 In 2010, Cooper said she was called in by producer John Conboy for the role, who thought she was "such a good actress" and "hoped she would be interested in daytime".The actress signed a three-year contract and expected to depart after its expiration, but became a crucial character.Beverly Garland substituted for Cooper in the role in January 1981 for a few days when she fell ill. Gisele MacKenzie briefly substituted for Cooper for six episodes in August 1986. Cooper also appeared as Katherine on "The Bold and the Beautiful" for two episodes on October 31 and November 1, 2005.