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One Life To Live's Martson Let Go! (Updated!)

Friday, November 09 2007


Nathaniel Martson (ABC)
Updated on November 8, 2007:

In light of the legal issues surrounding Nathaniel Martson's (Michael McBain) arrest, an ABC rep told Soaps.com that Nathaniel has officially been let go from the show and explained, "Nathaniel Marston has been a valuable member of the cast of One Life to Live bringing Michael McBain to life for legions of fans. He leaves the show with our sincere appreciation for his many contributions and our support as he addresses personal challenges. We wish him well."

Although the show has yet to comment on a recast, Soaps.com will keep you posted if - or when a decision is announced. In any case, Soaps.com wishes Nathaniel well!

Updated on October 25, 2007: Since posting the article below on October 24, 2007, Soaps.com has received word from Lauri Hogan from ABC Media Relations issuing a new statement in regards to Nathaniel's situation, "We are reviewing the matter internally, and until completion of the review we have taken Nathaniel off of the schedule."

In light of the current situation regarding One Life to Live’s Nathaniel Martson’s (Michael McBain) arrest after an alleged attack on three bystanders in midtown Manhattan on October 20, 2007 at 4:50 a.m, Soaps.com wanted to reach out to the fans and let them know where things stand concerning not only the show, but Nathaniel himself.

Out of respect for Nathaniel, we were able to contact both ABC and Nathaniel’s rep for a comment to which they relayed…

"We are aware of the incident and are reviewing the details." – Lauri Hogan, ABC Media Relations

“I would like to thank all the amazing people who have sent their support and well wishes to Nathaniel. I have spoken to him and passed on your kind thoughts, and please know that he was very, very appreciative of all the good will and support sent his way. I hope you all understand that I have to respect his privacy and can't comment on the situation at this time. I'll keep you updated as much as I can as soon as I can, but until then I will continue to pass along your good wishes.” – Rep from Nathan's Official Website

Soaps.com wants to send our thoughts to both Nathaniel and the show and hope that others give them the space and privacy needed to resolve this matter.

Although we don’t presume to know the details that led to this event, we recognize that there are many people out there, both in and out of the public eye, who don’t know where to turn when life takes its toll… We encourage those who are struggling with personal issues and who feel lost to consult a professional and find your way back home…


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USER COMMENTS

Posted by Lynnae at Wednesday, October 24 2007 09:31 AM

Nathaniel Martson (Michael McBain) well be in my Prayers.

Posted by marcalfan at Wednesday, October 24 2007 10:23 AM

Hey guys it's up to Frank Valentini apparently...So we need to write andemail Frank the letter!


frank.valentini@abc.com



Another castmate reports that co-star Kathy Brier is taking his arrest hard. "Kathy plays his wife, and they've been each other's [on-screen] love interest for years. They are great friends, and she is very upset."

Marston's future hangs with executive producer Frank Valentini.

"Frank treats everyone here like his own family," says the first source. "He loves the story line that Nathaniel is working on ... but he feels like this was a dangerous episode that cannot happen again. If Nathaniel gets to stay on the show, it is likely he would be required to enter a treatment program."

Marston denied the charges.

"I was attacked by three people," he declared, adding he "was happy to see the police," and "was mistakenly taken into custody as the attacker."



Recently a horrible incident has occurred and has put our fave soap star Nathaniel Marston in jeopardy! We are trying to show support and keep him in Llanview! Please keep this email going and repost! Show your support for Nathaniel! Thanks! Janine & Stephanie

Please copy and paste this and email it to Frank Vanentini.....


frank.valentini@abc.com





Dear Mr. Valentini
I am an ABC soap fan and I have been watching the soaps for years! I never
miss a day! Recent events have come to light for Nathaniel Marston, Dr.
Michael McBain on OLTL. I want you to know that I support him 100% and
realize that this must have been a huge mistake and misunderstanding.
Please keep Nathaniel on the show and realize that he is a valuable asset to
OLTL. The show is nothing without him and he is one of the most talented
actors that has graced the cast of the show and he must not be fired!!!!
Another actress from GH has recently made headlines and she has not lost her
job and is still on the show, why should Nathaniel suffer while another
actress just gets a slap on the wrist? Again, I must insist that you
support Nathaniel and keep him on the show! You will have millions of
unhappy fans should you let this talented actor slip from your grasp.

Regards,
(Insert your name here)

ABC SOAP FAN

Posted by wvoutlaw59 at Wednesday, October 24 2007 09:06 PM

frank.valentini@abc.com





Dear Mr. Valentini
I am an ABC soap fan and I have been watching the soaps for years! I never
miss a day! Recent events have come to light for Nathaniel Marston, Dr.
Michael McBain on OLTL. I want you to know that I support him 100% and
realize that this must have been a huge mistake and misunderstanding.
Please keep Nathaniel on the show and realize that he is a valuable asset to
OLTL. The show is nothing without him and he is one of the most talented
actors that has graced the cast of the show and he must not be fired!!!!
Another actress from GH has recently made headlines and she has not lost her
job and is still on the show, why should Nathaniel suffer while another
actress just gets a slap on the wrist? Again, I must insist that you
support Nathaniel and keep him on the show! You will have millions of
unhappy fans should you let this talented actor slip from your grasp.

Regards,
Kelly Bennett

ABC SOAP FAN

Posted by BillyDelyon at Sunday, October 28 2007 06:38 PM

You'll be in our thoughts big guy......

Posted by DEBBY B. at Wednesday, October 31 2007 08:10 PM

Mr. Valentini:

Nathaniel Marston is a very important part of OLTL. He is an excellent actor and I hope that this misunderstanding he had won't cost him his job. Please give him another chance, we would miss him so much.

Posted by pnchc at Thursday, November 08 2007 03:29 PM

frank valentini
im an ABC soap fan and i think nathaniel mastron is a great actor and i think that the fireing is going to realy cause great stress on kathy brier and as hard as she is takeing it is not good for her storyline.
please try to reconsider giving him another chance providing he goes in to a treatment center with out him playing dr mickeal mcbain the show will never be the same.
and to the fan who question why the other actress on GH
got off and still is on the soap and why nathaniel mastron has ben let go.
our kristen storms/ maxie did not harm any one thank god.
as to nathaniel mastron, he did a lot of physical bodily harm to three people breaking one man's leg and injuring
two others. his charges are legal charges and plus he's facing seven years plus one year in prison for fighting off his arrest, and all this is way more serious then driving drunk because three injured people were involved.
but hopefuly the jug will send him to a treatment center to get help on working on his anger.
i want nathaniel mastron to know that i stand behind him and support him 100% and i wish him all the best and he's in my prayers.

an abc oltl fan.

Posted by wheezer816 at Thursday, November 08 2007 04:22 PM

I can't believe they let him go! I love the couple of Michael and Marcy and Nathaniel is an awesome actor. The studio should be standing behind him in his time of need, and, yes, assuring that he gets treatment, but to just drop him is heartless. The fans want Nathaniel!!!!

Posted by Yaasmiyn at Friday, November 09 2007 06:08 AM

I sent Fank Valentini an e-mail and i hope NM keeps his job.

Posted by shepmajor at Friday, November 09 2007 10:56 AM

I heard somewhere that the charges against him were dropped?

?????????

*confused*

Posted by Amy Mistretta (Admin) at Friday, November 09 2007 10:59 AM

Hi shepmajor,

I haven't heard anything about that yet. In any case, he will be missed

Have a great weekend!
Amy
OLTL Editor

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