CBS' new soap opera Beyond the Gates focuses on a Black family, which hasn't been done in the genre since Generations in 1991.

Jeremy Rabe visits with soap stars Greg Rikaart and Rebecca Budig about their new CBS podcast, “Soapy.” “Soapy” dives into the world of soaps with Budig, Rikaart, and their

CBS Daytime’s groundbreaking soap opera Beyond the Gates was in attendance at the NAACP’s 116th national convention, where executive producer Sheila Ducksworth was given the opportunity to share her perspective along with NAACP President Derrick Johnson about the cultural importance that the show has.

Meanwhile, Sofia Mattsson has finished her run as Sasha Gilmore. Mattsson joined the soap as a recurring character in 2018, but eventually emerged as a popular heroine. The actress, whose last airdate was on July 18, has left the show to pursue other projects.

Veteran writer Ron Carlivati is leaving his short-term post on Beyond the Gates. Carlivati joined the CBS sudser after departing Days of Our Lives in 2024. He signed onto Beyond the Gates to help Michele Val Jean,