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Erika SlezakON SOAP OPERA DIGEST AND WEEKLY ONLINE Bio
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Erika Slezak (Viki, OLTL)
Erika Slezak comes from a long line of established actors. Her father is the late Walter Slezak, who starred in numerous films and on Broadway. During his career, Walter won a Tony award for his performance in the hit Fanny. The legacy doesn't end there: Slezak's grandfather, Leo Slezak, was an acclaimed opera singer.
MORE InterviewsInterviews With Erika
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Ben and Blondie Remembered
Now that ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Viki has Ben's heart (literally) Ben and Blondie are officially over (unless OLTL finds a way to resuscitate the heartless Ben).
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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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Dishing With Dan Gauthier
ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Kevin has been down and out lately, after learning that he can’t father any more children and that the son he does have is sweet on his girlfriend. In this Q&A, Dan Gauthier reveals that life on-set is still on the up-and-up.
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The Elder Statesman
Jerry verDorn (Clint, OLTL) was so happy to talk to us about his arrival in Llanview that we couldn't fit it all into the 1/17 issue of Digest. Here is some of what you won't didn't read in the magazine.
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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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The Ides of Forbes March
Are you confused about ONE LIFE TO LIVE's Nash being in a love triangle with four very distinct characters? Forbes March (Nash) has it all worked out — especially the geography.
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Say Good-bye: Jerry verDorn Bids Farewell to GL
On Tuesday, October 11, Jerry verDorn had his last scenes as Ross on
GL before heading to OLTL to portray Clint. In
lieu of actual on-screen closure for Ross, verDorn addressed his fans at
the October 16 GL Fan Club Luncheon.
MORE FeaturesFeatures Featuring Viki
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Slash Fiction
10 Memorable Murders (And Murderers) On ONE LIFE TO LIVE 
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Putting On Heirs
As the Buchanans prepare to head down to Texas for Asa's will reading on ONE LIFE TO LIVE, one unaccounted-for heir remains. Will David discover that he's a Buchanan in time to claim his piece of the pie?
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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.
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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.
MORE Features About Viki
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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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The Ultimate Viki and Clint Trivia Challenge
Think you know all about OLTL's premier couple, Clint and Viki? Dorian may be in their way now, but she's nothing compared to what they've gone through in the past! Take a journey back in time (like Clint once did!) and see how much you remember.
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Viki Victorious!
Viki's life has been many things, but one thing it hasn't been is boring... So, do you know everything about Viki's personalities? How about her various husbands? Take our quiz and find out.
MORE Features With Erika
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Bridal Gallery
Reel brides get married in grand style, so no wonder real brides like to take a cue from their dresses and 'dos. Here's a look at some wedding belles fans have asked to see again. Check back regularly for updates!
MORE Features Mentioning Viki/Erika
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Paul vs. Todd
We couldn't help but notice that on ATWT recently, Paul's
fate was eerily similar to what once happened to OLTL's Todd
(who not-so-coincidentally was also played by Roger Howarth).... you know we love a side-by-side comparison anyway....
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OLTL FAQs
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Having a Softball
Dozens of soap actors found a highly deserving "charity base" as the Shorefront Friends for Hospice's Sixth Annual Tammy Rubin Rice Celebrity Softball Game pit CBS against ABC for seven friendly innings.
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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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Brian Frons: Executive Musings
When Brian Frons, president, ABC Daytime, was the honored guest in Weekly's Chat Nov. 1, the chatty exec not only gave November Sweeps teasers, he scooped February! Here are the highlights in case you missed it.
MORE TimelinesTimelines Mentioning Viki
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Just About Jessica: A History Of OLTL's Buchanan Babe
Her mother, Viki, has seven personalities. Her biological father, Mitch, kidnapped her and she may have killed him...Jessica Buchanan's life has been full of drama, but believe it or not, it wasn't always this exciting.
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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.
MORE Photo GalleriesPhoto Galleries About Viki
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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.
MORE Photo Galleries Mentioning Viki
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Cult Of Personalities
On OLTL, Jessica's alternate personality — party girl Tess (Bree Williamson) — recently emerged and made things complicated for Jess's significant other, Antonio. But Jess is hardly the first Llanview resident to show, uh, another side to themselves.
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Erika Slezak's AwardsErika Slezak on Soap Opera Digest and Weekly Online 1984, 1986, 1992, 1995, 1996, 2005 Daytime Emmy AwardOutstanding Lead Actress: Erika Slezak (Viki, OLTL) |
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