Todd Manning

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Todd Manning is a fictional character from the American soap opera One Life to Live. The character was created by Michael Malone and Josh Griffith and was portrayed by actor Roger Howarth from 1992 to 2003, and again from 2011 to 2013. The role was also played by Trevor St. John from 2003 to 2011.

Character History

Todd Manning was introduced as a fraternity brother at Llanview University. He quickly became one of the most controversial characters on One Life to Live due to his involvement in a gang rape storyline. Todd, along with his fraternity brothers, raped Marty Saybrooke, a storyline that garnered significant attention and controversy.

Redemption and Relationships

Despite his dark beginnings, Todd Manning's character underwent significant development and redemption arcs. He became a complex anti-hero, struggling with his past actions while trying to build a better future. Todd's relationships with various characters, including his sister Victoria Lord and his love interests Blair Cramer and Téa Delgado, were central to his storyline.

Family and Children

Todd Manning has several children, including Starr Manning, Jack Manning, and Danielle Manning. His relationships with his children were often tumultuous but formed a core part of his character's narrative.

Notable Storylines

• The gang rape of Marty Saybrooke
• Todd's multiple marriages to Blair Cramer
• His complex relationship with Téa Delgado
• The revelation of his true parentage and connection to the Lord family
• His struggle with dissociative identity disorder

Portrayal

Roger Howarth's portrayal of Todd Manning earned him critical acclaim and several awards. Trevor St. John's portrayal also received positive reviews, particularly for his ability to bring depth to the character during his tenure.

Impact and Legacy

Todd Manning remains one of the most memorable characters in the history of One Life to Live. His storylines often pushed the boundaries of daytime television and sparked discussions on various social issues.

Related Pages

• One Life to Live
• Marty Saybrooke
• Blair Cramer
• Téa Delgado
• Victoria Lord
• Starr Manning
• Jack Manning
• Danielle Manning

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