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Tom Pelphrey (Mick, ATWT)

Tom Pelphrey exploded onto the soap scene in the summer of 2004 on GUIDING LIGHT and instantly charmed viewers and snakes alike. (His own boa constrictor, Mitch, played Jonathan's on-screen pet, Lou.) MORE

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LIGHT Lovefest

Ever wonder if soap stars really get along? Soap Opera Weekly confirms that GL’s cast has a charming, family-like bond. The actors like each other, and they aren’t afraid to go on record about it. Check out some of the warm fuzzies GL cast members have shared with Weekly about one another over the past year. MORE

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GUIDING LIGHT(ing) Up the Emmys

GUIDING LIGHT stole the show at the 33rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, nabbing four out of six acting awards. Weekly takes you inside the press room with the winners. MORE

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Wasted Youth

GL has had its fair share of rebellious, troubled youngsters known for wreaking havoc and raising hell in the streets of Springfield. With the return of Harley's bratty, rebel-rousing daughter, Daisy, this month, Digest takes a look back at the bad reputations and dastardly deeds of GL's other young terrors. MORE

Features About Tom

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VIDEO: Catching Up With Tom Pelphrey (ex-Jonathan, GL)

Soap Opera Digest's Bryan Beckley recently sat down with actor Tom Pelphrey (ex-Jonathan, GL) to talk about the Apothecary Theatre Company, an organization he created with his friends and former classmates from Rutgers University. For more information on the Apothecary Theatre Company, visit www.apothecarycompany.org. Click here to watch the video! MORE

Features With Jonathan/Tom

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GL: Playtime With Pelphrey

GUIDING LIGHT's Jonathan is back in Springfield with baby Sarah — and a few of his old bad habits. Though all of his intended bad deeds were only close calls, Tom Pelphrey (Jonathan) is having a blast getting into a little trouble. MORE

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Pelphrey's Curtain Call

Tom Pelphrey (ex-Jonathan, GUIDING LIGHT) recently returned to New York from California to star in An Evening of Don Nigro, a collection of four short plays exploring the crazy, the sexy and the dead. Here, Pelphrey tells Soap Opera Weekly about his love of theater, and why he doesn't plan on going back to the small screen. MORE

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Trophy Life

In April, the Stanley Cup, NHL's top trophy, embarked on a tour that included "dining" with Kurt Russell and Susan Sarandon, performing at the Grand Ole Opry and dropping in on Springfield to break up one of GL's favorite couples. Tom Pelphrey (Jonathan) sheds some light on the Cup's visit. MORE

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For Her Benefit

Martha Byrne's (Lily, ATWT) 11th Annual Daytime Salutes St. Jude Children's Research Hospital benefit is coming up soon, but there's still time to get tickets for the event, which will feature stars from almost every soap.... Check out these fabulous photos from St. Judes benefits past. MORE

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Still Bewitched

As you saw in Digest's 7/12 cover story, GL's Gina Tognoni (Dinah) and Tom Pelphrey (Jonathan) have fallen for each other, pretty hard we might add. Here, they continue to give us the scoop on their real-life romance. MORE

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Life Of The Party

There was plenty of singing, dancing and general merriment at the 11th Annual Daytime Television Salutes St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Benefit. But the October 14th event, which featured stars from all the soaps, also raised $250,000. MORE

— Courtesy of Tom Pelphrey

On Location at King's Dominion

GUIDING LIGHT's Tom Pelphrey and Stephanie Gatschet (Jonathan and Tammy) took a camera to GL's Superstar Saturday at Kings Dominion, Va., Sept. 10, and shared the pictures with Weekly. MORE

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Kissing Cousins

Sure, JB and Tammy may be cousins, but some GUIDING LIGHT fans feel that these two have that certain spark. So, Digest sat down with Tom Pelphrey (JB) and Stephanie Gatschet (Tammy) to see why so many have fallen for GL's newest bad boy. MORE

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The Graduate

Tom Pelphrey, who's winning rave reviews as slimy,snake-loving Jonathan on GUIDING LIGHT, didn't have to wait long to land his first job out of college. MORE

Features Mentioning Jonathan/Tom

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A Farewell to GL's Nicole Forester

Nicole Forester (Cassie) left the GL cast in September, and her last scenes as Cassie air during the first week of November. As we say goodbye to Cassie, check out the character's 10 biggest moments since Forester took over the role in November 2005. MORE

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Where Are They Now?
Scott Bailey (ex-Sandy, GL)

It's been a few years since Digest last checked in with GL alum Scott Bailey (ex-Sandy), who left the soap back in 2006 after Sandy was pushed over a cliff and fell to his presumed death. What's the actor up to these days? Bailey tells us about his new Lifetime movie that airs January 24, working with Hollywood heavy hitter Sigourney Weaver and the possibility of a daytime comeback. MORE

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Tognoni Time

From saying goodbye to ex-boyfriend Tom Pelphrey to giving back with GUIDING LIGHT in the Gulf Coast, Weekly makes the most of five minutes with the busy Gina Tognoni (Dinah). MORE

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Catching Up With Scott Bailey

GUIDING LIGHT's Sandy met an untimely end, but his portrayer, Scott Bailey, is thriving with SAINTS AND SINNERS, a new prime-time telenovela premiering March 14 on MyNetworkTV. Before the debut, Bailey gave Weekly the scoop on his new show and his new life in Los Angeles. MORE

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Emmy Talk

The Daytime Emmy nominations will be announced live on THE VIEW on February 8. Here, GENERAL HOSPITAL's Laura Wright (Carly; ex-Cassie, GUIDING LIGHT; ex-Ally, LOVING/THE CITY) weighs in on the judging process, who should get the nod and why she won't. MORE

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Find Your Springfield Love Match

Spend a lot of time in Springfield? Take this quiz to find out which GUIDING LIGHT man is right for you. MORE

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On Set

The most memorable moments in Springfield history have occurred on familiar territory, but who can keep track of them all? Take a look inside some popular GL locations, past and present, where dramatic family fights, romantic trysts, devious deeds and other unforgettable scenes have taken place. MORE

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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. MORE

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'Spare' Time for Springfielders

The second annual Bloss and Friends bowling event gave GUIDING LIGHT fans a way to hit three pins with one ball: They were able to meet and bowl with their favorite GL actors, they said farewell to the well-loved Jerry verDorn (ex-Ross; Clint, OLTL), and the funds raised went to the American Cancer Society. MORE

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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. MORE

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White-Hot Light

GUIDING LIGHT's new boss, Ellen Wheeler, recently sat down with the press after a screening of the climactic scenes of Jonathan deflowering Tammy and then facing off with Reva. MORE