Hey guys. For years, Steve Frame has been a contributor to Soap Opera Network, often shedding light on the rich history of soap operas. Also, for a time, he managed a website that paid homage to soaps. I received an email this morning from Steve's roommate Gil, who wanted the following to be shared with Steve's friends. Steve had a major stroke the other day. His son found him in his room and rushed him to the hospital. He is completely paralyzed on his left side and, for now, can barely speak. According to Gil, he managed to sit up for a while yesterday and "looked better than he had in the last few days." Gil said Steve is very depressed but that his doctor said if he works at his physical therapy, he can pretty much do all that he did before. I'll let you all know when I hear more.

Very sorry to hear that, please sent along our best wishes for a speedy recovery to Steve via Gil.

Oh wow! All my best to Steve and Gil for working through this recovery. I want Steve back and sharing his incredible knowledge of history with us asap.

I'm sorry to hear that. He always had such amazing insights into the history of many soaps, you could always count on him for facts mixed with memories. I will keep him in my thoughts.

Awwwww. Not Steve!

I hope he gets better! I miss him being around.

I am extremely saddened by these news. I hope he recovers soon! I will keep him in my thoughts.

Omg Sending some prayers his way.

This is terrible. I really hope Steve makes a full recovery really soon. I will keep him in my prayers.

I'm so sorry to hear this about Steve, however, encouraged that he is getting help and seems to be responding well. Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery. I'm praying for you, Steve.

I am saddend to hear about Steve. I know he had other medical problems. The last I talk to Steve was on his board. I remember him saying he felt tired. Hope to see you on here posting again Steve. You are still very young Steve...you can make a full recovery...we all here at SON are praying for your quick recovery! Stay positive Steve!!

I was so sad to hear this news today!

I count Steve as one my internet buddies. He has helped me so much with avatars and banners. He made two sets of character cards to use when I was writing a blog/fan fiction.He'd do it without me asking! I know he has helped many others too.

My prayers and thoughts are with you,Steve! Get well SOON!!!!!

Oh wow, I wish him a speedy and full recovery, I always enjoy his posts, and I get tickled when he gets fed up with our newbie knowledge and grasp of soaps' history. All my best!

I'm sad to hear this. Thanks for sharing the news with us. I hope Steve recovers real quick! Get well, man!

I'm so sad to hear this. Steve has always been one of my faves here and on other boards, including his. Here's hoping to a speedy recovery! I'll be thinking of him.

This is awful news to hear! Steve was always one of my favorites at SON. He has great observations and knows so much about the history of soaps. He's a great, very caring guy as well. I wish you a speedy recovery Steve and can't wait until you return to SON! Best Wishes