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30 Famous Actors Who Starred on Soap Operas (So Many Oscar Winners & Nominees Are On The List!)

Soap operas are renowned for their drama and constantly twisting stories. But did you know that they are also a breeding ground for some of Hollywood’s biggest stars?

So many A-list actors have brought characters to life on some of the most beloved sudsers over the years.

For many of them, it was near the start of their career. Some of them made history in their role on the soap opera – like the actor who played the first openly gay teen on daytime TV. All of them have gone on to find incredible success in blockbusters.

We did some digging ahead of the Oscars and were able to round up 30 examples of famed actors who have starred on soap operas. It turns out that quite a few Oscar winners and nominees owe a soap opera for the start of their career.

Scroll through the slideshow to see who all made the list…

Sarah Michelle Gellar Shares Support for Longtime Friend Shannen Doherty Amid 'Charmed' Feud With Alyssa Milano

Sarah Michelle Gellar is sticking up for Shannen Doherty.

The Buffy the Vampire Slayer star spoke out in support of her longtime friend after Shannen spoke out about her feud with Charmed co-star Alyssa Milano.

“It was a difficult time,” Sarah told E! News. “I was there for it. I think Shannen‘s just about sharing her truths in general right now.”

Keep reading to find out more…More Here! »

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Margot Robbie, Bradley Cooper, America Ferrera & 30+ More Celebs Attend Producers Guild Awards 2024

Margot Robbie, Bradley Cooper and America Ferrera are among the celebrities in attendance at the 2024 Producers Guild Awards held at The Ray Dolby Ballroom on Sunday evening (February 25) in Hollywood.

The stars stepped out to help celebrate the producers behind the movies and TV shows of the past year.

Margot and Bradley are both nominated for producing their respective films, Barbie and Maestro.

Check out more celebs in attendance inside…More Here! »

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30 Famous Actors Who Starred on Soap Operas (Including Oscar Winners & the First Actor to Play a Gay Teen on Daytime TV)

Soap operas are renowned for their drama and constantly twisting stories. But did you know that they are also a breeding ground for some of Hollywood’s biggest stars?

So many A-list actors have brought characters to life on some of the most beloved sudsers over the years.

For many of them, it was near the start of their career. Some of them made history in their role on the soap opera – like the actor who played the first openly gay teen on daytime TV. Others have gone on to find incredible success in blockbusters.

We did some digging and were able to round up 30 examples of famed actors who have starred on soap operas.

There are a few Oscar winners on this list, several musicians and, overall, a couple of big surprises!

Scroll through the slideshow to see who all made the list…

The Richest Co-Stars of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' Ranked From Lowest to Highest Net Worth

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is among the most influential and popular TV shows of our time.

The Joss Whedon-created supernatural series first bowed back in March of 1997 on The WB, running for seven seasons, and moving to UPN for its final two seasons before ending in May of 2003.

The show follows Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a line of “Slayers” – women who are chosen to fight against vampires, demons and other evil forces.

With the help of her Watcher, who guides and teaches her, as well as a group of close friends dubbed the “Scooby Gang,” Buffy takes on the battle to save the world – again, and again, and again.

Over the years, many of the stars of the hit TV series have gone on to achieve incredible things, including other popular TV franchises and films, and amassing large sums of money.

Click through to see who the richest stars of Buffy the Vampire Slayer are…

The Richest 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Stars, Ranked From Lowest to Highest Net Worth

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is one of the most adored TV shows of all time.

The Joss Whedon-created supernatural teen TV series premiered back in March of 1997 on The WB, and ran for seven seasons, moving to UPN for its final two seasons before ending in May of 2003.

The show centers around Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a line of “Slayers” – women who are chosen to fight against vampires, demons and other evil forces.

With the help of her Watcher, who guides and teaches her, as well as a group of close friends dubbed the “Scooby Gang,” Buffy takes on the battle to save the world – again, and again, and again.

Over the years, all of the stars of the hit TV series have gone on to achieve incredible things, moving on to other successful TV franchises and films, and amassing large sums of money.

Click through to see who the richest stars of Buffy the Vampire Slayer are…

The Richest Cast Members of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' Ranked From Lowest to Highest Net Worth

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is one of the most beloved modern television shows of all time.

The Joss Whedon-created supernatural teen series debuted back in March of 1997 on The WB, and ran for seven seasons, crossing over to UPN for its final two seasons before concluding in May of 2003.

The show follows Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a line of “Slayers” – women who are chosen to fight against vampires, demons and other evil forces.

With the help of her Watcher, who guides and teaches her, as well as a group of close friends dubbed the “Scooby Gang,” Buffy takes on the battle to save the world – again, and again, and again.

Over the years, all of the stars of the hit series have gone on to achieve incredible things, moving on to other successful TV franchises and films, and amassing large sums of money.

In celebration of many members of the cast reuniting for the new Buffyverse audio series out on Thursday (October 12), we’re taking a look through the whole cast.

Click through to see who the richest stars of Buffy the Vampire Slayer are…