Do you recognize these people?

These pictures will give you a look at some of your favorite Days stars, before they were stars. The answers are at the bottom of the page.

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Answers

Row 1:
Deidre Hall (Marlena)--You gotta love those tights! From 1976-77, Deidre was seen in a children's show called "Electra Woman and Dynagirl" where two female reporters turned into superheroes. The show was part of the Krofft Supershow. She played Electra Woman/Lori.
Arleen Sorkin (Calliope)--Even at age four, she was dressing up in hats. Only Arleen (and Calliope) looked that great in so many types of hats. Too bad she didn't wear outfits like this with them.
Jason Brooks (Peter)--This pic was taken in the late 1960s. Jason seems to have barely changed since this was taken. The smile is still the same.

Row 2:
Miriam Parrish (Jamie)--When she was growing up, Miriam loved stuffed animals and toys. One night her mom even heard her talking to the animals in her sleep. And this is the cute little girl who is marrying Robert Kelker-Kelly? I still can't believe that one.
Suzanne Rogers (Maggie)--This pic is from her days as a Rockette. Suzanne started her show biz career at Radio City Music Hall at age 17, after leaving her home in Virginia.
Melissa Brennan Reeves (Jennifer)--My, what big hair you have! Why pose with a circus animal? This pic is from about 1984 or 85, when Missy was either in her final days on Santa Barbara, or her first year on Days. By the way, the animal's name is Schroder.

Row 3:
Lisa Rinna (Billie #1)--This pic is from April 1991 when Lisa accompanied her then-boyfriend Scott Barton (Y&R) to a charity bowling event. Who knew she used to have so much hair?
Thyme Lewis (Jonah)--When Thyme was growing up, his mom cut his hair. Unfortunately she couldn't cut it evenly. She'd "cut it and cut it, and soon [he'd] have a big bald spot on [his] head." He finally gave up on his mom's haircuts and "grew a big afro."
Bryan Datillo (Lucas)--Who would have known that this young blonde with a bowl cut would end up a brunette with a pretty good looking head of hair. I'd recognize those eyes anywhere!

Row 4:
Macdonald Carey (Tom)--This picture is guaranteed to be the oldest one on the page and possibly the hardest to figure out, but I had to include it. Who knew that this sweet one-year old would become one of daytime's favorite patriarch's?
Mark Valley (Jack #4)--Isn't he cute? He has almost the same haircut in this picture that he has today. The military-type outfit is also telling of his future career in the army and Operation Desert Storm.
Richard Biggs (Marcus)--Isn't the home boy a cutie? You can almost picture Steve and Marcus as little kids in the orphanage with this picture. From "womb to tomb"

Row 5:
Eileen Davidson (Kristen and crew)--While I hope this picture will settle this issue, I'm sure it won't. This picture is of Eileen (far left) and her siblings. Here she is, a little girl. Does that prove it to you???
Billy Hufsey (Emilio)--Emilio and one of his costars from the early 80s. Don't you miss his curls?
Lauren Koslow (Kate)--Another one from the big hair files! This one is from 1989, when Lauren was on the Bold and the Beautiful. Picture Kate trying to deal with Sami with this hair. Could anyone take her seriously?

Row 6:
Jaime Lyn Bauer (Laura)--This pic (1973) is from Jaime's earliest days in L.A. when she found herself there after following a boyfriend. After being in L.A. only four weeks, Jaime was offered a three-year contract on Y&R, where she starred as Lauralee Brooks.
John Clarke (Mickey)--John looks very innocent in this pic. Was he really like that as a little boy?
Frances Reid (Alice)--Look at this gorgeous young woman. Obviously she was destined to be a star. Her career has spanned so many years. This one is from the early years.

Row 7:
Drake Hogestyn (John)--When this was taken, this young baby (Donald Drake Hogestyn) dreamed of a career in baseball. We would not have been graced by his onscreen presence if it hadn't been for a career-ending injury.
Jason Brooks (Peter)--An even earlier picture of Jason as a baby. He had the good looks very early on.
Christie Clark (Carrie)--We knew she grew up on Days, but doesn't this pic bring back memories? This pic is from 1986 or 87, when Christie was about 12 or 13.

Row 8:
Peter Reckell (Bo)--It's been a while since we've seen his short hair and clean-shaven face! In 1981, Peter starred on As the World Turns as Eric Hollister. His character fell in love with Hayley Wilson, played by Dana Delaney (China Beach).
Mary Beth Evans (Kayla)--Mary Beth and her mom one Easter. Mary Beth's daughter Katie looks almost exactly like her mom did at this age.
Eileen Davidson (Kristen, etc.)--Gotta love that 80s hair. Here's Eileen in 1986 during her first round as Ashley Abbott on Y&R.

Row 9:
Drake Hogestyn (John)--Drake during his baseball days. He was a versatile guy in those days, going to school to be a dentist, while playing baseball on the side.
Charles Shaugnessy (Shane)--Charles enjoyed playing the piano as a little boy.
Bryan Datillo (Lucas)--Bryan enjoys walking in someone else's shoes.

Row 10:
Joseph Mascolo (Stefano)--Can you believe this precious little boy turned into Salem's most hated man?
Austin Peck (Austin)--Austin and his dog
Lauren Koslow (Kate)--Lauren, looking like most woman in the early 70s.

Row 11:

Louise Sorel (Vivian)--What a precious little girl!
Susan Seaforth Hayes (Julie)--What a difference a few years makes!
Michael Sabatino (Lawrence)--Michael was a pole vaulter when this pic was taken. He went to college on a scholarship because of his talent in the port.

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