Interesting to learn that Alexandra Moltke's husband had to arrive at the studio with a court order, in order for Alex to be released from her work on the show.
That doesn't surprise me in the least - you know DC.
I'd always wondered if she'd just left one day and telephoned to tell the front office she wasn't coming back.
Chances are that if it had happened nowadays it would be all over the soap and maybe even the normal press. It would certainly be in the trades like Variety and on TV shows like
Entertainment Tonight and
Extra. But back then details were kept more under wraps - not one article that dealt with her departure (and there were many) mentions a court order or even hints at legal issues.
Ron does say here that it was a conflict with Dan that led to his own departure from the writing staff.
No surprise there either.
This is a fascinating tape. Thank you again, Doctor and K-9, for sharing it!
I downloaded it yesterday but I haven't had the opportunity to listen yet. But like you, I'm sure I'll find it fascinating. Thanks for for sharing it, Doctor and K-9.
Chances are few people are even aware of all of what Sproat had to say back then, which makes the recording a real gem in fandom.