16 famous actors who got their start in Soap Operas 

1) Julianne Moore

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Julianne Moore starred as Frannie and Sabrina Hughes in As the World Turns from 1985 to 1988 where she played dual roles of a sweet, grounded character and her scheming half-sister. The challenging role allowed her to show her range as an actress. Her performance earned her a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Ingenue. This soap opera was one of her earliest acting jobs. Five years later, she gained widespread recognition with The Hand That Rocks the Cradle in 1992. Her time on As the World Turns gave her an essential on-screen experience. It laid the foundation for her successful Hollywood career. Prior to portraying Frannie and Sabrina Hughes in As the World Turns (1985-1988), Moore's earlier roles were limited and did not garner much attention.

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