Douglas Marland

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Biography

Marland began his career as an actor before segueing to writing as an associate writer for the soap opera, "Another World". He went on to win a Daytime Emmy for his work during the 1974-75 season. In 1982, he created "Loving" and served as its head writer. Marland served in that same capacity for "As the World Turns" from 1985 until his death.
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Job Title

Actor, Writer

Born

May 5, 1935

Career Milestones

1992

Appeared as himself in the primetime special, "Guiding Light: The Primetime Special"

1985

Became head writer for the daytime soap, "As the World Turns"

1983

Created the daytime series, "Loving"

1980

Served as had writer on "Guiding Light"

Became head writer for the daytime serials "The Doctors", and "General Hospital"

Worked as an associate writer for "Another World"