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Donna Mills and Jesse Metcalfe In Cast of Lifetime’s ‘V.C. Andrews Dawn Cutler Series’

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The ensemble cast has been announced for Lifetime’s upcoming first movie based on V.C. Andrews Dawn Cutler Series of books.

Donna Mills (ex-Knots Landing ex-General Hospital) will headline along with Brec Bassinger as mother/daughter, as well, Jesse Metcalfe (ex-Passions), plays a key role in the movie.

According to Deadline who broke the casting news: Mills will taking on the role of Dawn’s (Bassinger) wicked grandmother Lillian Cutler. It seems that Lillian rules Dawn’s life with an iron fist and inflicts cruel punishments when Dawn does not follow her strict orders.

Metcalfe will play the role of Ormand Longchamp, Dawn’s adoptive father.  Also in the cast are Joey McIntrye (New Kids on the Block) and Fran Drescher (ex-The Nanny).

In story, when Dawn finds herself entrenched in several mysteries surrounding her family, it becomes clear that a dark curse hangs over the Cutlers.

A+E acquired the rights to Andrews’ library of these best-selling novels to adapt for the screen.  The first book in the series, Dawn, which tells the dark and twisted history of the Cutler, Longchamp and Booth families will premiere in 2023.

The next movies in the series will be: Secrets of the Morning, Twilight’s Child, and Midnight Whispers. Meanwhile, the last novel of the series, Darkest Hour, is currently in development.

So, looking forward to seeing Donna and Jesse in the Lifetime movie? Comment below.

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Michael I know you love Donna and maybe I should just let this rest but here I go again.

Donna’s first major role was as “Rocket” on the “secret Storm”. That episode is on Youtube in bad quality but the role looks to have been a blast. Her character had great bitchy witty dialogue not to mention a great wardrobe. Shades of a young Abby!

Of course her most famous daytime role was as “Laura DOnelly Elliot” on “Love is a Many Splendored Thing” which I believe was a favorite of yours MIchael.

My problem with Donna is that whenever she has been asked what her first big break was she usually replies “Play Misty for Me” However she got that role because of a contract she negotiated with CBS. She told them she would not sign a new contract with the show unless it stated that she had outs to do primetime. She quickly got a “Dan August” with Burt Reynolds and he recommended her to Clint for the movie. So you see” Splendored Thing” was directly responsible for the film and her subsequent career. I just wish she would for once give credit where credit is due to Splendored Thing” for the good things that happenned in her career.This sequence of events are all documented in her Lifetime “intimate Portrait” on Youtube.

I do like her and think she is a terrific actress but I am daytime’s biggest fan and feel very protective of it!

I’ve been a Donna Mills fan since LIAMST in the 60s, thru her good performances in umpteen TV movies like NIGHT OF TERROR, and her triumphant work as the multi-faceted Abby on KNOTS LANDING. I enjoy watching her in nearly everything. But, while not begrudging any actor a living, I have to wonder how Jesse Metcalfe keeps getting these leading roles. He’s not a good actor and hasn’t progressed much since his himbo days on DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES. Surely there are better actors who also satisfy the “cute guy” requirement for these shows.

OMG, Soaphound!! This is absolute mental telepathy!! I was going to say the same about Metcalfe, but fought the urge until I read your comment,
He is worse than Cameron Mathison. I watched a few episodes of his Martha’s Vineyard shows —-not because of him but because I am a part-time resident of the island.
Firstly, there’s nothing endearing about his acting. Secondly, have you noticed how his questions always end in a lilt? Oh, brother! That bothers the “Beelzebub” out of me. He’s awful!!
Plus, Martha’s Vineyard looks nothing like that and crime on
MV is basically non-existent . People actually left their doors unlocked ( as recent as a couple of years ago)—-and we and our neighbors all have each other’s house key. I just had to fit that in.LOL
Donna? Her acting is impeccable—-always was. Gorgeous to boot!!

What is the Name of the movie that Donna Mills is going to be in on lifetime based on VC Andrews Dawn Culter Series this year. The Dawn Culter Series has a lot of movies (based on the books) what is the name of this movie series that Donna Mills is going to be in this year 2023?

When is the next Jesse Metcalfe movie in 2023

Yes!!What date is the first Movie” DAWN” on lifetime??

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Brook Lynn Gets a Shock from Jude, Nina Gets a Reprieve, and Ava’s in the Hot Seat

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital airing October 26-30, a secret relationship is revealed, a new lead on the case of the missing Brennan (Chris McKenna), and a knock on the door that may alter the life of Brook Lynn Quartermaine’s (Amanda Setton) happiness take center stage!

In the just released GH spoilers video for the week, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) gets an eyeful when he walks into the Quartermaine stables and finds Rocco (Finn Carr) kissing his sister, Scout (Kayden Brenna Tokarksi). Things have already soured between the “brothers” as Jason (Steve Burton) tells his son, “You and Rocco can’t be so quick to throw that kind of friendship away.”

Meanwhile at the PCPD, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) is going over the case of MIA former WSB former Port Charles bureau chief,  Jack Brennan with Joe (Jonathan Bennett). When Dante asks what leads he may have, Joe shares, “Ava Jerome.”

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Just then, Agent Baines (Alimi Ballard) is seen sitting in a dimly lit room with Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros). Viewers have not seen Nina, since the WSB whisked her away presumably to Steinmauer, because they believed she was the culprit who did away with, or caused, the disappearance of Jack Brennan after Drew (Cameron Mathison) framed her.

Now, Baines says to Nina, “We may have rushed to judgment.” Does this mean, Nina could be sent back to Port Charles, if everyone now zeroes in on Ava (Maura West)?

Then, in the shocking conclusion of the video preview, Brook Lynn opens the front door of the Quartermaine mansion to find Jude (Wil Traval) standing there with a demand! “I’m here to see my daughter,” he tells BLQ as she looks stunned.

Will it turn out the Jude is the biological father of baby Phoebe, and if so, what his relationship to Hudson Parker (Troy Lennon Appel), who viewers recall beat up Ethan Lovett over the little girl? Stay tuned!

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Now below, check out the official GH spoilers for the action this week in Port Charles.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
Carly and Valentin take on a new mission. Jason issues a warning to Willow. Curtis gets bad news. Scout and Rocco’s secret is at risk. Lulu doesn’t like what she hears about Charlotte.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Sonny confronts Alexis. Portia comes to Ava’s rescue. Dante worries that Gio is headed for heartbreak. Scout opens up to Drew. Danny issues an ultimatum.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
Ava lawyers up. Dante defends Lulu. Britt’s news stuns Willow. Carly shares her suspicions. Tracy drops a bombshell.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
The Quartermaines are rocked. Anna has a breakthrough. Tracy prepares for battle. Joe questions Carly. Ric makes a request of Alexis.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Jason grills Josslyn. Dante and Elizabeth are shaken. Danny makes a confession. Trina and Emma are alarmed. Lulu gets disappointing news.

Now below, watch the latest GH promo entitled, “Secrets Come Home.”

So, do you think Nina comes back to Port Charles and the WSB takes Ava into custody? Do you think Jude will prove he is the biological father and takes baby Phoebe away from Brook Lynn? Who actually killed Jack Brennan? Weigh-in via the comment section.

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Troy Lennon Appel on Auditioning Six Times for ‘General Hospital’ Before Being Cast in the Role of Hudson Parker

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General Hospital introduced the character of Hudson Parker back on July 30, 2026 marking the first appearance of Troy Lennon Appel in the role.

Quickly, we learned there was some connection to Ethan Lovett, after Hudson tracked him down and beat up the guy, the potential that Hudson is the biological father to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Chase’s (Josh Swickard) adopted daughter, Phoebe, and that he is now Josslyn Jacks (Eden McCoy) right hand man at JJE.

On Sunday, October 25 in a brand new episode of the That’s Awesome Podcast with Steve Burton (Jason) and Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), the Stone Cold and the Jackal duo welcomed Troy Lennon Appel to the show to delve into his background, landing the role of Hudson, and what may come next in a teaser for upcoming episodes of GH.

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A NEW CHARACTER CREATED JUST FOR TROY WAS THE TICKET TO PORT CHARLES

As it turned out, Troy revealed that he had actually auditioned for General Hospital on six different occasions before being cast as Hudson, the last audition being for the role of Joe Fitzpatrick that went to Jonathan Bennett.

Appel explained, “Every time I showed up (to audition), I was like, ‘All right, I gotta nail this because it’s General Hospital.‘ It was my sixth one where I auditioned for Joe Fitzpatrick, Jonathan Bennett’s character. That was last November. Then, it was February of this year when I came in for an in-person callback. My wife and I were just like, ‘You gotta nail this.’  I didn’t get that character. Obviously, Jonathan got that, but then, they created Hudson Parker for me. I’m shocked I’m even on this show right now!'”

The General Hospital newcomer was even more stoked when he realized that not only did the producers and writers create a role just for him, but that he was going on contract as a series regular.

Appel recalled, “All at once, they were like, ‘We’re going to offer you a three-year contract and we’re creating a character for you.’ It was just something you never expect to hear. I was on the phone and I just fell down to the ground. I went through the range of emotions you could have. I know I cried. I hyperventilated. I’ve never hyperventilated in my life. But now, I get to essentially live the dream I have.”

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HUDSON AND JOSSLYN

Eden McCoy shares many a scene with Troy, and he gave her major kudos for getting him through the beginning weeks of his run as Hudson. “We did a chemistry test, together and I give her so much credit because obviously, she’s a pro. She’s been doing it for so long. I’ll do scenes with her where I’m like, ‘I got to just try to meet her where she’s at because she’s just so talented.'”

Troy added, “Eden took me under her wing, and just helped me out so much with understanding the process of all of this and even just knowing where to go, when, when to be where I need to be. I don’t know how I would be feeling if I didn’t have her always working with her and just helping me out the entire time.”

The mystery of just who this guy is will become clear in the weeks ahead as Appel revealed, “We actually just shot what Parker’s background is. Right now, I am the Vice President of Operations for JJE. I manager the company’s financials, essentially. But, there’s more to Hudson which we will eventually find out.” Getting the chance to mix it up with the cast, Troy added of Hudson, “He’s up to some stuff.”

Check out the full conversation with Troy Lennon Appel with Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson below.

Now weigh-in: what do you think about Troy having a role specifically creating for him after 6 auditions for GH? What do you think will be revealed of Hudson’s background in the weeks to come? Do you want to see a Josslyn and Hudson pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

 

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GH Alums Kelly Monaco and Greg Vaughan to Reunite for Special Fan Event

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General Hospital fan favorite Kelly Monaco (ex-Sam McCall) will be making a rare public appearance teaming up with her longtime friend and former leading man, Greg Vaughan (ex-Lucky Spencer), at a special fan event.

The announcement came from the stars on their social media accounts, but you can circle, Sunday, December 13, at Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey as the spot to see Kelly and Greg at this meet and greet.

As General Hospital viewers know, Monaco spent 21 years as Sam McCall before being killed-off on the October 30, 2024 episode. Before that, she had become soap-famous for her dual roles as Livvie and Tess on the GH spinoff, Port Charles.

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Vaughan is currently appearing on daytime’s newest soap opera in the recurring role of Dr. Kial Rollins, a role which he debuted back on December 8, 2025. Throughout his daytime career, Greg has appeared on The Young and the Restless (ex-Diego), Days of our Lives (ex-Eric) and as GH’s Lucky.

SAM AND LUCKY

It was back in 2007 that in story, Sam started pursuing Lucky (then played by Greg Vaughan) as a form of revenge against Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst). Sam was furious after learning that Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) had a child with Elizabeth while Sam and Jason were broken up. That child was Jake. Eventually, Sam and Lucky became a hit with viewers and would continue to cross each other’s paths.

Uncle Vinnie’s comedy club took to their Instagram and shared, “The fans asked and we always deliver!!” Tickets going fast! Order on our website.”

In addition, Shanna Moakler, who is in a relationship with Vaughan, took to the comment thread and exclaimed, “My two favorite people.” Moakler and Monaco had previously announced in March of 2025 the start-up of their podcast called Bad Bunnies. It was expected to cover pop culture, personal stories, and Hollywood secrets.

Then, in July 2025, it was confirmed that Kelly Monaco would no longer be participating. At the time, she stepped away due to personal family matters, focusing on maintaining a private life, and new work commitments.

So, would you love to see Kelly and Greg together again? Happy to see that Kelly is making a public appearance for her fans? Let us know via the comment section below.

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