Why are there no African American Soap Operas and why aren't there more African !


Question:

Why are there no African American Soap Operas and why aren't there more African Americans on Soap Operas?

These are questions I ask myself every time I watch a Soap Opera. It's weird because it's a well known fact that African Americans watch more soaps than anyone. I grew up on the Young and the Restless, Dynasty, Dallas, and General Hospital (thanks to my grandmother) but it's rare that I see black characters. The ones that are on don't have the best storylines. Here is another question....

Why aren't there more minorities on Soap Operas period???

Society has changed but the world of Soap Operas has stayed the same.

What do you think?

Additional Details

2 weeks ago
When I say Soap Opera...I mean character driven...something written and performed. Don't post stupid replies...it makes you look stupid. And BET doesn't have any. Refer to Dictionary.com for a definition of Soap Opera.

2 weeks ago
Chuck E....have you ever heard of TIVO? Grow a brain... dummy.

2 weeks ago
Im Not Feel N-U You may be right!....white women are homemakers.


Answers:

And have you ever noticed that the characters that they do have are obviously mixed with something with the exception of Olivia from Y&R( dont watch anything but CBS so dont know about all other soaps). I cant say why but with Victoria Rowell leaving Y&R it is not getting better. We have taken a step backwards. ATWT has also taken a step backwards with Jade leaving, even though I hated her. For the most part I have stopped watching soaps with all white casts. I dont watch B&B for that reason and the incest turns my stomach. I have stopped watching ATWT because there was only one black character and I hated her plus Mike left. I have never really liked GL anyway. Maybe if they lost the minority audience that would make a difference. If they lost it they would be forced to do something. But they havent lost it yet. Maybe you should start one. If you need help shoot me an email. Even the soap opera writers come here to steal my ideas. LOL.


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