16 famous actors who got their start in Soap Operas 

15) Alec Baldwin

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Alec Baldwin played Billy Aldrich on The Doctors from 1980 to 1982. Billy was a charming but layered character and Baldwin did his best. The soap opera was one of Baldwin’s first major acting jobs because it gave him a chance to refine his craft and gain on-screen experience. Six years later, he gained widespread recognition with Beetlejuice in 1988. His time on The Doctors taught him the discipline required for a demanding production schedule. Baldwin has often acknowledged the soap opera as a key step in his career.

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