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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Covers for Rocco After Cullum is Shot; Marco’s life Hangs in the Balance – Who Lives? Who Dies?

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In one of the best episodes of a daytime drama we have seen in a long time, General Hospital pulled out all the stops with powerful performances from everyone in the cast, solid writing, directing, as well as stellar editing of the dramatic aftermath of Rocco (Finn Carr) shooting Cullum (Andrew Hawkes) to save Jason (Steve Burton) on the pier, and Marco (Adrian Anchondo) being stabbed and bleeding out on the floor inside the Miller & Davis law firm office.

Now, in the pick-up on the intense Tuesday, March 24 episode, every scene tied together that left viewers wondering what will happen next? By the end, it came down to this … Lucas (Van Hansis) is operating on Cullum to take the bullet out of his back to save his life, while his boyfriend Marco is rushed into the OR with Dr. Gannon (Sawandi Wilson) trying to save him from his multiple stab wounds.

Here’s how we got here! After a shocked Rocco realizes he shot Cullum, none other than Nathan (Ryan Paevey) shows up (or whoever he is). It appears that Nathan is going to help Jason and Rocco. Once Nathan gets Rocco away from the scene of the crime, Jason grabs the gun, gets his fingerprints on it, and fires a shot to cover for Rocco.

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BRITT’S ENTIRE WORLD UNRAVELS

Next, Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) who was knocked out starts to wake up, and Jason tells her to make sure to tell the police she saw him shoot Cullum. Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) arrives on the scene and arrests Jason. When Dante asks Britt point blank, who shot Cullum? Britt is, or acts disoriented, and he orders the paramedics to take her to GH.

Meanwhile, Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) and Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) find Marco bleeding out on the Miller & Davis office floor. Danny calls 911 as Alexis tries to stop the bleeding. Marco is bleeding so bad, that Alexis is overcome. Chase (Josh Swickard) comes upon the scene and questions Alexis as to who might have done this, as Marco is rushed to the hospital.

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At Carly’s house, an emotional Carly (Laura Wright) says she feels guilty to Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) for all her poor choices in men. She choose Jack, she chose Valentin, she got involved and was married to Sonny for years, which is what sent Josslyn into the waiting arms of the WSB. Valentin tries to tell Carly she can trust him, but she doesn’t trust herself. Now, she could go to jail for aiding and abetting a fugitive. Valentin says he promised Jason he would protect Carly and that’s what he is going to do.

NEVER TELL DANTE

Nathan shows up at Lulu’s (Alexa Havins) with Rocco. Lulu is very concerned, as Rocco in tears hugs his mother. Nathan tells both of them to not say a word to anyone. Rocco explains to Nathan no one saw him on the pier except Jason. Nathan tells the two they cannot say anything to Dante. They have to stick by the story that they were together all night.

At the PCPD, Dante has put Jason in the interrogation room. Jason will not say a thing without his lawyer present as Dante explains how he and Danny and Rocco and himself are like family. Dante tells Jason if Cullum dies, Jason will never be able see the light of day again.

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Britt is in an examining room at GH, and Portia (Brook Kerr) checks her out and orders a CatScan, as Britt flashes back to the horror of what has happened in the last 24 hours. Elsewhere, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) informs Lucas that Cullum has been shot and is being prepped for surgery. Lucas knows how dangerous Cullum is and now he is tasked as a doctor to save his life. As he gets in the elevator to prep for surgery, Lucas leaves a concerned message for Marco.

ONE BAD MAN; ONE GOOD MAN

Marco is wheeled into GH, and Isaiah and Elizabeth jump into action. Portia returns with good news for Britt as her CT showed no head trauma. Britt wants to speak to Lucas, but Portia tells her he is operating on Cullum. Then, Britt is in for another shock, when Portia tells her Marco cannot be reached, because he was brought to the hospital with multiple stab wounds.

In the operating rooms, Dr. Gannon seems to indicate that Marco is surviving his wounds, while Lucas’ situation with Cullum seems more touch and go.

As the episode comes to a close, Lulu dresses Rocco’s hand wound and says he can open up to her and talk to her, even though she understands they can’t discuss the situation with anyone else. Will Rocco tell his mother what happened? We fade to black.

Honestly, GH should consider this as one of their Emmy submissions for Outstanding Daytime Drama next year.  Strong from front to back. Now let us know, who’s performances struck your heart the most? Do you think Cullum will die, or Marco? Will both live? Share your theories via the comment section. but first check out the key scenes in Jason’s cover-up of Rocco shooting Cullum below.

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Wow, wow, wow. Now that’s how you execute an umbrella storyline!

Finn continues to excel as Rocco while Asher has really grown in his acting abilities as Danny.

You know it’s an exciting episode when Carly is the D storyline of the day.

The emotional gut punch when Dante realizes that Jason was protecting Rocco is going to be riveting (but we’ll likely have to wait 4 months for that).

Lucas is finally a key character and Hansis is knocking it outta the park. If Cullum survives and Marco dies, Lucas may regret following his oath as a doctor.

Yeah, I was kinda hoping Lucas would channel his bio daddy Julian today instead of following in the footsteps of Tony Jones, the father who raised him. If he had known that Marco was circling the drain and that Cullum was responsible, maybe those Jerome genes might have come to the surface?

You said it much better than I could. In other words, what he said. Perfect summation.

Carly needs to be the D storyline of the day more often.

Congrats to everyone at GH for two days of “edge of your seat” action. Can’t wait to see what happens next. Poor Rocco. His noisiness has landed him in boiling water this time. The poor kid was petrified. And after discovering Marco bleeding out, Danny calls Charlotte for a ride home?????? Of course, she’s going to take him to her international fugitive father for help. Based on their life choices so far, I don’t hold out much long term hope for Rocco or Danny.

I hope both Marco and Cullum die. Marco’s death will be devastating for Lucas and I’m sorry about that. I like Marco too. But, both of them dying may start the unraveling of Sidwell’s evil empire.

This was indeed an excellent episode. I was on the edge of my seat with Rocco’s scenes. Bravo to Finn Carr! He is a fantastic actor. He shines brightest during these dramatic moments. Kudos to Nancy Lee Grahn. I did not expect to become emotional when she found Marco and was trying to help and telling him to hang on, but I cried with her. Nathan jumping in to help Jason cover for Rocco. I’m not surprised Jason would take the blame for shooting Cullum to save Rocco. I also enjoyed how some scenes were edited. It made the episode more exciting. I can’t wait to see who survives and who doesn’t. I really hope Marco makes it.

Finn Carr is a wonderful young actor and I hope he submits these scenes for his Emmy reel.

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Kearran Giovanni Debuts on ‘General Hospital’ as Anna Devane’s New Therapist

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If Anna Devane’s (Finola Hughes) new therapist on General Hospital looks familiar to you, it’s because actress Kearran Giovanni, who plays Dr. Nichols, previously played a doctor on One Life to Live!.

Viewers tuning-in to the Thursday, September 10 episode of GH got their first look at Dr. Nichols who has been brought in to help Anna recover from her PTSD and trauma following the reveal that she has been suffering from a break in reality since before being put in mental health facility in France, after being gaslighted by Cullum and company earlier in the year.

One Life to Live fans will recall that Kearran Giovanni played Dr. Vivian Wright in 2009, and it was then she first worked with current General Hospital EP, Frank Valentini, who at the time was at the helm in Llanview.

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WHERE ELSE HAVE YOU SEEN KEARRAN GIOVANNI?

Giovanni appeared on OLTL in the recurring role through 2012 and in the final ABC episode of the beloved series was the the ob/gyn who delivered Destiny Evans (Shenell Edmonds) and Matthew Buchanan’s (Eddie Alderson) baby into the world, whom they named Drew Buchanan II after Bo Buchanan’s (Robert S, Woods) late son. In addition, Vivian has been dating Shaun Evans (Sean Ringgold).

In addition to One Life to Love, Giovanni has very impressive credits having appeared in numerous TV series and motion pictures including starring in the TNT drama Major Crimes from 2012-18, ABC’s Designated Survivor 2017-19, the CW’s Black Lightning from 2019-20. Most recently, Giovanni appeared on the Fox series, The Resident and has a recurring role on the CW’s crime series, Walker from 202-2024.

HEALING ANNA

On today’s General Hospital, after Anna’s harrowing meltdown where she almost shot and killed Dr. Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) after seeing visions of “Peter August” (Wes Ramsey), Jason (Steve Burton) saved the day and talked Anna down from committing murder. Now, Dr. Nichols was introduced as a valuable staff member at the hospital.  Although, this marked the first time in the history of the show we have heard of her character.

So, do you remember seeing Kearran Giovanni on One Life to Live? Happy to see that Anna may have a qualified therapist in charge of her healing, unless the doctor turns out to be not on the up and up? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Anna Breaks Down in Front of Jason and Britt After Shots Are Fired

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The Wednesday, September 9 episode of General Hospital featured top-notch performances by Finola Hughes and Steve Burton, as Anna holds Jason and Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) at gunpoint on Mount Emerson.

Anna is not in her right mind as hallucinations of Peter (Wes Ramsey) overtake her, egging her on to shoot and kill Britt. Jason begs Anna to put down the gun, but it’s clear Anna is speaking to someone who is not there, but in a direction that is just past Britt.

Suddenly, Anna screams at Britt, “You’re just like your father!” Anna also tells Britt that she knew Britt was aware that she was locked up on Spoon Island and did nothing to save her. Britt turns to Jason and tells him she had no idea Anna was on the Island, “until Cullum showed up in Port Charles.” That declaration gave Jason pause.

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“PETER” TAKES A BULLET

Next, Anna is overcome with angst, filled with tears and screams out, “I won’t let you beat me!” She fires the gun where the imaginary Peter was standing, as Britt screams and Jason dove to cover her. Now completely shaken, Jason took the weapon from Anna and ordered Britt to leave the scene as Anna collapsed in Jason’s arms.

Jason was so concerned for Anna. She reveals she’s been seeing visions of Peter August since France. Jason shared his theory with Anna that she was manifesting her worst fears about Faison. However he knows deep down Anna would never have shot Britt. Jason promises to come back and clean up the area, but would take Anna home first.

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ANNA ADMITS TO EMMA SHE TRIED TO KILL BRITT

At Anna’s, Jason brings her in the front door as Emma is there. Jason tells Emma (Braedyn Bruner) he would like to return and spend the night. A confused and worried Emma get the full story from her grandmother.

Anna explains she tried to kill Britt and she is not as well as she was pretending to be in France. Cut to: Jason cleaning up the site of Anna’s plot against Britt on Mount Emerson. He moves over and finds bullet casings on the ground and examines one of them.

The story climax also signaled the end of the run for Wes Ramsey, who has been showing up on episodes over the last several months as Anna’s dark side conscience. Now that Anna was able to break the psychological hold visions of “Peter” had on her, it ends this latest return of Ramsey’s.

So, what did you think about the scenes between Anna and Jason? Do you think Jason and Britt’s relationship will come to an end now that seemingly Britt revealed she knew Anna was held captive after Cullum came to town? Glad to know Anna won’t be haunted by visions of Peter August anymore? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Did Brook Lynn Deserve Chase Walking Out on Her?

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The marriage of Brook Lynn Quartermaine (Amanda Setton) and Harrison Chase (Josh Swickard) may have come to an end by the conclusion of the Tuesday, September 8 episode of General Hospital.

In story, confronted by Trina (Tabyana Ali), and in front of a room full of Quartermaines, Brook Lynn copped to being the other driver involved in the crash that scarred Jordan’s (Tanisha Harper) face and ultimately sent Curtis (Donnell Turner) to prison.

Chase, who thinks at this point Brook Lynn was covering up her involvement by protecting someone else in the family is shocked to learn it’s Brook Lynn who actually was the driver. Brook Lynn explains she never saw any evidence of a crash when she ran into Jordan’s car, so she didn’t stop to check on anyone. Trina and Jordan are outraged as is Chase.

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CHASE PUTS BROOK LYNN ON BLAST

Soon, it comes out that Tracy (Jane Elliot) was involved in the cover-up, and tries to point out that Brook Lynn wasn’t responsible for causing the accident or Curtis punching Isaiah, but Trina says that Brook Lynn tore her family apart, and her father is in prison without the ability to see his newborn son. Trina storms out with Kai (Jen Austin Astrup).

Next, Chase goes on blast on Brook Lynn in front of her entire family. Chase starts to walk out the front door as Brook Lynn tries to stop him. At this point, Chase is all about being lied to, and he goes in on his wife, that they promised there would be no more secrets between them.

Brook Lynn digs a deeper hole for herself when she explained that she’d had a glass of wine before getting in the car to see Gio (Giovanni Mazza) and Trina perform at Charlie’s. She admits to being terrified that she’d lose any chance of adopting baby Phoebe, if she called the police.

TO THE GATEHOUSE HE GOES

Chase is furious that Brook Lynn framed Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) for what she caused and did. With that, Chase leaves Brook Lynn in the dust and heads straight to the gatehouse door to see Willow!

Cut to: Brook Lynn devastated on the staircase of the Q mansion and her dad, Ned Ashton (Wally Kurth) sitting with his daughter to try to comfort her when she decrees her marriage is over.

Now in the pick-up, take a look at the General Hospital teaser video for today’s Wednesday, September 9, episode below.

So, what did you think of how Brook Lynn’s life just blew up in front of her? Does she deserve to have Chase walk out on her for what she did? Do you want Brook Lynn and Chase to work things out, or are you betting by the end of this week Chase and Willow will have hit the sheets? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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