16 famous actors who got their start in Soap Operas 

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14) Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)
Hayden Panettiere (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)

Hayden Panettiere played Sarah Roberts on One Life to Live from 1994 to 1997. Sarah was a lively and strong-willed child and Panettiere brought natural charm to the role. She joined the soap opera as one of her first major acting jobs. Working on the show helped her learn the basics of acting and develop her confidence. Nine years later, she rose to fame with her role in Heroes in 2006. Her time on One Life to Live gave her early exposure to the industry and it prepared her for bigger roles and helped her grow as an actress.

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