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Dr. Jazz · 12-10-2004, 01:33 PM

From SoapNet:

TV Legend CAROL BURNETT Reprises Her Memorable AMC Role for the Show's 35th Anniversary

Legendary actress/singer/comedienne Carol Burnett will reprise her roles as the beloved Verla Grubbs on January 5 in celebration of the 35th anniversary of "All My Children," ABC Daytime's Emmy Award-winning drama. This announcement was made today by Brian Frons, president, ABC Daytime. Ms. Burnett originated the role of Verla Grubbs in 1983 and returned briefly in 1995.
"I am thrilled to be back in Pine Valley," says Ms. Burnett.

"We are delighted and honored to count Carol Burnett as a fan of 'All My Children,' and to have her join in the 35-year celebration by returning to Pine Valley for this special day is a real treat for all the fans of the show," said Mr. Frons in making the announcement.

Daytime aficionados will remember that Verla Grubbs was revealed to be the daughter of the late Langley Wallingford and stepdaughter to Phoebe Wallingford (Ruth Warrick).

Ms. Burnett is one of All My Children's most vocal and supportive fans. She hosted the ABC primetime special in honor of All My Children's 25th anniversary in 1995. The one-hour retrospective featured appearances by original cast members Susan Lucci, Ruth Warrick and Ray MacDonnell, as well as show creator Agnes Nixon, Debbie Morgan and Kim Delaney.

The 35th anniversary show also marks the first-ever Pine Valley appearance of Agnes Nixon, who created the popular soap opera in 1970. In addition, viewers will be treated to appearances by former All My Children veterans Larry Keith, Mark LaMura and Richard Shoberg, who will return to the all-star cast as they celebrate a television milestone.

All My Children will celebrate its 35th anniversary on January 5, 2005.

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This sounds like its shaping up to be a good 35th Anniversary Celebration. Not as big as the 25th Anniversary was (can't believe it's been 10 years already since that week-long celebration/snow storm

) but I'm glad to see Carol Burnett coming back & Agnes Nixon finally making an appearance. Since Verla is coming back, I hope this means we'll finally get to see Phoebe once again. It wouldn't be a complete 35th Anniversary without Phoebe Tyler - my favorite character over the years. She was such a stuck-up b*tch back in the day & I loved every minute of it. Ruth Warrick is indeed daytime royalty

Opal · 12-10-2004, 03:43 PM

OMG!

That's so awesome! Thank you for posting this!!!

And I agree about Miss Warrick!

spunkygirl · 12-10-2004, 04:22 PM

Thanks Doc that's great

AMC has gotten so good, just in time for Carol's return

Frons finally did something right, and it will be great to see Agnes Nixon

JT · 12-12-2004, 02:44 AM

According to the SOW editor, Ruth was at the taping of the episodes, but it is unsure if she appeared in the episodes...

Opal · 12-26-2004, 02:46 AM

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Originally posted by JT
According to the SOW editor, Ruth was at the taping of the episodes, but it is unsure if she appeared in the episodes...

I hope she'll be in the episode. It won't be the same without Phoebe ... even though, sadly, Miss Warrick is the shell of her former self.

factsoflife · 12-27-2004, 01:07 PM

They need to have Ruth Warwick's Phoebee in the episode, otherwise theres not point in bringing back Verla Grubbs. I HOPE WE GET TO SEE BROOKE ENGLISH AND JOE/RUTH MARTIN.

Opal · 12-29-2004, 05:43 AM

Verla and Myrtle were friends (while in the carnival). They could have scenes together.

factsoflife · 12-29-2004, 01:57 PM

yes on Jan 5, 2005 a special episode featuring Carol Burnette and Agnes Nixon.... i've heard that Ruth Warwick was at the taping, but they aren't sure if she'll be in the episode... i hope she is...

I hope we see all veterans...

Ruth, Joe, Opal, Palmer, Brooke, Adam, Stuart, Liza, Erica, Jackson, Tad, Myrtyle, Derke, and Livvia..

12-10-2004, 01:33 PM	#1
Dr. Jazz The Evil Empire. . . . Forum Star Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Posts: 11,094	Carol Burnett to Return to All My Children From SoapNet: TV Legend CAROL BURNETT Reprises Her Memorable AMC Role for the Show's 35th Anniversary Legendary actress/singer/comedienne Carol Burnett will reprise her roles as the beloved Verla Grubbs on January 5 in celebration of the 35th anniversary of "All My Children," ABC Daytime's Emmy Award-winning drama. This announcement was made today by Brian Frons, president, ABC Daytime. Ms. Burnett originated the role of Verla Grubbs in 1983 and returned briefly in 1995. "I am thrilled to be back in Pine Valley," says Ms. Burnett. "We are delighted and honored to count Carol Burnett as a fan of 'All My Children,' and to have her join in the 35-year celebration by returning to Pine Valley for this special day is a real treat for all the fans of the show," said Mr. Frons in making the announcement. Daytime aficionados will remember that Verla Grubbs was revealed to be the daughter of the late Langley Wallingford and stepdaughter to Phoebe Wallingford (Ruth Warrick). Ms. Burnett is one of All My Children's most vocal and supportive fans. She hosted the ABC primetime special in honor of All My Children's 25th anniversary in 1995. The one-hour retrospective featured appearances by original cast members Susan Lucci, Ruth Warrick and Ray MacDonnell, as well as show creator Agnes Nixon, Debbie Morgan and Kim Delaney. The 35th anniversary show also marks the first-ever Pine Valley appearance of Agnes Nixon, who created the popular soap opera in 1970. In addition, viewers will be treated to appearances by former All My Children veterans Larry Keith, Mark LaMura and Richard Shoberg, who will return to the all-star cast as they celebrate a television milestone. All My Children will celebrate its 35th anniversary on January 5, 2005. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This sounds like its shaping up to be a good 35th Anniversary Celebration. Not as big as the 25th Anniversary was (can't believe it's been 10 years already since that week-long celebration/snow storm ) but I'm glad to see Carol Burnett coming back & Agnes Nixon finally making an appearance. Since Verla is coming back, I hope this means we'll finally get to see Phoebe once again. It wouldn't be a complete 35th Anniversary without Phoebe Tyler - my favorite character over the years. She was such a stuck-up b*tch back in the day & I loved every minute of it. Ruth Warrick is indeed daytime royalty

12-27-2004, 01:07 PM	#6
factsoflife Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 11, 2000 Posts: 8,745	They need to have Ruth Warwick's Phoebee in the episode, otherwise theres not point in bringing back Verla Grubbs. I HOPE WE GET TO SEE BROOKE ENGLISH AND JOE/RUTH MARTIN.
	__________________ "and to the fans. I was only supposed to be on every other Tuesday. But, thanks to you, I'm here, and I promise! I will try my best never to let you down. I am going back into that studio on Monday, and I'm going to play Erica Kane for all she's worth!"-- Susan Lucci, May 1999 Daytime Emmy Speech.

12-10-2004, 03:43 PM	#2
Opal Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 13, 2004 Posts: 365	OMG! That's so awesome! Thank you for posting this!!! And I agree about Miss Warrick!

12-10-2004, 04:22 PM	#3
spunkygirl Member Moderator Forum Celebrity Join Date: Apr 26, 2003 Posts: 21,563	Thanks Doc that's great AMC has gotten so good, just in time for Carol's return Frons finally did something right, and it will be great to see Agnes Nixon

12-12-2004, 02:44 AM	#4
JT Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 29, 2001 Location: USA Posts: 7,223	According to the SOW editor, Ruth was at the taping of the episodes, but it is unsure if she appeared in the episodes...

12-29-2004, 05:43 AM	#7
Opal Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 13, 2004 Posts: 365	Verla and Myrtle were friends (while in the carnival). They could have scenes together.

12-29-2004, 01:57 PM	#8
factsoflife Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 11, 2000 Posts: 8,745	yes on Jan 5, 2005 a special episode featuring Carol Burnette and Agnes Nixon.... i've heard that Ruth Warwick was at the taping, but they aren't sure if she'll be in the episode... i hope she is... I hope we see all veterans... Ruth, Joe, Opal, Palmer, Brooke, Adam, Stuart, Liza, Erica, Jackson, Tad, Myrtyle, Derke, and Livvia..