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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason is Taken Into Custody By the WSB, Marco Dies Sending Lucas and Sidwell Reeling

By Michael Fairman

Published

4 months ago

March 26, 2026

Michael

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The Wednesday, March 25 episode of General Hospital facilitated the temporary exit of Steve Burton in the role of Jason Morgan, the final exit of Adrian Anchondo as Marco Rios, and left the door open to the continuation of a huge umbrella storyline that has everyone in the know keeping secret the fact that Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr) is the person who shot WSB Director Ross Cullum (Andrew Hawkes).

As viewers previously saw, Jason took the fall for the young man and now finds himself in a situation he may never get out of. The episode featured such strong performances by the men, in particular, the aforementioned Burton, plus Van Hansis (Lucas), Carlo Rota (Sidwell), Finn Carr and Asher Antonyzyn (Danny). Here’s what went down!

At Lulu’s (Alexa Havins), she finally is able to get Rocco to explain what happened at the pier. He tells his mother he shot Cullum to protect and save Jason, which is how he injured his hand. Lulu wants to make sure no one saw him. Rocco swears Cullum or Britt knew he was there. Lulu says no one can know about this, and in his tears and through his confession, he promises not to tell a soul. Lulu then offers up some ominous words saying, “she’ll take care of everything.”

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ONE LIFE SAVED, ONE LIFE LOST

Back at the intense drama in the operating rooms at GH, Lucas is able to get the bullet out that’s lodged in Cullum’s back. Meanwhile, Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson) and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) keep finding more and more stab wounds and problems during Marco’s surgery in their attempt to save him.

After Lucas finishes his surgery on Cullum, he goes to call Marco, but gets his voicemail again. Suddenly, near the hospital elevators, Elizabeth tells Lucas she needs to talk to him and tells him Marco is dead. Lucas is overcome. She takes him to see Marco after explaining he was stabbed multiple times. Lucas says goodbye to his love in an exceptionally sad scene. What Lucas does know yet, is that the man he saved in the OR, killed his boyfriend!

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At the PCPD interrogation room, Jason is not talking to Dante (Dominic Zamprogna). Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) shows up as Jason’s lawyer, she talks to him privately and informs him Marco was stabbed on the floor of her law offices. Talk turns to Danny and Jason wants Alexis to be Danny’s legal guardian, which she agrees.. Suddenly, Brennan (Chris McKenna) and a gaggle of WSB agents show up, saying they are taking Jason into custody. Meanwhile, at Carly’s (Laura Wright), Danny is pleading with Carly and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) to help Jason who shot a WSB agent, and its Cullum. They are stunned.

THE WSB THROWS ITS WEIGHT AROUND

Back at the PCPD, Brennan tells Jason that Cullum has pulled through his surgery thus far and the WSB is taking over his case. We learn, Jason is being charged with attempted murder of an agent and it is considered an international incident. The agents tells Dante, Justine (Nazneen Contactor) and Alexis, the WSB supersedes the PCPD and Jason is going into their custody and they shackle Jason and take him out of the police station to a waiting van.

At Wyndemere, Sidwell and Ava (Maura West) are making out, when Chase (Josh Swickard) shows up and informs Sidwell about Marco and if he knew who would want to hurt him. By the time, Jenz gets to the hospital, Dr. Gannon informs him that his son died. Then, Sidwell goes to sit by his Marco’s body, and with anguish, rage and heartbreak, he promises to make Sonny suffer for both his and his mother Natalia’s death.

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EVEN MORE ANGUISH

Ava finds Lucas outside of GH, but he doesn’t want to talk about Marco being dead, because then it becomes too real, and he tells his aunt he’s not ready to grieve. As he breaks down, Ava hugs him.

A heartbroken Britt, who is beside herself, gets to the outside of the PCPD just as Jason is being taken away. In a very emotional performance by Kelly Thiebaud, she tells Jason she loves him as she breaks down. Jason tells her he loves her too as he knows this may be the last time they see each other. In the climatic ending, Danny shows up and says goodbye to his dad as he tearfully watches the van carrying his father drive off.

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The question becomes will the story progress while Steve Burton is on his hiatus? Will Valentin and Carly help Jason escape off-screen and he becomes a fugitive and we don’t see his whereabouts, or might that happen later when Burton is set to return? The two-time Daytime Emmy winner wrapped filming on February 6, but is slated to be back this summer to pick-up taping all new-episodes.

You can check out the heartbreaking confession of Rocco Falconeri to his mother, Lulu Spencer below.

Now let us know, what did you think about how GH sent Jason off the canvas? What did you think of the performances of the cast? Which moments gutted you the most? Share your thoughts via the comment section.

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OG Steve

4 months ago

The writers deserve a lot of credit for crafting an umbrella storyline that makes a lot of sense and appears to be covering all the beats. Having Isaiah be the doctor operating on the son of the man who nearly had him killed while Lucas operates on the man who killed Marco – well thought out!

Prison (or some form of it) as the temporary exit for Jason much better than a fake death or coma. Having the WSB be involved leaves open the opportunity for Jack to be the hero down the line (with Carly eating crow).

Rota, who often overacts, was quite moving in his scenes.

Minor annoyance…
the show really needs another nurse. Elizabeth can’t be the only one. In the operating room, Lucas was talking to an under-5 instead of Felix, Deanna or Amy (who apparently are only asked on for the Nurse’s Ball.)

Llanviewer717

Reply to OG Steve

4 months ago

Have to agree with you OG Steve. The show really needs more nurses. Poor Elizabeth can’t do everything. Bring back Felix, Deanna and Amy. The hospital needs life. If this Amy is anything like the original Amy Vining, beautifully portrayed by the late Shell Kepler, she’ll keep hospital information flowing.

OG Steve

Reply to Llanviewer717

4 months ago

Amy Vining would have had a field day with Portia and her melodrama.

Llanviewer717

4 months ago

Another superb episode. Everyone did excellent work. I’ve been especially impressed by Asher Antonyzyn and Finn Carr. Both can really bring it when given meaty material. Congratulations to both of them.

Shari

4 months ago

My opinion is that Lucas was the weak link in this very well done story.
When he was in the room with the love of his life who had just died, I felt no emotion or real grief.

Harry

Reply to Shari

4 months ago

Honestly? I’m not a big ole cry baby but he had me in tears. His grief was so apparent that it was palpable. But he played it with quiet intensity. Had he shrieked and cried, I’d agree with you. It was the power of an understated performance. In my opinion, Van Hansis played it with perfectly.

Harry

Reply to Harry

4 months ago

with perfection. Sorry.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Serena Sets Her Sights on Michael; Jason’s Emotional Exit from the Mob

Published

8 hours ago

August 3, 2026

Michael

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.

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‘General Hospital’ Fan Club Weekend 2026 (Photos)

Published

18 hours ago

August 2, 2026

Michael

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

Published

2 days ago

August 1, 2026

Michael

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.