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Daytime Emmys Honor Fallen Stars
31 Oct
Summary
- Daytime Emmys paid tribute to actors Eric Bauza, Hayden Panettiere, Anthony Geary.
- Bauza, known for Looney Tunes voices, died at 46; Panettiere died at 36.
- General Hospital and Days of our Lives stars were among those honored.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards ceremony, held on Friday, October 30, 2026, featured a poignant "In Memoriam" segment to honor departed members of the television community. Among those remembered were voice actor Eric Bauza, known for his iconic Looney Tunes characters, who passed away at age 46. Actress Hayden Panettiere, celebrated for her roles in "Nashville" and "Heroes," was also honored; she died at age 36.
The ceremony also paid tribute to veteran soap opera actors, including Anthony Geary, who portrayed Luke Spencer on "General Hospital" for over three decades, and Robert Kelker-Kelly, a star of "Days of our Lives." These artists, alongside others, were recognized for their indelible impact on the entertainment landscape and their contributions to daytime television throughout their careers.
