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Michael E. Knight (Tad, AMC)

Michael E. Knight was born in Princeton, N.J. but spent his early years on the West Coast in Ojai and San Francisco. He grew up as the middle child of three sons attending a boys' preparatory school where his father was a faculty member. MORE

Features

Features Featuring Michael/Tad

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Michael E. Knight Cover Slideshow

With all the current action surrouding ALL MY CHILDREN's Tad (Michael E. Knight), we thought it's only right to remember the key moments in his journey. From tragic endings to surprising second chances, story lines involving Tad have kept us on the edge of our seats. Enjoy these past Weekly covers! MORE

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Bobbie Eakes: Love Is A Battlefield

ALL MY CHILDREN's Krystal is stuck between two men: the one she's trying to get over (Adam), and the one she married (Tad). MORE

AMC's Dixie Cover Slideshow

AMC fan fave Cady McClain is once again returning to the fold as Dixie. Here’s a look back at McCain covers spanning 14 years featuring Dixie, leading man Michael E. Knight as Tad, former obsessive love interest David (Vincent Irizarry) and one-time on-screen rivals Brooke (Julia Barr) and Liza (Marcy Walker). MORE

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AMC: Random Quotes, Part 2

There is never enough room in our print edition for all the great quotes from daytime stars, so we've make room online for more of what your favorite stars from ALL MY CHILDREN have to say. MORE

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AMC: Whodunit?

With Pine Valley citizens pointing the finger at one another over Richie Novak's murder, what better time to look back at ALL MY CHILDREN's murder mysteries? Here are the highlights of some of the best. MORE

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AMC Random Quotes, Part 5

There is never enough room in our print edition for all the great quotes from daytime stars, so we've made room online for more of what your favorite stars from ALL MY CHILDREN had to say. MORE

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Two Heads Are Better Than One

On March 30, 2007, AMC's Leven Rambin (Lily) debuted as Ava, making her the latest in a proud line of Pine Valley stars to tackle a dual role. Here's the esteemed company she keeps. MORE

— Chris Garlington

Reporter's Notebook

There wasn't a dull moment at the 11th Annual ABC SUPER SOAP WEEKEND, held at Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. Throughout the event, the actors were subjected to press conferences, where members of the mainstream and soap media grilled the stars on hard-hitting topics. MORE

Features About Tad

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Enemy Territory

Tad and Adam recently had a breakthrough, of sorts, in their relationship: Tad shook Adam's hand to thank him for coming forward (in the better-late-than-never sense of the phrase) with the knowledge that Kathy Mershon and Kate Martin (Tad's long-lost daughter with Dixie) are one and the same. MORE

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The Heart of Tad and Dixie

Tad and Dixie fans everywhere depleted stocks of tissues when Dixie met her untimely demise (again) on AMC. While "Together Forever" was cut much too short for this supercouple, Tad (and fans) will always have the past. Take a stroll down memory lane with us as we recall the Top 10 moments between the lovebirds. MORE

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The Tad/Dixie Trivia Quiz

Maybe she's Dixie, maybe she's not, but this much is certain: The addition of Kelli Giddish's Di to the Pine Valley canvas has kept Dixie's name on everyone's lips. Test your knowledge. Ready to play? MORE

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The Many Loves of AMC's Tad the Cad

Here's a look back at some of Tad's best-known flings, fancies — and marriages. MORE

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The Ultimate Tad Quiz

Ladies' man, private detective and bon vivant — Thaddeus "Tad" Martin (Michael E. Knight) is all that and more. Test your knowledge of Tad's twisted tale with our quiz. MORE

Features With Michael

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To Di For

Michael E. Knight (Tad) reports that he's been "jumping up and down" since he heard the news of Cady McClain's (Dixie) return to ALL MY CHILDREN. "If I had two people to work with, I can't imagine working with two more talented women than Cady and Kelli [Giddish, Di]." MORE

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AMC’s David: The Doctor Is Out

David Hayward, the doctor everyone loved to hate on ALL MY CHILDREN, left Pine Valley this week. But don’t worry, in true David fashion, he caused his fair share of trouble on his way out. Take a stroll down memory lane to see what we mean. MORE

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Brooke's Beaux

Let's face it: AMC's Brooke English has had rotten luck with men, even when the men themselves weren't rotten (though more than a few were). Here are the guys who've wended their way into our fair lady's heart through the years. MORE

Features Mentioning Michael/Tad

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Son Block

AMC's on-air revelation that Josh is the biological son of Erica Kane and Jeff Martin (specifically, the one she aborted back in 1973), has stirred up major controversy among fans and critics. But the man at the center of it all, Colin Egglesfield (Josh), is sitting back and enjoying the ride. MORE

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Kelli Giddish on a Few Good Men

Since joining ALL MY CHILDREN last year, Kelli Giddish (Di) has had the opportunity to go toe-to-toe with many of Pine Valley's heavy-hitters. Here she weighs in on some of her leading men. MORE

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Killer Instinct

As AMC watchers now know, the Pine Valley citizen responsible for the death of Greg Madden is none other than good guy Tad Martin. The woman responsible for Tad's misdeed, Head Writer Megan McTavish, explains her decision to make Tad the culprit. MORE

— Bleacher & Everard

From The Digest Archives: Vincent Irizarry

In a few short weeks, Vincent Irizarry will bid farewell to AMC, where he originated the role of Dr. David Hayward in 1998. Digest's parting gift to his fans: One of our favorite interviews with the actor, which originally ran on March 11, 2003. MORE

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AMC’s Eden Riegel Says Good-Bye

On February 24th, Eden Riegel puts in her last appearance on AMC after four and a half years as Bianca Montgomery. Shortly before taping her final scenes, the actress shared some heartfelt thoughts about just a few of the Pine Valley players who touched her life. MORE

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Parting Words

ALL MY CHILDREN's Elizabeth Hendrickson (Maggie) pays her final respects to Pine Valley. MORE

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Extra! Extra!

You may not recognize Patrick Stephenson, but chances are you've seen him playing a cop on the scene of three New York soaps' most memorable events for the past eight years — from Carmen's imprisonment on GL to the death of AMC's beloved Leo to Emily's hypnosis drama on ATWT. MORE

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Homecoming Queen

November 15 marks the return of Kate Collins to ALL MY CHILDREN as Janet Green Dillon. It's a brief stint, concluding November 18, but it meant a lot to the now-retired actress and long-term AMC fan. She spoke to Digest about her comeback. MORE

AMC's William de vry (Michael) Says Goodbye

William de Vry (soon-to-be ex-Michael, ALL MY CHILDREN) made a lot of friends in the soap world during his year-long stay in Pine Valley. He shared his thoughts with Digest about who he'll miss the most. MORE

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Going with the Ro

A lot has happened since Cady McClain (Rosanna) — known for playing AMC heroine Dixie Martin — joined ATWT over a year ago. MORE

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Catching Up With Lee Meriwether (ex-Ruth, AMC)

Television icon Lee Meriwether may be preparing to hit the road as a streetwise nun, but for this former Catwoman, playing Ruth on AMC is the cat's meow. MORE

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OLTL Fan Weekend Frenzy

I attended three ONE LIFE TO LIVE Fan Club events in one weekend. It was my first time attending any fan club event, and I had an amazing time. 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

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The Heart Of Dixie

With the addition of Diana "Di" Cole, a woman who may or may not be the presumed-dead Dixie Cooney, to the Pine Valley canvas, it's time to get caught up on the life, times and untimely death of one of AMC's most beloved heroines. MORE

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Who Is Your AMC Dream Man?

ALL MY CHILDREN's Pine Valley is full of amazing, charming and good-looking men. Take this quiz and find out which one is right for you. MORE

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A Tad Sexy

On Valentine's Day (Saturday, February 14) from 1-7 p.m. ET/PT and Sunday, February 15 from 6pm-midnight ET/PT, SOAPnet presents a "Tad the Cad" marathon devoted to the sexual shenanigans of Michael E. Knight's legendary AMC alter ego. MORE

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Hot Plots: AMC's Top Summer Storylines

Dimitri and Erica. Cliff and Nina. Jenny and Jesse....all contributed to some of the best-ever AMC summer storylines. Take a look back at Pine Valley's hottest summer tales. MORE

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Through The Years: Liza Colby

Marcy Walker (Liza), will soon be departing Pine Valley. Here's a look back at her evolution from petulant brat to powerful businesswoman. MORE

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AMC Babies

Baby drama is bubbling over on ALL MY CHILDREN these days, with a clueless Babe raising Bianca's baby, and Babe's newborn gurgling in Kelly's arms over on ONE LIFE TO LIVE. Here are some other legendary Pine Valley pregnant pauses. MORE

Michael E. Knight's Awards

2001 Daytime Emmy
Outstanding Supporting Actor Michael E. Knight (Tad Martin, AMC)
1986, 1987 Daytime Emmy
Outstanding Younger Actor Michael E. Knight (Tad Martin, AMC)
1985 Soap Opera Digest Award
Outstanding Male Scene Stealer: Michael E. Knight (Tad, AMC)
1998 Soap Opera Digest Award
Outstanding Supporting Actor: Michael E. Knight (Tad, AMC)