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Erika Slezak Shares Statements On the Deaths Of Former OLTL Head Writer Michael Malone and Actress Robyn Griggs

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It’s been a sad few weeks for One Life to Live fans with the passing of two people associated with the beloved soap opera.  Now, six-time Daytime Emmy winner, Erika Slezak (ex-Viki) has shared her sentiments and sorrow over the deaths of former OLTL head writer, Michael Malone, who passed away over the weekend at 80, and actress Robyn Griggs who lost her battle with cancer at 49 over a week ago.

As One Life fans know, Michael Malone was instrumental in creating Viki’s additional alters in the riveting DID storyline where we learned where that Vili was sexually abused by her father, Victor Lord.  The alters included: Jean, Tommy, Princess, Tori, plus previously known Niki, and even a Victor Lord alter.

In her statement on Michael Malone, Erika expressed: “I am so deeply saddened by the news of Michael Malone’s passing. He was a charming talented and wonderful man who created such great stories for One Life to Live and Another World, including the development of Viki’s other personalities. He challenged me in the best possible way; what fun we had together. But he was also the author of so many novels, all of which I have read and loved. I send sincerest sympathies to his family and friends.”

Erika also shared her thoughts on the passing of Robyn Griggs: “I am so sorry to hear the news of Robyn Griggs’ passing. She was a delightful woman and talented actress. How very difficult for her to have dealt with such a terrible illness. I am glad that she is finally at peace. God bless you Robyn”

Malone had been the head writer at One Life from 1991-1994, and then again from 2003-2004, and Griggs played the role of Stephanie Hesser, (Carlo Hesser’s niece) from 1991-1992.

Watch below. the now classic confrontation played brilliantly by Erika and Robin Strasser (ex-Dorian), that began the reveal of all of Viki’s other personalities.

Then. share your thoughts on this powerful story by Michael Malone and Erika’s statements on both his and Robyn Griggs passing in the comment section.

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Erika Slezak is a true class act, her statements on Mr. Malone and Ms. Griggs are substantive and thoughtful–I always recall her being so fond of Michael and his work. I recall another rather mature actress, back in the day, on “another” show making “scolding” public comments on Ms. Griggs’s supposed behavior…I am glad that Ms. Slezak remembers Robyn’s talent and delightfulness. As well as her struggle with such an illness at a relatively young age. We must strive to see the best in everyone is the message, our time here can be so limited.

My first thought was that I hope Ryan Phillippe will comment on Michael Malone . He wrote such a beautiful storyline giving Ryan his first prominent role. As well the storyline helped many people in their coming out process including me.

Very touching statements from an extremely classy lady.

The clips you included once again demonstrate that Erika Slezak and Robin Strasser are absolute magic together. I’m in tears all over again watching them. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss One Life to Live.

Robin Strasser could read the phone book and I’d watch on the edge of my seat from A-Z!!!

Ditto, Echo.

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Cameron Mathison Previews New Game Show ‘Beat The Bridge’ (Promo)

As previously reported, Cameron Mathison (Drew, General Hospital) will be seen doing double duty this summer when he premieres in June as the host of Game Show Network’s Beat The Bridge.

Now, while Cameron will be the host with the most, that doesn’t mean he will stop playing GH’s Drew.  In fact, Mathison taped the game show in 2023, so it will now air for the first time in 2024.

Taking to his Instagram this week, Cameron shared his enthusiasm and some new hosting snaps, sharing, “Our newest game show host reporting for duty😎 Head over to the Game Show Network YouTube channel for your first look at the show and don’t miss Beat The Bridge premiering this June! I can’t wait for you guys to see this!”

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In Beat The Bridge, an enormous interactive bridge dares players to cross by stepping on the right answers to challenging trivia questions. As they play, each steps forward and puts money in their team’s bank, with bonus money for each successful crossing. Here’s the catch: the team gets to keep the money only if it can “beat the bridge” by returning one of its players back across before time expires.

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Meanwhile, on GH, Drew and Nina (Cynthia Watros) recently had hate-sex. Do you think its a one-time deal? Where will Drew’s story take him next under new head writers, Patrick Mulcahey and Elizabeth Korte? Stay tuned.

Now below, check out the first promo for Beat The Bridge from the Game Show Network with you host, Cameron Mathison.  Then, let us know, will you be checking out the game this summer? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

 

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Kim Kardashian, Emma Roberts and Marlene King Land ‘Calabasas’, a Soap in the Vein of the ‘O.C’ and ‘Beverly Hills 90210’, at Netflix

There has been lot of soapy projects coming to life and in the works of late, and now comes word that Kim Kardashian is executive producing a new series in development for Netflix called Calabasas.

After a bidding war last week, it looks like Netflix cemented the development deal from Kim, and her producing partners American Horror Story co-star Emma Roberts (pictured below) and Pretty Little Liars creators Marlene King and Alexandra Milchan.

The concept of Calabasas is based on the book If You Lived Here You’d Be Famous By Now by Via Bleidner.  King set to write the adaptation and will serve as the series showrunner.

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According to Deadline, Calabasas is said to be in the vein of primetime young teen and young adult soaps the O.C. and Beverly Hills 90210. The story follows “Via, a 16-year-old sheltered Midwestern Catholic school girl whose world is turned upside down when her family moves and she’s forced to transfer to the fast world of Calabasas High where nothing is as it appears and where everyone is trying to be someone else. It’s a place where dreams come true … but not without complications and sometimes unforeseen consequences.”

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As fans of the Kardashians know, Kim and her family made the town of Calabasas a household and worldwide name. Kim being attached to this project helped make its sale. This marks her fourth project to sell since the writers and actors strikes concluded at the end of last summer.

So, would you be interested to see a teen soap called ‘Calabasas’ on Netflix from Kim and company? Comment below.

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Ellen Travolta Makes Another Return to General Hospital

If General Hospital’s Chase (Josh Swickard) and Brook Lynn’s (Amanda Setton) nuptials are on, you didn’t think Grandma Gloria Cerullo would miss out on the festivities, now did you?

Casting news from Soap Opera Digest reveals that Ellen Travolta is back taping scenes that will air the week of May 13th on the ABC daytime drama series.  When viewers learned that Carmine Cerullo, was also on his way back to Port Charles, now in the face and body of actor George Russo, it only made sense that Grandma Gloria would join Grandpa Cerullo. Look for them both mid-May.

As most people know, Ellen is the older sister to John Travolta. She first make appearances as Gloria back on GH in the mid-90s. Most recently, she returned to the Quartermaine mansion to meet up with daughter, Lois (Rena Sofer) and granddaughter Brook Lynn for Thanksgiving in Port Charles in 2023.  Michael Fairman TV interviewed Rena Sofer and Amanda Setton late last year where they shared what it had been liking working with Ellen, who remains very close to Sofer in real-life.

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Amanda shared: “We fell in love immediately. What’s crazy is my maternal grandmother was Grandma Gloria. I had her till I was 30 and we were so close. She was really like a second mom to me. So, when I got this script and I’m reading “Grandma Gloria”, it was so bizarre. And then in meeting Ellen, she looks like my grandma – same haircut, same high cheekbones. It really did feel like I had a few days with my grandma. It was very, very special for me. Ellen is sweet, prepared, professional, talented and funny to boot. So, it was one of the best weeks I’ve had at work. I hope she comes back. My fingers are crossed.”

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Now, we can’t imagine Brook Lynn and Chase’s wedding day to be smooth sailing, in fact, expect just the opposite, but could it be Grandma Gloria who is ultimately the hero or the calming voice of reason for any pre-wedding jitters? Stay tuned.

So, glad to know that Ellen Travolta will be back for Brook Lynn and Chase’s big day? Comment below.

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