Soaps this week
(This column represents on-air summaries for the week of Jan. 21-25.)
The Bold and the Beautiful: Katie thanked Thorne for being understanding about the time she spent with Bill and Will, then they made love. Liam urged Hope to let people help her. Brooke suggested Hope find some comfort in working on her line. Taylor told Steffy of a potential adoptee. Hope snapped at Brooke and told her to leave her alone. Liam vented to Wyatt about his problems with Hope. Flo told Reese about her concerns about their future. Steffy made an instant connection with the infant Steffy. Reese became concerned when he spotted the thug at the restaurant where he and Zoe
were dining. Wyatt encouraged Liam to let out his pain. Reese urged Flo to seal the deal. Zoe, Emma and Tiffany entered a TV talent contest. Steffy asked Liam to meet the infant who she would like to be Kelly's sibling.
Days of Our Lives: Victor made Brady an offer he couldn't refuse. Gabi asked Kate for a favor. Eric made a stunning discovery. Kayla gave Jennifer bad news involving Jack. Eric lost it over Sarah’s betrayal. Xander tried to pull a fast one on Leo. Jennifer and Eve argued over Jack. Jack bonded with JJ, who warned his father about Eve’s deception. Haley got to know Tripp while treating him at the hospital. Ted asked Kate for another chance. Claire made romantic progress with Tripp. Chad made a big sacrifice for Abigail. Gabi and Stefan declared war on each other. Sarah tried to mend fences with Eric. Jennifer warned Jack that Eve is using him. Haley revealed her secret to JJ. Brady and Chloe had a close moment.
General Hospital: Lucy cornered Ava. Ryan paused to gloat. Kim shared her struggles with Liz. Willow let down her guard. Michael treated Lucas to lunch. Sam and Alexis caught up. Kim called Drew. Shiloh put on the charm. Brad took Wiley to visit Julian. Willow saw Michael with Wiley. Jason risked his life. Laura comforted Charlotte. Jordan summoned Peter to the station. Maxie got good news. Nina reunited with Valentin. Sonny waited anxiously. Carly was heartbroken. Franco and Aiden baked cookies. Mike’s condition took a turn for the worse. Marcus
told his side of the story. Sonny paid respects. Ava remained by Ryan’s side. Anna found out the truth. Maxie waited for Peter. Franco and Liz had a heart-toheart.
The Young and the Restless: Devon refused to let Cane use his plane so he can confess to Lily, reasoning that it would only shatter her spirit. Nick and Victor formed an unlikely alliance after Nikki and Victoria told them everything except Phyllis and Sharon’s involvement. Nikki was shocked when a mysterious stranger came out of hiding at the Newman ranch. Phyllis was furious at Billy for borrowing the company jet without permission. Arturo and Rey grew closer as brothers, but Mia proved to be an impediment.