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Edmund Returns in '09
The evil Prince everyone loves to hate, Edmund Winslow, returns to GL in early 2009.

Edmund, played by David Andrew MacDonald, will make his way back to Springfield in January. Edmund was last seen in late 2007 after he "fell" into a coma, yet another victim of bratty Will Winslow.

At this point it's unclear how long MacDonald will be sticking around, but having Emund on the canvas should stir things up.
Posted by boromirbeauty 12/02/2008 9:29am comments: 0
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Aleksander to return in '09
Fan favorite Grant Aleksander, aka Phillip Spaulding, will be returning to Springfield in 2009.

Although Grant left GL in 2004 his character is still mentioned very often on the show, and Grant himself continues to be a favorite among fans.

With GL's sagging ratings, one can only hope that the return of Phillip will pull CBS's longest running series out of it's slump.
Posted by boromirbeauty 11/11/2008 7:01am comments: 1
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GL wins 4 2008 Daytime Emmy Awards
Congratulations to Guiding Light for taking home 4 Daytime Emmy Awards in last night's 2008 Daytime Emmy Presentation.

Gina Tognoni started off the night with a win in the category of "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series" followed by Tom Pelphrey for "Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series."

GL also took home two technical awards as well. One for "Outstanding Achievement in Live & Direct to Tape Sound Mixing for a Drama Series" and the second for "Outstanding Achievement in Music Direction and Composition for a Drama Series."

In a wonderful turn of events, long time Y&R actress Jeanne Cooper finally won the Daytime Emmy she deserves! Even GL nominee Crystal Chappell jumped up and down for the win, showing just how classy she really is.

Congratulations to all!
Posted by boromirbeauty 06/21/2008 3:05pm comments: 0
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GL's Original Alexandra Spaulding, Beverlee McKinsey, Passes Away
Beverlee McKinsey - Died May 2nd, 2008 in Los Angeles from complications due to a kidney transplant. She was 72 years old. Ms. McKinsey was an actor best known for roles in daytime television. She created the character Iris Carrington on NBC's Another World, and played the part from 1970-1979. She also created the role of Alexandra Spaulding on CBS's Guiding Light, and performed it from 1984-1992. In 1980, NBC developed the program Texas to capitalize on the popularity of her character, Iris Carrington; and Ms. McKinsey was the first and only performer in the history of daytime drama to receive star billing. In 1998, the editors of Soap Opera Magazine voted her the best actor in the history of daytime television. TV Guide's, Michael Logan, wrote of her in 1992, "For my money, Beverlee McKinsey is the greatest actress ever to grace daytime drama." Ms. McKinsey performed the lead role of Corie on Broadway in the original production of Neil Simon's, Barefoot in the Park, where she was directed by Mike Nichols, and co-starred with Robert Redford. She also originated the role of Honey in the London production of Edward Albee's, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? She guest starred on multiple prime time television series, including The FBI, Hawaii Five-0, The Mod Squad, Mannix and The Defenders. She appeared in films for Clint Eastwood (Bronco Billy), Sidney Pollack (They Shoot Horses, Don't They?), and Mark Rydell (The Reevers). Ms. McKinsey was nominated four times in the lead actress category for a National Daytime Emmy Award. She is survived by her son, Scott, (who directed her on Guiding Light), and her grandson, Marley. No memorial service is planned.
Posted by boromirbeauty 05/05/2008 2:02pm comments: 5
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A Note to Fans From Ricky Paull and Beth
To my friends and extended family, I want you to be one of the first to know that I'm planning on leaving "Guiding Light" when my contract expires in a couple of weeks. "Gus" has been a huge part of my life and I will really miss portraying him and bringing this character to life for you. My seven years on Guiding Light have been a wonderful experience. Now it's time for a new adventure, a new chapter in my life. I will especially miss working with Beth Ehlers, since it doesn't get any better than "Gus and Harley."

Thank you! It means so much to me that you have shown your continued love and support for me and the character of "Gus."

I am sure that the powers-that-be at Guiding Light would love to hear from you as well. It is always good to let them know how you feel. That, of course, is your right. You can write to them at:

Guiding Light
CBS-TV
51 West 52nd Street
New York, NY 10019

I will keep you up to date on my future projects on my website: www.rickypaullgoldin.com

I also want to thank you for all the cards and emails that I have received in regards to my father's passing. It really meant the world to me.

So stay tuned and I'll be back real soon, just wait and see! It won't be long! All my love and deep felt appreciation,
Ricky

Hello Everyone,

How can we say goodbye to Ricky Paull Goldin?? I know for all of you the idea of "Guiding Light" without "GUS" is unimaginable. For me the idea of "Harley" without "Gus" is unimaginable! 2008 was supposed to be the year of their reconciliation. Ricky and I both anticipated those scenes, to finally get the opportunity to fall in love again . . . for all of you. Obviously, that won't happen now. And it's a tragedy. Please know that I am as saddened, as devastated as all of you. He isn't just the love of Harley's life. He is my best friend. Please send good wishes his way! And maybe in the future, who knows . . . maybe these two people will meet again.

I can only hope . . . All my love,

Beth Ehlers
Posted by boromirbeauty 03/06/2008 6:46am comments: 3
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