1982 (#31) - Traci's line problems and the dream come true of singing with Danny

Even the youngest of John's daughters, Traci, decided to stay in Genoa city, to the joy of her father, following the arrival for Jack's wedding. John, in fact, hoped that Traci would be able to enroll at a prestigious university, but in the end her choice to enrol at the less high-profile Genoa City University makes John happy anyway, so he can be close to his daughter. In fact, Traci's decision is essentially due to Danny's presence in the city, of which she is a fierce supporter. Traci, a very different girl from her older sister being more shy and introverted, is a much more problematic and rebellious girl than Ashley. The first problem, for Traci, is her body shape; Traci feels ugly and doesn't accept herself for what she is. Luckily for her, however, Traci meets a valuable friend in Angela, who helps her in her goal of losing weight and becoming more attractive. Angela, who worries Robert quite a bit when she runs away from home, since Robert is afraid that she might end up in the Golden Touch prostitution ring, soon starts attending Jona's, taking Traci with her. Traci soon stands out for her love for Danny and is unanimously elected president of Danny's fan club after Patty, now married, resigns from the role. Traci gets to know Danny and highlights his magnificent singing skills; the girl literally amazes the rock star, who decides to have her perform in front of the audience during one of his concerts. Impressed by the young girl's voice, Danny decided to let her join the band, which leaves a very happy Traci speechless. She realizes her dream as a child and soon develops a crush on Danny, with whom she falls madly in love. Meanwhile, Gina Romalotti, Danny's older sister, returns home. The boy, as soon as he sees her, closes the door in his face, but to the woman's demands he finally gives in. It turns out that Gina has just come out of prison, where she has been locked up for five years, being a long time scammer. Danny wouldn't want anything to do with her, but having no courage to kick her out of the house, not having any property, he decides to take her in. Right from the start, Gina takes an interest in Danny's business and life, congratulating him both on his success as a singer and on his acquaintance with Traci, an Abbott and therefore a great economic potential for them.