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Ron RainesON SOAP OPERA DIGEST AND WEEKLY ONLINE Bio
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Ron Raines (Alan, GL)
Ron Raines' love for singing came at an early age. Growing up in Texas, he was the oldest of three children. His father was a judge and minister, his mother a newspaper employee. Raines sang in the church choir and glee club — probably before he could talk.
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Letting Go of the Raines
Ron Raines's GUIDING LIGHT character Alan Spaulding may not always handle family affairs in the most appropriate manner, but Raines himself is always on his "A" game. And so is his daughter, Charlotte, one of the newest members of the class of 2011.
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Ron Raines - Top of the Pops
GUIDING LIGHT viewers have long been familiar with Ron Raines' (Alan) impressive voice. This month, they can hear him live when he performs "Broadway Showstoppers" with the Philadelphia Pops.
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Making The Scene
Before and after the Emmy show, it's party time. Digest staffers joined in the celebrations and chatted up the stars.
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Top 10 Things GL's Alan Would Never Say
GUIDING LIGHT's commanding Alan Spaulding has the run of Springfield. Staunchly loyal to his family and often villainous, Alan is also the epitome of class and sophistication. Here are the top 10 things you will never hear the pretentious (yet lovable) patriarch say.
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Spaulding Crimes And Misdemeanors
Alan Spaulding's latest crime against humanity — killing Phillip — may top his list of evil deeds, but it certainly wasn't his only wrongdoing.
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Lords Of The Manor
The Spaulding family has lorded over Springfield for decades. How much do you remember about their reign?
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GL Fan Clubbing
Springfield lovers had a busy weekend in New York, hanging out with their favorite GUIDING LIGHT stars at three different star-studded fan club events.
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Master Of The Boardroom
Springfield's dastardly CEO, Alan, has been controlling and manipulative ever since he arrived on the scene in 1977. Take a trip back down memory lane with our Alan timeline and see what he's been up to.
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Queen Of Hearts
Of all of Springfield's residents, Beth Raines has changed the most from when she appeared on the scene in 1983. Take a look back at Beth from when she was a shy, abused teenager to today when she can match wits with Alan Spaulding himself.
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Good Old Boy
Feeling lost when it comes to GUIDING LIGHT's Billy? Check out our Billy Lewis timeline and learn what he's been up to since he first came to town in 1982.
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(Not So) Loveable Lizzie Spaulding
Misguided and sometimes dangerous, Lizzie Spaulding has been creating trouble in Springfield practically since her birth. Here we revisit some of the most notable misdeeds of this troubled teen.
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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.
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Phillip Spaulding Timeline
Corporate executive, writer, half of Springfield's greatest supercouple: GUIDING LIGHT'S Phillip Spaulding has lead a roller coaster life.
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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.
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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.
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