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Stuart Brooks (The Young And The Restless)
A list of notable characters from the CBS soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'' that significantly impacted storylines and debuted between March 1973 and December 1979. All characters introduced during this time were created by series co-creator William J. Bell. Brad Elliot Brad Elliot first appeared on March 26, 1973, and was portrayed by Tom Hallick until 1978. The very first episode of ''The Young and the Restless'' began with Brad Elliot being mugged, carjacked, and left for dead beside the highway. A semi-truck driver picked him up and dropped him off in Genoa City, Wisconsin. Stuart Brooks, owner of ''The Genoa City Chronicle'' watched Brad eat breakfast at Pierre's Restaurant, then admit that he was unable to pay the check, and offer to work it off. Stuart paid the check for him, they spoke for a while, and Stuart gave Brad a job at his newspaper and an advance on his wages, suggesting he rent a room above the restaurant. Brad did just that and became a friend and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Soap Opera
A soap opera (also called a daytime drama or soap) is a genre of a long-running radio or television Serial (radio and television), serial, frequently characterized by melodrama, ensemble casts, and sentimentality. The term ''soap opera'' originated from radio dramas originally being sponsored by soap manufacturers.Bowles, p. 118. The term was preceded by ''horse opera'', a derogatory term for low-budget Western (genre), Westerns. According to some dictionaries, for something to be adequately described as a soap opera, it need not be long-running; but some authors define the word in a way that excludes short-running serial dramas from their definition. BBC Radio's ''The Archers'', first Broadcasting, broadcast in 1950, is the world's longest-running soap opera. The longest-running television soap opera is ''Coronation Street'', which was first broadcast on ITV (TV network), ITV in 1960. According to Albert Moran, one of the defining features that make a television program a soap ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Katherine Chancellor
Katherine Chancellor is a fictional character from the CBS Daytime soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'', portrayed by Jeanne Cooper. Created and introduced by show creator William J. Bell in January 1974, Cooper's Katherine was introduced in an effort to increase the show's struggling ratings. When Bell's plan proved successful, Cooper was signed to a contract. Cooper went on to become one of the longest-running cast members in the show's history, ending her nearly 40-year run on May 3, 2013, five days before her death. Throughout Katherine's history, a majority of her storylines have focused on her controversial and chaotic relationship with Jill Abbott. The feud is one of the longest-running feuds in the history of American soap operas. The rivalry was ignited by Jill's affair with Katherine's husband, Phillip Chancellor II, and how Katherine's attempt to win back his affections leads to his death. After Phillip's death, the women fight over Jill and Phillip's son, Ph ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Victoria Mallory
Victoria Mallory (September 20, 1948 – August 30, 2014) was an American singer and actress, best known for originating the role of Anne Egerman in the Broadway musical '' A Little Night Music''. She was also an accomplished martial artist and model. Early life and education Her parents were Ruby Mallory and Mario Morales. Her father was from the Philippines, and her mother was from Virginia. Mallory was a native of Richmond, Virginia. While she was still a child, the family moved to Columbus, Georgia, where Mallory graduated from Baker High School in 1966. She sometimes was credited as Vicki Morales, a variant of her birth name, Victoria Morales. She said she did twenty musicals during high school (including at some local theaters), in addition to playing piano and dancing. After high school she went to New York to help her former teacher in a production of '' Little Mary Sunshine'' and decided to stay, enrolling at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), where sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janice Lynde
Janice Lynde is an American actress. The Houston-born, Lake Charles, Louisiana-reared Lynde began her career with the Dallas Symphony, both as a pianist and as a vocal soloist. The child of German parents Marvin and Sophia Zoch, she had to learn English in kindergarten. She attended Indiana University and the University of Pennsylvania, studying music at both institutions. Lynde's performances at Indiana University brought her to the attention of musician Fred Waring, which led to her being a soloist with Waring and his Pennsylvanians choir for two years. After she graduated from college, she began a career in acting in New York City, where her Broadway credits include '' Applause'', '' The Me Nobody Knows'', and ''Butterflies Are Free''. In 1973, she moved to Los Angeles, where she was among the original cast members of the CBS soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'', playing "Leslie Brooks". She left the series in early 1977. Two years later, Lynde joined '' Another Wor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Casey Reed
A list of notable characters from the CBS soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'' that significantly impacted storylines and debuted between March 1973 and December 1979. All characters introduced during this time were created by series co-creator William J. Bell. Brad Elliot Brad Elliot first appeared on March 26, 1973, and was portrayed by Tom Hallick until 1978. The very first episode of ''The Young and the Restless'' began with Brad Elliot being mugged, carjacked, and left for dead beside the highway. A semi-truck driver picked him up and dropped him off in Genoa City, Wisconsin. Stuart Brooks, owner of ''The Genoa City Chronicle'' watched Brad eat breakfast at Pierre's Restaurant, then admit that he was unable to pay the check, and offer to work it off. Stuart paid the check for him, they spoke for a while, and Stuart gave Brad a job at his newspaper and an advance on his wages, suggesting he rent a room above the restaurant. Brad did just that and became a friend and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Greg Foster (The Young And The Restless)
Greg Foster is a fictional character from the CBS soap opera, ''The Young and the Restless''. A string of actors played the role from 1973 to 1982, most notably James Houghton and Wings Hauser, who reprised the role in 2003 and 2010, respectively. Casting The character of Greg Foster was brought to life by James Houghton in the series premier on March 26, 1973 and aired until April 21, 1976. Houghton later returned to ''The Young and the Restless'' as one of the soap's writers in 1991. The character was recast with Brian Kerwin, who aired from October 12, 1976, to March 30, 1977, when the character was written out for a few months. He was followed by Wings Hauser from December 10, 1977, to 1981 and Howard McGillin from 1981 to 1982. The character was then not seen again for 21 years - Greg's return on February 28, 2003. James Houghton only stayed until March 5, 2003. The character returned again seven years later in 2010, portrayed this time again by Wings Hauser, from Ju ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trish Stewart
Trish Stewart (born June 14, 1946) is an American television actress. She was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She is most recognized for her regular role as Chris Brooks Foster on the CBS soap ''The Young and the Restless''. She was part of the premiere cast of the show and played the role for several years, reprising it for the last time in 1984. She guest-starred in numerous television shows in the 1970s including ''Fantasy Island''; ''The Love Boat''; '' Trapper John, M.D.''; ''Barnaby Jones''; ''The Streets of San Francisco''; ''Sword of Justice''; '' Project U.F.O.''; ''The Rookies''; ''CHiPs'' and '' Most Wanted''. She was one of the three stars of the 1979 TV series ''Salvage 1''. She appeared as herself on the '' Circus of the Stars'' and several times as a panelist on ''Match Game'' and ''Whew!'' In addition, she appeared in the 1980 TV miniseries ''Wild Times'', and in the TV films '' Time Travelers'' (1976) and ''Breaking Up Is Hard to Do'' (1979). She also appe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gina Roma
This is a list of notable characters from the CBS soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'' that significantly impacted storylines and debuted between January 1980 and December 1989, in order of first appearance. Julia Newman Julia Newman first appeared in February 1980 along with Victor Newman (Eric Braeden). She was portrayed by Meg Bennett until June 9, 1981, with reprise appearances in July 1982 and from October 13, 1982 to December 20, 1984, from September 9, 1986 to March 25, 1987, and also from March 1 to September 3, 2002. In February 2018, it was reported that Bennett would be returning as Julia to commemorate with the show's 45th anniversary. Bennet also returned in February 2020, to celebrate Braeden's 40th anniversary on the soap. On June 13, 1970, Julia and businessman Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) were married. Ten years later, she and Victor moved to Genoa City so that he could help run Chancellor Industries for Katherine Chancellor ( Jeanne Cooper). He was ve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Victor Newman
Victor Newman is a fictional character from the American CBS soap opera ''The Young and the Restless''. He has been portrayed by Eric Braeden since 1980. Initially a guest character who was to last for eight to twelve weeks, Victor has evolved into the soap opera's leading male figure. Created by William J. Bell as a "despicable, contemptible, unfaithful wife abuser", the character was planned to be killed off and never heard of again. However, after Bell saw Braeden's performance, he decided to sign the actor onto a contract. Braeden was hesitant to work on a soap opera, but eventually signed a contract, and has remained on the series as a regular cast member for over 40 years. The character is widely described as a ruthless villain, while loving to those he holds dear. Over the years, he has also been the center of several controversial plots and relationships. Victor arrived in Genoa City, Wisconsin for business, and he eventually formed his own worldwide conglomerate, New ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eve Howard
This is a list of notable characters from the CBS soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'' that significantly impacted storylines and debuted between January 1980 and December 1989, in order of first appearance. Julia Newman Julia Newman first appeared in February 1980 along with Victor Newman (Eric Braeden). She was portrayed by Meg Bennett until June 9, 1981, with reprise appearances in July 1982 and from October 13, 1982 to December 20, 1984, from September 9, 1986 to March 25, 1987, and also from March 1 to September 3, 2002. In February 2018, it was reported that Bennett would be returning as Julia to commemorate with the show's 45th anniversary. Bennet also returned in February 2020, to celebrate Braeden's 40th anniversary on the soap. On June 13, 1970, Julia and businessman Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) were married. Ten years later, she and Victor moved to Genoa City so that he could help run Chancellor Industries for Katherine Chancellor ( Jeanne Cooper). He was very ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jack Abbott (The Young And The Restless)
Jack Abbott may refer to: * Jack Henry Abbott (1944–2002), American criminal and author * Jack Abbott (coach) (1873–1918), American college football and baseball coach * Jack Abbott (footballer) (1943–2002), English footballer * Jack Abbott (politician), English politician * Jack Abbott (''The Young and the Restless''), a character in a CBS soap opera See also * * John Abbott (other) {{hndis, Abbott, Jack ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nikki Newman
Nikki Newman is a fictional character from the American CBS CBS Daytime, daytime soap opera, ''The Young and the Restless''. Created and introduced by William J. Bell in 1978, the role was portrayed by Erica Hope, before Melody Thomas Scott took over in 1979. Introduced as a stripper, the character became well known for her relationship with businessman Victor Newman (fictional character), Victor Newman (Eric Braeden), a union that developed into a supercouple pairing that has spanned over four decades. She shares two children with Victor, Victoria Newman, Victoria (Amelia Heinle) and Nicholas Newman (Joshua Morrow). In 2013, she reveals that she had previously given up a child for adoption, who is later discovered to be Dylan McAvoy (Steve Burton (actor), Steve Burton). The character has also had several other notorious relationships, including Paul Williams (The Young and the Restless), Paul Williams (Doug Davidson), Jack Abbott (The Young and the Restless), Jack Abbott (Peter Be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
