This April
Adam Mayfield takes over the role of legacy character
Scott Parker Chandler. Scott's life has had as many twists and turns as he has recasts. Here is a look back into the life of one of Pine Valley's most troubled tikes:
The late Phillip Amelio (l.) was the first Scotty. His onscreen mother, Ellen Wheeler (r.), would go on to become Executive Producer of Guiding Light.: Little Scotty Parker's life was turned upside down when after the death of his father, Fred Parker, from complications from AIDS. Fred was a intravenous drug user. News of his death stirred Pine Valley because one of Fred's friends and fellow addicts was Mark Dalton, Erica Kane's brother. Scotty faced an uncertain future when his mother, Cindy Parker, was diagnosed with the virus as well.
While at the children's center at Pine Valley Hospital, Scotty befriended volunteer Stuart Chandler. Stuart and Cindy fell in love despite criticisms from the community and Stuart's family. When the couple married, Scotty had a new father in Stuart and he formally took on the Chandler name. Their happiness would be short lived as Cindy too would succumb to complications from AIDS.
Shane McDermott (r.) went on to become a successful real estate agent. Brian Gaskill (l.) last starred as Guiding Light's Dylan Lewis.: A teenage Scott faced growing pains in his early days of high school. Always being seen as the "good guy," Scott had a hard time getting girls. He fostered an unrequited crush on best friend Anita Santos, while she only had eyes for his childhood friend Bobby Warner.
Scott got a part time job at WRCW, where he realized his passion for the entertainment industry.
The cabin scenes lead to some funny off screen moments for Daniel Cosgrove and company. Cosgrove currently stars as Guiding Light's Bill Lewis, Dylan's little brother.: Scott's first relationship was with runaway Laura Kirk. Scott tutored Laura to help her catch up with the rest of her class. But Laura was haunted by demons of her own past and could not commit to a relationship.
Liza Colby, Scott's uncle Adam's latest wife and his boss at WRCW, became especially protective of Scott. Liza could see that the gold diggers were circling now that Scott was about to come into his trust fund. The two main culprits were down-and-out-princess Gillian Andrassy and unlucky-in-love Kelsey Jefferson. Liza sent Kelsey packing for Buffalo, and arranged for Gillian to fall in love with con-man Ryan Lavery.
When Lee Hawkins came to Pine Valley claiming vengeance on the Chandler for the supposed death of his wife in Pigeon Hallow, Scott was sent away to California to attend film school.
Even Forbes March (r.) had no idea that Rebecca Budig would go on to achieve super couple status with storyline spoiler Leo duPres.: Scott did a lot of growing up in California. Namely, he lost his virginity to Pine Valley debutant Greenlee Smythe. Scott wanted to pursue a relationship with the virginal Becca Tyree, but Greenlee smeared his good name by showing her a tape of them having sex.
Scott tried to sabotage Becca's blooming romance with Leo duPres by setting up a website called "
VirginVictor.com" where people could place bets on when Becca was going to loose her virginity. He put the site in Leo's name. Greenlee and Leo partnered to keep Becca and Scott apart, eventually falling in love themselves.
Scott was admitted to NYU's film school, and decided it was time to start his life anew, away from the lies and schemes of his hometown.
March went on to star as One Life to Live's Nash until 2008. He made it known after being written out that he was open to a return to All My Children.If this is life in Pine Valley, is Scott sure he's ready to come home?
For a full look in Scott's life, check out his QUICK GUIDE entry.
Hot on the heels of Eden Riegel's return, we have Tamara Braun's exit! And this is how it was meant to be all along. Through the months, we've been getting hints and looks at how the Bianca/Reese love story would play out. Now that Reese knows without a doubt that her heart belongs to Bianca, she wants everyone to know. And when Bianca returns it is only she that Reese needs to prove it to. They leave together for Paris in late April/early May to work on their damaged relationship together.
If you were watching this week's episode of CBS' How I Met Your Mother, you spotted Tejeiro as a Lucia the lunch room lady/faux-executive. The Cuban American Actress got to show off her native Spanish skills, something that was surprisingly in short supply during her run at All My Children.
Not much is known yet about AMC newcomer Brittany Allen other than her name is Marissa and she meets Krystal in a massage parlor on April 21. Then the two end up arrested! Word has it there is a lot that will happen with Marissa come May. Brittany has previously been seen on M.V.P. as well as various movies.
Les was Angie Hubbard's disapproving father, who could not look past Jesse's questionable street credentials to see that he made his daughter truly happy. Les was famous for his short fuse. An argument between Les and Frank Grant over Jesse got so heated that Frank suffered a fatal stroke.
the awards show with no home and will broadcast August 31 from the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles. Things weren't looking good when, due to declining ratings, CBS decided not to broadcast the show this year. ABC didn't have room in their schedule and NBC has not been in the rotation for several years. And when Soapnet opted not to pick up the show, things looked even more bleek. But a big thank you goes out to the CW for stepping up to the plate!
Anne Tyler (from Judith Barcroft 1971-77, to Gwynn Gillis, 1979-81)
Debbi Morgan rocked the soap world when she announced she was leaving her flagship role of Angie Hubbard on #2 Soap Opera All My Children, for fledgling neophyte Generations. The character of Angie stood out for being a positive portrayal of an African American woman. She grew up in front of the audience's eyes from an virginal high school student into a successful doctor. It only made sense that Morgan wanted to explore the opportunities at Generations, a soap opera revolving around an intentionally racially diverse cast.
The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Colin Egglesfield (ex-Josh) has landed a lead role in the pilot for the CW's new version of Melrose Place! He plays Auggie, a surfer dude who works as a sous chef by day with dreams of being in business for himself someday. They made the right choice. One of the things I remember about the old Melrose Place is that everyone was beautiful. Colin sure fits the bill!
Rebecca Budig (ex-Greenlee) has landed a guest starring spot on the CBS hit sitcom, How I Met Your Mother!! Set to air during one of the final shows of the season (actual airdate not available at this time), she will be playing love interest to Ted, played by Josh Radnor. How I Met Your Mother airs Monday's nights at 8:30 pm EST.
Aiden Turner, who plays AMC's hot PI, is going to be a daddy in real life! Aiden and wife Megan are expecting their first bundle of joy, a girl, late in the summer. Congratulations!!
Highlights from across the Soap Blog Coalition.
The late Phillip Amelio (l.) was the first Scotty. His onscreen mother, Ellen Wheeler (r.), would go on to become Executive Producer of Guiding Light.
Shane McDermott (r.) went on to become a successful real estate agent. Brian Gaskill (l.) last starred as Guiding Light's Dylan Lewis.
The cabin scenes lead to some funny off screen moments for Daniel Cosgrove and company. Cosgrove currently stars as Guiding Light's Bill Lewis, Dylan's little brother.
Even Forbes March (r.) had no idea that Rebecca Budig would go on to achieve super couple status with storyline spoiler Leo duPres.
March went on to star as One Life to Live's Nash until 2008. He made it known after being written out that he was open to a return to All My Children.
credits to her name, most probably remember her as Lexi from Melrose Place. She is set to appear sometime in late April or early May and will return to Pine Valley with a new profession, lawyer, and reclaim her daughter Colby. Where has Liza been all this time? Well we'll find out and we'll also find out that she's secretly working for someone in Pine Valley! The role was previously played by soap legend Marcy Walker from 1981 -1984, and again from 1995-2004.
Meredith Patterson has taken on the recurring role of Francesca, Zach's manager at the casino. She has already began airing and will continue for the forseeable future. Meredith has various TV and film credits, including Boston Legal and in The Princess Diaries II. She's also appeared on Broadway in productions of White Christmas and 42nd Street Revival, among others.
Scott Chandler is returning to Pine Valley on April 9, this time played by actor Adam Mayfield. Last played by Forbes March (who went on to play Nash on OLTL), the character left back in 2000 to finish his studies at NYU. Stuart's adopted son is sure to spell more airtime for Stuart and hopefully Marian. Mayfield has previously been seen on the shows Boston Public and The Hughleys. Who do you suppose Scott's Pine Valley love interest will be.... Amanda? Randi? hmmmCourting the Cortlandts
Cady McClain (ex-Dixie) will be returning to ATWT in late May, in the role of Rosanna. She left the show in January of 2008. Dixie met her demise back in 2007 on AMC when she ingested poisoned pancakes that were meant for Babe. She appeared as a ghost for a short time in 2008 to help Tad reunite with their daughter Kate.
