tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post415773140224717..comments2023-11-02T09:08:08.645-04:00Comments on We Love Soaps: 50 Greatest Soap Actresses: #8 Crystal ChappellKevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13659344675956886092noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-26904674398142910882010-03-22T12:05:12.992-04:002010-03-22T12:05:12.992-04:00I did not post a comment back in February when thi...I did not post a comment back in February when this was first posted. Crystal is amazing, top ten without a doubt, and in my mind even higher. Only the most talented actors can say so much without even uttering a word and Crystal Chappell is the freakin' master at this acting technique. Congratulations for all of the accolades which continue to come your way Crystal. You are the best!Dani Austinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09766686952680364759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-62903913295503316732010-03-21T23:40:29.737-04:002010-03-21T23:40:29.737-04:00Crystal Chappell is awesome. A great actress in al...Crystal Chappell is awesome. A great actress in all she does. Congratulations on your well deserved honor. Sometimes in life you just have to do what feels right for you. Conviction in what you are doing will take you so very far in this crazy world. Thank you for all of it. I first saw you in OLTL and was hooked from there. Now I find myself anxiously awaiting more Venice. My sincere heartfelt congratulations and I wish you continued success.<br />XoxoUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12889150385175830752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-62563669890356344772010-02-16T20:24:02.521-05:002010-02-16T20:24:02.521-05:00Crystal Crystal Crystal, One of the most talented ...Crystal Crystal Crystal, One of the most talented actresses on soaps today. She can take any word on the page and make it work! I totally believe her. The beauty of Crystal is she does not even have to open her mouth, her eyes say it all!spencer11https://www.blogger.com/profile/15250142916709325353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-7119517025901400352010-02-08T20:30:13.800-05:002010-02-08T20:30:13.800-05:00I, like Patti, watched Crystal back in the 90'...I, like Patti, watched Crystal back in the 90's when she originated the role of Dr. Carly Manning. Back then, I knew there was something special about her. You could tell how wonderful of an actress she was/is. Her eyes are the most expressive part of her acting. I could watch her read the phonebook. The wonderful thing about Crystal that we fans notice is what she brings out in the other actors that share her scenes. I have never seen anything like that before or now. The woman is the total package as far as I am concerned. She's beautiful, an incredible actress, rock-star producer, amazing mother and wife. She embraces ALL her fans and I think that aside from everything else is why I follow her career and will continue to follow everything and anything she does. She may be #8 on this list but in my book she is #1!ramzeee68https://www.blogger.com/profile/05596582984409338546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-86110887946722311142010-02-07T13:07:46.926-05:002010-02-07T13:07:46.926-05:00Congratulations Crystal!!! Crystal is one of the ...Congratulations Crystal!!! Crystal is one of the best actresses on television and is even a nicer person. I have never seen anyone kinder to her fans. She is a sweetheart. Crystal will always be my number one as far as this list is concerned. I have watched her for ten years and have never seen anyone "bring it" like she does. The raw emotion that comes through in her acting is amazing. I am so happy I get to see her on my tv at DOOL everyday. Cheers to you Crystal! You really deserve it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-59850977509274571812010-02-01T12:20:59.926-05:002010-02-01T12:20:59.926-05:00These lists are ridiculously subjective and the &q...These lists are ridiculously subjective and the "of all time" makes no sense in that no judge has been able to watch every performance ever and there's always bias towards more recent and resonant material. Still, I'm enjoying this parade of marvelous and accomplished women. And Crystal Chappell certainly deserves to be in their esteemed company. 20 years and three significant roles (two of them iconic) is more than enough to earn a place. That her talent has moved so many and so consistently makes her one of the best that's ever been on soaps. Where she ranks on your list doesn't really much matter to me. <br /><br />Thanks for including many of my all time faves in your list.Rikitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10297463762576303095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-39431250038203047772010-02-01T11:04:39.756-05:002010-02-01T11:04:39.756-05:00Congratulations to Crystal. She is an OUTSTANDING ...Congratulations to Crystal. She is an OUTSTANDING actress but even more importantly an exceptional person. She truly deserves any recognitions and honors that she receives. Truly a classy lady!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08716767224952232680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-13925836566473427562010-02-01T07:30:51.756-05:002010-02-01T07:30:51.756-05:00She is good Actress but 8 no way. I agree with To...She is good Actress but 8 no way. I agree with TonyStephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08458406772676479005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-34340459556593581642010-02-01T01:05:20.797-05:002010-02-01T01:05:20.797-05:00Crystal is an outstanding actress, who can act wit...Crystal is an outstanding actress, who can act with her eyes in a way no one else can, saying so much with out dialogue!<br /><br />Added to which she is kind, loyal, giving and real! That's why she will always be #1 to her friends and fans alike.<br /><br />Not to mention intelligent, creative and forward thinking, which is shown with production of Venice.<br /><br />Congratulations Crystal!<br /><br />Nataliejc1Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15692106798093280812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-92118640758190031022010-01-31T23:38:58.663-05:002010-01-31T23:38:58.663-05:00Not sure what more I could possibly add that hasn&...Not sure what more I could possibly add that hasn't been said about how amazing Crystal is as an actress and as a person! She won my loyalty almost 20 years ago with something to this day I can't quite figure out! I just knew immediately 30 seconds into her first appearance as Carly on DOOL that she was something special! I went away from daytime and Crystal's career for awhile as life just got in the way...but last July I came back to all things Crystal Chappell! THE GREATEST thing about being CHAPPELLED for the second time is knowing she hasn't changed one bit in 20 years! She is still just as loyal, giving, appreciative, and gracious to her fans as she was when I first met her in 1991! That to me is one of the most endearing things about Crystal! Not only do her fans get to witness such an incomparable talent, but we get her LOVE as well! Crystal, my dear one, congratulations...I am thrilled to see you receive such an honor! Keep ROCKIN the screen as you do so well!!!<br /><br />Proud FAN,<br />Patti =)Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03367732131354194297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-45864551310337852952010-01-31T23:35:01.881-05:002010-01-31T23:35:01.881-05:00Congratulations Crystal!
I must admit I am shock...Congratulations Crystal! <br /><br />I must admit I am shocked she wasn't ranked higher. At least the top three. The only thing I can think that could ever rival Olivia's graveyard declaration would be Judith Light's courtroom confession. <br /><br />Crystal excels at everything from comedy to deep angst, and can convey more with her eyes than most actors can with the whole package. <br /><br />Lucky is any actor who shares the screen with her. Whether they realize it or not, most seem to step up their game when appearing in a scene with her. <br /><br />To me Olivia Spencer will always be the best soap role ever and Crystal Chappell is #1.didahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14365066098426333109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-18479343310443829892010-01-31T22:57:58.697-05:002010-01-31T22:57:58.697-05:008th? Right, she is good but not the 8th best actr...8th? Right, she is good but not the 8th best actress to have ever appeared on a US soap. Who is 7th? Molly Burnett?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15096826657485343791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-61982213366449044442010-01-31T22:36:22.922-05:002010-01-31T22:36:22.922-05:00Having watched every soap off and on since I can r...Having watched every soap off and on since I can remember there is only one actor that made me stop and really pay attention, there is something about Crystal Chappell that just grabs you and sucks you in to whomever she portrays. She takes what is on a written page and plays it with so much soul, depth and real sense of self somewhere for who she sees the character as and not what the character is. She is one of the few rare gems left in the genre. And that is why I love her work!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-62346046096221041002010-01-31T18:49:25.194-05:002010-01-31T18:49:25.194-05:00Congratulations Crystal!
You are #1 to me.Congratulations Crystal! <br />You are #1 to me.Nemeanleonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12019272761169268603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-30097993675281886742010-01-31T18:40:36.986-05:002010-01-31T18:40:36.986-05:00Congratulations Crystal on being #8 of greatest so...Congratulations Crystal on being #8 of greatest soap actresses!! In my book, Crystal will always be #1!!!<br /><br />I have been following Crystal for the past 16 years and will continue to follow Crystal in all she does. I came back to DOOL when it was announced that Crystal was returning. Crystal has not disappointed, as her scenes with Bo, Justin, Hope, Auntie Viv and Melanie have been top notch. Crystal brings her A game to every role she undertakes.<br /><br />I also want to thank Crystal for her honest portrayal of Olivia a woman struggling to come to grips with her attraction to Natalia. The transformation of Olivia from a selfish, ME ME ME character to a woman who falls in love with Natalia were breath taking to watch.<br /><br />I am looking forward to watching Venice and watching the love between Gina and Ani as well as her family. <br /><br />Crystal you ROCK!!<br /><br />TDUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12311493210112847771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-62926935763306910272010-01-31T16:34:15.037-05:002010-01-31T16:34:15.037-05:00Crystal Chappell is the GODDESS of Daytime TV! Pe...Crystal Chappell is the GODDESS of Daytime TV! Period. End of story. This coming from a lifelong soap opera viewer with a list of favorite actresses of my own, a few of whom are listed here. In the span of one year, Crystal has surpassed them all to become my #1. I too am surprised she is not in the top 5 here, but then I'm also surprised not to see my beloved Maeve Kinkead on this list at all. Still 7 more slots to go, but I'm not holding my breath. Very sad.<br /><br />I have watched soaps all my life and I kick myself for not paying attention to Crystal sooner. Thanks to the internet I am now consumed and overwhelmed by the desire to see every bit of footage of this extraordinary talent. But it was the Otalia story that introduced me to her awesomeness, and subsequently drew me back into the world of Springfield. For that I am forever grateful. <br /><br />Otalia changed my life. I have never been so affected by a daytime drama before, and after 35 years of viewership, that’s saying a lot. Crystal and Jessica created magic in their realism and natural connection, communication, passion and love. Crystal’s consistent breathtaking performances have changed the way I watch daytime acting, setting a stand of performance few have ever achieved in my mind. Her accessibility as an actress in every scene she plays is unmatched. Her accessibility to her fans as a person is inspiring. And Venice is an amazing work of art and love.<br /><br />Congratulations Crystal! xoxosamxarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00467526343752373412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-45670923165587070682010-01-31T16:24:43.798-05:002010-01-31T16:24:43.798-05:00Congratulations Crystal!
I have been a fan since...Congratulations Crystal! <br /><br />I have been a fan since OLTL.Crystal is a phenomenal actress and I am glad she is finally getting the recognition she deserves.<br /><br />Not only is Crystal an amazing actress she is so real,<br />gracious and caring of her fans, she is the best!<br /><br />I loved Olivia and enjoying Carly and Gina.<br /><br />To have been a fan for years then getting a chance to meet her last year was awesome my respect and love for her keeps on growing.Cant wait to see what is next.<br /><br />She will always be #1 with me!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07167609261551564383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-59648329044994883612010-01-31T16:15:12.727-05:002010-01-31T16:15:12.727-05:00Congrats Crystal!!! Looking forward to see who cam...Congrats Crystal!!! Looking forward to see who came out in front of her, I believe she definitely deserved to be higher in rank but top 10 is definitely Great! Way to go Crystal!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-26577911518590798602010-01-31T16:02:43.102-05:002010-01-31T16:02:43.102-05:00Congrats Crystal!!She is an amazing actress with m...Congrats Crystal!!She is an amazing actress with mind blowing talent.She can make you cry and laugh all at the same time.She is the only reason i got back into soaps.I look forward to seeing her each day on DOOL.She'll always be #1 with her fans!!soulgirl65https://www.blogger.com/profile/03482193297962576029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-7782359937708421192010-01-31T15:50:22.877-05:002010-01-31T15:50:22.877-05:00Congratulations to Crystal. What an honor to be am...Congratulations to Crystal. What an honor to be among so many wonderful actresses. <br /><br />I came back to soaps after giving up on them to watch Crystall play the role of Olivia on Guiding Light. I have since followed her on Days. Although the soap industry is struggling, actresses with talent such as hers keep us watching and enjoying. I hope to be watching Crystal for sometime to come in front or behind the camera.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15956549745388730243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-66000806633623803732010-01-31T15:24:16.186-05:002010-01-31T15:24:16.186-05:00Congratulations, Crystal. You constantly amaze me...Congratulations, Crystal. You constantly amaze me with your incredible acting ability and your never ending dediction to your fans. Hope to see you on Days, Venice, and any other ventures you choose for many years to come.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16851784864387028816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-43676475015536511382010-01-31T14:45:21.149-05:002010-01-31T14:45:21.149-05:00Congrats to Crystal! I have been hooked on this wo...Congrats to Crystal! I have been hooked on this woman since the first time I saw her lovely face on DAYS as Carly Manning. It's been a joy to watch her career soar.nowandlaterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11797245319585161727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-73266015178019313572010-01-31T13:50:49.894-05:002010-01-31T13:50:49.894-05:00Crystal made a memorable Carly Manning those many ...Crystal made a memorable Carly Manning those many years ago when she was just starting out acting with only brief credits to her name.<br /><br />Although I did not watch her as Olivia until the last 9 months, from the many Emmy nomination & win her peers agreed she was doing good work for many years.<br /><br />Her work during the apex of Otalia in the graveyard & gazabo scenes were just magnificent to see. Under difficult outdoor filming conditions it was something else to see an actress take it to another level.<br /><br />In a difficult time for the soap industry, Chappell managed to get fans excited about a storyline and waiting for the next installment.<br /><br />After 20 years the recognition is so nice to see.tvcat1https://www.blogger.com/profile/16590369938713790098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-48073808168201717132010-01-31T12:50:23.686-05:002010-01-31T12:50:23.686-05:00Congrats Crystal! So well deserved!!! Crystal is t...Congrats Crystal! So well deserved!!! Crystal is truly one of the most talented actors around, not just in daytime but in the industry period! She gives us so much emotion with every character she plays, watching her performances are truly poetic! She's also such a wonderful person in general. From the few times I've met her, Crystal she is always the same, very generous, caring & real! She'll continue to shine b/c that's what great stars do!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08622820314157143482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2585163331194032530.post-18857128389759499382010-01-31T11:58:30.441-05:002010-01-31T11:58:30.441-05:00Congratulations to Crystal!! Great ranking althoug...Congratulations to Crystal!! Great ranking although for me she will always be #1.<br /><br />She is a great actress, primetime acting in daytime. Her non verbal acting spokes volumes, and every scene is a treasure. <br /><br />Had the priviledge to know her and the respect and love she have for her fans shows how real she is..<br /><br />Congratulations again!!neixanndhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05076116340523685688noreply@blogger.com