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Angela Bassett's Early Nurse Role Revealed
31 May
Summary
- Angela Bassett's first recurring role was a nurse.
- She played nurse Selina McCulla on 'Search for Tomorrow'.
- The soap opera aired from 1951 to 1986.
Angela Bassett's extensive television career includes playing medical professionals, notably as Catherine Banfield on "ER." However, her acting roots trace back to an earlier role as a nurse on a well-known soap opera.
Bassett's career gained significant traction in 1985 with her role as Selina McCulla in "Search for Tomorrow." This iconic daytime drama, which concluded in 1986 after a 35-year run, captivated audiences with its continuous dramatic storylines.
Her involvement in the series encompassed an eight-episode arc during the mid-1980s. As Selina, a dedicated nurse, she managed the Riverfront Clinic, guided a young volunteer, and oversaw a persistent patient.
