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Robin StrasserON SOAP OPERA DIGEST AND WEEKLY ONLINE Bio
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Robin Strasser (Dorian, OLTL)
Soap viewers were first introduced to the dazzling Robin Strasser when she created the vixen Rachel Davis on ANOTHER WORLD in 1967. Since then, the lively and sometimes controversial actress has become a virtual fixture in daytime.
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Strasser's Witchy Hiatus
The Digest on sale July 7 includes an interview celebrating Robin Strasser's 30th anniversary as ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Dorian. There are a couple of gaps in the actress's Llanview résumé, however, including the period when, after contract negotiations with OLTL broke down in 2000, she was wooed to play 300-year-old witch Hecuba on PASSIONS.
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A Valentine From Llanview
It's not that far of a stretch to envision ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Todd as a ruthless medieval monarch. Or Jessica as an angelic yet passionate 19th century heroine. Or Natalie as a feisty girl explorer. Is it? OLTL didn't think so.
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Slash Fiction
10 Memorable Murders (And Murderers) On ONE LIFE TO LIVE 
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OLTL for Katrina Relief
Recently, Weekly had a chance to talk to just a few of the ONE LIFE TO LIVE voices that appear on One Life, Many Voices, including project organizer and producer Robin Strasser (Dorian).
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The Replacements
It's always awkward when a character we know and love suddenly shows up with a new face, voice and manner. But a look back at some of the recasts in OLTL history shows how in time, some recasts actually wind up personifying the role more than the original.
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Behind the Scenes at OLTL's "Go Red" Ball
There's a basic mathematical equation when it comes to taping daytime scenes: The more actors are involved, the longer it takes. So when I learned that over 30 ONE LIFE TO LIVE contract players would be participating in the "Go Red" Ball (which begins airing the week of Feb. 11), I knew they were in for a long night — or several of them. I visited the set on Jan. 11 to see the ball first-hand and get the scoop on the fabulous gowns.
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In The Name Of Cramer
Dorian Cramer Lord's done a lot of meddling over the years in an effort to do what she thinks is best for her "girls," whether it's for the good of nieces Kelly and Blair, daughters Cassie and Adriana or sisters Addie and Melinda. In light of Dorian's recent attempt to take out Langston's uncle, here's a roundup of La Lord's misdeeds — all in the name of the Cramer women.
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SLIDESHOW: Robin Strasser's 30 Years On OLTL
Robin Strasser celebrates 30 years on ONE LIFE TO LIVE this year. And what a run it's been — and continues to be. Here are just a few memorable Dorian moments.
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July 25, 2008
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Top 10 Things OLTL's Langston Needs To Know About Being a Cramer Woman
ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Dorian is in the process of becoming Langston Wilde's foster mother. Here's a heads up for the teen who's in for the ride of her life when she becomes a Cramer. Take note....
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Love Quiz: For Mature Audiences Only
Now that you've found your perfect ONE LIFE TO LIVE Hottie (see the original OLTL "Love Quiz") it's time to look for your Llanview Lady. So get ready to dally with Dorian, get some lovin' from Lindsay, rock on with Roxy or go "Va-va-voom!" over Viki.
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Afternoon D-Light: A Quiz Honoring OLTL's David And Dorian
They're devious, but divine; dastardly, but delectable. We just can't get enough of OLTL's divine David and Dorian... Just how well do you know them? Try our quiz to find out.
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For the Love of Her Dogs: Robin Strasser on her Beloved Pets
In my next life, I'd like to come back as one of Robin Strasser's dogs. The ONE LIFE TO LIVE actress (Dorian) adores them, and it shows. Read on.
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Broadway Babies
On February 6, the stars of ABC Daytime came out at night for a very special cause: a fund-raising musical revue to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Couldn't make it to the legendary New Amsterdam Theatre? Here's the scoop on what you missed.
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Speaking Parts
Robin Strasser (Dorian, ONE LIFE TO LIVE; ex-Hecuba, PASSIONS et al) has
never been big on self-censorship. Take a look at the candor she's
exhibited over the past decade of Digest interviews.
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Q&A — Robin Strasser and Tuc Watkins
In a recent interview, ONE LIFE TO LIVE's dynamic Robin Strasser (Dorian) and Tuc Watkins (David) talk about French, kissing, and what's cooking.
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Cramer Vs. Strasser
Recently voted back on the OLTL island, Robin Strasser (Dorian) settles back into her favorite role — as Llanview's beloved bitch.
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At Home With... Robin Strasser
The OLTL actress, who plays Dorian, invited Soap Opera Weekly to her newly-remodeled L.A. ranch for a visit.
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Character Study
In the 12/11 Best & Worst issue of Soap Opera Digest, Erin Cardillo (Esme, PASSIONS) was named "Most Entertaining Character." But while Esme certainly keeps us amused with her brassy, boozy ways, she's hardly the first Harmonyite to tickle our funny bones. Here are those other PASSIONS characters who've made us smile.
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Going Public
Whenever the lords and ladies of Llanview converge for a major event, a juicy secret is almost always revealed. And we're not talking about interrupted weddings and declarations of love for the bride or groom. In light of the recent reveal that David is a Buchanan at the Go Red Ball, we created the following timeline of memorable OLTL events gone awry and the bombshells that ruined them.
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Dame Robin Strasser, The Dashing Diva Of Philanthropy And Fabulosity
For the third year in a row, ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Robin Strasser (Dorian) has chaired one of New York's most overdone and underground events, Night of a Thousand Gowns, on March 21.
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Pamela Payton-Wright Tackles A Whole New Addie
ONE LIFE TO LIVE viewers were shocked when, after 15 years of seeing Blair's mom every now and then at St. Ann's, a freshly coiffed and seemingly normal Addie waltzed through Dorian's door on Christmas Eve. "It was pretty sudden for me, too!" shares Pamela Payton-Wright, who originated the role of childlike Addie in 1992.
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OLTL's 2007 Fan Club Luncheon
Despite it being one of the hottest days of the year, OLTLers were full of energy at the 2007 Fan Club Luncheon, held at New York’s Marriott Marquis on August 4.
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Erika Slezak's 35th Anniversary
Talk about a love fest! March 16 was a very special day on the set of ONE LIFE TO LIVE. The much-beloved Erika Slezak (Viki) was celebrating her 35th year on the job, so executive producer Frank Valentini threw a catered buffet lunch for cast, crew and invited guests.
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Inside OLTL's 2006 Fan Luncheon
If I were an actor on ONE LIFE TO LIVE, I would love, love, love the annual fan club luncheon. Where else does one go to experience unbridled love and enthusiasm for what you do for a living? It’s obvious that the actors really appreciate the fans — after all, they readily give up a sunny Saturday afternoon.
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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.
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OLTL FAQs
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Shop Like a Soap Star
It wouldn't be the Daytime Emmys (or any award show for that matter) without a gift lounge. The gift lounge is shopper heaven; it's a room full of little booths hosted by attentive representatives.
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In The Moment
There's more to Emmy day then just the excitement of the two-hour telecast. Here's a minute-by-minute breakdown of how the stars spent their big day.
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Gallo Be Thy Name
Melissa Gallo (Adriana, OLTL) has an interview that will be published in the 11/8 issue of Digest about landing her first television role and her relationship with co-star David Fumero (Cristian). Here is some more from that interview.
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Which Cramer Woman Are You?
Are you dazzling and devious like ONE LIFE TO LIVE’s Dorian? Brash like Blair? As sassy and savvy as Starr? Find out with this quickie quiz.
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My Set Visit
Weekly's editorial assistant Heather Filemyr paid her first set visit to ONE LIFE TO LIVE and made a surprising discovery — Llanview, home to some of daytime's most glamorous actors and characters, isn't too different from most offices or college dorms. Here's Heather's account of her first day in Llanview.
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ONE LIFE Fan Lovefest
On Aug. 21 the ONE LIFE TO LIVE cast and the show's fans gathered at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City for the annual fan club lunch. The event was one of the liveliest ever.
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Every Cover Tells a Story: Nancy Lee Grahn
As SANTA BARBARA's Julia and GENERAL HOSPITAL's Alexis, Nancy Lee Grahn has played two of daytime's most spirited heroines. Take a look back at her Weekly covers.
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Barbara Niven (ex-Liz, OLTL, 2002-03; ex-Brenda, B&B, 1996)
If you've watched any TV for the past couple of months, chances are you've seen Barbara Niven in something. Here, she dishes on life after ONE LIFE.
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Catching Up With... Anthony Call
The former OLTL star, who played Dorian's hubby, Herb Callison, talks to Weekly about his post-soap Discovery.
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It's The Splits
Jessica's battle with dissociative identity disorder (DID) harkens back
to Viki's almost 40 years with the disorder. Here's a timeline looking
back at some of Viki's most memorable DID moments.
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The Villainous Mr. Vickers
The scam may change, but OLTL's David Vickers stays the same. Check out his past deeds in our timeline.
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Teen Dreams
Ah, young love. When you're still a kid, it's easy to think that romance is all you need to get by in the world. Here, in honor of all those
children who have returned to school, we revisit some of ONE LIFE TO LIVE's teen couples — and the bumps in the road that made them realize
that love doesn't always last forever.
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OLTL's Greatest Falls Timeline
Those who live in Llanview may want to be extra cautious when venturing near the stairs (or bridges, cliffs or waterfalls). Get ready to take a trip (pun intended) down Memory Lane as Soap Opera Digest revisits some of Llanview's greatest falls.
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