General Hospital
Devon Ogden Shares, “I Loved Joining the Cast of General Hospital, Catch My Scenes This Week”
This week on ABC’s General Hospital, Finn (Michael Easton) is drinking again and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) seems to possibly catch him with someone else in the latest promo for the series.
Now comes word that Devon Ogden, who previously appeared on the ABC’s country music soap, Nashville, the smash hit drama, This Is Us and BET+’s Sistas, will play the the short-term role of Barb in scenes opposite Michael Easton’s Finn.
Taking to her Instagram Story, Devon announced the news herself, saying “Back on the screen. I loved joining the cast of General Hospital. Catch my scenes this week.”
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When not acting, Ogden is a luxury real estate agent based in Los Angeles. Soap Opera Digest revealed that Barb and Finn will definitely be in each other orbit. Is Barb the potential one-night stand for Finn further putting distance or breaking up he and Elizabeth once and for all?
Share your theories via the comment section below. Now check out the teaser from GH for the action in Port Charles for the week of June 3-7.
Whatever gets Elizabeth away from Finn for good works for me. Pair her with John/Jagger or anyone more dynamic.
I don’t mind Elizabeth and Finn together as much as some people, but I love the idea of her and Jagger together. I think they could be an interesting couple.
I feel the same but my sympathy lies with Finn. He needs to get away from the boring, condescending, patronizing, judgmental, cold fish aka
Elizabeth. She gave him about as much compassion on the loss of his father as one would give a flea. Yet she had the nerve to accuse him of overstepping her “boundaries” when she stalked herself, burned down Franco’s studio, clobbered Chase over the head, while Finn never once judged her or was harsh with her, but slept on her couch to offer protection and took care of her boys when she committed herself. Ugh; he can do so much better…I’m hoping Michael Easton isn’t leaving and they give him a loving relationship. I’d actually love to see him back with Alexis; they have actual chemistry and get each other. It’s not the one-way street it always is with Liz.
Agree, wholeheartedly!
Thanks Violet. 😉 I honestly don’t know how anyone could prefer Liz over Finn. He’s the epitome of goodness, of compassion, and he’s stood by her side through every trauma, from her grief over Franco, to her breakdown, to her feelings about seeing her parents, and all she’s done is pushed him away. And now when he needs her most, she’s clutching her pearls while giving that Liz scowl, and ordering, not gently suggesting, but ordering him to get to a meeting, and then completely ignores his grief & goes straight to “Violet just lost her grandfather.”
I liked Liz back in the day; haven’t really liked her much in years. I’d hate to see her leave just because I’m used to her being there, like a comfy couch that doesn’t add much to the scene but adds a sense of familiarity. We’re losing too many vets so I like her presence, I just don’t like her. lol
U cant forget she even killed his wife. Yeah, fin’s wife, she killed her when she was little.
Elizabeth did not kill Reiko. She did push her causing injury, but Reiko died from the disease Finn was unable to save her from.
She didn’t kill her directly, nor would she ever mean to, but wound up needing a blood transfusion which is how they said the got Blackwoods Syndrom which she died from.
Ugh; can’t edit here. Reiko needed a blood transfusion from the injuries she sustained when Liz pushed her down the stairs, which is how Reiko contracted the disease that killed her.
That whole storyline sucked and should have gotten the writers fired. After all that Liz went through, it was all to boost the Finn character and destroy Jeff Webber. If I remeber right she had repressed memory of finding Finn’s wife in bed with her dad, they argue and she falls down a flight of stairs. It happened when Liz was like 15yrs old. Her mother did something to make her forget the incident happened, then they send her off to live with Audry, while they run off to wherever and abandoned their daughter. How much older is Finn and his wife if she was cheating on him with Liz’s dad when she was 15. Plus Finn could also have fathered Chase after his one night stand with his dad’s wife. You want to blame someone for that convoluted story, blame Frank and the writers.
Becky did a great job with the poorly written material, but she deserves better than being Finn’s sidekick.
I didn’t say anything about Rebecca Herbst as an actress; my comments are about LIZ. And everything we talk about in reference to stories and characters is of course attributed to the writers whether we like or don’t like the character and/or a story since it’s all a creation of the writers minds! And what I said was Finn stood by her through it all; so whether you think the story was convoluted or not, it doesn’t change the fact that Finn, as a character, is a very good man. He’s a good soul. He’s attentive, loving, and supportive. And she’s not. She’s judgmental. She has conditions all the time. There is no excuse for her lack of compassion, her lack of barely any emotion at Gregory’s death, nor her lack of love & support toward Finn at the loss of his father. He wasn’t even drunk when she walked in. He wasn’t out of control. The “normal” reaction was the one Alexis, Chase, and Brook Lynn gave. Support, sympathy, love, and shared grief. Liz’s reaction was as I said, judgmental, as if she was saving Violet from an abusive father who she must take from him, on the heels of his father’s death. It was vile.
As I said, I haven’t liked Liz in years. I find her to be boring. She was boring with AJ, boring with Franco, and now boring with Finn. I know that fans of certain characters who don’t like how the character is being written or think the actor is being attacked, like to use that phrase, “propped up for.” No; Liz’s story was not to “prop up” Finn. It was just the story. And Finn, didn’t cross her “boundaries” as all the Liz fans claimed incessantly on X aka Twitter. He was a loving, attentive, man concerned for the woman he loved. She was scared, she was being stalked, her life could have been in danger and the lives of her sons. In real life, if a person in a relationship with someone who was going through all of what Liz was going through just stepped away or didn’t care, he or she wouldn’t be worth the time of day. But instead, all the “I am woman” viewers were like, “how ‘dare’ Finn help her. How “dare” he not respect her boundaries.” It was annoying and hilarious to read.
I don’t care about the Liz stalking herself story; I almost forgot it. Was it riveting or compelling? No; it sucked. But a lot of the stories do which is why the search for new writers seems endless. What I DO know is that Liz is never portrayed as a loving romantic partner; not like Willow for Michael or Nina for Sonny or Brook Lynn for Chase or Sasha for Brando, Sam for Dante, Portia for Curtis, Molly for TJ, even Blaze for Kristina, etc. Those couples flirt, they admire each other, they confide in each other, support each other. Liz reminds me more of Joss in relationships; she gives ultimatums. The man has to walk on eggshells or they’re out. Joss wasn’t there for Cam when Franco died; she was too busy telling him he better not blame Jason or he could see himself to the door. And Liz? She was too busy ordering Finn to get to a meeting without stopping to show an iota of love and compassion for the devastation he felt over the loss of his father. And then Finn apologized to her! That was the epitome of “are you freaking kidding me?” that I felt toward the writers. It was like hearing Nina apologize to Carly for the 1000th time and Carly rolling her eyes as if to say, “You again? Yes; I know you were wrong. I’m never wrong. We know that. Now run along…”
Why not Jack Brennan, He’s Dynamic
Jack seems to be earmarked for Carly. Run Jack, while you can.
I think no one had better chemistry with Finn than Hayden. I wish GH could/would bring Hayden back.
Finn and Elizabeth together is like watching paint dry.
Everyone will hate me for this, but that’s how I feel about Chase and Brooklyn. I like each one separately, but not together. I see no fire, not even a spark, sorry, guys.
I agree 100%
What happened with the eccentric guy who when he arrived at GH Finn was accompanied by his bearded dragon service lizard, Roxy? This is not a guy to run around and have affairs.
Totally out of character – but whatever breaks Finn and Liz up I guess.
I feel like Finn and Elizabeth fit. Both boring on the personality side of things. Being safe all the time, considering everyone else over them as a couple. Needs to be switched up or spunked up. And what is it with all this facel hair on these men, they look so old with the stables. It’s like the forgot how to shave. And Ava needs to come clean with sunny about meds. Hasn’t she learned anything from Nina. Been a fan of GH 50 years
I read some nasty comments about Elizabeth and you people saying it couldn’t be more wrong. She went there as soon as possible and she was thinking about Violet as well. He was so cruel to her, it put me in shock. Anyone who would tap a tree for syrup (new aphrodisiac?) as foreplay really has a good and patient heart. Elizabeth is one of the most sympathetic, empathetic person on the show. Finn got rid of her like nothing, she was willing to help and would have been there for him. She needs someone who will make her feel alive and bring out that side of her. I love the actor, but let Finn go, Liz. He wanted her, he got her and trashed her. I feel bad for his loss and even relapsing but she deserves a flirtatious, steamy man.
You did very well as I was not fond of you after Elizabeth burst in.. your words were very mean spirited.. so great acting in the role. Love to see you on again. Lol
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Carly and Lulu Make Plans to Rescue Their Children; Anna Looks Determined to Secure Her Freedom
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the race is on! Can Lulu (Alexa Havins) and Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) get to Rocco (Finn Carr) and Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) in time to ensure their safety from Cullum (Andrew Hawkes)? Can Carly (Laura Wright) with the help of her brother, Lucas (Van Hansis) rescue Josslyn (Eden McCoy) from captivity at Wyndemere? These questions may be answered, plus the return of the one and only Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) are on tap!
In the just released General Hospital spoilers video for the week of June 22-26, Lulu tells her mother, Laura (Genie Francis), “Dante and I have to get to Rocco before Cullum!” Meanwhile, Rocco (Finn Carr) looks angered and emotional as Britt walks through their cabin hideout. Does Rocco know his parents are on the way to find them, or has Cullum already tracked them down to the British Virgin Islands?
Back in Port Charles, Carly is informing Lucas that his niece, “is a WSB agent.” She knows Josslyn (Eden McCoy) is being held against her will at Wyndemere, and she has to find a way to get her out. Lucas agrees with Carly’s plan of, “We go in and we don’t leave without Josslyn!” Elsewhere, Josslyn is looking worried for her future as she is stuck in captivity thanks to Cassius, Cullum and Sidwell!
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FINOLA HUGHES RETURNS
The final moments of the teaser promo reveal Anna in a psychiatric clinic in France. We have not seen her for months after Cullum, Sidwell and Pascal fed her hallucinogenics to make her believe her arch nemesis, Cesar Faison was alive!
Now, the doctors walk towards her hospital bed, where we see the super spy calmly knitting. Is Anna back to normal and playing everyone to get out of her predicament, or does she still remain deeply traumatized … or both?
Take a look at the rest of the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, JUNE 22
Willow gets an unwelcome surprise. Trina sticks to her guns. “Nathan” wants reassurance. Ethan advises Ava. Brook Lynn receives an update.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Dante cautions Liz. Laura learns a secret. Brook Lynn confides in Michael. Sonny challenges Ava. Chase makes a decision.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Anna meets with her doctor. Carly makes a stunning confession. Britt extracts a promise. Cullum pulls a fast one. Gio and Emma hit the pool.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
Josslyn clashes with Cassius. Lulu and Dante make a discovery. Chase receives a warning. Jordan seeks help. Alexis is summoned to the PCPD.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Anna takes a huge risk. Britt is in grave danger. Willow is in disbelief. Danny must act fast. Curtis jumps to the wrong conclusion.
Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Rescue Mission” below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think Anna is still mentally off-balance, or OK, and just pretending to be troubled to get out of France and get back to Port Charles? Will Josslyn finally be rescued, or will Carly and Lucas find themselves locked up with her? And, who will get to Britt and Rocco first? Cullum, or Dante and Lulu? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below.
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Maurice Benard Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ Writers; Teases Upcoming Sonny Scenes with Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric
With the highly-anticipated returns of Finola Hughes (Anna Devane) on this week’s June 24 episode of General Hospital, Steve Burton’s (Jason Morgan) upcoming return on July 13, which also serves as the ABC daytime drama’s 16,000 episode, things are about to fire on all cylinders in the story, as noted today by series star, Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos).
On Father’s Day, the three-time Daytime Emmy-winning actor and mental health activist took to his Instagram and expressed in a video that he has some unbelievable upcoming senes with the aforementioned Burton and Hughes. Add to that Nazneen Contractor (Justine Turner) and Rick Hearst (Ric Lansing), where Benard gave credit where credit is due to the GH writing team, which is led by co-head writers, Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten..
In this video, Benard said, “I just want to get on here and say that I did some work with Steve Burton, Finola Hughes, Rick Hearst, Nazneen Contractor, and they’re all just fantastic. Truly fantastic. But, I want to say the writing was just exceptional. It truly was. It was exceptional. So, thankful for that kind of writing. I know writers don’t get the credit a lot, but I just want to say to the General Hospital writing team, keep rolling!”
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So now the question becomes, with a major tease like that, what is about to go down between Sonny, Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric? Will we finally get to the end of the line for Sidwell (Carlo Rota), as previously teased by the GH co-head writers? Will we learn what happened to Jason and Anna, fully? Will Justine and Sonny becomes closer or stop their liaisons? And what of Ric? Will he be true blue to his brother or double-cross him? There is a lot at stake as we move further into the summer and one that looks like it could be one of the more exciting ones in years!
FINOLA HUGHES CONFIRMED AMAZING SCENES WITH MAURICE BENARD
As a punctuation point to his video, Benard also shared this written message in the post: “I just did some wonderful scenes with Steve Burton, Rick Hearst, Finola Hughes and Nazneen Contractor and and unbelievable writing, freaking amazing scenes that you will see in the near future on General Hospital.” In fact, Finola Hughes jumped in the post comment thread and responded, “I loved our scenes so much xxx”
Fans will most likely see all the scenes Benard referred to later in July, since GH tapes approximately six weeks ahead of air.
So, are you excited to see what Maurice is talking about? Are you hyped for what’s to come on GH? Any clue on what you think will go down between the main characters on the soap with the returns of Anna Devane and Jason Morgan to the mix? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Announces Upcoming Release of His First Single, ‘If You Need Me’
In a surprise move, Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos, GH) is getting ready to unveil a new chapter of his career in music.
The former GH star, where he played the son of Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) and Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) for 15 years, has announced his new single, “If You Need Me” will drop on Friday, June 26. The single is now available for pre-order on Spotify and major music streaming platforms and is distributed by DistroKid.
Taking to his Instagram story over the weekend, to announce the pre-save of his new single, Chad expressed, “I’ll make a full post about what I’ve been up to and my music once it goes live next week, but you can pre-save my first single so it goes straight to your Spotify once it drops next week.”
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SINCE LEAVING GENERAL HOSPITAL
Previously, since his departure from the ABC soap opera. Chad starred alongside Zach Mendez in the world premiere of of Yum Yum at Annapolis, a new play written by Bruce Reisman. Duell last appeared on General Hospital on the January 21, 2025 episode.
The part was recast with Rory Gibson who debuted as the new Michael in May of 2025 during the Nurses’ Ball episodes and who has remained in the role since that time.
In an interview earlier this year on The Able Show, Duell said on his decision to exit the soap opera, “I was blessed to be part of that (show) for as long as I have, but what happens sometimes is if you’re doing the same thing, especially in a creative field for such a long time, you can get a little burnt out in a way. It can make you a little depressed, so that’s kind of what happened. On top of that, I had other things going on in my life at the time. My father passed away recently and I just needed a reset. So, I stepped away. A lot of times you have to go through some stuff to really step into that next level. I needed to kind of feel uncomfortable.”
So, what type of musical genre will Chad’s new song be? Country? Pop? Rock? Dance/Club? Something else? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below, and if you are eager to hear the new single next week via the comment section below.
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