The 76th Annual WGA Awards: Days Of Our Lives Takes Home the Gold
On April 14, 2024, the Writers Guild Of America presented the 76th annual WGA Awards, honoring outstanding achievement in the fields of motion pictures, television, news media, and radio/audio. The prestigious event took place in tandem ceremonies in both Los Angeles and New York City.
Days Of Our Lives Terrific Writing Team Shines
“The triumphant writing team from DAYS comprised Head Writer Ron Carlivati, Creative Consultant Ryan Quan, and Writers Sonja Alar, Jazmen Darnell Brown, Joanna Cohen, Carolyn Culliton, Richard Culliton, Cheryl Davis, Kirk Doering, Christopher Dunn, Jamey Giddens, David Kreizman, Henry Newman, Dave Ryan, and Katherine D. Schock.”
Days Of Our Lives clinched the victory in the Daytime Drama category for the fourth consecutive year, trumping its only competitor, General Hospital. The GH writing team included former head writers Dan O’Connor and Chris Van Etten, along with Writers Ashley Cook, Emily Culliton, Suzanne Flynn, Charlotte Gibson, Lucky Gold, Kate Hall, Elizabeth Korte, Shannon Peace, Stacey Pulwer, Dave Rupel, Lisa Seidman, and Scott Sickles.
DOOL Spoilers – Award-Winning Episodes Revealed
The episodes submitted by the Days Of Our Lives team for consideration were #14663, #14678, and #14679, primarily focusing on the emotional arcs surrounding the death and funeral of Victor Kiriakis, portrayed by the late John Aniston.
Head Writer, Ron Carlivati shared insights about the submissions, expressing, “I aimed for a blend of humor and heart in these episodes, from the funeral proceedings and Sarah’s (Linsey Godfrey) labor to Vivian’s (Louise Sorel) dramatic interference with the will reading.”
Days Fans Rejoice in Peacock Triumph
Initially, fans of Days Of Our Lives expressed concerns about the show’s shift to Peacock, given its online streaming nature. However, the enthusiastic response to the show’s success on the new platform has been overwhelmingly positive.
Debuting on NBC in 1965 and running until 2022, Days Of Our Lives struggled with ratings over the years, leading to uncertainties about its future. Yet, fans now revel in the show’s stability and acclaim on Peacock, relieved to witness its longevity assured for the upcoming seasons, marking a stark departure from the previous years of uncertainty and threat of cancellation.
While certain challenges have surfaced this year, fans remain hopeful that the show’s prosperity on Peacock will persist. The collective anticipation is for a continued successful run of Days Of Our Lives for years to come, offering a beacon of hope amidst the uncertainties that have plagued the show.
Stay tuned for the latest news, spoilers, and updates on Days Of Our Lives.