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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Alexis to Diane, “Do It! Draw up the Papers and Have Kristina Committed!”
With her back up against wall on the Friday, April 11th cliffhanger of ABC’s General Hospital, Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) knew she needed help. Would she cave and allow Ava (Maura West) to blackmail her for a part of the Cassadine fortune, in an effort to stop her from turning over evidence to the police and the DA’s office that Kristina (Kate Mansi) mistakenly cut the brakes to Ric’s (Rick Hearst) car, instead of hers, which landed Ric and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) in the hospital?
Worse yet as a mother, Alexis also knows if her daughter Molly (Kristen Vaganos) learned that her other daughter, Kristina was responsible for Ric’s car crash, it would cause irreparable damage between the siblings; given their already confrontational past over the loss of the child Kristina was carrying for Molly and TJ before her tragic fall from the Metro Court hotel window.
In story, Alexis tells her law partner Diane Miller (Carolyn Hennesy), she needs her to legally represent her. Confused and seeing that Alexis is coming apart at the seams, she tells her to first sign a retainer. Alexis does, then shares that it was Kristina who cut the brake lines on Ric’s car, causing the accident, when she met to kill Ava instead.

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Alexis doesn’t want the truth to come out and asks Diane what to do. Diane says that Kristina would be facing three counts of attempted murder on Ava, Ric and Elizabeth, unless she has Kristina committed to a mental institution. Alexis says she can’t do it. She can’t do this to her daughter. Diane says Kristina is looking at fifteen years in prison at best for her crime, and that by having her committed it would be the only and best option.
Mulling, Diane’s legal advice over, Alexis says Kristina won’t agree to it. She would never willingly go to a mental institution, but Diane says she can commit her involuntarily. Diane adds that few months at Ferncliff is far better than prison. Friend-to-friend, Diane also expresses her concern for her daughter and says, “Kristina needs help,” and that Alexis has been cleaning up her messes, and that it’s time to fix it.

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Diane just wants Alexis to think it over, but not to take too long. As she goes back to her desk at their law office, Alexis, with tears streaming down her face, says to Diane, “Do it! Draw up the papers and have Kristina committed!” We fade to black.
Are you happy that Alexis has arrived at this decision to put away Kristina, as it is also clearly apparent that her daughter has severe trauma issues from the loss of her baby and has been acting out? Do you think Kristina will go along with Alexis’ plan or lose it when she is locked up? Share your thoughts on Alexis and Diane’s plan via the comment section below.
But will Ava get the money she needs to get herself out of the jam she’s in? That’s what I’m waiting to see!
If Ava gets any money it won’t be through Alexis. She’d never embezzel ,money for anyone, not even her daughter.Ava, on the other hand would do anything immoral or illegal for a few dollars.Her resorting to blackmail is one of her specialties.
Kristina will have an epic meltdown because she is a narcasist. I’m sure she thinks it was Ava’s fault. I hope there is ample closure to this storyline because many still remains unresolved, such as Cyrus’s body has not been found, Sonny killed Jagger, TJ left with no warning, etc. I don;t want to see Kristina in a mental hospital, so I hope the character leaves the canvas through her treatment.
It is time to stop introducing new characters (Daniel Cosgrove and Eva LaRue have been ridiculously miscast, not a fan of Sidwell). I would rather have a character the fans are invested in such as Nicholas, Brenda and Dillon coming back to PC. Give the fans more of what is working, such as Jordan and Isaiah, and maybe love interests for Diane, Anna, Tracy and Lois. If Jon Linstrom is going to be on Beyond the Gates, write him off and give Laura a decent storyline. I am already tired of seeing Lucy asking EVERY character individually to participate in the Nurse’s Ball. Also, please let Lulu chill out instead of being so angry and nosey.
I am also frustrated with the show’s lack of continuity. The show ended Wednesday with Ava giving Alexis an ultimatum about Kristina. It felt strange GH didn’t pick back up on the storyline Thursday, but then Friday rolled around and no Ava. The week before, the show didn’t follow up for three days on Elizabeth and Ric’s car wreck.
I am hoping the guy coming from DOOL to assist with storyline breakdown will help with these problems.
All valid points. I also didn’t understand why Alexis didn’t tell Diane that Ava is blackmailing her. She told Diane two times that she was the only one other than herself who knew Kristine cut the brake lines to Ric’s car.
Yes! I was annoyed she omitted the blackmail portion of the story. Diane may have had additional advice for mitigating that as well. And maybe Ava could’ve received some punishment for her crime as well. Both Kristina and Ava need to face justice for what they’ve each done. And I’m glad Diane said what she said to Alexis about over-protecting Kristina her whole life.
There is probably a legal reason, she didn’t tell Diane and it would effect Kristina’s outcome.
I agree with you 100%, Lisa!
She’s not going to go along with this plan, her Mother has set up to save her butt. She’ll probably fight tooth and nail to avoid being committed and I hope drastic measures, such as a straight Jacket won’t be becessary, as that will be hard on the actors and the viewer’s as well.
I feel very bad for Alexis. She has already lost Sam and now she’s at risk for losing Kristina. I don’t want to see Kristina in prison. I guess a mental hospital is a better choice. Hopefully, Kristina will benefit from inpatient treatment. I definitely do not want to lose Kate Mansi.
Something has to be done about that horribly evil Ava. She constantly baits Kristina knowing how unstable Kristina is. I’ve heard Sonny and Kristina say Ava is responsible for killing Morgan and someone else. (I wasn’t watching GH at that time.) If that’s true, Ava needs to be eliminated.
While Ava tampered with Morgan’s bipolar meds which contributed to his downfall. It was her crazy sister, Olivia Jerome, who manipulated the car disaster that caused his (presumed) death.
Ava did shoot Connie Falconeri (Olivia Quartermaine’s cousin) in order to protect Ava’s brother’s identity from being revealed.
Her recorded confession tape was “lost” so she was never charged.
Ava is also partially responsible for events leading to AJ Quartermaine’s death.
Despite all of that, Maura West is such a phenomenal actress that the show is able to keep her around.
Diane was right: Kristina does need help and Alexis needs to stop cleaning them up for her. I’m not holding my breath that Kristina will willingly go along with this. And will Molly be able to forgive Kristina if the truth ever came out…which, I feel confident, it will? Those Davis women sure are messy. Gotta love ’em.
I just hope that Alexis can hold it together during all this. Thank God for Diane, or she would be reaching for her other “friend,” the bottle. Imagine having a 30 something daughter that still needs help in cleaning up her messes?
Kristen need help
I agree that Kristina needs help .
She has alot of issues but she is a good person.
Kristina needs to be committed to Ferncliffe because she’s clearly suffering from mental health issues, I truly hope that Alexis doesn’t try to take the blame for Kristina this time because she’s always tried to fix every mistake that Kristina’s made which has made her selfish spoiled and vindictive and never facing consequences for her actions except for the tragic death of baby Irene/Adela.
I am so sick of Christina. Just send her away for good. Forever.
Yes please have Kristen admit she is a mess she will definitely kill someone innocent next time
Please stop Kristina and get rid of Ava or change her from her evil ways.
R P. Is so correct .
I agree Krisrina has gone too far and is need of either prison or Mental institution
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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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