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GH’s Lisa LoCicero Weighs-in on Olivia Warming Up to ‘Eddie Maine’: “She Sees a Real Person in There, Not Just Some Head Trauma Victim”
This week on General Hospital, things are about to take a turn in the relationship between Olivia Falconeri Quartermaine (Lisa LoCicero) and “Eddie Maine” (Wally Kurth).
As viewers know, Eddie Maine is actually Liv’s husband, Ned Quartermaine, only he is suffering from amnesia. Eddie Maine, used to be the rock star alter ego of Ned, when he would perform music. However, now Eddie has seemingly taken over Ned’s personality and life.
In story, look for Eddie to perform an original song for Olivia, which takes her off-guard and changes how she now views this ‘version’ of Ned. Speaking with Soap Opera Digest in their latest issues on newsstands now, LoCicero expressed: “What she sees when he plays her this song is a man who is deeply confused by his circumstances.”
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Lisa goes on to say, “She doesn’t know quite how to help him because she sees his struggle a little more clearly, and she is able to have compassion for the situation.” She adds, “When she hears this song, she makes an ineffable connection with him. It gives her hope.” Previously, Olivia had been trying anything and fighting so hard to bring Ned back. Now, will she try to just be in love with this other side of Ned?
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“She see’s a real person in there, not just some trauma victim,” LoCicero concludes. “She’s starting to see a soul in this other person, a soul trying to understand himself.”
So, where do you hope the story goes from here? Are you enjoying seeing Wally Kurth as “Eddie Maine”? Do you think “Eddie” and Olivia will fall in love, only for Ned to then resurface as he regains his memory, to confuse things further? Do you think there will ultimately be no hope for “Eddie” and Olivia? Share your thoughts on the story and the relationship in the comment section below.
Wally Kurth as “Ned Quartermaine” has been put on the back burner for way too long. I always had a conflict with Ned. I absolutely love the character, but he was a bastard to AJ who was one of my favorites. Still, he was and still is a central character in the Quartermaine family and one of only two who is left. Three if we count Tracy but how much longer will she stay? I dread the day she leaves again…love having her back.
I hate what the writers have done to the Quartermaines: Olivia, Michael, nuDrew, Willow, are Quartermaines in name-only (Michael not even in name as he insists on carrying on the name of the man who killed his father; I’m sure invisible Monica loves that (insert eyes-up-in-head) ). And throwing Carly into their scenes and house has been cringe-worthy and hard to watch. Hate it.
Would they change Ned to Eddie for the remainder of the show, similar to Jason remaining Jason Morgan? I doubt it but it could be interesting if they did. I’m sure Wally would enjoy getting to play a different side to his character; he’s been nothing but an occasional backdrop since he married Olivia and to say she had him p-whipped is an understatement.
So at this point if they can write it properly, if they can actually incorporate some romance (and entertainment; let Eddie sing. I miss the old days when Coleman had a bar and they used to have karaoke and singing. GH was actually fun back then!) rather than this doom-and-gloom, fatal-disease-of-the-week show GH has become, I say go for it. Leo already likes him…
Eddie and Olivia could be a brand new love story and when/if Ned comes back, perhaps his Eddie Maine will not be as repressed as it has been all these years. Ned should never have had to choose the corporate life over his passion for music. Going for one as a business doesn’t mean having to lose a passion for something else. And I’d like to see Olivia have some respect and awe for her husband instead of laying down the law (her law) to him all the time. Taking Carly’s side over his, taking Drew and Michaels’ side over his…I’d rather they had divorced then watch that BS. If these writers can have Olivia finally act like a woman in love with her husband, I say go for it.
Wally Kurth is doing a terrific acting job. I never saw or felt much difference between Ned Quartermaine on GH and Justin Kiriakis on DAYS, so I am pleasantly surprised that Eddie Maine has a very different presence. Clearly everyone in the storyline is having fun with it. I am really digging it.
Me too! Love it and agree with Rebecca 1. I know Olivia still loves Ned and is falling for Eddie and think that love will be reciprocated.
Ned is the only other person who knows Nina turned in Drew and Carley. I would like him to remember that. I hate that part of the story. She needs to be found out. But in true soap fashion it will happen at the wedding. Ned will come back while singing at the reception.
I’d like more singing from Eddie! I love Wally’s voice. I still remember when Ned sang “The Power To Believe” at the Nurses’ Ball with Emily. Such beautiful harmonies.
Wally does some great singing with his group on Days which I’ve watched o line as I don’t watch the show anymore.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Serena Sets Her Sights on Michael; Jason’s Emotional Exit from the Mob
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, new and old motivations come into play with dangerous consequences. According to the just released GH video spoilers video for the week of August 3-7, a bailiff calls out, “All rise!”
Now it’s Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson) vs. Curtis (Donnell Turner), as the surgeon is suing the owner of the Savoy for assault that ruined is ability to operate. At the end of the day, which of these men has enough evidence against the other? Portia (Brook Kerr) is by Isaiah’s side, while Jordan (Tanisha Harper) is with Curtis.
Next, Lucy (Lynn Herring) has a plan to get the controlling shares of Deception away from Michael (Rory Gibson). She wants her daughter, Serena (Kelly Kruger) to seduce Michael. She tells her, “Pick out your most seductive suit.” Soon, we see Serena in her bathing suit at the Metro Court face to face with Michael.
Later, there is a small baggie containing three blue pills. Nina (Cynthia Watros) ask Willow (Katelyn MacMullen), “What did you do?” We also see Michael asking the same thing of Jacinda (Paige Herschell). Leading into this week, viewers know that Willow doesn’t want the former escort anywhere near her children, Amelia and Wiley. Is this how she stops her, or is Jacinda up to old tricks and wants to frame Willow? Remember when Jacindsa drugged Drew (Cameron Mathison)? Stay tuned.
Finally, in the pick-up from last Friday’s cliffhanger, an emotional Jason (Steve Burton) continues to tell Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he cannot work for him anymore. Sonny ask, “So that’s it? You’re Out?” We fade to black.
Take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, AUGUST 3
Jason makes a sacrifice for Danny. Elizabeth becomes privy to a secret. Carly is touched. Valentin has a warning for Nina. Josslyn cautions Brennan.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
Brook Lynn and Chase celebrate a milestone. Trina gets an earful. Carly’s plan backfires. Curtis is skeptical. Michael is anxious about his family’s’ future.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
Sonny wants answers. Ava is struck with inspiration. Curtis’ trial begins. Brook Lynn wrestles with a big decision. Lucy and Serena scheme.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
Sonny makes a stunning announcement. Serena makes her move. Willow faces a new threat. Isaiah takes the stand. Lucy questions Laura.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
Josslyn is taken aback. Ava courts a new ally. Jordan and Anna catch up. Isaiah vents to Lucas and Elizabeth. Michael questions Jacinda.
Check out the latest ABC promo for General Hospital entitled, “What Did You Do?” below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think GH is about to pair Serena with Michael? Is it curtains for Jacinda? Can anyone stop Willow once and for all, or make her pay for her crimes? What will Jason do without Sonny and the mob? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
General Hospital Fan Club Weekend brought out many of your favorites to the four day event; with the main cast gathering on Saturday, August 1. Fans near and far attended the weekend held this year at the Burbank Marriott Hotel. Whether it be the main cast event or the smaller more intimate events featuring two or three cast members a great time was had by all.
Some of the cast participating in the main cast event included: Cyrus Hobbi (Yuri), Gary James Fuller (James), Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), Viron Weaver (Wiley), Paige Herschell (Jacinda), Chris McKenna (Brennan), Josh Kelly (Cody), Kayden Brenna Tokarsi (Scout), Cassandra James (Terry), Laura Wright (Carly), Dominic Zamprogna (Dante), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane), Rick Hearst (Ric), Adrian Anchondo (ex-Marco), and Chloe Lanier (ex-Nelle).
In addition to, Van Hansis (Lucas), Cameron Mathison (Drew), Ryan Paevey (ex-Cassius), Easton Rocket Sweda (Leo), Maurice Benard (Sonny), Kristen Vaganos (Molly), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis), Kate Mansi (ex-Kristina), Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth), Cynthia Watros (Nina), Kristina Wagner (Felicia) and more.
Take a look at some of the snaps from the main event arrivals below:
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GH’s Rick Hearst with on-screen daughter, Kristen Vaganos, plus Nancy Lee Grahn, and Kate Mansi.
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GH’s Maurice Benard on-hand to meet the fans.
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Jack Brennan in the house … Chris McKenna.
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Adrian Anchondo, Van Hansis and Anchondo’s boyfriend, Days of Our Lives, Colton Little.
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GH’s Josh Kelly and his gal, the former Nelle Benson of Port Charles, Chloe Lanier.
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Who is James’ father? Not Cassius or Spinelli, actually. Actors Gary James Fuller, Ryan Paevey and Bradford Anderson!
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One of General Hospital’s newest cast members, Kayden Brenna Tokarski attends her first GHFCW event.
Check out some more arrival images featuring: Laura Wright (Carly), Cassandra James (Terry), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane) and more in the gallery below.
Michael Fairman TV will be adding more images to this post in the day ahead.
So, were you glad to see so many of your GH favorites attending this year’s General Hospital Fan Club Weekend? Let us know via the comment section.
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Vincent Pastore of ‘Sopranos’ Fame and ‘General Hospital’s’ Maximus Giambetti Dies at 80
Vincent Pastore, best known for his memorable role as Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on HBO’s The Sopranos has passed away.
The veteran actor was found dead on August 1st in his home in the Bronx, New York. Pastore was 80-years-old. The cause of death is yet to be determined.
As well as his role on The Sopranos, many soap fans will recall he played multiple smaller roles on the beloved One Life to Live from 1995 and 2004. However, in 2008, he landed the short-term role as Maximus Giambetti on General Hospital.
PASTORE WANTED TO BE ON GENERAL HOSPITAL
Maximus was the mobster father of Sonny Corinthos’ (Maurice Benard) bodyguards: Max (Derk Cheetwood) and Milo (Drew Cheetwood)
According to Soap Opera Digest, Pastore told Soaps In Depth back in 2009, after appearing in a SOAPnet promotional campaign as a celebrity fan of General Hospital: “‘I’d love to be on the show. So they called up GH’s casting director (Mark Teschner) and Bobby (Robert Guza Jr. ex-head writer, GH) and they wrote me in!”
Pastore was a huge General Hospital fan from way back, who at one point told producers that he would watch the ABC soap opera while working in bars and nightclubs in the 70s and 80s.
Throughout his decades long career, Pastore appeared in films including: Goodfellas, Carlito’s Way and Men of Respect, The Jerky Boys: The Movie and the 1996 HBO TV movie Gotti.
In TV, besides The Sopranos, Pastore’s credits included: Law & Order, The Practice, Son of the Beach, Queens Supreme, Hawaii Five-0, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, plus the miniseries The Last Don II. Most recently, Vincent was a series regular on Gravesend and guest starred on Yellowjackets.
Pastore is survived by his daughter, Renee, son-in-law and granddaughter.
Share your remembrances and condolences for Vincent Pastore on his memorable role on ‘The Sopranos’ and his time on ‘General Hospital’ via the comment section below.
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