Susan Lucci loved playing Erica Kane

Susan Lucci has reacted to the announcement that one ABC’s long-running soap operas, All My Children, is coming to an end.

“It’s been a fantastic journey,” Lucci said in a statement.

“I loved playing Erica Kane and working with [show creator] Agnes Nixon and all the incredible people involved with All My Children. I’m looking forward to all kinds of new and exciting opportunities.”

Lucci, 64, has played the character since 1970.

In 1999, the actress won the Daytime Emmy for the role after being passed over 18 times.