💄 She played a soap opera queen on screen — but her real-life story could be its own series 💔 From battling a muscle disease to overcoming addiction, Suzanne Rogers didn’t just survive Hollywood — she conquered it. The star of Days of Our Lives won hearts as Maggie Horton, but what happened behind the scenes is even more powerful. Full story in the article below 👇
The significant contribution of this American actress with film and TV credits can hardly be overestimated. World-renowned for her long-lasting career in TV, Rogers solidified herself as a towering and distinguished actress after portraying Maggie Horton Kiriakis on «Days of Our Lives» becoming one of the most iconic divas in the history of American soap operas.
It was in 1973 that she first appeared in the show portraying the captivating character while growing from a disabled woman to a powerful businesswoman ultimately becoming the CEO of Titan Industries. She won her first and only Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in the drama series making a name for herself in the industry.
However, her path to success and personal journey were not without challenges and hardship. Not everyone knows that Rogers struggled with alcoholism and the loss of her loved ones making her an enduring figure in the industry. Later, her personal life and career were affected by the diagnosis she received. The actress had myasthenia gravis, a muscle disease, that affected her ability to work.
It is worth noting that Suzanne has also appeared in «Knight Rider», «Little House of the Prairie», «Quincy M.E.» and the like. She has performed in a number of Broadway productions adding to her popularity and recognition as well.
