Scott Macalister Bryce sometimes credited as Scott Bryce, is an American film and television actor. Bryce is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Craig Montgomery on As the World Turns from 1982–1987, 1990–1994 and 2007–2008. He is also known for playing the role of Dr. Cosby on ‘One Life to Live’ in 2006 and 2007. Currently he is set to air as Rupert Lennox on the upcoming season of “The Good Fight”. Soap Opera News/Soap Opera Intel caught up with the talented actor who talked about his time on daytime soap operas, his upcoming gig on ‘The Good Fight’ and more – read below!
Firstly, I must congratulate you on your latest gig – a role on “The Good Fight” which will premiere on February 19th, what can you tell us about your role as Rupert Lennox?
Scott: Thanks. I Play Rupert Lennox. I am a family friend and attorney to Paul Guilfoyle and Bernadette Peter’s family.
2. What can you tease about this upcoming season of The Good Fight?
Scott: If you thought the Bernie Madoff scandal was incredible and you love Christine Baranski [Diane Lockhart], You will LOVE the show.
How did you land the role of Rupert?
Scott: I got the part the usual way by audition.
Currently your IMDB profile only list you for two episodes in the upcoming season of “The Good Fight” – can you say if there will be more?
Scott: I do not know if there will be more this season.
Do you think there will be a season two – what do you think about becoming a series regular?
Scott: I hope so and wouldn’t that be fantastic
And, since leaving the CBS daytime drama, have you kept in touch with your former ATWT co-stars and can you share who?
Scott: I am in touch with Tamara Tunie [ex-Jessica Griffin], who I consider a sister and brian Bloom, a brother. I also saw Michael Swan [ex-Duncan McKechnie] and Finn Carter [ex-Sierra Esteban Reyes] last winter in LA
You also briefly played the role of Dr. Cosby on One Life to Live, can you share what that experience was like for you?
Scott: One Life to Live was great. It was a Fun role and they were lovely people. I also got to reconnect with Larry Carpenter, one of the directors and an old friend.
What are your thoughts on joining any of the remaining daytime sudsers? And, do you have a role in mind that you would love to play?
Scott: I don’t really think about daytime. It’s just another acting gig. No rules any more. I am moving more and more into the production side these days. Writing, directing, producing.
Do people ever call you “Craig” or Dr.Cosby or another character name when they see you in the streets?
Scott: Less and less as I get older, but yes, sometimes they do!
Have you heard that the rights to AMC and OLTL have reverted back to ABC – given that you were once on OLTL, what are your thoughts on that?
Scott: I don’t know what, if any plans the network might have. It is a very tough time for soaps. There was a huge call and I hope the shows that are left remain for years to come.
Well, do you have any other new projects on the horizon for 2017?
Scott: I am just marketing a script for sale and finishing a low budget feature to shoot locally next fall.
So fans what are your thoughts? Are you anxious to see ‘The Good Fight’? Would you like to see Bryce return to daytime? Share your thoughts!
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