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The Cast of ‘General Hospital’ Delivers the ‘Power Performance of the Week’
General Hospital fans knew when Sam McCall suddenly died of a heart attack (for a yet unspecified reason) it would provide plenty of material for the cast who have been a part of Sam’s on-screen story over the years. Sadly, in order to have this tearjerker of a drama, we had to say goodbye to Kelly Monaco, who for 21-years played the fan favorite character.
As the story picked up last week, all of Sam’s loved ones eventually learned she passed and the grieving was so raw and gut-wrenching. In the episodes that followed Sam’s death, the ensemble cast of GH portrayed their heartbreak making most fans reach for the hankies several times over. There will be no question that come Emmy time, Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis) has to be a lock for a Lead Actress nomination for her realistic portrayal of a mother trying to comprehend the unimaginable.
In addition, Dominic Zamprogna (Dante) has been tremendous and has been given the ball as the grieving fiancé who doesn’t know how he is going to move on without Sam. Meanwhile, Sam’s longtime love, Jason Morgan, played beautifully in scenes with poignant and understated performances by Steve Burton, seems to have the mandate of breaking the bad news to anyone else who loved Sam.
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Throughout the week, there were other knock-it-out-of-the-park moments. In particular, a young Finn Carr as Rocco, who admits to his grandmother, Laura Collins (Genie Francis), that he feels responsible for Sam’s death. The heartbreaking moment when Spinelli (Bradford Anderson) learned his ‘Fair Samantha’ was gone, and the touching scene where Spinelli says that Sam was the first person that gave him a chance, while Jason said it was because of her that the two are such good friends now, and let’s not forget that hug at the door.
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Then, there was the grieving Davis girls, each handling despair over the death of their sister in different ways. Kristina (Kate Mansi), wailing at God in the hospital chapel and collapsing in her brother Michael’s (Chad Duell) arms, while Molly (Kristen Vaganos) is less histrionic, but trying to hold it together only to realize she cannot fight back her feelings. Then, there was Alexis needing her girls to be there for her, and each other and to stop the in-fighting!
We saw Carly (Laura Wright) heartbroken at watching Jason and Sam’s son, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn). struggling with the loss of his mother, but saying he has to be strong for his little sister, Scout (Cosette Abinante), while Scout is missing her “mommy” as she tells her father, Drew (Cameron Mathison). Jason also had the task of telling Diane (Carolyn Hennesy), who was also visibly shaken and upset, and we have yet to have the scene where Diane comes to comfort her best friend, Alexis.
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On the Friday, November 8th episode, Alexis, who is planning the funeral for her daughter, tells Dante she thinks Sam’s kids should live with her, which was also another hankie-inducing moment. Elsewhere, Lucas (Van Hansis) is blaming himself for the death of his half-sister, believing there must be something he did wrong in the surgery, or in her post-op care, and is comforted by his ex, Brad Cooper (Parry Shen).
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With so many heartfelt and gut-wrenching moments abound, Michael Fairman TV names the ensemble cast of General Hospital the resounding choice for the ‘Power Performance of the Week’.
Now below, let us know the standout moment from the aftermath of Sam McCall’s death thus far that has touched you, or deeply-affected you the most via the comment section below.
Even if Nancy gets a nomination I don’t expect her to be happy about it, because of the fact that Kelly Monaco got kicked off of the show and now Trump being the president again, We know she’s so political so I wouldn’t expect her to be truly excited about it, She could say that She’s grateful for the nomination but that’s about all you can get out of her.
You could have stopped at Kelly being fired! Her politics are just that, her politics and her expressing it her right.
Why did she get fired! Guess I’m behind times.
It’s still a free country.
What in the world does Trump, have to do with this?
Can’t we at least immerse ourselves in the fantasy world of Port Charles for an hour without being reminded of the world around us and all of its issues….c’mon ppl
Totally agree why oh why cant people leave politics out of EVERYTHING. If you dont like it then leave this country. No one would care
Amen.
It’s pretty funny, all these people going to leave if Trump won. I don’t see anyone leaving…..
It’s posturing. These narcissists seriously believe that their feelings are the only ones that count and that the world really cares what they think or feel. These people are seriously mentally unhinged and truly need psychological help and major coping skills. So sad that we’re talking about adults who you would think would more sane and mature by now in their lives. Nancy and all the other left celebrities need to realize that no one cares what they do or say and that their job is to entertain us. They need to keep their mouths shut when it comes to politics. They’re not that special to think what they do or say will hold any clout. America has spoken and these people were wrong. Unfortunately, they will never acknowledge that they were. Again, narcissistic behavior won’t let them admit it. Get a hold of yourself already it. You lost. Life goes on
The answer to that is that President Trump has absolutely nothing to do with it. Some of us watch the show for entertainment the same reason we read spoilers and such about it.
Hands down the powerful performance came from a very different storyline on GH with Sasha (Sofia Mattsson)…. Sofia killed it as she discovered that Robert Scorpio is her father. Now we need Robin to return to meet her half-sister, I mean Kimberly came back to meet her half-brother, Peter August. Sofia has a had great material with scenes with her mother Holly and that whole dynamic. (Regardless of the first cousin thing with Cody)… Sofia proves that she’s on this fascinating storyline which means I am sure we will have more of Tristan Rogers! Loving the scenes with Holly & Robert. And… the fallout of the Cody cousin thing and finding out her father is Robert, then Sasha hit the sheets with Michael! I really loved Sasha with Brando… When she lost Liam, Sofia was once again, fantastic.
Maybe they can get Joan Collins to play Holly’s mother, who raised Sasha.
I think Joan Collins would be perfect as Holly’s mother!
What You Know Joe Collins played her mother on Dynasty
I’ve never been a fan of Alexis nor her portrayer but nevertheless give credit where credit is due. She was in too much shock to pass out and actually still is. I loved it when she told the girls she needed them and how she said it. Definitely a nomination. Jason and Dante in their different ways but still their portrayers are doing a phenomenal job and the ones supporting them all and her brother… Yes, I agree with performances of the week and we haven’t seen what’s to come.
The outstanding performance was Stone Cold’s gut wrenching emotional and tearful loss of the love of his life. All others were magnificent, but his stands out the most. Several Emmys should be won.
I agree the ensamble cast did an outstanding job, which we expect from vets like NLG, Steve and Dominic. But I was most impressed with Finn Carr. He was fantastic. He is one of GH’s hidden treasures. I hope we see more of him going forward, especially in the teen scene. Carr handled his scenes with Genie like a seasoned pro.
Agreed.
I haven’t watched GH in a few years but, Sam was one of my favorites to know she’s no longer going to be a cast feels weird .
I turned it off for the first time today, was so bored… and Kirstin crashing cars with Natalia?? Yes, I was so bored.
Get a story going…or I think I will be gone
I thought Nancy was fabulous but the way Jason’s scene went down brought the tears flowing.
Also I agree with Phil the remark from Devin Murphy was snarky plus everyone’s has the right to state their opinions. Remember the “First Amendment “.
Beautifully portrayed. So sorry to see Kelly go. But the acting from multiple actors has been award worthy. Maybe the passion infused seems of grieving have inspired a change of heart. Writers, write her into their memories for 20 more years. Unless she is blessed with bigger and better opportunities. Which is a given, of course.
Right on but special shout outs to the characters of Alexis Davis and her almost son in law for consistently powerful scenes Hers touching ( sonny n Diane)and heartbreaking and bewildered by Dante.
Jason is the only Actor who never gets to display emotions , but listening to stone cold saying goodbye to the love of his life, the only woman he ever loved, OMG!!!
That was so real!
Jason’s acting career is at the top of every soap Emmy.
Dude u were so real. I taught it was your real life wife.
I agree, as most everyone here, definitely freaking powerful!! Jason was undstated, as he always is, it was his look of pure devastation that got me crying watching him, and his conversation with Sam was OMFG just heartbreaking of course Everyone did a phenomenal job!!!!
I kept wondering though… tell me if u did too… WHY with this much out-pouring (writers wrote) HOW could they kick Kelly off the show????
I mean Man they ALL poured their hearts out, and as I’m watching, crying lol, I’m talking to the TV!!! “She is soooo loved, WHY make her leave???” When any of them would say how much she cared, she was loved, how she affected their lives, I’m yelling “exactly, so why make her leave???”
You guys wrote these great scripts for her departure, knowing how loved she is by us tooo, so WHY kick her off???
Idk, maybe it’s just me, maybe I’m “too into it” but …. just my two cents…
It’s so strange…we all know it’s just a soap.but we get so immersed in the story..it seems real…like I hate Ava and the last one married to Sonny. But it’s just a story !!!
I agree, as most everyone here, definitely freaking powerful!! Jason was undstated, as he always is, it was his look of pure devastation that got me crying watching him, and his conversation with Sam was OMFG just heartbreaking of course Everyone did a phenomenal job!!!!
I kept wondering though… tell me if u did too… WHY with this much out-pouring (writers wrote, they delivered) HOW could they kick Kelly off the show????
I mean Man they ALL poured their hearts out, and as I’m watching, crying lol, talking to the TV! “She is soooo loved, WHY make her leave??? When any of them would say how much she cared, she was loved, how she affected their lives, I’m yelling “exactly, so why make her leave???”
You guys wrote these great scripts for her departure, knowing how loved she is, so WHY kick her off???
Idk, maybe it’s just me, maybe I’m “too into it” but ….
I think Nancy and Steve both deserve an Emmy nod for their scenes last week at Sam’s bedside! They both had me in tears!
Spinnelli absolutely outstanding. Alexis. Jason, Dante. Everyone WOW . I have lost a son
In his 30s. Totally unexpected. It hit me right in my heart and my stomach. Unbelievable acting. KUDOS.
Sam was a powerful lady with so much love to give even to save a woman’s life. I am going to miss Sam as she was one of my favorite characters
I agree with everyone, especially about firing Kelly and I would quit watching this damn show tomorrow, but I would be just spiting myself.Ive gotten to the point of either accepting the poor writing and acting, also long pauses between some of the good plots, while filling in with ” who cares” crap and making us wait days for the good stuff to pick-up again. Wondering if this is a new tactic?
The latest ratings are out for the week of October 26-30, 2026 and the big takeaways include: that CBS daytime’s Beyond the Gates was separated by only 23,000 viewers behind third place (of the soaps) General Hospital! For the last several weeks, Beyond the Gates has been closing the gap on this year’s winner for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, and continuing to best GH in the key demos.
According to the latest Nielsen ratings breakdown from Soap Opera Network, the final week of October brought Beyond the Gates 1.790 million on average tuning-in and the show set a season high in total viewers. Meanwhile, General Hospital hit a new season low! The long-running ABC soap had 1.813 million for the week, and once again the series did not go over the 2 million mark.
Meanwhile, in the key Women 18-49 demo, Beyond the Gates was firmly ahead of GH with a rating share of 0.21, while General Hospital had 0.17 rating share.Then, in the key Women 25-54 demo, Beyond the Gates was once again ahead of the ABC soap with a ratings share for that demo at 0.30 while GH came in with 0.26.
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MORE BY THE NUMBERS
In addition and comparatively, Beyond the Gates +22,000 viewers week-to-week, and had the largest gains in viewership year-to-year in daytime TV with +267,000 from this in 2025.. However, General Hospital seems to be going in reverse. The show was down -56,000 viewers week-over-week and down -22,000 year-over-year .
BEYOND THE GATES
Let’s take a look at some of the storylines that had people tuning-in to Beyond the Gates during the ratings week:
Hayley (Marquita Goings) attempted a massive shocker regarding her pregnancy and tried to use it to extract money from Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett). Although, Bill saw right through her game, he demanded a paternity test, and made it clear he has no intention of raising the child—planning instead to pay her off to take the baby and leave. Meanwhile, Hayley confided her plan to her cousin Randy (Maurice P. Kerry).
Jacob Hawthorne (Jibre Hordges) and Naomi Hamilton (Arielle Prepetit) clashed over Jacob’s ongoing investigation into The Impaler, causing significant strain in their marriage. At the same time, Smitty (Mike Manning) considered taking matters into his own hands—including potentially heading to Mexico for evidence—while Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) worried about what comes next.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL
Over at General Hospital for the ratings period, the story served up included:
Carly (Laura Wright) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) teamed up to investigate what really happened to Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna). Later, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) leads them to Jack’s dead body.
Jude (Wil Traval) dropped a bombshell claim to Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn); that he is Phoebe’s father, while Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Chase (Josh Swickard) signed their divorce papers.
Then, Danny caught Rocco (Finn Carr) and Scout (Kayden Brenna Tokarski) sharing a kiss, plus the shocking return of Heather Webber (Alley Mills) capped the week.
Now the questions become; without having much promotional synergy in the ABC day-part to draw more eyeballs it is not helping but hurting General Hospital. It seems Beyond the Gates is also a benefactor of a one-two-three punch of CBS soaps (Y&R, B&B and BTG) and promotion.
However, that still doesn’t take away the fact that Beyond the Gates is close to besting GH in all ratings category as they go head-to-head in some markets across the country.
So, are you excited to see Beyond the Gates climb in the ratings? Are you concerned for General Hospital? Do you think they can stave off Beyond the Gates in total viewers or will the upstart soap overtake them in the next ratings report? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
Antonio Sabáto Jr., the former Jagger Cates of General Hospital and GH: Night Shift, and the former Dante Damiano of The Bold and the Beautiful has issued his first public statement since the incident involving his son, Jack’s arrest in Alaska for a fatal hit-and-run.
Jack is the son of Sabáto Jr. and Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen, and according to court documents obtained by KTUU Jack, was allegedly driving a white Chevy Tahoe when he hit and killed Carl Simmonds, 42, near an intersection in Anchorage around 5:35 a.m. on Monday, November 9.
The reports indicated that Jack fled the scene — but later decided to called the cops to say he hit “something” that “suddenly appeared in the road” while he was “doing late-night DoorDashing.”
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Now, Antonio has taken to his Instagram breaking his silence on the situation, sharing, “At this time, my family and I are navigating an extremely sensitive and deeply personal matter.”
He added, “As a father, my love for my children remains unconditional, and my priority is the well-being of my family. We ask that the public and members of the media honor our privacy during this difficult time and keep us all in your thoughts and prayers.”
The soap alum concluded, “I also wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the gentleman who tragically lost his life. My thoughts and prayers are with them as well. We sincerely appreciate your compassion, understanding, and respect for the privacy of everyone affected.”
Jack Sabáto was arraigned in court on Tuesday, November 10 with bail set at $5,000, and a no-driving order and the potential of $5,000 penalty fees if he fails to attend future court appearances.
Antonio is the father to Jack, 34, daughter, Mina Sabato, 24 and son, Antonio Sabáto III, 15.
This is a developing story. You can check out Antonio’s official statement below.
So, let us know your thoughts on this tragic hit-and-run, which claimed the life of another man, and Antonio’s statement, via the comment section below.
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Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Ava’s (Maura West) daughter Avery looks quite different, starting on today’s November 9 episode of General Hospital. That’s because GH has made Avery into a full-blown teenager and the role is now being played by actress Alya Bullington.
In her debut, the Tennessee native was thrown into the deep soap waters with Daytime Emmy winners, Maurice Benard and Eden McCoy (Josslyn). Bullington weighed-in to TV Insider about her first scene which featured Avery overhearing a fight between Sonny and Josslyn.
She explained “It was something I have never done before, I did not have a lot of experience with the screaming and the crying stuff, but I got my first script, and I was like, ‘OK, this is a huge opportunity to learn so much about how that stuff works and to become this character that I have never even tried playing before.’”
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THE TEENAGED VERSION OF AVERY WILL HAVE A LOT TO CONTEND WITH
Speaking of working with McCoy, Bullington shared, “She’s incredible. I remember her just laughing and making jokes on set, and then the minute that they started taping, she just locked in and she cried immediately, and my first thought was, ‘I want to be able to do that.’
The soap opera newcomer added, “I think she just inspired me so much because she is so great and she can just lock into whatever character she wants to in the moment.”
The character of Avery was born back in 2014, but as recently as the October 8 episode of General Hospital, the character was suddenly referred to as a teenager. This is the second young female character in recent months to be aged up following the casting of Kayden Brenna Tokarski as Scout Cain.
As for her take on Avery and what’s ahead, Alya said,“She’s emotional, and she’s curious, and she’s a really fun person to play because so much stuff is happening in her life. I think she’s kind of confused about what’s happening and what to believe.”
So, what do you think about General Hospital making Avery a teenager? Are you excited to see the conflict between Sonny, Ava and Avery now that they have aged up the character? Share your thoughts and welcome Alya to GH via the comment section below.
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