General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Luke Contemplates Suicide & Is Visited By The Spirits Of Lena, Tim, and Patricia Spencer!
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On Thursday’s tearjerker on General Hospital, the story of Luke Spencer (Tony Geary) came full circle as a depressed Luke who was dumped by Tracy (Jane Elliot) returned to the old Spencer home on Elm Street … one last time before it’s demolished.
But as Luke comes to the house in which he killed his father Tim, and accidentally killed his mother Lena, he has a gun in tow ready to take his own life. After first encountering the spirit of his evil father Tim, who tells Luke to kill himself and that he will always be haunted by him, next sister Patricia in her teenaged years visits Luke. She tells him not to take his own life, because everything she did would then have been for naught in protecting Luke from the Spencer family secret for decades.
But it was being visited by the spirit of his mother Lena, played beautifully by Laura Wright, that registered to Luke, and her forgiveness and advice was paramount to talk Luke down and for him to move on with his life. Lena related to Luke: “I love you. I can never blame you for what happened … you stood up to your father’s endless abuse of us. You stood up, because I was too afraid to. You did own what you did, even though you didn’t realize it. You carried that weight for decades. Don’t you see, Luke? That is why you lashed out … that is why you pushed away people. Not because you were evil, not because you were like him, because you were lost.” Lena goes on to say, “Accepting the truth about what happened to me should not be the reason your life’s ends, it should be the reason it finally begins.”
Later, Lena continues to comfort Luke and goes on to say, “I have been watching you all these years, letting that fateful night define you. No more. No more, Luke. It’s time for you to stand up again. You figure out who you are. Better yet, you figure out who you want to be without all of those demons bottled up inside you. The possibilities are limitless. It’s time to move forward. There is good in you, Luke. Way more than there ever was bad. That’s why you ran away from your family to protect them. ”
Lena tells Luke that he is finally free of his demons! Luke replies with tears in his eyes, “Momma, what can I do? What can I ever, ever do to make it up to you?” Lena says, “You find the man you were meant to be. You find a way to be happy and you choose to live.”
Major kudos go to Laura Wright and Tony Geary for their performances in their scenes that tugged at the heart!
So, what did you think of Thursday’s GH and the words written that brought Luke’s life story thus far to a place where he can begin to move on from the death of his mother, and his past ? What did you think of the performances of Laura Wright and Tony Geary? Share your thoughts below!
They were both excellent. Wish the show had picked up faster and earlier. Still the other characters stories are empty and shallow.
I’m just sick of Luke and his “demons”, it’s so self-indulgent! April 1 episode was good, and gave Luke plenty of reasons to want to “go find himself”. This didn’t need to be dredged up again. Luke’s last week should have been about Luke’s friends and the family we’ve gotten to know over 30 years, especially Laura and their kids! Not the family we just found out about 4 months ago! Maybe some people like watching Luke wallow in self-pity, but I FFd the whole thing.
Yeah…tell me about it, maddiehayes. What more is there to say?
Couldn’t agree more. Go find yourself Luke, and get lost, never to return. Please!
Yes, I agree, Maddiehayes!
And, try as they might, they can’t erase the damage of the 52nd anniversary–not the mama saying there is nothing to forgive, not Pat’s comments, not young “Luke” (still carrying that “infamous” baseball bat).
Scenes were just anti-climatic and forced–even “fillers” before Monday’s big “Aloha, Luke” (or Luke “pretender”).
Did y’all see Luke’s talk with “Daddy” on The Soup? LOL, it was totally mock worthy, and I’m so glad to see I’m not the only one who wasn’t impressed.
I must admit that I was disappointed that so much time was dedicated to Luke talking to dead people. That almost seemed like a narrative burp after being forced fed the Fluke damage control storyline last month. As wonderful as Laura Wright was, I really wanted to see Luke in scenes with characters with whom he had history–someone like Laura? The love of his life–his angel?
But I did love the way Luke looked at Bobbie. His eyes glinted with affection and sentimentality as he softly, yet forcefully, said,”I love you.”
Right back at you, Luke.
Ron and team did a top-notch story with the recent exit..
Luke and Carly were mesmerising!
Ron knows his characters, he feels them..
Jean and Shelly could have never captured the souls of all the exit ”characters”, not in a million years..
Ron put his heart and soul into bring us GH .. He knew the history and used it..
Ron was not perfect but he did bring GH up and kept it going..
Now, that Fluke has ended and it’s back to normal the good writing has begun, and they kick Ron to curb..(mistake)
The upcoming month under Ron will rock!! he will be at his best again, you will see ..
Jean and Shelly can not put the heart into GH as Ron has ..
I feel the letting go of Ron and bringing in the fired Y&R rejects is going to be bad, just bad..
I totally agree su0000. People were complaining so much about Guza, and it didn’t take them long to forget him and complain about RC. I’ve found Y&R to be very boring for the most part in recent years. I like the “action” that RC brought to GH. I also think these two writers will take GH down.
There were two different stories going on, so to say..
The Fluke story and the Luke story..
”Fluke” story was not a blockbuster
however;
the ”Luke” story is a blockbuster.
The exit of Luke has brought many a tear..
ALL involved have given their all, their best.. BRAVO!
Has the exit story been perfect, no
but-
it has been a journey a heartfelt journey !
Everyone that Luke/Tony has been with during the past 3 weeks has been on an emotional journey .. the actors/cast and fans all feeling the emotions..
Imperfect, but heartfelt emotions ..
And that is what it all about.. feeling it..
Ron and team have us well the past 3 weeks ..
((no other writer could have done that from the heart, not Jean or Shelly..
Very well done episode, superbly acted as usual with GH! I don’t see a problem with the writing, just some storylines dragging on too long.
Beautifully subtle and hearfelt work from LW as Lena Spencer, following the throughline of the Luke/Fluke DID reveal to cap this little gem of a character study with warmth and grace. So often I have the feeling I’m watching a runaway bulldozer when she’s on as Carly (albeit always giving a committed performance). That last hug with a tear spilling and tracking down her cheek totally got my nose fuzzy.Kudos also to Chloe Lanier who again impressed as young Patricia. Definitely an actress to keep tabs on. I found AG a bit more reserved here as opposed to his “farewell” with JE’s Tracy which was totally raw and real. That performance was as much about telling a story as it was about respect, admiration, and love……
Haven’t been all that interested in the Luke sl but the first go round of Lw as Lena was just fantastic and then I saw Lw as Lena Spencer for the second time and she was even better this time than the last time , it was just amazing watching Lw play Luke’s mother Lena , she was perfect in this role , I couldn’t help but be in awe of Luke’s mother Lena Spencer. Lw was just amazing in this role.
I thought it was a phenomenal scene, actually the acting by all three superb. The actress playing young Patricia nailed the exact inflection ans intonation as Dee Wallace, making her that much more plausible as the woman she grew up to be. There was no trace of Carly in Laura Wright. Great transformation. Tony was heartbreakingly vulnerable.
Emotional stuff; tears.
Just so glad Luke is gone. While back I posted that and got bombarded. Not so much now. Interesting.
Same here, Irene. I believe there has been this drastic turn-around from even the most avid Luke fans. Obviously I can’t speak for them, but, I feel everyone had become antsy……wanted to see an end, albeit with heavy heart, for some, in losing the Luke character……I have never seen a character’s exit take so long; prolonged to distraction. So, I think , it is a relief that it’s finally over.
If you keep up the all the twitters, they are very positive..
Many loved the story and praise given..
Not many go to forums, they however tweet and Facebook..
Opinions herein are 0000.1 percent <–?? of the viewers..
I didn't care too much for the Fluke story . However it gave Tony his 8th emmy.
Nonetheless, I really liked the exit Luke story.
It will give Tony his 9th and final emmy, most likely.
The Fluke story was not the exit story, actually .
I really liked the bringing back of all especially JJ for Luke's exit ..
CeeCee, as always, your opinions are astute and sharp. This exit has indeed been “prolonged.” And the exit storyline had so many bizarre twists, most of which made little sense. This exit has been prolonged even going beyond the typical Friday-episode farewell… I hope I didn’t go on too long… 🙂
@Jamesj75.
Hello, James…good to hear from you.
No, you have not gone on for too long. LOL. Love that sarcasm.
Thank you for your effusive words. You humble me.
I am glad to hear you feel the same way. I cannot deny how fantastic the ride with Fluke/Luke has been…all due to his unequalled acting, but ’tis finally over. Later, friend.
irene, your analysis is telling: And in my opinion, three things happened to turn more viewers against Luke (and Geary):
(1) the interminable, frustrating, twisting fluke story — I think that even the most ardent fan grew tired of all that;
(2) we learned that Genie Francis felt she needed Geary’s blessing to even accept the premise of being able to work with him again — that needless subservience was distasteful; and
(3) Tony Geary gave “exit interviews” that were not at all flattering — showing his own disdain for the Luke and Laura story, bragging once again that, at one point, he was Elizabeth Taylor’s “boy toy,” and sounding completely full of himself.
maddiehayes, I did not see “Daddy” on “The Soup”–so sorry–would love to have seen that! Will try to google it! Here’s hoping; I’d surely hate to miss that one! LOL
did you find it? Something about General Hospital hits a new low .. with Luke ready to shoot himself, and “Daddy” urging him on. They joked about the “ghost bourbon”. I’m sorry, Tony Geary IS a good actor, but that “Join your Daddy in Hell!” stuff is NOT what I wanted to see from Luke’s last few scenes. Looks like we’re outnumbered on this board, though .. lol
Found it! Made me laugh out loud! Thanks so much for guiding me to it.
Seeing it out of context really highlights how truly bad the acting (or improv?) and writing really is. I’m still laughing.
I think you are right about our being outnumbered on this board–lol
But we can stand against many, can’t we?
No, it was “General Hospital Takes a Turn for the Worst”. Should be right at the top if you google The Soup General Hospital 🙂
Thanks! Will do!
That is when Luke should have shot himself!
Going out in bang not whimper ..
His daddy was his demon and demons jobs are to take you to hell with them, everybody knows that..
It was done soapy well..
su0000, seriously, you wanted Luke to shoot himself? Agreed, it was soapy, but “Marlena’s possession” soapy. I like a soap that makes me care, not laugh in derision. Hopefully the new writers will bring back the heart.
No brainer; Tony Geary and Laura Wright will both win Daytime Emmy’s for this.
Oh, yes. I can see Geary winning…again, for the umpteenth time. But, Laura W? I saw nothing extraordinary, in my opinion. Tony Geary, love him or dislike him, is a natural. He is a very charismatic talent. Not my favorite character, but he commands every scene…putting everyone else to shame; including Carly. As I stated on a different thread, Laura’s tears, as Tracy’s were real. The emotion came from the fact that they were saying goodbye. Understandably ……they have been working together for years….I was very sad!
Oh CeeCee, I am so proud of you! You are growing into an amazing Tony Geary fan right before my eyes! No, I get it, you haven’t been watching all that many years and it took you some time to see what I was saying all along, Fluke was one bad idea but look at the actor and not the story, as much. This guy is an icon. He is an extraordinary actor. You see as we have found out he is as others were a victim of poor writing. He will be a front runner for an Emmy again. Just to be fair, I see another actor that could give Tony a run for his money. Not all the fans of Y&R were happy with the “Two Jacks” story BUT Peter Bergman has been amazing in the dual role and he should be in the running for an Emmy, as well.
Thank you, Timmm. Everything is so crystal clear to me now. Yes, I blame Fluke…LOL. Had I met Luke, as he is, I would have automatically worshipped him. I can appreciate talent whether I like him/her or not. I am glad I did not miss the boat; before Tony vacated the premises, that is. I had the opportunity of witnessing Tony perform in his full regalia…And, I GOT IT; I GOT HIM….He metamorphosed right before mine eyes, as I did before thine, Timmm, regardless of the less than good writing. I suppose when one excels in his craft, bad writing or nay, that special honed skill manages to surface and shine.
Now, Jack is not exactly the bane of my existence (LOL), but, pretty close to it. Yet, I agree, Peter superseded my expectations of exceptional acting, albeit my ennui. Later.
Laura W & Tony G were amazing and Laura W was phenomenal as Lena Spencer , they both looked so at ease with each other , they always did have great chemistry and it was once again front and center with these two.Bravo to Tony G & Laura W , they were amazing in this eppy
Yeah, luke and daddy were over the top. but the rest of the ghost scenes were good and bringing Luke full circle to his start with Bobbie was fitting. It would be nice if the blah blah blah about Geary’s weariness of Luke & Laura (and if you had to endure someone asking you where Laura was when you were playing Jesus you might be whiney too) was the smoke he had to blow and there really will be a last scene with Laura. To have the last scene be with Maurice Bernard as is rumoured just nods to too many of these decades having been dominated by the mob, the storyline I wish Geary would have blasted in his exit interview. And the rest of the show really did demonstrate what a problem there is with poorly drawn characters (and the need to a thanks to Frank for saving the show and for some highlights but it is time to move on). But if you wanted a goodbye that mined the history respectfully we got it (and please, who gives a crap if they brought frank smith back to life–bringing Jake back (particularly if he and jocyelyn end up being children of the corn–they could pull it off) was worth Lucky risking his life, and saving all three boys a worthy last adventure for Luke and Laura.
So I am a basic person and a simple soap fan. I would have loved to have had a family dinner with the kids, grand kids, and special friends, to send him off (Lulu, Tracy, Bobbie, Carly, Sonny, Nikolas, etc). All these memories of the dead, the rehash of the Fluke (horrible story) and the talks with some people who weren’t even important in his life is annoying (Michael?) Again the writing. I read the article that Tony Geary gave and it did really put down the writing team. maybe that is why Carlvati is out??
Beyond the Gates
53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 16
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the full list of nominees for the upcoming 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and it was CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless and broadcast television newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates that racked up the most nominations with 18 and 16, respectively.
The full reveal on Tuesday follows the announcement of several major categories including Lead Actor and Actress on Monday via Extra and Entertainment Tonight and The View today revealing Daytime Drama Series and more.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmys ceremony is set to take place on Friday, October 30 at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California.
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In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS expressed, “We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television, As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
“Each year, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the creativity, passion, and dedication that drive this vibrant community of storytellers,” said Rachel Schwartz, Head of the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Congratulations to this year’s nominees, whose work continues to entertain, inspire and connect with audiences every day. We look forward to celebrating their remarkable achievements in Hollywood this October.”
The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming.
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Gold & Silver Circle Inductees, and ceremony host will be announced at a later date.
Now below, check out the nominees in the daytime drama, talk show, entertainment news series and creative arts categories and congratulations to all!
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Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Stacy Haiduk (as Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives
Karla Mosley (as Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Michelle Stafford (as Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless
Heather Tom (as Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful
Tamara Tunie (as Anita Williams Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Eric Braeden (as Victor Newman), The Young and the Restless
Steve Burton (as Jason Morgan), General Hospital
Scott Clifton (as Liam Spencer), The Bold and the Beautiful
Thorsten Kaye (as Ridge Forrester), The Bold and the Beautiful
Christian Jules Le Blanc (as Michael Baldwin), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Linsey Godfrey (as Sarah Horton), Days of Our Lives
Camryn Grimes (as Mariah Copeland), The Young and the Restless
Beth Maitland (as Traci Abbott), The Young and the Restless
Trisha Mann-Grant (as Leslie Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Amanda Setton (as Brook Lynn Quartermaine), General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Sean Dominic (as Nate Hastings), The Young and the Restless
Timon Kyle Durrett (as Bill Hamilton), Beyond the Gates
Michael Graziadei (as Daniel Romalotti), The Young and the Restless
Roger Howarth (as Matt Clark), The Young and the Restless
Mike Manning (as Bradley “Smitty” Smith), Beyond the Gates
Lawrence Saint-Victor (as Carter Walton), The Bold and the Beautiful
Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Braedyn Bruner (as Emma Scorpio-Drake), General Hospital
Al Calderon (as Javier Hernandez), Days of Our Lives
Alice Halsey (as Rachel Black), Days of Our Lives
Giovanni Mazza (as Gio Palmieri), General Hospital
Ambyr Michelle (as Eva Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Arielle Prepetit (as Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jasmine Burke (as June Hughes), Beyond the Gates
Jeff Kober (as Cyrus Renault), General Hospital
Eva LaRue (as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez), General Hospital
Christopher Sean (as Paul Narita), Days of Our Lives
Ray Wise (as Ian Ward), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
The Bold and the Beautiful
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
3rd Hour of TODAY
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
TODAY With Jenna & Friends
The View
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host
Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin & Ana Navarro, The View
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Tamron Hall, Tamron Hall
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Access Hollywood
Entertainment Tonight
Extra
Outstanding Daytime Personality (Daily)
Mona Kosar Abdi, Derek Hough & Terri Seymour, Extra
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood
Star Jones & Corey Jovan, Divorce Court
Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program
Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood — An Entertainment Tonight Special
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter
Variety & CNN Actors on Actors
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors
Working In the Theatre
Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Daytime
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
Have Guitar Will Travel World
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Let Frankie Cook,” Getting the Band Back Together
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Outstanding Technical Direction and Video for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 104
The Bold and the Beautiful,” Episode 9511
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade”
The Jennifer Hudson Show, ” Episode 4041
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”
Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
General Hospital, Episode 15719
The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Episode 5033
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13273
So, what do you think of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations? Who are you happy to see receive a nomination and who do you think was snubbed? Weigh-in via the comment section.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination, ‘It Was to Honor Leslie Charleson’
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award nominations kicked-off on Monday with the announcements of four major categories including, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series — Actor, and among the nominees is General Hospital’s Steve Burton (Jason Morgan).
Burton is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner in the Supporting Actor category for his roles as GH’s Jason and his turn as Dylan McAvoy on Y&R. However, Steve is yet to win in the Lead Actor category and he has received 11 nominations along the way in his daytime career.
Following the reveal that he is a 2026 Daytime Emmy nominee, he and his GH co-star, podcast co-host and comedy show partner, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli) taped a special edition of their That’s Awesome podcast just featuring Burton’s reaction to the news.
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FOR LESLIE CHARLESON
Steve expressed, “I know it’s such a cliche to say, ‘I’m just so honored to be nominated.’ But truly, I’m so grateful to be nominated, so grateful to just be on the show off and on for 30 plus years and to be nominated with the guys in my category. Just to get the opportunity. Frank (Valentini, executive producer, GH) texted me right away. I was just like, ‘Thank you for the opportunity to get to do what I do.'”
Taking in the moment, Burton thanked those who helped him select the material for his nominated reel. “Unless you win, you don’t get to say things. So. I’m going just say a few things: Elizabeth Korte (co-head writer, GH) helped me a lot with the material, (as did) Michelle Henry, who’s a producer on the show, Laura Wright (Carly, GH), and then my wife Michelle (Lundstrom). I believe it was Jill Phelps who told me that when A Martinez felt like he had a great show or great scenes, he would mark it down. So, when Emmy time comes, you have all the show numbers written down, and you don’t have to think about it, because that’s half the battle (finding the material).
Burton explained how meaningful this nomination is for him, because of playing the scenes of Jason losing Monica, and his closeness with the late, great Leslie Charleson.
“The nomination’s an amazing thing, and it’s beautiful, but really it’s to honor Leslie Charleson. A lot of my material was because of her, and how I started on the show as a Quartermaine, it just means a ton,” shared Burton. “Maurice Benard (Sonny, GH) has obviously has been instrumental, and I’ve said it from day one and I’ll shout it from the rooftops. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here, and to be working with the people that we work with is incredible.”
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SHOULD JOHN OLIVER BE NAMED HOST OF THE DAYTIME EMMYS?
During the end of his conversation with Anderson, Steve suggested that the host of the Daytime Emmy should be Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver, who recently guest starred as the head of the WSB named Z on General Hospital, and is soon to show up on Days of Our Lives in a mystery role in August.
Thus far, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has not revealed their host for the upcoming ceremony to be held on October 30 in a venue to be named in Hollywood, California.
You can watch Steve sharing his reaction to receiving his 2026 Lead Actor Daytime Emmy nomination below on a special segment on the That’s Awesome podcast.
Now let us know, are you glad that Steve chose scenes surrounding Jason mourning the loss of the woman that raised him, Monica Quartermaine for his Emmy reel? What do you think of John Oliver as a suggestion to host the Daytime Emmys? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Reconnects with Danny; Tristan Roberts Arrives in Port Charles, Lots of Nods to #16
General Hospital’s 16,000th episode was packed with little reminders through points in today’s script that the ABC daytime drama series has set another milestone and it paved the way for the return of fan favorite and newly nominated Daytime Emmy Lead Actor nominee Steve Burton (Jason Morgan). The 16,000th episode also introduced viewers to the new surgeon in Port Charles Dr. Tristan Roberts played by Dean Geyer.
Here are the key takeaways and what went down on the July 13 episode: Tristan and Jason are seated next to each other on a plane heading to Port Charles. Throughout the flight, a beaten up Jason has flashbacks to being thrown into, and being held captive in a cell and tortured. It appears Jason is suffering from some form of PTSD from what he was put through after being dragged out of Port Charles by the WSB months ago.
As the plane prepares to land, Tristan tells Jason there would be a car waiting for him once they land and to enjoy the rest of his life. Later, Tristan arrives at the nurses and doctors hub at GH and approaches Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). He tells her his name and that he is the new surgeon on staff.
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A REUNION PLUS A HEAD NURSE DEFENDS SONNY
Meanwhile, at the end of the episode, Jason is outside the Quartermaine boathouse looking bewildered when he runs into Danny (Asher Antonyzyn), who is so thrilled to see his father, and the two hugs each other as tears are shed.
Elsewhere, Elizabeth tells Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he thinks its a great idea for him to get the 16th seat on the hospital board, but when it comes times to convince Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) of that, things go awry when Tracy, Laura and Sonny try to work things out. After Tracy launches into Sonny about killing Alan and Monica’s son AJ, Sonny walks away dejected.
Next, Sonny runs into Elizabeth, where he informs her what happened with Tracy. So what’s a head nurse to do? Elizabeth marches into the conference room and reminds Tracy of all the different donations and ways Sonny has contributed to the hospital from the Stone Cates AIDS wing, to the Michael Corinthos Center for Pediatric Head Injuries as well as his constant support each year for the GH Nurses’ Ball.
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WSB WAR SCARS
Then, in one of the best parts for longtime fans of the series, Elizabeth talks about her legendary grandparents, Audrey and Steve Hardy and she tells Tracy they would have wanted Sonny to have a seat on the board for all the good that he has done for the hospital. After Elizabeth states Sonny’s case, things took a turn and Tracy and Sonny wound up shaking hands as Sonny is board member #16.
In the how great was it to see Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) together scenes department, the pick-up of last Friday’s cliffhanger is played out as the two former lovers fill each other in on what has gone down in their lives in the last several months including Valentin admitting he had been living in Carly’s attic, and Anna realizing she was kidnapped by Cullum, Sidwell and Cassius Faison. During their conversation, Anna sees the hallucination of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) right while Valentin is standing there.
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Later Anna was on her way to saying goodbye to Valentin, when the two share an emotional hug. After Valentin made his exit, Peter reappeared and warned Anna to not let Valentin distract her because she has important work to do. Anna answers, “I know.”
So, what did you think of General Hospital’s 16,000 episode? What do you think is wrong with Jason? What is the important “work” that Anna has to do? Were you glad to see Sonny get a seat on the hospital board, or not so much. Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out the scenes on Jason and Tristan’s long flight to Port Charles.
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