For Erika's 25th anniversary on One Life to Live in 1996, Stephen Schofield and I spent weeks reviewing 25 years of Fan Club newsletters, gathering memorable highlights from her career and personal life. We also invited friends and colleagues throughout the entertainment industry to contribute personal messages of congratulations. Nancy Richardson assisted during the early stages, while Kit Swanson Williams edited the submissions and oversaw the binding of the finished hardcover book.
On March 17, 1996, Erika and Brian welcomed Kit and me into their home, where we presented Erika with the completed tribute. She was deeply touched and affectionately referred to it simply as “The Book.” We also presented her with a silver tray commemorating her 25 years on One Life to Live.
Erika's 25-year milestone also received coverage in the press. Read the 1996 article Slezak Honored for 25 Years of Work for another look at this special anniversary.
