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One of the soap opera world's favorite characters is making a return this fall, but it won't be with the actor who originated the role.
According to Soap Opera Digest, a casting call has been put out for the role of Malcolm Winters, which was played by hunky actor Shemar Moore during the 1990s.The part is a big one to fill for whoever is chosen. Moore – a former model – won a Daytime Emmy Award for the role before transitioning successfully into movies (Tyler Perry's 'Diary of a Mad Black Woman') and television ('Soul Train' and 'Criminal Minds'). He played the part for six years and reprised it again in 2004 before leaving the following year.
During a 2005 interview with The RU Report, the Oakland-bred actor credited Perry for helping him break out of the soap opera stud mold. "There were powers to be that did not want me in 'Diary,' and I take my hat off to Tyler Perry. He went to bat for me. He saw something in me. I don't know why and where it started, but I thank him profusely for the opportunity."
About working on 'Y&R,' the five-time NAACP Image Award winner said: "The soap has given me life in Hollywood, but it's also what's hindering me from progressing. I'm not knocking the soaps, but the soaps carry a certain stigma in this game."
It's unclear if Moore was unavailable or whether the show is simply looking to recast the role for storyline or budget reasons, the magazine reported. Whatever the case, Malcolm Winters is expected to return in November.
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this undated image released by Oxfam Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, British singer Mel B participates in the 'In My Name' global campaign calling for action against poverty and demanding world leaders keep their promises on millennium development goals. (AP Photo/Oxfam, HO) ** NO SALES **
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl Mel B, left, serves as the emcee at a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Mel B wears a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. The woman at right is unidentified. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Ultimo Scottish designer lingerie brand founder Michelle Mone (L) and pop singer Melanie Brown pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and singer Aubrey O'Day (R) poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown, Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard, singer Aubrey O'Day and TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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By: "DimePiece" on 9/19/2009 2:25AM
I can't wait to see him come back. It's been a while and hopeuffly, Drucilla (Victoria Rowell) will make a come back too?
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By: lashanda hardy on 9/20/2009 5:51PM
drucilla is being replaced also.
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By: Simwatalana on 9/19/2009 3:03AM
Yes! Mr. Moore is one of the most beautiful people in the celebrity world today.
I have casually met him on several occassions, and he is so down to earth, kind, and modest!
I have watched Y&R for over 15 years, and I miss him and the stunningly gorgeous (and sweet, as well), Ms. Victoria Rowell! I know she is busy being a new bride, but DANG! I miss "Drucilla"!
I will be G L U E D to my TV when "Malcolm" returns!YAY!!!!!
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By: Ojenaba on 9/19/2009 8:53AM
In my opinion Shemar is the only man that could play Malcolm.
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By: "DimePiece" on 9/19/2009 10:20AM
I remember when I met him twice. I met him at my local mall, where they had the actress Sharon (Nick's Wife), and some other actor on General Hospital. I remember my son yelling in the crowd by the stage where they were all standing, "Malcolm, can you give my mom your phone number"? He yelled back to my son in front of everybody, "Hold on little man". The crowd was laughing. My son, knew that I loved me some Malcolm.
A year later, I got the opportunity to meet him at local club and he was in the V.I.P. section. I went up to him where it was roped off with his shirt all open and lookin sexy as ever, and said to him, "do you remember my son yelling to you at the mall a year ago saying, "Malcolm can you give my mom your number"? Malcolm said, "I said, "I'm sorry, I can't remember"? But he said to me, "You are beautiful". I said to him, "Thank You", and I am your #1 FAN!!!! He then, kissed my hand not once but TWICE and gave me this sexy smile!!!! :-) I was in HEAVEN!!!!!!
Then it all ended because, this knuckle head Body Guard, told me to step back and I had to say good-bye? I wished Malcolm could have invited me in the V.I.P. section? I was disappointed just watching him enjoy himself dancing in the V.I.P. and having a good time? At least I got sweet kisses on my hand. I hope too, that he come back on the Young & The Restless. He is a talented, handsome, and a intelligent man.
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By: yammie on 9/19/2009 12:45PM
I think he is on the move and should keep on moving to bigger and better things. He's so damn fine
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By: robinson on 9/19/2009 3:39PM
i luv the y&r but here man i really dont like the way the show is being written shamar moore need to come back and stay and not leave come back leave and come back u can have 2 job like i dont and im sure i dont have the money he has
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By: monique eller on 9/19/2009 4:26PM
he so fine dang if it means me seeing his chest yes do it over mmmmmmmmmmmm
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By: Angie P on 9/19/2009 4:57PM
I personally would love to look at Shemar Moore everyday on Y & R, however, I know that he has moved on in his acting career. God bless him and good luck!!
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By: jeano on 9/19/2009 5:16PM
I think Seemar Moore is really a natural and gifted actor...I can understand the stigma (of daytime soaps) but what he don't understand is that his fans would love to have him back for maybe three or four episodes from time to time, that would quench his fans thirst for at least a little while!
Mr Moore look at it from your fans standpoint...you made us fall in love with Malcolm, and while we love you on Criminal Minds (you're the only reason I watch) we would still like to you as Malcolm...one more time.
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