Nicollette Sheridan as Dynasty's Alexis

I'm really enjoying the reboot of eighties soap opera "Dynasty", but as a fan of the original, I've been looking forward to the arrival of my favourite character: Alexis. Now, the wait is finally over. The CW just announced that the new Alexis will be played by the one and only Nicollette Sheridan, known to soap fans as Edie in "Desperate Housewives", Paige in "Knots Landing" and Taryn in the short-lived "Paper Dolls".

Sure, no one will ever beat the fabulous Joan Collins, but I'm sure Nicollette will do a great job and I can't wait to see her. If you haven't seen the reboot already, the first seven episodes of "Dynasty" can be watched on Netflix and The CW's app.

All soaps about models are cancelled

Why is it that all good soap operas about models are cancelled? I think the only exception is "Ugly Betty", even thought it's more of a comedy-drama.

The CW is now cancelling the Ashton Kutcher produced drama "The Beautiful Life", starring Mischa Barton, after only two episodes. It's such a shame, because I thought it was really good!

Other great soap operas about models are 80's classic "Paper Dolls", starring Morgan Fairchild, and 90's classic "Models Inc." starring Linda Gray. They were both cancelled after only one season, even though they were really well-made. It's such a waste.

Shouldn't the fashion industry be the perfect place for a soap opera? Why do people prefer reality shows like "America's Next Top Model" over prime time soap operas about models?

Paper Dolls

This is the opening to the 1984 soap opera "Paper Dolls", starring Morgan Fairchild, Mimi Rogers and Nicollette Sheridan. The show only lasted one season but it was a huge success in Germany and Sweden.

Let's hope it will be released on DVD someday! Morgan Fairchild is a soap goddess.