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Star of the Week

Beth Chamberlin

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Bio

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Beth Chamberlin (Beth, GL)

Originally from Danville, Vermont, Beth Chamberlin grew up with her three brothers. She got her first taste of acting while living in Vermont, but ballet soon became her great interest. Chamberlin's love of ballet led her to enroll at New York University to study dance, but she later changed her focus to acting. MORE

Interviews

Interviews With Beth

— GEORGE DE SOTA/JPI

Body by Beth

Now that GUIDING LIGHT's Beth is poised to give birth, Beth Chamberlin is excited to ditch the strap-on belly and show the world what she's been hiding beneath the fake bulk. "I've been doing this workout that has my body in the best shape I've ever been in my entire life," reveals Chamberlin. MORE

Interviews Mentioning Beth

— PGP

Lillian In Love

Soaps are all about love and lust, but why should the 20-somethings have all the fun? Lillian’s back in the dating game, having started a surprising romance with Buzz. Her portrayer, Tina Sloan, raves to Digest about her new on-screen flame and explains why her recent long vacation put Buzz and Lillian's adorable canoodling temporarily on hold. MORE

— PGP

Say What? GL Stars' Memorable Quotes

GUIDING LIGHT actors have shared a lot with Digest over the years (although we haven't printed everything!). Here's a look back at a few memorable quotes. MORE

Features

Features Mentioning Beth

— Kristopher Kelly/PGP

Giving Back: GL Cast Visits The Gulf Coast

For 70 years, GUIDING LIGHT has championed helping those in need, so it was no surprise when, as part of the show's anniversary blitz, the cast and crew flew down to the Gulf Coast to spend an entire week alongside dozens of full-time volunteers from the Hands On Network to help rebuild homes ravaged by Hurricane Katrina. MORE

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

Yes, Sire, That's My Baby

Currently GUIDING LIGHT's Coop, Lizzie and Jonathan are embroiled in a "Who's the daddy?" storyline. They aren't the first Springfielders to find themselves in a paternity predicament. Take a look back at three fatherhood foul-ups. MORE

— CBS

GL: Keeping It In the Family

GUIDING LIGHT's kissing cousins Tammy and Jonathan have quickly become one of soaps' most controversial couples, but Springfield’s residents have been keeping their romances in the family for years. Here, we profile some of the top offenders. MORE

— ABC

Bridal Gallery

Reel brides get married in grand style, so no wonder real brides like to take a cue from their dresses and 'dos. Here's a look at some wedding belles fans have asked to see again. Check back regularly for updates! MORE

— CBS

The Four Musketeers

Recently, GL's Four Musketeers have been mentioned quite a bit. The tight foursome of Phillip, Beth, Rick and Mindy went through a lot together over the years. How much do you remember about their early adventures? MORE

— Sue Coflin

Bowling for Daytime 2006

Many soap fans' dreams were pinned on the kindness of two Jonathans, one Jade, a veteran Jerry and a newbie Jerome as Daytime Stars and Strikes rolled into Manhattan's Port Authority last month. MORE

— Robin Platzer/Twin Images

Perfect 10

We look back at 10 memorable GL couples, past and present. MORE

— CBS

Spaulding Crimes And Misdemeanors

Alan Spaulding's latest crime against humanity — killing Phillip — may top his list of evil deeds, but it certainly wasn't his only wrongdoing. MORE

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

The Year That Was — 2005 Trivia

How closely have you been paying attention to 2005 in Springfield? Test yourself with our GUIDING LIGHT trivia quiz. MORE

— Jim Antonucci/PGP

GL Seasons Greetings Timeline

The holidays have always been a time of joy — and, occasionally, heartache — for Springfield denizens. Here, Digest takes a look back at a few memorable GUIDING LIGHT Christmases. MORE

— Sue Coflin

GL 2003 Fan Club Luncheon

On October 12, GUIDING LIGHT fans filled the Marriott Marquis in Manhattan to meet and greet the show's stars. If you weren't able to make the trip to the Big Apple — or want to relive the day — here are a few highlights. MORE

Timelines

Timelines About Beth

— Mario J. Ruiz

Queen Of Hearts

Of all of Springfield's residents, Beth Raines has changed the most from when she appeared on the scene in 1983. Take a look back at Beth from when she was a shy, abused teenager to today when she can match wits with Alan Spaulding himself. MORE

Timelines Mentioning Beth

— PGP

Master Of The Boardroom

Springfield's dastardly CEO, Alan, has been controlling and manipulative ever since he arrived on the scene in 1977. Take a trip back down memory lane with our Alan timeline and see what he's been up to. MORE

— PGP

(Not So) Loveable Lizzie Spaulding

Misguided and sometimes dangerous, Lizzie Spaulding has been creating trouble in Springfield practically since her birth. Here we revisit some of the most notable misdeeds of this troubled teen. MORE

— CBS

Murder Most Foul

Springfield is currently entrenched in figuring out who killed Phillip. But GUIDING LIGHT is no stranger to murder mysteries. Here's a look back at 10 whodunits. MORE

— PGP

Phillip Spaulding Timeline

Corporate executive, writer, half of Springfield's greatest supercouple: GUIDING LIGHT'S Phillip Spaulding has lead a roller coaster life. MORE

Photo Galleries

Photo Galleries Mentioning Beth

— Lorenzo Bevilaqua/PGP

Tidings Of Comfort And Oy!

Christmas is a time for sipping eggnog and unwrapping gifts. In the soap world, however, the holiday tends to pack a dramatic punch. Here's a look at some of GUIDING LIGHT's most memorable yuletides. MORE

Beth Chamberlin's Awards

 

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