How do you feel about ATWT's decision to oust Lamas as Rafael?
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Lamas, son of Lorenzo Lamas (Hector Ramirez, The Bold and the Beautiful) joined the show on October 18, 2004. According to a show spokesperson, the decision to recast the role was story-dictated and is not meant to be seen as a reflection of Lamas' work.
"The role of Rafael is being taken in a different direction," an As the World Turns spokesperson told SoapCentral.com.
The show originally had plans to introduce some of Rafael's family members later this year. Actress Alyssa Diaz is scheduled to make her first appearance as Celia, Rafael's younger sister, on February 9th. And as for any additional plans the show might have to add to Rafael's family, no one at the show is saying anything at this time.
Newcomer Michael Cardelle will assume the role of Rafael beginning February 25th. Lamas makes his final airdate on February 24th.