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‘General Hospital’s’ Jane Elliot Looks Back at Her 60 Years on Television, Plus Career-Defining Role as Tracy Quartermaine

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From her first soap opera and television in role in 1965 in A Flame in the Wind, to her iconic role as Tracy Quartermaine on General Hospital, Daytime Emmy-winner and Gold Circle honoree, Jane Elliot, is reflecting on her 60-year career during an interview with ABC7’s entertainment guru, George Pennacchio.

Jane’s career has included: playing a nun in the 1969 motion picture, Change of Habit starring Mary Tyler Moore and Elvis Presley, to several primetime guest appearances including on Kojak, her role as Judy Trent on Knots Landing (1980-1981), to her stunning performances on daytime.

Who can ever forget Guiding Light’s Carrie Todd Marler (1981-1982), a woman who suffered from multiple personalities and was a murderer, or All My Children’s Cynthia Preston (1984-1986), a woman who seduced, then married the much older Palmer Cortlandt (James Mitchell), to Jane’s turn as the villainess Angelica Deveraux on Days of our Lives (1987-1989)? Jane certainly has a knack for portraying delicious, complex and memorable roles.

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However, it was as General Hospital’s Tracy Quartermaine, a role she has played on and off since 1978, and even played the part on The City from 1996–1997, that is most beloved by fans and by Elliot herself.

PUTTING THE SNARK IN TRACY Q.

Speaking on playing Tracy, Jane shared, “It’s the easiest kind of role to play, though. There’s no crying. There’s no heartbreak. You come in, you’re snarky and mean, you take your wardrobe off, and you go home, and you don’t take it home with you.” She added, “I prefer to do what I do because it demands the ability to be comfortable not being liked, and a lot of people are not comfortable with that. I don’t care. I don’t care what you think of me!”

FROM LOVER TO MOTHER

In addition, Jane recalled her first scenes with Wally Kurth because on General Hospital, he plays her on-screen son Ned, while decades ago on Days of our Lives, they played lovers as Angelica and Justin Kiriakis. Jane recounted, “So he comes here (to GH), and my first scenes were in a restaurant, and I find myself rolling my shoulders and batting my eyes at him, and I’m going, ‘No! No! No! I’m your mother this time! I’m your mother.”

THE LAST OG QUARTERMAINE STANDING

As 2026 begins, Tracy is the last of the core Quartermaine family still on the canvas. Over the years, the deaths of: Leslie Charleson (ex-Monica), Stuart Damon (ex-Alan), Anna Lee (ex-Lila), David Lewis and John Ingle (ex-Edwards) have brought great sadness and loss to their GH co-stars and fans everywhere.

Now, Jane realizes Tracy is the matriarch of the Q clan, something she does not take lightly.  Jane expressed, “I’m the last person standing. I represent what is left of the arch family that started. And I have to fill all those slots now.”

Share your congrats for Jane’s 60-years on TV and let us know, does Tracy remain your favorite of all Jane’s soap opera roles? Are you happy to see that Tracy is now the matriarch of the Quartermaine family? Let us know via the comment section below.

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Jane retiring from General Hospital was disappointing but also her decision. The two guest stints she did were marvelous, but having her back full-time? Now THAT is magic. It was clear her energy was missing from the canvas.

I’ve followed a lot of soap superstars through their careers, but none more than Jane. How fortunate for us that she decided to come out of retirement? How many actresses in her age range can say they COMMAND the screen the way Tracy does every time she graces us with her presence? There is something great about reaching the age you are comfortable not being liked by everyone and not caring what people think of you. I hope we continue to see Jane/Tracy front and center for many years to come. Let’s just hope that we all can celebrate her winning Best Actress at the Emmy’s next year. Monica’s death and all of scenes with Erika Slezak still have fans wanting more.

She has mentioned in the past that she doesn’t put herself up for Emmy consideration.

Jane actually played Carrie freaking Todd on GL from 1981 to 1982. I remember because I watched it then. Carrie Todd & Judy Trent on Knots Landing were probably her two best roles. No offense to Tracy Quartermaine. LOL!!!!

I can’t imagine GH without Tracy and Jane Elliott. She is the reason I pop in and out of GH. She’s a gem!

I didn’t watch her on Guiding Light but Ive heard she was wonderful. Are there any clips of her on YouTube as Carrie Todd?

I have loved Jane Elliot in so many roles over the years. I am so happy we are still able to watch her always superb performance as Tracy Quartermaine. Jane is an absolute treasure.

A true gem! I light up anytime Tracy is on the screen. She brings so much to the show and I hope she knows how much she is loved and appreciated. There’s no one quite like her and she deserves all her flowers!

I remember first seeing Jane Elliot on Electra Woman & Dyna Girl where she played Queen Cleopatra. This is where she met Deidre Hall, who played Electra Woman. They were reunited on Days of our Lives years later and continue to be best friends. She is a delight to watch!

Jane Elliot was wonderful with Mary Tyler Moore in the 1969 Elvis Presley film A Change of Habit.

Wish we had more of Jane !! So sick of the “Willow Show !” Can’t stand watching everyday anymore.

she’s a gem and the GOAT of GH, ok more like one of the GOATS of GH (GH has an embarrassment of riches) but she’s so much fun to watch, I’m always happy when she’s on.

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Kin Shriner Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ TV Daughter Kelly Kruger

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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.

Serena and Jason

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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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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Jason Seeks Answers For Sonny, Drew Gloats, and Chase is in for a Battle

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, getting to the bottom of truth is paramount for several characters, but who will continue to lie and who might break?

In the latest video spoilers for the week of October 19-23, Sonny (Maurice Benard) needs to prove that he is innocent in orchestrating the prison beatdown of Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner). His girlfriend, ADA Justine Turner (Nazneen Contractor), wants to seemingly turn him to as she is seen saying, “I won’t give up until Sonny is behind bars,” to none other than Drew (Cameron Mathison)!

Meanwhile, it looks like Sonny has pulled Jason back in to to help him clear his name telling him to, “Find out whatever you can.” Later, we see Jason (Steve Burton) posing the question to someone, “Did you frame Sonny for it?” Did he go to Pentonville to confront Sully?

Britt and Jude

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Elsewhere, Chase (Josh Swickard) and Monet (Blythe Howard) get set to dissolve Chase’s marriage to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) who now has lawyered up with Ric Lansing (Rick Hearst). Monet tells Chase, “We need to prepare for the worst-case scenario.” Chase fires back ,“I don’t want a battle!” Is the battle over baby Phoebe, or a down and dirty fight just to get a divorce?

Then, Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) is reeling with happiness in the best possible way, after apparently sharing four kisses with mysterious stranger Jude (Wil Traval) at the Brown Dog Bar. Britt tells Lucas (Van Hansis) all about her evening. But, who is Jude and did he target Britt, or is he truly enamored with her? Stay tuned.

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Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week of October 19-23.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
Britt makes an intriguing deal. Trina is unsettled. Anna checks in on Sonny. Carly gets the third degree from Lucas. Jason calls out Serena.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Carly puts her heart on the line. Alexis delivers shocking news to Valentin. Sonny has a warning for Jason. Justine makes Drew an offer. Portia is wary of Monet.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
Anna seeks out Valentin. Britt’s attitude raises eyebrows. Molly seeks Alexis’s advice. Jason makes an offer to Lucy. Tracy and Cody catch up.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
Britt has juicy gossip for Lucas. Chase is thrown for a loop. Emma puts on her detective hat. Michael and Jordan await medical news. Ava is put on the spot.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
Ava pitches a dangerous plan to Drew. Jason calls out Josslyn. Ric and Monet go toe to toe. Lulu is discouraged. Sonny dangles a tantalizing deal.

Take a look at the latest GH promo, “Worst Case Scenario” below.

Now weigh-in: Will Jason figure out that Drew and Ava were behind framing Sonny? Do you want Chase to get parental rights to baby Phoebe? Do you like the attraction between Britt and Jude, or is something more nefarious going on with the guy? Let us know in the comment section below.

 

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‘General Hospital’s’ Jonathan Bennett Talks On Where Joe Fitzpatrick is Headed and Soap Opera Shirtless Scenes

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It had become abundantly clear that roomies Dr. Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) and PCPD detective Joe Fitzpatrick (Jonathan Bennett) seem destined towards a romance on General Hospital.

In fact, to get Lucas all hot and bothered (although he does fully let on), during the Friday, October 16 episode, the good doctor helps Joe pick out something less stuffy to wear to a bar to meet people.

However, the moment is met with Joe taking off his shirt in front of Lucas and doing a quick change from sport coat and button down shirt to a more relaxed casual button down shirt. In fact, the ABC soap opera even called out the moment as their clip of the day (see below).

Lucas and Joe

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MAJOR STORY TEASE FOR JOE

Bennett spoke with OUT in a new feature about what may be on the horizon for the by-the-book Joe and the moral Lucas, and how he learned that once the producers and writers on a soap script in a shirtless scene, if it goes over well, said actor, can expect many more in the months to come!

“I’m so excited for the audience to see where my character goes on General Hospital. It’s going to be monumental and I think people are going to love it,” teased Bennett. “I was shirtless in an episode and so petrified to shoot it,” he added. “I wanted to look my best and feel good. I really worked hard to get my body to a good place and I did it.”

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However as Jonathan points out, now he is finding himself half-naked in upcoming scenes as officer Joe! “I think I shot myself in the foot! Now that I did it once and it turned out well, every few weeks I read a script and I’m coming out of the shower, changing my shirt, or in the bathtub,” revealed Jonathan.

So, how does he keep camera ready? “I’m in the gym more, I have a better diet,” pointed out Bennett. “You have to stay healthy if you’re going to be shirtless every few weeks! I’m gay, an only child, and an actor. Of course I love the attention!”

While Bennett’s Port Charles story is going to reveal itself in the coming months, you can also see Jonathan back as the host of The Food Network’s Halloween Wars 16th season which concludes on Sunday, October 25.

Now below. check out the scene in question from Friday’s GH entitled, “Lose the Shirt.”

Weigh-in: What do you think will be “monumental” that Jonathan has teased that viewers will find out about Joe in the coming weeks? Are you feeling the on-screen chemistry between Joe and Lucas? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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