In Loving Memory of Michael Zaslow: 
November 1, 1944- December 6, 1998 

"He had so much courage and energy, and he had it until his last moment on earth."
Brynn Thayer, People Magazine, December 21, 1998 

* UPDATED DECEMBER 8, 2003 *
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THOSE WERE THE DAYS ... In honor of One Life To Live's 30th anniversary this past July, one of the show's most admired and fondly remembered leading ladies, Brynn Thayer (ex-Jenny), recalls the good old days.  Back when David Renaldi (Michael Zaslow) fell in love with her character, and vice versa, it was a time of romance.  And Jenny's portrayer remembers that time with the warmest of memories.  "I loved the whole falling in love of David and Jenny," she says.  "We had this beautiful remote that we went on to Vienna.  It was really a great time. They had a wonderful love affair."  She reminisces about the days of old, but it wasn't only the romance --- Zaslow's character had great story to tell.  "He was a spy, too!"   Thayer explains.  "So we just had a great time together during that period." -SOAPS IN DEPTH, SEPTEMBER 22, 1998.  

BACKGROUND ... BEFORE DAVID MET JENNY

How, When and Why David Came to Llanview
-These storyline summaries outline David's early days in Llanview, July-September 1983.

"The Sound of Music: The Mysterious Stranger From Dorian's Past Had Llanview Dancing To His Tune"
Soap Opera's Greatest Stories and Stars, December 1983     

Will Dorian Run David Out Of Llanview ?  
-Actual script of pivotal scenes dated July 14, 1983 which featured Viki, Pat, Scott, Herb and David.

David Meets Cassie On Her 17th Birthday
-This transcript from September 1983 features Viki, David, Dorian, Herb and Cassie.

Jenny: "What happened to that man I met, who was so obsessed with music?" David: "He met you, and found a brand-new obsession. "Jenny: "Lucky me". David: "You took the words right out of my mouth." February 1984.
                           
David: "Face it, I've been nothing but trouble for you since the day we met." Jenny: "That's not how I remember it. I remember a talented, incredibly handsome, mysterious composer who came to Llanview to conduct the Philharmonic and find the daughter that he'd lost.  You got a lot more than you bargained for, didn't you?" David: "Yeah, I got a lot more."  Jenny: "Then don't tell me you regret it now."  David: "Oh, I don't regret a thing." Kidnapped in Vienna, April 1986.

David and Jenny's Wedding - June 1, 1984    

"I was very attracted to Brynn Thayer," he says, speaking of his last daytime role as David Renaldi. "She's a wonderful person and pretty to boot."  Michael Zaslow in "Kiss and Tell: When Actors Perform Love Scenes, Sometimes They Don't Have To Fake It", Soap Opera Digest, December 24, 1991.

"Oh, God, I miss him sooo......much!! .... I have to watch 'Guiding Light' periodically to get my shot of Michael Zaslow!"  Brynn Thayer, Pure Soap interview, August 23, 1994.

Biographies:  Brynn Thayer and Michael Zaslow.

Michael Zaslow's Missing Years:  "For nine years, Michael Zaslow played Roger Thorpe on "Guiding Light", a character who terrorized Springfield, and captivated the audience.   One of the most popular actors in daytime's history, Zaslow is now back, as David Reynolds on "One Life To Live." Soap Opera Digest is proud to run Zaslow's exclusive interview with us, where he talks about those missing years, his marriage, child, and the projects now consuming him.   I urge you to read our cover story."    Meredith Brown, Executive Editor, August 2, 1983.

Michael Zaslow: "I Owe Kodak ..."  Soap Opera Stars, May 1985. 

Brynn Thayer: The Peacemaker, Soap Opera Digest, October 16, 1979.  

Brynn Thayer: Is She Just Kathy's Clone?  Daytimers, February 1979.   

Star Tracks -- Life After Soaps: Brynn Thayer  Soap Opera Weekly, April 13, 1993.

Catching Up With Brynn Thayer Soap Opera Magazine, October 14, 1997.

Soaps' Sweethearts: Jenny Wolek [A Mini-History] -- Soap Opera Digest, October 16, 1990.

Robin Strasser: Interviews and News  

"Sleek, sophisticated, debonair ... these are terms anyone would hope to be able to apply to an old lover, and all are apt descriptions of 'One Life To Live's' Michael Zaslow.  In the casting coup of the year, 'One Life' called upon this dynamic actor to portray Dorian's lover of yesterday, David Renaldi -- a man who is as cool as he is passionate and as hot as he is cold.  Zaslow is perfect as the explosive Philharmonic conductor consumed by his grand love -- music ... "   Best Casting in 1983,  Soap Opera Digest, January 17, 1984.

"On 'One Life To Live', Michael's magnetism is steaming up the TV screen ... As a leading man, he projects a subtle, tender sensuality that appeals to women of all ages.  He's both romantic and emotionally sensitive, two qualities that are difficult to find and devastating when encountered."  Soap Opera Digest, October 23, 1984.