AMC was pioneering for its use of "social relevance" storylines. It was the first soap to address controversial topics such as legal abortion, addiction, and AIDS.
The show's title was inspired by a poem Nixon wrote for the opening credits: "The great and the least, the rich and the poor... you are all my children" . Key Characters and Storylines All My Children
Portrayed by Susan Lucci for the show's entire 41-year run, Erica Kane became a global cultural icon. Lucci’s 19 consecutive Emmy nominations before her first win in 1999 remains a legendary moment in television history. AMC was pioneering for its use of "social