Same old, same old in Soap Land. Some ins, a few outs, so let's dive on in...

All My Children Marcus Patrick will play Marcus, a young law student who'll be involved with Aidan and Erin. His first airdate is June 29. John James (Jeff Colby, Dynasty) will take over the role of Jeff Martin beginning June 13.

As the World Turns Paolo Seganti returns as Damian, Luke's father, May 25. John Ahlin plays Del, who has answers for Carly and Katie May 25 and 26.

Bold & the Beautiful Tracy Lindsey Melchoir returns as Kristen May 26.

General Hospital Constance Towers reprises her role as Helena May 23.

Guiding Light David Fonteno stars as Dr. Grant May 23.

Passions Kathleen Noone and Marianne Muellerleile return as Edna and Norma respectively June 21.

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As the World Turns Jennifer Ferrin (Jennifer, left) has indeed to leave the show after her contract expires this summer. The show is currently deciding whether to recast the role.

Bold & the Beautiful This spring Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke) took two weeks off to vacation with her family in Italy, meaning that Brooke will be off the canvas May 23 to 26. Rumors have it that B&B kept her time off very brief because of a major story between her and Nick.

All My Children JR owns up to his mistakes. Tad and Dixie realize they've been duped by Greg. Erica's fate is in Greg's hands.

As the World Turns Maddie suspects Jade of foul play. Dusty's old flame returns to Oakdale.

Bold & the Beautiful Stephen enlists Taylor's help in his plan to destroy the Forresters. Brooke makes an important business decision.

Days of Our Lives Billie and Patrick make amends. Max and Chelsea grow closer. Mimi and Shawn take another step to become parents.

General Hospital Jason asserts his new power. Robin and Patrick's relationship takes on a new level. Sonny's manic behavior worsens.

Guiding Light Gus makes Dinah an unusual offer. Josh has a case of mistaken identity. Harley has to make a difficult decision.

One Life to Live Kelly believes she may be pregnant. Blair begins to doubt Spencer. Todd is brought to the execution chamber.

Passions Fox catches Kay and Miguel again. Whitney makes a shocking move. Fancy takes an interest in Luis.

Young & the Restless Jack and Gloria join forces to protect John's health. Lily has upsetting news for his parents. A pregnant Phyllis' life descends into chaos.

SPOTLIGHT ON...Ellen Dolan (Margo Hughes, As the World Turns) www.ellendolan.com

Ellen joined the show as policewoman Margo in November 1989, after being asked by the late Doug Marland, former head writer, himself. (Marland had created Ellen's former role of Maureen Bauer on Guiding Light). Ellen starred on GL from 1982 to 1986.

Elsewhere on TV, she starred in the TV movies, Mother's Day, Mothers, Daughters and Lovers with Helen Shaver and Claude Atkings as well as Dancing with Danger with Cheryl Ladd and Ed Marinaro.

Before daytime, Ellen had a successful stage career, starring as Katrin in Mother Courage, Maggie in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, May in How the Other Half Lives and Clelia in The Nerd.

Ellen was born in Monticello, Iowa and raised in Decorah, Iowa. She earned her B.A. and M.F.A. degrees in theater from the University of Iowa in Iowa City. While working towards her bachelor's degree, she spent a summer studying dramatic arts at the Webber Douglas Academy in London.

Ellen currently lives in New York City's Greenwich Village with her husband Doug Jeffrey and daughter Angela. Her birthday is October 16.

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