Soaps this week
(This column represents on-air summaries for the week of Jan. 15-19.)
The Bold and the Beautiful: Steffy urged Liam to reconsider. Bill revealed his true feelings about Steffy to Justin. Sally informed Hope that she had designs on Liam. Ridge told Brooke that Bill was being served with annulment papers. Rick and Thorne sought to replace Ridge at Forrester Creations. Ridge announced his wedding plans with Brooke to the family. Bill was in shock when Steffy revealed Liam’s last words to her. Brooke tried to get Steffy to explain what happened between her and Liam. Thorne was taken by surprise to learn that Brooke’s marriage to Bill was annulled. Steffy struggled to tell her father the real reason for her troubles with Liam. Hope offered a despondent Liam her support.
Days of Our Lives: Vivian and Stefan secretly discussed their plans for DiMera. JJ pleaded with Lani to not end her pregnancy. Eric was jealous when he saw Jennifer with another man. Abigail accused Stefan of trying to cause trouble between her and Chad. Abe learned surprising news. Chad continued his quest for dirt on his brother. Stefan asked Gabi out to dinner. Theo said goodbye to family and friends. Vivian grew nervous as John and Chad got closer to the truth. Andre made a confession to Kate. Gabi was dealt a devastating blow. Stefan was appalled when Vivian suggested they resort to extreme measures. Lucas, just out of rehab, asked Chloe on a date. Murder rocked Salem.
General Hospital: Jason inched closer to the truth. Maxie was desperate. Anna’s frustration grew. Jason was impatient. Michael sought answers from Nelle. Joss got needed support. Sonny received a mysterious text. Julian offered support. Kiki had a case of nerves. Maxie tried not to worry. Franco was caught off guard. Ned tried to get Alexis’ help. Jason turned to an unlikely ally. Anna received a surprise visit. Obrecht grew desperate.
The Young and the Restless: A break-in at the Jabot lab prompted Ashley to get Paul on the case. Reed showed up on Billy and Phyllis’ doorstep after a fight with his parents, which led to even more drama. Billy encouraged Cane to fight for Lily, which gave him the idea to fly to Paris to win her back. Mariah and Tessa tried to maintain civility during a chance encounter. Nikki was surprised to learn that Sharon is letting Kathy and her family stay with her. In Paris, Abby told Cane that Lily was on her way to the airport.