General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Mac Is Named Police Commissioner In Port Charles; But They Say It’s Temporary
In a cool move, the powers-that-be at ABC’s General Hospital, had Laura (Genie Francis), the now mayor of Port Charles, name none other than former commish, Mac Scorpio (John J, York) as interim police commissioner while Jordan (Brian Nicole Henry) recovers from her kidney transplant and needs some time to recover from her medical ordeal.
Now while the show is making sure in story it is stated that Mac is the temporary person in charge of the PCPD, for many longtime fans of the series, they remember fondly when Mac held down the position for years.
In the current issue of Soap Opera Digest on newsstands now, York said on the surprise story turn: “I was thrilled when Frank Valentini (EP, GH) told me!” He added that he was advised there was great story coming up, and added, “That’s fantastic! I can’t wait to see what is going on. However long it lasts, I’ll take whatever I can get and I’m really looking forward to being back in there. There is a whole nee squad. a whole new group of people. I don’t even know who these cops are anymore!”
Shortly after being named commissioner on Monday’s episode of the ABC daytime drama series, Mac is already getting wind of some criminal activities and things that seem way off; from Lulu’s (Emme Rylan) new assignment with The Intruder, to his brother Robert (Tristan Rogers), being pushed out of the WSB and forced to retire, and much more. Can Mac get the police department to solve some crimes ..> for once?
So, what do you think of John J. York getting to be back in action at the PCPD? Do you hope somehow the story turns and remains in the position even after Jordan is well, or are you hoping Jordan can get back into the swing of things fast and return to her job? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
As Felicia said a few weeks ago, “the Scorpio Brothers Ride Again!”
Jordan will have some conflict if it comes out in public what Curtis’ role was in the kidney-napping. Perhaps this delays or cancels her return as commissioner.
I like the character of Jordan, and BNH has totally claimed the role. However, something needs to be done to spice up her character a bit.
As for Mac, and JJY, it’s finally his turn to be a vet of focus. Hopefully the writers saw how JL mesmerized in every scene, once he was treated as a lead, and will give that same opportunity to JJY.
Always been a lead!
Love Mac. Love Felicia. Miss Frisco. Of course, Mac & Felicia were on to prop up “The Boyfriend.” We needed to see “Bootleg Juilliard” celebrate his birthday? Who cares? Useless character, horrible actor.
Mac is what they need!
I love Mac (and John J. York) and I love seeing him back in action. What concerns me is pushing Jordan aside if he remains in the position. If Briana is leaving it would make sense to me. But other than being the Commissioner, what other storyline have they given her. Of course, what story have they given to John in recent years? It would be wonderful if they could give them BOTH something to do without pushing one or the other off screen.
GH FINALLY gets it! WE want the veterans on our screens and not the Amys, Valentins, Peters, Jordans, Stellas, DOD crap and the new god awful Valerie!
YES, Timmm. Who is in charge of hiring recasts, and Bootlegs from Juilliard? Valerie is awful. Jordan, as boring as can be, and Peter, unwatchable.
Robert was commish when I was a kid. When his character announced he’d been forced into WSB retirement I thought Hmmmm for a second.
Robert (Tristan Rogers) has NOT lost his mojo; he’s always working it. Come back home, Robert, and work with your “little brother,” with Laura the Mayor (remember when you and she went on a date during “classic GH?), Anna (so good with Finola), all ALL the cast. You’re at home there, and your acting skills are primo, of course! GH needs your moxie, good-natured sarcasm, and your well-honed wit. Always has!
For Mac’s sake, well I hope soooo, cuz he is the best ever
Mac needs to get things right in PC. Jordan can be a “Special Advisor” or something. I took a break from GH when Genie was fired, but when Vinessa was playing Jordan, the incompetence was laughable. It’s fine that Sonny/Jason always win, but it was just played so poorly. Mac needs to bring accountability and competence back. Hopefully Frank/Shelley (for now)/Chris can write it properly.
YEs!
Why temporary? Mac is a natural as the police commissioner. It’s good to see him again–he’s aged beautifully and yet still seems youthful.
I so agree, Harry! And don’t you think Robert should work with Mac, his little brother?
Mac is back!
Happy to see Mac back. Sorry to say, but I wouldn’t miss Jordan and Curtis if they exited Pt. Charles.
Yes, Please let him be the PERMANENT commissioner; Jordan can continue to work also but with a reduced load–since she just had a kidney transplant. And PLEASE let Robert work with him; Tristan needs a CONTRACT; after all, he is free from the WSB since they forced his retirement. Come on home, Tristan and “Robert.” Just seeing his face and hearing that distinctive voice is a joy! Love him–and he makes one sit up and listen–he “commmands” attentions. And did I say he is a great and fun actor and character?!
I’d love to see Laura interact with him (it would seem like “old times”). BTW, Laura and Kevin were great together today as he was getting his job back and they were talking about celebrating at home with champagne and pizza! What a fun team–and they LOVE each other–how refreshing is that? And did I say they are also two great actors who obviously have fun working together? More scenes with them together, PLEASE!
Robert, Anna, Robin and bring back Patrick and sign them all to a contract! Hell, if they wont bring the Q’s back, let the Scorpios shine!
Leave Mac as the commissioner. This way, we might get to see more of the vets like him and Felicia, and Lucy, and Robert. Yes, we do need the new generation to carry stories but I think I speak for many of us older folk that we need our vets too. They were the ones we idolized back in the day and even though they don’t get the juicy stories they did when they were younger, just knowing they’re still around gives us comfort because we still love them no matter what.
Like I said! Robert, Mac, Felicia (doesn’t she look GREAT?), etc!
I’m glad you saw how gorgeous Felicia looks. Talk about someone who doesn’t age. I liken on the menfolk, Wally kurth NED.
GH has become staler and more stupid.
The Oliver stuff is dull boring filler; nothing but empty.
It’s become dumbcrap.
Carly and baby is ho-hum and the once fiery Chorinthois family has been reduced to empty can state.
Lulu and her dingbat stuff make a brain bleed- as does Maxie’s nonsense.
They are true valley girl mall rats, for sure.
I wait for them to giggly yell; AWESOME-SAUCE ! !!
The cult stuff is Lame ..
Scorpio finally got canned and so should Anna..
they are elders, grandparents of a teenager, and to mention-
The FBI-CIA-Military-etc do Not take you if you are over 36yrs of age; that is the line of age 36, unless expertise on desk duty and they are very few.
Military 5 star leaders are grandfathered-in until they leave or die but not field combat active.
thing is– GH needs to clean house and bring in New YOUNG writers.
if not GH will have 3 years left.
There is not one, not one, story of excitement, drama, of intriguing WOW factor.
It’s like watching hair grow on a statue..
(remember the GH of the 80-90(I was told)
Blew the roof off with excitement, it was a bomb!!
Now, it’s a lullaby .
HEy su, bite that (sharp) tongue! 🙂 Robert Scorpio (what a great name, don’t you agree?) has NOT been canned–he was just on. Anna is great with Robert–and will return after summer vacation. And Scorpio does NOT sing lullabies! (But, I’m sure he COULD–and I’d listen. In fact, I’d listen to him read the menu or the rap sheets or the hospital charts. That man can ACT.). And he’s available to work with his “little” brother, Mac! He’s not getting older; he’s getting better! Come on, su! Join us in welcoming Robert back to GH PERMANENTLY! Will you?
Love it! I remember when he lost his job and Anna took over. After 21 years at GH he was taken off contract. It’s nice that he has this opportunity! It’s almost like traveling back in time.
I’m traveling with you; my bags are packed!
Big Mac’ is IN the “house” AND staying power!!!! LOVING IT… w/Felicia by his side MORE
@Frank, Shelly, Chris – this is an – EASY – let for fans of ole’. JUST showcase … feature… SHARE the screen w/your obvious stagnant
he’s sure Rockin’ the salt and pepper.. and damn good about it… add in the “beard” and he’s relevant… his act does all the rest
Bravo, Patrick! Like I said!
Now, on Mac I like the beard!
Sorry to disagree with you, Violet, but I just wrote a post stating that Mac’s facial fuzz doesn’t work for me….even though it is neatly kept, it conceals his ageless face too much for my druthers! Why mess with perfection????
Yea for the return of Mac. And hopefully Robert as his unofficial sidekick. But I do hope they can find something for Jordan. I like her and Curtis on GH. Maybe they can be a investigative team like Sam and Jason?
can I beam… smile broader any MORE ? GIDDY and my first thought is of MORE Felicia
she’s so stunning… case in point… @well this is boring… @floating rib… for ugh Peter b-day. Kristina Wagner’ Hair… she’s almost flawless. I immediately thought.. WOAH – her mane is BETTER THAN CARLY ! ugh – who’s always playing flipping tossing hers.
well they did bring up during… that he was hired as Commish. love how he lit in to Peter that he had second thoughts on his character.. being with Maxie.. because of Momma Smurph Lulu internet dating spy ring. ugh her Barbie sugar ditz had me clawing gouging out my eyes. ???? and she had the gall or whatever telling Sonny how much she missed ??? being with a man? did I hear that? oh god. I wonder if @suOOOO is correct on that guy from OLTL COULD BE the nuDANTE .
Ingo Rademacher’ Jax : he’s this international global corporate mogul. yet he kowtowed to Laura.. so she had to screech about CRIMSON putting Ava on the cover . Jax wanted to give her a heads up? what the hell for ? he doesn’t OWE her one effin’ thing. so what that they share a daughter. then they have him asking Laura.. tell me about this Valentin. watching these two have drinks @METRO. side by side… oh it was tantalize.. YET let me tell you JAX. back up… you’ve got near nada next to Valentin FULL stature.
PLUS PLUS PLUS… I think Cynthia Watros’ is still breaking in her WINGS.. BUT … oh was the fire and intensity their with James Patrick Stuart… oh does Valentin do it.. as they leaned in to kiss. ALL that is taken care of. she and Charlotte do resemble each other some. why not
back to Jax: as he lit in to Ava.. about how he helped Connie start Crimson.. and that Ava murdered his friend !!!! ????
you’ve got Jax stirring up all over the place. let’s see some vulnerability? or as Cynthia Watros see Jax.. as this knight in shining armor… well.. he’s always “lost” to Sonny… ugh still? oye.. that’s a laugh out loud thought. it’s my thought that if Valentin is a game player… he’s always coming from behind… ie: think still fighting to WIN Nina … ALL of Port Charles against him… @GH Writers have never really given him a WIN with any character.. outside of “murdering” Nicholas. so… if this is all one sided for Jax.. besting Valentin.. then this could become stale , even with Jax, quickly. it’s not like Jax is this big mystery… hopefully Curtis does in fact find some dirt… argh doesn’t seem possible. lets not have all the cards stacked against his nemesis from the onset. less is more on Jax placing his chips all over town. but, like I said… as long as he’s not a stoolie to Sonnny AND just a propped character to SUPPORT they dullard clan, and that includes Joss, Carly, Sonny, Michael.
LOL I actually enjoyed Nelle AND Ryan rapport !?!? LOL keep the “EDGE” coming… Jon Lindstrom is fine
oh god… PlEASE make Finn, Franco, Peter GO AWAY
“what do you say, Charlie? want to make a family?” “this is the best thing that’s ever happened to me”
Julian – AND – Kim. I’ve always thought… why risk having just one child.. got to have minimum two. this is high yield… as was previewed… who will Kim say yes to etc… when she’s given a ring by either or ? Julian AND Drew. I sure wish Drew was more animated. when someone has to “talk” with him… he seems to wander off and stares off in to “nowhere”. what is this “acting” requirement
nevertheless.. when Drew and Kim were at Kilimanjaro… I was so taken by her out of body experience … when she was back at the hotel after letting Oscar go. as she thought she was talking to Oscar, yet it was Drew. chilling
AND when Drew was sharing with margo how he didn’t know what to do ?
I just hope we start seeing some transformation… for Billy Miller
because with all this talent on the docket… let’s get it
ie: Laura Wright’ Carly – is any one the least bit interested in Carly plight? of course this was all done to showcase any sensitivity for Carly character.. to give her more realism… HEY
they even have a new kitchen to showcase that more familial vibe… I aint having it
especially after watching Sonny in apron… putting together a healthy meal for Carly… as Kristina looked on… as he nurtured Kristina thru her mind bend from day of dawn
to this day… she still doing it alone… all her appointments… till she finally shared with Sam… that her baby could have ??? abnormality? any way you get it.. she’s an old gal. how could @writers bring any thing new to get any sympathy or care for Carly. she’s loud … SHE”S LOUD… she’s indifferent… who cares any more ? not one character in all of Port Charles… SEEKS the Corinthos’ OUT. what’s the point ???? unless @GH is too cheap to give Carly ANY character … she’s got to be shown with Bobbi… AND THATS THE ONLY THING THAT WORKS FOR Laura Wright. otherwise… they are working way too much in overdrive.. to shove these characters front and center… THEY ARE BORING
don’t even get me started on watching Michael go man to man with Shiloh. telling him he bought day of dawn to become a womans shelter.. how the Q’s could have bought the whole block. Michael lacks so much character with no personality. but he’s the most decent person Carly knows. whoop de do
it just gnaws @: that Drew continues to share… that he wouldn’t change the last 5 years for any thing… hence… he’s got that memory card/chip in his safe. ???? huh
blech ! don’t make me vomit! Sam never really ; loved that much.. even with his child… Scout. END OF STORY !!!
so now….he’s lost his eldest child. there goes that lifeline.
??? what does Drew truly have.. to hang on to?
Did any one else.. see that “nurse” black short hair… seem to be listening in on Drew and Margo about thee memory chip? however, Shiloh factors in… which was interesting when Shiloh first happened. it would have been fun to see Drew actually form and build a friendship… his and Curtis seem so polite.
I might be imagining thee “nurse”
evenso… unless Shiloh is dishing out more… than deceiving followers out of $50,000 dollars in cash; plus
I just don’t see how mixing in Drew and Shiloh past with said memory card will mean much ado about ?
this story didn’t have a chance … and it’s too bad because Shiloh, the actor… has lots of shade … character… and well… come hither… which if we follow the story anyway… the “assault” on Sam blew this all up.
Drew ?!?! where are you ? I am hoping for a huge payoff surprise then… AND that his memory return will be
just to give Billy Miller back to us… with a whole new arsenal
help
Oh Patrick,
As the song goes, where do I begin?
#1 I do like Felicia and Mac
2 Not too crazy about their daughter
3 I like Cynthia Watros, but not seeing any chemistry between she and Valentin. As Celia said, she looks a little old for him, more like a sister.
4 Everything you said about Lulu, but I wish Sonny had told her to get a blow-up doll!
5 I had hoped maybe Drew and Kim might get together, but now it looks like he may be leaving GH.
6 Love Jax and his contempt of Ava. Maybe he can do what the law has yet to do, to pay for her crimes.
7 Agree, the Corinthos are boring, Sonny and Cher, I mean Carly, but I have always liked Michael. He’s had a hard time growing up. Look how many parents have led him to where he is now.He does like to brag of his importance, his money and family.
8 I like the new kitchen though. Maybe they could spread a little straw on the floor, making it easier for Carly to walk on, in her bare feet.
9 I like the idea of Nelle escaping to kidnap Wylie, before the creep Shiloh does.
Keep smiling Patrick, looks good on you.
General Hospital
Kelly Sullivan Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’s’ Maura West Recalling When Ava Shot Connie (Exclusive)

It was just over 13 years ago on General Hospital when Ava Jerome (Maura West) shot and killed Kate Howard/Connie Falconeri (Kelly Sullivan) in an effort to keep her quiet from revealing that Derek Wells was actually Ava’s back-from-the-dead brother, Julian Jerome (William deVry). It’s a crime that somehow Ava never has quite paid for either.
The episode back aired on August 13, 2013 and viewers had to say goodbye to Kelly Sullivan who played Kate and her alter, Connie. In the story, just before she died, Kate/Connie scrawled the letters AJ in her own blood, initially making the PCPD and Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) think that it was AJ Quatermaine (Sean Kanan) who did the deed.
Now, Sullivan recalled sharing scenes with the three-time Daytime Emmy-winning West, during a live conversation on You Tube’s Michael Fairman Channel. Kelly was the special guest talking about her recent return to the soaps in her new role as The Bold and the Beautiful’s Darcy Dylan.

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF MAURA WEST
Speaking of her final GH scenes and working with Maura West, Sullivan gave her then GH co-star major props. “If you’re going to be shot by somebody (on the soaps), you want to be shot by Maura West, c’mon!”
Maura West debuted back in May 2013 as Ava, and Sullivan remembered when the As the World Turns favorite began on GH. “I remember when Maura West first arrived at GH. She walked in with this cute little bob (hairdo) and she’s just delicious,” shared Sullivan.
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
Kelly revealed more about Maura, adding “I think she’s amazing! I remember right before I left the show, someone suggested, and I would still love to do this with her, if she ever want to, but someone suggested that they wanted to direct the stage play A Streetcar Named Desire with Maura and I, where I would play Stella and she would play Blanche! Wouldn’t that be great?”
Speaking of the Ava/Connie showdown scenes, Sullivan expressed, “On television and on General Hospital specifically, Maura West is able to play a character who does the most horrendous things and you still care about her and that’s the mark of a really great actor. In other words, you’re able to be liked in the midst of the most horrendous things, and as a performer not shying away from that, and to just have the courage to do what’s on the page (in the script).”

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KELLY SULLIVAN PARTING THOUGHTS AS SHE LEFT GENERAL HOSPITAL
Kelly also shared her sentiments when she walked off the set of General Hospital after her run back in August of 2013. “I really was honored. Every day I would go to work and I would say a little prayer, which is I want to do justice for my character, explained Kelly. “It’s between me and my character. I get to walk this path with her and to leave the show on that note, which is, I left every out there. I just gave it my all and again what an honor it was to play Kate/Connie.”
You can catch the full conversation with Kelly where she talks about her time on General Hospital, The Young and the Restless where she played Sage Warner and now The Bold and the Beautiful below.
So, do you remember the Ava and Connie scenes where Ava shot and killed her? What did you think of Kelly Sullivan’s sentiments about Maura West? Share your thoughts via the comment section. But first, watch the reveal where Ava recalls murdering Connie below!
General Hospital
Steve Burton Reportedly Signs Three-Year Contract with ‘General Hospital’

The question of will Steve Burton (Jason Morgan) stay awhile at General Hospital after his recent extended hiatus from the show earlier this year, has reportedly been answered.
TMZ via court documents obtained in Burton’s ongoing legal battle with his ex-wife Sheree Gustin, shared that Steve actually inked a new three year deal with the ABC soap opera back in June.
That is significant because it was June when Burton returned back to work as Jason. In addition, the court filing confirmed that Burton had already moved back to California from Tennessee.

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STEVE’S HIATUS AND HIS RETURN TO PORT CHARLES
GH fans will recall, it was back in February of 2026, that Burton announced via his Instagram that he was stepping away from his role of Jason Morgan for short break and pointed to wanting to spend quality time with his new wife, Michelle Lundstrom Burton with whom he tied the knot back on May 17, 2025.
Steve expressed at that time, “I’m newly married and looking forward to spending some quality time with my family.” It was back on March 25 that viewers saw Jason carted away by the WSB after taking the fall for Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr) who shot then WSB Director Ross Cullum (Andrew Hawkes).
Burton returned to work on June 1, and due to General Hospital taping roughly six weeks ahead of air, made his on-screen comeback on the July 13 episode.
GOING FOR GOLD AT THE UPCOMING DAYTIME EMMYS
Then, Steve and his enduring fans got an extra special treat on the same day, when it was revealed on Extra that he was nominated for the upcoming 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards in the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series category.
Steve previously won in the Supporting Actor category for his work as General Hospital’s Jason in 1998 and as The Young and the Restless’ Dylan McAvoy in 2018.
Now with Jason and Britt’s (Kelly Thiebaud) relationship seemingly hitting the skids, plus Jason’s commitment to staying out of mob life to focus on being present for his son Danny Morgan (Asher Antonyzyn), what does the future hold for the fan favorite character? Stay tuned.
So, happy to hear that Steve Burton signed a new three year deal with General Hospital? Knowing that, what storyline would you like to see Jason get involved and with who? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason and Britt Reach an Impasse; Is This the End of Their Relationship?

On the Friday, September 11 episode of General Hospital, Jason (Steve Burton) and Britt’s (Kelly Thiebaud) relationship becomes strained to potentially the point of no return.
Things take a turn when an unglued Britt having been traumatized by almost being killed by Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) asks Jason to back her up with the PCPD when she reports Anna for attempted murder.
However, Jason told Britt, he can’t. Jason shares that he does not believe Anna would have gone through with shooting her. Therefore, Britt was not in any real imminent danger. Britt is flabbergasted and hurt that Jason is refusing to tell the police what he actually witnessed for himself on Mount Emerson.

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BRITT WANTS BACK UP FROM JASON
Jason counters that he can’t believe that Britt would want Anna punished. or sent to prison, or a mental facility after the trauma she endured while being locked up and mentally tortured while at Wyndemere.
He asks Britt, “How could you even say that you want her locked up or prosecuted for what she did when you knew she was being held prisoner and you did nothing to save her?” Britt is stunned by Jason’s response.
Coming up, official General Hospital spoilers share that on the upcoming Monday, September 14 episode, Jason confides in Carly (Laura Wright), while Britt is stung. In the video preview that aired at the end of the Friday, September 11 episode for this coming Monday, Britt says to Jason, “You don’t believe me. Do you?”
General Hospital head scribes, Chris Van Etten and Elizabeth Korte previously teased in their fall preview of the soap, “Britt and Jason have come a long way and fought a lot of enemies to be together. But the most stubborn obstacle to their happiness isn’t without, it’s within. Decisions Britt made to stay alive while under Cullum’s thumb will come back to haunt her and may prove too difficult for this unlikely couple to survive.”
So, what do you think will happen? Will Jason and Britt break-up over Britt’s lies and Jason’s unwillingness to report Anna’s crime against her? Do you want Jason and Britt to go their separate ways? If they do, will Britt become romantically involved with Dr. Tristan Roberts (Dean Geyer) ? If so, who do you pair Jason with? Anyone? Weigh-in via the comment section.
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