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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Kristina is Accepted into Medical School Paving Way for Kate Mansi’s Exit; What Do You Think of How She’s Being Written-Off?
As promised by General Hospital on Tuesday May 26 episode provided the reason why Kristina Corinthos-Davis will be leaving Port Charles next month in order to accommodate Daytime Emmy winner Kate Mansi’s decision to exit the soap opera.
After telling Mansi told former Soap Opera Digest Editorial Stephanie Sloane in her newsletter that, “Now, it feels like the right time for both Kristina and me to step into new adventures,” that couldn’t have been prove more true, when Kristina’s life and story took a sharp turn out of nowhere.
During a conversation on today’s GH, Kristina is talking with her sister Molly (Kristen Vaganos) about Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) outside of Bobbie’s when suddenly Kristina gets a message notification on her phone. Next, Kristina underplayed the information, she received when she looked at the notification and announced, “I took a long shot, and just got accepted into medical school!”
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Molly looks stunned, Kristina seemed like someone who just thought she would randomly throw her hat into the ring and see if it happens, as if wasn’t such a big deal, or maybe she is just underplaying her reaction for now. Certainly, for those who have applied to medical school, and have always wanted to be a doctor, this would be the most awesome news.
As to why all of a sudden the GH writers came up with this angle for Kristina’s exit story has yet to be explained on-screen with this being such a major career decision shift when Kristina just reopened Charlie’s. More is said to be revealed on tomorrow’s Wednesday, May 28 episode.
MEDICAL SCHOOL AS A VEHICLE TO WRITE OUT A SOAP CHARACTER
The move to have Kristina Corinthos-Davis become a doctor does give the show the leeway to bring back Kate Mansi a few years down the line with a new occupation and purpose if she ever wants to return to the show since GH executive producer Frank Valentini said in a statement that the “door is always open” for Kate to return. And as we also learned, there are no plans to recast the role at this time.
Kristina doesn’t have the greatest track record with academia having been expelled back in the fall of 2015 from Wesleyan, where she had been studying prelaw. That story eventually revealed itself where Kristina got suspended after offering to have sex with one of her professors in exchange for a better grade. The professor turned out to be Parker Forsyth played by Ashley Jones, and the two eventually were in a complicated relationship before breaking up.
Soap fans have always been tasked with suspending belief when certain reasons are written to precipitate characters exits when the audience already knows that the actor had decided to leave the show or needs a maternity leave, for example. Sometimes it makes some sense for the character and other times, it does not.
So, how do you feel about the reason why Kristina Corinthos-Davis will be written off the canvas as Kate Mansi wraps up her story on-screen? Do you think it fits the character? Like it? Don’t like it? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
Such a random, left-field reason for Kristina to leave the canvas. Hilarious. But whatever works for ushering out Kate Mansi.
I hoped that Kristina and Blaze would reconnect. Since that doesn’t appear to be the case, Kristina is a smart young woman and I’m glad she has reached a more goal directed point in her life.
Not to be hash, but I’ve never seen one instance of Kristina demonstrating that she is even remotely intelligent. Believing that she was accepted into Med school, is akin to believing that Melania Trump really deserved that Einstein Visa.
Exactly.
Suspension of disbelief be damn. The idea of a college drop-out slacker, who never studied pre-med, suddenly being accepted into med school is just lazy and horribly, plot driven writing. Kristina has never once indicated she was interested in pursuing a career in medicine is insanely stupid.
Wouldn’t it be more believable if Kristina decided she wanted to be an Olympic high diver? She has natural talent. The Romanian judge gave her a 9.2 on her fall into the MC pool.
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I’m happy to see Kate Mansi LEAVE!!! I never ever liked her character!!!
Loved Kate Mansi as Kristina. I will miss her!
Being a chronic mess-up is part of Kristina’s core character. Medical school? I wouldn’t let her put a band-aid on me. I’d somewhat be okay with her being a psychologist as therapy has been a fall-back career for many.
Career switches on soaps are common, but they should be plausible (i.e. Felicia going from PI to bar owner to patient advocate). But then there’s unqualified CEOs in Michael and Curtis or Laura – elected to two terms as mayor despite spending 5 years in a catatonic state.
Kristina as a doctor? What’s next? Lucy as a chemist? Liesl as a preschool teacher?
Many people are chronic mess-ups with a lack of direction in when they are young. Luckily, some of the gain direction and life purpose as they mature. Her relationship with Blaze, losing the baby, losing Sam, taking over Charlie’s, the fire and rebuilding Charlie’s may had that effect of Kristina. Kristina is not a dumb bell and modern medical school want students for all walks of life. There are programs where you earn your undergraduate degree and your medical degree at the same time. Plus, this will give Kristina a chance to stand on her own two feet with Alexis and/or Sonny as immediate safety nets.
I always appreciate your comments. I will, however, beg to differ with you here. Kristina still refers to the baby as “Adela” and has yet to take complete responsibility for cutting Ric’s brakes or her part in holding him captive.
It’s okay to have characters that maintain a bit of “screwy-ness”. On OLTL, Tina remained a bit off, Todd never really matured and Roxie, lovably, remained Roxie.
I would love to see Irene Kristen back on GH as Ava’s mother.
You know, we’ve watched through Casey the alien, a weather machine to control the world’s weather, COUNTLESS return from the dead stories…it’s not hard to believe Krissi got a wild hair and decided medical school would be a good fit. Really. It’s not a bad fit and it gives leeway if Kate wants to come back@ I’ve seen WAY WORSE STORIES ON THIS SOAP!! I’m in it for the long haul!
Hey, don’t be knocking the weather machine! Mikkos Cassadine brought that technology with him when he arrived down here, and made it possible for us to have air conditioning in Hell!
They can take molly with her doesn’t make any kind of reason Dr. Please don’t make laugh.lol
Difference being we didn’t know Casey the Alien. He just plopped into 10 year old Robin Scorpio’s garage. We had not invested in this character anymore than we invested in Mikkos Cassadine who tried to freeze Port Charles. What some of you are struggling with is distinguishing between fantastical characters and realistic characters. What I am talking about is character driven stories vs plot driven stories. We’ve known Kristina since she was a baby. Her suddenly taking an explicable turn that has not been backed up by a pattern of behavior or any history, is the WORST example of plot driven writing that I can think of. I’m sorry to belabor this but frankly, bad writing pisses me off.
Send Molly too please.
I don’t understand the medical thing? They could have sent her back to school for literally ANYTHING else. Maybe social work or psychology to help at the Corinthos-Davis center?
Bridget Forrester on B&B went from being designer to doctor in the blink of an eye. I agree for Kristina to be accepted into med school our of the blue is silly but this is GH where people come back to life time after time, mobsters go unpunished, and silly spy stories flourish. For a show whose central core is a hospital, this makes some bit of sense.
I don’t even remember her going to college so this is a big stretch. I know we’re supposed to suspend disbelief, but this is a bit ridiculous.
She went to college long enough to fall in love with a professor who was old enough to be her mother. I don’t remember what her studies were at the time, but it definitely wasn’t pre-med.
Oh right, that’s when she came out to her family.
The current writers keep going so far left of the history of this show and these characters it’s beyond ridiculous. This is just the latest in something coming out of nowhere. And not even bothering to address Kristina got nowhere close to finishing college. If they’re going to do it at least throw in a few lines about how it’s possible. And Wednesday’s episode doesn’t cut it. And at the very least have her studying psychology-that’s the only thing that makes any sense with Kristina’s background.
This is really out there! It doesn’t make sense, Kristina has not finished or been in college which she would have to be to be accepted to Med School. I know it’s a soap but viewers pay attention and don’t like when there no continuity. Marco just died, I could totally see her contacting Blaze and them giving their relationship another try. That would be reasonable and welcome with an easy exit and return.
I know, right? Maybe on a different soap, this wouldn’t irk me. But this soap literally has Hospital in its title.
Wow! Just when I think that some of these story lines couldn’t get any worse. Med school? For a non college graduate?
I didn’t know she finished college.
She didn’t. She dropped out after Professor Parker broke her heart.
She was in college for one semester before she dropped out and went away with her college professor Parker.
Are you kidding me what a stupid idea to let her leave.
I’m guessing that the learning institution that grants Krissie her medical license is the same one that awarded super-spy Robert Scorpio his law degree!
They actually mentioned UCLA. When I last checked, it’s still a top institution that doesn’t admit people who never got an undergraduate degree to their medical school.
Maybe “PARKER!” sent a letter of recommendation.
Or maybe Sonny called in a favor, considering UCLA’s hospital had some really big security holes when he had his heart procedure there a few months back, and almost got taken out by a hit person disguised as a nurse.
I would say they owe him one for not suing over that.
I’ve read that Mansi has directed some clips on GH and wants to further her career in that area. Frank Valentini has allowed her freedom in that and im glad he’s left the door open. Will Ethan then take over running Charlie’s Pub? If not him, then who?
I love that direction for Kristina. It is a happy ending and she can always come back. Thanks to the writers for not killing. Her off
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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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