelly. Devon came to Hilary’s defense when Hilary tried to make peace with Lily. Victor agreed to look at files for a biotech division that Cane hoped to expand at Chancellor. Jill shared her plans to dismantle Newman-Chancellor with Jack. Dylan told Avery he read the file on his biological father. Noah brought a Christmas tree to Sharon’s. Jill vented to Esther her frustrations over the returned music box. Neil asked Avery to keep Leslie's schedule clear because he had a surprise for her. Lauren blamed Leslie for defending Carmine and getting the drug charges dropped.