Any ABC soap fan worth their bubbles recognizes the names "Roger Coleridge" and "Mike Corbin." These are two staples of ABC daytime history brought to vivid life by the talented and fascinating actor Ron Hale. But how does he see the impact of his creations, and what is the next step in his long career? The answers to all of these are coming up over this series of interviews. Please enjoy!In Part One, Hale discusses his pre-RYAN'S HOPE career, including hanging out with Robert Redford. For what role did he have to gain 40 pounds? Find out below!
We Love Soaps: I am so glad to speak with you Ron and to use this space to celebrate your contributions to daytime. You recently came in [at #47 on] our Best 50 Soap Actors Ever list. This was based on rankings by 15 different soap critics and journalists who have covered the genre over the past 35 years.
Ron Hale: That is quite something. One of our directors came up to me the other day and said, “Hey, you made the Top 50!” A lot of people saw that and heard about that.
We Love Soaps: Let’s go back 41 years ago to when a young actor starting out was cast on SEARCH FOR TOMORROW
Ron Hale: Which I remember basically nothing about. Honest to God, it was such a short stint. The main thing I remember was being in awe about how they did this thing with three cameras so quickly. A lot of the older actors had been for years, it was such a learning experience. Learning to tone everything down, I remember, because I was not on stage.
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