Whatever Happened To The Cast Of As The World Turns?

Kathryn Hays originated the role of Kim Sullivan in 1972, and her poignant portrayal made Kim one of “As The World Turns” most beloved heroines. Kim came in like a wrecking ball as she fell for and had an affair with her sister’s husband, Bob Hughes (Don Hastings). The legendary Irna Phillips felt Kim could be more than a stereotypical homewrecker and expanded her characterization. Hays gave the new direction her all and portrayed Kim with warmth, sensitivity, and compassion, traits that came to define Kim for generations of viewers. Kim’s marriage to Bob in 1985 brought the characters full circle, and Bob and Kim became the stable foundation that Oakdale rested on. The pair weathered many storms together, including Kim’s stalking, Bob’s affair with Susan Stewart (Marie Masters), and life-threatening health issues. The final episode saw Kim and Bob preparing for Bob’s retirement as Kim told Bob (and misty-eyed viewers) to take as much time as he needed to say “goodnight” but not goodbye. In the soap’s final scene, Bob turned out the lights in his office and told us goodnight as the camera focused on a spinning globe.

Kathryn Hays passed away on March 25, 2022, at age 87. On November 17, 2022, Her daughter, Sherri Mancusi, joined several of Hay’s long-time co-stars and friends, including Don Hastings and Eileen Fulton (Lisa Grimaldi), on a tribute episode of “The Locher Room,” where they shared stories and paid homage to the iconic actress.