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Star of the Week

Beth Ehlers

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Bio

— PGP

Beth Ehlers (Taylor, AMC)

Born the third of five children, Beth Ehlers grew up on Roosevelt Island in New York City. She was discovered at age 10, when she was spotted by a talent agent while making her acting debut in a church play. Her first big television role was alongside the legendary Bette Davis in a TV movie titled FAMILY REUNION. MORE

Interviews

Interviews Featuring Beth

— CBS

Full Speed Ahead

GUIDING LIGHT's Ricky Paull Goldin (Gus) explains why he can't slow down in this archival feature. MORE

— PGP

Say What? GL Stars' Memorable Quotes

GUIDING LIGHT actors have shared a lot with Digest over the years (although we haven't printed everything!). Here's a look back at a few memorable quotes. MORE

— Bevilaqua/PGP

Keeping an Eye on GL's Carrie Nye

GUIDING LIGHT fans can't stop carrying on about Carrie Nye (Carrie) — and they're not the only ones. Nye's co-stars are also raving about her deliciously wicked performance. MORE

Interviews With Beth/Harley

— Anders Krusberg/MSLO

Green Thumb

Martha Stewart recently welcomed Beth Ehlers (Harley, GL), a gardner herself, to her show to propagate begonias. After taping, Ehlers dished with Digest about meeting Martha, gardening and the upcoming Emmy awards. MORE

— CBS

Beth Ehlers - Gotta minute?

GUIDING LIGHT's Beth Ehlers (Harley) discusses past and present co-stars, the soap marriage curse and what Harley still needs to learn about life. MORE

— CBS

Gus and Harley: Simply Irresistible

GUIDING LIGHT's Ricky Paull Goldin and Beth Ehlers (Gus and Harley) reflect on taking home the fan award for "Irresistible Combination" at the 2005 Daytime Emmy Awards. MORE

— CBS

Harley To Ruth: See Ya

GUIDING LIGHT's Beth Ehlers explains why she was happy to leave Harley's alter ego Ruth behind. MORE

— CBS

Life With Beth

Let's get one thing straight first. Beth Ehlers (Harley, GUIDING LIGHT) has been happily married for eight years. But everyone wants to know about her much-publicized relationship with former co-star Mark Derwin (ex-A.C. Mallett; ex-Ben, ONE LIFE TO LIVE) and her latest (on-screen!) love interest, Ricky Paull Goldin (Gus). MORE

— PGP

Ehlers Gets a Thumbs-Down -- from Herself!

Beth Ehlers (Harley, GUIDING LIGHT) is her own worst critic, no matter how hard she tries to give herself a pat on the back. MORE

— PGP

Beth Ehlers: I Can Cry If I Want To

When Harley and Gus decided to divorce on GUIDING LIGHT, Beth Ehlers (Harley) knew she had an onscreen challenge ahead of her. But the biggest surprise came when she discovered the breakup aftershock the script had in store. MORE

Interviews Mentioning Beth/Harley

— PGP

GL's Beacons of Light

With GUIDING LIGHT's milestone 15,000th episode airing Sept. 7, Soap Opera Weekly went to some of the show's brightest lights for their favorite memories. MORE

— CBS

GL's Natalia: The Newest Cooper?

Pity poor Natalia on GUIDING LIGHT. She lost her love and her home, and now her son is AWOL with her dead husband's ex-wife. Sound soapy? You bet, but all isn't lost. While Harley is on the run with Rafe, Natalia's been getting closer to the Cooper family, especially Frank. Could romance be in the air for the widow and her new confidant? Jessica Leccia shares details on her character's new life and possible new love. MORE

Features

Features Featuring Harley

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

Portraits Of The Ladies

We already know that you think Springfield would be a cool place to live, but who would your alter ego be if you moved into that zip code? Take our handy quiz to see the GUIDING LIGHT gal with whom you have the most in common. MORE

Features Mentioning Beth/Harley

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

GL Makes a Splash

The cast of GUIDING LIGHT took the plunge while taping Marina's kidnapping at the Spaulding charity ball. Check out some behind-the-scenes shots in our photo gallery. MORE

— NBC

2006 Emmy Night

During the commercial breaks, they showed funny clips made just for the audience. The funniest, by far, was Bryan R. Dattilo's (Lucas, DAYS). MORE

— CBS

GL: Keeping It In the Family

GUIDING LIGHT's kissing cousins Tammy and Jonathan have quickly become one of soaps' most controversial couples, but Springfield’s residents have been keeping their romances in the family for years. Here, we profile some of the top offenders. MORE

The Big 3-0

Soap Opera Digest is turning 30!
In celebration of the milestone, here are some of our memorable covers from days past. See how things have changed — and stayed the same. Check back every day for another stroll down memory lane. MORE

— Robin Platzer/Twin Images

Perfect 10

We look back at 10 memorable GL couples, past and present. MORE

— SoapOperaWeekly.com

'Spare' Time for Springfielders

The second annual Bloss and Friends bowling event gave GUIDING LIGHT fans a way to hit three pins with one ball: They were able to meet and bowl with their favorite GL actors, they said farewell to the well-loved Jerry verDorn (ex-Ross; Clint, OLTL), and the funds raised went to the American Cancer Society. MORE

— Robin Platzer/Twin Images

10 Things You Need To Know About Mallet

A.C. Mallet's return to Springfield has many GUIDING LIGHT fans cheering (and few a little afraid of what this means for Gus and Harley). Just in case you weren't a viewer back in the 1990s, we came up with a "Newcomer's Guide to Mallet." MORE

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

Who Am I?

Sure, you can recite all of Reva's last names in chronological order, but did you remember that she was once a photographer? Here's a list of some lesser-known life lessons that these five GL characters have learned. MORE

The Big 3-0

Soap Opera Digest just turned 30!
In celebration of the milestone, here are some of our memorable covers from days past. See how things have changed — and stayed the same. Check back every day for another stroll down memory lane. MORE

— Walter Thomson/PGP

See The Light

Think you know Springfield? Here's a quick GUIDING LIGHT quiz about some of the current characters and their past behaviors. MORE

— Dean Michaels

GL Moms and Daughters

Springfield mothers may not see their kids as often as those in the real world do, but that doesn't mean that the connection is any less strong. Here's a look at the ever-complex bond between some of GUIDING LIGHT's moms and their daughters. MORE

— Jim Antonucci/PGP

GL Seasons Greetings Timeline

The holidays have always been a time of joy — and, occasionally, heartache — for Springfield denizens. Here, Digest takes a look back at a few memorable GUIDING LIGHT Christmases. MORE

Timelines

Timelines About Harley

— PGP

Harley's Ride

Seventeen years ago, Beth Ehlers began Harley's journey from spitfire teen to sensational leading lady. Here's a look at some of Harley's most memorable moments and what Ehlers had to say about them. MORE

Timelines Mentioning Harley

GL's Spauldings Must Go On

Some GUIDING LIGHT families have the same faces year after year, like the Coopers (sans Marina, of course). Others, like the Spauldings, have gone through several faces and the occasional personality transplant. Here is a look at how this family's tree has changed since their 1977 arrival in Springfield. MORE

Photo Galleries

Photo Galleries About Harley

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

Love Story: A Look Back At Gus And Harley's Romance

Gus and Harley's relationship has been through the wringer since they first fell in love in 2002. Take a trip down memory lane with our Gus and Harley timeline to remember all the ups and downs of the married couple. MORE

Photo Galleries With Beth

— Brad Berman

Oh, Baby!

On the way to the hospital to deliver her baby, Lizzie's car got stuck in a storm, making her yet another mom to give her child an unorthodox welcome. From cars to cabins, many of Springfield's newborns made their entrance in very unusual places. Take a look at the quirky, unexpected and just downright bizarre birthplaces that have occurred throughout GUIDING LIGHT history. MORE

— CBS

Vintage GL Weddings Gallery

Springfield has been home to countless weddings throughout the years, from fairy-tale ceremonies to simple at-home gatherings. Take a look at some of GUIDING LIGHT's memorable nuptials in the 1970s and '80s. MORE

Photo Galleries Mentioning Harley

— Nora Feller

Return Of The Prodigal Son

Need a refresher course on GUIDING LIGHT's Alan-Michael? Take a trip down memory lane with our timeline and catch up on the younger Spaulding. MORE

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

Tidings Of Comfort And Oy!

Christmas is a time for sipping eggnog and unwrapping gifts. In the soap world, however, the holiday tends to pack a dramatic punch. Here's a look at some of GUIDING LIGHT's most memorable yuletides. MORE

Beth Ehlers's Awards

2005 Daytime Emmy
Irresistible Combination: Ricky Paull Goldin and Beth Ehlers (Gus and Harley)
1998 Soap Opera Digest Award
Favorite New Couple: Phillip and Harley (Grant Aleksander and Beth Ehlers, GL)
 

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