Beyond the Gates
Greg Vaughan Teases His Beyond the Gates Debut and We’re Already Obsessed
Greg Vaughan joins Beyond the Gates as Dr. Kail Rollins! The DAYS alum dishes on his new role and how Michele Val Jean twisted his arm.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES ALUM GREG VAUGHAN DISHES ON HIS NEW BEYOND THE GATES ROLE AS DR. KAIL ROLLINS
TL;DR: Beyond the Gates just got a whole lot hotter! Soap veteran Greg Vaughan is joining the cast as Dr. Kail Rollins, a traveling orthopedic surgeon at Garland Memorial. The Days of Our Lives alum teased his new role in a recent interview, revealing that creator Michele Val Jean literally twisted his arm until he said yes — and he didn’t even know who he’d be playing until AFTER he agreed!
Michele Val Jean Wasn’t Taking No for an Answer
When it comes to casting her vision for Beyond the Gates, creator Michele Val Jean knows exactly what she wants — and she’s not afraid to fight for it. Greg Vaughan learned this firsthand when the legendary scribe essentially FORCED him into joining the cast of daytime’s hottest new soap.
According to Sheknows, Vaughan had no idea what role he’d be stepping into when Val Jean made her move. “She said, ‘I’m gonna grab your wrist right now and twist it behind your back until you say yes,'” Vaughan laughed during an exclusive interview. When he asked what part he’d be playing, she refused to give him details until he agreed. The only crumb she offered? He’d be playing a doctor. That’s IT. The man said yes to a job without knowing what the job actually was, and honestly? That’s the kind of trust we love to see.
Are you excited to see Greg Vaughan on Beyond the Gates? What do you think Dr. Kail Rollins will bring to Garland Memorial? Email your thoughts to amber@soapoperamagazine.com!
Meet Dr. Kail Rollins
Now that the cat’s out of the bag, we can finally reveal who Vaughan is playing on Beyond the Gates. Dr. Kail Rollins is a traveling orthopedic surgeon joining the staff at Garland Memorial, and viewers got their first tease of the character at the end of the Thursday, December 4 episode. We didn’t actually SEE the handsome new doctor yet, but that’s about to change in a big way.
Here’s where it gets interesting — early reports suggested Dr. Rollins might be a bit of a player, but Vaughan is setting the record straight. “He’s more introverted,” the Days of Our Lives alum revealed, explaining that the doc is “kind of like a sponge in this new environment.” As a professional, Dr. Rollins isn’t necessarily looking for romance when he arrives at Garland Memorial.
But that might change once he meets Nicole! Shanice is playing matchmaker and setting up her co-worker Nicole, played by Daphne Duplaix, with the new surgeon. Whether Dr. Rollins is ready for love or not, Salem — er, we mean the BTG universe — has a way of making sparks fly when you least expect it.
A Recurring Role With Big Energy
If there’s one tiny downside for fans, it’s that Vaughan’s role is currently recurring rather than contract. “I’m not a contract player,” he acknowledged. But before you panic, know that the actor has nothing but praise for the Beyond the Gates team and the creative freedom they’ve given him to develop Dr. Kail Rollins.
“It’s kind of like the bar’s been set, the energy’s ready, get your popcorn and let’s make some magic!” Vaughan teased. And if we know anything about soap operas, a recurring role can QUICKLY become a fan favorite that turns into something much bigger. Just ask half the cast of any daytime drama ever.
Why This Casting Is Perfect
Greg Vaughan spent years winning hearts as Eric Brady on Days of Our Lives, so the man knows his way around a soap set. Bringing that experience to Beyond the Gates is a major coup for the young soap, which has been building momentum since its premiere. Adding a beloved vet like Vaughan to the mix alongside the incredible ensemble cast? That’s how you keep viewers coming back for MORE.
We can’t wait to see what Dr. Kail Rollins brings to Garland Memorial — and whether Nicole is about to get the love interest she deserves.
Are you ready for Greg Vaughan’s Beyond the Gates debut? Drop your predictions for Dr. Kail Rollins in the comments below!
