General Hospital
Chad Duell Weighs-in On How ‘General Hospital’ Crafted Michael’s Exit Story; “It Was Really Good What They Did, and I Think It’s Going to Turn Out Well”
General Hospital fans are bracing themselves this week for what look to be the final episodes (for now) of Chad Duell as Michael Corinthos.
Ahead of the fate of Michael being revealed, Chad sat down with his longtime co-star Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos) on the second installment of their sit-down conversation on State of Mind.
It was there that the Daytime Emmy-winner and 15-year GH vet, opened up a bit about the loss of his father, spoke on his decision to leave the ABC soap and his thoughts on how Michael leaves the canvas and more.
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Duell mentioned (when prompted) what scares him the most, to which he shared having, “unrealized potential,” which does speak to his decision to depart the show. As to how Chad told GH EP, Frank Valentini he wanted to take a break, he recalled, “He (Frank) was very understanding. The door is open there for me when I am ready to come back.”
With Michael being set ablaze in a fire via an explosion at Sonny’s penthouse, and how the story was constructed, Chad says he was impressed by the writers and the production, sharing, “It was really good what they did and I think it’s going to turn out really well. I’m glad they did that and not a typical I blow up or I get shot and I’m gone.”
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As viewers have witnessed, the January 9th cliffhanger provided two key plot points that may converge. Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) realized she has Michael’s medical proxy and is about to use it. Will she control his fate, or will that get amended now that Cyrus (Jeff Kober) tried to kill Michael with a dose of digitalis in his IV as he had Sam and Dex?
Speaking more on his decision to exit, Duell re-emphasized: “I’ve been there 15 years now. I just want to catch my breath, and step back on possibly down the line with a different perspective and a new respect and everything. A lot if it is a reset for me in a lot of ways, personal ways, that I don’t want to get into, but there are other reasons.”
He also shared, “There are a lot of changes also in my life. I just want to take some time to maybe go home for a bit and for (my son) Dawson (his child with Luana Garcia) to be around his niece and nephews and just some family; as I feel like we’ve just been in this bubble and some time in Arizona might be good.”
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Chad acknowledged, “I realize how unbelievably blessed I am to be in this situation to be on the show as long as I have, and to have had so many great people to work with all of this time.” From the sounds of it, Chad will also continue to pursue other acting opportunities and to stretch his wings.
You can check out Chad’s conversation with Maurice Pt 2 on State of Mind below.
So, what do you think so far about how GH constructed Michael’s exit story, which looks to have far-reaching and on-going story implications? Do you think Chad will be back sooner than later since the door has been left open for his return? Let us know via the comment section.
I agree with him. I think it’s a great exit. It was dramatic, and, unexpected, and left the door open for a return. Until and if “Michael” comes back, his story exit leads to great soapy story possibilities.
His son is too cute!
I wish Michael would not leave
Me too Rebecca.
Me too perhaps this will change due to Monica’s passing
Just like Dante’s character he stayed
I wish get would stay. He is my favorite character
Farewell and best wishes. Hope to see you in different episodes later on.
Ii really hope so
Here i am thinking Sonny needs a new heart and voila!
You will be missed by our family. It was our pleasure
Totally agree
Praying tho you change your mind in lue of Monica passing
No pls afib pts have lived quite well stop the drama writer’s
I don’t want Michael to leave the show
Please bring Micheal back since Monica has passed .he is a huge part of the show to good of a actor on the show .so please keep him
Let Drew leave and them just change out Michael’s characters. Let they have before don’t kill Michael off please.
I agree
They definitely need to get rid of michael’s wife. Tired of the lame story. There are too many people leaving general hospital. Mayb the new writers are tickin peoole off? Hmmm
I agree. I may stop watching all of the good characters are leaving!!! I am glad Jason came back. Love
I quit watching after 40 years when they fired Kelly! I read these “updates” from time to time and I see that I made a Good decision! Horrible stories past couple years
True send her back to her following she’s best at this & take Drew & Nina with
Yes, why don’t GH just replace the character playing Michael Corinthos, remove Drew who I can’t hardly endure watching him making up to a young married woman, especially his Nephew’s wife which is distasteful to say the least!??
Agree just now that Monica has passed this is yet another pivotal pt in this soap
I hope the writer’s have noticed their era’s
No I don’t want him to leave cant we put him a coma or something that why he come back someday
Carley Michael jason And sonny Are the best that have ever happened To general hospital. a b c In a long time there are a thousand of people that Can’t wait for the next day to come so that they can see a b c General hospital. We love General hospital and all of its employees
We don’t want certain ones to leave.They make the best out of the story.
We love you michael corentos
Will miss the actor and the character
As I said before send Michael to a burn unit and rehab. Then he should be able to come back when he needs to. Willow won’t let anyone see him due to his extensive degree of burns.
I agree. Thst’s a better exit.
I’m glad the exit is not final. , and when he returns Sasha and Michael will marry and raise thei t new baby.
100%
Sasha needs some happiness I’m sick of these writer’s devaluing her
Let cult girl go off to wherever the wind blows but not with either child
She’s not fit
If she can’t think by herself then how can she parent?
They have made her more apparent showing us what she actually is made of
She’s more nina’s kid everyday very entitled never held accountable
Yes he will come back to save his baby that Sasha is carrying
Everyone has already “seen” him! He doesn’t have burns on his face so there’s nothing to hide except the other 40% of his body. Aren’t you watching the show?
Agree she can’t do this tho bc due to that idiot sonny
So forget that; she got the kids back & agreed that both parents be involved
So nope Confucius is not totally in charge
Thank goodness
Yes I was thinking burn unit then he can come back after he has some time with his family.Sorry about your dad
I hope not
Oh WHEN is Cyrus going away for good? I am sick of him killing people. Makes no sense.
Totally agree with you. This is a senseless storyline
Exactly
Yes, it’s time Cyrus is gone! He has overstayed his welcome for sure! Enough of that character…..please let him go!!!
I agree, Cyrus needs to go! but I’ve been watching over 60 years now I’m going g to miss Michael! And will someone please get Sonny off his butt and do something about the guy who bought Casidine island. He’s BORING
I agree, Jenz is really boring & so far, not a great actor
They start making a show a little bit more exciting for sunny to be a mafia action action action and Jason but I’ve been watching since I was in the 5th grade number 62 now they don’t seem like love stories like they used to but they don’t get paid the bucks the big bucks really really just a Covid
I know this is a factious hospital, but I have a phobia about hospitals. GH makes me glad to not be in a hospital. Cyrus is Creepy!! I do not like that he thinks he is God!! I will be happy when he is caught!
You got that right. You would think with this happening to Michael & everyone knowing it was meant for Sonny they would have tight security around Michael’s room. Cyrus makes me so sick. I CANNOT stand to look at him or hear his slimy voice. I don’t understand how he is picking & choosing who to kill. Sam, Dex, Michael-all connected to Sonny? Sonny beat his ass in church last Christmas but I can’t remember why. Is this payback? Get it over with & get Drew to D. C. for good.
Exactly! The lack of security at this hospital is a joke.
Agree
I am disgusted with this Michael/Willow/Drew triangle! . Sasha or the parents should have the say about Michael. Drew needs to get lost and take Willow with him.
Totally agree
Exactly he seemed to be fine now their making him a serial killer it’s ridiculous
Yes get Cyrus off the show n keep Michael
You took Sam ,Dex off and that was so wrong .
Do the right thing Cryus be gone ,I been watching the show since I been 15 yrs old .now 68 yrs old .
Michael and Sasha ‘s baby! Come on, rewrite this mess and sorry, gh is a bit sloppy
I think the writers will put Jason together with Sasha when Jason finds out about Sasha’s pregnancy; not a real relationship but a deal he brokers with Sasha so she doesn’t have to reveal Michael is the Dad.
Agree
But now that Michael’s in the hospital. What is Sasha gonna to do will she let Carley know she pregnant know she’s pregnant with Michael’s baby and is she gonna leave now that Michael’s and the hospital and will chase find out that brooklynn is Gino mother and who is the father is it Donta and how will Cody feel about Sasha been pregnant by Micheal and will Willow find out about Nina sleeping with drew it’s getting juicy
Yikes I can’t wait for the narcissist nina to blow the lid off her & drew’s trist
The look on her face yesterday was priceless as she expected cult girl to kiss her feet
The chickens have come home to roost
As for other storylines let the chips lay
Sick of pregnancy situation with Brooklyn she should of told Chase she was pregnant before can this story be anymore lamer
Cody has nothing to do with anything he’s a family member
I truly hope Chad returns to GH, we need his return. I wish him a healthy and happy, emotional well-being we all need time for healing
Although I will miss this great Actor..I am so excited for him and his desure to take a beak, to explore life and the new opportunies. I am also excited and pleased of how the Writers/ Producers provided the exit of Michael Corinthos..We will keep him in Prayer
Yes he need to come back sooner what is kristena gonna do with out her big brother and Joslyn losing Dex She gonna need somebody or is she gonna be able to lean on Cam Michael is gonna be missed he need to come back fast like next month they need to catch Cyrus and why is trying kill everybody
I am glad they left the door open for his return. The exit devastating for me.
I agree, now he can returning he wants.
So I guess this means Michael survives the injection of Digitalis Cyrus spiked his IV bag with.
From the trailers for GH next week, Dr. Elijah, Lucky’s friend, with help from Lucas, saves Michael. I just don’t believe Cyrus could get in a specialty unit, like the burn unit, so easily. Cyrus needs to be exposed for the monster he is!
Yes he needs to get out of the picture they need to get him off the show put in jail. For life.
Where and how is Cyrus getting the drug.
Cyrus appears to have easy access to patient rooms, He’s able to access the meds room too ! Cyrus past time to go! Chad, take all the time you need & please come back as Michael when ready !! You will be missed.
I’m good with the fire; however, I want Cyrus caught before digitalis kicks in
I totally understand why he wants to take a break. Maybe they could have a fill-in for him to wear. He’s in a burn unit for recovery for several months, but still is able to be his acting advocate for his medical and for his business I don’t want to see Drew get nothing. Drew needs to be the one that be gone
Agree 100%. I haven’t ever liked the character of Drew. Or Willow. Or Nina. Willow needs to find out Drew has been having sex with Nina, multiple times.
Life goes on bad or good.
Praying only the best for Chad and his family
I’m saddened that Chad, aka Michael, is leaving GH. I always enjoyed him on the show. It seems that the men, who are also dad’s, are leaving their kids, with the exception of Sam McCall. Some return, some don’t. But those who do return, their children are much older.
That’s how it is in most soaps. Happily ever after rarely happens, between husbands and wives, lovers, or parents and their children. On a different subject, isn’t it great for “Laura Weber” to have Lucky and Lulu back with her! I’m hoping Lucky and Liz Baldwin reunite!
As long as he isn’t killed off I’m fine with any exit…
I wish that about the time Willow tells Carlie about proxy that Drew and Nina is smirking about that Diane would walk up and “Sorry not true, Michael changed everything when in also filed for divorce ” would love to see the faces
Cathy. Meet the “.” May it serve you well.
Wow, Michael leaving, not at all what I wanted 2 see, but glad the door for a return was left open. Drew can’t leave soon enough, Will turned out 2 b a big disappointment, guess the apple really doesn’t fall far from the tree! Silas needs 2 B caught ! Anna needs to stay away from Jason, Lulu woke up and thinks the world owes her a living while she’s been asleep for 4 years, I suppose oversleep made her become a nightmare, can’t stand her less than greatful & gracious attitude,
Wth I know she’s a Spencer but sorry Lulu U ain’t Carly, speaking of my Girl I can’t wait 2 C what my Girl does next.
The accident was so unexpected. It lead me to believe he’s gone for good. Then I thought about his kids and how easy it is for Willow to have the kids when she blew their marriage up. His exit was well planed. I’d love to see Willow and Drew get hit really hard. No excuses Willow need to go down.
Lots of love your way, I lost my son Gabriel 10 yes ago. You remind me of him in so many ways you could have been brothers. Hope you come back soon, you will be sorely missed. Well wishes.
I’d really hate to see Michael leave permanently. Take your fake wife and kids to Sonny’s island. Get into a final disagreement with fake wife, send her packing keep your kids! Take as long as it takes with your actual family, clear your head, maybe try a few made for TV movies to decide if you prefer those different characters or if Michael is in your blood…
you’ve done a great job! Now it’s time to do what’s best for you and yours!
What ever you decide, don’t let them replace you with another Michael!
I’m a bit disappointed with the powers to be on how Michael’s face isn’t burned at all, and his entire hands aren’t wrapped from being on fire. That’s what was shown. He should have gauze/wraps on his face. The vent looks realistic. Good job. Being sent to a special burn care facility is a good temporary ending for Michael Corinthos. Chad Duell can either come back to Pirt Charles in a year or the roll be re-cast.
Not sure how he comes back as Michael. He either has to die or survive. If he dies, it’s not a stereotypical soap “death” like Spencer or Jason where none body was found and he could still be out there. If he lives why would he leave PC? Take his kids away from the danger I guess? Doesn’t make sense for his character though, he wouldn’t leave his parents, siblings, or Jason behind.
He or his character will return
I hope he takes a short break and comes back.
This is just getting very DOOL-ish. A bunch of legacy characters getting murdered, only for the show to, HaHa, they’ve been held hostage and are still alive.
Michael Will be fine wish you well sorry to hear about your father but we are so tired of Cyrus that’s someone who needs to disappear boring
Sorry for the loss of your father, but I understand. I loss my mother and three brothers back to back and I am emotionally drained. I am going to miss you,
But you do what you have too. Love you.
Farewell for now. Hope you get closure and family makes it easier they are there to support and comfort you during this time. GH will always be there and your GH family also. As much as we don’t want to see you go we understand why. Take care
Take care of yourself Chad and your family you are gonna be deeply missed.. but we will see you soon..❤️❤️
It’s sad what is happened to Michael, bad enough his wife is a cheater and his Uncle is a creeper! ! The writers had the man burn in a fire and NOW Cyrus is trying to do Michael. Will miss my Michael..he reminds me of my son. The fire was a bit much and hit personally.. it seems like before you know it who else is gonna die.. every 2-4 weeks seems like someone is killed off ! Soon there will be no one standing!
I hate to see Michael leave. I do hope he comes back, but understand his needs to live a life as well outside of the studio.
I wish Michael was staying and Drew was leaving. Disgusted by Drew and Willow. Sad that she is so weak and pathetic. Nina needs to tell Willow the truth about Drew.
I am glad they did not kill Michael off, there can always be a replacement for him for when and if he wants ro come back. Getting rid of to many main characters that has been on the show for ever and when you get rid of these main characters I feel that will make the ratings go down, they could have done the same for Sam’s and Dex’s characters, it’s to much dieing babies and characters that fit in that is being eliminated.
I was almost debating on not watching GH anymore if they would have killed Michael off, it was bad enough when they killed off Spinser and they let Mollies sister fall out the window 1 month before the baby was due, that was really cold. GH has already killed off a lot of unborn babies. . I can’t understand you will replace characters but you rather kill them off instead of replacing them when the acter wants to leave for personal reasons
I do hope Michael does come back, he plays the part so well. I would love to see him come back and get even with Drew and Willoe,
Willow does not even know that Drew was sleeping with her mother and I can not wait for her to find out. Michael was going to take her back even after she slept with Drew, that was how much he loved her.
I pray everything goes your way Chad and we will be here waiting for you if not GH what ever you got to show us. God bless
I absolutely hate, hate, hate this storyline! Ok it works out for Michael’s return but, what about the many fans that hate what Willow and Drew have done? The need to pay the piper!
Michael grew up on General Hospital so I can see him needing to try other things. I hope he returns because he’s like family. I’ve watched General Hospital as long as it’s been on air and I love this soap. God Bless and Good Luck
Yes, I think he will be back. He is a good actor and I like Chad
My prayers go out to Chad he will ne missed by his followers hoping he will return thank you for all the great memories of Michael You are an awesome actor.
Please leave the door open for Michael please , Michael always remember please have your last words with Willow and a good one put her in her place she’s don’t deserve her kids sorry I can’t wait to it blows up in her face that her mother sleeping with the guy she thinks he so fffffffff innocent he’s not
I don’t want Michael to leave. Is Sasha really pregnant with Michael’s baby? It could be Cody’s
The baby is Michael’s. Sasha and Cody never got that far in their relationship. Both have confirmed that in conversations.
I had a hard time connecting with Willow. I absolutely can not stand Drew!!! He is a sleaze ball!!. Sex with your nephew’s wife. Michael is one of my favorite.
I agree it’s time for the two ifvthem to go leave the good ones please can’t stand Drew and Willow makes me physically sick
Michael will be missed on the GH. He’s a major cast member. However respectfully understand that Chad D may need a break. And do wish him all the best. Family comes first, Chad.
But GH please find a way to bring him(not a replacement ) back in due time.
So glad there’s been more clarification on if Chad will be able to come back
Watching that horrific storyline as a Mother it killed part of me
Realizing this is a soap you cannot feel the pain going numb after this scene was exactly what I felt
Having children your heart goes out to any one having to go through this horrific condition
I pray these writer’s get their stuff together bc what they have been doing really makes me sick
They have forever changed this amazing program into the toilet
No class lf nothing but nonsense here
Praying they get better writer’s in there
I respect his decision but going g to miss him.
Hope Michael comes back as Michael, don’t kill him off.
I understand the need to Grow..just know your fans will miss U..just don’t die..PLEASE..leave the door open for your return. I have watched this program since the early 70’s..
Nope nope nope I am done! No more GH all it is, is death and death and death! IT SUCKS!!!
Beyond the Gates
53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 16
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the full list of nominees for the upcoming 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and it was CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless and broadcast television newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates that racked up the most nominations with 18 and 16, respectively.
The full reveal on Tuesday follows the announcement of several major categories including Lead Actor and Actress on Monday via Extra and Entertainment Tonight and The View today revealing Daytime Drama Series and more.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmys ceremony is set to take place on Friday, October 30 at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California.
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In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS expressed, “We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television, As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
“Each year, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the creativity, passion, and dedication that drive this vibrant community of storytellers,” said Rachel Schwartz, Head of the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Congratulations to this year’s nominees, whose work continues to entertain, inspire and connect with audiences every day. We look forward to celebrating their remarkable achievements in Hollywood this October.”
The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming.
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Gold & Silver Circle Inductees, and ceremony host will be announced at a later date.
Now below, check out the nominees in the daytime drama, talk show, entertainment news series and creative arts categories and congratulations to all!
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Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Stacy Haiduk (as Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives
Karla Mosley (as Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Michelle Stafford (as Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless
Heather Tom (as Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful
Tamara Tunie (as Anita Williams Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Eric Braeden (as Victor Newman), The Young and the Restless
Steve Burton (as Jason Morgan), General Hospital
Scott Clifton (as Liam Spencer), The Bold and the Beautiful
Thorsten Kaye (as Ridge Forrester), The Bold and the Beautiful
Christian Jules Le Blanc (as Michael Baldwin), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Linsey Godfrey (as Sarah Horton), Days of Our Lives
Camryn Grimes (as Mariah Copeland), The Young and the Restless
Beth Maitland (as Traci Abbott), The Young and the Restless
Trisha Mann-Grant (as Leslie Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Amanda Setton (as Brook Lynn Quartermaine), General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Sean Dominic (as Nate Hastings), The Young and the Restless
Timon Kyle Durrett (as Bill Hamilton), Beyond the Gates
Michael Graziadei (as Daniel Romalotti), The Young and the Restless
Roger Howarth (as Matt Clark), The Young and the Restless
Mike Manning (as Bradley “Smitty” Smith), Beyond the Gates
Lawrence Saint-Victor (as Carter Walton), The Bold and the Beautiful
Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Braedyn Bruner (as Emma Scorpio-Drake), General Hospital
Al Calderon (as Javier Hernandez), Days of Our Lives
Alice Halsey (as Rachel Black), Days of Our Lives
Giovanni Mazza (as Gio Palmieri), General Hospital
Ambyr Michelle (as Eva Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Arielle Prepetit (as Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jasmine Burke (as June Hughes), Beyond the Gates
Jeff Kober (as Cyrus Renault), General Hospital
Eva LaRue (as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez), General Hospital
Christopher Sean (as Paul Narita), Days of Our Lives
Ray Wise (as Ian Ward), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
The Bold and the Beautiful
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
3rd Hour of TODAY
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
TODAY With Jenna & Friends
The View
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host
Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin & Ana Navarro, The View
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Tamron Hall, Tamron Hall
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Access Hollywood
Entertainment Tonight
Extra
Outstanding Daytime Personality (Daily)
Mona Kosar Abdi, Derek Hough & Terri Seymour, Extra
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood
Star Jones & Corey Jovan, Divorce Court
Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program
Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood — An Entertainment Tonight Special
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter
Variety & CNN Actors on Actors
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors
Working In the Theatre
Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Daytime
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
Have Guitar Will Travel World
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Let Frankie Cook,” Getting the Band Back Together
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Outstanding Technical Direction and Video for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 104
The Bold and the Beautiful,” Episode 9511
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade”
The Jennifer Hudson Show, ” Episode 4041
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”
Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
General Hospital, Episode 15719
The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Episode 5033
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13273
So, what do you think of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations? Who are you happy to see receive a nomination and who do you think was snubbed? Weigh-in via the comment section.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination, ‘It Was to Honor Leslie Charleson’
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award nominations kicked-off on Monday with the announcements of four major categories including, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series — Actor, and among the nominees is General Hospital’s Steve Burton (Jason Morgan).
Burton is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner in the Supporting Actor category for his roles as GH’s Jason and his turn as Dylan McAvoy on Y&R. However, Steve is yet to win in the Lead Actor category and he has received 11 nominations along the way in his daytime career.
Following the reveal that he is a 2026 Daytime Emmy nominee, he and his GH co-star, podcast co-host and comedy show partner, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli) taped a special edition of their That’s Awesome podcast just featuring Burton’s reaction to the news.
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FOR LESLIE CHARLESON
Steve expressed, “I know it’s such a cliche to say, ‘I’m just so honored to be nominated.’ But truly, I’m so grateful to be nominated, so grateful to just be on the show off and on for 30 plus years and to be nominated with the guys in my category. Just to get the opportunity. Frank (Valentini, executive producer, GH) texted me right away. I was just like, ‘Thank you for the opportunity to get to do what I do.'”
Taking in the moment, Burton thanked those who helped him select the material for his nominated reel. “Unless you win, you don’t get to say things. So. I’m going just say a few things: Elizabeth Korte (co-head writer, GH) helped me a lot with the material, (as did) Michelle Henry, who’s a producer on the show, Laura Wright (Carly, GH), and then my wife Michelle (Lundstrom). I believe it was Jill Phelps who told me that when A Martinez felt like he had a great show or great scenes, he would mark it down. So, when Emmy time comes, you have all the show numbers written down, and you don’t have to think about it, because that’s half the battle (finding the material).
Burton explained how meaningful this nomination is for him, because of playing the scenes of Jason losing Monica, and his closeness with the late, great Leslie Charleson.
“The nomination’s an amazing thing, and it’s beautiful, but really it’s to honor Leslie Charleson. A lot of my material was because of her, and how I started on the show as a Quartermaine, it just means a ton,” shared Burton. “Maurice Benard (Sonny, GH) has obviously has been instrumental, and I’ve said it from day one and I’ll shout it from the rooftops. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here, and to be working with the people that we work with is incredible.”
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SHOULD JOHN OLIVER BE NAMED HOST OF THE DAYTIME EMMYS?
During the end of his conversation with Anderson, Steve suggested that the host of the Daytime Emmy should be Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver, who recently guest starred as the head of the WSB named Z on General Hospital, and is soon to show up on Days of Our Lives in a mystery role in August.
Thus far, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has not revealed their host for the upcoming ceremony to be held on October 30 in a venue to be named in Hollywood, California.
You can watch Steve sharing his reaction to receiving his 2026 Lead Actor Daytime Emmy nomination below on a special segment on the That’s Awesome podcast.
Now let us know, are you glad that Steve chose scenes surrounding Jason mourning the loss of the woman that raised him, Monica Quartermaine for his Emmy reel? What do you think of John Oliver as a suggestion to host the Daytime Emmys? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Reconnects with Danny; Tristan Roberts Arrives in Port Charles, Lots of Nods to #16
General Hospital’s 16,000th episode was packed with little reminders through points in today’s script that the ABC daytime drama series has set another milestone and it paved the way for the return of fan favorite and newly nominated Daytime Emmy Lead Actor nominee Steve Burton (Jason Morgan). The 16,000th episode also introduced viewers to the new surgeon in Port Charles Dr. Tristan Roberts played by Dean Geyer.
Here are the key takeaways and what went down on the July 13 episode: Tristan and Jason are seated next to each other on a plane heading to Port Charles. Throughout the flight, a beaten up Jason has flashbacks to being thrown into, and being held captive in a cell and tortured. It appears Jason is suffering from some form of PTSD from what he was put through after being dragged out of Port Charles by the WSB months ago.
As the plane prepares to land, Tristan tells Jason there would be a car waiting for him once they land and to enjoy the rest of his life. Later, Tristan arrives at the nurses and doctors hub at GH and approaches Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). He tells her his name and that he is the new surgeon on staff.
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A REUNION PLUS A HEAD NURSE DEFENDS SONNY
Meanwhile, at the end of the episode, Jason is outside the Quartermaine boathouse looking bewildered when he runs into Danny (Asher Antonyzyn), who is so thrilled to see his father, and the two hugs each other as tears are shed.
Elsewhere, Elizabeth tells Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he thinks its a great idea for him to get the 16th seat on the hospital board, but when it comes times to convince Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) of that, things go awry when Tracy, Laura and Sonny try to work things out. After Tracy launches into Sonny about killing Alan and Monica’s son AJ, Sonny walks away dejected.
Next, Sonny runs into Elizabeth, where he informs her what happened with Tracy. So what’s a head nurse to do? Elizabeth marches into the conference room and reminds Tracy of all the different donations and ways Sonny has contributed to the hospital from the Stone Cates AIDS wing, to the Michael Corinthos Center for Pediatric Head Injuries as well as his constant support each year for the GH Nurses’ Ball.
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Then, in one of the best parts for longtime fans of the series, Elizabeth talks about her legendary grandparents, Audrey and Steve Hardy and she tells Tracy they would have wanted Sonny to have a seat on the board for all the good that he has done for the hospital. After Elizabeth states Sonny’s case, things took a turn and Tracy and Sonny wound up shaking hands as Sonny is board member #16.
In the how great was it to see Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) together scenes department, the pick-up of last Friday’s cliffhanger is played out as the two former lovers fill each other in on what has gone down in their lives in the last several months including Valentin admitting he had been living in Carly’s attic, and Anna realizing she was kidnapped by Cullum, Sidwell and Cassius Faison. During their conversation, Anna sees the hallucination of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) right while Valentin is standing there.
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Later Anna was on her way to saying goodbye to Valentin, when the two share an emotional hug. After Valentin made his exit, Peter reappeared and warned Anna to not let Valentin distract her because she has important work to do. Anna answers, “I know.”
So, what did you think of General Hospital’s 16,000 episode? What do you think is wrong with Jason? What is the important “work” that Anna has to do? Were you glad to see Sonny get a seat on the hospital board, or not so much. Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out the scenes on Jason and Tristan’s long flight to Port Charles.
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