A Year of Growth and Gratitude for Daphnée Duplaix
CBS’s newest daytime drama, Beyond the Gates, recently celebrated its first production anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the show and its cast. Among the stars, Daytime Emmy nominee Daphnée Duplaix, who portrays Nicole Dupree, took to social media to reflect on her journey with the series. The actress shared a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into her path to landing the role, offering fans a heartfelt look at the emotional and professional growth she has experienced over the past year.
On November 1, Duplaix posted on Instagram, sharing a touching tribute to the show that has become a big part of her life. She reflected on the moment that brought her and her castmates together, writing, “Oct 28th marked our one year anniversary of the first day of shooting Beyond the Gates, and my heart is still so full.” The post was filled with nostalgia and gratitude as she recounted the events that led to this moment.
Duplaix described her whirlwind journey, starting with recording her audition tape on August 2nd, fueled by hope and prayers. She then recalled the excitement of receiving “THE CALL” on September 21st, which changed everything. “To October 28th—Day One—watching Nicole Dupree come to life (still gives me chills), to our beautiful first table read where this incredible cast became family, and finally, that ribbon-cutting ceremony where it all became real,” she wrote.
The actress expressed deep appreciation for the experience, stating, “This show has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. Every early morning call time, every emotional scene, every laugh between takes—it’s all been magic. Nicole Dupree has stretched me as an actor in ways I never imagined, and I’m so grateful I get to tell her story.”
Duplaix also gave special thanks to those behind the scenes, acknowledging the support from the cast and crew. She specifically mentioned producers Shelia Ducksworth, Michele Val Jean, and Julie Hanan Carruthers, thanking them for trusting her with the role. She also praised the writers for creating a character that continues to reveal new layers with each script. “Every script peels back another layer, revealing depths and complexities you never saw coming,” she said. She concluded by expressing her gratitude to everyone who supported Beyond the Gates since the beginning.
Her message ended on a hopeful note, saying, “Here’s to the memories we’ve made and all the ones still to come.”
Fan Reactions and Continued Support
Fans responded enthusiastically to Duplaix’s post, sharing their admiration for her work and the show itself. One fan wrote, “So cool seeing your audition! I remember that exact scene on the actual show too. Casting did an amazing job with you all. Cheers to many more years of BTG 👏🏾.” Another fan added, “I love seeing these auditions and then what the scenes actually turned out to be. ❤️.” A third fan expressed hope for the show’s future, writing, “I can’t wait to still be watching this soap in 25 years 🥰.”
Where to Watch
Beyond the Gates airs weekdays on CBS and streams weeknights on Paramount+. Fans can also revisit the series from the beginning on Paramount+ or on Pluto TV’s dedicated 24/7 Beyond the Gates FAST channel. With its growing fanbase and compelling storytelling, the show continues to captivate audiences and build a lasting legacy.
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