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Soap Veteran Alimi Ballard Returns to Daytime Drama
2 Sep
Summary
- Alimi Ballard joins General Hospital as William Baines.
- Ballard began his acting career on the soap opera Loving.
- He aims to bring decades of experience back to daytime.
Alimi Ballard will soon appear on General Hospital as William Baines, with his debut scheduled for Thursday, September 3rd. Ballard's acting journey commenced in the daytime soap opera realm, starting with his role on "Loving" in 1993, followed by a transition to "The City." He reflected on his early career, highlighting the foundational acting experience and the profound impact of working alongside veteran actress Debbi Morgan, who taught him about professional dedication and emotional depth.
Following his departure from soaps in 1996, Ballard achieved recognition in primetime with roles in "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" and "Numb3rs," alongside appearances in "Criminal Minds" and "Law & Order." He acknowledged the challenging periods in his career, including times of financial instability and the need for resilience. Now, with over 30 years in the industry, Ballard is returning to daytime television, bringing his extensive acting expertise back to the genre that first gave him his start.
