Returning:   The devious doc is in again. Ian Buchanan returns to AMC this week, when Josh speculates about the numerous murder senarios while at Dixie and Zach's trial. Buchanan joined AMC in May 2005, but left last July after the mad Dr. Madden was buried alive and subsequently killed, kicking off a summer whodunit. Meanwhile speculation lingers that Buchanan will eventually return to GH to repise the role that put him on the soap map: Duke Lavery. "Just a rumor," insists a GH rep.

Late Breaking News  There was excited buzz that Ian Buchanan, who wrapped up his run on AMC as Greg, is set to reprise the role of Dr. James Warwick (reportedly, the shrink will provide counsel for an emotionally troubled Taylor). Those rumors no doubt sparked when Buchanan was recently spotted at B&B studios, but the show's rep confirms, "Ian wasn't there to tape any scenes." An insider did tell us that Buchanan was visiting real-life pal Susan Flannery (Stephanie). (SOD 9/12/06)

Duke Lives?  With his days as AMC's Greg numbered, rumors abound that Ian Buchanan will reprise the role of Duke Lavery on GH. "Everybody is saying I should be on GH with the rest of them," acknowledges Buchanan, referring to fan faves Finola Hughes (Anna), Tristan Rogers (Robert) and Emma Samms (Holly). "I don't really see that happening. But I'm always the last one to know. Finola will call and say she has just spoken to wardrobe and 'This is what you're going to wear when you get here.' That's the way that usually happens." "We don't comment on rumors," says a GH rep. (SOW 7/4/06)

Dr. Greg Extends His Stay!  Has Ian Buchanan had a chance of heart about leaving Pine Valley? Read on for the latest! An insider reports to In Depth that, although Buchanan's contract ends in May, the daytime veteran will be remaining with the soap for an additional month to wrap up his alter ego's storyline. Our spy adds that the actor has been amused by stories published elsewhere that he was let go from the soap since- as In Depth first reported - he never intended to remain for longer than a year.
     Might there be a return to B&B in Buchanan's future? (He played psychiatrist James on the CBS sudser from 1993-'98 and briefly reprised the role in 2002 and 2004.) After all, his character was mentioned on B&B not too long ago. "I don't think he'll be unemployed for very long," reveals another industry insider. Could Buchanan be next to return to GH, where he played Duke to Finola Hughes' recently returned Anna? Stay tuned! (SID 6/6/06)

Casting Call- Why Soaps are Bringing Back the Big-Name Stars:  ...Ian Buchanan falls into the third category, according to Frons. "The third case is simply, 'There's an interesting actor out there who wants to play a different role.' When we hire an Ian Buchanan or a Kirsten Storms [Maxie, GH]," he says, "It's not that we believe they bring an automatic following, but rather, we believe they are outstanding actors who will bring a wonderful flavor. That's the philosophy- hiring people who are wonderful actors and hoping they become stars in the roles they come to play on our shows." (SOD 5/24/05)

The Jig is Up for the Baby-Stealing Doc! Greg's baby-stealing days had to come to an end eventually. As Soaps In Depth first reported in November of last year, Ian Buchanan will be exiting AMC this month. "He only signed a contract for a year," says a source close to the actor. "He wants to go back to Los Angeles." The insider adds that Buchanan, who first brought his fertility-specialist alter ego to Pine Valley in May 2005, actually finished taping in April. A spokesperson for AMC had no comment on Buchanan's status with the soap, but setsiders say the daytime veteran will last air in early May. (SID 5/23/06)

Out- It looks like Greg Madden is going to need a doctor on AMC. Rumor has it Ian Buchanan is being written off the show in dramatic fashion. In a recent interview, Buchanan was cagey when asked about the future of his character. "Of course, every character gets to say, 'If I could, I would kill Greg Madden...'" he cracked.  "No comment," responds an AMC rep. (SOW 4/25/06) 

When I visited the All My Children studio yesterday, one of the tasks on my to-do list was to find an actor willing to discuss roles that got away. I was hoping to bump into Ian Buchanan (Greg), who's always willing to dish, and lo and behold, he's the first actor I saw. "Normally I only audition for roles I really, really want," he said, furrowing his brow in concentration. "So, I'm sure there's something." He retired to his dressing room to think, then returned a few minutes later. "Mr. What's-His-Name from THE NANNY," he announced. "Charles Shaughnessy's [ex-Shane, DAYS OF OUR LIVES] part, Mr. Sheffield. I knew Fran [Drescher] and she wanted me to do it, too. I ended up doing the show anyway, guesting on it, but that's not quite the same thing." (excerpt from SOD Insider by Mara Levinsky, 3/23/06)

"Ian Buchanan. I love hearing some of his stories, man. He tells great stories back from the GH days all the way to the present. He's fascinating. I don't know that anyone's got better gossip than him." - Cameron Mathison (Ryan, AMC) on which co-star has the best gossip (SOD 2/7/06)

Can AMC Convince Buchanan to Stay? An insider whispers to In Depth that daytime veteran Ian Buchanan (Greg) will be checking out of Pine Valley come springtime. Apparently, the actor is halfway through his one-year deal with the show and plans on leaving the soap when his contract is up and return to his home base in California. "Even though he loves AMC, he never intended to stay for more than a year," notes our source. (SID 12/20/05)

Complete Cover-Age:  "You know what's funny?" marveled Ian Buchanan as he gazed at the collection of vintage Digest covers on display. "I remember each and every one of these. And I must say, for all our sakes, I'm glad '80s hair is over." (SOD 12/13/05)

Men at Work:  "I bicycle. I used to run, but now I walk a lot. I go to the gym three times a week, do cardio and some weights. I love spin class. Where I lived in L.A., there were great spin classes all around. I haven't found one here yet that I love. I can't do the 5 a.m. spin classes that people love. I can't start the day like that... I'm not a morning person. I can get up and function, but I don't want to work out that early." (SOW 10/11/05)

The Matter at Hand:  Though Ian Buchanan's collaboration with legendary director David Lynch was ultimately a success, as evidenced by Buchanan's 1991 stint on Twin Peaks as Dick, it didn't get off to an auspicious start. "I filmed a Calvin Klein Obsession commercial for him," he recalls, "and I was doing some other project that week in which I had to cut an apple, and I sliced my finger, just sliced right into my thumb. So, then it came time to do the Lynch commerical, and I was supposed to have my arm slung over Lara Flynn Boyle's [ex-Donna, TP] shoulder. So, my first conversation with Lynch was holding out my finger and saying, 'This isn't so good.' He was like, 'Oh. What happened there?' I said, 'Well, I sliced my thumb.' He said, 'Well, tuck it in.' So," he shrugs, 'I tucked in it!" (SOD 10/4/05)

The Doctor is in on AMC:  Ian Buchanan makes his first appearance on May 30. What can the Daytime Emmy-winner tell us about his new alter ego? "His name," Buchanan jokes. "Which is Dr. Greg Madden. And his job: He's a fertility specialist."
     It was Buchanan's former PC boss, Julie Hanan Carruthers (now AMC's executive producer), who offered him the role. "She asked if I was interested and I was," he reports. "I wanted to work with her again, I love New York and I just really like being on a soap." Plus, he became an AMC fan when his good friend, Finola Hughes (ex-Anna), was in the cast. "She'd often call and say, 'Will you watch this stuff I have coming up?' I liked it very much."
     The actor is especially looking forward to sharing scenes with Rebecca Budig (Greenlee) and Susan Lucci (Erica). "I know and love Rebecca," he enthuses, "and I'm very excited to work with Susan; I've known her for about 20 years." But technically speaking, this won't be their first on-screen match up. "I doubt she'd remember, but back when Erica was a model, I was modeling for Ford [modeling agency] and four of us had to come here and be in a nightclub scene with her," Buchanan chuckles. "So, I actually did about three days of ALL MY CHILDREN all those years ago." (SOD 5/31/05)

Who's Coming:  As previously reported, the doc makes his debut on May 30. "I haven't even decided what accent to use!" laughed Buchanan when Digest spoke to him on his first day of taping. "I'm just planning to speak and see what comes out of my mouth." (SOD 5/31/05)

Former GHers Out on the Town (from SID 6/21/05, SOW 6/21/05 and SID 9/27/05)
At the Daytime Emmys-  "I feel like I've waited a long time to do this," said Ian Buchanan, with old GH pals Kin Shriner and Leslie Charleson, of his new gig as AMC's Greg. At the dinner, Ian Buchanan grabbed OLTL's Roger Howarth for a quick pic! AMC's Scott Kinworthy (Joshua), with screen dad Ian Buchanan (Greg), had only been cast a day prior to taping his first episode.	In New York, Ian ran into former GH castmate, Kin Shriner. Both are now working on east coast soaps.  Ian Buchanan was bowled over by his new AMC co-stars, Terri Ivens and Jill Larson (Simone and Opal), at the 9th Annual Bowling Ball to benefit The Children's Advocacy Center of Manhatten.

The Doctor Is In- Silver fox Ian Buchanan (ex-James, The Bold and the Beautiful; ex-Joshua, Port Charles) is coming back to daytime! He'll join AMC as fertility doctor Greg Madden on May 30. Greg will become prominent in the lives of Erica, Kendall and Greenlee. An ABC insider tells TVGuide.com we should look for the doc to expose a "really big, huge secret" about someone in Pine Valley. This is almost as exciting as the fact that Eden Riegel will reprise her role as Bianca to attend Erica's nups later this month! (TV Guide Online, 5/05)

Ian Buchanan joins AMC!  The Emmy-winning soap vet joins the cast in a contract role on May 30 as a fertility specialist who exposes a big secret. Look for him to cross paths with Erica, Kendall and Greenlee. (SOD 5/17/05)

Ian Buchanan will be one of many GHers that will accompany Steve Burton on the film circuit to promote their film "Laws of Gambling." (SID Online, 2/7/05)

Tooth Be Told: While watching Extreme Makeover, you may have noticed Ian Buchanan's picture in the background of the dentist's office. "One of my oldest friends was the dentist and he also has a company that sells office art," explains Buchanan. "He asked me if I would do a portrait and donate my fee to charity, which I did. I never heard anything about it until the Extreme people came into his office. It's on the Osbournes too. Whenever Ozzy gets his teeth cleaned, he sits under my picture. It's so bizarre." (SOD 4/27/04)

Buchanan Back on B&B: Is there a doctor in the house? Actually, there is! Ian Buchanan will reprise his role as Dr. James Warwick on The Bold and Beautiful for several episodes, beginning April 15. James is back to help an old friend. "I haven't been on the set in six years and coming back now, it feels like I was here yesterday," Buchanan chuckles. The actor only has four-day stint slated, "But I'd come back," he exclaims. "I'd love to do more of it." (TV Guide.com)

Soap Spoof! See pictures Finola Hughes and Ian Buchanan as they joined other soap big-hitters on the May 14th episode of Hope and Faith.

IAN BUCHANAN returns to B&B as Dr. James Warwick this month. Just what draws Ian back to B&B time and time again? "The thing I liked about playing James was that he always tried to do the right thing, which is really nice to play," he notes. "He always took the high road on everything and I like that. It's interesting to step right back into it." (CBS Daytime Newsletter 4/8/04)

What's Up Doc? Dr. James Warwick returns to B&B as part of a conspiracy against former fiancee Brooke. "He's come looking for the ring," quips portrayer Ian Buchanan. Not quite. Mossimo contacts James and requests his presence in LA- prmoto- to influence an indecisive Brooke. "James cares for Brooke and wants to help," says Buchanan, so the shrink shows up at Marone's office. But Mass is not alone. The tycoon has invited other interested parties, as well. "James begins to suspect that everything is not aboveboard and that these people are trying to railroad Brooke into something," explains Buchanan.
     The actor is slated to appear in only four episodes, beginning on April 15. Would Buchanan be up for a longer, more permananet gig? "Absolutely," he affirms. "This is really a nice. It feels like I've never been away." Of the brief return that was written, then aborted, at the last minute in 2002, Buchanan says, "the offer from Port Charles [to play Joshua] had come in, and at the time B&B was really my preference, but their offer wasn't quite what it needed to be. Port Charles ended up being a wonderful experience."
     Since leaving B&B in 1999, Buchanan has been busy with stints in daytime, prime-time and film, but don't expect too much to be revealed about what James has been up to. At press time, there were no mentions in the scripts of ex-wife Sheila or their daughter, Mary. (SOD 4/6/04)

The Doctor is In- Ian Buchanan is returning to B&B to reprise the role of Dr. James Warwick for a few episodes. "Ian is so loved here," enthuses Executive Producer/Head Writer Bradley Bell. "But wherever he goes, he's well loved. He's such a wonderful person and a great actor. We're excited about having him back." 
     According to Bell, the shrink is asked to make a special trip to LA by a very unlikely source. "Massimo Marone will contact James, knowning his past with Brooke," previews Bell. "So, James is going to be involved in a very pivotal evening in Brooke's life.
     Since Brooke and James were once engaged, is the manipulative Mass trying once again to oust her from Nick and Ridge's lives by resuscitating a past romance? Or is James called upon to offer his professional expertise to an emotionally distraught Brooke? "You'll have to tune in to find out," chuckles Bell. "But he's going to serve a very useful purpose."
     This isn't the first attempt to bring back Buchanan, who orginated the role in 1993 and was let go in 1998. The actor was slated for a brief encore in August, 2002, so James could reunite with his teenage daughter, Mary, but that deal was scrapped at the last minute due to scheduling conflicts. This time, Buchanan has agreed to a limited run. "Right now, he's coming back for just a few shows, but he may go into another storyline that I have in mind," says Bell. Buchanan's first air date is scheduled to be April 16. (SOD 3/30/04) 

Grapevine/Casting About... Ian Buchanan was recently spotted on the grounds of the CBS studios where B&B tapes. Any pressing reason why he was there? "Just visiting," claims the actor, who is close pals with Susan Flannery (Stephanie). Great, except Flannery wasn't working that day. (SOD 11/11/03)

Bad Boys Make for Good Fun! Ian Buchanan having played a role on David Lynch's far-out Twin Peaks and yukked it up as a co-star on funnyman Garry Shandling's variety series, knows full well the value of well-placed humor. "People like to laugh; there's humor in all our lives, in every situation," he observes. Buchanan goes so far as to say, "I find everything hysterically funny." But does humor have a place on the supernatural-themed/borderline gothic PC? In a word, yes, says the actor. "PC is like a fairy tale," he says, "and fairy tales are very funny. Bad things happen to bad people, and that can be very amusing." (SID 3/4/03)

With PC on summer hiatus, summer plans for Ian Buchanan include:  jetting to London to film Red Light Runners, with Harvey Kietel, Michael Madsen, Chris Penn and Minnie Driver. The feature's production was postponed from its previously reported December 2002 start date. (SID 3/4/03)

Can Joshua get the upper hand?  PC's Joshua may be playing second banana to Stephen right now, but that's not his ultimate goal. He's after more! In fact, he may just be looking to become the pied piper himself.  "He wants power... not to be in the background. He just wants to be recognized," offer Ian Buchanan.  That said, getting rid of his main competition for Stephen's attentions was just the tip of the iceberg for this manipulative character. "Livvie got in the way and distracted Stephen from his work- she had this great power over him," Buchanan says of the reason Joshua tried to drown her. Now, the right-hand man's been sent to Capri to keep an eye on Stephen's wife, Elizabeth, while at the same time keeping Alison away from Slayer Rafe. Might this just be the opportunity Joshua's been looking for to prove himself? Or will he learn the true meaning of the old adage "Be careful what you wish for?" (SID 2/4/03)

Buchanan explores the dark side!  After weeks of speculation about Ian Buchanan's role on PC, the actor makes his first appearance on October 16 as Joshua Tmeple, manager of the band Stephen Clay Experience.  "He's sort of dark, manipulative and ruthless," Buchanan shares. "He's very different [from the other characters I've played on daytime]. Duke was bad for a little while, but this guy is really bad."
     It came as a surprise to the actor to learn first that he wasn't going back to B&B (where he had been scheduled to return until a rewrite delayed things) and then that he wouldn't be re-entering the Port Charles canvas as Duke. "It's not odd," Buchanan insists of working on GH's sister show as a different character. As for B&B, it was strictly business." It was a matter of first come, first serve: Whoever closed the deal first, that's where I was going to go work." Still, don't rule out another BOLD turn: "Who knows what the future is; I don't know," he teases. "I'm at PC through the book, which is great, but I don't know what will happen after that."

Backward Glances:  As his last days as Dr. James Warwick draw near, Ian Buchanan reflects on his first days in daytime as Duke Lavery on General Hospital. "It was a very exciting time," he says. I was there a week taping shows and wondering why somebody hadn't picked up the colored tape stuck on the floor. I didn't realize it was supposed to be where you stood." Learning camera angles was also a daunting task. "I wasn't paying any attention to that at all," chuckles Buchanan. "[Then-Executive Producer] Gloria Monty once took me to the booth and we looked at the scene I had just taped. She said, "Doesn't it bother you that your back is to the camera?' I was totally oblivious." (SOD 3/2/99)