"One Life to Live" execs took a hint from the success of "Dallas" and in 1979, they introduced their own brand of western oilmen--the Buchanans. And Bo Buchanan was the playboy of the group.
Robert S. Woods has had onscreen success with countless female partners (many much younger than he, as Bo has been known to rob the cradle). Bo has also had several careers, including soap opera producer and currently, police commissioner.
In 1987, Bob left for "Days of Our Lives," where he played Paul Stewart. He returned the next year and played both Bo and his evil lookalike, Patrick, known to most as Faux Bo.
Bob struck leading-lady gold when he was paired with Hillary B. Smith. Hillary began her daytime career on "As the World Turns" as Margo Hughes. Her unique sense of humor was evident on that show, but really moved into the forefront when she created the role of defense attorney Nora Gannon. Perhaps her most memorable moment was when Nora realized the college boys she was defending really were guilty of rape. She said as much to the jury, causing a mistrial.
Both actors have been rewarded for their superb work on OLTL. Bob won the Emmy for Best Actor in 1983, and Hillary won the Best Actress Emmy in 1994.
