The character was initially portrayed by child actors Chelsey and Kahley Cuff from 1990 to 1991, Ashley and Jessica Clark from May 22 to November 19, 1992, and Elaine and Melanie Silver from December 24, 1992 to April 22, 1993. Robyn Richards then assumed the role on June 4, 1993 and last appeared on December 24, 2001. In March 2002, after nine years as the character, ABC announced their decision to release Richards from her contract in order to rapidly age the character, with plans to have actress Danica Stewart take over. Stewart debuted on March 13, 2002. However, within months, it was announced that the network had chosen to have Richards stay after Stewart was negatively received by viewers. Stewart departed on July 16, 2002. Richards returned as Maxie on September 3, 2002. Richards had made her final appearance on July 16, 2004.