Eileen Davidson originated the role of Jabot Cosmetics executive Ashley Abbott on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS in 1982. She departed the show in 1989 and returned in 1999. From 2007-2008, Davidson starred as Ashley Abbott on the daytime drama series "The Bold and the Beautiful." In October, 2008 she re-joined the "Y&R" cast. Davidson was nominated for a Daytime Emmy in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2003. She was also nominated for a Soap Opera Award for Favorite Return in 1999.

In 1998, she made daytime television history for portraying five characters at one time on "Days of Our Lives," and was honored with a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performances. She previously portrayed Kelly Capwell on the daytime drama "Santa Barbara." Davidson also starred in the primetime television series "Broken Badges" and the telefilm "Sharing Richard" with Ed Marinaro.

Her feature film credits include starring roles in "Eternity" with Jon Voight and Armande Asssante, "Easy Wheels" with Paul Le Mat, and the horror film cult favorite "House on Sorority Row."

Davidson's first novel, "Death in Daytime," debuted in November, 2008. Her second novel, "Dial Emmy for Murder," was released in June, 2009, and her third novel, "Diva Las Vegas," came out in 2010. She recently released her fourth book, entitled, "Swingin' in the Rain."

Davidson is also the spokesperson for the "Nubrilliance" micro dermabrasion system and has also been the spokesperson for the renowned skincare product Prevage from Elizabeth Arden and Allergan. A Southern California native, she lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Vincent Van Patten; her son, Jesse; and two stepsons, Duke and Vinny. When Davidson is not working, she surfs, snow skies and scuba dives. She also plays piano, paints and enjoys writing.