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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: 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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