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TR Coates
Days of Our Lives character
Portrayed byWilliam Christian
Duration2022
First appearanceJanuary 26, 2022 (2022-01-26)
Last appearanceJune 22, 2022 (2022-06-22)
ClassificationPresent; regular
Created byRon Carlivati
Introduced byAlbert Alarr and Ken Corday
In-universe information
Other namesTerrell Raymond Coates[1]
Ray Coates
OccupationFilm producer
DaughtersLani Price Grant
GrandsonsDavid Grant
Carver Grant
GranddaughtersJules Grant
Other relativesEli Grant (son-in-law)

TR Coates (also known as Ray) is a fictional character on the NBC soap opera, Days of Our Lives, played by William Christian. Film executive, TR Coates was introduced on January 26, 2022 as he sets out to convince Johnny DiMera's (Carson Boatman) to restart production his movie. He is later revealed to be the biological father of established character Lani Price Grant (Sal Stowers) and the abusive ex-boyfriend Paulina Price (Jackée Harry).

Storylines

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TR arrives in Salem demanding that Johnny honor their contract and continue production on the movie about the demonic possession of his grandmother, Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall). However, Johnny reveals that he abandoned the project after Marlena's most recent possession. Excited by the possibility of a sequels, TR convinces Johnny to go against his family's wishes, move forward with the movie and blame everything on him. TR runs into his ex-girlfriend Paulina who wants nothing to do with him as he abused her in the past. However, TR apologizes, insisting he's a changed man, having made a career for himself in film making. Paulina does not approve of his dealings with Johnny, the man who just dumped her daughter. Paulina is cagey when TR ask about her daughter and even Lani – who Paulina claims is her niece – interrupts them.[1] Having looked her up online, TR's suspicions about Lani are confirmed by Paulina's other daughter, Chanel Dupree (Raven Bowens) who claims Lani as her sister. TR makes a beeline for Lani but she rejects him. However, he vows to be a part of Lani's life.[2]

Development

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Creation and casting

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The character of TR Coates was announced by Soaps.com on January 18, 2022.[3] Later, Soap Opera Digest announced that Christian had been cast in the role and was set to debut on January 26, 2022.[4] Christian, best known for his Daytime Emmy Award nominated role as Derek Frye on All My Children, had a four episode guest stint in 2018.[5] Christian was contacted by co-executive producer Albert Alarr, his friend of 30+ years, about the role. However, Christian was hesitant to take the role as he had recently relocated to Boston with his family. Ultimately, it was his family's encouragement that convinced Christian to take the gig. Commuting for work was something Christian became accustomed to during his tenure on All My Children as he resided in Los Angeles, and filmed in New York.[6]

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Characterization

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Personality

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Backstory

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Introduction

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The character is introduced as the producer of Johnny's producer.[3]

He is later revealed to be Paulina's abusive ex and Lani's biological father.[8]

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Reception

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Lori Wilson categorized Ray's introduction as "the next logical step" after Lani's true lineage was exposed. Wilson also suggested several actors that couple fill the role, including another All My Children alumni, Stowers' former co-star Darnell Williams.[13] While Christian was not initially on their radar, "we're just as intrigued" Soaps.com said of the casting news.[14] Kambra Clifford said of Christian's casting, "Here comes trouble!"[15]

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References

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  1. ^ a b Ken Corday and Albert Alarr (Executive producer) Ron Carlivati (Head writer) (January 27, 2022). Days of Our Lives. Season 56. NBC.
  2. ^ a b "Days of Our Lives: TR Visits Lani". Hot Plots Preview!. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 5. United States: American Media, Inc. February 7, 2022. p. 15.
  3. ^ a b "Days of Our Lives Spoilers January 17, 2022 Through January 28, 2022". Soaps.com. United States: SHE Media. January 18, 2022. Retrieved January 18, 2022.
  4. ^ "Who's Coming". Comings and Goings. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 4. United States: American Media, Inc. January 31, 2022. pp. 12–13.
  5. ^ "All My Children Alum William Christian to Debut on Days of our Lives". Michael Fairman TV. The Michael Fairman Company. January 22, 2022. Retrieved January 22, 2022.
  6. ^ a b c "William Christian on Joining Days". Late-breaking News. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 5. United States: American Media, Inc. February 7, 2022. pp. 4–5.
  7. ^ "Days's Ron Carlivati on William Christian Casting". Comings and Goings. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 7. United States: American Media, Inc. February 21, 2022. p. 13.
  8. ^ Bowe, Jillian (January 21, 2022). "All My Children Vet William Christian Joins Days of Our Lives". Daytime Confidential. Confidential Media, Inc. (SAY Media). Retrieved January 22, 2022.
  9. ^ "February Sweeps Preview". On the Cover. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 5. United States: American Media, Inc. February 7, 2022. pp. 31–32.
  10. ^ "Days of Our Lives Casts Donielle Artese as TR's Ex-Girlfriend". Soaps.com. SHE Media. February 10, 2022. Retrieved February 11, 2022.
  11. ^ "Days: TR Shoots Eli!". Late-breaking News. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 12. United States: American Media, Inc. March 21, 2022. p. 7.
  12. ^ "William Christian on Days Exit". Late-breaking News. Soap Opera Digest. Vol. 47, no. 22. United States: American Media, Inc. May 30, 2022. p. 4–5.
  13. ^ Wilson, Lori (November 24, 2021). "Make Room for Daddy: As Days of Our Lives Sets the Stage to Introduce Lani's Father, We Count Down Eight Powerhouse Actors Who'd Be Perfect for the Role". Soaps.com. United States: SHE Media. Retrieved January 22, 2022.
  14. ^ "Days of Our Lives: All My Children Alum William Christian Cast as Ray, Lani's Biodad". Soaps.com. United States: SHE Media. January 21, 2022. Retrieved January 22, 2022.
  15. ^ Clifford, Kambra (January 21, 2022). "Days of our Lives casts All My Children alum William Christian as Lani's dad". Soap Central. Retrieved January 23, 2022.
  16. ^ Giacomazzo, Bernadette (January 25, 2022). "'Days of Our Lives' Comings and Goings: William Christian Finally Debuts on Jan. 26". ShowBizz Cheat Sheet. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  17. ^ Eades, Chris (January 25, 2022). "TR Coates on DAYS OF OUR LIVES — Everything You Need To Know". Soaps In Depth. Bauer Media Group. Retrieved January 28, 2022.
  18. ^ Lewis, Rachelle (January 26, 2022). "TR Coates on Days of our Lives: Who is he and who is playing him?". Monsters and Critics. Digital Minefield Ltd. Retrieved January 28, 2022.
  19. ^ https://www.tvfanatic.com/2022/01/days-of-our-lives-review-week-of-1-24-22-ghosts-of-the-past/
  20. ^ https://soaps.sheknows.com/days-of-our-lives/soapbox/621669/days-of-our-lives-craig-gay-xander-proposal-tr-villain/
  21. ^ https://soaps.sheknows.com/days-of-our-lives/news/622908/days-of-our-lives-paulina-preview-sends-wrong-message-about-abuse/
  22. ^ https://soaphub.com/days-of-our-lives/commentary/how-days-of-our-lives-missed-a-golden-opportunity-for-a-new-leading-man/
  23. ^ https://soaphub.com/days-of-our-lives/commentary/soap-hub-performer-of-the-week-for-days-william-christian/
  24. ^ https://soaphub.com/days-of-our-lives/commentary/a-critics-review-of-days-of-our-lives-where-does-just-plain-crazy-end/
  25. ^ "Michael Fairman TV Names The Best and Worst in Soaps 2022". Michael Fairman TV. The Michael Fairman Company. December 31, 2022. Retrieved December 31, 2022.
  26. ^ https://www.soapcentral.com/days-of-our-lives/content/scoop/twoscoops/2022/221226.php
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