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Fans snap photos as the 'Cruisin' Boozin' & Schmoozin'' boat trip heads out from Marco RIver Marina on Sunday afternoon. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.

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Fans snap photos as the "Cruisin' Boozin' & Schmoozin'" boat trip heads out from Marco RIver Marina on Sunday afternoon. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.

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  • The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity. Natalie Acosta came all the way from Argentina for the event.
  • Scott Evans, Det. Oliver Fish on OL2L, signs autographs aboard the Marco Island Princess. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Billy Magnussen of ATWT signs autographs Saturday night. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Actor Billy Magnussen poses with Frankie Bianca and Troy Porter Saturday night. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Eric Sheffer-Stevens and Meredith Hagner acted as celebrity bartenders Saturday night. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Actress Marnie Schulenburg chats with fans John Chanbrone and Charlie Funk.
  • The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Susie Walsh plucked gardenias from her garden to set off her outfit for the big event Saturday night. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Daytime stars in the sky - the actors wave as their 'Cruisin' Boozin' & Schmoozin'' boat heads out Sunday afternoon. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Fans snap photos as the 'Cruisin' Boozin' & Schmoozin'' boat trip heads out from Marco RIver Marina on Sunday afternoon. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Karen Young and her husband hosted the party for the stars Friday evening at their Marco home. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Austin Peck of 'As the World Turns' gives it his all, acting an improvised scene with fan Sandi Baudin. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Frank Garbarino of Eden Florida gets in a silent auction bid. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Actress Marnie Schulenberg from As the World Turns reacts to questions during a panel discussion Saturday evening at Bistro de Soleil. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Austin Beverage of Marco Island had the top bid for the chance to perform a scene with Meredith Hagner and Terri Colombine at Bistro de Soleil Saturday evening. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Meredith Hagner of 'One Life to Live' auctions the painting she created with an autistic child to raise money to combat autism.
  • Pat Berry, founder of Soapfest, relaxes on the Marco Island Princess after organizing another successful weekend. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Actors Ellen Dolan and Walt Willey are joined onstage by Frankie Bianca to auction off his painting. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to Marco Island over the weekend to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
  • Austin Peck of 'As the World Turns' brings intensity to all he does, including serving as a celebrity bartender at CJ's on the Bay Saturday night. The 12th annual Soapfest brought some of the leading lights of daytime drama to mingle with fans and raise money for charity.
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Against this uncertain backdrop, the world of soap operas came to Marco Island. This weekend marked the 12th annual SoapFest Charity Weekend, giving fans a chance to rub elbows with 17 of their favorite soap stars. Cast members from “All My Children,” “As the World Turns,” “One Life to Live,” and “The Young and the Restless” made the trip.

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