Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

1974: CBS aired the final episode of The Secret Storm.
1978: UK serial Grange Hill premiered.
1977: Ryan's Hope's Frank was devastated over Jill.
1995: Days of our Lives' Sami and Lucas had sex.

"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...

1955: On Love of Life, Ben (David Lewis, who later won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital) gave Judith (Virginia Robinson) a warning, and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

1974: CBS aired the final episode of The Secret Storm.
1978: UK serial Grange Hill premiered.
1977: Ryan's Hope's Frank was devastated over Jill. 
1995: Days of our Lives' Sami and Lucas had sex.

"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...

1955: On Love of Life, Ben (David Lewis, who later won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital) gave Judith (Virginia Robinson) a warning, and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

1974: CBS aired the final episode of The Secret Storm.
1978: UK serial Grange Hill premiered.
1977: Ryan's Hope's Frank was devastated over Jill. 
1995: Days of our Lives' Sami and Lucas had sex.

"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...

1955: On Love of Life, Ben (David Lewis, who later won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital) gave Judith (Virginia Robinson) a warning, and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

1974: CBS aired the final episode of The Secret Storm.
1978: UK serial Grange Hill premiered. 1977: Ryan's Hope's Frank
was devastated over Jill. 1995: Days' Sami and Lucas had sex.

"The present contains nothing more than the past, and what is found in the effect is already in the cause."
― Henri Louis Bergson

"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...

1955: On Love of Life, Ben (David Lewis, who later won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital) gave Judith (Virginia Robinson) a warning, and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

1974: CBS aired the final episode of The Secret Storm.
1978: UK serial Grange Hill premiered. 1977: Ryan's Hope's Frank
was devastated over Jill. 1995: Days' Sami and Lucas had sex.

"A page of history is worth a pound of logic."
― Oliver Wendell Holmes

"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...

1955: On Love of Life, Ben (David Lewis, who later won a Daytime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital) gave Judith (Virginia Robinson) a warning, and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

1974: Final episode of THE SECRET STORM. 1978: GRANGE
HILL premiered. 1977: RH's Frank was devastated over Jill.
1995: DAYS' Sami and Lucas had sex.

"Maybe if people started to listen, history would stop repeating itself."
- Lily Tomlin

"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...

1955: On LOVE OF LIFE, Ben (David Lewis, later Edward Quartermaine on GENERAL HOSPITAL) gave Judith (Virginia Robinson) a warning, and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father.

Q&A: Julia Barr & Jordan Lane Price Talk ALL MY CHILDREN

Julia Barr and Jordan Lane Price - Photos: Sue Coflin/Max Photos

ALL MY CHILDREN stars Julia Barr (Brooke English) and Jordan Lane Price (Celia Fitzgerald) participated in a conference call with the media last week to discuss the soap and their characters. Check out a transcript below.

Brooke has always tried to deal with Erica and for the first time for what seems like forever she’s sort of free to roam the romance world without any Erica Kane interference. So what has that been like for you? And also what it has been like working with Michael Nader outside of Erica’s world?

NEWS: Paul Bhattacharjee Missing; Lindsay Hartley; Julia Barr; Kevin Spirtas

Paul Bhattacharjee missing: Former EASTENDERS actor not seen for nearly a week
Friends and family of missing Royal Shakespeare Company actor Paul Bhattacharjee today made emotional pleas for his safe return. The calls were led by actress Meera Syal, Stephen Fry, and the son of the 53-year-old actor who vanished during rehearsals for a new play at the Royal Court.

Syal, who played Beatrice opposite Bhattacharjee’s Benedick in "Much Ado About Nothing" at Stratford-upon-Avon last summer and later in the West End, said today: “I am completely shocked at this news.

Watch MORE ALL MY CHILDREN (Video)

The Friday recap of TOLN's ALL MY CHILDREN is now online at Hulu.com and iTunes. Hosted by Leslie Miller, the show features Julia Barr and Robert Scott Wilson in the studio, plus Denyse Tontz, Jordan Lane Price and Sal Stowers behind the scenes, and a preview of singer Jason Derulo's appearance. Watch it below:

Watch MORE ALL MY CHILDREN (Video)

The Friday recap of TOLN's ALL MY CHILDREN is now online at Hulu.com and iTunes. Hosted by Leslie Miller, the show features Debbi Morgan and Eric Nelsen in studio, Julia Barr and Cady McClain behind the scenes, star-studded premiere party, and beauty tips to look like a soap star. Watch it below:

Jason Derulo Performs His New Single 'The Other Side On ALL MY CHILDREN August 12th

Jason Derulo performs on the set of ALL MY CHILDREN on
May 8, 2013. - Photo Credit: The Online Network/David Russell

Multi-platinum recording artist, Jason Derulo, made a special appearance on the set of The Online Network’s ALL MY CHILDREN, where he sang his brand new single "The Other Side." Derulo was on hand in Stamford, Connecticut to film his performance as part of a big gala hosted by Brooke English (Julia Barr), who invited Derulo to perform. The episode featuring Derulo taped Wednesday, May 8, and will appear in the episode that debuts on Monday, August 12.

"I was thrilled to stop by Pine Valley to perform my new single for ALL MY CHILDREN," says Derulo. "It's such an iconic show and it’s cool to be a part of its revival online. I have nothing but love and respect for the cast and series and had a blast on set.”

PHOTOS: ALL MY CHILDREN & ONE LIFE TO LIVE Premiere Event

Jill Larson (Opal Cortlandt), Eric Nelsen (AJ Chandler), Jordan Lane Price (Celia Fitzgerald), Denyse
Tontz (Miranda Montgomery), Robert Scott Wilson (Pete Cortlandt) & Julia Barr (Brooke English)
- Photo: Sue Coflin/Max Photos

The OnLine Network celebrated their new "Anytime Dramas" ALL MY CHILDREN and ONE LIFE TO LIVE on Tuesday night with a splashy red carpet premiere event at NYU's Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. Following a screening of the first episodes the cast, crew, press and fans were all smiles and everyone seemed to be very pleased with the outcome.

Read our first thoughts on the episodes:
- ALL MY CHILDREN
- ONE LIFE TO LIVE

Check out some photos of the casts below:

ALL MY CHILDREN Premiere Red Carpet Interviews On WE LOVE SOAPS TV

Our web series WE LOVE SOAPS TV was on the red carpet at The OnLine Network's premiere event for ALL MY CHILDREN and ONE LIFE TO LIVE at NYU's Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. Check out our interviews with some of the ALL MY CHILDREN cast below including Debbi Morgan, Julia Barr, Jill Larson, Francesca James, Cady McClain, Denyse Tontz, Eric Nelsen and Vincent Irizzary.

Julia Barr: New ALL MY CHILDREN Has A 'Great Opening Script'

TVLine caught up with ALL MY CHILDREN star Julia Barr during its first week back in producer and she shared her excitement about the revival of the beloved soap.

[SPOILER ALERT]

"I’m not at liberty to discuss what happened but it’s actually a great opening script that lets you know a certain amount of things that happened and who they happened to," Barr said. "It’s really good. It’s approximately five years in the future as far as [the show] wanting to age some of the kids."

Julia Barr Joins ALL MY CHILDREN

The Online Network announced today that two-time Daytime Emmy Winner, Julia Barr will return to the beloved serial drama ALL MY CHILDREN, set to debut later this spring. Barr will reprise her role as Brooke English, the character for which she has garnered two Daytime Emmy Awards for Best Supporting Actress along with eight nominations.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

On this date in...

1955: On LOVE OF LIFE, Ben (David Lewis) warned Judith (Virginia Robinson), and Paul (Richard Coogan) received pressure to marry Judith from her father. Watch the episode below.

30 Dynamic Duos of Daytime Soaps (5-3)

Our list of 30 Great Dynamic Duos of Daytime Soaps kicked off with a look at twosomes 30-26, 25-21, 20-16, 15-11 and 10-6. Below the countdown continues with Dynamic Duos 5-3. Tell us your favorite Dynamic Duos in the Comments section below:

Indie Soap Awards To Be Broadcasted On The SFN

We Love Soaps in conjunction with The SFN proudly present the Indie Soap Awards, to be broadcast exclusively on The SFN! Read all about at SFNtv.com.

If you would like to support your favorite show in person, then register to come to the Indie Soap Award show and party in Manhattan, at New World Stages, on February 21st, 2012. For only $69.99 you can come view the ceremony, meet your favorite stars, and enjoy the open wine and beer bar!  

Register: $69.99. Click the "Add to Cart" button below. You will be prompted for the number of people in your party and method of payment.

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To see list of scheduled attendees and presenters, press here
To see complete list of nominees, press here.

Today in Soap Opera History (February 8)

On this date in...

1955: On LOVE OF LIFE, Ben (David Lewis) warns Judith (Virginia Robinson) while Paul (Richard Coogan) gets pressure to marry Judith from her father. Watch the episode below.

ALL MY CHILDREN's Julia BarrTo Judge Born Free USA’s Fourth Annual Fashion Competition for Eco-Friendly Designers

Independent fashion designers are invited to enter their fur free fashions in the fourth annual Born Free USA fffashion Competition for a chance to win prizes; significantly boost their fashion career; be featured in a national magazine; and help promote the ethical and environmental benefits of fur free fashion.

Entrants will have the chance to have their submissions judged by an expert panel including: two-time Emmy Award winning actress and animal activist Julia Barr (Brooke, ALL MY CHILDREN); actress, bestselling author and beauty expert Victoria Principal (Pam, DALLAS); international couture legend Elizabeth Emanuel best-known for creating Princess Diana’s wedding gown; Melissa Rivers, host of fashion events on TV Guide Channel and FASHION POLICE on E!, among other red carpet and reality programs; and Marina Draghici, Broadway, film and television Tony Award-winning (Fela!) costume designer and Hollywood stylist.