SOAP OPERA SUMMARIES

Sunday, August 20, 2006 ALL MY CHILDREN To spare Lily anymore pain, Jonathan told her the truth about himself, in return for Jack withdrawing his petition. Lily was devastated by Jonathan's lies. Later, as Ryan promised to support Annie if she stands up to Terry, Lily was unaware of the danger she faced. Erica wasn't pleased to find Sean Montgomery in her home, planning to stay for a while, but Sydney and Colby were thrilled by his presence. Dixie revealed to Zach that although she knows her love for him is one-sided, she could carry off the ruse of pretending that they are having an affair. Ryan soon figured out Zach's scheme. Erin failed at coming between Babe and Josh, who told Babe that Erin doesn't interest him. AS THE WORLD TURNS Jack and Damian overpowered Sergio, who was holding Luke at gunpoint. Holden figured out that Damian was going to pay his debt with Luke's inheritance, while Luke realized that Damian was behind the deprogramming camp and also kept him away from Lily. Wanting to be rid of Damian, Luke signed the papers giving up his Grimaldi money. Maddie's flashbacks showed that Louis had raped her. When Louis taunted her, Maddie vowed to kill him if he touches her again. Believing Jade's half-truths about her closeness to Will, Gwen refused to hear Will's denials and said they're through, sending him back to Jade's arms. BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL At the breaking point, Taylor finally admitted to Thorne her involvement in Darla's death, but he refused to accept her confession. Meanwhile, Lt. Baker saw Taylor leaving the prison with Hector (who had brought her there to scare her out of confessing), and became convinced that Taylor was involved. Baker confronted Taylor, stating he smelled alcohol on her breath that night. Fearing that Ridge might be using her to make Brooke jealous, Donna relayed her concern, and Ridge acknowledged that he is on the rebound but wouldn't deliberately hurt her. Brooke wasn't sure that working with Nick at Marone is the best idea for her. DAYS OF OUR LIVES After receiving divorce papers from Hope, Bo vowed to fight, and finally figured out that Chelsea changed the fateful e-mail. The gloved hand put a folder marked with Claire's name amid Chelsea's reports at the hospital. Now knowing that Shawn is Claire's father, Chelsea decided to listen to Bo and Billie's warnings and do the right thing — but with potentially disastrous consequences. Lucas warned Kate that if she acts against Sami to destroy the wedding she'd lose two of her sons. Max wasn't pleased when Stephanie agreed to become the celebrity driver for EJ, Austin and Kate's new business venture. John dated Officer Eve, searching for evidence to help clear Bo. GENERAL HOSPITAL Upon receiving their divorce documents, Dillon and Georgie made a pledge to start fresh together. When Lulu then told Dillon about her pregnancy, she was overwhelmed by his plans for their future. Patrick finally professed his love to Robin. Colleen's plan to hurt Emily only drew Nikolas and Emily closer, as Colleen seethed after hearing their callous words about her. Lucky realized that he's ruined his life with drugs and begged Elizabeth for another chance, unaware that she and Jason had spent the night together. Jason admitted to Elizabeth he told someone about their tryst. Sonny learned Alexis' secret, which she shared with Sam. GUIDING LIGHT Tammy accepted Jonathan's marriage proposal. Convinced that Alan intends to steal her baby, Lizzie convinced Alan-Michael to give her a gun. Alone in the apartment, Lizzie panicked and fired, as Alan's body dropped to the floor. After Dinah cut a deal with Jeffrey in which the charges against her were dropped, she told Mallet to get lost. Josh left a phone message for Reva telling her they're through, but Reva deleted it without ever listening. Cassie wanted to wait until she and Josh tell Reva about their relationship before they continue going out publicly. Coop and Ava made love. Olivia fainted on seeing a threat to her from the Web site. ONE LIFE TO LIVE Dorian realized that Adriana is in danger, as Rex sleuthed to find her before Bruce could make his ominous plan a reality. Antonio made progress in his investigation of a child pornography ring linked to Norman Leeds, the man who abused Jessica. Spencer caught everyone trying to trap him off-guard with an unexpected move. Thanks to Hugh, Kevin reached Kelly and appealed to her to stay in Llanview. Marcie was thrilled by Michael's desire for them to become Tommy's foster parents. Layla was oblivious to Vincent's true nature. PASSIONS Ethan was secretly happy when Jared refused Theresa's appeal for another chance. Learning that Julian asked Ethan to represent him in a custody case against her, Theresa was newly resolved to tell Ethan he's the child's father. Jessica avoided telling Simone why she married Spike. After lying to Sheridan about his possession of the Crane mansion security codes, Chris passed the info to Spike, who prepared to rob the place. Paloma and Simone risked their lives to save Jessica from being raped. Eve's loyalty to TC made Julian storm off, only to have TC then tell Eve to leave. YOUNG AND RESTLESS John's stroke-induced cardiac arrest left him in a vegetative state. The grieving family followed John's wishes and took him off life support. After narrowly escaping a bomb set by the kidnapper, JT and Paul, along with Nick, Brad and Victoria, freed Sharon, who had been wired with explosives. The kidnapper revealed that Brad's mother's testimony resulted in his father's execution, then tried to stab Brad, who killed him in self-defense. Dru had an outburst when she saw Neil and Carmen together, but Neil assured Carmen she's not the cause of his marital problems. Daniel begged for Lily's forgiveness. Sharon urged Nick to be with Phyllis instead of looking after her. ©2006 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.