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General Hospital’s Nancy Lee Grahn Notes That in Unpredictable Times, “Soap Operas Have More Value Than Ever”
Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis, General Hospital) is known as a political and social activist and actress. She is a two-time Daytime Emmy winner, who most likely will find herself with a nomination when the 2025 Daytime Emmy nominations are revealed next spring, for her heartbreaking work in scenes following the death of her on-screen daughter, Sam McCall (Kelly Monaco).
Whether you agree or disagree with Grahn’s views, she took to the social media platform Threads, and shared a message that may resonate with many longtime viewers of the soaps who have followed their stories, their shows, their favorite character and actors for decades. One of the reasons the soap medium has thee most loyal audience of any entertainment form.
Grahn posted this message, “We are going through some uncomfortable changes and unpredictable times. This is why I think Soap Opera’s have more value than ever. They are constant, familiar, dependable, safe and harmless.”
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She also added how being a part of the long-running ABC soap opera, now in her 28th year (Nancy debuted as Alexis back in 1996), has been so important to her. Nancy expressed, “I’m so grateful to be on General Hospital and in community with the other soaps as well as the best audience in show biz.”
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Some of Grahn’s followers responded in agreement about the power of the soaps. One fans shared, “I 💙 my soaps! They’re my break from all the real-life drama and chaos. I like most characters and know the story archs only last a few months. GH, Days and YR are my sanity savers!!” Another said, “I think I would have lost my mind by now without my soaps. Thank you for the escape from reality.” One more fan added, “We are grateful for the stories and the cast that still years later feel like visiting family if only for an hour a day.”
So, we ask, do you feel the soaps offer you comfort and dependability when things are tough in the real-world or in your own lives? Let us know via the comment section below.
“uncomfortable changes” bs the rest of the country is thrilled at the changes except her
The “rest of the country” is a typical broad misconception of people who lean a certain way.
Yeah, the less than 50% of the country that voted for the convicted felon rapist are thrilled, I’m sure. The rest of us, not so much.
You realize that less than 30% of eligible voters actually voted for that Orange piece of shit, don’t you?
And you can bet your soul that most of even that 30% did so out of blind Republican party loyalty, and would have probably preferred a more “traditional” GOP candidate, like Mittens Romney or somebody more in the John McCain mold of mortals.
So, no, it ain’t “the rest of the country”. About half the voters didn’t show up at all, or were otherwise prohibited from voting, due to various party shenanigans with voter registration, polling places closing, fake “bomb threats”, and just about every other dirty trick that can be dreamed up.
Yes it is my child. She still lost .
Mimi, please don’t presume to speak for me and so many other Americans. Whether you’re unhappy or happy with recent developments and impending changes, you have to admit- Nancy is right. Now more than ever escapism is important to our mental well being. Adding to that, art and literature and other means of artistic expression are more important than ever.
Not true-the rest of the country is not “thrilled”-there’s at least half of the country that are angry. Live her and my GH!
Go GH!!!!!!!
Over generalization is a common practice of Donald’s supporters. I won’t ever call him president because he doesn’t act like one.
Agreed .
You said a mouthful there, sir! have you ever read Eric Braeden’s views on Trump? Eric, being from Germany, knows exactly how it was living under Hitler’s rule, and sees all the similarities between the two.,I just say, God, help us all!
I have it and it’s terrifying!
The “rest of the country”? Mimi, don’t speak for everyone when you are not. Again, enjoy being told what you can/cannot do with your body beginning on January 21. Hope you don’t need vital medical attention, nor any other women in your family need it. Enjoy being TOUCHED inappropriate by any White, cis male when you don’t want it to happen. Enjoy not having pension/Medicare/social security retirement when you may need it.
I have watched GH since 1977 and it has always been my 1 hour of escapism from whatever is going on in the real world. For me these days it is my 1 hour of escape from battling cancer and I am grateful to still have my show on the air.
It’s time for some love for Alexis. With Gregory’s death, Molly and Kristina feuding, the baby’s death, Sam’s death, etc., it is time for a HAPPY story for her. If NLG doesn’t win the Emmy next year, it will be a tough pill to swallow. She has acted her butt off in every scene.
Wow, Mimi, do you really need the exaggeration to make your point?
Mr. Trump won, fair and square, and fairly decisively (although not, I do feel compelled to point out, by a “landslide,” as some in the media have tried to portray it). You have every right to be happy about that, and I don’t begrudge you a bit of gloating, even.
But let’s keep it real, please: close to half the population (or at least half the people who actually got out there and voted) voted against him. That’s a sizable percentage of the population that’s not “thrilled at the changes,” and it’ll be interesting to see whether it makes it harder for him to implement his agenda–whether he’ll actually be able to make sweeping changes this time, or if it’ll be another four years of volatility and chaos but not much real change, like the first term.
We’ll see. In the meantime, I hope your faith in him proves to be justified, and I wish you (and all of us) well (since whichever way we voted, we all have to live with what happens next).
Amen. Now tell the back row. To paraphrase Bette Davis, “Fasten your seat belts. It’s going to be a bumpy ride.”
Yes with out general hospital I don’t know what I do. Know, it has made me laugh and cry, and all other emotions thank you General hospital
Not only do I agree with her values, political views, etc, but most of what she has to say about the Soaps. I just wish she had daughters that aren’t so messed up in their own lives and minds. Here she had to lose the one daughter with a head on her shoulders but left to deal with these two F-ups, when does Alexis ever get to have a life of her own? Not that Kristina really listens to her dad, but he’s there for her in good times and bad. Say what you will, but a lot of folks would be lucky to call Sonny dad.
I also find Molly as screwed up as Kristina, in different ways, perhaps , but just as annoying.
This is about an hour a day to escape politics!
Thanks gh for yourstory telling.
In a country where you can be anything, don’t be a Nancy.
I for one would be proud to be Nancy,and only wish I had the brains and nerve to speak up as does, with what she knows is right.
Daytime Soap were many fans friendship and education of society when there wasn’t social media to alert us of music, fashions or trend & events. My grandmother watch soaps and learned to speak English. Soaps was more than a past time to many. Nancy your opinion is not embraced with facts anymore since you don’t understand the Greek word Sopa.
“Sopa” a Greek word for telling someone to be silent.
I have been watching soaps and I mean alot of soaps and they are my space and my time to visit other people lives maybe it just my way to relax and enjoy the soaps especially gh and days.
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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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