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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Ava Hits the Sheets with Austin
Friday’s General Hospital brought with it a new lover for Ava (Maura West)! Not someone exactly new, but if finally pushes La Jerome further towards Austin (Roger Howarth). For soap fans, that means they get to see the potential delicious pairing between Daytime Emmy-winning stars, Maura West and Roger Howarth.
On yesterday’s episode, after Ava and Austin get into a fight, passion ignites, when after he kisses her, she grabs him and kisses him back and they wind up having sex. Afterwards, Ava’s frantically trying to make the bed and wants Austin to scadaddle. When Austin isn’t so ready to get out of bed and make his exit, Ava tells him that they need to put this behind them and pretend it never happened. She is insisting that what they did was a mistake.
Ava then tells Austin if he ever pulls a stunt like he did with her daughter, Avery, the next body in the stables will be his. Eventually, Austin makes his exit, and after he leaves, Ava seems happy with herself and definitely into him.
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Now the problem becomes, we know that Nikolas is being kept alive somewhere by Mason and who ever he is working for. What would happen if Ava and Austin fall madly in love, decide to tie the knot, then on their wedding day, Nikolas shows up, busts up the nuptials, and accuses the duo of “murder” and a cover-up? Sounds like a soapy plot to us.
Check out some moments from the aftermath of Ava and Austin’s tryst.
Now, let us know, are you in favor of an Ava and Austin pairing on GH? Comment below.
For some reason this weird scene gave me flashbacks to the Sonny/Ava crypt sex.
For the love of all that’s unholy, let’s hope the end result isn’t the same. The last thing Ava needs is another kid, and the last thing any of us need is another excuse to keep FrAustin around.
It’s a wonderful change of pace for GH to put together two actors who actually have chemistry and can play off each other so perfectly. This tryst has the ingredients to create a power couple. They’re sexy and sassy and can play drama or humor. Bring on #Jolt!
JOLT!
I like it
Maura & Roger are soap gold. I think Ava & Austin aka Jolt are going to be a really entertaining duo.
These two are so hilarious! I wasn’t sure if they would bring the heat, but they delivered for sure! I hope there’s more fun and sexy banter to come for Jolt!
I think he’s honestly concerned about her and did the least devastating thing to help Ava get Pilar fired. Ava pretty much gave him no other option. She shot everything he suggested down! For Austin thinking on his toes, knowing what none of us know about how ruthless Mason is, it was brilliance. He could have told her about taking Avery, but then in his eyes she couldn’t have sold that she was actually concerned. He didn’t know how Ava would react, so he was thinking on his toes, As he goes on his daily jog he sees Avery and Pilar, hangs around and sees Avery walking off. Yeah, what he did was shady and underhanded, but hey, it’s a soap. We want drama, right? And maybe, just MAYBE Avery did just go chasing after balloons…we don’t know, it was OFFSCREEN!!!!
P.S. Roger and Maura are fire onscreen. We needed a #jolt of lightning and of course our favs did NOT disappoint!!!
LONG LIVE JOLT!
This scene was so HOT!!! I love Roger and Maura, and have been disappointed lately with the movement of this storyline. Finally, the writers threw us a bone. (Pun intended) 😉
I absolutely adore Roger think he’s an amazing actor. I’ve loved him since One Life to live ,he and Maura wonderful together.
Yes they are! I can’t wait to see what else is on the way. I hope the writers keep this going.
I love both of these actors but for some reason they aren’t clicking romantically yet for me. I liked them better as thorns in each others’ sides back on ATWT. I was hoping some spark would ignite; I liked Ava with Marcus Coloma’s Nikolas. But they are wonderful performers so I’m not FFing their scenes as I do with Darly and Fin/Elizabeth. Those couplings are unbearable!
It was refreshing when the writers gave us a line that echoed the thoughts of many viewers (when Ava mentioned Austin’s failed stories with the Qs and Maxie.) in one line, they effectively reset his character.
Not really projecting much romance between A&A, but I do see them to continue to canoodle in attempting to control each other.
After a year, it’s now time for “Cuz” Mason to actually be shown doing something evil/criminalish than just chatter.
I can’t wait to see who is pulling Mason,’s strings, hope it will be worth all this crap he’s been throwing at Austin and Ava.
It’s time GH put Howarth out to pasture. None of his characters click the way they should and this character of Austin has been thrown into the Q’s and others without jiving. Putting him with Ava is not the right use of a great actress like Maura West!
I believe Ava should have more power and strength and be the vixen we know Maura West can play! Right now she’s like the bullied victim cheering on the new bullied victim of Nina by Carly. Both women have been fiercely bullied by that character and each slink into the background when she approaches.
Ava should not fear her custody arrangement with Sonny all the time because she chooses to go toe to toe with Carly. But that’s the case. Alexis doesn’t have that fear so why do we make Ava?
It’s time that Ava discoveries Julian had a secret Swiss bank account. She is able to access it to discover she is now wealthy beyond belief and can stand tall above Carly.
Ava should be loved and hated but not bullied.,
Paul,
Never mind putting Howarth out to pasture, he’s right where he needs to be. He’s one of the best and most interesting characters on the show. He just needs the right partner to show his potential. It’s pretty hard to show your best when your partner just acts like a silly twit with no real emotion.
This was the hottest thing to happen on GH in a LONG time. Maura and Roger have crazy chemistry. I’ve wanted them to be paired for years. All the dialogue after the fact was fun and hot too–how he was mentioning the scratches and saying she would sleep pretty soundly. =D =D The way he said it kind of in a cocky way and then her smile afterward. So hot. #Jolt is the pairing I’ve been wanting all along. Kudos and many thanks to the writers who made this happen!!! One of my fav things that’s ever happened on GH.
For some reason this weird scene gave me flashbacks to the Sonny/Ava crypt sex.
I want to start of by saying that I’m a fan of Roger Howarth, so I don’t blame him, I blame the GH writers, and who ever decided to kill off Franco and then create Austin for Roger to play, big mistake, so much history thrown out the window with Franco and the connection he had with Scott and Elisabeth and her kids. It feels like the writers had no plan and just make up things up to see if it will stick. His “storyline” has drag on so long that it’s not interesting. This Mason character also is a snooze fest. It’s so off putting that I wish Austin would just leave town, he had awful chemistry w/ Maxie, he gave up on being a Quatermaine, wish is laughable because almost every other Quatermaine is either a bastard born out of wedlock or adopted, yet this one is not acceptable to them. and whose blackmailing him? why would they not force him to do everything in his power to be in with the Quatermaines? The writing is just a mess with this character and because of that I just feel like my time is wasted in this character.
I can’t make up my mind how I feel about this pair yet. I liked Ava’s friendship with Franco, they played well off each other. I would have liked Austin and Brett together, although a short time it was good. He and Maxi never worked, not even a spark. I just wish Austin played the part more like Franco with his humour and personality.
The actors have no romantic or sexual chemistry, so I have found those scenes awkward. They have always had a friend zone vibe. The character of Austin is a step down for Ava after the hot Prince Nik. Austin seems to try hard to be sexy while Marcus Coloma’s Nik WAS sexy. The story is a mess and her attraction to him after being with Nik isn’t believable.
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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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