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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Everyone Wants to Take Down Ava! But Will They Be Able To?
Is this the end of Ava Jerome (Maura West), or will she get out of the jam she finds herself in? That is the question as the action picks up this week in Port Charles on ABC’s General Hospital.
In the newly-released promo for episodes airing August 12-16, Anna (Finola Hughes) visits Sonny (Maurice Benard) and delivers the news that she just learned that Ava made bail. Previously, Ava had been behind bars at the PCPD for allegedly causing the fall that wound up injuring Kristina (Kate Mansi) and killing her unborn baby. In another clip, Jason (Steve Burton) shows up and asks Sonny (Maurice Benard) “What are you doing to do?” Is the mob boss going to do something to Ava at the request of his daughter, Kristina and make her pay for her losing her unborn child?
Elsewhere, Carly (Laura Wright) is talking to someone sharing, “Kristina could have died; her baby did die!” Then, Molly (Kristen Vaganos) and TJ (Tajh Bellow) want justice for losing their baby as Molly says, “I need to do something about what happened to us.” Then, Kristina reiterates from her hospital room (to Molly) that Ava is going to pay for what she did.

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So, what do you think is really going to go down? Many believe that Ava will frame Agent Cates (Adam J. Harrington) for Kristina’s fall, others think Ava will be murdered and a whodunit will ensue. However, would GH kill-off soap opera favorite, Maura West? With the latest GH writing regime’s episodes just beginning to air, will they change any planned story mid-course? Stay tuned.
In addition, check out these official GH teasers for the week below.
MONDAY, AUGUST 12
Blaze receives a tempting offer. Willow makes a life-altering decision. Nina confides in Maxie. Carly gets a big surprise. Anna makes a realization.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13
Sonny confides in Jason. Kristina makes a bittersweet decision. Carly warns Ava. Tracy gives Violet a history lesson. John details his new plan.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14
Sasha takes Michael’s advice to heart. Cody learns from Tracy. Josslyn opens up to Gio. Willow makes a confession. Sonny makes an offer.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
Maxie is alarmed. Michael issues an unexpected invitation. Cody attempts a rescue. Felicia gives Mac a piece of her mind. Jason updates Sonny.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
Jason hits paydirt. Laura gets a distressing call. John makes a shocking arrest. Molly and TJ face a heartbreaking choice. Sonny makes a promise to Kristina.
Watch this week’s GH promo below followed by Michael Fairman Channel’s interview with Maura West from the red carpet at the 2024 Daytime Emmys this past June, where she addressed if the soap may be killing-off Ava.
Now weigh-in, will Ava meet her maker? Will Kristina get out of her hospital bed and take measures into her own hands? Will Ava get herself out of the hot seat with some clever maneuvering ? Share your theories via the comment section.
Ava is a great character, even with all her wrong doings and misdeeds. Would be a huge loss if Maura West left GH !!!
I find Ava boring. For me, she was the most interesting in the first years she was on, through her relationship with Morgan and then with Ryan. After that, she really didn’t drive story. She’s so completely unlikable, disloyal…I’m just not invested in the character. Yet, strangely, I would miss her familiar presence, lol.
I have already warned Julian Jerome that his little sister might be moving in. He’s still getting used to Olivia being down here.
Fact is, she DIDN’T push Kristina. The poor lass stumbled over John’s duffel bag. This being a soap, that truth will HAVE to come out at some point, which leads me to believe that Maura West doesn’t need to be filing change-of-address cards for her fan mail in the near future.
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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.
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‘General Hospital’ Fan Club Weekend 2026 (Photos)

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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