Deidre Hall

Deidre Hall is a royal figure in the entertainment world, having achieved a level of fame and following that is almost unheard of. She created the iconic role of "Dr. Marlena Evans" in 1976, and her popularity has only grown since then. She has been honored with numerous awards, including the prestigious America Women in Radio and Television (AWRT) award in 1994, and five Best Actress awards from Soap Opera Digest. She has even been recognized outside of daytime television, appearing on popular talk shows such as The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Night of 100 Stars II and 20/20. Her appeal is so strong that the Hallmark Co. chose her to be the spokesperson for their greeting cards and gift wrap. Truly, Deidre Hall is an iconic figure in the entertainment world, whose fame and influence have reached far beyond the world of daytime television.