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Guiding Light ''Guiding Light'' (known as ''The Guiding Light'' before 1975) is an American radio and television soap opera. ''Guiding Light'' aired on CBS for 57 years between June 30, 1952, and September 18, 2009, overlapping a 19-year broadcast on radio ...

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Sunny Adelman

: Fay Wolf (2000)

Gus Aitoro (deceased)

: Ricky Paull Goldin (2001–2008)

Brad Andrews

:Brendan Wentworth (1997–1998)

Leslie Ann Andrews

:Carolyn Ann Clark (1981–1984)

Warren Andrews

Warren Burton Warren Burton (October 23, 1944 – October 2, 2017) was an American actor. During the late 1970s and throughout the 1990s, he was seen on several daytime soap operas, usually in Villain, villainous roles. Burton was born and raised in Chicago, I ...

(1983–1987)

Eleni Andros

:see Eleni Andros Cooper

Eden August

:Teresa Hill (2002–2003) :Deborah Zoe (2003–2004)

Madame Ava

Marian Seldes Marian Hall Seldes (August 23, 1928 – October 6, 2014) was an American actress. A five-time Tony Award nominee, she won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for '' A Delicate Balance'' in 1967, and received subsequent nominations ...

(1998)

Brad Andrews

Brendan Wentworth (1997-1998) :Jack Armstrong (1985)

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Clarence Bailey

Philip Bosco Philip Michael Bosco (September 26, 1930 – December 3, 2018) was an American actor. He was known for his Tony Award-winning performance as Saunders in the 1989 Broadway production of '' Lend Me a Tenor'', and for his starring role in the 2007 f ...

(1979) :Larry Weber (1982) ::District Attorney.

Diane Ballard (deceased)

: Sofia Landon Geier (1977–1981)

Eddie Banks

Robert Leeshock Robert Leeshock (born December 13, 1961) is an American actor. He is best known in television for portraying the role of Liam Kincaid on the sci-fi drama series '' Earth: Final Conflict''. Early life Leeshock was born in Clifton, New Jersey. He ...

(1998)

Bruce Banning

: Les Damon (1952; 1956–1960)

Susan Bates Spaulding

:Nancy Bell (1995–1996)

Bertha "Bert" Bauer (deceased)

:Ann Shepard (1949–1950) :

Charita Bauer Charita Bauer (December 20, 1923 – February 28, 1985) was an American soap opera radio and television actress. Born in Newark, New Jersey, on December 20, 1923, she began her career at the age of eight as a model for clothing ads. Her talen ...

(1950–1984)

Bill Bauer (deceased)

:Lyle Sudrow (1952–1959) :Ed Bryce (1959–1963; 1965–1969; 1977–1978; 1983) :Eugene Smith (1964)

Ed Bauer

:Pat Collins (1954–1961) : Robert Gentry (1966–1969; 1997–1998) :Mart Hulswit (1969–1981) : Peter Simon (1981–1984; 1986–1996; 2002–2004; 2009) : Richard Van Vleet (1984–1986)

Maureen Reardon Bauer (deceased)

: Ellen Dolan (1982–1986) : Ellen Parker (1986–93; 1997–2000; 2004–05)

Friedrich "Papa" Bauer (deceased)

Theodore von Eltz Julius Theodore von Eltz (November 5, 1893 – October 6, 1964) was an American film actor, appearing in more than 200 films between 1915 and 1957. He was the father of actress Lori March. Early life Born in New Haven, Connecticut, Von Eltz ...

(1948–1949) :Theo Goetz (1949–1973)

Gertrude "Trudy" Bauer

:Laurette Fillbrant (1948–1949) :Charlotte Holland (1949–1951) : Helen Wagner (1952) : Lisa Howard (1957–1958)

Hillary Bauer (deceased)

:Linda McCullough (1977–1978) : Marsha Clark (1978–1984)

Hope Bauer

:Jennifer Kirschner (1963–1965) :Paula Schwartz (1968) :Elisa Leeds (1968–1973) :Tisch Raye (1975–1976) :

Robin Mattson Robin Mattson is a retired American actress. She is best known for her roles on the daytime soap operas ''General Hospital'', '' Santa Barbara'', and ''All My Children''. Career Daytime television Mattson made her daytime debut as troubled teen ...

(1976–1977) : Katherine Justice (1977) :Elvera Roussel (1979–1983)

Jack Bauer

Alan North Alan North (December 23, 1920 – January 19, 2000) was an American actor. Early life North was born in Bronx, New York, and joined the United States Navy during the Second World War. Career After the war, he became a stage manager and made ...

(1988)

Johnny Bauer

: James Goodwin (1986–1990)

Jude Cooper Bauer

:Aaron Hart (2005–2007) :Robert Danza, Jr (2007–2008)

Lacey Bauer

:Zoe Trilling (1987–1988)

Lanie Bauer

: Teri Keane (1988)

Leah Bauer

:Marley Wright (2004) :Arielle Renwart (2006–2008) :Tyra Colar (2008–2009)

"Mama" Bauer (deceased)

:Gloria Brandt (1948–1949) :

Adelaide Klein Adelaide Klein (July 8, 1900 – March 18, 1983) was an American actress who performed on radio, television, films, and the stage. She was best known for her dialects as a radio performer. Over the course of her thirty-year career, Klein performed ...

(1949)

Meta Bauer

:Gloria Blondel (1948) :

Dorothy Lovett Dorothy Lovett (February 16, 1915 – April 28, 1998) was an American film actress. Biography Early and personal life Lovett was born in Providence, Rhode Island. She married director Jack Hively (1910-1995) on December 25, 1941, wh ...

(1948–1949) :Jone Allison (1949–1952) : Ellen Demming (1952–1974) : Mary Stuart (1996–2002)

Michelle Bauer Santos

:Anna Tendler (1985–1988) :

Rachel Miner Rachel Miner (born July 29, 1980) is an American actress. She made her feature film debut in Woody Allen's ''Alice'' (1990), and came to prominence with her portrayal of Michelle Bauer on the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'' (1990–1995). Her o ...

(1989–1995) :

Rebecca Budig Rebecca Budig (; born June 26, 1973) is an American actress and television presenter. Her career began in 1993, and in 1995, she was cast in the role of Michelle Bauer on the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light''. In 1999, she was cast as Greenlee ...

(1995–1998) :

Bethany Joy Lenz Bethany Joy Lenz (born April 2, 1981) is an American actress and singer-songwriter. She is known for her portrayal of Haley James Scott on The WB / The CW television drama ''One Tree Hill (TV series), One Tree Hill'' (2003–2012). She also star ...

(1998–2000) : Nancy St. Alban (2000–2005; 2009)

Mike Bauer

:Glenn Walken &

Christopher Walken Christopher Walken (born Ronald Walken; March 31, 1943) is an American actor. Christopher Walken on stage and screen, His work on stage and screen has earned him List of awards and nominations received by Christopher Walken, accolades includin ...

(1954–1956) :Michael Allen (1957–1961) :Paul Prokopf (1962–1963) :Gary Pilar (1963–1965) :Robert Pickering (1968) : Don Stewart (1968–1984; 1997)

Rick Bauer

:Albert Zungolo III (1970–1971) :Gary Hannoch (1972–1976) :Robbie Berridge (1976–1978) :Phil MacGregor (1982–1983) : Michael O'Leary (1983–1986; 1987–1991; 1995–2009)

Helene Benedict

Kay Campbell Catherine "Kay" Campbell (August 12, 1904 – May 27, 1985) was an American actress. Early years Campbell began her career as a model in Chicago, and she was a graduate of the University of Chicago. Radio In 1937, Campbell starred in '' ...

(1957–1964)

Henry Benedict

:John Gibson (1958–1960) :John Boruff (1962–1966) : Lester Rawlins (1967) : Paul McGrath (1967)

Jack Blue

John Doman John Doman is an American actor best known for playing Bill Rawls on HBO series ''The Wire'' (2002–2008), Colonel Edward Galson on '' Oz'' (2001), Dr. Deraad in '' ER'' (1999–2003), Rodrigo Borgia in the international television series ''Bo ...

(1997)

Jesse Blue

:Paulo Benediti (1997–2000)

Abigail Blume

:Amy Ecklund (1995–2000)

Christina Boudreau

Karla Mosley Karla Cheatham Mosley (born August 27, 1981) is an American actress and singer. She starred on the Emmy-nominated children's show '' Hi-5''; she has starred in numerous plays and also had minor roles in several other TV shows and films. She reg ...

(2008–2009)

Clayton Boudreau

Peter Francis James Peter Francis James (born September 16, 1956) is an American actor and voice-over artist, distinguished by his strong baritone. Early life James was born September 16, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, to David James and Mary Galloway James. He has f ...

(2003–2009)

Felicia Boudreau

:Kim Brockington (2002–2009) ::Doctor.

Remy Boudreau

Corey Parker Robinson Corey Parker Robinson (born February 9, 1975) is an American actor. Career Robinson is best known for his role in the HBO program ''The Wire'' as Detective Leander Sydnor. He also appeared in episodes of ''The Corner,'' ''Homicide'', and '' ...

(2001–2002) : Gavin Houston (2002–2005) : Lawrence Saint-Victor (2006–2009)

Alex Bowden

: Ernest Graves (1963–1966)

Cooper Bradshaw (deceased)

:Michael Cugno (1996–1997) :Christopher and Nicholas Consolo (1997–1998) :Zachary Noll (1999–2000) : John Driscoll (2004–2009)

Jenna Bradshaw (deceased)

: Fiona Hutchison (1992–1994; 1996–1998; 2006; 2009)

Joel Brooks

:Charles Baxter (1954–1955)

Michael Burke

: Peter Hermann (1997–1998) ::Doctor.

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Julie Camaletti

: Jocelyn Seagrave (1991–1994)

Wally Campbell

:Jack Ryland (1969) ::Lieutenant

Anthony James "J." Chamberlain

:James Anthony Nielsen (1984–1985) :George Pilgrim (1996) : Ethan Erickson (1996–1998; 2009)

Henry Chamberlain (deceased)

: William Roerick (1980–1995)

Nola Chamberlain

: Lisa Brown (1980–1985; 1995–1998; 2009)

Quinton Chamberlain

Michael Tylo Michael Edward Tylo (October 16, 1948 – September 28, 2021) was an American actor. Career Among his numerous soap opera roles, he was best known for his portrayal of Quinton Chamberlain on ''Guiding Light''. He played the role from 1981 to 19 ...

(1981–1985; 1996–1997) :

Josh Taylor Josh or Joshua Taylor may refer to: * Josh Taylor (actor) (born 1943), American comedy and dramatic television actor * Josh Taylor (baseball) (born 1993), American professional baseball pitcher * Josh Taylor (boxer) (born 1991), Scottish professi ...

(1997)

Vanessa Chamberlain

Maeve Kinkead Maeve Kinkead (born May 31, 1946) is an American soap opera actress, writer and poet. Career After numerous roles on stage, Kinkead's first major role was as Angie Perrini on the soap '' Another World'' (1975–80). Her longest running role wa ...

(1980–1987; 1989–2000; 2002; 2005–2009)

Pam Chandler

:Maureen Silliman (1974–1976)

Max Chapman

:Ben Hammer (1977–1978)

Peter Chapman

: Curt Dawson (1977–1980)

Noah Chase

: Mark Dobies (2000–2001)

Brandon Cohen

: Kevin Collins (2008–2009)

Rebecca Collier

: Ellen Holly (1989-1993) ::Judge

Jack Conroy

:Tony Craig (1986) ::Senator

Linell Conway

Christina Pickles Christina Pickles (born February 17, 1935) is a British-born American actress. She is known for her role as Nurse Helen Rosenthal in the NBC medical drama '' St. Elsewhere'' (1982–1988), for which she received five nominations for the Prime ...

(1970–1972)

Buzz Cooper

Justin Deas Justin Deas (born March 30, 1948, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania) is an American actor. He is known primarily for his work on daytime soap operas. Personal life Deas received his Bachelor of Arts from the College of William & Mary. Deas married ...

(1993-2009)

Frank Cooper Jr.

: Frank Dicopoulos (1987–2009)

Eleni Andros Cooper

: Melina Kanakaredes (1991–1995) : Wendy Kaplan (1994–1995) :Jennifer Roszell (1995–2002; 2006–2009)

Harley Cooper

Beth Ehlers Beth Ehlers (born July 23, 1968) is an American actress. She is known for playing Harley Cooper, between 1987 and 2008, on CBS's daytime drama ''Guiding Light''. Career Ehlers grew up in New York City and begin appearing in television commerci ...

(1987–1993; 1997–2008)

Lucy Cooper

: Sonia Satra (1993–1997; 1998; 2006–2007)

Marina Cooper

:Casey Rosenhaus (1993–1994) :Alysia Zucker (1994–1996) :Sasha Martin (1996–2000) :

Aubrey Dollar Aubrey Dollar is an American actress. She is known for playing Marina Cooper on the CBS daytime soap opera ''Guiding Light'' from 2001 to 2004. Dollar has also starred in the television series '' Point Pleasant'' (2005–2006), '' Women's Murde ...

(2001–2004) :Kit Paquin (2004) :Mandy Bruno (2004–2009)

Nadine Cooper (deceased)

: Jean Carol (1988–1995; 2003; 2006)

Rich Cosner

: Kevin Collins (2006–2007)

Dahlia Crede

Sharon Leal Sharon Ann Leal is an American actress and singer. She is known for her roles in movies such as ''Dreamgirls'' (2006), '' This Christmas'' (2007), '' Why Did I Get Married?'' (2007), '' Why Did I Get Married Too?'' (2010) and her roles on the tel ...

(1996–1999)

Silas Crocker

Benjamin Hendrickson Benjamin Hendrickson (August 26, 1950 – July 3, 2006) was an American actor known for playing Harold "Hal" Munson Jr., the Chief of Detectives for the fictional town of Oakdale on the daytime soap opera ''As the World Turns.'' Theater and ...

(1982)

Carrie Curruthers

Carrie Nye Carolyn Nye McGeoy (October 14, 1936 – July 14, 2006), known professionally as Carrie Nye, was an American actress. In her career spanning 32 years, she was nominated for a Tony Award in 1965, a Primetime Emmy Award in 1980, and a Drama Desk ...

(2003–2006)

Patrick Cutter

:Scott Hoxby (1993–1995)

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Louie Darnell

:Eric Brooks (1983–1986) ::Doctor

Selena Davis

Patti D'Arbanville Patricia D'Arbanville (born May 25, 1951)Willis, John; Monush, Barry (2006). Screen World: 2005 Film Annual, Volume 56'. New York: Applause Theatre & Cinema Books. p. 357. . is an American actress known for her appearance in Andy Warhol pr ...

(1998–2000)

Suzanne Deveraux

:Juliet Pritner (1991–1992)

Sidney "Sid" Dickerson

: Kelly Neal (1994–1995)

Keith Driscoll

:Ed Moran (2007)

Annie Dutton

Cynthia Watros Cynthia Michele Watros (born September 2, 1968) is an Americans, American actress recognized for her roles in both daytime and primetime television. In 1994, she was cast in the regular role of Annie Dutton on ''Guiding Light'', which earned her ...

(1994–1998) :

Signy Coleman Signy Coleman (born July 4, 1960), sometimes credited as Signey Coleman, is an American former actress. She is known mainly for work in television, with a recurring role on ''The Young and the Restless''. Background Coleman was born in Ross, Ca ...

(1998–1999; 2003)

Duke Lafferty

:G Rockett Phillips (1980–1981)

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Betty Eiler

Madeleine Sherwood Madeleine Sherwood (born Madeleine Louise Hélène Thornton; November 13, 1922 – April 23, 2016) was a Canadian actress of stage, film and television. She portrayed Mae/Sister Woman and Miss Lucy in both the Broadway and film versions of Tenne ...

(1971–1972)

Charles Eiler

Graham Jarvis Graham Powley Jarvis (August 25, 1930 – April 16, 2003) was a Canadian character actor in American films and television from the 1960s to the early 2000s. Early years Jarvis was born in Toronto, Ontario, the son of Margaret Biddulph (Scratche ...

(1971–1972)

Einstein

:Ian Alda (2007)

Mark Evans

Mark Pinter Mark Pinter (born March 7, 1950) is an American actor best known for his numerous roles in daytime soap operas. Early life and education Pinter was born in Decorah, Iowa. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre arts from Iowa State Univers ...

(1981–1983)

Nell Everest

: Patrick O'Connell (1989–1990)

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Andy Ferris

Victor Slezak Victor Slezak (born July 30, 1957) is an American stage, television and screen actor who has appeared in numerous films, including ''The Bridges of Madison County (film), The Bridges of Madison County'' (1995), ''Beyond Rangoon'' (1995), ''The D ...

(1984–1985)

Fred Fletcher

:John Gibson (1958) ::Dr. Paul Fletcher's biological father.

Johnny Fletcher

Don Scardino Donald Joseph Scardino (born February 17, 1949) is an American television director, producer, and retired actor. Career Acting Scardino was born in New York City, to jazz musician parents, Dorothy Denny Scardino and Charles Scardino. His first ...

(1965–1967) :Erik Howell (1967–1972)

Paul Fletcher

:Michael Kane (1956) : Bernard Grant (1956–1979) ::Fred Fletcher's biological son. Doctor

Leo Flynn

Robert LuPone Robert Francis LuPone (July 29, 1946 – August 27, 2022) was an American actor and artistic director. He worked on stage, in film, and in television. He was the brother of actress Patti LuPone. Early life and training LuPone was born in Brookl ...

(1990-2000)

Cyrus Foley

Murray Bartlett Murray Bartlett (born 20 March 1971) is an Australian actor. He became known for starring as a luxury resort manager in the first season of the HBO dark comedy series ''The White Lotus'' (2021), for which he won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outsta ...

(2007–2009)

Carlo Fontini

James Coco James Emil Coco (March 21, 1930 – February 25, 1987) was an American stage and screen actor. He was the recipient of a Primetime Emmy Award, a Drama Desk Award, a Cable ACE Award and three Obie Awards, as well as nominations for a Tony Award, ...

(1986–1987)

Sandy Foster

: Scott Bailey (2003–2006)

Whitney Foxton

Joseph Maher Joseph Sylvester Maher (29 December 1933 – 17 July 1998) was an Irish actor, playwright, and occasional theatre director. He was best known for his roles in the comedies of Joe Orton. He received three Tony Award nominations for his roles in ...

(1978–1979)

Jim Frazier

Billy Dee Williams William December Williams Jr. (born April 6, 1937) is an American retired actor, novelist and painter. He has appeared in over 100 films and television roles over six decades. He is best known for portraying Lando Calrissian in the ''Star Wars ...

(1966) :

James Earl Jones James Earl Jones (January 17, 1931 – September 9, 2024) was an American actor. A pioneer for black actors in the entertainment industry, Jones is known for his extensive and acclaimed roles on stage and screen. Jones is one of the few perfor ...

(1966–1967) ::Doctor

Martha Frazier

Ruby Dee Ruby Dee (born Ruby Ann Wallace; October 27, 1922 – June 11, 2014) was an American actress. She was married to Ossie Davis, with whom she frequently performed until his death in 2005. She received numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award, ...

(1967)

Jackson Freemont

:Michael Wilding Jr. (1985–1987)

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Doug Gandil

:Vic Noto (1981)

Verne Garrison

: Barbara Meek (1992)

Sally Gleason

Patricia Barry Patricia Barry (born Patricia Allen White, November 16, 1922 – October 11, 2016) was an American stage, film, and television actress. Although Barry has numerous credits performing in stage productions and in films, the majority of her work w ...

(1985–1987)

Georgene Belmont Granger

:Delphi Harrington (1976–1978)

Malcolm Granger

:Ed Seamens (1976)

Laura Ashley Grant

:Katherine N. Anderson (1953) :Alice Yourman (1953–1956)

Charles Grant

:David Fonteno (1995–2000; 2002; 2003; 2004; 2006) ::Doctor.

David Grant

Monti Sharp Monti Sharp is an American actor, best known for his role as David Grant on the daytime US drama ''Guiding Light''. Sharp received professional actor training at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Career Sharp was the first act ...

(1992–1995) :

Russell Curry Russell Curry (born August 28, 1956 in Minneapolis, Minnesota) is an American actor. He played Carter Todd on '' Another World'' (1984-1986), Vic Boswell on '' Santa Barbara'' (1988-1992), David Grant on ''Guiding Light'' (1995-1996), Sam Lucas o ...

(1995–1996) : Terrell Tilford (1998–2001)

Dick Grant

James Lipton Louis James Lipton (September 19, 1926 – March 2, 2020) was an American writer, actor, talk show host, and dean emeritus of the Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University in New York City. He was the executive producer, writer, and host of ...

(1953) ::Doctor.

Gillian "Gilly" Grant

Amelia Marshall Amelia Marshall (born April 2, 1958) is an American actress. She is best known for playing the roles of Gilly Grant Speakes on the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'' (1989 to 1996), Belinda Keefer on the ABC soap opera ''All My Children,'' (1996 to ...

(1989–1996)

Kathy Grant

: Susan Douglas Rubeš (1952–1958)

Richard Grant

Ed Prentiss Paul Edward Prentiss (September 9, 1908 – March 19, 1992) was an actor in the era of old-time radio.DeLong, Thomas A. (1996). ''Radio Stars: An Illustrated Biographical Dictionary of 953 Performers, 1920 through 1960''. McFarland & Company, ...

(1953)

Vivian Grant

:Petronia Paley (1992–1997)

Brad Green

Michael Swan Michael Swan (born June 11, 1948) is an American film and TV actor. Early life Swan was born in San Jose, California, the son of actress Alys Lucille (née Wilkinson) and Donald Arthur Swan.Mark Pinter Mark Pinter (born March 7, 1950) is an American actor best known for his numerous roles in daytime soap operas. Early life and education Pinter was born in Decorah, Iowa. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre arts from Iowa State Univers ...

(2003–2004)

Joe Green

John Rothman John Mahr Rothman (born June 3, 1949) is an American film, television, and stage actor. Life and career Rothman was born in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Elizabeth D. (née Davidson) and Donald N. Rothman, a lawyer. He is the brother of film ...

(2007–2009) ::Judge.

Eve Guthrie (deceased)

: Hilary Edson (1992–1995) ::Doctor

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Greta Halsey

Elizabeth Swados Elizabeth Swados (February 5, 1951 – January 5, 2016) was an American writer, composer, musician, choreographer, and theatre director. Swados received Tony Award nominations for Best Musical, Best Direction of a Musical, Best Book of a Music ...

(1993; 1999)

Noelle Hamilton

:Elaina Erika Davis (2002)

Richard Hanley

: Mandel Kramer (1953) ::District Attorney.

Sid Harper

:Philip Sterling (1952–1954)

Chuck Haskell

Peter Gallagher Peter Killian Gallagher (born August 19, 1955) is an American actor. Since 1980, he has played roles in numerous Hollywood films. He is best known for starring as Sandy Cohen in the television drama series '' The O.C.'' from 2003 to 2007, and ...

(1979)

Jack Haskell

:Paul Larson (1966)

George Hayes

:Philip Sterling (1963–1968)

Ramona Herndon

Colleen Dion Colleen Dion-Scotti (December 26, 1964, also credited as Colleen Dion) is an American actress. She is best known for her portrayal of Felicia Forrester on the CBS soap opera, ''The Bold and the Beautiful ''The Bold and the Beautiful'' (oft ...

(2003)

Adrian "Sugar" Hill

Taye Diggs Scott Leo "Taye" Diggs (né Berry; born January 2, 1971) is an American actor. He is known for his roles in the Broadway musicals '' Rent'' and '' Hedwig and the Angry Inch'', the TV series '' Private Practice'' (2007–2013), '' Murder in ...

(1997)

Tangie Hill

: Marcy Walker (1993–1995)

Wanda Hite

:Carey Cromelin (2009)

Alice Holden

Sandy Dennis Sandra Dale Dennis (April 27, 1937 – March 2, 1992) was an American actress. She made her film debut in the drama '' Splendor in the Grass'' (1961). For her performance in the comedy-drama film '' Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'' (1966), she ...

(1956) :Diane Gentner (1956–1958) :Lin Pearson (1958–1959)

Mark Holden

:Whitfield Connor (1955–1961)

Charlie Hubbs

:Jabari Gray (2006) ::Police detective.

Luke Huff

: John Lavelle (2004)

Sebastian Hulce

: Doug Hutchison (2004–2005)

I

J

Stephen Jackson

: Stefan Schnabel (1966–1981) ::Doctor.

Drew Jacobs

Tammy Blanchard Tammy Blanchard is an American actress. She rose to prominence for her role as teenage Judy Garland in the critically acclaimed television film '' Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows'' (2001), for which she received a Golden Globe Award nom ...

(1997–2000)

Karl Jannings

:Richard Morse (1959)

Will Jefferies

:Joseph Breen (1987–1989)

Brenda Jensen

: Linda Cook (2003)

Hart Jessup (deceased)

: Jeff Phillips (1991–1992) :Leonard Stabb (1993) :Sean McDermott (1993) :Marshall Hilliard (1995–1996) :

Frank Grillo Frank Anthony Grillo (born June 8, 1965) is an American actor. He is known for playing Brock Rumlow / Crossbones in the superhero franchise Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Sergeant Leo Barnes in ''The Purge'' franchise, and Rick Flag Sr. in ...

(1996–1999)

R.J. Jessup

:Alex Beck (1998–2003) :Christian Kulp (2003–2004) :Miles Williams (2004–2008)

Janet Johnson

Ruth Warrick Ruth Elizabeth Warrick (June 29, 1916 – January 15, 2005) was an American singer, actress and political activist, best known for her role as Phoebe Tyler Wallingford on ''All My Children'', which she played regularly from 1970 until her ...

(1953–1954) : Lois Wheeler (1954–1956; 1957–1958) ::Registered Nurse.

Dana Jones

:Katell Pleven (1989–1990)

Harry Jones

Mark Margolis Mark Margolis (, ; November 26, 1939 – August 3, 2023) was an American actor known for his portrayal of the character Hector Salamanca in ''Breaking Bad'' (2009–2011) and '' Better Call Saul'' (2016–2022). His performance in ''Breaking Ba ...

(1994)

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Paul Keeler

Ed Begley Edward James Begley Sr. (March 25, 1901 – April 28, 1970) was an American actor of theatre, radio, film, and television. He won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film '' Sweet Bird of Youth'' (1962) an ...

(1952) : Mel Ruick (1953) ::Reverend and Doctor.

Jim Kelly

:Paul Potter (1954) ::Doctor.

Helen Kennedy

Nancy Pinkerton Nancy Pinkerton Peabody (May 7, 1940 – March 4, 2010) was an American actress. Pinkerton is perhaps best known as the original actress to play Dr. Dorian Lord on the ABC daytime soap opera ''One Life to Live'' from 1973 to 1977, a period whic ...

(1985)

Karen Kennedy

:Sharon Washington (1992)

Jack Kiley

:Tom Tammi (1992)

Sheila Kiley

Kristine Sutherland Kristine Sutherland (born Kristine Young; April 17, 1955) is an American actress best known for her starring role as Buffy Summers' mother Joyce Summers on the television series ''Buffy the Vampire Slayer'', where she appeared in every season (19 ...

(1992)

Dante "Pops Cooper" Kouperakis

Vince O'Brien Vincent J. O'Brien (January 11, 1919 – June 19, 2010) was an American character actor, who appeared as a doctor in Woody Allen's film ''Annie Hall'' (1977) and appeared on television and in print ads as the Shell Answer Man. O'Brien grew up in ...

(1995–2009)

Stavros Kouperakis

:Eugene Troobnick (1991–1995)

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Paul La Crosse

:Jacques Roux (1977–1981) ::Doctor

Duke Lafferty

:G. Rockett Phillips (1980–1981)

Robin Lang

Zina Bethune Zina Bianca Bethune (February 17, 1945 – February 12, 2012) was an American actress, dancer, and choreographer. She was the daughter of actress Ivy Bethune. Early years Bethune was born on Staten Island, the daughter of Ivy ( Vigder), a Russi ...

(1958)

Christopher Langham

: Russ Anderson (2003–2004)

Laverne Larkin

:Rebecca Damon (2008–2009)

Jeremy Larson

:Greg McFadden (2006–2009)

Brent Lawrence

:Frank Beaty (1995–1996)

Rob Layne

: Timothy Adams (2000)

Daisy Lemay

:Brittany Slattery (1989, 1994) :

Brittany Snow Brittany Anne Snow (born March 9, 1986) is an American actress. She came to prominence for her role in the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'' (1998–2001), for which she won a Young Artist Award for Best Young Actress and was nominated for two o ...

(1998–2001) : Bonnie Dennison (2007–2009)

Jim Lemay

: Anthony Addabbo (1999–2000)

Bill Lewis III

:Renald White (1984–1986) :Bryan Buffington (1989–1998) :Ryan Brown (1998–2001) :

Daniel Cosgrove Daniel Thomas Cosgrove (born December 16, 1970) is an American actor. He is known for his roles as Scott Chandler on ''All My Children'', Matt Durning on ''Beverly Hills, 90210'', Bill Lewis on ''Guiding Light'', Christopher Hughes II on ''As ...

(2002–2005; 2007–2009)

Billy Lewis II

: Jordan Clarke (1983–1986; 1989–1993; 1996–1998; 1999–2009) : Geoffrey Scott (1993–1994)

Dylan Lewis

:Morgan Englund (1989–1995; 1997; 1999; 2002; 2004, 2006; 2009) : Brian Gaskill (2007–2008) ::Son of Reva Shayne and Billy Lewis

H.B. Lewis (deceased)

Larry Gates Lawrence Wheaton Gates (September 24, 1915December 12, 1996) was an American actor. His notable roles include H.B. Lewis on daytime's ''Guiding Light'' and Doc Baugh in the film version of ''Cat on a Hot Tin Roof'' (1958). He played the role of ...

(1983–1996)

Henry Lewis

Joshua "Josh" Lewis

: Robert Newman (1981–1984; 1986–1991; 1993–2009)

Marah Lewis

:Nicole Otto (1987–1988) :

Ashley Peldon Ashley Peldon (born April 2, 1984) is an American actress, starting as a child actress, transitioning to adult roles, then primarily voice acting after 2008. She has many credits for screams provided for sound effects. Life and career Peldon an ...

(1989–1991) :

Kimberly J. Brown Kimberly Jean Brown (born November 16, 1984) is an American actress. She is best known for her leading role as teen witch List of Halloweentown characters, Marnie Cromwell in the Halloweentown (film series), ''Halloweentown'' film series (1998� ...

(1993–1998; 2006) : Lauren C. Mayhew (1998–1999) :

Laura Bell Bundy Laura Ashley Bell Bundy-Hinkle (born April 10, 1981) is an American actress and singer. Her career started as a child, when her mother entered her in beauty pageants, where she would sing as a talent. After recognizing her singing ability, her m ...

(1999–2001) :

Lindsey McKeon Lindsey McKeon (born March 11, 1982) is an American actress. She is known for her roles as Marah Lewis on ''Guiding Light'' and Taylor James on '' One Tree Hill''. She previously starred on '' Saved by the Bell: The New Class'' as Katie Peters ...

(2001–2004)

Max Lewis

Mindy Lewis Melinda Sue "Mindy" Lewis is a fictional character in the town of Springfield on the CBS daytime drama, ''Guiding Light'', originated and, most notably, portrayed by actress, Krista Tesreau. Character History 1983–1989 Mindy Lewis, lovingly ...

Krista Tesreau Krista Tesreau (born January 10, 1964, in St. Louis, Missouri) is an American actress. Career Tesreau is best known for her role as Melinda “Mindy” Lewis on the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'', which she portrayed from 1983 to 1989. In 1987 ...

(1983–1989; 2004; 2006, 2009) : Kimberley Simms (1989–1992; 1997) :Ann Hamilton (1993) : Barbara Crampton (1993–1995)

Patricia "Trish" Lewis

:Rebecca Hollen (1980–1984)

Shayne Lewis

:Travis Cartier (1990–1991) :Bret Cooper (1993–1997) :Garrett Stevens (1997–1999) :Tony Michael Donnelly (1999) : Billy Kay (2000–2003) :Marty West (2003–2004) : Jeff Branson (2008–2009)

Ernie Logan

:Brett Rigby (2007–2009)

Brandon "Lujack" Luvonaczek (deceased)

Vincent Irizarry Vincent Michael Irizarry (born November 12, 1959) is an American actor. He was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award in 1985 and 2002, and won in 2009. Early life and education Irizarry grew up on Long Island, New York, and he is one of six childre ...

(1983–1986; 1989)

Eric Luvonaczek

: Ted Sorel (1991–1992)

M

A.C. Mallet

Mark Derwin Mark Derwin (born October 28, 1960) is an American film and television actor. Derwin began his career on ''Days of Our Lives'' in 1987 with a minor role as Jeremiah Brown. In 1988, Derwin appeared in the role of Adrian Hunter on ''The Young and ...

(1990–1993) : Robert Bogue (2005–2009)

Blake Marler

:Gina Foy (1975–1978) :Cheryl Lynn Brown (1979–1980) : Elizabeth Dennehy (1988–1989) :

Sherry Stringfield Sherry Stringfield (born June 24, 1967) is a retired American actress. She is best known for playing the role of Dr. Susan Lewis on the NBC medical drama '' ER'', a role for which she received three Emmy Award nominations. Stringfield was a m ...

(1989–1992) : Elizabeth Keifer (1992–2009) ::Wife of Ross Marler. Daughter of Roger Thorpe and Holly Norris Reade. Also known as Christina/Chrissy.

Clarissa Marler

:Samantha Sterck (2002-2003) :Arielle Fleischer (2006–2008) : Naelee Rae (2008–2009)

Dinah Marler

:Jennifer Gatti (1986–1987) : Paige Turco (1987–1989) :

Wendy Moniz Wendy Moniz (born January 19, 1969) is an American television actress. Her roles include Dinah Marler in the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'', as Rachel McCabe in '' Nash Bridges'', and as Louisa Archer in ''The Guardian''. From 2013 to 2014, Mon ...

(1995–1999) : Gina Tognoni (2004–2009) ::Daughter of Ross Marler and Vanessa Chamberlain.

Elaine "Lanie" Marler

:Katheen Kellaigh (1979–1981)

Jason Marler

:Samantha Stein (1996) :Cody Arens (1998) :James & Michael Mackonockie (1998–2002) :Ryan Marsini (2002) :James Kukinski (2002) : Mick Hazen (2006)

Justin Marler

:Thomas O'Rourke (1976–1983) :

Christopher Pennock Christopher Cadwalader Pennock (June 7, 1943 – February 12, 2021) was an American actor, writer and illustrator. Pennock began acting on stage after graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He had been active for over 40 years ...

(1990–1991)

Kevin Marler

:Brandon Unger (1996) :Isabelle Farrell (1996–1998) :Brett & Shane Harder (1998–2002) :Jeffrey Scaperrotta (2002–2005) :

Eric Nelsen Eric Nelsen (born June 26, 1991) is an American actor and producer. He is known for his work as an actor in the Paramount+ western series ''1883 (American TV series), 1883''. On stage, Nelsen portrayed Brett Sampson in the original Broadway pro ...

(2006)

Ross Marler (deceased)

: Jerry Ver Dorn (1979–2005) ::Husband of Blake.

Samantha Marler

:Suzy Cote (1989–1992)

Karen Martin

: Tudi Wiggins (1971–1972)

Grove Mason

(1967–1970, 1989–1990)

Sean McCullough

:William Bumiller (1998–1999)

Eve McFarren

: Janet Grey (1976–1982)

Dr. Sara McIntyre

: Patricia Roe (1967–1968) :Jill Andre (1968) : Millette Alexander (1969–1983)

Rose McLaren

: Alexandra Neil (1987–1989)

Deborah Mehren

Olivia Cole Olivia Carlena Cole (November 26, 1942 – January 19, 2018) was an American actress, best known for her Emmy Awards, Emmy Award-winning role in the 1977 miniseries ''Roots (1977 miniseries), Roots''. Early life and education Cole was born in M ...

(1969–1971)

Jeffrey Morgan

:Ramy Zaza (1997–1998)

Joe Morrison

: Daniel von Bargen (1993)

Andrew Murray

Dana Elcar Ibsen Dana Elcar (October 10, 1927 – June 6, 2005) was an American television and film character actor. He appeared in about 40 films as well as in the 1960s television series ''Dark Shadows'' as Sheriff George Patterson and the 1980s and 1 ...

(1962) ::District Attorney

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Natasha

: BethAnn Bonner (2009)

Rebecca Nash

: Christopher Norris (1992)

Kelly Nelson

John Wesley Shipp John Wesley Shipp (born January 22, 1955) is an American actor known for his various television roles. He played the lead Barry Allen on CBS's superhero series ''The Flash'' from 1990 to 1991, and Mitch Leery, the title character's father, on ...

(1980–1984)

Ira Newton

Sorrell Booke Sorrell Booke (January 4, 1930 – February 11, 1994) was an American actor who performed on stage, screen, and television. He acted in more than 100 plays and 150 television shows, and is best known for his role as corrupt politician Jefferson ...

(1972) ::District Attorney

Max Nickerson

: Jesse Lee Soffer (1999) :

Paul Wesley Paweł Tomasz Wasilewski (; July 23, 1982), better known by his stage name Paul Wesley, is an American actor and film director. He is known for starring as Stefan Salvatore in '' The Vampire Diaries'' (2009–2017) and James T. Kirk in '' Star ...

(1999–2000)

Nolan

:Stephen Zinnato (2001–2004)

Bonnie Noonan

:Julie Potter (1991–1995)

Andrew "Andy" Norris

:Barney McFadden (1975; 1996–1999; 2003–2006) :Ted Le Plat (1980–1981)

Barbara Norris

: Augusta Dabney (1970–1971) :

Barbara Berjer Barbara Berjer (June 12, 1920 – October 20, 2002) was an American actress. Early life Berjer was born Barbara Elinor Berger on June 12, 1920 in Seattle, Washington, the daughter of Knute Eystein Berger (1890-1949), a mechanical engineer origi ...

(1971–1981; 1995–1996)

Holly Norris Reade

: Lynn Deerfield (1970–1976) : Maureen Garrett (1976–1980; 1988–2006; 2009)

Kenneth Norris

Roger Newman Roger Newman (31 August 1940 – 4 March 2010) was a British born- American soap opera actor and writer. He was born in London, and died in New York City. Newman began his career as a child in radio. He moved with his family to Montréal af ...

(1970–1972; 1973–1975; 1998–1999)

Stanley "Stan" Norris

: Michael Higgins (1970)

O

Carroll O'Malley

Will Lyman William Lyman (born May 20, 1948) is an American actor. Known for his polished, resonant voice, he has narrated the PBS series '' Frontline'' since its second season in 1984. He played William Tell in the action/adventure television series ''Cr ...

(1995)

Colin O'Neill

:Chase & Trevor Tonon (2009)

Jeffrey O'Neill

Bradley Cole Bradley Thomas Cole (born February 11, 1959) is an American actor. Early years Singer-songwriter, actor, and producer, Bradley "Brad" Cole was born and raised in Southern California. He began guitar lessons at 8 years old and was heavily influen ...

(2003–2009) :T.J. Linnard (2006)

Sir Clayton Olds

:Miles Easton (1973–1974) ::British Psychiatrist

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Trudy Palmer

: Helen Wagner (1952)

Floyd Parker

:Tim Nielsen (1980–1985)

Katie Parker

: Denise Pence (1977–1985)

Ava Peralta

: Michelle Ray Smith (2005–2008; 2009)

Dan Peters

: Paul Ballantyne (1954)

Susan Piper

(1984)

Susan Prescott

:Casey Hutchison (1960–1985)

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Catalina Quesada

:Jessica Jimenez (2000–2002)

Quinn

Neal Bledsoe Neal Bledsoe (born March 26, 1981) is a Canadian-American actor, writer, and filmmaker. Early life Bledsoe was born in Toronto, but grew up in Seattle, Washington. Both of his grandfathers served in the Air Force during World War II and his mat ...

(2005)

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Beth Raines Beth Raines is a fictional character from the long-running American soap opera, ''Guiding Light''. Beth is the stepdaughter of the late Bradley Raines and daughter of Lillian Raines. She is the mother of Lizzie, James, and Peyton Spaulding and ...

Judi Evans Judi Evans (also credited as Judi Evans Luciano, born July 12, 1964) is an American actress. Evans began her career in daytime in 1983 when she was cast as Becki on ''Days of Our Lives.'' She shot to fame shortly after when she was cast as Bet ...

(1983–1986) : Beth Chamberlin (1989–1991; 1997–2009)

Bradley Raines

James Rebhorn James Robert Rebhorn (September 1, 1948 – March 21, 2014) was an American character actor. Rebhorn appeared in over 100 films, television series, and plays. Rebhorn portrayed George Wilbur in '' My Cousin Vinny'', Dr. McElwaine in '' Basic In ...

(1983–1985; 1989)

Lillian Raines

: Tina Sloan (1983–2009) ::Registration Nurse.

Claire Ramsey

Susan Pratt Susan Pratt is an American actress. Pratt is best known for her roles in daytime television as Anne Logan on ''General Hospital'' (1978–1982), Claire Ramsey on ''Guiding Light'' (1983–1986, 2000–2002), and Barbara Montgomery on ''All M ...

(1983–1986; 2000–2002)

Jonathan Randall

:Sean Rademaker (1999–2000) :

Tom Pelphrey Thomas J. Pelphrey (born July 28, 1982) is an American actor. He is known for playing the roles of Jonathan Randall on the CBS television series ''Guiding Light'' (for which he won two Daytime Emmy Awards), Mick Dante on the CBS television serie ...

(2004–2009)

Sarah Randall

:Alexa Kaplan (2009)

Ben Reade (deceased)

:Geoffrey Burke (1989–1996) :

Matthew Bomer Matthew Staton Bomer ( ; born October 11, 1977) is an American actor. List of roles and awards of Matt Bomer, His works have earned him accolades including a Golden Globe Award and a Critics' Choice Television Award, in addition to nominations ...

(2001–2003)

Fletcher Reade

: Jay Hammer (1984–1998; 1999; 2009)

Bea Reardon

:Lee Lawson (1980–1985; 1986; 1987–1988; 1990)

Bridget Reardon

: Melissa Hayden (1991–1997; 2009)

Chelsea Reardon

: Kassie DePaiva (1986–1991)

Jim Reardon

:Michael Woods (1983–1985)

Matt Reardon

: Kurt McKinney (1994–2000; 2005; 2006–2009)

Maureen Reardon

:Noel & Natalie Chant (2000) :Jaycie Megan Cohen (2000) : Olivia Dicopoulos (2009)

Nola Reardon

: Lisa Brown (1980–1985; 1995–1998; 2009)

Tony Reardon

: Gregory Beecroft (1981–1985)

Peggy Ashley Regan

Patricia Wheel Patricia Wheel (December 9, 1925 – June 3, 1986) was an American actress who appeared in films and TV series from the 1940s to the 1970s. Early years Wheel was the daughter of Lester H. Wheel and his wife, Helene, and she had a sister, Lesley. ...

(1953–1955)

Dalton Reid

: Matt Walton (2008)

Carl Richards

Wayne Tippit Wayne Tippit (December 19, 1932 – August 28, 2009) was an American television and stage character actor. He was best known to television audiences for playing Ted Adamson on the 1970s and 1980s CBS soap opera, ''Search for Tomorrow'', for five ...

(1974) ::Doctor

Jennifer Richards

: Geraldine Court (1982)

Morgan Richards (Nelson)

: Kristen Vigard (1980–1981) : Jennifer Cooke (1981–1983)

Natalia Rivera

: Jessica Leccia (2007–2009)

Joe Roberts

:Herbert Nelson (1952–1955)

Rae Rooney

:Allison Daugherty (1989–1990)

Tim Ryan

: Jordan Clarke (1974–1976) ::Doctor

S

Vinnie Salerno

:John Fiore (2002–2008)

Kyle Sampson

Larkin Malloy Thomas Larkin Malloy (September 24, 1954 – September 29, 2016) was an American soap opera actor, voice-over artist and acting teacher. Early life Malloy was born in New York City, the third child of John and Theresa (née Larkin) Malloy, bot ...

(1985–1987)

Wyatt Sanders

: Keith Christopher (1995–1996)

Carmen Santos

Saundra Santiago Saundra Santiago (born April 13, 1957) is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Detective Gina Calabrese in the NBC original crime drama series ''Miami Vice'' (1984–1990). She also played Carmen Santos on the CBS soap opera ''G ...

(1999–2000; 2001–2003)

Danny Santos

: Paul Anthony Stewart (1998–2005; 2009)

Hope Santos

:Cally and Brooke Tarleton (2005) :Lucy Palubo (2009)

Maria Santos

Míriam Colón Míriam Colón Valle (August 20, 1936 – March 3, 2017) was a Puerto Ricans, Puerto Rican actress. She was the founder and director of New York City's Puerto Rican Traveling Theater. Beginning her career in the early 1950s, she performed on Bro ...

(2001)

Mick Santos

:Juan Carlos Hernández (1998)

Michelle Bauer Santos

(1998–2000) : Nancy St. Alban (2000–2005, 2009)

Pilar Santos

: Paula Garces (1999–2001)

Ray Santos

:Jaime Passer (1999) :

George Alvarez George Enrique Alvarez (born January 25) is a Cuban-American actor. He is best known for playing the roles of Det. Alex Garcia on ''General Hospital'' (1992 to 1994, 1995 to 1999) and ''Port Charles'' (1997 to 1999), Enrique Alvarez on ''The Bol ...

(1999–2009)

Robbie Santos

:Joshua and Julia Ladd (2001–2002) :Jack O'Rourke (2002–2003) :Patrick Gilbert (2003–2005; 2009)

Tony Santos (deceased)

Jordi Vilasuso Jordi Alejandro Vilasuso (; born June 15, 1981) is an American actor best known for originating the role of Tony Santos on the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'' from August 2000 until August 2003. He has also portrayed the roles of Griffin Cas ...

(2000–2003) :

Stephen Martines Stephen Martines is an American actor, recording artist and athlete. Martines has appeared in several television shows, including ''General Hospital, Burn Notice, General Hospital'', ''Guiding Light'', ''Monarch Cove'', ''The Closer'' and ''Th ...

(2003–2005)

Ben Scott

Bernard Kates Bernard Kates (December 26, 1922 – February 2, 2010) was an American actor on television, in movies and on the stage. Staff Sergeant Kates served as a Waist Gunner on a B-17G with the 336th Bomb Squadron, 95th Bomb Group (H), 8th United Sta ...

(1965–1968)

Emmett Scott

:Kenneth Harvey (1976) :

Frank Latimore Franklin Latimore (born Franklin Latimore Kline; September 28, 1925 – November 29, 1998) was an American actor. Life and career Latimore was born in Darien, Connecticut. He came from a well-to-do family, and was able to trace his lineage b ...

(1976–1979) ::Doctor.

Margaret Sedwick

: Margaret Gwenver (1982–2007) ::Doctor

Hawk Shayne

: Gil Rogers (1985–1990; 1995–1999; 2002; 2004; 2006)

Reva Shayne Reva Shayne is a fictional character from ''Guiding Light'', played by four-time Daytime Emmy Award winner Kim Zimmer from November 28, 1983, to July 23, 1990, and April 28, 1995, until the show's final episode on September 18, 2009. Zimmer has b ...

: Kim Zimmer (1983–1990; 1995–2009)

Roxie Shayne

:Kristi Ferrell (1984–1988)

Sarah Shayne

Audrey Peters Audrey Peters (February 11, 1927 - August 2, 2019) was an American actress. Career Peters was best known for her 21-year run as Vanessa Dale, Vanessa Dale Sterling on the CBS daytime soap opera ''Love of Life''. Peters was the third actress to ...

(1987–1991; 1993; 2006)

Sheila Slye

:Kate Miller (2008)

Zachary Smith

Brody Hutzler Ian Brody Hutzler (born April 20, 1971) is an American actor. Early life Ian Brody Hutzler was born on April 20, 1971, in Fairbanks, Alaska. He attended Michigan State University before relocating to Los Angeles. Career Hutzler played the rol ...

(1996–1997)

Soto

: Nick Santino (2002) ::Reverend.

Alan Spaulding (deceased)

: Chris Bernau (1977–1984; 1986–1988) :

(1982, temporary replacement) : Daniel Pilon (1988–1989; 1990) : Ron Raines (1994–2009)

Alan-Michael Spaulding

:Jessica Zutterman (1981–1983) :Carl T. Evans (1987–1990) : Rick Hearst (1990–1996) :

Michael Dietz Michael Dietz (born February 10, 1971) is an American actor and producer. Career He was an executive producer for GSN'S ''The Line'' and a co-executive producer for SyFy's ''Geeks Who Drink''. Other producing credits include '' Celebrity Appre ...

(1996–1997) :Michael Dempsey (2005–2007)

Alexandra Spaulding

:Lydia Bruce (1984) : Beverlee McKinsey (1984–1992) :

Marj Dusay Marjorie Ellen Mahoney Dusay (; née Mahoney; February 20, 1936 – January 28, 2020) was an American actress known for her roles on American soap operas. She was especially known for her role as Alexandra Spaulding on ''Guiding Light'', a role ...

(1993–1997; 1998–1999; 2002–2009) :

Joan Collins Dame Joan Henrietta Collins (born 23 May 1933) is an English actress, author and columnist. She is the recipient of several accolades, including a Golden Globe Awards, a People's Choice Award, two Soap Opera Digest Awards and a Primetime Emm ...

(2002)

Amanda Spaulding

:Kathleen Cullen (1978–1983; 1987) :Toby Poser (1995–1998)

Brandon Spaulding (deceased)

:Ralph Bell (1983)

Emma Spaulding

:Kathryn Hall (2006–2007) :Jacqueline Tsirkin (2007–2009)

James Spaulding James Ralph Spaulding Jr. (was born July 30, 1937) is an American jazz saxophonist and flutist. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, United states, Spaulding attended the Chicago Cosmopolitan School of Music. Between 1957 and 1961, he was a member of ...

:Desmond and Aidan Young (2000–2001) :Caleb Collins (2001–2008) :

Zack Conroy Zack Conroy (born April 19, 1985, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire) is an American actor and finance executive. Career Acting Conroy portrayed James Spaulding on ''Guiding Light'' from April 2009 until the show's finale in September of that year. ...

(2009)

Lizzie Spaulding

:Julie Levine (1990–1991) :

Hayden Panettiere Hayden Lesley Panettiere ( ; born August 21, 1989) is an American actress and singer. She has starred as Claire Bennet on the NBC superhero series ''Heroes (American TV series), Heroes'' (2006–2010), Kirby Reed in the slasher film, slasher Ho ...

(1996–2000) : MacKenzie Mauzy (2000–2002) : Allison Hirschlag (2002–2003) : Crystal Hunt (2003–2006) : Marcy Rylan (2006–2009)

Nick McHenry Spaulding

(1991–1996)

Peyton Spaulding

Phillip Spaulding

:Jarrod Ross (1977–1981) : Grant Aleksander (1982–1984; 1986–1991; 1996–2004; 2005; 2009) : John Bolger (1985–1986)

Victoria "Vicky" Spaulding

Victoria Platt Victoria Gabrielle Platt (born November 21, 1972) is an American actress. Career Platt began her career appearing in an episode of NBC sitcom ''The Cosby Show'' in 1985 and the following year made her big screen debut in the musical drama film '' ...

(1998–2000)

Zach Spaulding

:Connor and Keegan Sinclair (1999–2002; recurring) :

Nicholas Art Nicholas Reese Art (born January 13, 1999) is an American former child actor. He is known for his roles in the films ''Syriana'' (2005) and '' The Nanny Diaries'' (2007), as well as the soap opera ''Guiding Light'' (2002–2008). Life and care ...

(2002–2008; recurring)

Hampton Speakes

: Vince Williams (1989–1996)

Kathryn "Kat" Speakes

Nia Long Nia Talita Long ( ; born October 30, 1970) is an American actress. Best known for her work in Black cinema, Long rose to prominence after starring in the film '' Boyz n the Hood'' (1991), and for her portrayal of Beullah "Lisa" Wilkes on the N ...

(1991–1994)

Olivia Spencer

: Crystal Chappell (1999–2009)

Daniel St. John

:David Bishins (1990–1992)

Logan Stafford

: Richard Hamilton (1981)

Eve Stapleton-McFerron

: Janet Grey (1976–1983)

Rita Stapleton-Bauer

: Lenore Kasdorf (1975–1981)

Viola Stapleton

:Sudie Bond (1976) : Kate Wilkinson (1976–1981)

Cameron Stewart

Ian Ziering Ian Andrew Ziering (; born March 30, 1964) is an American actor best known for his role as Steve Sanders on the television series ''Beverly Hills, 90210'', which he played from 1990 to 2000. He is also the voice of Vinnie on ''Biker Mice from ...

(1986–1988)

Maeve Stoddard

:Leslie Denniston (1985–1988)

Gavin "The Mole" Strong

Geoffrey Arend Geoffrey Rashid Arend, Jr. (born February 28, 1978) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Ethan Gross on the ABC drama series ''Body of Proof'', Matt Mahoney on the CBS political drama series '' Madam Secretary'', and a young ...

(2003)

Ralphie Sullivan

: Lee Reherman (2000)

Jack Summers

: John Behlmann (2007)

Gary Swanson

:William Bell Sullivan (1989–1990)

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Johnny "Dub" Taylor

:Marko Maglich (1984–1985)

Bart Thompson

:Barry Thomson (1954) ::Doctor

Adam Thorpe

Robert Gerringer Robert Gerringer (born Robert Geiringer; May 12, 1926 – November 8, 1989) was an American character actor perhaps best known as Dr. Dave Woodard on the soap opera ''Dark Shadows'', a role he played during 1967. Gerringer left the show because h ...

(1972–1973) :Robert Milli (1973–1981; 1989; 1994)

Roger Thorpe (deceased)

: Michael Zaslow (1971–1980; 1989–1997) : Dennis Parlato (1997–1998)

Carrie Todd

: Jane Elliot (1981–1982)

Joe Turino

Joseph Campanella Joseph Anthony Campanella (November 21, 1924 – May 16, 2018) was an American character actor. He appeared in more than 200 television and film roles from the early 1950s to 2009. Campanella was widely known for his roles as Joe Turino on ''Gu ...

(1959–1960)

Clay Tynan

Giancarlo Esposito Giancarlo Giuseppe Alessandro Esposito (; born April 26, 1958) is an American actor and director. He rose to prominence by portraying Gus Fring in the AMC (TV channel), AMC crime drama series ''Breaking Bad'' (2009–2011), a role he reprised in ...

(1982–1983)

Helen Tynan

Micki Grant Micki Grant (born Minnie Louise Perkins, June 30, 1929 – August 22, 2021) was an American singer (soprano), actress, writer, and composer. She performed in '' Having Our Say'' (as Sadie Delaney), '' Tambourines to Glory'' and '' Jericho-Jim Cr ...

(1982–1984)

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V

Christine Valere

:Ariana Chase (1986–1987)

Paul Valere

: Robin Ward (1987)

Missy Van Houten

:Cathy Lynn Yonek (1993)

Eric Van Gelder

(1977–1978)

David Vested

:Peter D. Greene (1970–1971) :Dan Hamilton (1971–1972)

Kit Vested

Nancy Addison Nancy Addison Altman (March 21, 1946 – June 18, 2002), also known as Nancy Addison, was an American actress noted for her appearances in soap operas. She first attracted notice for playing Kit Vested on the television soap opera ''Guiding Lig ...

(1969–1974)

Jack Vice

:Sean Patrick Reilly (2004)

Francesca Vizzini

:Nadia Capone (1991)

Dorie Von Halkein

:Kim Fertman (1985–1986)

India Von Halkein

Mary Kay Adams Mary Kay Adams (born September 12, 1962) is an American actress. She is best knowing for playing the roles of India von Halkein on the CBS soap opera ''Guiding Light'' (1984 to 1987, return appearances from 1990 to 2005) and Na'Toth on the sc ...

(1984–1987; 1990; 1998–1999; 2002; 2005)

Peter Vreeland

Roscoe Born Roscoe Conklin Born (November 24, 1950 – March 3, 2020) was an American actor and songwriter. He is best known for his roles on various television soap operas, most notably as archenemy, archvillain Mitch Laurence on ''One Life to Live'' in six ...

(2001)

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Charlotte Waring (A.K.A. Tracy Delmar Fletcher)

: Victoria Wyndham (1967–1971)"Star News," Pasadena, Calif. :Felice Camargo (1969) :Dorrie Kavanaugh (1970) : Melinda O. Fee (1971–1973)

Ben Warren (deceased)

Hunt Block Huntington Macdonald Block (born February 16, 1953) is an American television actor. Career Block was discovered selling Buick Century automobiles at the Chicago Auto Show. Early in his career, he made numerous TV commercials, short films, and e ...

(1997–1999)

Joe Werner

:Ben Hayes (1966–1967) :Ed Zimmermann (1967–1972) :Anthony Call (1972–1976) ::Doctor

Tim "T.J." Werner

:T.J. Hargrave (1974–1976) :

Kevin Bacon Kevin Norwood Bacon (born July 8, 1958) is an American actor. Known for various roles, including leading man characters, Bacon has received numerous accolades such as a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Bacon made his featu ...

(1980–1981) :Christopher Marcantel (1981–1982)

Lucille Wexler

:Rita Lloyd (1980–1981)

Peter Wexler

Michael Durrell Michael Durrell (born Sylvester Salvatore Ciraulo) is an American actor. Career Durrell began his career in the role of attorney Peter Wexler on the CBS soap opera '' The Guiding Light''. In 1969, he appeared on Broadway in ''Cock-A-Doodle-D ...

(1968–1971)

Charlotte Wheaton

Barbara Garrick Barbara Garrick is an American actress. Garrick has appeared on stage, television and in film. Life and career Garrick appeared in several New York-based television soap operas, including the roles of villainous nurse Charlotte Wheaton on ''Gu ...

(1985)

Griffin Williams

:Geoffrey C. Ewing (1995–1998)

Marcus Williams

Kevin Mambo Kevin Mambo (born June 29, 1972) is a Zimbabwean-Canadian actor and musician. He is best known for his role on the CBS Daytime serial ''Guiding Light'' in the role of Marcus Williams, which won him two Daytime Emmys and for his role as Fela An ...

(1995–1998)

Cassie Layne Winslow

Laura Wright Laura Alice Wright (née Sisk; born September 11, 1970) is an American actress. She is best known for playing the roles of Allison "Ally" Rescott on ''Loving (TV series), Loving'' (1991 to 1995) and ''The City (1995 TV series), The City'' (1995 ...

(1997–2005) :

Nicole Forrester Nicole Wendy Forrester (born 17 November 1976) is a Canadians, Canadian high jumper. She was born in Aurora, Ontario. Her personal best jump is 1.97 metres, achieved in July 2007 in Thessaloniki. Education and career Forrester completed her Ba ...

(2005–2008)

Edmund Winslow

:David Andrew Macdonald (1999–2005; 2008–2009)

Richard Winslow

(1999–2002)

Tammy Winslow (deceased)

: Katie Sagona (1997–2002) :

Stephanie Gatschet Stephanie Lucile Gatschet (born March 16, 1983, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an actress, who has appeared on the soap operas ''Guiding Light'' (as Tammy Winslow) and ''All My Children'' (as Madison North). Early life and education As a ...

(2002–2007)

Will Winslow

:Scott and Zachary Benes (2001–2005) : Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick (2007–2008)

Kirk Winters

: James Horan (1980–1981) ::Detective.

Cass Winthrop Cass Winthrop is a fictional character on the soap opera ''Another World (TV series), Another World''. He was portrayed by Stephen Schnetzer from 1982 to 1999. Schnetzer also appeared as Cass on ''As the World Turns'' from 1999 to 2002 and again ...

: Stephen Schnetzer (2002)

Miss Emma Witherspoon

Maureen O'Sullivan Maureen Paula O'Sullivan (May 17, 1911 – June 23, 1998) was an Irish actress who played Jane in the ''Tarzan'' series of films during the era of Johnny Weissmuller. She starred in dozens of feature films across a span of more than half a ...

(1984)

Ashlee Wolfe

: Caitlin Van Zandt (2006–2009)

Doris Wolfe

: Orlagh Cassidy (1999–2009)

Carl Wyatt

: Gerald S. O'Laughlin (1965) ::Lieutenant

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Anita Ybarra

:Carla Pinza (1988–1989)

John Young

:Khin-Kyaw Maung (1984)

Louisa Young

Holly Marie Combs Holly Marie Combs Ryan (born December 3, 1973) is an American actress and producer. Known for her work in television dramas, her career spans over four decades. Combs started her career in the 1980s with small roles on television soap operas a ...

(1990)

Yves

:Reid Mihalko (2001)

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Zamana

:Adolph Ceasar (1984)

Zamir

:Cory Nichols (2009)

Ziggy

: Cal Robertson (2007)

Zoe

:Christy Meyers (2005)

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