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General Hospital Casts ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ Alum Janet Hubert As Mike’s New Love Interest
Intriguing casting news out of Port Charles on Sunday. The ABC daytime drama series has tapped former Fresh Prince of Bel-Air star Janet Hubert to play the character of Yvonne,who is said to be a love interest for Mike (Max Gail) at the nursing home he is now in.
According to EW.com, Yvonne will end up having a connection to someone or someones on the canvas.
Hubert’s first episode is slated to air on December 7th. Sitcom fans remember Janet from “Fresh Prince’ in scenes with Will Smith in the series in the role of Vivian Banks.
GH is not Janet’s first soap, either. She appeared on One Life to Live as Evangeline Williamson’s (Renee Elise Goldsberry) and Layla Williamsom’s (Tika Sumpter) mother, Lisa. The actress also appeared on All My Children as Alice Dawson.
In another twist, Hubert will reunite with Vernee Watson (Stella)om GH. The two appeared together on “Fresh Prince”, where Watson played Will’s mother.
So does this mean that Yvonne and Stella are both going to be romantically interested in Mike Corbin?
What do you think of the casting news? Interested to see this next leg of Mike’s story as he declines from Alzheimer’s, but may find love? Comment below.
Aunt Viv Vs Mama Smith! This is going to be interesting!
Can’t wait to see Stella’s reaction to this.
Uummm, why? Seems completely pointless to bring on all these irrelevant new characters. Not in the slightest bit interested.
Just get your Fast Forward button ready, Joe–that’s what I’m doing. Stella is like nails on a chalkboard for me. I can’t imagine what horrors await us.
ehh it will be short lived..
it’s something different so why not..
She is just for a little time, nothing to get excited over – shes headed for the exit door..
sorry as much as i love janet hubert mike does not need a love interest in his condition
Seriously? Another new face? This show is in the toilet!
I hear you, AVP. I can bearly tolerate Stella and Jordan, and Curtis has more chemistry with Drew than either of them. Between this, the obnoxious faux-daughter of Nina, the insipid teacher who has bewilderingly bewitched two gorgeous men (Michael & Chase), and the horrific Charlotte, I’m hitting FF more than ever.
YUP! AGREED!
Ain’t that the truth, AVP??? Although I must add that I very fondly recall this lady as the sassy, irrepressible Adina Phillips on Denis Leary’s hilariously brutal sitcom, “The Job!” She was an absolute laugh riot and I loved every minute of her all-too-brief domineering presence with husband “Pip” and especially, Leary’s “Mike Mc Neil,” of whom she clearly could not abide!!!!
I never watched the Belair Prince, probably wasn’t in my years..
Why not just bring back Mike’s old girlfriend Rita…
Interesting. Very, very interesting…
WE – all know – that @GH never expected , the longevity that Max Gail masterclass
his heartwarming affect, has transfixed
once again.. tho… let’s feature him… since @GH is going to wring this out.. regardless of Mike “condition”. OUTSIDE OF Sonny and Carly.. so we can “move” on ; if @GH wants to continue REELING. I would… because watching Mike and Stella… do any thing… is ^^^ REAL HEART.. which this show NEEDS in spades.. THIS show needs a lot of things.. good script and good actors… when we see continually the same old same old same characters day in and day out… mind numbing blew it stupid
so to see this great surprise… with Mike and Stella… ???? perhaps this is the intent of the show.. that while he whittles away at his respite… this dance
this dance must move without Sonny and Carly
it’s just a shame it’s not with Stella.. what could the reasoning be ? that she’s a social worker ?
I don’t even think Frank Valentini knows what’s going on… you bring on a lady interest for Max… and out of nowhere.. Marcus shows up… from Stella past ? this is supposed to stave off the audience who are clamoring for MORE OF just Max and Stella ? what gives.. ? this is botched all around… you have two outstanding actors… with Max Gail AND Vernee Watson.. who , are outstanding. I agree with another post.. in Max condition ?!?! he gets a love interest and is asking Stella if she’s jealous , next thing you know.. Marcus is greeting Stella. NUT UP Frank / Shelly / Chris… NUT UP
I applaud GH for devoting a storyline to characters that are not 20 and model-pretty and actually have talent. This isn’t a swipe at any specific storyline on this show, but a recognition that, over the past 10- 20 years, few older actors have had a place in daytime (other than those established in long running roles) in lieu of giving the latest model/actor the opportunity to learn to act while getting paid to be on a show. The results of hiring a Max Gail to play the aging Mike Corbin are clear: multi generational storytelling can be intriguing and buzz worthy and a great lesson for the genre to ‘re-learn’. Now if we could just give Max and Felicia something to do on a semi regular basis, that would be awesome. 🙂
I hate it!
With the sudden appearance of “Marcus”, it seems fairly obvious the direction this will be going. Marcus has mentioned that his wife is somehow “impaired”. He didn’t specifically mention Alzheimer’s but that seemed to be the implication the way the conversation was going. So this “Yvonne” character will probably be Marcus’s wife, who meets Mike at this nursing home or whatever it is, and – probably because she forgets she’s married – develops feelings for Mike. Leading to some bizzare senior citizen quadrangle which will end up being as unwatchable as the quad of Cam/Joss/Spencer/Emma when they were all still in third grade.
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2026 Daytime Emmy Awards: ‘Extra’ Partners with NATAS for Pre-Ceremony Red Carpet Stream; Week of Segments Leading to Ceremony and Post-Coverage
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) announced on Thursday that the syndicated entertainment news series, Extra will be its partner for exclusive coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards being held on Friday, October 30 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
The 2026 Daytime Emmys as previously reported can be seen streamed via the The Emmys,YouTube channel, via watch.theemmys.tv, as well as on the official Emmys app, available for phones, tablets, and smart TVs.
Here’s a breakdown of the pre, during and post Daytime Emmys coverage via Extra below!
Beginning Monday, October 26, Extra will feature five nights of dedicated Daytime Emmys segments leading up to the ceremony, giving fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the award show.
In addition, Mona Kosar Abdi, Weekend Host & Senior Correspondent with Extra will host the pre-show red carpet stream on the @TheEmmys Youtube channel.
Extra host and Dancing with the Stars judge, Derek Hough will present during the ceremony, and correspondent Terri Seymour will also host coverage throughout the evening.
Extra’s weekend edition (A WEEK FOLLOWING the ceremony) will features notable red carpet moments, winner reactions, and exclusive footage from the night’s festivities.
The entertainment news program is also nominated for three Daytime Emmy Awards going into the ceremony.
So, what do you think of Extra’s scheduled upcoming coverage of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards starting on Monday? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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.
Congratulations are in order for three-time Emmy winner, Tom Pelphrey (ex-GL and ATWT) and his fiancée Big Bang Theory star, Kaley Cuoco! The couple welcomed their second baby daughter together on October 12, and revealed they named the little bundle of joy, Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey.
Tom and Kaley shared the news via their Instagram accounts on Wednesday with some adorable baby pics. Cuoco captioned the photo“🎀Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey🎀. 💖10/12/26💖. There are no words to describe this feeling once again. What a blessing.
Cuoco added, “We are so grateful for the crazy wild up and down journey that brought us to our little Philo! Family officially complete 😭Time to bring Matilda’s baby home! 😂💕”
Photo: KCuoco IG
BABY MAKES FOUR
Next, Kaley shared her love for the father of her children, exclaiming, “Tom Pelphrey, life exploded the minute we met, and the gifts keep coming. I love you forever , girl daddy! 💘.”
Philomena now joins big sister, Matilda mwho was born in 2023, as part of the Pelphrey/Cuoco family! Tom and Kaley began dating in 2022 and became engaged in 2024.
Daytime fans first saw the talented actor on Guiding Light as Jonathan Randall, the son of Reva Shayne (Kim Zimmer). Tom won two Daytime Emmys for his memorable performances during his run from 2004-2009.
He later played Mick Dante on As the World Turns from 2009-2010, before heading to work in primetime and motion pictures. Last month, Pelphrey one the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in HBO’s Task.
TOM PELPHREY CELEBRATES EMMY WIN AND NEW DAUGHTER WITHIN A MONTH OF EACH OTHER
After winning his Emmy, the expectant dad told E! News, “We’re both so excited. Our daughter’s excited. We’ll see how it goes when it actually gets there.” Tom added, “The things that are new and the things that feel like not a big deal this time. But mom and baby are healthy, so God willing, that keeps up, and we’re thrilled,” added the actor.
Pelphrey took to his own Instagram and said on the birth of his second daughter, “Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey. Another miracle. Welcome to our family youngest queen! Kaley you showed up in every way as a partner and a mom even when you weren’t feeling your best- you’re a CHAMPION. The girls and I would be lost without you. Thank God for the gift of this family and these girls.”
Jumping in to the comment thread to congratulate Tom and Kaley were Beyond the Gates star Ashley Jones (Heather), Dave Annabelle, Martha Plimpton, Alyssa Milano and many more.
Share your congrats and well-wishes to Tom, Kaley, Matilda and their new addition to the family, little Philomena via the comment section below.
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