General Hospital
Erika Slezak Pays Tribute to Anthony Geary In Remembrance of the “Brilliant Actor” and Their “What If” Crossover
Erika Slezak, who for 41 years played Victoria Lord on One Life to Live and most recently returned to daytime in a new role on General Hospital as Monica Quartermaine’s sister, Ronnie Bard, has shared her remembrance of Anthony Geary, the iconic Luke Spencer, who passed away this past Sunday December 14 at the age of 78.
Geary, along with Slezak and The Bold and the Beautiful’s Heather Tom (Katie Logan) are the most decorated performers in Daytime Emmy history with Tony receiving 8 for his performances as Luke Spencer and Erika receiving 6 for her work as Viki. Meanwhile, Heather Tom has received Emmys and wins for her roles as Victoria Newman on Y&R, Kell and Katie on B&B, making Erika and Tony the only actors that have won that amount of Emmys for the same role on the same show!
In her statement, on her official website, Erika expressed, “I am so terribly saddened by the death of Tony Geary. He was a charming man, a brilliant actor and all together a very nice man. I send my sincerest condolences to his husband Claudio, and I will keep him in my prayers. We had such fun together when we did the What If crossover promotions in 2010. I thoroughly enjoyed him and loved watching him on television.”

Photo: JPI
What Erika is referring to is back in the summer of 2010, ABC daytime created short-form crossover meet-ups where characters from their daytime line-up crossed paths with another character from another soap. The series explored alternate realities. The ten-part series was originally streamed on ABC.com from July 12 to August 30, 2010 and was directed by then executive producer of One Life to Live, and now executive producer of General Hospital, Frank Valentini.
In fact, “What If” won a Daytime Emmy Award in the category of New Approaches – Daytime Entertainment. It was back in August 9, 2010, that ABC daytime aired the crossover between Viki and Luke titled, “Luke and Viki: Pain in My Heart,” and in it, the two characters are trapped in an elevator together!
More often than not, between Erika and Tony’s career, they were handing each other golden statuettes, because when it was time for Lead Actor or Actress to be presented, in the following year in which they won, they would wind up calling each other’s name to the podium after ripping open the envelopes. In fact, in a now absolutely poignant and priceless message to Erika back in 2011, when she celebrated her 40th anniversary as Viki on One Life to Live, Tony Geary taped for her a special video during a tribute on Live with Regis and Kelly!
Anthony said in tribute to Erika: “Pardon my appearance. Luke’s have a rough day,” Geary said in jest where he may have been battling a cold. “You know, when I first came on General Hospital 33 years ago, when Luke Spencer was unleashed on Port Charles, Viki Lord was already turning heads and given them hell in Llanview. I started checking out the competition, and I can tell you honestly that from that day to this, whenever I’m moving through the TV channels and I see an Erika Slezak scene, I stop. I sit and I watch your intelligence, generosity, and brilliance, and there’s no other way to say it … your class comes through every time. You’re an amazing actress and an amazing woman. It’s been my pleasure to get to know you a little bit, mostly at award shows. It’s been a lot of fun giving each other that little trinket back and forth. I hope we get to do it again sometimes. And then last year, I had the opportunity to finally work with you one day trapped in an elevator. It was heaven. I love you kid. Congratulations on a wonderful run on One Life to Live. I hope we get to work together again.”
Now below, check out Tony Geary’s anniversary message to Erika Slezak’s then 40-year run on One Life to Live, which clearly touches our hearts given his passing, followed by the promo for the “What If” series below that.
Then let us know, what did you think about the sentiments shared by Erika Slezak on the passing of Anthony Geary? Looks to us that these two soap opera icons had a mutual admiration society. Would you love to see crossovers such as this in 2026 with your favorite soaps and characters? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
Erika Slezak is always a class act. I remember the “What If” between Viki and Luke. I enjoyed watching two such powerhouse performers work together.
I’m pretty sure Jonathan Jackson has also won 6 Daytime Emmys for his portrayal of Lucky on GH.
I believe Jonathan does have six, Tony, has eight (most of any daytime actor). Erika has the most of any daytime actress.
I was about to say the same thing. Jonathan jackson was on the show a total of 9 years got nominated 10 times has won 6 for only playing Lucky spencer.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Britt and Rocco Say Their Goodbyes, Then She Gets Arrested; Anna Reveals “Nathan West” is an Imposter

On the Friday, June 26 episode of General Hospital, emotional moments, a new duo on the run, the end of the line for Britt and an eye-opening moment between Anna and Felicia were the order of the day. Let’s take a look at what went down, but first let’s give a round of applause for Kelly Thiebaud (Britt) and Finn Carr (Rocco) on their goodbye scenes.
In the story, Rocco insists to his parents, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Lulu (Alexa Havins) that he wouldn’t leave Tortola without Britt. Dante is getting impatient because Britt brought all the trouble in recent months to his son. They need to protect him and they can’t if he stays with Britt. Lulu tells Britt she is the only one who can do the right thing, right now.
Britt explained it is too dangerous for Rocco to stay with her. She was very selfish and made a lot of terrible decisions along the way and Cullum is tracking her down because she did not finish the project he enlisted her for. She convinces Rocco to go with his parents and gives him a little token of something that reminded her of when he was a baby which is a bottle to blow bubbles with.

Courtesy/ABC
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
Rocco makes Britt promise to take her medication to ward off her Huntington’s disease symptoms and to keep changing locations so she is not caught. The two share a final hug as both are in tears. Dante makes a call. While in the car ready to leave Britt behind, Rocco says he will never forgive himself is something happened to Britt.
Back inside, Britt is ready to inject herself with her medication but is unaware that Cullum has now tainted it with poison! But she is saved from that, when two police officers burst through the door to arrest her for kidnapping charges! Did Dante call the local police? Is he doing this to keep her safe or to pay her back?
In Port Charles, Charlotte (Bluesy Burke) arrives at Crimson, completely unaware that the man in the elevator is following her. Nina (Cynthia Watros) and Charlotte have an argument about Willow (Katelyn MacMullen). Suddenly, Willow calls her mother that she is being questioned by the PCPD, and Nina learns, it is as a suspect for being the other driver that left Jordan and Curtis injured by the side of the road on Route 91.
ARRIVALS AND DESTINATIONS IN QUESTION
Chase (Josh Swickard) comes to Willow’s rescue much to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Justine’s (Nazneen Contractor) chagrin. Willow learns Lucy and Drew are the supposed witnesses against her. Chase figures out when Joe (Jonathan Bennett) was alone with Drew, he got him to blink in a way that implicated her. However, in a shocking moment, Justine reveals that the trip log from Willow’s BMW SUV placed her at the scene of the accident just second before it occurred.
Meanwhile, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) comes by Crimson to see Charlotte. He says he broke into the WSB office to get info to expose Cullum as a double agent. Charlotte blows a gasket! She can’t believe that he would do something so stupid that it could have gotten him killed. She firmly tells Danny that best thing he can do to help Jason is to stay out of things. Danny storms out, but notices the stranger in the elevator who now steps into the Crimson lobby.

Courtesy/ABC
The man tells Charlotte he is Agent Mark McKay with the WSB and he has orders to bring her in. When she resisted, he was about to chloroform her, when Danny knocked him out and took off with Charlotte.
ANNA PUTS HER TRUST IN FELICIA
In France, after having some private time with Emma (Braedyn Bruner), Anna (Finola Hughes) wants to talk to Felicia (Kristina Wagner). She tells her best friend she was trying to figure out what memories of her past with Faison, she could trust and not trust. Since Felicia knows her best she is hoping she can believe what she is about to tell her.
It is then that Anna says, “Nathan West (Ryan Paevey) is not who he says he is.” Felicia looks dumb-founded. Will she believe her friend … or think she has drummed this all up in her mind? Stay tuned.
So, what did you think about the goodbye scenes featuring Finn Carr and Kelly Thiebaud? Did you reach for the hankies? Do you believe that soon, Cassius will be caught for his duplicity and the truth about Britt’s “illness” will come to light? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below. But first check out the scenes featuring Anna on her road to recovery in France
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Drops First Single EDM/Dance Track ‘If You Need Me’

Last weekend, we shared the news that General Hospital alum and Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos) was releasing his first single today on June 26th and it has indeed dropped! And for those readers who guessed that Duell’s first track out of the gate was going to be an EDM/Dance/House track … you are correct, sir!
The song entitled, “If You Need Me” is perfect for the late night clubs and can be found on Spotify and other major streaming platforms! Duell is noted as the performing artist, but as the composer/ lyricist and the beatmaker of the track. For his music projects, Chad is going solely by the name of “Duelly” which has been his social media handle for years.
Taking to his Instagram on Friday, Duell explained his deep dive into making music, expressing, “I’ve wanted to make music for a long time… I just never did it. It always felt like this huge, overwhelming thing to learn. All the technical side of it, the programs, everything that goes into actually building a track… it was easy to keep pushing it off. A couple months ago I finally just decided to go for it.”

Photo: JPI
BIT BY BIT PUTTING IT TOGETHER
Chad added, “Since then I’ve been putting in a lot of time learning, experimenting, figuring things out, and slowly starting to find a sound I’m really proud of. This first release is more of a dance/EDM vibe, but I’ve also been working on a lot of different styles behind the scenes that I’m just as excited about. At some point I realized I could keep holding onto everything trying to make it perfect… or I could just start putting music out and grow as I go.”
Stepping out of his own way, Duell firmly says, “So that’s what I’m doing. My first track “If You Need Me” is out now. More coming soon… this is just the beginning.”
As GH viewers know, Chad made the decision to step away from General Hospital after a 15-year run with the series where his last episode aired in January of 2025. By May of last year, the role was recast with Rory Gibson debuting in the part.
Give a listen below to Duelly’s “If You Need Me,” and let us know what you thought of it via the comment section below.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: What Did You Think of the Return of Anna Devane, and What’s In the Letter?

Finola Hughes made her dramatic return on-screen on the Wednesday, June 24 episode of General Hospital. Viewers will see Finola as Anna Devane again on tomorrow’s June 26th episode.
In the story, while in the French mental health facility, Anna has a session with Dr. Laurent. She tell her she now knows she was never kidnapped and that Cesar Faison is dead.
As she continued with her ruse, she went on to say she understands she was enlisted back into the WSB on a secret mission, and through that she relived all the trauma she endured by Faison, which caused her to have a psychotic break. Anna promises Dr. Laurent that her treatment plan had helped her so much in figuring out what was real, and what was in her imagination.

Courtesy/ABC
ANNA’S GOT HER OWN PLAN TO ESCAPE
In a smart move (hopefully) Anna told Laurent if she could talk to someone else who had known Faison that it might aid in her recover. She was given the phone and she called Felicia (Kristina Wagner), who agreed to fly to France in the morning. Dr. Laurent claims she is pleased with Anna’s progress, but that they still have a very long long way to go.
Now by herself, Anna pulled out a packet of letters from a bedside table. There is one in particular that she is fixated on. What does it contain? Is this all a part of her escape plan? Will she warn Felicia that “Nathan” is really Cassius (Ryan Paevey)? If so, will Felicia even believe her?
In a summer preview with Soap Opera Digest, GH co-head writers Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten shared, “We’ll see echoes of Anna’s earliest incarnation as she returns to Port Charles with deadly intentions.”
So, were you happy to see Anna Devane back on your screens? What do you think is in the particular letter she was staring at? Will Felicia help Anna escape or not believe a word she says? Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, you can check out some of the scenes from Anna’s on-screen return below.
-

General Hospital5 days agoMaurice Benard Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ Writers; Teases Upcoming Sonny Scenes with Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric
-

Days Of Our Lives5 days agoAl Calderon Reflects on ‘Major Chapters’ Coming to an End on ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘Brilliant Minds’
-

Beyond the Gates1 week ago‘Beyond the Gates’ Star Karla Mosley Weighs-in on Dani Dupree’s Love Life Endgame: Are You Team Bill or Team Andre?
-

Days Of Our Lives5 days agoDeidre Hall Marks 50 Years as ‘Days of Our Lives’ Dr. Marlena Evans
-

General Hospital1 week ago‘General Hospital’ Head Writers Spill Some Summer Tea and Preview What’s Next for Jason, Anna, Cassius and Carly
-

General Hospital1 week agoJequan Jackson and Robert Gossett Set for Return to ‘General Hospital’
-

General Hospital5 days agoGENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Carly and Lulu Make Plans to Rescue Their Children; Anna Looks Determined to Secure Her Freedom
-

Beyond the Gates7 days agoRATINGS: ‘Beyond the Gates’ Scores Third Most-Watched Week Since Its Premiere With ‘The Young and the Restless’ Crossover Event













