General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Cody and Ava Kiss; Will Kristina’s Plan Ultimately Backfire and the Two Will Fall for Each Other Hurting Molly?
On the Thursday August 7th episode of General Hospital, situations, hurt feelings and coincidences align so that Ava (Maura West), who is feeling vulnerable and lonely, and Cody (Josh Kelly), who is the right place at the right time, make Kristina’s (Kate Mansi) plan to have Cody seduce her nemesis (she is paying him), come to fruition. However, will it wind up the way she hopes in the end?
Earlier, Ava came upon Ric (Rick Hearst) and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) in close moments at the hospital, and she recognizes how Ric cannot get the head nurse and his former wife out of his system, and how Elizabeth (who is Lucky-less) seems to enjoy his company. When she confronts Ric about how she and him aren’t spending much time together of late, she asks Ric to join her at the pool.
Ric explains he is busy working on Willow’s case, and can’t, but as he goes into kiss Ava, Elizabeth breaks it up, by telling Ric she has another character witness to help Willow. Next thing you know, Ava walks away from the nurses hub and pings Cody. So, she heads to the pool.
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In the meantime, Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) is having lunch at the Metro Court with Kristina explaining the plan for her to give Ava one last payment in return for the location of the car and the security footage that would prove Kristina cut the brakes to Ava’s car that caused the accident that injured Ric and Elizabeth. Later, Molly shows up and Kristina and her decide to head to the pool.
Meanwhile at the bar, Ric is meeting with Martin (Michael E. Knight), who he has hired as his personal legal counsel to effectively end his partnership with Ava. Back at the pool, Ava and Cody are getting hot and bothered in the heat, with Ava rubbing ice cubes on herself to cool down, while Cody watches, and then Ava going into seductress mode and rubbing the ice cubes on Cody’s chest.
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Just as the two have a sexually-charged moment, Kristina walks in on it and makes a quick exit, and then intercepts Molly and tells her there are so many kids at the pool, they should go to the lake instead, and they head out. Back at the pool, Ava and Cody kiss.
Now, will Cody and Ava actually develop feelings for each other, which in turn would hurt Kristina’s sister, Molly, who clearly has feelings for Cody as he does for her? Will what started out as a ruse to make money turn into more? What will happen when she finds out Kristina paid Cody to seduce her? And, it looks like Ric and Elizabeth are getting closer. Would you be all for a romantic reunion for the exes? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
I think GH is the show with the most miserable characters. I can’t think of another show that comes close!
I can’t stand Kristina’s constant meddling. She gets in her own way time after time. You’d think losing a baby would cause her to stop and take stock.. but no, she meddles away.
Hope Molly slaps her hard, soon.
I agree. It’s a vile plan and underscores the unhealthy codependent dynamic between mother and daughter as seen with Alexis cheerleading Kristina’s subterfuge. Everything Kristina goes to the MC pool she brings up her traumatic experience of falling from the balcony that led to her miscarriage. She even had the audacity to talk about her haunting emotional pain to Molly without acknowledging her sister’s own loss. It’s all about Kristina, the whiny narcissistic slacker who has no purpose in life.
Oops. If there is an editing button here, I clearly don’t know how to use it. That should read,”Every time,” not “Everything.” But since I came back to correct myself, I want to add that I once liked Kristina- she was vulnerable, lovable and the preverbal underdog for whom we rooted. But with the new direction of character writing commingling with the new actress’s approach, I find her to be arrogant, selfish and entitled.
Ha ! Love the typographical error correction letter. I see those all the time working in legal
Is Josh Kelly still taking a break? Cause Kristina is certainly destroying Cody with this Eva luring plan.
Yeah, I like the actress. But I don’t like this version of Kristina. And I’m sick of Alexis too. Alexis had prison time. And then there’s everything Diane went through to help Alexis become a lawyer again. And Diane gave Alexis a great opportunity at her law firm. Here she is jeopardizing it all once again for this troubled daughter who needs professional help beyond whatever “counseling” she claims she’s getting. Alexis does Kristina and herself zero favors. Are we to believe she’s really this stupid? She already narrowly escaped a heap of trouble last year regarding Kristina and Sonny’s gun. For a lawyer, she’s quite stupid. Her whole “mother’s love” motive to constantly protect Kristina only goes so far with me. Once I can understand. Not several times per year. Can’t they come up with something different for Alexis? And please let it be something other than an alcohol relapse.
I’m not a fan of this pairing.
Maura West has chemistry with almost every screen partner – except Josh Kelly (and I like him as an actor).
Ric & Ava were fun to watch.
Why are we supposed to route for Cody when he never learns. Mac got a dud in the son department.
Right. I keep hoping Cody will allow the Angel on the right shoulder to clobber the Devil on his left shoulder and say,” Sorry, Kristina. I can’t do this. It’s not right.”In giving into Kristina’s bribe he’s basically confessing that he’s not worthy of Molly.
The one person she did not have chemistry with, at no fault to her, was Marcus Coloma. However, this also feels like punishment for those who wanted the Ava/Ric pairing.
I’m for any plot that puts that sexy ass man Josh Kelly on screen
Hey Pippa! I see you edited your comment. Cab you tell me how to that? Asking for a friend.
General Hospital
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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