Guiding Light

Guiding Light (1952-2009)

EndedScripted showDrama, Romance

Guiding Light (known as The Guiding Light before 1975) is an American television soap opera that is listed in Guinness World Records as the longest-running drama in television in American history, broadcast on CBS for 57 years from June 30, 1952 until September 18, 2009, preceded by a 15-year broadcast on radio.

Guiding Light is the longest running soap opera and the fifth longest running program in all of broadcast history

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 15:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2009-09-18Ep. #15762Sept. 18, 2009
2009-09-17Ep. #15761Sept. 17, 2009
2009-09-16Ep. #15760Sept. 16, 2009
2009-09-15Ep. #15759Sept. 15, 2009
2009-09-14Ep. #15758Sept. 14, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'Guiding Light' premiere?

'Guiding Light' premiered in 1952.

Who were the main characters in the early years of 'Guiding Light'?

The main characters in the early years of 'Guiding Light' were Bertha and Bert Bauer and their children.

What was the original format of 'Guiding Light'?

The original format of 'Guiding Light' was a 15-minute radio show.

Who played the role of Bert Bauer?

Charita Bauer played the role of Bert Bauer.

What year did 'Guiding Light' transition from radio to television?

'Guiding Light' transitioned from radio to television in 1952.

Who played the role of Bill Bauer?

Lyle Sudrow played the role of Bill Bauer.

What was the name of the fictional town where 'Guiding Light' took place?

The fictional town where 'Guiding Light' took place was called Springfield.

What was the relationship between characters Dr. Paul Fletcher and Peggy Scott?

Dr. Paul Fletcher and Peggy Scott were romantically involved.

Who played the role of Peggy Scott?

Adele Ronson played the role of Peggy Scott.

What was the relationship between characters Mike Bauer and Sally Gleason?

Mike Bauer and Sally Gleason were childhood sweethearts.

Who played the role of Sally Gleason?

Rosemary Prinz played the role of Sally Gleason.

What was the name of the wealthy family that often clashed with the Bauers?

The wealthy family that often clashed with the Bauers was the Spauldings.

Who played the role of Brandon Spaulding?

Boris Aplon played the role of Brandon Spaulding.

What was the name of the character who was paralyzed in an accident?

The character who was paralyzed in an accident was Kelly Nelson.

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Also known as

  • The Guiding Light
  • Путеводный свет (Russian Federation)

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