Is Greg Vaughan Joining Behind the Gates?
What started as a heartfelt tribute to a castmate turned into a viral sensation this weekend when Trisha Mann-Grant shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Clifton Davis’ birthday celebration.
Why Greg Vaughan Was On the Set of Beyond the Gates
Trisha Mann-Grant, who plays the usually unkind Leslie Thomas on Behind the Gates, posted on Instagram this morning some of her behind-the-scenes photos in a gallery of videos and pictures. The post was meant to be a tribute to beloved cast member Clifton Davis (Vernon Dupree) for his 80th birthday, but the post about the man who told Leslie to “choose silence” ended up causing an internet firestorm of conversation all day today.
Mann-Grant had captioned the post, “Celebrating our cast mate @thecliftondavis on his 80th birthday, October 3rd!! (Hey Clifton, mine is on November 3rd so you better be there!😁) He made me cry y’all. He was genuinely surprised by the cast, crew and producers. Great job on the cake @elleq.everything 🎂💕This was such a special day for our very own “Vernon”. The @beyondthegatescbs Fam loves you dearly Clifton! Keep shining your light!”
Fans took in every moment — and then some. In a photo of the festivities, there was Sheila Ducksworth in the center of the frame in a moment of the reel that only lasted as long as it takes to blink an eye.
That was all it took for fans to see something shocking: Greg Vaughan was on the set.
The internet lit up instantly, with fans abuzz with speculation. Vaughan was last seen in June on Days of our Lives as Eric Brady, officiating at Andrew (Colton Little) and Paul’s (Christopher Sean) wedding. Vaughan has played the role since 2012. Before that, he was Lucky Spencer on General Hospital, vacating the role for Jonathan Jackson’s return. He also had a stint on The Young and the Restless as Diego Guttierez.
Greg Vaughan on Beyond the Gates
While Vaughan could have just been a guest at the birthday celebration, there are reports that he recently moved to Atlanta, where BTG is filmed. Fans are hoping that he is the show’s newest cast member. But who would he play?
Options are wide open given the newness of the show, but one possibility is that the hospital is missing a brain surgeon, with the recent resignation (and then demise) of Doug McBride (Jason Graham). Another theory is that Vaughan would be a new suitor for Nicole Richardson (Daphnée Duplaix).
Of course, both options are possible. With Beyond the Gates only seven months into its first year (although it’s already been renewed for two more), we’re just scratching the surface of backstories. Whether Vaughan is a character from someone’s past, a new character, or even joining the show remains to be seen.
Stay posted to The Soap Scene for the details as soon as this, or any other news breaks!
