The Gays Go All the Way in Daytime

Without any warning or drama, As the World Turns took an unexpected turn this week and went where no soap opera—and few primetime shows—has dared: showing two post-coital men.

Published Jan. 13 2009 2:45AM EST

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As the World Turns took an unexpected turn this week and went where no soap opera—and few primetime shows—has dared: showing two post-coital men.

On June 1, 2007, the character of Noah Mayer made his first appearance on As the World Turns, the daytime drama that has aired daily since 1956....

Henry Seltzer

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The Gays Go All the Way in Daytime

Without any warning or drama, As the World Turns took an unexpected turn this week and went where no soap opera—and few primetime shows—has dared: showing two post-coital men.

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Henry Seltzer