One Life to Live

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One Life to Live (often abbreviated as OLTL) is an American soap opera that was broadcast on the ABC television network for more than 43 years, from July 15, 1968, to January 13, 2012. Created by Agnes Nixon, the show was set in the fictional town of Llanview, Pennsylvania, and primarily focused on the lives of the Lord, Wolek, and Riley families.

History[edit | edit source]

The show was created by Agnes Nixon, who also created the soap opera All My Children. One Life to Live was groundbreaking for its time, as it was the first daytime drama to feature ethnically and socioeconomically diverse characters and consistently address social issues.

Main Characters[edit | edit source]

Victoria "Viki" Lord - Portrayed by Erika Slezak, Viki is the show's central character, known for her multiple personalities and long-running family saga.
Dorian Lord - Played by Robin Strasser, Dorian is Viki's long-time rival and a central antagonist.
Todd Manning - A complex character portrayed by Roger Howarth, known for his controversial storylines.
Blair Cramer - Played by Kassie DePaiva, Blair is Todd Manning's on-again, off-again love interest.

Storylines[edit | edit source]

One Life to Live was known for its complex and interwoven storylines, which often tackled social issues such as racial discrimination, LGBTQ+ rights, and mental health. One of the most notable storylines involved Viki Lord's struggle with dissociative identity disorder.

Production[edit | edit source]

The show was produced by ABC Daytime and filmed in New York City. Over its run, One Life to Live won numerous Daytime Emmy Awards and was praised for its innovative storytelling and character development.

Cancellation and Revival[edit | edit source]

In 2011, ABC announced the cancellation of One Life to Live, with the final episode airing on January 13, 2012. The show was briefly revived as a web series in 2013 by Prospect Park, but this revival was short-lived.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

One Life to Live remains a significant part of American television history, remembered for its pioneering approach to daytime drama and its impact on the genre.