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<p>Susan Lucci was born on December 23, 1946, in Scarsdale, New York. Her birth name is <a href="/biography/susan-lucci">Susan Victoria Lucci</a>. Her father, Victor Lucci, was a building contractor, and her mother, Jeanette Granquist, was a homemaker. Her maternal heritage includes French, Swedish, and German ancestry, while her paternal roots are Italian. During her childhood, Lucci lived in Garden City, New York, alongside her older brother, James Lucci. From a young age, she developed a strong interest in television soap operas.</p>

<h2>Early Passion and Educational Background</h2>

<p>Lucci attended Garden City High School, graduating in 1964. Motivated by her love for storytelling and performance, she pursued a degree in drama at Marymount College in Tarrytown, New York. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in drama in 1968, laying the foundation for her future in the entertainment industry.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough Role in “All My Children”</h2>

<p>Susan Lucci rose to international fame through her portrayal of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erica_Kane">Erica Kane</a> on the ABC daytime soap opera <em>All My Children</em>, a role she held from January 16, 1970, until the show’s conclusion on September 23, 2011. Her dynamic and often controversial character became one of the most iconic in daytime television.</p>

<p>Beginning in 1979, Lucci was nominated almost annually for the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. Despite receiving numerous nominations, she did not win for 18 consecutive years, a fact that gained widespread media attention and even prompted a parody segment when she hosted <em>Saturday Night Live</em>. In a particularly notable 1989 commercial for an artificial sweetener, she humorously channeled her character’s flair by exclaiming, “11 years without an Emmy! What does a person have to do around here to get an Emmy?”</p>

<p>Finally, in 1999, Lucci won the Daytime Emmy, ending her long-standing losing streak. <a href="/biography/shemar-moore">Presenter</a> <a href="/biography/shemar-moore">Shemar Moore</a> declared, “The streak is over,” prompting several minutes of standing ovation. Her co-stars <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcy_Walker">Marcy Walker</a> and <a href="/biography/kelly-ripa">Kelly Ripa</a> were visibly emotional, while <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oprah_Winfrey">Oprah Winfrey</a> cheered from the wings—an iconic moment in television history.</p>

<p>On April 14, 2011, ABC announced the cancellation of <em>All My Children</em>, bringing an end to its 41-year run. Lucci expressed her gratitude for being part of such a legacy but later criticized then-ABC Daytime <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Frons">President</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Frons">Brian Frons</a> for the abrupt cancellation.</p>

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<h2>Television and Film Appearances</h2>

<p>Outside of <em>All My Children</em>, Lucci has appeared in various television and film projects. She had a cameo in the 1982 comedy <em>Young Doctors in Love</em> and portrayed Darya Romanoff in the 1986 miniseries <em>Anastasia: The Mystery of Anna</em>, which earned both Emmy and Golden Globe awards. She also made guest appearances on popular shows such as <em>Dallas</em> and starred in <em>Ebbie</em> (1995), a modern retelling of <em>A Christmas Carol</em>, where she played a department store owner visited by three Christmas ghosts.</p>

<p>In 2014, Lucci made guest appearances in two episodes of the TV comedy <em>Hope & Faith</em>. She also participated in season 7 of <em>Dancing with the Stars</em> in 2008, partnering with professional <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Dovolani">dancer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Dovolani">Tony Dovolani</a>. Although previously declining participation due to filming conflicts with <em>All My Children</em>, Lucci finally joined the competition and finished in sixth place.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Family</h2>

<p>Susan Lucci married Austrian businessman Helmut Huber on September 13, 1969. They have two children: <a href="/biography/liza-huber">daughter</a> <a href="/biography/liza-huber">Liza Huber</a>, born February 22, 1975, and son Andreas Huber, born in 1987. <a href="/biography/liza-huber">Liza</a> followed her mother’s footsteps into soap operas, while Andreas pursued a career in private equity and golf, presently serving as Chief Operating Officer at 3TS Capital Partners.</p>

<p>Lucci became a grandmother in 2006 with the birth of her first grandchild, Royce Alexander. She welcomed three more grandchildren: Brendan in 2008, Hayden Victoria in 2011, and Mason Alexander in 2013. Her grandson Brendan was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at age two, inspiring Lucci to become active in organizations dedicated to helping children with the condition.</p>

<h2>Philanthropy and Social Advocacy</h2>

<p>Lucci is a committed <a href="/biography/susan-lucci">supporter</a> of Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York, an agency that provides adoption and foster care services. Motivated by personal experiences within her family, she also supports several organizations that assist children and families affected by cerebral palsy.</p>

<h2>Entrepreneurship and Memoir</h2>

<p>In addition to acting, Lucci ventured into business with the launch of her own beauty product line, the Susan Lucci Collection, and a fragrance called <a href="/biography/susan-lucci">La Lucci</a> in 1999. She has consistently maintained a strong presence in the beauty and wellness industries.</p>

<p>In 2010, HarperCollins acquired the rights to her autobiography, <em>All My Life: A Memoir</em>. It was released on March 29, 2011, offering an intimate look at her personal and professional journey. The book was overseen by HarperCollins Director of Creative Development, Lisa Sharkey.</p>

<p>Lucci continues to reside in Garden City, New York, with her husband and manager, Helmut Huber. She remains an enduring figure in American entertainment and an advocate for health and humanitarian causes.</p>

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