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‘General Hospital’ Shares ‘We May Have Just the Part For Him’ in Response to John Oliver’s Quest For a Soap Role
General Hospital’s DMs are open and awaiting Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver to contact them after his rousing rendition of a scene from the ABC soap opera where he took on the role of Brick played by recurring cast member and ESPN sports personality, Stephen A. Smith.
Last week, Oliver made headlines by reimagining a scene of Brick’s on this late night talk show, but then admitting and hoping that someone would cast him on a daytime soap opera.
Well, it appears Oliver’s message has landed with GH’s producers and those-in-the-know! On Wednesday, March 18 in a Instagram message and video featuring Stephen A. Smith, he asked the question, “John Oliver, @LastWeekTonight, I have one question. Are you ready to commit!?”
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Accompanying this at the top of the comment thread were some key words from the official General Hospital Instagram account, who expressed to Smith and to Oliver, “We may have just the part for him. Our DMs are open.”
As for Stephen A, after watching back the Brick scene with Oliver taking on the role, he shared, “You sure you ready for that? You sure you ready for the commitment that it’s going to take, John Oliver? Because this is serious. This is serious!”
Smith also gave the late night talk show host,some pointers on playing the bad guy: “You gotta welcome being disliked, because contrary to what you might think about yourself, you’re a very likable guy; you’re a very, very likable guy. So you have to understand: You gotta be willing to be a bad guy. You gotta to embrace it. You gotta embrace it. You gotta love it. You got to love the hate, ’cause they end up loving you in the end.'”
Oliver previously said on a segment on the soaps, the important ingredients a said role would have to have for him included, murder, slapping, or being someone’s long-lost relative.
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John said in full, “To all the soap operas out there, let me say this: I am officially offering myself to you. Write me a role, and I’ll be on your set so fast, it’ll make your head spin. I only have a few conditions: First, I don’t want to play myself, I want to be a character. And I want his name to be ridiculous. Also, I want to do something juicy — like murder or slapping or being slapped or being someone’s long-lost something — and, ideally, I’d like a dramatic closeup of my face. But in return, trust me, I will give my all to this performance.”
One actress who would love to be paired with Oliver is Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis), who previously posted upon hearing Oliver would love a wacky soap role. “I want him,” wrote Grahn. “Alexis needs a hot love interest and it will be short termed without a lasting commitment since all her lovers eventually become psychopaths and die. #JohnOliver would make a perfect psychopath. It’ll write itself.” She later added, “How about John Oliver plays an immigrant that Alexis hides from ICE in her basement. There’s already a bed down there….and a ball gag! ”
So, John Oliver and General Hospital lets make this happen! GH fans, what role would you love to see John Oliver get to play on the ABC soap opera? Think fun and out of the box and let us know in the comment section.
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I saw that segment and would definitely welcome John Oliver if he were given a part on GH. He only wants a bit part so that shouldn’t be too tough to figure what to put him in as. Hope it happens!
He can play a past love of Alexis who wisks her off her feet and takes her and her daughters to an enchanted kingdom far away never to be heard from again!
If only you could join them.
Keep the Davis’ take the Dottie.
Yes.
If only you could be kind to Dottie… she has as much right to post as you do… doesn’t she?
I would almost always agree with you on that. But, this is different. That poster has consistently made racist posts. Kindness only goes so far.
Oh.. I was not aware of that. I 100% agree… Mr. Fairman should block those, as he has stated previously that such posts would not be tolerated
I’m not racist how do you know I’m not black or any other race? Im just not woke. There is huge difference. Beyond the Gates which I have watched because I like Tamara Tunie very much but I don’t deserves the accolades this site heaps on it.
It’s too late to claim you’re not racist. There’s been too many occasions where Michael F has removed your derogatory posts (that included language I respectfully do not repeat here). Frequent readers of the comments on this site know exactly what I (and others) have pointed out.
Save us the victim or innocent act.
As I recall, you were bashing Beyond the Gates even before it aired. You also kept referring to it as “Beyond Them Gates.” Prejudging a show with a predominantly Black cast while utilizing racial stereotypes seems pretty racist to me.
That’s very well said!
I don’t have much sympathy for racists.
I have a feeling John Oliver will be a better actor than Kin Shriner.
Of course General Hospital would have the part for him… ridiculous, on an already bloated cast.
Scott, what he is proposing is a cameo appearance. Calm down.
I am calm, but it still doesn’t discredit my comment. It’s ridiculous, in an already bloated cast, to add someone else in. Cameo or not. It is not necessary. Instead of writing in a cameo, focus on the plethora of cast members, both regular and recurring.
Oh come on. It will be fun and very brief.
There’s more to life than getting bent out of shape by soap operas constantly.
Again, who said I am bent out of shape? And constantly? You must have me confused with someone else.
You tend to stick your nose up at people when they don’t have a photographic memory of shows and information about actors. You have done it to me and others. It’s very tiresome and I’m no longer responding to your posts.
Scott, while I respect your vast knowledge of the soap opera genre, I don’t get the impression that you’re a lot of fun at parties.
Was this necessary to post? No. It wasn’t. Just because I had a differing opinion does not mean you can spew that kind of stuff out there. You don’t know me, so please don’t make such assumptions. Plus, Michael has asked that it not be done in comments prior.
He’s a hypocrite that can’t take it when he dishes it out to other people. More people need to call him out on his double standards.
Michael (Fairman), please; you asked us to stop with these kinds of comments. How are they being allowed through? You’ve asked us to stop with personal comments like this, and I’ve done my best to steer clear of them, but Michael and Addy seem to prefer making them.
Seriously.
John Oliver would be a great addition to GH. Even in a bit, one day part, he certainly would add a lot of fun to the show!
He’d make a terrific, bumbling butler for the Q’s. I could see him driving Tracy bonkers. If I were John Oliver, I wouldn’t take any acting advice from Stephen A Smith.
Getting so confused with GH …it’s hard to keep up with all the new actors…and all these teenagers..what the heck. Let’s move on with some of the real story..whatever it is now. Don’t enjoy teenagers making out, etc. Been watching GH since the ’60s.. Also..you show 2-3 quick scenes and then a 5 minute long row of commercials….annoying!!!! Im forced to record and watch at night so I can fast forward past those commercials.
If only we could turn back the hands of time… too be honest.. I am just happy we still have one legacy ABC soap on the airwaves. Time does move on… sadly actor’s pass away or choose a different direction in their careers. Thank goodness for our memories and the great time machine called “youtube”.
What a mess ! 1 character takes a time out ( should have been a temporary recast) Hate seeing Marco die. It seems that whatever the fans want, Valentini does the opposite ! He makes Beyond the Gates very popular !
You don’t temporarily recast a key character unless it’s absolutely necessary.
Oh, btw, GH ratings are up compared to last year, so they’re doing something right
Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Ava’s (Maura West) daughter Avery looks quite different, starting on today’s November 9 episode of General Hospital. That’s because GH has made Avery into a full-blown teenager and the role is now being played by actress Alya Bullington.
In her debut, the Tennessee native was thrown into the deep soap waters with Daytime Emmy winners, Maurice Benard and Eden McCoy (Josslyn). Bullington weighed-in to TV Insider about her first scene which featured Avery overhearing a fight between Sonny and Josslyn.
She explained “It was something I have never done before, I did not have a lot of experience with the screaming and the crying stuff, but I got my first script, and I was like, ‘OK, this is a huge opportunity to learn so much about how that stuff works and to become this character that I have never even tried playing before.’”
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THE TEENAGED VERSION OF AVERY WILL HAVE A LOT TO CONTEND WITH
Speaking of working with McCoy, Bullington shared, “She’s incredible. I remember her just laughing and making jokes on set, and then the minute that they started taping, she just locked in and she cried immediately, and my first thought was, ‘I want to be able to do that.’
The soap opera newcomer added, “I think she just inspired me so much because she is so great and she can just lock into whatever character she wants to in the moment.”
The character of Avery was born back in 2014, but as recently as the October 8 episode of General Hospital, the character was suddenly referred to as a teenager. This is the second young female character in recent months to be aged up following the casting of Kayden Brenna Tokarski as Scout Cain.
As for her take on Avery and what’s ahead, Alya said,“She’s emotional, and she’s curious, and she’s a really fun person to play because so much stuff is happening in her life. I think she’s kind of confused about what’s happening and what to believe.”
So, what do you think about General Hospital making Avery a teenager? Are you excited to see the conflict between Sonny, Ava and Avery now that they have aged up the character? Share your thoughts and welcome Alya to GH via the comment section below.
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‘General Hospital’ Favorite Amanda Setton Talks Brook Lynn and Chase’s Divorce, Jude Jacks, Baby Phoebe, and What’s Next (Exclusive)
On General Hospital, Brook Lynn Quartermaine’s (Amanda Setton) life as she knows it has turned upside down. First, she and Chase (Josh Swickard) signed divorce papers while in the Dominican Republic. As much as they loved each other, they just couldn’t get past all the trust issues between them.
Then, right after that, Jude Jax (Wil Traval) shows up at the Q mansion and demands to see his daughter, baby Phoebe! Brook Lynn is thrown for a complete loop. Is this guy claiming to be the biological father of Delilah Wilson’s daughter, which had been adopted by Brook Lynn and Chase, telling the truth? Brook Lynn is on her way to getting to the bottom of his claims.
Meanwhile, Brook Lynn’s portrayer, Amanda Setton just celebrated her first-ever Daytime Emmy nomination, and in the very competitive Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series category. While Amanda ultimately did not take home the gold statuette, that honor went to The Young and the Restless’ longtime veteran, Beth Maitland (Traci Abbott), she was in great spirits when Michael Fairman TV caught up with her on the red carpet.
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THE END OF THE LINE FOR BROOK LYNN AND CHASE
When asked how she felt about Brook Lynn being the first (between her and Chase) to put pen to paper on their divorce papers, Settton recalled, “She did. But I’m like, ‘Did she or did he kind of?’ They did it (both of them).”
Getting a new co-star and cast member can go one of two ways, great or not so great, but Amanda had nothing but high praise for Wil Traval’s entrance and performance as Jude Jacks!
THE ARRIVAL OF JUDE JAX
“Wil Traval is fabulous to work with. His debut was so amazing the other day, wasn’t it? He was just such a force and everybody’s faces and reactions when he says that he’s, ‘Jude Jacks, Jerry’s son.’ It was so good and well-played! Wil’s awesome. I’m excited for what’s to come. We’re going to have a lot of stuff together.”
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According to Amanda, Brook Lynn will have her hands full in the months to come: “There’s a lot of stuff coming down the pike with Baby Phoebe. Will Chase and Brooklyn work together? Will they not? Is it really Jude’s daughter? Lots of questions!”
GRATITUDE TO BE ACKNOWLEDGED BY HER PEERS
For Setton, being an Emmy nominee meant the world to her, and to finally be acknowledged by her peers in a television career that spanned daytime and primetime including her performances as Kimberly Andrews on One Life to Live. But most importantly for her work in 2025 in the emotional rollercoaster of a story where Brook Lynn learns Gio (Giovanni Mazza) is her biological son.
“It means so much to me,” expressed Amanda. “It really does. I keep using this line, but I really mean it. It feels like a big hug. You know, not everybody who votes for these categories works with you. It’s really a very humbling feeling to know that your work actually touched someone and moved someone enough for them to vote for you. And getting to play the storyline that I got to play was such a privilege. It really was, with the actors I got to play it with. To be a little rewarded for it feels so nice.”
You can check out our chat with Amanda Setton on the red carpet at the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards below. Then make sure to check out all the Michael Fairman Channel red carpet interviews from daytime’s biggest night here.
So, do you think Brook Lynn and Chase will unite to keep baby Phoebe away from Jude Jacks? What do you think of Wil Traval’s performances thus far as Jude? How do you see this story for the custody of baby Phoebe playing out? Were you rooting for Amanda to take home the Supporting Actress gold? Let us know via the comment section below.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Heather Webber Has Everyone on Edge, Walls Close in on Ava and Drew, Sonny Has a Problem Named ‘Josslyn’
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, Heather Webber (Alley Mills) infiltrates herself back into Port Charles upsetting many a citizen, while Josslyn (Eden McCoy) is making it be known she will not rest till she takes Sonny (Maurice Benard) down, and Ava (Maura West) and Drew (Cameron Mathison) are now in the hot seat for the murder of Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna).
In the just released, ABC video spoilers for the action November 9-13, first we see a stare down between Heather and Ava when they finally come to face-to-face.
Next, Felicia (Kristina Wagner) warns Emma (Braedyn Bruner), “You cannot allow Heather Webber to see herself as a victim!” This is juxtaposed with Heather walking into the PCPD interrogation room. Is she going to incriminate Ava and Drew further on the murder of Jack Brennan … or is she there for something else?
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Then, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) tells Joe (Jonathan Bennett), ADA Turner (Nazneen Contractor) and Molly (Kristen Vaganos) that the PCPD has to switch their investigation and put the focus on Ava and Drew.
In the video teaser’s final moments, Josslyn (Eden McCoy) shows up at Sonny’s front door, shouting, “You just keep getting away with everything.” That leads to Sonny to tell Carly (Laura Wright) to get her daughter to back of off him.
Check out the official General Hospital spoilers the week below.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER, 9
Carly makes her loyalty to Valentin clear. Tristan makes a shocking revelation. Chase comes face to face with Jude. Jason and Alexis strategize. Josslyn flies off the handle.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Jason and Brook Lynn compare notes. Emma confronts Heather. Gio and Trina get a new opportunity. Joe and Molly hit pay dirt. Ava meets Serena.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Sonny issues a warning to Carly. Josslyn opens up to Hudson. Jude stands his ground. Drew tries to reassure Ava. Molly confides in Alexis.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Carly fears Sonny’s wrath. Sonny and Ric form a plan. Alexis makes a bold move. Drew gets a reality check. Lucas reassures Josslyn.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Drew pitches a drastic plan. Liz bends the rules for Dante. Josslyn confronts Jude. Brook Lynn opens up to Gio. Britt issues an invitation.
Now below, check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Getting Away with Everything.”
Then let us know, what do you think Heather Webber is up to? Will Ava and Drew actually take the fall for the death of Jack Brennan? Will Sonny stop Josslyn from taking him down at all costs? Share your thoughts and theories in the comment section.
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