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Kin Shriner and Marcus Coloma Chat On General Hospital Departures, John Stamos, Avery Pohl & New Season of ‘2D’s’
Two former stars of General Hospital, Kin Shriner (ex-Scott) and Marcus Coloma (ex-Nikolas) opened up about their exits from the ABC daytime drama series, their focus on the second season of their comedy series, the ‘2Ds‘, and more on their recent livestream conversation with Michael Fairman on his You Tube Channel.
The first season of ‘2D’s’ was posted to Coloma’s Instagram account, and it featured many of his former GH co-stars including: Finola Hughes, Jon Lindstrom, Carolyn Hennesy and other former GH cast members, Michelle Stafford, Billy Warlock with his wife, Julie Pinson (ex-Port Charles, ATWT and Days) and more.
During the livestream conversation, Coloma, who has Avery Pohl (Esme, GH) guest-starring in episode one of season two of the comedy series, opened up about his diciest plot point to portray while GH, that of Nikolas hooking up with Esme.
Marcus expressed: “That was a very interesting time, because I love working with Avery. She’s just a great actress and super professional. She’s also just a really fun person to hang out with. And so, sleeping with Esme was very stressful, because for so long I set up this strong relationship with my son (Spencer), and this popped in (the storyline) that, ‘you were going to sleep with Esme’. It would really stress me out to be honest with you, because I would try to play as real as I possibly could and I would try to justify it on how I would get to that place. On top of that, in real life, I’m 44 and Avery is 21. I’m like, “God, I am going to make out with this kid.” I was stressed about it. At the same time, I really enjoy working with her.”
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The actor, who was finished at GH after his three-year contract as the dark prince of the Cassadine clan, shared his thoughts on his exit after several months away from the soap opera. Coloma said, “It really turned into that thing where you go on a date and fall in love with a girl . By the end of the three years, you fall in love with your castmates, you fall in love with the character. You fall in love with a lot of things about it, the fans. And, I was surprising very sad, when I found out that it was going to end. I wasn’t sad like, ‘I think we should make this thing work’. I agree, I don’t think this should continue, but I was really sad about it. Now, I’m very happy because in this silly show the I have found my happy place.”
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Kin Shriner, who for six decades had played Scott Baldwin on GH, a few months back shared he was not coming back to the soap anytime soon. However, as we have seen before, Scott has resurfaced. Shriner weighed-in: “I don’t know what to tell you about that, and I am going to turn back up like a bad penny, and hopefully it’s going to be fun. My focus went from him over to this guy in the black trench coat and I’m having fun. So, I haven’t really thought about Scotty Baldwin … he’s in the closet right now.”
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In the season one finale of the 2D’s comedy series, Shriner’s long-time budding, John Stamos (ex-Blackie, GH) made a cameo capping off the story. Just how did Kin get John to participate? Kin gave the back-story: “I kind of pitched it to him a couple of different ways and getting John to commit to anything is tough, but I think in the end, he probably looked at a couple of episodes (before agreeing). Stamos has been so busy with his book that I could only get him on this way (with iPhone video), but I think he is going to be willing to let me come to his house and shoot live. So we are looking forward to that and maybe he will be in the finale of season two!”
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John and Kin first met when John started on GH in 1982. Kin recalls, “I took John under my wing when he was merely an 18-year-old kid that showed up eager and I taught him the ropes. He was from Orange County and he was raw, but he was tremendous at comedy. He was funny. We kind of just had fun, and then we moved to New York and hung out, and then his career took off with Jack Klugman and then Full House. John had innate comedy timing, which Marcus has, and either they have it, or they don’t.”
This weekend starting on August 19th, Marcus and Kin are hosting several fan opportunities in the SoCal area. Check out ticket info here.
In case you missed it, watch our full chat with Kin and Marcus below.
Now let us know, what did you think about the departures of Scott and Marcus from GH? Are you enjoying the 2D’s comedy series and all of the soap opera guest stars within it? Let us know in the comment section.
Probably not wise to label Kin as “ex-Scott”. We know he’ll be back for Bobbie’s memorial (whenever that is) and when they can work him into story. The romance with his schnitzel seems to have faded despite both being fan favorites.
The vets seem to cycle in and out of major stories. Right now, Ned/Eddie is front and center. Mac has a burgeoning storyline with Cody and Lucy has a strong B level story.
Fans have long clamored for the return on Serena Baldwin. Other than a brief visit for Lee’s memorial, she only gets mentioned for attempting to save the whales. Why can’t we have good things?
It’s ridiculous that Scotty gets a new “long lost kid” at least once a decade (and also that most – if not all – of them end up dead) but we never get to see the one kid he actually planned to have, and raised from birth, Serena.
On the other horn… maybe it’s the fact that all the other kids ended up dead that keeps Serena away from Port Charles. Can’t really blame her, if that’s the case. She probably doesn’t even know she has a “new” half-brother… unless the whales told her.
Another way you can tell there’s no plans for Serena to return permanently is when they give characters similar sounding names. First Sabrina and more recently when they revealed Ms Wu’s name to be Selena. Rule of thumb for soaps – no similar sounding names. Main reason why Kiki was given that nickname instead of going by her birth name of Lauren. You can’t have a Laura and Lauren on simultaneously.
Didn’t care for Marcus as Nikolas. He never fit the role for me. I’m hoping that when the character is brought back, either Tyler Christopher or (in my dreams) Michael Muhney are playing the role, and the writing is better. As for Scott, he should absolutely be brought back for Bobbie’s memorial, when it’s revealed that she died. They have such a rich history together, it would be a crime not to include him.
They need to bring marcus back on gH
Marcus was the perfect Nikolas!!
I know Kin has come and gone from GH many times over the years, so there’s no doubt he’ll be back sooner rather than later. Scott Baldwin is a GH institution, and I honestly don’t understand why they wouldn’t just keep him on the show as one of the regular vets like he has been for a number of years, along with Tristen Rogers, Wally Kurth, John York, Kristina Wagner Lynn Herring, and so forth. Not to mention, Scott and Obrecht had a fun thing going. But Kathleen Gati is another one that has seemingly fallen off the face of the earth, since they used Liesel as a bone marrow donor for Willow.
I think the issue is that the veteran recurring characters are great to have around but it’s just not possible to have them in continual story. Right now Ned & Olivia are in a big story. Molly is as well. It seems Cyrus’ story is getting bigger. It seems Mac’s daddyhood will be revealing itself. Valentin is front and center (though he’s on more than some contract folks). Gladys is probably in her final storyline. Which means others go off canvas for a while. Honestly, it doesn’t matter if the vocal fans want more of these recurring characters. The contract folks are always going to have priority so there’s only so much story for others.
Great observations Jeff. I would point out that unlike previous producers, Frank is okay with recurring performers occasionally driving story. When Ryan first returned, Jon Lindstrom got nominated as lead actor two years in a row. I’d argue for Wally Kurth to submit as lead this year as well.
Unlike the veteran performers, JPS chose to recur to allow flexibility for other projects. Wally probably does rather well bouncing back and forth with DAYS.
Jane Elliott is back on contract and knocking it out of the park. The Tracy/Eddie scenes on Friday should be required teaching in soap acting class.
TVJeff, all valid points by you. I get that GH has a large cast and not everyone can have a story at the same time, and that they’re gonna write for the contract players first and foremost.
I don’t expect to have all of the veterans in continual storylines. I actually think they do a pretty good job keeping the veterans involved in current storylines overall, better than some previous regimes. I’m loving all the air time Wally Kurth has been getting lately with the Ned/Eddie story. But I don’t think it’s too much to ask to have legacy characters like a Scott Baldwin, Robert Scorpio, all the other names we know, on the show at least once a week, or I’d even take once every two weeks. Just to keep everyone represented, even if they don’t happen to be in a major storyline at the moment. Claire Labine used to the master of that, from back when I first started watching the show. I know that was a different time, a different era, however.
I just think they can find room enough for everyone. A GH institution like Kin Shriner that has been part of the show for 46 years should never be an “ex” anything, as long as he is able and as long as he wants to be part of the show. He doesn’t need to be part of storylines all the time. But I don’t think seeing Scotty up to his latest scheme, or with his “Schnitzel” once a week is too much to ask.
they may be under even more budget stress than usual. On Thursday’s episode, Kristina had a whole conversation with Terri about joining the board of her foundation … and it all happened offscreen, presumably so they wouldn’t have to pay the recurring actress who plays Terri (Cassandra James) to come in for a day. I also wonder if that’s why we didn’t see Cameron (William Lipton) at all this summer. And not seeing Liesl (Katheleen Gati) is just bizarre as Willow recovers.
Kin needs to come back for Liesle and Marcus just needs to come back!
I like Marcus as Nicholas, he’s a great actor & kin will be missed as a long time GH actor & great also. GH is loosing great actors & the fans because of it. I do hope the fill in writer’s don’t mess it up. The 2 Dicks is awsome, but they should invite there pal Maurice in on it, Marcus & him have done some funny stuff along with inviting Kin. Like the Star Track thing with all 3.
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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