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GH’s Braedyn Bruner Talks on Giovanni Mazza’s Powerhouse Performance, and If Emma Can Get the Goods on Professor Dalton
Last week on General Hospital, viewers watched the devastating fallout after Gio Palmieri (Giovanni Mazza) overheard Lulu (Alexa Havins) and Lois (Rena Sofer) in an argument at the Nurses’ Ball; stating that Brook Lynn Quartermaine (Amanda Setton) and Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna) are his actual biological parents; shattering everything that the young man believed.
The one constant who has not left his side since that time is Emma Drake (Braedyn Bruner). Trying to process everything that has happened, Emma has been a sounding board for Gio and is supporting him in his time of need, as their bond continues to grow.
Michael Fairman TV caught up with soap newcomer Braedyn Bruner at the red carpet of the Daytime at Night – Benefit for St. Jude concert and fundraiser at the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood, California. The event was put together by The Young and the Restless’ Lily Brooks O’Briant (Lucy) and was attended by many in the daytime community and several of Bruner’s GH co-stars.
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Since December of 2024, Braedyn has taken over the role of Robin (Kimberly McCullough) and Patrick’s (Jason Thompson) daughter on-screen replacing Brooklyn Rae Silzer in the part. now well on her way to putting her own stamp on Emma, as the character has evolved and grown-up.
We asked her about GH scene partner, Giovanni Mazza, her co-stars, Jane Elliot (Tracy Quartermaine) and Finola Hughes (Anna Devane), Emma’s new attitude and if she thinks Emma can be the one to ultimately bring down the sketchy PCU professor, Henry Dalton (Daniel Goddard). Here’s what she shared below.
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GIO AND EMMA SCENES – GIOVANNI MAZZA
Braedyn spoke on being in the scenes with Giovanni Mazza as Gio struggles with the shocking news of his birth parents: “He is one of my best friends in real life and on the show. I think that just makes our job a lot easier. He gave so much this week during his performances, as he always does. But this was different. It was our (the cast) first time seeing him so upset and not his usual happy-go-lucky self and that really affected me, not only as the character, but me seeing him like that as a friend in real life. It just made the scenes that much more real and honest.”
In a throwback to her on-screen mom, Robin, Emma takes Gio to the famous Port Charles bridge which over the years has been a place of many emotional moments: “The scenes at the bridge were so much fun to do. I love to do my research. I think everyone knows this about me. So, I sent Giovanni multiple clips of Robin and Jason (Steve Morgan) at the bridge that I found on You Tube, and we watched them together. It’s funny, I think our bridge scenes are getting compared a lot to that (by the audience), but it’s been a great week (of shows).”
FINOLA HUGHES AND KIMBERLY MCCULLOUGH
Since debuting on GH, Braedyn has shared much of her screen time with Finola Hughes, where Emma’s behavior has been at odds with her grandmother’s expectations. Bruner shared on Hughes, “She’s amazing. Not only does she play my grandmother on the show, but she’s more like a mom to me, to be honest, in real life. Finola is the funniest, most hardworking person I think I’ve ever met. She’s just been a great mentor and is always there for me, if I have a question, or if I want to run lines.”
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Will we eventually see a mother/daughter reunion played by longtime GH favorite Kimberly McCullough as Bruner’s on-screen mom? “I am hoping one day I’ll get to meet her,” expressed Braedyn. “I’ve heard nothing but incredible things about her, particularly from Finola Hughes with whom I work with all the time.”
EMMA’S ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT
GH fans were in for a shock when the character came back on to the canvas in the form of Braedyn Bruner in the part. This version of Emma seemed to be written, at first, with a whole lot of attitude that could have made her unlikeable. The actress explained, “I try to find ways to humanize her in my scenes. First (by the powers that be) it was, ‘We want Emma to come back, sort of like she owns Port Charles,” which was a lot of the notes I was getting. I was like, ‘I see that, but I want to find the pockets of her that are still Emma because she does have a good heart.’ I don’t think she’s ever mean to just be mean. I think in scenes with Josslyn (Eden McCoy) I think that’s motivated a bit by jealousy. I think it’s the childhood stuff that she’s bringing up, but also I think she desires to have a friendship with Joss. I’m hoping we’ll be friends again, but I think she’s just a little hurt about things right now.”
JANE ELLIOT
Who doesn’t love the one and only Jane Elliot? Braedyn has gotten the opportunity to work with the GH icon, and revealed what it was like to step on the set with the dynamo: “Oh, my Gosh! She’s so fun to work with. I think the first day I was intimidated a bit, but how can you not be, she’s the queen! Jane has just been yet another person on General Hospital that is just open to helping me, and if I ever have a question I’ll ask her.”
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PROFESSOR HENRY DALTON – DANIEL GODDARD
GH has another major storyline brewing which is pitting rivals Josslyn and Emma against one another. Emma is unaware that Joss is now a WSB agent working undercover to get the goods on Professor Henry Dalton. In a conversation between Emma and Joss, it was revealed that the reason Emma got expelled from Berkeley was because she broke into Dalton’s lab to prove he was doing his research on animals, and she was forced to sign an NDA to avoid jail time. Now, Emma is intent on exposing Dalton and stopping him from whatever he is planning on doing which is why she followed him to Port Charles.
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Braedyn previewed Emma’s agenda: “There’s some stuff about to come out really soon where we’re going further into the Professor Dalton storyline. I think she’s beyond on to him. I wouldn’t be surprised if she doesn’t break the case wide open before anyone else does.”
Now let us know, are you rooting for Emma and Gio to be the next young super couple of General Hospital? Do you think Emma will crack the case on Dalton, or will that end up being Josslyn, or will the two nemesis end up working together? Share your thoughts via the comment section below, but first check out the scenes between Braedyn and Giovanni Mazza from last Friday’s episode of GH.
Gio and Emma are GH’s new power couple.
But to get rid of dex for them was the worst decision ever
I don’t think they are the reason they discontinued the Dex storyline. From what I understand GH is under a strict budget. There are others there that they would have to make allowances for.
Dex was gone before they both arrived. It is unfair to believe both these actors had anything to do with Dex being written off the show.
Wrong dex was still there when gio arrived dex it just not fair that they gave gio the parent storyline he didn’t deserve it he has been on the show only a year compared to dex three years
No he wasn’t dex was still at gh when gio arrived it was only when Emma got there when they let dex go
Everyone has their favorites, but this exaggeration is almost comical. Evan Hofer seems like a nice guy, but both Gio & Braedyn have impressed with their acting capabilities.
Dex could of done the same thing but wasn’t given the chance by frank
I agree a iyh what you said. Loved the Dex character a d he dhld have stayed on.u could have gotten Rid of Drew,Ric ,portia
But that’s not what happened
I think they’re great together! Both of them are great actors and their storyline is moving slowly enough to build a believable arc.
But to get rid of dex for both of them worst decision ever
Total supposition at best.
No it’s not it totally true dex was there three years no parents gio on the show a year parents
It’s true dex was on three years no parents gio only one the show one year parents
No it’s not
I can understand you are missing the character Dex Heller, but please, it is not anyone’s fault other than the storyline went in a different direction. Did you watch Mr. Fairman’s interview with him after he left the show? Evan Hofer isn’t blaming anyone.
Bjt you can’t give a major storyline to someone who’s only been on the show a year compared to three years you just cant
Well.. again, I can understand your feelings of losing a character you like… but GH and other shows do it all the time. If Evan Hofer himself bears no hard feelings and was admirable in his understand… fans should be too. His interview is in Mr. Fairman’s video interviews tab.. it is a great interview. It might help in your disappointment of his being written out.
It doesn’t matter dex was on three years no parents gio barely a year gets parents that makes no sense
Evan Hofer states he was grateful for his character lasting three years. Search for his interview with Mr. Fairman.
It absolutely makes sense when the character of Gio was created with the main intent of linking him to two core families. There are plenty of long term characters for whom we never met their parents:
Monica (adopted) and Jordan (no idea what her maiden name is) are 2 prime examples.
They have nothing to do with Dex being killed off the show. Emma was already a character on the canvas and Gio’s story has nothing to do with Joss’s. He’s not Dex’s romantic replacement. I’m sorry you’re sad about losing Dex but these two are not the a result of the law of cause and effect.
Yes gio’s story has plenty to do with joss because that should of been. Dex storyline with different parents and joss comforting him
We’ve respectfully tried to reason with you on this topic. The character of Gio was created with the direct intent of creating a Quartermaine-Corinthos offspring.
Dex was initially introduced as a non-contract henchman hired by Michael to infiltrate Sonny’s organization. To Evan Hofer’s credit, he made an initial impact to warrant a contract. Once Dex was exposed as a mole, there was little to do with him story wise.
We all have favorite characters, but soap history dictates that some characters are more valuable dead than alive.
They could of made him Jason sons they didn’t have to kill him
But then why replace him with a clone like Vaughn when you could of had dex in the wsb
No one other than Joslyn and Brennan know who Vaughan is. Just how would Dex fit into the role being played by Vaughan when everyone in Port Charles knew who Dex was.. meaning he could not slip into an undercover role like Vaughan has. Your disappointment over the loss of Dex is unfounded and just plain silly.
I think Emma is also an WSB agent.
To be honest, I wasn’t sold on Braedyn when she first started as Emma. I missed Brooklyn Rae Silzer, who we literally watched grow up on the show. I understand they wanted to age Emma, which happens on soaps.
The biggest difference was Emma’a sudden change in attitude, which was the polar opposite of the Emma we knew for so many years. That was on the writing more than anything else, with such a jarring change out of nowhere.
But I have to give Braedyn her props, she’s won me over and then some. She’s grown into the character and made Emma her own. She impressed me when she more than held her own in scenes with the legend herself Jane Elliot.
I like Gio and Emma together. She has good chemistry with Giovanni Mazza, who proved over the past two weeks with some heavy material that he’s got some solid acting talent. I think GH might have a potential new superstar couple on their hands, if they don’t screw it up.
I think it’s a bit early to declare anyone a supercouple but they’re at least taking their time with them. They’re gonna need actual obstacles and a good story arc to be supercouple level.
General Hospital
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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