Five Things That Happened On August 1 In Soap History

In 1985, winners at the 12th Annual Daytime Emmys included Darnell Williams (ex-Jesse, ALL MY CHILDREN), Kim Zimmer (ex-Reva, GUIDING LIGHT), Larry Gates (ex-H.B., GL), Beth Maitland (Traci, Y&R) and Tracey E. Bregman (Lauren, Y&R).

In 1997, Rebecca Herbst debuted on GH as Elizabeth.

In 1997, Laura Wright (Carly, GH) debuted on GL as Cassie.

In 2008, Emily wed Casey on AS THE WORLD TURNS.

In 2011, Y&R’s Diane was “killed” (by Nikki, in self-defense, it was believed until her return from the dead this year).