By Marlena De Lacroix a.k.a. Connie Passalacqua Hayman I’ve basically cheered on most of the changes made in The Young and the Restless these past three months. Characters like Nick, Phyllis and even Sharon have been fixed by giving them more clarity and strength. The new sets, like Avery’s living room/kitchen and Nick’s bar, are awesome. … [Read more...]
Remembering Douglas Marland: Timeless Storylines, Timeless Talent
Douglas Marland: May 5, 1935 - March 6, 1993 By Patrick Erwin It's been fifteen years since Douglas Marland's death. That seems impossible to me, but then again, maybe that's because I still see aspects of his work and his characters on screen every day. Certainly, his body of work has had a big impact on me. I was eagerly watching his … [Read more...]
Remembering Douglas Marland: Highlights of a Great Career
Douglas Marland: May 5, 1935 - March 6, 1993 By Patrick Erwin As an actor: -- Doug appeared in a 1956 episode of Playhouse 90 called Forbidden Area (as Marland Messner, his real name). -- In 1973, he appeared on As The World Turns, playing Lisa's doctor, Eric Lonsberry, during the infamous "phantom fetus" storyline. -- Doug also appeared … [Read more...]
Remembering Douglas Marland: A Week-long Celebration
Douglas Marland: May 5, 1935 - March 6, 1993 By Marlena De Lacroix Can it really be 15 years since the light was turned off? Those were the words of my friend, soap historian Leona Barad when I wrote to her telling her we were planning a special week of articles here at marlenadelacroix.com to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Douglas … [Read more...]
Remembering Douglas Marland: Actors Recall Their Marland Moments, Part 1
Douglas Marland: May 5, 1935 - March 6, 1993 By Patrick Erwin As part of our celebration of Douglas Marland's work, we want to share the thoughts and memories of some of the actors and actresses who performed his work day in and day out. We're posting these remembrances here to share with you, along with a brief outline of their "Marland … [Read more...]