Roger Howarth, a winner of the Daytime Emmy, recently made a splash with his debut on The Young and the Restless, and fans couldn’t be more excited. His character? None other than the notorious villain Matt Clark making a comeback! Howarth took a moment to share his thoughts and gratitude for the soap opera community in a recently posted video via the show’s official Instagram.
In the video, Howarth shared his heartfelt appreciation for daytime audiences, stating, “The fans of daytime television are the best fans that have ever walked the earth.” His words really hit home for many viewers!
Going further, he talked about how amazing soap fans are, describing them as “supportive, smart, and excited.” This enthusiasm, according to him, serves as motivation for everyone involved in making the show. He emphasized, “We all have our little parking spots here, and we do what we do so they can enjoy it. That’s the most important aspect of our work here.”
Reflecting on his lengthy tenure in daytime TV, Howarth expressed immense gratitude, noting, “I’ve had the chance to do this my entire adult life. It’s always been about trying to please the fans, and that drive never goes away.”
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Fans Weigh In
Fans have taken to social media to show their love for both Howarth and the show. One commented, “👏 Absolutely! No fans are like soap opera fans. I give thanks in my Emmy speech to Bill Bell, Agnes Nixon, and daytime for shaping my storytelling as a writer. It’s about educating while entertaining. Make them laugh, make them cry, make them care.”
Another fan said, “We enjoy every scene you’re in, @therealrogerhowarth! Y&R is lucky to have you. I haven’t watched this show in about 30 years, but I’m only tuning in for you and @tamarabraun until I can catch up! 😂”
One more fan chimed in, “I’m so freaking excited about you joining Y&R! I’ve missed you. I’ve watched since you started on One Life to Live!”
Don’t forget, you can catch The Young and the Restless on weekdays via CBS and catch it streaming weeknights on Paramount+!
