Jeffrey Carlson, whose acting credits included playing one of daytime-tv’s first transgender characters (on ABC’s All My Children), has died at age 48.
The news was shared on Twitter by Time Out New York theater critic Adam Feldman; a cause of death was not given.
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Carlson made his All My Children debut in August 2006 as Freddie Luper aka Zarf, a British rock musician.
The news was shared on Twitter by Time Out New York theater critic Adam Feldman; a cause of death was not given.
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Carlson made his All My Children debut in August 2006 as Freddie Luper aka Zarf, a British rock musician.
- 7/9/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Heather Stevens (Vail Bloom) is a legacy character on The Young and the Restless. After a ten-year absence, Heather is returning to Genoa City. As the countdown to her return begins, here’s everything you need to know about the character.
The Young and the Restless star Vail Bloom I Frazer Harrison/WireImage Who plays Heather Stevens on ‘The Young and the Restless’
Heather is the daughter of the legacy character Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) on The Young and the Restless. She was born in 1979 and, during the character’s early life, was portrayed by many child actors. As a teenager, Heather was played by Conci Nelson, who is the daughter of the show’s former head writer Kay Alden.
In July 2007, Bloom took over as the adult Heather when the character returned to Genoa City. Bloom’s reign as lasted nearly three years before she left in March 2010. The following month,...
The Young and the Restless star Vail Bloom I Frazer Harrison/WireImage Who plays Heather Stevens on ‘The Young and the Restless’
Heather is the daughter of the legacy character Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) on The Young and the Restless. She was born in 1979 and, during the character’s early life, was portrayed by many child actors. As a teenager, Heather was played by Conci Nelson, who is the daughter of the show’s former head writer Kay Alden.
In July 2007, Bloom took over as the adult Heather when the character returned to Genoa City. Bloom’s reign as lasted nearly three years before she left in March 2010. The following month,...
- 2/7/2023
- by Carol Cassada
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Vail Bloom got her big break on the soap opera The Young and the Restless. Bloom was a leading lady on the CBS series for three years before embarking on other projects. As Bloom returns to her roots, let’s look at her time on the soap opera.
The Young and the Restless star Vail Bloom I David Livingston/Getty Images What character did Vail Bloom play on ‘The Young and the Restless’?
In July 2007, Bloom made her The Young and the Restless debut as Heather Stevens. Heather is the daughter of legacy characters Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) and April Stevens (Cindy Eilbacher). Heather spends most of her childhood living in New York with her mother and has little contact with Paul.
A grown-up Heather returns to Genoa City in 2007 and starts work as the district attorney. Heather’s relationship with her dad is strained, but the two eventually reconnect.
The Young and the Restless star Vail Bloom I David Livingston/Getty Images What character did Vail Bloom play on ‘The Young and the Restless’?
In July 2007, Bloom made her The Young and the Restless debut as Heather Stevens. Heather is the daughter of legacy characters Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) and April Stevens (Cindy Eilbacher). Heather spends most of her childhood living in New York with her mother and has little contact with Paul.
A grown-up Heather returns to Genoa City in 2007 and starts work as the district attorney. Heather’s relationship with her dad is strained, but the two eventually reconnect.
- 1/24/2023
- by Carol Cassada
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Stars of ABC’s classic daytime dramas All My Children, One Life to Live and General Hospital will reunite next month to present a streaming concert of their past musical performances benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway will gather musical performances by soap stars including Susan Lucci, Anthony Geary and Eva La Rue during the seven annual benefit concerts staged in New York from 2005-11. The daytime actors will revisit the performances in new interviews as part of the special.
The special will stream free of charge on February 11. See viewing options below.
The lineup of performers includes Bobbie Eakes, Melissa Claire Egan, Vincent Irizarry, Eva La Rue, Susan Lucci, Cameron Mathison, Eden Riegel, Chrishell Stause and Walt Willey (from All My Children); Kristen Alderson, BethAnn Fuenmayor, Kathy Brier, Kassie DePaiva, David Gregory, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Catherine Hickland, Mark Lawson, Hillary B. Smith, Jason Tam...
ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway will gather musical performances by soap stars including Susan Lucci, Anthony Geary and Eva La Rue during the seven annual benefit concerts staged in New York from 2005-11. The daytime actors will revisit the performances in new interviews as part of the special.
The special will stream free of charge on February 11. See viewing options below.
The lineup of performers includes Bobbie Eakes, Melissa Claire Egan, Vincent Irizarry, Eva La Rue, Susan Lucci, Cameron Mathison, Eden Riegel, Chrishell Stause and Walt Willey (from All My Children); Kristen Alderson, BethAnn Fuenmayor, Kathy Brier, Kassie DePaiva, David Gregory, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Catherine Hickland, Mark Lawson, Hillary B. Smith, Jason Tam...
- 1/14/2021
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Who were the best LGBTQ couples in daytime soap opera history? The sad truth is that there aren’t that many to choose from. Despite the shows dipping their toes in the water with queer characters and storylines in the 1990s — like Ryan Phillippe as groundbreaking gay teen Billy Douglas on “One Life to Live” from 1992 to 1993 — the show shied away from romance for its queer characters until the 21st century. Scroll down to read some of our forum posters’ favorites below.
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In 2000 “All My Children” made history when Bianca Montgomery (played by Eden Riegel) came out as a lesbian. As the daughter of Erica Kane (Susan Lucci), it was the first time such an important legacy character was written to be gay. She had a few romances over the years, including twins Frankie and Maggie Stone (Elizabeth Hendrickson...
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In 2000 “All My Children” made history when Bianca Montgomery (played by Eden Riegel) came out as a lesbian. As the daughter of Erica Kane (Susan Lucci), it was the first time such an important legacy character was written to be gay. She had a few romances over the years, including twins Frankie and Maggie Stone (Elizabeth Hendrickson...
- 6/16/2020
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
All My Children and Santa Barbara vet John Callahan died on Saturday morning after suffering a massive stroke at his home in Palm Desert, Calif. He was 66.
“May flights of angels wing you to your rest, my dear friend,” Callahan’s ex-wife and former AMC screen partner, Eva La Rue, shared on Instagram. (The two were wed from 1996 to 2005, and have an 18-year-old daughter, Kaya McKenna.) “Your bigger-than-life, gregarious personality will leave a hole in our hearts forever.
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“May flights of angels wing you to your rest, my dear friend,” Callahan’s ex-wife and former AMC screen partner, Eva La Rue, shared on Instagram. (The two were wed from 1996 to 2005, and have an 18-year-old daughter, Kaya McKenna.) “Your bigger-than-life, gregarious personality will leave a hole in our hearts forever.
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- 3/28/2020
- TVLine.com
Joseph Baxter Feb 17, 2020
A trailer has hit for Apple TV+’s reboot of Steven Spielberg’s classic 1980s anthology series, Amazing Stories.
Amazing Stories, the classic 1985-1987 NBC anthology television series that carried the unmistakable aura of optimistic wonder of Steven Spielberg, is making a comeback over thirty years in the making, evidenced more vividly than ever before with the arrival of the first trailer for the Apple TV+ reboot series.
The Amazing Stories trailer is a manic montage of marvel, showcasing an initial set of anthological episodes that will manifest with five unique stories. – Oh, and fans of the original series will be very satisfied to know that the iconic orchestral theme song from the original series is not only represented here, but remains intact in its original form.
Video of Amazing Stories — Official Trailer | Apple TV+
While there still isn’t all that much out there in terms...
A trailer has hit for Apple TV+’s reboot of Steven Spielberg’s classic 1980s anthology series, Amazing Stories.
Amazing Stories, the classic 1985-1987 NBC anthology television series that carried the unmistakable aura of optimistic wonder of Steven Spielberg, is making a comeback over thirty years in the making, evidenced more vividly than ever before with the arrival of the first trailer for the Apple TV+ reboot series.
The Amazing Stories trailer is a manic montage of marvel, showcasing an initial set of anthological episodes that will manifest with five unique stories. – Oh, and fans of the original series will be very satisfied to know that the iconic orchestral theme song from the original series is not only represented here, but remains intact in its original form.
Video of Amazing Stories — Official Trailer | Apple TV+
While there still isn’t all that much out there in terms...
- 2/17/2020
- Den of Geek
Exclusive: Wendie Malick, Gravity Falls‘ Alex Hirsch and Boss Baby‘s Sarah-Nicole Robles have been set to lead the voice cast of The Owl House, Disney Channel’s upcoming animated fantasy comedy series. They will be joined for the first season, set to premiere in early 2020, by guests including Matthew Rhys, Isabella Rossellini and Mae Whitman.
Tati Gabrielle (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), Bumper Robinson (The Game), Issac Ryan Brown (Raven’s Home), Parvesh Cheena (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) and Eden Riegel (All My Children) will voice guest roles for Season 1.
The news for the series comes as it secured a berth at next month’s New York Comic Con. Malick, Hirsch and Robles will join creator/executive producer Dana Terrace (DuckTales) and art director Ricky Cometa (Steven Universe) for the New York Comic Con panel, set for October 4.
The Owl House follows Luz (voiced by Robles), a self-assured teenage girl who stumbles...
Tati Gabrielle (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), Bumper Robinson (The Game), Issac Ryan Brown (Raven’s Home), Parvesh Cheena (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) and Eden Riegel (All My Children) will voice guest roles for Season 1.
The news for the series comes as it secured a berth at next month’s New York Comic Con. Malick, Hirsch and Robles will join creator/executive producer Dana Terrace (DuckTales) and art director Ricky Cometa (Steven Universe) for the New York Comic Con panel, set for October 4.
The Owl House follows Luz (voiced by Robles), a self-assured teenage girl who stumbles...
- 9/5/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
1966: Mia Farrow left Peyton Place.
1979: Calvin had a big day on Edge of Night.
1985: Ryan's Hope's D.J. celebrated her 16th birthday.
2006: Sami and Austin's wedding began."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield) set up a meeting with Roger Collins (Louis Edmonds), Burke (Mitchell Ryan) and Sam Evans (David Ford) to settle the manslaughter case once and for all.
1966: Mia Farrow aired for the final time as Allison Mackenzie in Peyton Place.
1974: Christopher Allport...
1979: Calvin had a big day on Edge of Night.
1985: Ryan's Hope's D.J. celebrated her 16th birthday.
2006: Sami and Austin's wedding began."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield) set up a meeting with Roger Collins (Louis Edmonds), Burke (Mitchell Ryan) and Sam Evans (David Ford) to settle the manslaughter case once and for all.
1966: Mia Farrow aired for the final time as Allison Mackenzie in Peyton Place.
1974: Christopher Allport...
- 8/31/2019
- by Unknown
- We Love Soaps
1986: Another World's Cass was determined to see Kathleen.
1991: Days of our Lives' Jack and Jennifer saw a familiar star.
2002: Passions' Theresa begged for help during her execution.
2003: All My Children's Bianca burned her clothes after the rape."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Mary-Ellis Bunim was born. She produced daytime soap operas Search for Tomorrow, As the World Turns, Santa Barbara and Loving before moving into reality television with The Real World. She died in 2004 at age 57.
1954: On Search for Tomorrow, Joanne Barron...
1991: Days of our Lives' Jack and Jennifer saw a familiar star.
2002: Passions' Theresa begged for help during her execution.
2003: All My Children's Bianca burned her clothes after the rape."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Mary-Ellis Bunim was born. She produced daytime soap operas Search for Tomorrow, As the World Turns, Santa Barbara and Loving before moving into reality television with The Real World. She died in 2004 at age 57.
1954: On Search for Tomorrow, Joanne Barron...
- 7/16/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
"History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1947: On Lora Lawton, Lora (Jan Miner) continued to worry about Peter. The Frank and Anne Hummert radio soap opera ran from 1943 to 1950 on NBC.
1954: On Portia Faces Life, Portia (Frances Reid) was busy taking non-stop phone calls.
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield), manager of the Collins Fishing Fleet, warned Elizabeth (Joan Bennett) that Burke wanted to take everything the Collins family owned.
1971: On Another World, when Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) returned to Bay City, Steve (George Reinholt) was...
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1947: On Lora Lawton, Lora (Jan Miner) continued to worry about Peter. The Frank and Anne Hummert radio soap opera ran from 1943 to 1950 on NBC.
1954: On Portia Faces Life, Portia (Frances Reid) was busy taking non-stop phone calls.
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield), manager of the Collins Fishing Fleet, warned Elizabeth (Joan Bennett) that Burke wanted to take everything the Collins family owned.
1971: On Another World, when Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) returned to Bay City, Steve (George Reinholt) was...
- 7/8/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
“Pride as an Asian-American transgender woman means to me an opportunity to be visible, and I’m so honored and grateful to ‘General Hospital’ and ABC as a network for allowing me to be visible and to continue to contribute to the narrative of my beautiful transgender community,” says Cassandra James. She’s a transgender actress who plays transgender doctor Terry Randolph in the ABC soap. “Gh” shared her special Pride message with fans on Twitter. Scroll down to watch it at the bottom of this post.
“It’s not lost on me the importance of the work that I’m doing, the importance of Terry, the character that I play, who is an out trans woman, who is a doctor, who has love and support from her friends in Port Charles,” the actress adds. “I think it’s fair to say that these types of portrayals are still quite rare,...
“It’s not lost on me the importance of the work that I’m doing, the importance of Terry, the character that I play, who is an out trans woman, who is a doctor, who has love and support from her friends in Port Charles,” the actress adds. “I think it’s fair to say that these types of portrayals are still quite rare,...
- 6/28/2019
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1969: Dark Shadows' Laura was stopped by Angelique.
1983: Ryan's Hope's Delia spotted a familiar face in a play.
1994: General Hospital's Bobbie was kicked out by Tony.
2008: All My Children's Greg visited Jenny's grave."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Another World, Bill (Joseph Gallison) joked about Missy (Carol Roux) being an heiress, but Missy wasn't interested in the money she inherited from her mother.
1969: On Dark Shadows, Angelique (Lara Parker) grabbed the hammer and stake away from Laura (Diana Millay), "My name is Angelique,...
1983: Ryan's Hope's Delia spotted a familiar face in a play.
1994: General Hospital's Bobbie was kicked out by Tony.
2008: All My Children's Greg visited Jenny's grave."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Another World, Bill (Joseph Gallison) joked about Missy (Carol Roux) being an heiress, but Missy wasn't interested in the money she inherited from her mother.
1969: On Dark Shadows, Angelique (Lara Parker) grabbed the hammer and stake away from Laura (Diana Millay), "My name is Angelique,...
- 5/23/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1968: Dark Shadows' Mrs. Johnson had a terrible dream.
1981: John Dixon took a tumble down the stairs on As the World Turns.
2002: All My Children's Bianca called her sister, Kendall, "evil".
2010: It was prom night for One Life to Live's Starr X'd Lovers."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Cassandra (Lara Parker) encouraged Mrs. Johnson (Clarice Blackburn) to get some sleep but Mrs. Johnson told her she was afraid of having a terrible dream. Once Mrs. Johnson fell asleep she had the dream,...
1981: John Dixon took a tumble down the stairs on As the World Turns.
2002: All My Children's Bianca called her sister, Kendall, "evil".
2010: It was prom night for One Life to Live's Starr X'd Lovers."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Cassandra (Lara Parker) encouraged Mrs. Johnson (Clarice Blackburn) to get some sleep but Mrs. Johnson told her she was afraid of having a terrible dream. Once Mrs. Johnson fell asleep she had the dream,...
- 5/15/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1967: Dark Shadows' Jason asked patience from Willie.
1979: Guiding Light's Rita had a nightmare about Roger.
1985: As the World Turns' Bob and Kim were married.
1994: Another World's Carl planned on proposing to Rachel."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1967: On Dark Shadows, Jason McGuire (Dennis Patrick) implored Willie Loomis (John Karlen) to wait on getting revenge against Burke Devlin (Mitchell Ryan) until after they got their money.
1979: On Guiding Light, Rita Bauer (Lenore Kasdorf) had a nightmare about Roger Thorpe (Michael Zaslow...
1979: Guiding Light's Rita had a nightmare about Roger.
1985: As the World Turns' Bob and Kim were married.
1994: Another World's Carl planned on proposing to Rachel."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1967: On Dark Shadows, Jason McGuire (Dennis Patrick) implored Willie Loomis (John Karlen) to wait on getting revenge against Burke Devlin (Mitchell Ryan) until after they got their money.
1979: On Guiding Light, Rita Bauer (Lenore Kasdorf) had a nightmare about Roger Thorpe (Michael Zaslow...
- 4/12/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1962: Search for Tomorrow's Marge was upset when adoption
plans fell through. 1982: Sft made its NBC debut.
1982: The first daytime episode of Capitol aired on CBS.
2004: All My Children's Kendall told Bianca her baby was dead."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On Search for Tomorrow, Marge Bergman (Melba Rae) reeled from Monica's (Barbara Baxley) decision to not give Jimmy up for adoption. She later went to friends Joanne (Mary Stuart) and Arthur Tate (Terry O'Sullivan) for solace.
1962: On As the World Turns,...
plans fell through. 1982: Sft made its NBC debut.
1982: The first daytime episode of Capitol aired on CBS.
2004: All My Children's Kendall told Bianca her baby was dead."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On Search for Tomorrow, Marge Bergman (Melba Rae) reeled from Monica's (Barbara Baxley) decision to not give Jimmy up for adoption. She later went to friends Joanne (Mary Stuart) and Arthur Tate (Terry O'Sullivan) for solace.
1962: On As the World Turns,...
- 4/1/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1970: A World Apart and The Best of Everything premiered on ABC.
Another World spinoff Somerset premiered on NBC.
Dark Shadows' Maggie found a mysterious note."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1970: Daytime soap opera A World Apart premiered on ABC. The show was created by Katherine L. Phillips, Irna Phillips' daughter, and combined Irna's own life story with examples of the generation gap. Susan Sarandon and Matthew Cowles were siblings Patrice and Chris Kahlman, adopted children of soap opera writer Better Kahlman (played by...
Another World spinoff Somerset premiered on NBC.
Dark Shadows' Maggie found a mysterious note."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1970: Daytime soap opera A World Apart premiered on ABC. The show was created by Katherine L. Phillips, Irna Phillips' daughter, and combined Irna's own life story with examples of the generation gap. Susan Sarandon and Matthew Cowles were siblings Patrice and Chris Kahlman, adopted children of soap opera writer Better Kahlman (played by...
- 4/1/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1979: Another World's Alice wasn't sure she should marry Dan.
1979: Guiding Light's newly arrived Ross rook Roger's case.
1990: General Hospital's "Duke" died in Anna's arms.
2004: All My Children's Bianca gave birth to Miranda."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) was shot in the shoulder after a struggling over a gun with her prison guard (Howard Honig). Peter Bradford (Roger Davis) and Victoria attempted to leave the jail.
1976: On Ryan's Hope, Johnny (Bernard Barrow) made peace with...
1979: Guiding Light's newly arrived Ross rook Roger's case.
1990: General Hospital's "Duke" died in Anna's arms.
2004: All My Children's Bianca gave birth to Miranda."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) was shot in the shoulder after a struggling over a gun with her prison guard (Howard Honig). Peter Bradford (Roger Davis) and Victoria attempted to leave the jail.
1976: On Ryan's Hope, Johnny (Bernard Barrow) made peace with...
- 3/19/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1971: DS' Bramwell was distraught over losing Daphne.
1984: Rh's Maeve and Johnny received a donation.
1990: Gh's Jerry and "Duke" shot each other.
2001: Oltl's Blair slipped off the Palace Hotel roof."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1942: Irna Phillips' radio soap opera The Guiding Light returned to NBC Radio. After Gl was canceled by sponsor Procter & Gamble, listeners sent over 75,000 letters in protest, leading General Mills to pick up the show 11 weeks later. Gl was canceled again on November 29, 1946, but returned again on...
1984: Rh's Maeve and Johnny received a donation.
1990: Gh's Jerry and "Duke" shot each other.
2001: Oltl's Blair slipped off the Palace Hotel roof."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1942: Irna Phillips' radio soap opera The Guiding Light returned to NBC Radio. After Gl was canceled by sponsor Procter & Gamble, listeners sent over 75,000 letters in protest, leading General Mills to pick up the show 11 weeks later. Gl was canceled again on November 29, 1946, but returned again on...
- 3/18/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1971: Erika Slezak debuted as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1971: Erika Slezak debuted as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live. The role had been originated by Gillian Spencer in 1968, then assumed by Joanne Dorian starting in 1970. Slezak played the role for 41 years on ABC, and one additional season when show aired online in 2013.
1975: Tom O'Rourke (who would later become Guiding Light's Justin Marler) auditioned for (and landed) a one day gig as a construction boss on Search for Tomorrow.
― Anselm Kiefer
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1971: Erika Slezak debuted as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live. The role had been originated by Gillian Spencer in 1968, then assumed by Joanne Dorian starting in 1970. Slezak played the role for 41 years on ABC, and one additional season when show aired online in 2013.
1975: Tom O'Rourke (who would later become Guiding Light's Justin Marler) auditioned for (and landed) a one day gig as a construction boss on Search for Tomorrow.
- 3/18/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1968: Dark Shadows' Bathia went up in flames.
1985: Australian soap opera Neighbours premiered.
1988: General Hospital's Duke was involved in a shootout.
2004: All My Children's Bianca went into labor."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Bathia Mapes (Anita Bolster) tried to drive Angeligue out but announced she had failed and feared for her life. She said she felt herself on fire then flames sprung up around her.
1977: On Another World, Liz Matthews (Irene Dailey) was upset when Alice (Susan Harney...
1985: Australian soap opera Neighbours premiered.
1988: General Hospital's Duke was involved in a shootout.
2004: All My Children's Bianca went into labor."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Bathia Mapes (Anita Bolster) tried to drive Angeligue out but announced she had failed and feared for her life. She said she felt herself on fire then flames sprung up around her.
1977: On Another World, Liz Matthews (Irene Dailey) was upset when Alice (Susan Harney...
- 3/18/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Greg Rikaart is no stranger to the Daytime Emmys. He earned five Best Supporting Actor nominations for his role as Kevin Fisher on “The Young and the Restless”, winning on his very first try. He also earned a nomination for Best New Approaches–Daytime Entertainment as part of the cast of the online series “Imaginary Bitches.” But Rikaart could make history if he wins for his new role on “Days of Our Lives.” He would be the first to win Best Supporting Actor for a gay role. And he would be the first openly gay actor to win for a gay role in any category.
Soaps operas were slow to embrace Lgbt characters and storylines, so only a handful of actors have ever won for queer characters in any category. Eden Riegel was the first when she won Best Younger Actress in 2005 for playing Erica Kane’s daughter Bianca on...
Soaps operas were slow to embrace Lgbt characters and storylines, so only a handful of actors have ever won for queer characters in any category. Eden Riegel was the first when she won Best Younger Actress in 2005 for playing Erica Kane’s daughter Bianca on...
- 3/12/2019
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1965: Peyton Place's Elliot learned he was a grandfather.
1971: Dark Shadows' Gabriel stabbed Kendrick.
1989: Another World's original Donna Love returned.
2004: All My Children's Bianca remembered killing Michael."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On The Edge of Night, Louise (Mary K. Wells) learned about Phil's (Ray MacDonnell) car crash, unaware that he had been replaced by a double, John Lambert (Ray MacDonnell).
1965: On As the World Turns, Chris (Don MacLaughlin) told Pa (Santos Ortega) about a rare disease that Dan had contracted,...
1971: Dark Shadows' Gabriel stabbed Kendrick.
1989: Another World's original Donna Love returned.
2004: All My Children's Bianca remembered killing Michael."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On The Edge of Night, Louise (Mary K. Wells) learned about Phil's (Ray MacDonnell) car crash, unaware that he had been replaced by a double, John Lambert (Ray MacDonnell).
1965: On As the World Turns, Chris (Don MacLaughlin) told Pa (Santos Ortega) about a rare disease that Dan had contracted,...
- 2/23/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1981: General Hospital's Lesley had no shortage of admirers.
1985: Daniel confessed his love for Krystle on Dynasty.
1989: Gl's Reva and Sonni walked across a suspension bridge.
2009: The wedding of All My Children's Reese and Bianca began."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1939: Virgina Payne joined the cast of radio soap opera The Carters of Elm Street as Ms. Carter. Payne was best known for her 27-year run as "Ma Perkins".
1974: Joseph Gallison debuted on Days of our Lives as Neil Curtis, a role...
1985: Daniel confessed his love for Krystle on Dynasty.
1989: Gl's Reva and Sonni walked across a suspension bridge.
2009: The wedding of All My Children's Reese and Bianca began."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: Virgina Payne joined the cast of radio soap opera The Carters of Elm Street as Ms. Carter. Payne was best known for her 27-year run as "Ma Perkins".
1974: Joseph Gallison debuted on Days of our Lives as Neil Curtis, a role...
- 2/13/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1979: Primetime soap opera Knots Landing premiered on CBS.
2002: Days of our Lives' Chloe learned Craig was her father.
2004: All My Children's Bianca was reunited with baby Miranda."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1963: On The Edge of Night, Emory Warren (William Berger) came closer to realizing his murderous plan.
1971: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) filled Dr. Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce) about her time with her mother during the holidays.
1976: On Ryan's Hope, Jack Fenelli (Michael Levin) demanded an explanation...
2002: Days of our Lives' Chloe learned Craig was her father.
2004: All My Children's Bianca was reunited with baby Miranda."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1963: On The Edge of Night, Emory Warren (William Berger) came closer to realizing his murderous plan.
1971: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) filled Dr. Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce) about her time with her mother during the holidays.
1976: On Ryan's Hope, Jack Fenelli (Michael Levin) demanded an explanation...
- 12/27/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1955: Love of Life's Van wanted to adopt Carol.
1986: Search for Tomorrow's Jo had a dream.
2000: All My Children's Bianca came out to Erica.
2008: Atwt's Lucinda didn't know Brian had a thing for her grandson."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On Bachelor's Children, Sam and Ruth Ann kept an anxious vigil at the hospital as Sam's wife, Janet, delivered their first child. Complications ensued during the birth, and the ordeal stretched late into the night. Sam tried to rest in the deserted waiting...
1986: Search for Tomorrow's Jo had a dream.
2000: All My Children's Bianca came out to Erica.
2008: Atwt's Lucinda didn't know Brian had a thing for her grandson."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On Bachelor's Children, Sam and Ruth Ann kept an anxious vigil at the hospital as Sam's wife, Janet, delivered their first child. Complications ensued during the birth, and the ordeal stretched late into the night. Sam tried to rest in the deserted waiting...
- 12/22/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1968: Joan Crawford aired for the final time on The Secret Storm.
1980: Edge of Night's Clown Puppet killer was lurking.
1985: Capitol's Leanne collapsed.
1985: Santa Barbara's C.C. remained on life support."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1968: On Dark Shadows, Mrs. Johnson (Clarice Blackburn) walked in while Joe (Joel Crothers) was trying to kill Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) so Joe ran off. Elizabeth (Joan Bennett) and Roger (Louis Edmonds) found Joe in the Collins mausoleum and brought him back to Collinwood where he addmitted that he tried to kill Barnabas, and said he would try again.
1980: Edge of Night's Clown Puppet killer was lurking.
1985: Capitol's Leanne collapsed.
1985: Santa Barbara's C.C. remained on life support."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Mrs. Johnson (Clarice Blackburn) walked in while Joe (Joel Crothers) was trying to kill Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) so Joe ran off. Elizabeth (Joan Bennett) and Roger (Louis Edmonds) found Joe in the Collins mausoleum and brought him back to Collinwood where he addmitted that he tried to kill Barnabas, and said he would try again.
- 10/31/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1933: The Romance of Helen Trent premiered.
1987: Matthew Ashford debuted as Jack on Days of our Lives.
1985: Guiding Light's Reva almost ran into Josh at Cedars.
2008: All My Children's Reese and Miranda surprised Bianca."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1933: The Romance of Helen Trent debuted over CBS Radio. The show aired 7,222 episodes during its run until June 24, 1960. Created by the husband-and-wife team of Frank and Anne Hummert, Helen Trent was conceived as the epitome of virtue in a world where behavior was usually judged in black-and-white terms. Helen Trent never smoked, drank, or...
1987: Matthew Ashford debuted as Jack on Days of our Lives.
1985: Guiding Light's Reva almost ran into Josh at Cedars.
2008: All My Children's Reese and Miranda surprised Bianca."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1933: The Romance of Helen Trent debuted over CBS Radio. The show aired 7,222 episodes during its run until June 24, 1960. Created by the husband-and-wife team of Frank and Anne Hummert, Helen Trent was conceived as the epitome of virtue in a world where behavior was usually judged in black-and-white terms. Helen Trent never smoked, drank, or...
- 10/31/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Late Show with Stephen Colbert writer Ariel Dumas apologized yesterday for tweeting about her happiness in helping to ruin Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s life. Considering Kavanaugh had just secured a lifelong gig on the Supreme Court, the “ruined life” tweet was, as Dumas later said, an attempt at sarcasm.
But did Dumas go too far – in apologizing? Many of her fellow comedy writers are coming to her defense. One even pledged “fire and fury” from Dumas’ fellow female comedy writers if the CBS Late Show writer is “financially” punished.
“Every comedy writer supports you,” tweeted Danny Zuker, executive producer of ABC’s Modern Family. “How great would it be if the people trolling you were this outraged over a woman being sexually assaulted?
Kathy Griffin tweeted Monday that Dumas is “a comedy writer, being held to a higher standard than the President of the United States. Love you @ArielDumas, f*ck the haters.
But did Dumas go too far – in apologizing? Many of her fellow comedy writers are coming to her defense. One even pledged “fire and fury” from Dumas’ fellow female comedy writers if the CBS Late Show writer is “financially” punished.
“Every comedy writer supports you,” tweeted Danny Zuker, executive producer of ABC’s Modern Family. “How great would it be if the people trolling you were this outraged over a woman being sexually assaulted?
Kathy Griffin tweeted Monday that Dumas is “a comedy writer, being held to a higher standard than the President of the United States. Love you @ArielDumas, f*ck the haters.
- 10/8/2018
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
1966: Mia Farrow left Peyton Place.
1979: Calvin had a big day on Edge of Night.
1985: Ryan's Hope's D.J. celebrated her 16th birthday.
2006: Sami and Austin's wedding began."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield) set up a meeting with Roger Collins (Louis Edmonds), Burke (Mitchell Ryan) and Sam Evans (David Ford) to settle the manslaughter case once and for all.
1966: Mia Farrow aired for the final time as Allison Mackenzie in Peyton Place.
1974: Christopher Allport aired for the last time as Tim McGowan in Another World.
1979: Calvin had a big day on Edge of Night.
1985: Ryan's Hope's D.J. celebrated her 16th birthday.
2006: Sami and Austin's wedding began."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield) set up a meeting with Roger Collins (Louis Edmonds), Burke (Mitchell Ryan) and Sam Evans (David Ford) to settle the manslaughter case once and for all.
1966: Mia Farrow aired for the final time as Allison Mackenzie in Peyton Place.
1974: Christopher Allport aired for the last time as Tim McGowan in Another World.
- 8/29/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1975: Ryan's Hope premiered on ABC."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1947: On Lora Lawton, Lora (Jan Miner) continued to worry about Peter. The Frank and Anne Hummert radio soap opera ran from 1943 to 1950 on NBC.
1954: On Portia Faces Life, Portia (Frances Reid) was busy taking non-stop phone calls.
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield), manager of the Collins Fishing Fleet, warned Elizabeth (Joan Bennett...
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1947: On Lora Lawton, Lora (Jan Miner) continued to worry about Peter. The Frank and Anne Hummert radio soap opera ran from 1943 to 1950 on NBC.
1954: On Portia Faces Life, Portia (Frances Reid) was busy taking non-stop phone calls.
1966: On Dark Shadows, Bill Malloy (Frank Schofield), manager of the Collins Fishing Fleet, warned Elizabeth (Joan Bennett...
- 7/9/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1986: Another World's Cass was determined to see Kathleen.
1991: Days of our Lives' Jack and Jennifer saw a familiar star.
2002: Passions' Theresa begged for help during her execution.
2003: All My Children's Bianca burned her clothes after the rape."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Mary-Ellis Bunim was born. She produced daytime soap operas Search for Tomorrow, As the World Turns, Santa Barbara and Loving...
1991: Days of our Lives' Jack and Jennifer saw a familiar star.
2002: Passions' Theresa begged for help during her execution.
2003: All My Children's Bianca burned her clothes after the rape."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Mary-Ellis Bunim was born. She produced daytime soap operas Search for Tomorrow, As the World Turns, Santa Barbara and Loving...
- 7/9/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Donald Trump’s most winning week of his presidency continued today with Justice Anthony Kennedy announcing his pending retirement from the Supreme Court, and Hollywood types are making their feelings known about it. The mostly unsurprising news came hours after Scotus struck down a pro-union Illinois law and a day after it upheld Trump’s Muslim travel ban.
Kennedy has been the swing vote on a divided court since he was nominated by President Reagan in 1988 and confirmed on a 97-0 Senate vote. While left-leaners are un-thrilled about his siding with the conservative majority in the two crucial decisions this week – and his votes on key states-rights issues over the decades — he has been the key deciding vote in many progressive causes. They include Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992), which preserved the foundation of legal abortion from Roe v. Wade; the majority decision upholding affirmative action; and a series of gay-rights rulings, most famously the freedom of same-sex marriage via Obergefell v. Hodges three years ago.
Here is a sampling of reaction to Kennedy’s announcement from showbiz people, TV news pundits, some prominent politicians and others. We’ll add to the post as they come in, so refresh for the latest.
Okay yes I love the Handmaids Tale – that doesn’t mean I want to live in it. https://t.co/JkGnZbH088
— Whitney Cummings (@WhitneyCummings) June 27, 2018
#JusticeKennedy was no flaming liberal. He wrote the majority opinion on #CitizensUnited that allowed Corporations to pump as much money into political elections as they want. He also elected George Bush in 2000.
— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) June 27, 2018
Justice Kennedy retiring – great opportunity to make America great again!
— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) June 27, 2018
The illegitimate Potus will now try to ram a Scotus nominee through before Nov. So much for that McConnell rule. Calling on two principled Republicans to stand up against tyranny.
— Rob Reiner (@robreiner) June 27, 2018
Please vote, people. https://t.co/rE781IYzZU
— Chelsea Handler (@chelseahandler) June 27, 2018
#RIPSupremeCourt
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) June 27, 2018
Anyone that heard @HardballChris this afternoon brilliantly & passionately imploring Democrats to do everything to hold up any replacement for Justice Kennedy until after a new Senate is seated in January (like McConnell did with Garland), knows what needs to be done.
— Ken Olin (@kenolin1) June 27, 2018
Wanna puke? This is from April 2017.
Trump’s hidden back channel to Justice Kennedy: Their kids https://t.co/Ly0kNxVDJm h/t @TierneyODea
— rob delaney (@robdelaney) June 27, 2018
I don't understand. Kennedy cares about Lgtb rights. He cares about balance and justice. How can he do this? How can he want that guy to name his replacement?
— Eden Riegel (@edenriegel) June 27, 2018
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy announced today that he will be retiring. It is Congress’ duty to confirm @realDonaldTrump’s pick to fill Justice Kennedy’s seat in a timely manner.
— Boris Epshteyn (@BorisEP) June 27, 2018
When it comes time to decide on a replacement for Justice Kennedy, I hope that my Republican colleagues who believe that women, not the government, have the right to control their bodies will stand with those of us who oppose any nominee who would deny women the right to choose.
— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) June 27, 2018
Justice Kennedy retiring… If you are deeply disturbed, absorb the shock. But respond with even more determination. If you see this as a fight for the future of democracy, let those in power know that the will of the majority can still hold sway. https://t.co/lcKhiAgKao
— Dan Rather (@DanRather) June 27, 2018
There is no single vacancy in the entire federal government with more long term consequences than Justice Kennedy’s seat — his replacement could decide some of America’s largest questions for a generation or more.
— Ari Melber (@AriMelber) June 27, 2018
The winner of the 2020 election will most likely have the opportunity to appoint 2 Scotus Justices, if not 3. If Mr. Trump is re-elected, there will likely be a 7-2 majority opposed to women’s rights, voting rights, and equality for at least 15 yrs. #WakeUp
— Michael Avenatti (@MichaelAvenatti) June 27, 2018
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring. Among other things, his replacement will likely overturn Roe v. Wade, which will allow states to prohibit abortion. The consequences of the 2016 election have never been more stark.
— Renato Mariotti (@renato_mariotti) June 27, 2018
Omg! Just when you thought this week couldn't get more lit… I give you Anthony Kennedy's retirement from #Scotus
— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) June 27, 2018
To every progressive in 2016 who said that elections don’t matter, that both parties are corrupt, or that there’s no difference between Hilary and Trump, welcome to the post Anthony Kennedy, Trump-dominated Supreme Court.
— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) June 27, 2018
Anthony Kennedy is retiring. Abortion will be illegal in twenty states in 18 months. #Scotus
— Jeffrey Toobin (@JeffreyToobin) June 27, 2018
Center-right Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy to retire. The @Gop is licking their chops to appoint a hard right judge. Dems should say no confirmation hearing until after November. That’s payback for the Merrick Garland appointment. Dems better be prepared to go to war Now.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) June 27, 2018
We are now living with the horrible consequences of people out there who chose not to vote in 2016. You didn’t “love” Hillary, u sat out in protest, u wanted Bernie, u assumed she’d win, u just couldn’t get to the polls that day. Don’t blame Trump voters – they voted.
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) June 26, 2018
Amen! https://t.co/PnbAZD8L5w
— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) June 27, 2018
Supreme Court Now
Completely Right Wing
“trumps Supreme Court”Will Take Away Our Rightsroe V.Wade,Gay Rights,Too Many To Listthis Blow Couldn’T Be More Severeif We Dont Fight Like Our Lives Depend On It,
“Some Americans ”Could Find “Themselves”In Internment Camps
— Cher (@cher) June 27, 2018
Rip "lit." Also, America. https://t.co/vLsf4KJXbJ
— The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) June 27, 2018
Greg Evans contributed to this report.
Kennedy has been the swing vote on a divided court since he was nominated by President Reagan in 1988 and confirmed on a 97-0 Senate vote. While left-leaners are un-thrilled about his siding with the conservative majority in the two crucial decisions this week – and his votes on key states-rights issues over the decades — he has been the key deciding vote in many progressive causes. They include Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992), which preserved the foundation of legal abortion from Roe v. Wade; the majority decision upholding affirmative action; and a series of gay-rights rulings, most famously the freedom of same-sex marriage via Obergefell v. Hodges three years ago.
Here is a sampling of reaction to Kennedy’s announcement from showbiz people, TV news pundits, some prominent politicians and others. We’ll add to the post as they come in, so refresh for the latest.
Okay yes I love the Handmaids Tale – that doesn’t mean I want to live in it. https://t.co/JkGnZbH088
— Whitney Cummings (@WhitneyCummings) June 27, 2018
#JusticeKennedy was no flaming liberal. He wrote the majority opinion on #CitizensUnited that allowed Corporations to pump as much money into political elections as they want. He also elected George Bush in 2000.
— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) June 27, 2018
Justice Kennedy retiring – great opportunity to make America great again!
— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) June 27, 2018
The illegitimate Potus will now try to ram a Scotus nominee through before Nov. So much for that McConnell rule. Calling on two principled Republicans to stand up against tyranny.
— Rob Reiner (@robreiner) June 27, 2018
Please vote, people. https://t.co/rE781IYzZU
— Chelsea Handler (@chelseahandler) June 27, 2018
#RIPSupremeCourt
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) June 27, 2018
Anyone that heard @HardballChris this afternoon brilliantly & passionately imploring Democrats to do everything to hold up any replacement for Justice Kennedy until after a new Senate is seated in January (like McConnell did with Garland), knows what needs to be done.
— Ken Olin (@kenolin1) June 27, 2018
Wanna puke? This is from April 2017.
Trump’s hidden back channel to Justice Kennedy: Their kids https://t.co/Ly0kNxVDJm h/t @TierneyODea
— rob delaney (@robdelaney) June 27, 2018
I don't understand. Kennedy cares about Lgtb rights. He cares about balance and justice. How can he do this? How can he want that guy to name his replacement?
— Eden Riegel (@edenriegel) June 27, 2018
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy announced today that he will be retiring. It is Congress’ duty to confirm @realDonaldTrump’s pick to fill Justice Kennedy’s seat in a timely manner.
— Boris Epshteyn (@BorisEP) June 27, 2018
When it comes time to decide on a replacement for Justice Kennedy, I hope that my Republican colleagues who believe that women, not the government, have the right to control their bodies will stand with those of us who oppose any nominee who would deny women the right to choose.
— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) June 27, 2018
Justice Kennedy retiring… If you are deeply disturbed, absorb the shock. But respond with even more determination. If you see this as a fight for the future of democracy, let those in power know that the will of the majority can still hold sway. https://t.co/lcKhiAgKao
— Dan Rather (@DanRather) June 27, 2018
There is no single vacancy in the entire federal government with more long term consequences than Justice Kennedy’s seat — his replacement could decide some of America’s largest questions for a generation or more.
— Ari Melber (@AriMelber) June 27, 2018
The winner of the 2020 election will most likely have the opportunity to appoint 2 Scotus Justices, if not 3. If Mr. Trump is re-elected, there will likely be a 7-2 majority opposed to women’s rights, voting rights, and equality for at least 15 yrs. #WakeUp
— Michael Avenatti (@MichaelAvenatti) June 27, 2018
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring. Among other things, his replacement will likely overturn Roe v. Wade, which will allow states to prohibit abortion. The consequences of the 2016 election have never been more stark.
— Renato Mariotti (@renato_mariotti) June 27, 2018
Omg! Just when you thought this week couldn't get more lit… I give you Anthony Kennedy's retirement from #Scotus
— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) June 27, 2018
To every progressive in 2016 who said that elections don’t matter, that both parties are corrupt, or that there’s no difference between Hilary and Trump, welcome to the post Anthony Kennedy, Trump-dominated Supreme Court.
— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) June 27, 2018
Anthony Kennedy is retiring. Abortion will be illegal in twenty states in 18 months. #Scotus
— Jeffrey Toobin (@JeffreyToobin) June 27, 2018
Center-right Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy to retire. The @Gop is licking their chops to appoint a hard right judge. Dems should say no confirmation hearing until after November. That’s payback for the Merrick Garland appointment. Dems better be prepared to go to war Now.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) June 27, 2018
We are now living with the horrible consequences of people out there who chose not to vote in 2016. You didn’t “love” Hillary, u sat out in protest, u wanted Bernie, u assumed she’d win, u just couldn’t get to the polls that day. Don’t blame Trump voters – they voted.
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) June 26, 2018
Amen! https://t.co/PnbAZD8L5w
— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) June 27, 2018
Supreme Court Now
Completely Right Wing
“trumps Supreme Court”Will Take Away Our Rightsroe V.Wade,Gay Rights,Too Many To Listthis Blow Couldn’T Be More Severeif We Dont Fight Like Our Lives Depend On It,
“Some Americans ”Could Find “Themselves”In Internment Camps
— Cher (@cher) June 27, 2018
Rip "lit." Also, America. https://t.co/vLsf4KJXbJ
— The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) June 27, 2018
Greg Evans contributed to this report.
- 6/27/2018
- by Erik Pedersen and Lisa de Moraes
- Deadline Film + TV
1969: Dark Shadows' Laura was stopped by Angelique.
1983: Ryan's Hope's Delia spotted a familiar face in a play.
1994: General Hospital's Bobbie was kicked out by Tony.
2008: All My Children's Greg visited Jenny's grave."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
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1966: On Another World, Bill (Joseph Gallison) joked about Missy (Carol Roux) being an heiress, but Missy wasn't interested in the money she inherited from her mother.
1983: Ryan's Hope's Delia spotted a familiar face in a play.
1994: General Hospital's Bobbie was kicked out by Tony.
2008: All My Children's Greg visited Jenny's grave."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1966: On Another World, Bill (Joseph Gallison) joked about Missy (Carol Roux) being an heiress, but Missy wasn't interested in the money she inherited from her mother.
- 5/24/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1968: Dark Shadows' Mrs. Johnson had a terrible dream.
1981: Atwt's John Dixon took a tumble.
2002: AMC's Bianca called her sister, Kendall, "evil".
2010: It was prom night for Oltl's Starr X'd Lovers."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Cassandra (Lara Parker) encouraged Mrs. Johnson (Clarice Blackburn) to get some sleep but Mrs. Johnson told her she was afraid of having a terrible dream.
1981: Atwt's John Dixon took a tumble.
2002: AMC's Bianca called her sister, Kendall, "evil".
2010: It was prom night for Oltl's Starr X'd Lovers."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Cassandra (Lara Parker) encouraged Mrs. Johnson (Clarice Blackburn) to get some sleep but Mrs. Johnson told her she was afraid of having a terrible dream.
- 5/15/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Soap Opera Digest has reported that actress Elizabeth Hendrickson is joining the cast of “General Hospital” in a new role that starts taping this week. This will be her first time appearing on the ABC soap opera, following nine years (2008-2017) of playing Chloe Mitchell on-and-off on CBS’s “The Young and the Restless.” Last year Chloe skipped town and faked her death to avoid prosecution for murder — they’ll never think to look for her in Port Charles.
Chloe is probably Hendrickson’s best-known role to soap opera fans, and it earned her four Daytime Emmy nominations for Best Supporting Actress. But she actually got her start on “All My Children,” where she played Frankie Stone in 2001 and then her twin sister Maggie Stone from 2002 to 2005 after Frankie was murdered. Those roles were groundbreaking as both Frankie and Maggie were love interests for Bianca Montgomery (Eden Riegel), who made...
Chloe is probably Hendrickson’s best-known role to soap opera fans, and it earned her four Daytime Emmy nominations for Best Supporting Actress. But she actually got her start on “All My Children,” where she played Frankie Stone in 2001 and then her twin sister Maggie Stone from 2002 to 2005 after Frankie was murdered. Those roles were groundbreaking as both Frankie and Maggie were love interests for Bianca Montgomery (Eden Riegel), who made...
- 5/5/2018
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1967: Dark Shadows' Jason asked patience from Willie.
1979: Guiding Light's Rita had a nightmare about Roger.
1985: As the World Turns' Bob and Kim were married.
1994: Another World's Carl planned on proposing to Rachel."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1967: On Dark Shadows, Jason McGuire (Dennis Patrick) implored Willie Loomis (John Karlen) to wait on getting revenge against Burke Devlin (Mitchell Ryan) until after they got their money.
1979: Guiding Light's Rita had a nightmare about Roger.
1985: As the World Turns' Bob and Kim were married.
1994: Another World's Carl planned on proposing to Rachel."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1967: On Dark Shadows, Jason McGuire (Dennis Patrick) implored Willie Loomis (John Karlen) to wait on getting revenge against Burke Devlin (Mitchell Ryan) until after they got their money.
- 4/12/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1970: A World Apart and The Best of Everything premiered on ABC.
Another World spinoff Somerset premiered on NBC.
Dark Shadows' Maggie found a mysterious note."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1970: Daytime soap opera A World Apart premiered on ABC. The show was created by Katherine L. Phillips, Irna Phillips' daughter, and combined Irna's own life story with examples of the generation gap. Susan Sarandon...
Another World spinoff Somerset premiered on NBC.
Dark Shadows' Maggie found a mysterious note."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1970: Daytime soap opera A World Apart premiered on ABC. The show was created by Katherine L. Phillips, Irna Phillips' daughter, and combined Irna's own life story with examples of the generation gap. Susan Sarandon...
- 4/12/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1962: Search for Tomorrow's Marge was upset when adoption
plans fell through. 1982: Sft made its NBC debut.
1982: The first daytime episode of Capitol aired on CBS.
2004: All My Children's Kendall told Bianca her baby was dead."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On Search for Tomorrow, Marge Bergman (Melba Rae) reeled from Monica's (Barbara Baxley) decision to not give Jimmy up for adoption. She...
plans fell through. 1982: Sft made its NBC debut.
1982: The first daytime episode of Capitol aired on CBS.
2004: All My Children's Kendall told Bianca her baby was dead."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On Search for Tomorrow, Marge Bergman (Melba Rae) reeled from Monica's (Barbara Baxley) decision to not give Jimmy up for adoption. She...
- 3/29/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1979: Another World's Alice wasn't sure she should marry Dan.
1979: Guiding Light's newly arrived Ross rook Roger's case.
1990: General Hospital's "Duke" died in Anna's arms.
2004: All My Children's Bianca gave birth to Miranda."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
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On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) was shot in the shoulder after a struggling...
1979: Guiding Light's newly arrived Ross rook Roger's case.
1990: General Hospital's "Duke" died in Anna's arms.
2004: All My Children's Bianca gave birth to Miranda."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) was shot in the shoulder after a struggling...
- 3/18/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1968: Dark Shadows' Bathia went up in flames.
1985: Australian soap opera Neighbours premiered.
1988: General Hospital's Duke was involved in a shootout.
2004: All My Children's Bianca went into labor."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Bathia Mapes (Anita Bolster) tried to drive Angeligue out but announced she had failed and feared for her life.
1985: Australian soap opera Neighbours premiered.
1988: General Hospital's Duke was involved in a shootout.
2004: All My Children's Bianca went into labor."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1968: On Dark Shadows, Bathia Mapes (Anita Bolster) tried to drive Angeligue out but announced she had failed and feared for her life.
- 3/18/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1971: Erika Slezak debuted as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1971: Erika Slezak debuted as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live. The role had been originated by Gillian Spencer in 1968, then assumed by Joanne Dorian starting in 1970. Slezak played the role for 41 years on ABC, and one additional season...
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1971: Erika Slezak debuted as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live. The role had been originated by Gillian Spencer in 1968, then assumed by Joanne Dorian starting in 1970. Slezak played the role for 41 years on ABC, and one additional season...
- 3/18/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1971: DS' Bramwell was distraught over losing Daphne.
1984: Rh's Maeve and Johnny received a donation.
1990: Gh's Jerry and "Duke" shot each other.
2001: Oltl's Blair slipped off the Palace Hotel roof."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1942: Irna Phillips' radio soap opera The Guiding Light returned to NBC Radio. After Gl was canceled by...
1984: Rh's Maeve and Johnny received a donation.
1990: Gh's Jerry and "Duke" shot each other.
2001: Oltl's Blair slipped off the Palace Hotel roof."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1942: Irna Phillips' radio soap opera The Guiding Light returned to NBC Radio. After Gl was canceled by...
- 3/16/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Camryn Grimes (“The Young and the Restless”) is pre-nominated for Best Supporting Actress for the first time, but she’s no stranger to daytime TV or the Emmys. Though she’s only 28 her career stretches back more than two decades, and she was nominated for four Emmys before she was even old enough to vote. Can she graduate to her first adult nomination — and maybe even a win? Her character, Mariah Copeland, fell in love with another woman in 2017, so she would join a relatively short list of actors who have won for Lgbt roles.
Grimes originally joined the cast of “Y&R” in 1997 as Cassie Newman, the daughter of Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon (Sharon Case). she earned Emmy nominations for Best Younger Actress in 1998 and 1999 before winning in 2000 at the age of 10, which made her the youngest drama acting champ in the history of the awards. Her last...
Grimes originally joined the cast of “Y&R” in 1997 as Cassie Newman, the daughter of Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon (Sharon Case). she earned Emmy nominations for Best Younger Actress in 1998 and 1999 before winning in 2000 at the age of 10, which made her the youngest drama acting champ in the history of the awards. Her last...
- 3/7/2018
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
Stars: Jennifer Prediger, Blake Berris, Irene Roseen, Remy Bennett, Mark Boone Junior, Johnny Pemberton, Eden Riegel, Linas Phillips, Johnny Pemberton | Written and Directed by Michael Sarrow
Its no secret that I am nothing if not a sucker for what I call the “indie darling.” By this I mean the movies that sneak out under everyone’s radar and tend to revolve around a day in the life of our central characters, not a massive great deal is going on but we are suckered into spending an hour and a half with these people, usually due to well written dialogue and well rounded performances. Living Room Coffin, at first glance, looked like it would definitely be in that category – which made it a definite watch for me!
I am going to get into Living Room Coffin‘s story in a moment but first of all I want to highlight the performance of our female lead,...
Its no secret that I am nothing if not a sucker for what I call the “indie darling.” By this I mean the movies that sneak out under everyone’s radar and tend to revolve around a day in the life of our central characters, not a massive great deal is going on but we are suckered into spending an hour and a half with these people, usually due to well written dialogue and well rounded performances. Living Room Coffin, at first glance, looked like it would definitely be in that category – which made it a definite watch for me!
I am going to get into Living Room Coffin‘s story in a moment but first of all I want to highlight the performance of our female lead,...
- 3/7/2018
- by Kevin Haldon
- Nerdly
1965: Peyton Place's Elliot learned he was a grandfather.
1971: Dark Shadows' Gabriel stabbed Kendrick.
1989: Another World's original Donna Love returned.
2004: All My Children's Bianca remembered killing Michael."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On The Edge of Night, Louise (Mary K. Wells) learned about Phil's (Ray MacDonnell) car crash, unaware that he had been replaced by a double,...
1971: Dark Shadows' Gabriel stabbed Kendrick.
1989: Another World's original Donna Love returned.
2004: All My Children's Bianca remembered killing Michael."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: On The Edge of Night, Louise (Mary K. Wells) learned about Phil's (Ray MacDonnell) car crash, unaware that he had been replaced by a double,...
- 2/23/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1981: General Hospital's Lesley had no shortage of admirers.
1985: Daniel confessed his love for Krystle on Dynasty.
1989: Gl's Reva and Sonni walked across a suspension bridge.
2009: The wedding of All My Children's Reese and Bianca began."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: Virgina Payne joined the cast of radio soap opera The...
1985: Daniel confessed his love for Krystle on Dynasty.
1989: Gl's Reva and Sonni walked across a suspension bridge.
2009: The wedding of All My Children's Reese and Bianca began."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."
― Machiavelli
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: Virgina Payne joined the cast of radio soap opera The...
- 2/13/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Chandler Massey made a comeback to “Days of Our Lives” in 2017 after three years away from the show, and now he could make a Daytime Emmys comeback too. But this time he’ll be in a different category. He previously won Best Younger Actor three years in a row (2012-2014), but the age limit for that category is 25. Now Massey is 27, so he’s pre-nominated for the first time in the race for Best Supporting Actor. Can he continue his historic winning streak in a brand new field?
Massey’s three consecutive Younger Actor victories were unprecedented. He was the second to win that category three times, following Jonathan Jackson (“General Hospital”), but he was the first male actor in any category to go back-to-back-to-back. And his role itself was historic: Massey played Will Horton, who was coming to terms with being gay.
It was still rare at that time...
Massey’s three consecutive Younger Actor victories were unprecedented. He was the second to win that category three times, following Jonathan Jackson (“General Hospital”), but he was the first male actor in any category to go back-to-back-to-back. And his role itself was historic: Massey played Will Horton, who was coming to terms with being gay.
It was still rare at that time...
- 2/7/2018
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
1979: Primetime soap opera Knots Landing premiered on CBS.
2002: Days of our Lives' Chloe learned Craig was her father.
2004: All My Children's Bianca was reunited with baby Miranda."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1963: On The Edge of Night, Emory Warren (William Berger) came closer to realizing his murderous plan.
1971: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) filled Dr. Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce) about her time with her mother during the holidays.
1976: On Ryan's Hope, Jack Fenelli (Michael Levin) demanded an explanation for Johnny Ryan's (Bernard Barrow) comment that the baby Mary was carrying...
2002: Days of our Lives' Chloe learned Craig was her father.
2004: All My Children's Bianca was reunited with baby Miranda."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1963: On The Edge of Night, Emory Warren (William Berger) came closer to realizing his murderous plan.
1971: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) filled Dr. Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce) about her time with her mother during the holidays.
1976: On Ryan's Hope, Jack Fenelli (Michael Levin) demanded an explanation for Johnny Ryan's (Bernard Barrow) comment that the baby Mary was carrying...
- 12/27/2017
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1955: Love of Life's Van wanted to adopt Carol.
1986: Search for Tomorrow's Jo had a dream.
2000: All My Children's Bianca came out to Erica.
2008: Atwt's Lucinda didn't know Brian wanted her grandson."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On Bachelor's Children, Sam and Ruth Ann kept an anxious vigil at the hospital as Sam's wife, Janet, delivered their first child. Complications ensued during the birth, and the ordeal stretched late into the night. Sam tried to rest in the deserted waiting room and fitfully dozed as memories spanning the breadth of his relationship with Janet flickered through his semi-conscious mind.
1986: Search for Tomorrow's Jo had a dream.
2000: All My Children's Bianca came out to Erica.
2008: Atwt's Lucinda didn't know Brian wanted her grandson."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On Bachelor's Children, Sam and Ruth Ann kept an anxious vigil at the hospital as Sam's wife, Janet, delivered their first child. Complications ensued during the birth, and the ordeal stretched late into the night. Sam tried to rest in the deserted waiting room and fitfully dozed as memories spanning the breadth of his relationship with Janet flickered through his semi-conscious mind.
- 12/22/2017
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
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