General Hospital
General Hospital’s Michael Easton Delivers the ‘Power Performance of the Week’
Last week over several episodes, General Hospital, handed the ball to one of their longstanding MVP’s Michael Easton (Finn), and he took it all the way in for a touchdown. The backdrop was the lead up to, and then the heartbreaking death of Finn’s father, Gregory Chase (played by Gregory Harrison), and its aftermath.
Through it all, Easton gave every scene its weight, made every scene compelling, and brought us, and we are certain many viewers, to tears throughout it. There is no question come Emmy-time 2025, this is one of the performances that must be remembered, and Michael has the scenes for his reel to back that up.
The set-up was coming off of Finn’s brother, Chase’s (Josh Swickard) wedding to Brook Lynn Quartermaine (Amanda Setton). Gregory asked the nuptials be a bit fast-tracked to ensure he could be present for it, for he was suffering from the illness for which there is no cure, ALS. At the wedding reception, Finn slipped and took a sip of a glass of champagne, which began to break his seven years of sobriety.
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Once back from the reception, Finn and his dad, have the ultimate father/son talk, knowing they are on borrowed time. Finn and Gregory have also had a very strained relationship at one point; due to both’s involvement with Jackie Templeton. But with all that behind them, and in the present, Gregory was able to tell Finn how proud he was of him, and Finn said the same to his dad. There were tears, we all bawled, and then it was time to get Gregory ready for bed. Due to his symptoms from ALS, Gregory needs help getting undressed. Finn helps out his dad, before telling him goodnight. Gregory flashes back to his life and seemingly falls asleep, but he never wakes up.
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The next morning, Finn finds him cold and dead in his bed and sits on the floor at his dad’s bedside and weeps. Overwhelmed and alone, Finn pours himself a drink from the bottle left as a gift by the Cerullos. He has now lost his sobriety, completely. Things get even tougher for Finn when his daughter, Violet (Jophielle Love) comes home from school and he has to tell her that her grandfather died. He also had to call his brother, who was about to leave on his honeymoon, and tell him the bad news.
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After having a bit more to drink, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) stops by and they have an argument over his drinking and his unwillingness to let her take Violet with her for the night, which puts a strain in their relationship. Later, when Chase and Brook Lynn show up they can both see that Finn hit the bottle. When Chase finally gets some one-on-one time with his brother, he is able to get through to him.
While mourning the loss of his father, Finn realizes he needs to get cleaned up and get to a meeting. For Finn, as he recounted, having to witness the paramedics taking Gregory’s lifeless body with them was something no son wants to see and was more they could bear.
It was all heart-wrenching, beat by beat. Easton gave us all the layers and complexities and took us inside what Finn was feeling and how he was trying to cope with this terrible loss and tragedy. For all of these reasons, and those cited above, Michael Fairman TV names Michael Easton’s work, the Power Performance of the Week.
Now let us know, do you agree with our pick of Michael Easton for his work on GH for ‘Power Performance’ honors? And what moment from the episodes discussed above really brought you to tears the most? Comment below.
Easton was very good this week, but the honor should go to Jophielle who acts on sophisticated level beyond her years. The best scene of the week was the heartfelt conversation between Ned and Lois – capturing 30 years of history in an open and meaningful discussion.
Michael’s work this week was amazing and made me choke up!
He was so suddle yet u could see the pain Finn was in , it was heartbreaking and Michael Easton was so good, everyone all around was great.
Michael Easton was amazing. The tears flowed and my heart ached watching Finn’s pain. Most definite an award worthy performance.
Michael was amazing. my heart was breaking for him. Tears flowed. Excellent Acting!
He was absolutely great
Always a terrific actor. Glad he had a storyline to exhibit his great talent. All performers on GH are truly fantastic at their craft. Little Violent wb the next Disney star like Zendaya was.
Michael swung for the fences, and the ball went to the parking lot!! He was superb, and Miss Jophielle was right there with him!! They were BOTH spectacular! Bravo!!
Being 7yr recovering alcoholic. I can totally relate to his Jaw Dropping after taking a sip of the Champagne. My jaw dropped at the same time. I lost our youngest son tragically 03/13/2020. Not to covid but to suspicious overdose, of Fentanyl, Xylazine and Cocaine, that is still under investigation. Anyway, at no point did I even consider challenging my sobriety. But I do understand Finns. Especially with there history and the night before talk, and both making Amends. As alcoholics we ate taught the “STOP” before taking that drink. He savored the thought before, by smelling the cork, and alcohol inside, along with that pour. Grief is very real, and very powerful at that moment. I think it’s important for the writers to have written the scene as they did, to show how easy it is to slip. Then to have family there, to walk him through his actions and to support him to get to a meeting. We’ll Done GH writers
Michael Easton gets my vote! He has been a fabulous strong doctor for so long, I was surprised that GH took him in this direction, although I’m well aware of his addiction and his supportive relationship with Nancy Grahn’s character.
Yes i agree! He did an awesome job! I was in tears. So sad! I wish they didnt have him die on the night of the wedding.
Great job Michael!
Great performance
Michael and Anna on GH should win.
General Hospital
THIS WEEK on General Hospital: Anna Tries to Get Evidence on Valentin; But Will Her Love for Him Get in the Way?
In previews for the action this week on General Hospital, it looks like things may be reaching a critical point for Jason (Steve Burton), Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart), among others.
Valentin has been running Pikeman, Anna suspects it and wants to find die-hard evidence against him, but she is conflicted because she still loves the guy. Will she be able to stay the course and figure out all that Valentin had perpetrated including switching out Sonny’s meds?
In the latest promo for the ABC soap opera, Jason shares, “I’m running out of time.” He wants to go to Cates (Adam J. Harrington), but Anna wants him to hold up a minute, when she says, “I’m having dinner with Valentin,” adding “I will get the evidence we need.” But can she? Will she?
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At the recent 51st annual Daytime Emmy Awards Michael Fairman TV caught up with Finola Hughes to ask her at this present time, just how does Anna feel about her ex, Valentin Cassadine? To which she replied, “There’s a lot of conflict. C’mon, what does she do? She loves him, but he’s been lying .. again. We’ll see. It’s been really nicely written, so I think you (the fans) will enjoy it.”
Also this week in official teasers from GH:
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024
Mac Scorpio returns! Cody confides in Tracy. Stella encourages Chase. Alexis gets big news. Natalia and Sonny bond. Brook Lynn ponders her options
THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2024
Carly warns Jason. Sam is livid. Finn lashes out. Nina confides in Maxie. Gio learns more about Trina.
FRIDAY , JUNE 21, 2024
Jason faces a big decision. Carly makes a shocking realization. Maxie and Spinelli are concerned. Sam is on the warpath. Tracy fields an emergency.
Now below check out this week’s promo for GH, followed by our chat with Finola. Do you want to see Anna and Valentin to get back together? Do you hope Valentin pays for his crimes? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
General Hospital
Bryan Craig Wishes General Hospital’s Maurice Benard ‘Happy Father’s Day’; Is He Trolling Us … or is This the Ultimate Return Tease?
Sunday is Father’s Day, and it’s the time when many soap stars and celebrities take to social media to give love and shout outs to their dads.
In an another post that got General Hospital fans to take notice, two-time Daytime Emmy-winner Bryan Craig (ex-Morgan Corinthos) dropped a blast from the past photo of himself alongside Maurice Benard (Sonny). Accompanying the photo, Bryan wrote: ‘Happy Father’s Day” Maurice Benard.
The post on X comes on the heels of a previous response by Craig to a post on Frank Valentini’s (executive producer, General Hospital) comment to On the Red Carpet, where he revealed that this summer, “A former cast member is coming back. And I think that the audience will go crazy for HIM.” In response, Craig teased, “Who could it be…”
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Now on Sunday responses to Craig’s post were met with varied responses from GH fans from “Stop playing with us” to “Now you’re just trolling us, lol. We really need you back right now.” Still others took it as a potential confirmation that Craig is the mystery man on his way back to General Hospital stating, “I hope you’re going to back to GH!” to “Can’t wait!”
Craig last appeared on GH from 2013-2016 and made a brief return in 2018. Since departing GH, Bryan has appeared in numerous TV and film projects including: Freeform’s Good Trouble and ABC’s Grand Hotel.
So, is Bryan Craig yanking GH viewers chain, or is he slyly teasing us, because he knows he is the one returning to the ABC soap opera? Weigh-in on your theories below.
Happy Father’s Day @MauriceBenard pic.twitter.com/G7RRaxeNyc
— Bryan Craig (@bryan_craig) June 16, 2024
Days Of Our Lives
(WATCH) 51st Annual Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Interviews
A week ago, at the 51st annual Daytime Emmy Awards, many of your favorite soap opera stars took to the red carpet prior to the telecast on CBS and streaming on Paramount + and posed for pictures for the paparazzi and several spoke to the media before going inside and taking in the ceremonies and rooting on their castmates and shows.
While on the red carpet, Michael Fairman TV interviewed those who stopped performers who stopped by and those we could catch on the action-packed bustling arrivals. All of the video interviews are now posted and complete on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel.
Look for conversations with Days of our Lives, Tamara Braun (Ava), Suzanne Rogers (Maggie) with Rob Scott Wilson (Alex) and Paul Telfer (Xander), Dan Feuerriegel (EJ), Greg Rikaart (Leo), and Eric Martsolf (Brady) with wife Lisa and their twin sons, Chase and Mason.
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Stopping by to chat from General Hospital were Maura West (Ava) and Finola Hughes (Anna), and from The Bold and the Beautiful, Thorsten Kaye (Ridge) and his daughter, McKenna, Annika Noelle (Hope), Kimberlin Brown (Sheila) and John McCook (Eric) and his wife, Laurette.
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From The Young and the Restless, Peter Bergman (Jack), Courtney Hope (Sally), Christian LeBlanc and Tracey Bregman (Michael and Lauren), Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea), Michael Mealor (Kyle), Melissa Ordway (Abby), Kate Linder (Esther) and Bryton James (Devon), and making their first appearance on a Daytime Emmy red carpet were Neighbours stars: Stefan Dennis, Annie Jones and Georgie Stone.
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Below is the complete playlist of 2024 Daytime Emmy Red Carpet interviews. Make sure to check them out. Then let us know who you loved seeing and hearing from the most via the comment section below.
THIS WEEK on General Hospital: Anna Tries to Get Evidence on Valentin; But Will Her Love for Him Get in the Way?
One Life to Live Alum Jonathan Groff Wins First Tony Award For ‘Merrily We Roll Along’
Bryan Craig Wishes General Hospital’s Maurice Benard ‘Happy Father’s Day’; Is He Trolling Us … or is This the Ultimate Return Tease?
Jonah Robinson Joins the Cast of Days of our Lives as Dr. Mark Greene
(WATCH) 51st Annual Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Interviews
GH’s Mark Teschner Tells Casting Stories of Johnny Wactor, Giovanni Mazza, Rebecca Herbst & Nicholas Chavez
The Young and the Restless’ Michael Mealor Says of Summer/Kyle/Claire Storyline, “It’s Going to Get Nasty”
Bryan Craig Teases ‘Who Could It Be’ in Response to General Hospital’s Returning Mystery Man
Jonah Robinson Joins the Cast of Days of our Lives as Dr. Mark Greene
GH’s Evan Hofer Talks Life for Dex After Sonny’s Beatdown, Giovanni Mazza, and If Josslyn is Love Endgame
THIS WEEK on General Hospital: Anna Tries to Get Evidence on Valentin; But Will Her Love for Him Get in the Way?
One Life to Live Alum Jonathan Groff Wins First Tony Award For ‘Merrily We Roll Along’
(WATCH) 51st Annual Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Interviews
The Young and the Restless’ Michael Mealor Says of Summer/Kyle/Claire Storyline, “It’s Going to Get Nasty”
GH’s Mark Teschner Tells Casting Stories of Johnny Wactor, Giovanni Mazza, Rebecca Herbst & Nicholas Chavez
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Breaking NewsJune 10, 2024General Hospital EP, Frank Valentini, Reveals Former Cast Member is Coming Back and Teases, “I Think That The Audience Will Go Crazy for HIM”
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General HospitalJune 10, 2024GENERAL HOSPITAL: Elizabeth and Jason Have a Heart-to-Heart; Is a Liason Reunion Possible?
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General HospitalJune 13, 2024GH’s Mark Teschner Tells Casting Stories of Johnny Wactor, Giovanni Mazza, Rebecca Herbst & Nicholas Chavez
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Breaking NewsJune 7, 202451st Annual Daytime Emmys: General Hospital Wins Drama Series, Thorsten Kaye and Michelle Stafford Take Top Acting Honors
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NewsJune 14, 2024The Young and the Restless’ Michael Mealor Says of Summer/Kyle/Claire Storyline, “It’s Going to Get Nasty”
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General HospitalJune 12, 2024Bryan Craig Teases ‘Who Could It Be’ in Response to General Hospital’s Returning Mystery Man