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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Aiden Comes Out to Lucky; Then Elizabeth Delivers Devastating News
In an emotional Monday, October 7th episode of General Hospital, Aiden (Colin Cassidy) and Lucky (Jonathan Jackson) finally talk and have their long-awaited father and son chat. Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) brings them to the GH break room so they can talk privately. At first, Lucky apologizes for not getting in touch with his son, and assures him it wasn’t because he didn’t care about him.
Aiden responds that at first he thought maybe Lucky didn’t want to get in touch with him. Then, Aiden reveals to Lucky he had so much to tell him, but he didn’t want to say it in a video call or via an email. Next, Aiden comes out to Lucky and says “Dad, I’m gay.” Lucky is, at first, not sure how to respond, and takes a beat to compose himself after Aiden’s declaration, but then as only Jonathan Jackson can, the tears well up and he says, “I’m your father, and I love you without exception.”
Lucky adds that he’s sorry if Aiden’s ever questioned that, but he is his son, and nothing will ever change that. Both Aiden and Lucky have tears in their eyes and share a warm embrace. Later, Aiden tells his father about his baking business. Lucky says his baking business reminded of his dad, Luke, and Luke would think what Aiden is doing is pretty cool. Aiden brings up Luke, Laura and Lucky and Lucky reflect on their time running the Triple L diner in British Columbia, Canada.

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At the nurses’ station, Elizabeth is worried how the conversation is going between Aiden and Lucky, when Terry (Cassandra James) comes by and admits she knows that Aiden is gay as well, because he told her. Just then, Elizabeth’s phone rings and Lucky’s test results are in. Elizabeth heads to the break room as Aiden gets reminder on his phone that he is late to meet up with a friend to play Carjack. As he exits, Lucky promises Aiden he won’t leave Port Charles without seeing him first. Once alone with Lucky, Elizabeth tells him he’s not a viable donor liver match for Lulu and he is left rocked to the core.

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Colin Cassidy spoke to Soap Opera Digest on Aiden’s coming out scene to Lucky, and shared, “Aiden literally says, ‘I feel like I can breathe now’” And when I was asking around and hearing other people’s stories (of coming out to a loved one]) that was the consensus: that it’s an incredible relief. Even if it doesn’t go as good as it possibly can, a lot of people feel like it’s just an amazing release to get it off their chest. And when it goes well, it’s got to be one of the best feelings in the world. You feel like you can be yourself, you feel like you are accepted for who you are, fully, you’re loved, and that’s all that matters. And I think with Aiden and Lucky, it does go as well as it possibly could. It’s kind of a new start to an amazing, beautiful relationship.”
So, what did you think of the Aiden and Lucky reunion and the moment Aiden told Lucky he was gay? Now that we know that Lucky is not a viable match to be Lulu’s donor, who do you think its going to end up to be? Comment below, but first check out the pivotal moments from today’s GH between father and son.
Aiden!
new Aiden is not bad
I loved the scenes with Aiden and Lucky and definitely teared up right along with them.
I have always loved Jonathan Jackson as Lucky. He is just an amazing actor. I loved the scenes between Lucky (JJ) and Aiden (CC). I knew Lucky would accept and love Aiden. I know fans are commenting that Colin looks too old to play Aiden, and maybe he does, but this kid can hold his own against JJ and BH. He is a great actor, and I can pretend he is 15 if he continues killing his scenes. Colin was also great in his scenes with Elizabeth (Becky Herbst) last Monday. Their instant chemistry reminds me of William Lipton and BH.
I am hoping these scenes are just the beginning of a new focus for GH, on legacy characters growing and changing, reconnecting and rebuilding after years impossible situations. I want to see some extended stories of human drama and joy, not silly spy adventures or mob intrigue. Lucky’s homecoming is what the doctor ordered for Port Charles. Eager to see more Laura, Lu, their extended families. I wish Bobbie were still alive.
WHY do the writers on the show GH feel like everyone they bring back to the show has to be gay???? I have watched this show since its inception, and I just think that having all the gays on there just destroys the storyline!!
Are you a Phelps cult member or what?
All the gays? Lucas, Aiden, and I guess you can count Brad, though he’s barely on. Hardly a gay invarison of Port Charles.
“All the gays”? Get real. Is Lucky gay? Holly? Let’s see other returns this year – Jason? Martin?
For those who don’t like a diversified community, I’d suggest watching 1950’s sitcom reruns. Maybe an episode of Love of Life from 1963?
Gays exist in real life, why shouldn’t they exist in Port Charles?
He was already gay and this comment makes you sound like a moron.
We had racism here yesterday about Robert Gossett only winning his Emmys because he’s black and there’s a quota, now today some good old fashioned homophobia. Some lovely people commenting on the site lately.
I shouldn’t even dignify this, but I will. GH has something like 65 characters on the show currently between contract and recurring actors, and exactly 4 of those characters are gay. That is hardly “Everyone they bring back to the show is gay. The gays are taking over and destroying my show!” Like seriously, give me a break.
Maybe you need to remember that Lucas and Brad are established characters on the show (whether the actors were recurring or on contract); this show has been adapting with all the writer changes.
Lynn…
I agree with Michael…your comment DOES make you sound like a moron.
As an openly gay man, I am not easily offended. Yet your comment pisses me off!!!!!
This is 2024!!!!! Remember that.
Most of all, if you currently don’t like GH, watch something else!!!!!
The 1970’s Tales from the City, Boy In the Band, or the more recent Queer as Folk would be good thing to watch. Or even try The Birdcage.
The way I see it, no one would blame Aidan if the focus of their reunion was “Why did you abandon me?”. Aidan’s sexuality is secondary and it’s too little too late to care what Lucky thinks. That scene would have been more meaningful to me if it involved a devoted father like Mac. I feel like Elizabeth and Aidan let Lucky off the hook. I think they would have been justified if they’d voiced a few verbal jabs about him leaving. Aidan, bless him, wants his Daddy’s acceptance as all kids do.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Carly and Lulu Make Plans to Rescue Their Children; Anna Looks Determined to Secure Her Freedom

This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the race is on! Can Lulu (Alexa Havins) and Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) get to Rocco (Finn Carr) and Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) in time to ensure their safety from Cullum (Andrew Hawkes)? Can Carly (Laura Wright) with the help of her brother, Lucas (Van Hansis) rescue Josslyn (Eden McCoy) from captivity at Wyndemere? These questions may be answered, plus the return of the one and only Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) are on tap!
In the just released General Hospital spoilers video for the week of June 22-26, Lulu tells her mother, Laura (Genie Francis), “Dante and I have to get to Rocco before Cullum!” Meanwhile, Rocco (Finn Carr) looks angered and emotional as Britt walks through their cabin hideout. Does Rocco know his parents are on the way to find them, or has Cullum already tracked them down to the British Virgin Islands?
Back in Port Charles, Carly is informing Lucas that his niece, “is a WSB agent.” She knows Josslyn (Eden McCoy) is being held against her will at Wyndemere, and she has to find a way to get her out. Lucas agrees with Carly’s plan of, “We go in and we don’t leave without Josslyn!” Elsewhere, Josslyn is looking worried for her future as she is stuck in captivity thanks to Cassius, Cullum and Sidwell!

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FINOLA HUGHES RETURNS
The final moments of the teaser promo reveal Anna in a psychiatric clinic in France. We have not seen her for months after Cullum, Sidwell and Pascal fed her hallucinogenics to make her believe her arch nemesis, Cesar Faison was alive!
Now, the doctors walk towards her hospital bed, where we see the super spy calmly knitting. Is Anna back to normal and playing everyone to get out of her predicament, or does she still remain deeply traumatized … or both?
Take a look at the rest of the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, JUNE 22
Willow gets an unwelcome surprise. Trina sticks to her guns. “Nathan” wants reassurance. Ethan advises Ava. Brook Lynn receives an update.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Dante cautions Liz. Laura learns a secret. Brook Lynn confides in Michael. Sonny challenges Ava. Chase makes a decision.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Anna meets with her doctor. Carly makes a stunning confession. Britt extracts a promise. Cullum pulls a fast one. Gio and Emma hit the pool.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
Josslyn clashes with Cassius. Lulu and Dante make a discovery. Chase receives a warning. Jordan seeks help. Alexis is summoned to the PCPD.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Anna takes a huge risk. Britt is in grave danger. Willow is in disbelief. Danny must act fast. Curtis jumps to the wrong conclusion.
Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Rescue Mission” below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think Anna is still mentally off-balance, or OK, and just pretending to be troubled to get out of France and get back to Port Charles? Will Josslyn finally be rescued, or will Carly and Lucas find themselves locked up with her? And, who will get to Britt and Rocco first? Cullum, or Dante and Lulu? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below.
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Maurice Benard Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ Writers; Teases Upcoming Sonny Scenes with Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric

With the highly-anticipated returns of Finola Hughes (Anna Devane) on this week’s June 24 episode of General Hospital, Steve Burton’s (Jason Morgan) upcoming return on July 13, which also serves as the ABC daytime drama’s 16,000 episode, things are about to fire on all cylinders in the story, as noted today by series star, Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos).
On Father’s Day, the three-time Daytime Emmy-winning actor and mental health activist took to his Instagram and expressed in a video that he has some unbelievable upcoming senes with the aforementioned Burton and Hughes. Add to that Nazneen Contractor (Justine Turner) and Rick Hearst (Ric Lansing), where Benard gave credit where credit is due to the GH writing team, which is led by co-head writers, Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten..
In this video, Benard said, “I just want to get on here and say that I did some work with Steve Burton, Finola Hughes, Rick Hearst, Nazneen Contractor, and they’re all just fantastic. Truly fantastic. But, I want to say the writing was just exceptional. It truly was. It was exceptional. So, thankful for that kind of writing. I know writers don’t get the credit a lot, but I just want to say to the General Hospital writing team, keep rolling!”
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So now the question becomes, with a major tease like that, what is about to go down between Sonny, Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric? Will we finally get to the end of the line for Sidwell (Carlo Rota), as previously teased by the GH co-head writers? Will we learn what happened to Jason and Anna, fully? Will Justine and Sonny becomes closer or stop their liaisons? And what of Ric? Will he be true blue to his brother or double-cross him? There is a lot at stake as we move further into the summer and one that looks like it could be one of the more exciting ones in years!
FINOLA HUGHES CONFIRMED AMAZING SCENES WITH MAURICE BENARD
As a punctuation point to his video, Benard also shared this written message in the post: “I just did some wonderful scenes with Steve Burton, Rick Hearst, Finola Hughes and Nazneen Contractor and and unbelievable writing, freaking amazing scenes that you will see in the near future on General Hospital.” In fact, Finola Hughes jumped in the post comment thread and responded, “I loved our scenes so much xxx”
Fans will most likely see all the scenes Benard referred to later in July, since GH tapes approximately six weeks ahead of air.
So, are you excited to see what Maurice is talking about? Are you hyped for what’s to come on GH? Any clue on what you think will go down between the main characters on the soap with the returns of Anna Devane and Jason Morgan to the mix? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Announces Upcoming Release of His First Single, ‘If You Need Me’

In a surprise move, Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos, GH) is getting ready to unveil a new chapter of his career in music.
The former GH star, where he played the son of Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) and Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) for 15 years, has announced his new single, “If You Need Me” will drop on Friday, June 26. The single is now available for pre-order on Spotify and major music streaming platforms and is distributed by DistroKid.
Taking to his Instagram story over the weekend, to announce the pre-save of his new single, Chad expressed, “I’ll make a full post about what I’ve been up to and my music once it goes live next week, but you can pre-save my first single so it goes straight to your Spotify once it drops next week.”

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SINCE LEAVING GENERAL HOSPITAL
Previously, since his departure from the ABC soap opera. Chad starred alongside Zach Mendez in the world premiere of of Yum Yum at Annapolis, a new play written by Bruce Reisman. Duell last appeared on General Hospital on the January 21, 2025 episode.
The part was recast with Rory Gibson who debuted as the new Michael in May of 2025 during the Nurses’ Ball episodes and who has remained in the role since that time.
In an interview earlier this year on The Able Show, Duell said on his decision to exit the soap opera, “I was blessed to be part of that (show) for as long as I have, but what happens sometimes is if you’re doing the same thing, especially in a creative field for such a long time, you can get a little burnt out in a way. It can make you a little depressed, so that’s kind of what happened. On top of that, I had other things going on in my life at the time. My father passed away recently and I just needed a reset. So, I stepped away. A lot of times you have to go through some stuff to really step into that next level. I needed to kind of feel uncomfortable.”
So, what type of musical genre will Chad’s new song be? Country? Pop? Rock? Dance/Club? Something else? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below, and if you are eager to hear the new single next week via the comment section below.
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