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Erika Slezak Revamps Official Website Ahead of ‘General Hospital’ Debut “Playing a New Character”
More exciting news for Erika Slezak fans! The six-time Daytime Emmy winning-actress, who is set to make her General Hospital this fall in what is said to be a short-term role, has just revamped her long-running website, run by longtime fan club president, Walter Miller.
Complete with new design and new navigation, fans of the actress, who starred on One Life to Live for over four decades as Victoria Lord (and whose married names have included: Gordon, Riley, Burke, Buchanan, Carpenter, Davidson, and Banks), can now explore the new ErikaSlezak.com filled with photographs, career highlights, fan club memories and a treasure trove of One Life to Live and Viki content!
As previously reported, back in June, Erika’s website first revealed she was heading to GH in an undisclosed role. On the updated website, it shared a bit more details! “Erika has just informed us she has signed a short-term contract with ABC’s General Hospital Erika will be playing a new character and will begin taping her episodes in September. At this time, Erika does not know which character she will be playing or when her scenes will air, but is excited to be working again with Executive Producer Frank Valentini and the cast of GH! More details to follow as they become available.”
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There has been much speculation from recent story developments, that Slezak might actually be playing the sister of Monica Quartermaine (the late Leslie Charleson), especially after Martin Grey (Michael E. Knight) stumbled across a letter written to Monica, she never received, which shocked him! Plus, the legal eagle has been sniffing around the Q mansion talking to Yuri to see if he can get any inside intel. If Erika shares scenes with Jane Elliot (Tracy Quartermaine) that would be a thrill of a lifetime for longtime soap fans. Originally, many were predicting Erik might show up on GH as Llanview’s Viki, but from all accounts it seems that will not be happening.
Now If you love Erika, fans can read up on her acting start and resume, photos of her memorable stage and television roles through the years, and each one of her iconic Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series Emmy wins and acceptance speeches in 1984, 1986, 1992, 1995, 1996, and 2005.
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In her final Emmy win for Viki’s heart transplant storyline, Erika expressed, in part on her , “Oh my dear, I am so thrilled and humbled. I want to start by saying I salute the seven other ladies in this category. They are the greatest Dames on earth! (applause) We all had lunch together yesterday. She went on to give “A big thank you to Michael Malone and Josh Griffith who wrote the heart transplant story. Thank you to our Directors, our Producers, everyone there – the crew and the cast. In particular, my Robin Strasser, and my lovely children on the show Bree Williamson, Melissa Archer, and Dan Gauthier – I would not be up here without you.”
For those wanting to communicate to the Erika Slezak fan club, Walter Miller is recommending to use the new email address is: [email protected]
So, do you believe Erika will still be showing up in Port Charles as Monica’s sister? Excited to learn its definitely a new role she will be playing? What do you think of Erika’s new website? Comment below.
Guess the speculation of playing Monica’s sister is likely to be true.
I just spent about an hour enjoying the new Erika Slezak Fan Club web site. I love it. It brings back so many wonderful memories of One Life to Live. I didn’t have time to read everything; but, I will. I can’t wait to see Erika on GH.
I can’t remember if Patsy Rahn (original Monica) or Leslie Charleson (The real Monica) had a sister or is just a recon.
All we’ve known is that Gail Brown was Monica’s foster mother. We never knew her original parents/family background.
Not true it was revealed the Monica had one living relative. A cousin who owed a spa. It was confirmed that she had no siblings and her parents were dead. Frank is rewriting history to bring on his pets and to helll with soap history.
It’s a retcon as Monica was raised in an orphanage. She somehow had a cousin in the 80’s – Lorena Sharpe – who came to PC and owned a spa.
While GH is guilty of some bad retcons (Sasha’s parentage), I don’t have an issue with this. Monica grew up at an orphanage – in the 1950s! It’s quite easy to have a long lost blood relative when you didn’t grow up with & knowing your family. I’ve seen some people quite militant on other sites saying WE KNOW MONICA DOESN’T HAVE A SISTER. I don’t know how that can be known based on Monica’s unknown blood related family.
Not a major issue with me either. Easy backstory could be Monica (offscreen) did an Ancestry test (since she didn’t know her parents). Erika Slezak’s character could have been a direct sibling match.
But in the 80 it was confirm and only had 1 living ralative he cousin Lauren. Frank is just rewriting history to bring in his buddies. He disgusts me.
GH would not be on the air in 2025 if not for Frank Valentini. Some may not like the writing, direction, or change in cast, but this show would’ve ended a long time ago without Frank.
Erika will likely be on for no more than a few months – and she will not be playing Viki.
Monica’s cousin name is Lorena.
It is absolutely stupid that she is not coming on as Vikki considering all of the chatter about Lulu working for The Banner. What a wasted opportunity. We don’t know who Monica’s bio parents are and it would not take a whole lot of maneuvering to make Monica the illegitimate child of Victor Lord. The people get paid way too much money to not realize these things.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Serena Sets Her Sights on Michael; Jason’s Emotional Exit from the Mob
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, new and old motivations come into play with dangerous consequences. According to the just released GH video spoilers video for the week of August 3-7, a bailiff calls out, “All rise!”
Now it’s Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson) vs. Curtis (Donnell Turner), as the surgeon is suing the owner of the Savoy for assault that ruined is ability to operate. At the end of the day, which of these men has enough evidence against the other? Portia (Brook Kerr) is by Isaiah’s side, while Jordan (Tanisha Harper) is with Curtis.
Next, Lucy (Lynn Herring) has a plan to get the controlling shares of Deception away from Michael (Rory Gibson). She wants her daughter, Serena (Kelly Kruger) to seduce Michael. She tells her, “Pick out your most seductive suit.” Soon, we see Serena in her bathing suit at the Metro Court face to face with Michael.
Later, there is a small baggie containing three blue pills. Nina (Cynthia Watros) ask Willow (Katelyn MacMullen), “What did you do?” We also see Michael asking the same thing of Jacinda (Paige Herschell). Leading into this week, viewers know that Willow doesn’t want the former escort anywhere near her children, Amelia and Wiley. Is this how she stops her, or is Jacinda up to old tricks and wants to frame Willow? Remember when Jacindsa drugged Drew (Cameron Mathison)? Stay tuned.
Finally, in the pick-up from last Friday’s cliffhanger, an emotional Jason (Steve Burton) continues to tell Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he cannot work for him anymore. Sonny ask, “So that’s it? You’re Out?” We fade to black.
Take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, AUGUST 3
Jason makes a sacrifice for Danny. Elizabeth becomes privy to a secret. Carly is touched. Valentin has a warning for Nina. Josslyn cautions Brennan.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
Brook Lynn and Chase celebrate a milestone. Trina gets an earful. Carly’s plan backfires. Curtis is skeptical. Michael is anxious about his family’s’ future.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
Sonny wants answers. Ava is struck with inspiration. Curtis’ trial begins. Brook Lynn wrestles with a big decision. Lucy and Serena scheme.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
Sonny makes a stunning announcement. Serena makes her move. Willow faces a new threat. Isaiah takes the stand. Lucy questions Laura.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
Josslyn is taken aback. Ava courts a new ally. Jordan and Anna catch up. Isaiah vents to Lucas and Elizabeth. Michael questions Jacinda.
Check out the latest ABC promo for General Hospital entitled, “What Did You Do?” below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think GH is about to pair Serena with Michael? Is it curtains for Jacinda? Can anyone stop Willow once and for all, or make her pay for her crimes? What will Jason do without Sonny and the mob? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
General Hospital Fan Club Weekend brought out many of your favorites to the four day event; with the main cast gathering on Saturday, August 1. Fans near and far attended the weekend held this year at the Burbank Marriott Hotel. Whether it be the main cast event or the smaller more intimate events featuring two or three cast members a great time was had by all.
Some of the cast participating in the main cast event included: Cyrus Hobbi (Yuri), Gary James Fuller (James), Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), Viron Weaver (Wiley), Paige Herschell (Jacinda), Chris McKenna (Brennan), Josh Kelly (Cody), Kayden Brenna Tokarsi (Scout), Cassandra James (Terry), Laura Wright (Carly), Dominic Zamprogna (Dante), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane), Rick Hearst (Ric), Adrian Anchondo (ex-Marco), and Chloe Lanier (ex-Nelle).
In addition to, Van Hansis (Lucas), Cameron Mathison (Drew), Ryan Paevey (ex-Cassius), Easton Rocket Sweda (Leo), Maurice Benard (Sonny), Kristen Vaganos (Molly), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis), Kate Mansi (ex-Kristina), Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth), Cynthia Watros (Nina), Kristina Wagner (Felicia) and more.
Take a look at some of the snaps from the main event arrivals below:
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GH’s Rick Hearst with on-screen daughter, Kristen Vaganos, plus Nancy Lee Grahn, and Kate Mansi.
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GH’s Maurice Benard on-hand to meet the fans.
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Jack Brennan in the house … Chris McKenna.
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Adrian Anchondo, Van Hansis and Anchondo’s boyfriend, Days of Our Lives, Colton Little.
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GH’s Josh Kelly and his gal, the former Nelle Benson of Port Charles, Chloe Lanier.
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Who is James’ father? Not Cassius or Spinelli, actually. Actors Gary James Fuller, Ryan Paevey and Bradford Anderson!
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One of General Hospital’s newest cast members, Kayden Brenna Tokarski attends her first GHFCW event.
Check out some more arrival images featuring: Laura Wright (Carly), Cassandra James (Terry), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane) and more in the gallery below.
Michael Fairman TV will be adding more images to this post in the day ahead.
So, were you glad to see so many of your GH favorites attending this year’s General Hospital Fan Club Weekend? Let us know via the comment section.
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Vincent Pastore of ‘Sopranos’ Fame and ‘General Hospital’s’ Maximus Giambetti Dies at 80
Vincent Pastore, best known for his memorable role as Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on HBO’s The Sopranos has passed away.
The veteran actor was found dead on August 1st in his home in the Bronx, New York. Pastore was 80-years-old. The cause of death is yet to be determined.
As well as his role on The Sopranos, many soap fans will recall he played multiple smaller roles on the beloved One Life to Live from 1995 and 2004. However, in 2008, he landed the short-term role as Maximus Giambetti on General Hospital.
PASTORE WANTED TO BE ON GENERAL HOSPITAL
Maximus was the mobster father of Sonny Corinthos’ (Maurice Benard) bodyguards: Max (Derk Cheetwood) and Milo (Drew Cheetwood)
According to Soap Opera Digest, Pastore told Soaps In Depth back in 2009, after appearing in a SOAPnet promotional campaign as a celebrity fan of General Hospital: “‘I’d love to be on the show. So they called up GH’s casting director (Mark Teschner) and Bobby (Robert Guza Jr. ex-head writer, GH) and they wrote me in!”
Pastore was a huge General Hospital fan from way back, who at one point told producers that he would watch the ABC soap opera while working in bars and nightclubs in the 70s and 80s.
Throughout his decades long career, Pastore appeared in films including: Goodfellas, Carlito’s Way and Men of Respect, The Jerky Boys: The Movie and the 1996 HBO TV movie Gotti.
In TV, besides The Sopranos, Pastore’s credits included: Law & Order, The Practice, Son of the Beach, Queens Supreme, Hawaii Five-0, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, plus the miniseries The Last Don II. Most recently, Vincent was a series regular on Gravesend and guest starred on Yellowjackets.
Pastore is survived by his daughter, Renee, son-in-law and granddaughter.
Share your remembrances and condolences for Vincent Pastore on his memorable role on ‘The Sopranos’ and his time on ‘General Hospital’ via the comment section below.
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