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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
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Kin Shriner Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ TV Daughter Kelly Kruger

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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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Jason Seeks Answers For Sonny, Drew Gloats, and Chase is in for a Battle

This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, getting to the bottom of truth is paramount for several characters, but who will continue to lie and who might break?
In the latest video spoilers for the week of October 19-23, Sonny (Maurice Benard) needs to prove that he is innocent in orchestrating the prison beatdown of Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner). His girlfriend, ADA Justine Turner (Nazneen Contractor), wants to seemingly turn him to as she is seen saying, “I won’t give up until Sonny is behind bars,” to none other than Drew (Cameron Mathison)!
Meanwhile, it looks like Sonny has pulled Jason back in to to help him clear his name telling him to, “Find out whatever you can.” Later, we see Jason (Steve Burton) posing the question to someone, “Did you frame Sonny for it?” Did he go to Pentonville to confront Sully?

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Elsewhere, Chase (Josh Swickard) and Monet (Blythe Howard) get set to dissolve Chase’s marriage to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) who now has lawyered up with Ric Lansing (Rick Hearst). Monet tells Chase, “We need to prepare for the worst-case scenario.” Chase fires back ,“I don’t want a battle!” Is the battle over baby Phoebe, or a down and dirty fight just to get a divorce?
Then, Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) is reeling with happiness in the best possible way, after apparently sharing four kisses with mysterious stranger Jude (Wil Traval) at the Brown Dog Bar. Britt tells Lucas (Van Hansis) all about her evening. But, who is Jude and did he target Britt, or is he truly enamored with her? Stay tuned.
SPOILERS
Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week of October 19-23.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
Britt makes an intriguing deal. Trina is unsettled. Anna checks in on Sonny. Carly gets the third degree from Lucas. Jason calls out Serena.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Carly puts her heart on the line. Alexis delivers shocking news to Valentin. Sonny has a warning for Jason. Justine makes Drew an offer. Portia is wary of Monet.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
Anna seeks out Valentin. Britt’s attitude raises eyebrows. Molly seeks Alexis’s advice. Jason makes an offer to Lucy. Tracy and Cody catch up.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
Britt has juicy gossip for Lucas. Chase is thrown for a loop. Emma puts on her detective hat. Michael and Jordan await medical news. Ava is put on the spot.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
Ava pitches a dangerous plan to Drew. Jason calls out Josslyn. Ric and Monet go toe to toe. Lulu is discouraged. Sonny dangles a tantalizing deal.
Take a look at the latest GH promo, “Worst Case Scenario” below.
Now weigh-in: Will Jason figure out that Drew and Ava were behind framing Sonny? Do you want Chase to get parental rights to baby Phoebe? Do you like the attraction between Britt and Jude, or is something more nefarious going on with the guy? Let us know in the comment section below.
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‘General Hospital’s’ Jonathan Bennett Talks On Where Joe Fitzpatrick is Headed and Soap Opera Shirtless Scenes

It had become abundantly clear that roomies Dr. Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) and PCPD detective Joe Fitzpatrick (Jonathan Bennett) seem destined towards a romance on General Hospital.
In fact, to get Lucas all hot and bothered (although he does fully let on), during the Friday, October 16 episode, the good doctor helps Joe pick out something less stuffy to wear to a bar to meet people.
However, the moment is met with Joe taking off his shirt in front of Lucas and doing a quick change from sport coat and button down shirt to a more relaxed casual button down shirt. In fact, the ABC soap opera even called out the moment as their clip of the day (see below).

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MAJOR STORY TEASE FOR JOE
Bennett spoke with OUT in a new feature about what may be on the horizon for the by-the-book Joe and the moral Lucas, and how he learned that once the producers and writers on a soap script in a shirtless scene, if it goes over well, said actor, can expect many more in the months to come!
“I’m so excited for the audience to see where my character goes on General Hospital. It’s going to be monumental and I think people are going to love it,” teased Bennett. “I was shirtless in an episode and so petrified to shoot it,” he added. “I wanted to look my best and feel good. I really worked hard to get my body to a good place and I did it.”
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However as Jonathan points out, now he is finding himself half-naked in upcoming scenes as officer Joe! “I think I shot myself in the foot! Now that I did it once and it turned out well, every few weeks I read a script and I’m coming out of the shower, changing my shirt, or in the bathtub,” revealed Jonathan.
So, how does he keep camera ready? “I’m in the gym more, I have a better diet,” pointed out Bennett. “You have to stay healthy if you’re going to be shirtless every few weeks! I’m gay, an only child, and an actor. Of course I love the attention!”
While Bennett’s Port Charles story is going to reveal itself in the coming months, you can also see Jonathan back as the host of The Food Network’s Halloween Wars 16th season which concludes on Sunday, October 25.
Now below. check out the scene in question from Friday’s GH entitled, “Lose the Shirt.”
Weigh-in: What do you think will be “monumental” that Jonathan has teased that viewers will find out about Joe in the coming weeks? Are you feeling the on-screen chemistry between Joe and Lucas? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
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