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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Bobbie Spencer’s Family and Friends Say Goodbye at Her Memorial Service; While a Revelation Sets Carly and Felicia on a Mission
Bobbie Spencer’s family and friends and an unexpected visitor attended the memorial service of the beloved GH nurse, and longtime resident of Port Charles, on the highly-anticipated January 10th episode of the ABC daytime drama series.
As the day began, Carly is preparing to attend her mother’s memorial, when her brother, Lucas arrives. The two share an emotional hug as Carly says she doesn’t know how she will get through this, and Lucas says that he doesn’t know either, but they will.
Anna and Felicia arrive at Maxie’s ready to say goodbye to the woman who made such a huge difference in all of their lives, for Bobbie’s adopted daughter BJ’s heart, lives inside Maxie and saved her life as a little girl.
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Then, in what many of us hoped we would never have to see, Bobbie’s photo is now on the GH memorial wall, along with so many others that have passed before her that Port Charles and the viewers hold closed to their hearts. As Laura looks at Bobbie’s photo, Spencer shows up and the two hug.
Elizabeth meets up with Laura at Kelly’s before the service, because Ruby’s old diner sign broke. An upset Laura is calmed by Liz who says she will replace it and make another one.
Now at the church, there is a collage of photos of Bobbie through the years at its entrance as Anna, Maxie and Felicia share a moment. Maxie remembers Tony listening to BJ’s heart beating in her chest after her live-saving heart transplant. At that moment, Maxie spots an unknown young woman in the church where she feels like she may know her, but can’t figure out from where.
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Tracy tells Carly how sorry she is and that she admired Bobbie for her dedication to Luke. Sonny arrives with Sam and Dante and tells Carly how much he loved Bobbie. Alexis has a flashback of how Bobbie’s words of wisdom about abuse helped her after Kristina recalls how Kiefer abused her years ago.
Laura sees Scott in the pew having difficulties figuring how to speak about Bobbie, when its so easy for him to speak publicly in a courtroom as a lawyer. Scott is just overcome with grief.
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As the memorial began, there was the heartbreaking moment when the men brought in Bobbie’s casket. Next, Laura gave the eulogy where she expresses how Bobbie was a fighter for things she truly believed in and saw the good in everyone, something that was true about Jackie Zeman as well. Laura says Bobbie was an experience, one she will miss.
When Scott speaks, he admits he is at a loss for words, which is rare for him. He talks about how Bobbie had a eclectic group of friends from an Aztec Princess (Felicia) to fitness guru Richard Simmons. Scott shared he has realized that he and Bobbie were meant to be best friends. He puts his hand on her casket and says he’ll miss Bobbie. This one of the more emotional moments of the episode, because as viewers, know Kin and Jackie were so close and best friends in real life.
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Elizabeth spoke proudly of Bobbie and how she helped her and so many others. Last to speak was Carly. She admits to the attendees that she was a mess when she came to Port Charles, and a schemer. She says her mother accepted her and she loves her mom, so much, and how the world will be different place without her.
While there were cutaways to the attendees, we couldn’t help but be so moved by watching Lucas struggle with the grief of his losing his mom as played by the returning Ryan Carnes. What we don’t understand is why Lucas was not given an opportunity to speak at Bobbie’s memorial. After the service, Felix approaches Lucas and gives him a hug elaborating on what a terrific person Bobbie was.
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Reserving full judgment until after Thursday’s episode, but it’s a “barely like” so far.
Yes, the vets shined as expected and having Brighton back was a treat.
Did they get Carnes back on an “under 5” agreement? At least show his sister Sam comforting him.
Two clips only? One for Alexis and one for Felicia. Hoping that’s rectified on Thursday.
They had all contract players who interacted with Bobbie along with recurring Kevin, Lucy, and Scott. But, apparently couldn’t afford to put Robert (a long history) or Carly’s pal Olivia in the church instead of 2 extras. Brad seems to have disappeared. Terry should’ve represented the hospital.
And, while they couldn’t necessarily afford or fit past cast members, maybe a scanning of the cards on the flowers could have revealed those received from Audrey, Lucky, Jake Meyer, Noah Drake, Terry Brock and Valerie Spencer among others.
This!
Robert was in Thursday’s opening scene.
Going back to my first sentence, after viewing the second episode, I will say job well done.
Judging by Robert’s voice, he might have been sick on the day the church scenes were shot.
Thursday’s show was very powerful, especially the reveal who the reporter was.
I feel that anyone who has lost their mother had a hard time not bursting in to tears. I watched GH with my mom since 1978 and I could almost feel her watching Thursday’s show with me.
I thought the memorial was well done though it was definitely missing a few people that should have been included as mentioned by another commenter. Robert was best friends with Luke for so many years. Not sure why he wasn’t included.
“What we don’t understand is why Lucas was not given an opportunity to speak at Bobbie’s memorial. ” I can’t agree more with this sentence. Why just those few lines? He was her son and such a wonderful actor. I’m sure he could have been given a heartfelt monologue and he would have pulled it off.
Waiting to see what Thursday’s episode brings.
The writing has definitely improved since the writer’s strike is over.
“BJ” had more lines than Lucas and she’s been dead for almost 30 years!
I thought the whole thing was a little off. First thing that got me was Lucas and the guilty way he was acting ,was it me or was he really acting strange, not grieving necessarily. Secondly, I feel like a fool that I’ve watched all these years and didn’t know that Bobbi and Felicia were best friends, oh well, Carly didn’t know either.
Carly knew. She said was she didn’t know why she and Felicia weren’t friendly all these years considering that her mom and Felicia were so close. I guess she thought trying to kill Felicia’s brother-in-law, Tony, (who Felicia was very close to), after she drove him crazy and spewed her cruelty at him, was no biggie.
I agree Lucas should have got more lines he should have been able to speak also why didn’t Carly consult him more that’s her brother would have been nice if they were both up there while she was talking about their mother
Not everyone wants to speak at a funeral. Lucas strikes me as a more private, quiet character (hiding who he was most his lfe). Add to that he left PC, has been out of town for so long, and is in shock (and/or guilt for being disconnected) I understand his silent emoting. I think it was a great acting choice, given Lucas’ history and disappearance – Ryan Carnes made great lemonade!
If Maxie has BJ’s heart how is BJ alive ?
BJ in these episodes was a ghost or angel. Still dead. Brighton did a great job.
She’s not alive; she was her spirit or ghost, however you want to refer to her…
No way would Bobbie be buried and Dr Noah Drake wouldn’t show up.
Great writing for the memorial episodes and to tie it back to BJ and to get the former actress was even better. Glad to have the lead writers back to take us into 2024! BJ back as an angel brought out the tissues and we did not even watch GH back then.
Not to me; I thought it corny.
I loved today’s episode. A wonderful tribute to both Bobbie and the actress. Jackie Zemam. didn’t realize the reporter was BJ till close to the end. Loved everyone’s memories and flashbacks. I wish I could be remembered like that
Andddd I didn’t realize till I read this synopsis the name of the reporter – ANGELA of course! ❤️
Whoever had the idea of seeking out Brighton Hertford to play Angela Brighton — B.J. in angel form — in this pivotal, brilliant stroke of casting and writing should be given an enormous raise and Emmy award! I was blown away by the two episodes for Bobbie’s sendoff. And it’s hard for this former GH zealot to be impressed by much of anything about this show. But the writing, acting, pacing, and casting were all phenomenal.
Sure, a mention of Audrey would have been nice, and one could quibble about maybe a couple of other characters who might have been there. But Laura, Scotty, Felicia, Lucas, Maxie, and, yes, even Carly, among others, provided believable grief and respect for Bobbie in this sentimental sendoff. Yet the stroke of genius in the return of B.J. was one of GH’s finest moments. Bobbie would be proud. Zeman would be proud. Thank you.
I thought Bobbi’s service was nicely done. Would love to have seen more clips but the ones they had were nice! It was very emotional and beautiful. I love to hear all the other characters speak but Laura was great and whomever wrote her eulogy. I actually did not watch GH when BJ was on so don’t really know the story. Will have to look it up.
I watch general hospital way back in the early 80s. I missed the part where Luke raped Laura. It was a nice funeral service. Bought back many memories wow time sure flew by.
Y Wasnt Luke There GH Has Ghosts All The Time
Tony Geary has retired to Amsterdam. Highly unlikely we see him on GH again
It was once again the Carly show; all Carly’s grief. Lucas barely said a word, no one personally spoke with him except for Felix. He didn’t give a eulogy, he was excluded from hearing what the ghost, lol, had to say to Carly, Maxi, and Felicia about Bobbie helping trafficked girls. I don’t even know why the writers asked him back with such a snub. To top it off, when he left the diner, he and Carly hugged while Liz and Laura didn’t give him so much as a wave goodbye. LOL; it was ridiculous. Nice flashback clips though.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).
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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
General Hospital fans took to social media following the airing of the Wednesday, October 21 episode of the ABC daytime drama series. In story, Molly (Kristen Vaganos) reveals to Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) that she has received an offer to join the top law firm in Chicago that practices civil law. She says it’s her dream job.
The problem Molly says is relocating from Port Charles and uprooting her life and being away from her mother, Scout and boyfriend Cody Bell (Josh Kelly). Wistful that she may lose another daughter to a long-distance situation (Kristina left a few months back to go to medical school in California), Alexis urged Molly to get Cody to go with her.
Molly still seemed concerned and has trouble committing to the idea. Alexis tells her to talk it over with Cody. Meanwhile, Cody asked Tracy (Jane Elliot) is he can have Thanksgiving off because he and Molly planned to spend Thanksgiving together with their families. After initially balking, Tracy agrees.
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WILL MOLLY AND CODY HEAD TO CHI-TOWN?
Later, Cody shows up at Miller & Davis and the conversation turned to Thanksgiving dinner that Alexis is hosting. Molly and Cody asked her not to cook anything. Cody hugged Molly reassuring Alexis that he and Molly would take care of whatever was needed on Turkey Day.
So, this raises the question, why out of nowhere are we learning that Molly received an amazing law offer in Chicago, if the character was not being written out? If Molly leaves the canvas, would the character of Cody make his exit too?
Kristen Vaganos joined GH as a recast Molly Lansing-Davis back in September of 2023 and went on contract in August of 2024. Josh Kelly began playing Cody Bell back in June of 2022. Initial reports were that Kelly joined the show on contract and then as of June 2025 went on recurring status with the show per his choice.
Do you see a world where GH is writing out Molly and Cody? Would you be sad to see Kristen and Josh exit the soap opera? If this is not what is going on, is this just a plot point for some other story that is upcoming? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
It’s been over two-years since his last appearance on General Hospital, now fan favorite Kin Shriner (Scott Baldwin) has taken to social media to share his thoughts on the casting of his grown-up TV daughter, Serena Baldwin now played by Kelly Kruger.
Kelly took over the role of Serena on-screen starting with the July 30, 2026 episode and has been ensconced in the storyline with her mother, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), in trying to win back full creative control of Deception for her.
In fact on the Monday, October 19 episode of the ABC soap opera, Serena tried to dupe Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) into signing over Michael’s (Rory Gibson) shares of the company. Jason caught on and wondered why she was doing this. She claimed she just wanted to help her mom gain creative control from Tracy (Jane Elliot) rather than full ownership, and begged Jason to keep quiet about it, which he agreed to for now.
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WHERE IS SCOTT?
On Monday, Shriner also took to X and said, “I think Kelly Kruger is doing a great job on General Hospital, and she and Lynn Herring work well together.” That was followed by comments in his thread about the show needing to bring back Scott too.
In fact, back on August 25, Shriner also took to X with a reminder that Scott is still around and ready to come back to Port Charles, sharing, “Scotty Baldwin always fits in he just needs the right sport coat !!!!”
The last time Serena mentioned her father Scott was when Kruger made her debut and informed Lucy that her father was, “living his best life in Key West.” Meanwhile, Shriner posts on his X account continually and shared back on August 2, that it has been 49 years since he made his on-screen debut as then teenaged, Scotty Baldwin and thanked the fans for al the love and support.
So, now let us know, are you enjoying Kelly Kruger as Serena Baldwin? Do you want to see GH bring back Scott Baldwin into the story, so Serena has both her parents in Port Charles? Do you like the potential of Jason and Serena pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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