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.”

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

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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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Brook Lynn and Chase Hesitate to Sign Divorce Papers, Elizabeth Reveals Aiden’s Leaving For Paris, Willow Flashes Back to Her Crimes

As the week came to a conclusion on the Friday, October 23 episode of General Hospital, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) wrestled with becoming an empty-nester, while Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) and Monet (Blythe Howard) conspired to keep Lulu (Alexa Havins) and Ric (Rick Hearst) at legal bay, and Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Chase’s (Josh Swickard) frozen relationship thawed, but how much?
Let’s take a look! First, in a moment that was written to bring Liz and Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) closer, the GH head nurse is wistful over the fact that she just learned that her talented bakery chef son, Aiden, secretly earned his GED and got into a prestigious pastry school in France and to top it off received a scholarship to attend the school.
Liz is concerned that allowing him to go wasn’t the smartest move because of his young age. Dante suggested that maybe it’s her fear of being alone that is causing her to feel hesitant for Aiden to go abroad. He shared a story about the support her received from Olivia when he moved away from home for the first time; that he understood mothers and sons are close, but she needed to let him go build his own life.

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After coming to terms with it, she revealed that Aiden is leaving in four days and had to make cupcakes for the Halloween party, Dante offered to help her do the baking. They smile. So, what this means to GH fans? All of Liz sons: Cameron, Jake, Aiden are all now officially off the canvas!
WILLOW VS. LULU
At Miller & Davis, Willow strolls in to meet Monet to go over their strategy in their meeting with Ric and Lulu. While discussing their next move, Willow flashes back to the night she shot Drew (Cameron Mathison) twice in the back, and then later, how she first stuck a needle in his neck to use the paralytic drug that kept him in a locked-in state for months.

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When Ric and Lulu arrive, the four end up in a stalemate. Willow refused to drop the lawsuit, and Lulu refused to retract the story on her. Willow’s stance is that Lulu had been manipulated by the Quartermaines, who wanted to take her children away, so Michael can have sole custody of them. Lulu fired back that she was doing her job as an investigative reporter to expose crimes perpetrated by a congresswoman.
Now at an impasse, Ric and Lulu tell Monet and Willow they will see them in court as now a judge will hear the case. Not what Ric wanted that to happen, but now he tells Lulu, they will figure out a way to bring Willow down.
DIVORCE BLUES?
Finally, Chase and Brook Lynn head to the Dominican Republic to get a quickie divorce after how their lawyers dredged up awful things about both of them in Port Charles. While on the plane, the two discuss that they still want each other to be happy.
Once in front of the judge in the Dominican Republic, he asked if the two were mutually consenting to this divorce, but instead, the two sang each others praises.
This left the judge to ask if the two wanted to go through with ending their marriage and he left the room. Later, when he returned with the divorce documents to sign, Chase and Brook Lynn stared at each other hesitating to sign on the dotted line.
So, what do you think will happen next? Will Brook Lynn and Chase end their marriage, or decide to try to make it a go? Is it upsetting to you that all of Elizabeth’s sons are off the canvas? Should the soap recast them all, like they did with Alexis’ daughters and restart the story of these young men? Do you think now will be the time that Willow’s crimes will be publicly exposed, and she will lose her kids and her seat in a congress? Weigh-in via the comment section.
Breaking News
53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Presenters Announced

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).

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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
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