Lauren took over the role of Samantha in 1985, following Ronit Arnoff.

Marlena was very happy with her new babies. Here she holds Sami when she was just a few months old.

Stefano kidnapped Eric and Samantha when they were just a few months old. Marlena was lucky enough to get to visit them occassionally. She couldn't believe how big they were. {Photo courtesy Jennifer Tse}

Alice and Tom took Sami and Eric for Marlena. It was hard for her to say goodbye. {Photo courtesy Jennifer Tse}

Stefano planned to have the twins taken to Caracus. At the last minute, Bo came and got the kids back. He and Marlena escaped with the children together. Marlena held Sami in the front seat. Sami looked so cute in the car, moving her head back and forth. {1985} {Photo courtesy Jennifer Tse}

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