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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Dante is Devastated Over Sam’s Death; Jason Tells Danny and Scout That Their Mother is Gone
If you didn’t reach for the hankies thus far this week during all-new episodes of General Hospital, you had to have after watching Friday’s November 21st episode of the ABC daytime drama, as the news of Sam’s (Kelly Monaco) sudden heart attack and death rock Port Charles.
In the pick-up from Thursday’s episode, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Rocco (Finn Carr) break down in tears after Portia (Brook Kerr) and Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) tells them that Sam is gone. Dante questions what happened when she was doing just fine after her liver transplant surgery where Sam donated her liver to save Lulu’s life. Portia says they don’t know, but they are investigating and awaiting the autopsy results. Alexis hugs Dante and thanks him for loving her daughter.
Rocco is comforted by Laura (Genie Francis), who takes him to the chapel, leaving Sonny (Maurice Benard) with Dante. Alexis tells Sonny she has to go tell her daughters, Molly (Kristen Vaganos) and Kristina (Kate Mansi) the news. Dante tells Sonny he needs to see Sam, and so he goes to her hospital room to say goodbye. It is then, Dante is in complete anguish as he cries, and thanks Sam for loving him and choosing him. He says he doesn’t understand how this could have happened as he lays his head on Sam’s chest.
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Meanwhile in the hospital chapel, Rocco feels guilt-ridden over Sam’s death. He say he’s happy that his mom, Lulu, will live, but he didn’t want Sam to die for it to happen. Rocco admits to Laura, he has always felt jealous of Danny for having a mom who could do things for him. Rocco is overcome to tears.
Dante tells Sonny he blames himself for Sam’s death; that Sam decided to do the liver transplant surgery so that Dante and Rocco could have Lulu back. He felt she did it for him as he was pushing to find a donor match. Sonny says Sam wanted to do it for Lulu as she was fearless.
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In more heartbreaking moments, a gut-wrenched Jason (Steve Burton) comes to Bobbie’s to tell Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) and Scout (Cosette Abinante) about Sam. He first meets up with Carly (Laura Wright) and tells her Sam died. He tells her he has to tell the kids and Drew (Cameron Mathison). Carly says let her go tell Drew, so she heads to the Quartermaines. Alone outside of Bobbie’s, Jason breaks the news to Danny and Scout that their mom died. Scout says she wants to go to the hospital to see her mommy, but Jason says her spirit is in heaven now. Scout says she doesn’t want her mother to be dead. Jason hugs Danny and Scout.
When Drew finds out from Carly that Sam had died suddenly he in shock. Jason brings Scout and Danny to the Q’s and Scout runs into the arms of her father, Drew as he tries to comfort her as she will now grow up without a mother.
Alexis comes to Sam’s and sees that she is right in the middle of Kristina and Molly bickering. She tells the girls to stop. She asks her daughters to sit with her and tells them Sam has died. Kristina goes into complete denial, at first. Alexis tells her daughters that right before she died Dante had proposed, and Sam was looking forward to being his wife. On that, the three cry and gather together for a big hug from Alexis.
This episode featured stand-out performances from Dominic Zamprogna, Finn Carr (who is showing us how talented a young actor he really is!), and Steve Burton and Nancy Lee Grahn.
So, what did you think of the moments when Dante went to see Sam one last time, Rocco broke down in the chapel, Alexis told her daughters the sad news, while Jason told Carly, Scout and Danny about the loss of Sam? Share your thoughts in the comment section. In case you missed it you can catch Dominic Zamprogna’s emotional moments when Dante visits Sam at her deathbed below.
There have been several soap opera deaths that have really hit me. The firsts were Roman (Wayne Northrup) and Isabella (Staci Greason) on DOOL. In the past few months, Gregory (the much-missed Gregory Harrison) on GH was tough because so much of it reminded me of a few people I have lost. But Sam’s death was by far the toughest to handle. The scenes with Alexis, Dante, Jason, Rocco and Laura were amazing and beautiful.
I always keep a list of performances that I believe are the strongest throughout the year. So far, Nancy Lee Grahn will be tough to beat for Best Actress. For Best Actor, Michael Easton (the aftermath of Gregory’s death, scenes with Elizabeth and Violet). It is time Jane Elliott wins Best Supporting Actress. She lights up every scene. I would also love to see the young actress that played Violet on GH get recognition.
Easton, if he does submit, would be better suited in the Supporting Actor category. Jane, traditionally, does not submit for consideration. The last time Frank convinced her to, she inexplicably lost to lesser talent.
The TV academy has canceled the younger performance categories, so Jophielle Love (Violet) would have to submit for supporting actress.
I’m in denial, but still trying to watch without missing anything and regretting it later, but its not fun, still upset with the shows decision, I feel like its a major mistake, and I still hoping for a twist which sound like a cheap way to get out of the mess they made but I’ll take it if it mean Kelly Monaco comes back.
Dom, Rocco, and Molly were the standouts on Friday’s episode.
Seems like they go out of their way not to put Jason & Drew in many scenes together. When Jason did arrive at the house, they kept him & Drew apart so you didn’t notice how one twin is noticeably taller than the other.
It was all just excruciating. I cried so much. Sam is connected to so many people on the show-just wait til Spinelli, Maxie, Curtis, Michael & Olivia hear the news! I have wondered where Olivia is-she would be there supporting Dante! Interesting that Sam & Dante had a half brother, Leo, from her father Julian & his mother Olivia & they shared a half sister, Kristina, from his father Sonny & her mother Alexis!
I woke up during the night remembering that Sam & Sonny’s little girl (sounds weird to say that but . . .) saved Christina when she was born! Does anyone else remember that? We didn’t know Sam was the daughter of Alexis at the time. She was devastated by her baby’s death but agreed to let her stem cells save newborn Christina! I wish/hope that will be acknowledged.
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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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