I began watching Days Of Our Lives the last week of September 2009. All because of Crystal Chappell (formerly GL's Olivia) returning as Carly Manning. I really loved her on GL, and I just had to follow her to DAYS. I was entering a brand new world.
I had seen Days Of Our Lives before, over the past ten years. I recall Shawn & Belle during Jason Cook and Kirsten Storms' reign, and I saw some episodes during the serial-killings-turned-stuck-on-an-island storyline. I watched John & Marlena's final week last January. I know some things from DAYS' history but not much. I did not grow up with exposure to DAYS, and I never had any interest in watching it on a daily basis. Yet via the Daytime Confidential podcast I knew pretty much everything that was happening, including the huge baby Sydney story.
I had anticipation for full-time DAYS. It's always exciting to watch and/or get into something new. Carly would be back October 2, so I decided to start watching a week before that in order to know everything leading up to her return, which really had nothing to do with the other stories. After a few short weeks of truly enjoying the show, it lost its "new" appeal. I continued enjoying Carly's story and the Sydney story until she was kidnapped again thanks to EJ. But overall, I was in new territory. I was a stranger for not being raised with this show and for hardly knowing its history. And it has felt that way for the past five months (roughly).
I still don't know a lot of familial and former romantic relations. I don't care about the older veteran characters. For instance, when Mickey died, it didn't hurt me and Maggie's grief had almost no affect on me. The Horton family Christmas didn't warm my heart the way it would if I saw many previous Horton Christmases. Though, I do love the personalized ornaments. I don't see chemistry between two beloved couples: Rafe & Sami and Bo & Hope. Actually, most couples don't have a spark. Thus, obviously, I still have a ton to learn, and it will take time to care about the major families and root for the popular couples.
An added difficulty is getting use to Crystal Chappell in another role completely different from GL's Olivia Spencer. I had to read up on Carly's history, and she is a real rivalry for Hope. Since this is a new role for me, I haven't been impressed. And that must be because of Carly and Olivia's differences. Chappell also has to be portraying Carly differently. Carly has cried multiple times over fear of Vivian and missing her daughter, Melanie. Not once did I feel the urge to cry along with her. This Hope/Bo/Carly triangle has been pretty good, but I don't know which pairing to root for. Thus, it is all a learning process with Carly.
February sweeps and this past Tuesday marked huge turning points for me.
In my opinion, the most boring couple on DAYS is Daniel and Chloe. They are, unfortunately, so horribly boring. It's as simple as that. But it was a little saddening to see him tell Chloe having a baby the regular, natural way is impossible. Then it seemed like their story was dropped for a bit for more prominent storylines - not saddening at all. I can't say I was very happy or thrilled when Chloe had a bunch of positive pregnancy tests and planned for a baby with Daniel. I did feel a little happiness when she was excited about getting a sonogram/ultrasound done. And after these months of watching, hearing that there's no baby was extremely sad. I think I wanted to cry, or I almost did cry. And what a breakthrough that was for me to get emotional over Daniel & Chloe drama. Besides being tear-jerking, it was surprising. How could there be no baby when Chloe tested positive? This was suppose to be a miracle baby, but he/she wasn't meant to be at all.
Something else that affected me was the enormous drama surrounding Melanie and Phillip's wedding. All along Vivian had a plan to hurt Carly by killing her daughter. Except, once she knew the daughter was Melanie, she had already bonded with her. But Vivian would let that stop her. So, with the wedding being on Valentine's, the storyline was leading up to that occasion. And we all knew it would be a huge deal and that Vivian's plan would be put in motion. I've recently realized that, for the first time , I had high expectations for something on this show. I anticipated the wedding as, little by little, we viewers were told what Vivian's plan was. I think I actually wanted Vivian's plan to work to some extent because I did not want Melanie marrying Phillip while she still had feelings for Nathan. Once I saw that a lovely poisoned comb would do the trick, I expected its effects to take place during the wedding. I expected Carly to be there and for Melanie to collapse as she said, "I do" (or something like that). With the slow buildup of that comb, I just did not expect the ceremony to go off without a hitch.
Thus, DAYS disappointed me for the very first time. However, I did enjoy the drama of what happened to Carly as she discovered Melanie was in danger. It was scary good seeing her locked up underground in a basement. But I'm glad she has a tough side. Getting Vivian there with her was something I didn't see coming, and having Hope arrive for the rescue instead of Bo was great. What disappointed me wasn't that Vivian's plan with the comb didn't work but that the comb was switched with another. There was all this buildup, and the combs were simply switched. It just came off as weak to me, and I was confused because Melanie still passed out on the bed. I guess she really was lightheaded. And the ceremony happened like I didn't want. I thought that was it. Now Phillip and Melanie would fly off into the sunset for their honeymoon.
Oh, but NO! Thank heavens... Vivian escaped thanks to her henchman, and Hope and Carly were knocked out. Vivian got back to finish Melanie off, and not-completely-knocked-out-nor-injured Carly had no choice but to leave Hope behind in order to save her daughter. And OF COURSE, she took Hope's gun. She would've been stupid not to. What happened on the Kiriakis mansion roof made up for the comb, and it was monumental. I assume Vivian's Plan B was to give Melanie a blow to the head and then throw her off the roof. Carly had excellent timing to save Melanie, but she shot that gun too damn fast. I know she's a doctor and not a cop, but what was she thinking? Of course, Vivian would use Melanie as a shield!
Carly shooting her own daughter was the turning point. Seeing Carly trying to save her and then being held back by Brady broke my heart. Carly being a complete wreck had me wanting to cry along with her. Step by step through Carly's story finally led me to this moment of feeling for her. Bravo to Chappell for those shocking, heart-tugging scenes. The icing on the cake was Carly blurting out loud that Melanie's her daughter to everyone who showed up after hearing the gunshot. I didn't see the truth coming out like that without Melanie even knowing yet. It didn't seem like everyone heard Carly, but Phillip certainly did. And you gotta love Vivian for re-stating it: "Didn't Carly just say that Melanie is her daughter?" Vivian is entertainment.
And now you should have noticed that I have yet to watch Wednesday through Friday. I wanted to get this entry written before seeing what occurs next in both the Carly/Melanie story and the Daniel/Chloe one. I'm sure there is plenty to look forward to and plenty that happened. This weekend I'll be catching up!
2.20.2010
11.03.2009
OLTL ~ Bo & Nora Nirvana
In July we saw them kiss for the first time in years. Three months later not only do they kiss again, they also admit they're in love with each other. And fans everywhere cry, cheer, and jump for joy.
Bo and Nora have been apart for ten years. They broke up over her sleeping with Sam Rappaport to give Bo a child. The child, Matthew, was Sam's but some years later turned out to be Bo's. Bo could never forgive Nora for her betrayal, even as they formed a friendship and co-parent bond.
Bo & Nora are my first memory of One Life To Live. They were the most fun-loving couple of the show, and it was heartbreaking to watch the stupid triangle with Sam. I always believed Matthew was Bo's, and I've continued to enjoy Bo & Nora's friendship and partnership (in & out of work). But there was still a spark between them, and I never truly gave up on them reuniting, especially since they share a son. Plus, who on Earth actually likes Nora and Clint? They are boring.
Now, finally the story is going fans' way. It's almost like a dream. After all these years, is this finally happening? It's also like an early Christmas gift. Bless you, One Life To Live Powers That Be.
Yes, the spark has been there for years, but Bo and Nora have really been dancing around each other for months. They've grown closer while dealing with Matthew's paralysis and him suing them. They almost kissed in a car at the high school on Matthew's first day back after his accident. Fate led them to kiss outside of the Buchanan Lodge in July, and it seemed like maybe Bo would admit his love for her. But he couldn't hurt his brother, and so, Nora married Clint. I cringed, feeling disappointed that the wedding went off without a hitch.
Bo and Nora have continued dealing with Matthew, and Clint has not been around much. In order to stop Matthew from having a high-risk surgery, they took him to London. Matthew's at a boarding school while they are at Kevin's compound. Being united on something like this without Clint has brought them closer than they've ever been.
In October 29th's episode it was still only Matthew's first or second day at the school. Bo and Nora worried about him and wanted to visit. Their visit didn't go very well. Matthew expressed his anger and not wanting them to be there. Back at Kevin's they vented and threw glasses against a wall. It felt good for both of them, and in that passion they kissed. The 29th ended and the 30th began with that scene. I enjoyed seeing it twice because that was some kissing - way better than the July kiss. There was much more passion, and it continued in the next scene. Kevin interrupted them without seeing them kissing and asked about the glass everywhere. Bo and Nora dodged a bullet there and got him out of the room (twice) in order to talk.
The rest of their scenes were beautifully written, real, and honest. Just brilliant!
Nora tries justifying the kiss, and Bo says they have to deal with everything that's been going on.
Bo: "Oh." Oh, what? We just pretend none of that ever happened?
Nora: Okay. Yeah. I mean, what else are we supposed to do?
Bo: Deal with it.
Nora: Deal with what?
Bo: With us.
[Glass crunches]
Bo: With us, red. It's time. We can't go on like this..
Nora: There's nothing to deal with.
Bo: No?
Nora: No. I'm married to your brother Clint.
Bo: I know that.
Nora: No. You don't know that. I love Clint. End of conversation.
But if she loves Clint, then why does she keep getting closer & closer to Bo? That is the point Bo makes.
And Bo called her "Red" again! Hallelujah! It surprised me because it's been so long since he's done that. He always called her "Red" when they were a couple. Hearing it again touched me, and I couldn't help but cry.
The next scene they hash through Nora marrying Clint, which "proves" that she loves Clint. Bo never stopped the wedding because of what Nora kept saying...
Nora: Then why didn't you just say something? Why didn't you stop the wedding?
Bo: Because you were marrying my brother and you kept telling me that you were in love with him.
Nora: I do love him.
Bo: Then why do we keep doing this?
The last scene said it all and made me cry again. Bo admitted he loves her, and those words are the most beautiful words I've heard on One Life To Live in a while.
Bo: Why do we keep doing this? Do you want to know what I think?
Nora: Oh, please. You seem to have all the answers. I'd love to know.
Bo: Oh, so you're just gonna make me say it, huh?
Nora: Say what?
Bo: Seriously, Nora, you don't know?
Nora: Know what?
Bo: That I still love you, damn it. I love you.
I've been waiting since July to hear that. It was obvious then that Bo still loved her, but he didn't say it. And now he has; it was wonderful. And that's how the October 30th show ended - the best Friday ending ever! And Monday, November 2nd, picked right up where Friday left off. Bo said he's IN LOVE with her! Let's have another Hallelujah!
Bo: I love you, and I'm in love with you.
Nora: I heard you.
Bo: Well, it sure feels better now that it's finally out.
Nora: Yeah? Ok.
Bo: I know you're married to Clint, and it would be tough if -- if he wasn't even my brother, but you know, it is what it is. I love you, Nora. And you know what? I've got a feeling that you love me, too.
That's a pretty good feeling! I think it's obvious she loves him back. After everything that has happened, he loves her. They hash out the Sam crap again. She has been carrying around guilt, and he has never forgiven her. He never could. By going through all this Matthew drama, he has grown up. By not forgiving & forgetting, it has cost him Nora. How real is that? I love how The Powers That Be know their history and keep returning to it.
Bo: What happened with Sam happened because you love me.
Nora: Do you know how many years I've waited to hear you say that?
Bo: Mm. Years and years and years.
Nora: Do you -- can you forgive me?
Bo: Of course. That's the reason I'm able to say any of this.
Another hallelujah and more tears! He FINALLY forgives her! I, like Nora, have been waiting for that to happen. It always hurt as more time passed and he still couldn't forgive. Now he has, and it was like a weight was lifted. Nothing but Clint is in Bo and Nora's way.
And now we have the best part of this entire thing - Nora's confession.
Bo: If you tell me that you don't feel the same, I will never ever bring this up again. So...tell me, red. You don't love me?
Nora: I can't say that. I do love you. You... I love you, too.
First, he called her "Red" again. WE GOT IT TWICE!
Second, she loves him too! OH MY GOD! I was bawling from that. It was pure joy hearing them both say "I love you" after ten long years of suffering & waiting. It was amazing! And it's about time. Bo & Nora are clearly on the path of being a couple again, and I could not be any happier. Monday's One Life To Live was the best episode in years, I swear. I can't remember the last time OLTL made me so happy.
Bo & Nora had David and Destiny to deal with for the remainder of the show, so they still have a lot to talk about. This is not over, and I cannot wait to see the next step/conversation. I feel like telling Clint myself that Bo and Nora love each other because it will still be a while before he knows. It's a soap for God's sake.
So, for now, I continue to revel in the scenes from Friday and Monday. Kudos to actors Robert S. Woods & Hillary B. Smith, executive producer Frank Valentini, and head writer Ron Carlivati. It is true Bo & Nora nirvana, and I'm thinking it's only a matter of time before we start seeing some dancing & hearing some oldies music.
Bo and Nora have been apart for ten years. They broke up over her sleeping with Sam Rappaport to give Bo a child. The child, Matthew, was Sam's but some years later turned out to be Bo's. Bo could never forgive Nora for her betrayal, even as they formed a friendship and co-parent bond.
Bo & Nora are my first memory of One Life To Live. They were the most fun-loving couple of the show, and it was heartbreaking to watch the stupid triangle with Sam. I always believed Matthew was Bo's, and I've continued to enjoy Bo & Nora's friendship and partnership (in & out of work). But there was still a spark between them, and I never truly gave up on them reuniting, especially since they share a son. Plus, who on Earth actually likes Nora and Clint? They are boring.
Now, finally the story is going fans' way. It's almost like a dream. After all these years, is this finally happening? It's also like an early Christmas gift. Bless you, One Life To Live Powers That Be.
Yes, the spark has been there for years, but Bo and Nora have really been dancing around each other for months. They've grown closer while dealing with Matthew's paralysis and him suing them. They almost kissed in a car at the high school on Matthew's first day back after his accident. Fate led them to kiss outside of the Buchanan Lodge in July, and it seemed like maybe Bo would admit his love for her. But he couldn't hurt his brother, and so, Nora married Clint. I cringed, feeling disappointed that the wedding went off without a hitch.
Bo and Nora have continued dealing with Matthew, and Clint has not been around much. In order to stop Matthew from having a high-risk surgery, they took him to London. Matthew's at a boarding school while they are at Kevin's compound. Being united on something like this without Clint has brought them closer than they've ever been.
In October 29th's episode it was still only Matthew's first or second day at the school. Bo and Nora worried about him and wanted to visit. Their visit didn't go very well. Matthew expressed his anger and not wanting them to be there. Back at Kevin's they vented and threw glasses against a wall. It felt good for both of them, and in that passion they kissed. The 29th ended and the 30th began with that scene. I enjoyed seeing it twice because that was some kissing - way better than the July kiss. There was much more passion, and it continued in the next scene. Kevin interrupted them without seeing them kissing and asked about the glass everywhere. Bo and Nora dodged a bullet there and got him out of the room (twice) in order to talk.
The rest of their scenes were beautifully written, real, and honest. Just brilliant!
Nora tries justifying the kiss, and Bo says they have to deal with everything that's been going on.
Bo: "Oh." Oh, what? We just pretend none of that ever happened?
Nora: Okay. Yeah. I mean, what else are we supposed to do?
Bo: Deal with it.
Nora: Deal with what?
Bo: With us.
[Glass crunches]
Bo: With us, red. It's time. We can't go on like this..
Nora: There's nothing to deal with.
Bo: No?
Nora: No. I'm married to your brother Clint.
Bo: I know that.
Nora: No. You don't know that. I love Clint. End of conversation.
But if she loves Clint, then why does she keep getting closer & closer to Bo? That is the point Bo makes.
And Bo called her "Red" again! Hallelujah! It surprised me because it's been so long since he's done that. He always called her "Red" when they were a couple. Hearing it again touched me, and I couldn't help but cry.
The next scene they hash through Nora marrying Clint, which "proves" that she loves Clint. Bo never stopped the wedding because of what Nora kept saying...
Nora: Then why didn't you just say something? Why didn't you stop the wedding?
Bo: Because you were marrying my brother and you kept telling me that you were in love with him.
Nora: I do love him.
Bo: Then why do we keep doing this?
The last scene said it all and made me cry again. Bo admitted he loves her, and those words are the most beautiful words I've heard on One Life To Live in a while.
Bo: Why do we keep doing this? Do you want to know what I think?
Nora: Oh, please. You seem to have all the answers. I'd love to know.
Bo: Oh, so you're just gonna make me say it, huh?
Nora: Say what?
Bo: Seriously, Nora, you don't know?
Nora: Know what?
Bo: That I still love you, damn it. I love you.
I've been waiting since July to hear that. It was obvious then that Bo still loved her, but he didn't say it. And now he has; it was wonderful. And that's how the October 30th show ended - the best Friday ending ever! And Monday, November 2nd, picked right up where Friday left off. Bo said he's IN LOVE with her! Let's have another Hallelujah!
Bo: I love you, and I'm in love with you.
Nora: I heard you.
Bo: Well, it sure feels better now that it's finally out.
Nora: Yeah? Ok.
Bo: I know you're married to Clint, and it would be tough if -- if he wasn't even my brother, but you know, it is what it is. I love you, Nora. And you know what? I've got a feeling that you love me, too.
That's a pretty good feeling! I think it's obvious she loves him back. After everything that has happened, he loves her. They hash out the Sam crap again. She has been carrying around guilt, and he has never forgiven her. He never could. By going through all this Matthew drama, he has grown up. By not forgiving & forgetting, it has cost him Nora. How real is that? I love how The Powers That Be know their history and keep returning to it.
Bo: What happened with Sam happened because you love me.
Nora: Do you know how many years I've waited to hear you say that?
Bo: Mm. Years and years and years.
Nora: Do you -- can you forgive me?
Bo: Of course. That's the reason I'm able to say any of this.
Another hallelujah and more tears! He FINALLY forgives her! I, like Nora, have been waiting for that to happen. It always hurt as more time passed and he still couldn't forgive. Now he has, and it was like a weight was lifted. Nothing but Clint is in Bo and Nora's way.
And now we have the best part of this entire thing - Nora's confession.
Bo: If you tell me that you don't feel the same, I will never ever bring this up again. So...tell me, red. You don't love me?
Nora: I can't say that. I do love you. You... I love you, too.
First, he called her "Red" again. WE GOT IT TWICE!
Second, she loves him too! OH MY GOD! I was bawling from that. It was pure joy hearing them both say "I love you" after ten long years of suffering & waiting. It was amazing! And it's about time. Bo & Nora are clearly on the path of being a couple again, and I could not be any happier. Monday's One Life To Live was the best episode in years, I swear. I can't remember the last time OLTL made me so happy.
Bo & Nora had David and Destiny to deal with for the remainder of the show, so they still have a lot to talk about. This is not over, and I cannot wait to see the next step/conversation. I feel like telling Clint myself that Bo and Nora love each other because it will still be a while before he knows. It's a soap for God's sake.
So, for now, I continue to revel in the scenes from Friday and Monday. Kudos to actors Robert S. Woods & Hillary B. Smith, executive producer Frank Valentini, and head writer Ron Carlivati. It is true Bo & Nora nirvana, and I'm thinking it's only a matter of time before we start seeing some dancing & hearing some oldies music.
9.18.2009
9/18 ~ The Day The LIGHT Went Out
I also posted this on the Daytime Confidential website in response to their entry - Live Blogging: Guiding Light's Finale Episode. So, it's on informal, rambling side.
It's like saying goodbye to a dear friend or companion. Not quite family for me. I saw GL through its last decade and liked Harley the most. Watching through it's final months was weird. It never felt like it was ending soon. And I just basked in the joy of seeing Bill & Lizzie, Olivia & Natalia, and Shayne & Dinah in their stories. I was enjoying a lot on the show, except for Mallet & Marina and Reva & Jeffrey. Even when there was 1 month to go, it felt like farewell was a long way off. And even during this last week I wasn't yet moved to tears. I was just like, "Oh, this is happening. These two are getting married. And Alan's dying." No real emotion yet. Just seeing how it all wraps up. I was especially wondering how the Jeffrey story would wrap. What was hard was counting down the days. I had a little bit of tears after each show, thinking "There's 3 episodes left", then "2 episodes left". Today...I was fully prepared to be sad. And I was. I cried through the show. But I was left with a feeling of happiness as well as loss.
Everything was pretty quick. A lot was jammed in these last two episodes since we had to see how things would end for every character. A lot of happiness, as it should be. And everyone having babies, LOL! Of course Shayne & Marina would be together. I liked that. I'm surprised Mallet & Dinah was shown, but YES, they are back together! And Ricky & Mindy and Frank & Blake - love both! Lots of love going around! Wish we had more Otalia lovin - at least one simple, sweet kiss. I loved the Josh & Reva parts of all this because with them I had no clue what was going to happen. I loved how time moved up a year, and Reva met Josh at the lighthouse with Colin. It all goes back to the lighthouse. And Josh & Reva always. I was crying through the whole ending segment as Michelle Branch's "Together" played. I had been waiting 2+ years for Josh & Reva to get back together, and it happens in the finale. Makes it more special and tear-jerking. I feel bad for the Reva/Jeffrey fans, but I assume Jeffrey died after all. Maybe he and Edmund killed each other. Reva belongs with her Joshua...always. So, I'm happy with the finale. It'll really hit next week that this wonderful show is gone. I'll turn the TV on, and it won't be there. *sigh*
Also, have to give a shout out to my girl Harley. I wish she could have returned for this, but of course that couldn't happen since Beth Ehlers is at ABC. Harley could have gotten a mention when Daisy went off to college - like "Harley would be so proud of you." Frank or Buzz could have said that. Or Daisy could have talked to her on the phone. If Beth never left and Harley was a part of all this, I would have been crying more. I'd be sadder. She could have visited Gus's grave, and the GusH pairing could have been wrapped up in some way. Just my wishful thinking, but really, GL's ending (and great 2009 storytelling) has made up for frustrations I've had with the powers that be. We will never forget this legendary soap opera. It'll live on forever and always through us, the fans.
It's like saying goodbye to a dear friend or companion. Not quite family for me. I saw GL through its last decade and liked Harley the most. Watching through it's final months was weird. It never felt like it was ending soon. And I just basked in the joy of seeing Bill & Lizzie, Olivia & Natalia, and Shayne & Dinah in their stories. I was enjoying a lot on the show, except for Mallet & Marina and Reva & Jeffrey. Even when there was 1 month to go, it felt like farewell was a long way off. And even during this last week I wasn't yet moved to tears. I was just like, "Oh, this is happening. These two are getting married. And Alan's dying." No real emotion yet. Just seeing how it all wraps up. I was especially wondering how the Jeffrey story would wrap. What was hard was counting down the days. I had a little bit of tears after each show, thinking "There's 3 episodes left", then "2 episodes left". Today...I was fully prepared to be sad. And I was. I cried through the show. But I was left with a feeling of happiness as well as loss.
Everything was pretty quick. A lot was jammed in these last two episodes since we had to see how things would end for every character. A lot of happiness, as it should be. And everyone having babies, LOL! Of course Shayne & Marina would be together. I liked that. I'm surprised Mallet & Dinah was shown, but YES, they are back together! And Ricky & Mindy and Frank & Blake - love both! Lots of love going around! Wish we had more Otalia lovin - at least one simple, sweet kiss. I loved the Josh & Reva parts of all this because with them I had no clue what was going to happen. I loved how time moved up a year, and Reva met Josh at the lighthouse with Colin. It all goes back to the lighthouse. And Josh & Reva always. I was crying through the whole ending segment as Michelle Branch's "Together" played. I had been waiting 2+ years for Josh & Reva to get back together, and it happens in the finale. Makes it more special and tear-jerking. I feel bad for the Reva/Jeffrey fans, but I assume Jeffrey died after all. Maybe he and Edmund killed each other. Reva belongs with her Joshua...always. So, I'm happy with the finale. It'll really hit next week that this wonderful show is gone. I'll turn the TV on, and it won't be there. *sigh*
Also, have to give a shout out to my girl Harley. I wish she could have returned for this, but of course that couldn't happen since Beth Ehlers is at ABC. Harley could have gotten a mention when Daisy went off to college - like "Harley would be so proud of you." Frank or Buzz could have said that. Or Daisy could have talked to her on the phone. If Beth never left and Harley was a part of all this, I would have been crying more. I'd be sadder. She could have visited Gus's grave, and the GusH pairing could have been wrapped up in some way. Just my wishful thinking, but really, GL's ending (and great 2009 storytelling) has made up for frustrations I've had with the powers that be. We will never forget this legendary soap opera. It'll live on forever and always through us, the fans.
9.02.2009
Guiding Light's Tribute In Entirety
Michael Fairman (www.michaelfairmansoaps.com) has released Guiding Light's full tribute/montage for the fans. This was originally created for the Daytime Emmys but due to time constraints was cut down. Thank you, Michael! Now, if only they didn't cut to commercial and some of the actors could have spoken. Wish we could see a fuller version of the actors on stage & thanking the loyal viewers. :)
Credit goes to Daytime Confidential for brining this to many fans' attention and to YouTube user soapinterviews (http://www.youtube.com/user/soapinterviews)
Credit goes to Daytime Confidential for brining this to many fans' attention and to YouTube user soapinterviews (http://www.youtube.com/user/soapinterviews)
8.31.2009
One Life To Live's Acting Win
Here's my highlight of the night: Susan Haskell's (Marty) win! Her speech is very sweet and endearing. She adorably mentions her husband, Thorsten Kaye (Zach, AMC) and her children. This is her first win, and I can't remember the last time an OLTL actor won for anything. It has been a while.
Credit goes to tkpoetry: http://www.youtube.com/user/tkpoetry
Credit goes to tkpoetry: http://www.youtube.com/user/tkpoetry
Guiding Light's Farewell Tribute
It could have been WAY better and longer!! GRR! The longest-running show got gipped. It was very moving until it was cut, and there were too many clips with the new production model. A lot of great moments, characters, & couples were not included in the montage. And as great as it was seeing the whole cast on stage, there could have been former cast members up there too. Some of the actors could have spoken and thanked all the viewers.
But it is what it is. Just be grateful that there was a tribute.
On the bright side, it was touching. Betty White did a great job mixing humor with sorrow. I'm glad they had a real fan speak. The montage was very well done. There was plenty shown as well as all the wonderful logos. A great song was used, but I can't say what it was. The entire cast looked radiant and appreciative of the tribute & the fans. Everyone stood for television's longest running show. At home in my room I stood too and was moved to tears.
Credit goes to rockermom58 (via YouTube) for this clip: http://www.youtube.com/user/rockermom58
And credit goes to Daytime Confidential for the pictures: http://www.daytimeconfidential.com/2009/08/30/daytime-emmy-salutes-guiding-light
But it is what it is. Just be grateful that there was a tribute.
On the bright side, it was touching. Betty White did a great job mixing humor with sorrow. I'm glad they had a real fan speak. The montage was very well done. There was plenty shown as well as all the wonderful logos. A great song was used, but I can't say what it was. The entire cast looked radiant and appreciative of the tribute & the fans. Everyone stood for television's longest running show. At home in my room I stood too and was moved to tears.
Credit goes to rockermom58 (via YouTube) for this clip: http://www.youtube.com/user/rockermom58
And credit goes to Daytime Confidential for the pictures: http://www.daytimeconfidential.com/2009/08/30/daytime-emmy-salutes-guiding-light
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