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Is FBI Agent John “Jagger” Cates on the Level? GH’s Finola Hughes, Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson Weigh-in
When John “Jagger” Cates resurfaced on General Hospital in recent months in the form of Adam J. Harrington taking over the role originally played Antonio Sabato Jr,. know one knew quite sure just what side of the law is Cates really on? And, is he back in Port Charles to settle old scores with Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Jason (Steve Burton)?
What viewers have learned is that when Jason was taken captive two and half years ago, back in November of 2021, he was taken to Quantico, where Agent Cates had multiple RICO violations on Jason and was going to send him to prison for years, unless he worked for Cates and his team, in which Jason has been an informant working on the inside on the Pikeman arms deal case, or so it appears.
Now on the latest episode of Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson’s Daily Drama podcast, Finola Hughes (Anna) stopped by to chat with her GH co-stars and all three weighed-in on just what they think maybe going on with John Cates.
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Bradford Anderson brought up that maybe Agent Cates isn’t working on the level. Hughes responded, “I don’t know, I’m not sure.” Burton added, “Yeah, we’re not sure. There’s some unknowns coming, so we’ll figure that out. But, it’s been a fun story to play for sure. I really like it. A lot of layers to it. I’s been excellent stuff to be back with for sure.”
Finola added, “I think we’re gonna be going through finding out who certain people are that are coming on canvas, like John Cates and Brennan (Charles Mesure) and where do they all fit in?”
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Steve added, “You’ve got Pikeman and what their real motives are. “Jagger” obviously. And then, Pikeman is not facing on-screen.” The question of if Pikeman is a person also got brought by Anderson, to which his co-stars added, they believe it’s a company.
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Explaining more about Brennan and what he was up to was answered by Hughes,”That’s a sort of throwback, perhaps back in the day at WSB. He just came on the canvas briefly. Nobody knows if he’s goo (or bad). I (Anna) got him put in prison, so he’s off, and out of the way right now.”
You can check out the latest edition of the Daily Drama podcast below.
Now let us know, who do you think John “Jagger” Cates is working for? FBI, Pikeman, himself, or some other unknown entity or enemy? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
As of now I think Jagger is working for the FBI to take down Pikeman and find out who Pikeman is? Jagger hates Sonny, but he did order Jason to make sure the shooter missed Sonny. So I do think he is protecting Sonny. I am more suspicious of Ava’s motives than I am of Jagger’s. Ava is manipulating Sonny. Plus, I still want to know who is the mole in Sonny’s organization?
Ava could be the mole in sonny’s organization.
Considering both Ava herself and her daughter Avery were targets when the snipers invaded Sonny’s private island a month or so ago, that would seem unlikely.
And up until that point, Sonny didn’t really discuss “business matters” with Ava, except for the rare cases where it directly might impact Avery, and Ava had a right to know as her mother. Such as when they had to hire the fake nanny who turned out to be a mole for the “Pawtuck Mafia”.
I’m sick of Ava latching onto any available guy on the show. Morgan was the worst. She should be Sonny’s friend, and nothing more.
That’s because they hold Maura West in such high esteem, she can do no wrong. She probably writes her own scripts.
I still think it is Brick
So do i
Where do you get Jagger’s ordered to make sure they miss Sonny?! Jason’s been doing that on his own, literally making Jagger mad! Yeah, just what is Ava up to? We were teased a few weeks ago we’d know more about Austin but nothing yet. I’m now wondering how long Valentin has had Sonny’s meds played with, it would explain a lot… But still. I thought Ava was falling for Sonny, which could be still and I love how she is dressing lately, sexier and not those slacks that do not compliment her at all… Anyhow, if she was falling for him with no ulterior motives, she would have immediately made sure he got the message about Dante but once again, she did do it in a way to take credit for checking on Dante. That has to be a family member, right? Don’t like Cates. I like how Brennan made no secret about his interest in Carly .
Jason isn’t protecting himself as per your article, “where Agent Cates had multiple RICO violations on Jason and was going to send him to prison for years.” Jason said he was protecting someone else from what I remember. Also, I thought it was established when last we saw Brenna (before his arrest) that he was Pikeman, and, at that point, he ordered Anna to be killed. So before the new writers came aboard, Brennan wasn’t a good guy. As for Jagger, I think he is.
I understood that Brenna was Pikeman. I think so called Jagger is playing both sides of the law the good n bad
I thought Jagger was the bad guy, but now I haven’t figured him out. Jason did say he was protecting somebody. I think it might be Sonny. That would make Sonny feel like a heel when he learns the truth, but Sonny isn’t getting his proper medication thanks to Valentin. You’d think those close to him would be suspicious of his actions.
I don’t like the writers making Valentin a bad guy again.
Valentin has always been a dick, just like his father. Such a waste too, because he can really play a good guy when needed.
I think Jagger is a good guy but he does have a grudge against Sonny
I don’t know! I’m actually not a fan of his, so if he disappears tomorrow it wouldn’t phase me. I started watching GH in the ‘60s (I’d hurry home from grade school) and still watch it today! I learned one thing though, my husband is not interested in soaps. Lol. Oh, and when I was working, I listened to it on my transistor radio, then on my cellphone.
The summer of Luke & Laura I was 17 & had started working in a law office. I used to call home & my little sister would put the phone next to the tv & turn it up when GH was on! I would pretend at work to be on hold!!
Gloria your story made me smile.
I find their podcast to be very annoying.
Your good news is that no one is pointing a gun to your head to listen to it.
Alrighty then.
I think Jagger is a joke, they should have gotten a Latino to play the part, calling himself Jagger is wrong and the writers know it. As far as being an FBI he has a plan to get rid of Sanny n Jason
From what I have read, Antonio Sabato Jr, who played Jagger originally, was not asked to reprise the role. That, because he has been allegedly blacklisted in Hollywood for his past and often openly outspoken, political beliefs. My own personal political stance is in direct opposition to his. However, it is his right to support and advocate for whomever and whatever he wants. If the allegations are true, I think it is totally unfair that he is blacklisted.I do like the actor currently portraying Jagger, but I think Antonio Sabato should have been offered the opportunity to reprise the role first. He created the character. What does the rest of you GH fans think?
I hadn’t heard negative publicity about Sabato, but I also think it would’ve been better to have the original character back. We would have recognized the character then.
I don’t think Sabato could’ve carried some of scenes that Harrington has. The confrontation between Sonny and Jagger/John on the docks for one
He badmouthed Frank Valentini; told Ingo on Twitter that “Frank what’s-his-face” should be fired. And then he was “shocked and pissed” that he wasn’t asked back to play the role!!!! LOL! He sounds erratic and unstable; boasting about how it’s HIS role; how it belongs to him and he should be the one playing it. He’s not going to be asked back. I think nuJagger is hot and doing a great job. It was obviously intentional to cast someone so different in looks that Sabato.
I agree 100%. Blacklisting someone for his/her political beliefs goes back to the McCarthy era in the 1950’s. It’s wrong and disgusting.
And yes, it would have been nice to see Sabato back in the role. This guy they have doesn’t do anything for me. Meh.
Jagger not being a Latino thing, but a Rolling Stone thing
He doesn’t call himself Jagger, only certain other people do, like Sonny for instance. He calls himself John Cates, I think it’s only the ones who don’t like him, like myself that call him Jagger.
Why would they get a Latino to play Jagger; he wasn’t Latin as I recall. And the casting dept obviously went with a different look on purpose; maybe it was to stick it to Sabato who was being a jackass to Frank Valentini, the producer, before the role was even recast. And, no, it doesn’t look like he’s trying to get rid of Sonny. We just found out Pikeman…Brennan and Valentin, are.
I think he is working for the Cassadines or Cyrus.
Valentin.
The story is boring to me. Just can’t get into it.
Give it some time , new storylines are sometimes boring and they drag until they really get going and more facts are revealed.
I think back to when he showed concern for Leo and reassured Olivia that his adult son is thriving. So I hope he ends up being a good guy.
I need your favor and your help to send john jasper smith to jail where he belongs and leave General Hospital do not come back again never come to port charles ny
I am very much liking the Agent Cates storyline and have missed getting caught up on it the last several episodes.
I need anna need arrested jasper cates and I am working on with anna get jasper cates leave port charles ny for anna. And and one thing we need get carly out of prison. I need jason or drew get carly out
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.
General Hospital fans took to social media following the airing of the Wednesday, October 21 episode of the ABC daytime drama series. In story, Molly (Kristen Vaganos) reveals to Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) that she has received an offer to join the top law firm in Chicago that practices civil law. She says it’s her dream job.
The problem Molly says is relocating from Port Charles and uprooting her life and being away from her mother, Scout and boyfriend Cody Bell (Josh Kelly). Wistful that she may lose another daughter to a long-distance situation (Kristina left a few months back to go to medical school in California), Alexis urged Molly to get Cody to go with her.
Molly still seemed concerned and has trouble committing to the idea. Alexis tells her to talk it over with Cody. Meanwhile, Cody asked Tracy (Jane Elliot) is he can have Thanksgiving off because he and Molly planned to spend Thanksgiving together with their families. After initially balking, Tracy agrees.
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WILL MOLLY AND CODY HEAD TO CHI-TOWN?
Later, Cody shows up at Miller & Davis and the conversation turned to Thanksgiving dinner that Alexis is hosting. Molly and Cody asked her not to cook anything. Cody hugged Molly reassuring Alexis that he and Molly would take care of whatever was needed on Turkey Day.
So, this raises the question, why out of nowhere are we learning that Molly received an amazing law offer in Chicago, if the character was not being written out? If Molly leaves the canvas, would the character of Cody make his exit too?
Kristen Vaganos joined GH as a recast Molly Lansing-Davis back in September of 2023 and went on contract in August of 2024. Josh Kelly began playing Cody Bell back in June of 2022. Initial reports were that Kelly joined the show on contract and then as of June 2025 went on recurring status with the show per his choice.
Do you see a world where GH is writing out Molly and Cody? Would you be sad to see Kristen and Josh exit the soap opera? If this is not what is going on, is this just a plot point for some other story that is upcoming? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
It’s been over two-years since his last appearance on General Hospital, now fan favorite Kin Shriner (Scott Baldwin) has taken to social media to share his thoughts on the casting of his grown-up TV daughter, Serena Baldwin now played by Kelly Kruger.
Kelly took over the role of Serena on-screen starting with the July 30, 2026 episode and has been ensconced in the storyline with her mother, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), in trying to win back full creative control of Deception for her.
In fact on the Monday, October 19 episode of the ABC soap opera, Serena tried to dupe Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) into signing over Michael’s (Rory Gibson) shares of the company. Jason caught on and wondered why she was doing this. She claimed she just wanted to help her mom gain creative control from Tracy (Jane Elliot) rather than full ownership, and begged Jason to keep quiet about it, which he agreed to for now.
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WHERE IS SCOTT?
On Monday, Shriner also took to X and said, “I think Kelly Kruger is doing a great job on General Hospital, and she and Lynn Herring work well together.” That was followed by comments in his thread about the show needing to bring back Scott too.
In fact, back on August 25, Shriner also took to X with a reminder that Scott is still around and ready to come back to Port Charles, sharing, “Scotty Baldwin always fits in he just needs the right sport coat !!!!”
The last time Serena mentioned her father Scott was when Kruger made her debut and informed Lucy that her father was, “living his best life in Key West.” Meanwhile, Shriner posts on his X account continually and shared back on August 2, that it has been 49 years since he made his on-screen debut as then teenaged, Scotty Baldwin and thanked the fans for al the love and support.
So, now let us know, are you enjoying Kelly Kruger as Serena Baldwin? Do you want to see GH bring back Scott Baldwin into the story, so Serena has both her parents in Port Charles? Do you like the potential of Jason and Serena pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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