Soap Opera Stars with Music Careers: A Comprehensive List

From Tony Braxton to Justin Bieber, these soap opera stars have made a successful career in the music industry.

Susan Lucci

Susan Lucci learned how to sing and dance at a young age and starred in her first soap opera, All My Children, in 1970. She played the role of Erica Kane for over 40 years. Lucci has also dabbled in a music career, releasing her first album in 1992.

“All My Life”

Susan Lucci (born December 23, 1946) is an American actress, television host, author and entrepreneur, best known for portraying Erica Kane on the ABC daytime drama All My Life. The character is considered an icon, and Lucci has been called “Daytime’s Leading Lady” by TV Guide, with New York Times and Los Angeles Times citing her as the highest-paid actor in daytime television. As early as 1991, her salary had been reported as over $1 million a year. In 1996, TV Guide ranked Lucci number 37 on its 50 Greatest TV Stars of All Time list. In 2005, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2006.

Lucci has appeared in a number of music videos, including Lionel Richie’s “Penny Lover” (1984), Toby Keith’s “She’s a Hottie” (2007) and Rey Ruiz’s “Mi Mundo Ideal” (2011). She released her first single, “All My Life”, in 2012.

“A Mother’s Prayer”

As a mother, Susan Lucci knows the power of prayer.

“A Mother’s Prayer” is a song co-written and performed by Lucci, released as a single in 2006. The song is a ballad about the hope that mothers have for their children.

Lucci began her career as an actress on the soap opera All My Children. She played the role of Erica Kane for 41 years, and is widely considered to be one of the most successful soap opera stars of all time. In addition to her work on All My Children, Lucci has appeared in numerous television shows and movies.

Lucci released her memoirs, All My Life: A Memoir, in 2009. In 2014, she released an album of country music songs, titled Translation.

Rick Springfield

While many actors have experimented with music during their careers, only a few have had legitimate success in the music industry. Rick Springfield is one of those few actors. Springfield is an Australian actor and musician who achieved popularity in the early 1980s with his hit single “Jessie’s Girl”.

“Jessie’s Girl”

Rick Springfield was born in Australia and started his career as a soap opera actor, but he is best known for his music. He had a number one hit in 1981 with “Jessie’s Girl” and has continued to tour and release albums throughout the years. While he is not as active in the soap opera world anymore, he remains a popular musician.

“Don’t Talk to Strangers”

In 1982, Springfield released his breakthrough album, “Working Class Dog.” The album’s title track, “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” became a Top 10 hit. Springfield followed up with 1983’s “Success Hasn’t Spoiled Me Yet,” which featured the hits “Affair of the Heart” and “Human Touch.” Throughout the 1980s, Springfield balanced his music career with roles on such daytime dramas as “General Hospital” and “Santa Barbara.”

Jack Wagner

Jack Wagner is an American actor, singer and songwriter, best known for his roles on the soap operas General Hospital and The Bold and the Beautiful. He has also appeared in a number of made-for-television films and movies. Wagner released his self-titled debut album in 1987 and his second album, All I Need, in 1989.

“All I Need”

From his breakout role on Melrose Place to his current gig as Robert Scott on The Bold and the Beautiful, Jack Wagner has been a daytime soap opera staple for decades. But in addition to his acting career, Wagner is also a successful musician, with five studio albums and two Grammy nominations to his name.

In 2010, Wagner released his first album in 16 years, All I Need. The album was produced by David Foster and featured guest appearances by Michael Bolton, Babyface, and former Chicago bandmate Jason Scheff. All I Need was a commercial success, reaching #7 on the Billboard 200 and spawning the hit single “Going Back.”

Jack Wagner is just one of many soap opera stars who have found success in the music industry. Others include Susan Lucci, Ricky Paull Goldin, Tamara Braun, Billy Warlock, and Sean Kanan. Whether they’re singing, songwriting, or producing, these actors have proven that they have serious musical talent.

“Lost in Your Eyes”

Jack Wagner began his acting career in 1983 with a role on the daytime drama “General Hospital.” In 1987, he landed the role of Frisco Jones on the ABC soap “The Edge of Night,” which earned him a Daytime Emmy nomination in 1988. He played Frisco for two years before joining the cast of “General Hospital” in 1989. He remained with “General Hospital” until 1995, when he left to pursue a music career.

Wagner released his self-titled debut album in 1993, which included the No. 1 single “Lost in Your Eyes.” He released two more albums in 1997 and 2001, respectively. His fourth album, “My Music,” was a collection of TV and film themes, including the theme from “Baywatch.”

In recent years, Wagner has made sporadic appearances on television shows like “Two and a Half Men” and “Hot in Cleveland.” He has also starred in several made-for-TV movies, including “The Wedding Planner” (2001) and “Sleigh Ride” (2002).

Kelly Ripa

“Gotta Go My Own Way”

Do you know how many soap opera stars have had music careers? The answer might surprise you. From recognizable names like Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake to more obscure stars like Kelly Ripa and Kevin Bacon, there have been many actors and actresses who have tried their hand at a music career.

Some, like Spears and Timberlake, have found huge success in the music industry, while others, like Ripa and Bacon, have found modest success or none at all. Still, it’s interesting to see how many soap opera stars have dabbled in music over the years.

Here’s a comprehensive list of soap opera stars with music careers:

Britney Spears: After appearing on the soap opera “All My Children” for just one day in 1998, Spears quickly rose to fame as a pop star with hits like “Baby One More Time” and “Oops!… I Did It Again.” She is one of the best-selling artists of all time with over 150 million records sold worldwide.

Justin Timberlake: Timberlake got his start on the soap opera “As the World Turns” before becoming a member of *NSYNC, one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. He has since found solo success with hits like “SexyBack” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” He has also won ten Grammy Awards.

Kelly Ripa: Ripa appeared on “All My Children” for over twenty years before moving on to host “Live with Kelly and Ryan.” She has also released two fitness DVDs and penned a memoir called “I Can’t Believe I Said That.” As far as music goes, she teamed up with Mark Consuelos to release a Christmas album called “Baby It’s Cold Outside” in 2010.

Kevin Bacon: Bacon appeared on the soap opera “Guiding Light” for three years in the early 1980s before finding success as an actor in films like “Footloose” and “A Few Good Men.” He has also dabbled in music over the years, releasing an album called “Forosoco” with his brother Michael in 1997.

“Co-dependent”

It’s not uncommon for celebrities to branch out into different areas of entertainment, and many soap opera stars have found success in the music industry. Here is a comprehensive list of some of the most successful soap opera stars-turned-musicians.

Kelly Ripa: Best known for her role as Hayley Vaughan on “All My Children,” Kelly Ripa has also released two workout DVDs and one album, “Total Request Live.” She has also dabbled in country music, co-writing and singing on the song “Workin’ on a Groovy Thing” with her husband, Mark Consuelos.

Finola Hughes

While she’s probably best known for her roles on GENERAL HOSPITAL and ALL MY CHILDREN, Finola Hughes has also had a very successful career in music, releasing several albums over the years. Let’s take a look at some of the other soap opera stars who have also found success in the music industry.

“All Out of Love”

“All Out of Love” is a song by Australian pop rock band Air Supply released in 1980. The song was written by Graham Russell and Clive Davis. It was released as the second single from the album Lost in Love. The song peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and topped the charts in Australia, Canada and Subsequently, Air Supply became one of the most popular soft rock bands of the 1980s.

“Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”

finola hughes Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now In 1986, Finola Hughes had a No. 1 hit in the U.S. with “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now,” a duet with Starship singer Jeffrey Osborne. The song was featured in the film “Mannequin” and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song.