All My Children: Who's Going to L.A.?

Susan Lucci moves with AMC
ABC
Susan Lucci will be  moving to LA with the show.

Weeks ago, All My Children announced that starting January 4, production of the show will move from New York City to Los Angeles. What was not known was which cast members were making the move -- until now.

 

Susan Lucci, who has played Erica Kane since the show's debut in 1970, will be going! She'll be joined by most of her castmates, including Cameron Mathison (Ryan) and Michael E. Knight (Tad).

 

For the complete list of what actors are staying and going -- including some quotes from the actors -- view our gallery.

 

We should note that Alicia Minshew, who plays Kendall, will start her maternity leave in November 2009 (she'll continue to air into December).

 

Thorsten Kaye, who plays Zach Slater, will not be relocating to Los Angeles. Ray MacDonnell -- AMC's other original cast member -- has decided to retire from acting. His character, Joe Martin, may appear occasionally, depending on storyline needs and actor availability.

 

Comments (140)

Mon, Dec 13 - 5:38 pm

I'm so upset about Zach!! I'd like to know if he's leaving because he didn't want to move to LA or if they're writing him off for some stupid reason. Hope they bring him back to life like they did, let's see who.... Jessie, Adam (in a way), David, Greenlee... and who ever else I can't recall or don't know. My vote is for Zach to remain!!!!!!!!!!

Thu, Jan 21 - 12:00 pm

I love Zach and Kendall together,they are the main reason I watch AMC. I hope that Kendall will return to AMC after her maternity leave. If not, it would be really nice to see Zach and Kendall in Llandview!

Mon, Jan 04 - 3:39 pm

Sorry to hear that Zach is leaving. Wish it were Kendall as I just can't STAND her! Since I record AMC every day, I always fast forward through her scenes as I can't take her whining. Maybe a new actress is in order for her part? Also, I wish the writers would come up with some story lines above the level of a 10-year old. Grammar is just AWFUL! Most need to learn usage of an object of a preposition.

Wed, Dec 30 - 12:41 pm

i'm guessing that when Zach and Kendall left for their trip, something's going to happen to zach :'( and that was probably his last episode!! can't believe it! i think that it's the worst thing that can happen to the show have thorsten leave... he is my FAVOURITE male on the show! and i LOVE him and alicia together... she is returning after her maternity leave though.... right? (yn)

Tue, Dec 29 - 10:31 pm

May be Thorsten will be signed back on OLT again and him and his wife can be on the same show again. I loved it when they played together before. Hopefully but what ever he chooses, I wish him the best.
But AMC is the big loser in the whole move.

Tue, Dec 29 - 10:28 pm

I Love AMC and some days I hate it. I have watched it from day one. It is nice that they are getting a bigger set in LA, But it STINKS that Thorsten will not be in the show any longer. I loved to watch him on the show and it will now be the same with out him. I am sorry to see Ray MacDonnell leaving the show also. I really wish that Cameron had left instead of Thornsten. Time will tell if I remain a fan and continue watching the show or now. I think too many have been axed from the show. I was sad to see Zach's exit today. I wish Thorsten well and hope to see him acting again real soom.
Farewell to all my favorites who did not continue on with AMC You will be missed ALOT!

Mon, Dec 21 - 8:55 pm

Everyone Loves Zach!! AMC will not be the same without him... I hope he changes his mind and goes with them!!!! PLEASE :)

Thu, Dec 10 - 11:26 pm

hearin that zach is leaving..makes me not want to watch the show...the days that they don't show zach and kendall as much..i don't even pay attention!!! They are the main reason i watch..and zach could never be replaced with anyone better!! :) I like other people in the show too...but zach leaving is my biggest dissapointment!! :(

Sat, Dec 05 - 1:55 pm

OK....Aidan being turned into an idiot and kidnapping Kendall just so they can write out Aiden Turner's character is beyond dumb, and I, for one, am SOOOO mad at AMC for this....but, Zach & Kendall are AMC's super couple! I know that Mr. Kaye's love is working on OLTL as Marty and they have children, so I understand his desire to keep the family together. I will miss him ALOT on AMC, but hey, OLTL, can you hire him back so I can still see my "Zach"??????

Sat, Dec 05 - 4:08 am

Hiya Honeys, I agree..I love Zach and Kendall and Jake and Amanda, they are the only reasons that I watch, anymore. I do wish that the Writer's could have Zach and Kendall move to Llanview on OLTL, and open a Casino there. I also want Jake and Amanda back together, David is sick and has done such bad things to people. He should be put in Jail!! Love, Poppyxoxo

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