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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Maxie Wakes Up Says, ‘James Malcolm West, You Are Not Going Skating Without a Helmet’

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The February 12 episode of General Hospital marked the highly-anticipated on-screen return of Kirsten Storms in her signature role of Maxie Jones. So, how did the GH writers wake her up out of her coma? Find out below! In addition, Curtis (Donnell Turner) was revealed to be the bio-dad of Portia’s (Brook Kerr) baby, much to the disappointment of Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson), and apparently Portia too, and Nathan (Ryan Paevey) and Lulu’s (Alexa Havins Bruening) vow to not allow themselves to get close again went out the window.

First, in the coma clinic in Boston, Felicia (Kristina Wagner), James (Gary James Fuller) and Georgie (Lily Fisher) had their weekly visit with Maxie, only this time, Kirsten Storms is seen lying comatose in the bed. As is their ritual, each of Maxie’s loved ones gets to sit and talk alone with her by her bedside for a few moments, so James went in first.

In a very touching moment played to perfection by Gary James Fuller, James tells his mom that when a classmate of his asked him to be her Valentine, he told Maxie he told her ‘no,’ because his mom is his valentine. He also adds, he wants her to wake up so she could watch him play hockey. When it was Georgie’s turn, she was so emotional and overcome that she begged her mother to wake up.

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BACK TO LIFE

Later, outside in the clinic hallway adjacent to Maxie’s room, Felicia, James and Georgie are getting ready to head back to Port Charles when James and Georgie have a disagreement on whether to stop at the bookstore or an ice rink on the way to the airport. Suddenly, James jaw drops as he’s hears Maxie’s voice as she appears standing at her clinic room door saying, “James Malcolm West, you are not going skating without a helmet.”

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PATERNITY PICKLE

Back at General Hospital, Portia reveals that Curtis is the father of her unborn child, as an upset Isaiah leaves the two to discuss what to do now. Trina (Tabyana Ali) leaves as well. Portia asks Curtis where do they go from here. Curtis strongly suggests a 50/50 custody split and to be good parents for their child and not fight with each other. Portia agrees.

Next, Portia runs into Isaiah in the men’s locker room at the hospital (as one does). She admits she was hoping that the baby she is carrying was his. He says he feels the same but promises to love her baby no matter what.

Portia and Isaiah recommit to each other, sharing that she and Curtis will raise their baby together but have separate lives, and she is certain, that Curtis’ relationship with Jordan will fall apart, just like it did previously. At the same time, Curtis went to see Jordan (Tanisha Harper) and told her the baby news update, and after his divorce from Portia, they will have joint custody of their child, but that he and Jordan can be together.

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CAN’T KEEP MY EYES OFF OF YOU

Meanwhile, as Maxie wakes up, Nathan shows up at Lulu’s. He says he needs help for James, in that, his son, needs to bring something to class for Valentine’s Day. Lulu whips something up. The two discuss how Laura and Nina told them to follow their hearts as the two cannot deny their attraction for each other.

So, what did you think of how Maxie woke up? Did you enjoy the performance of Gary James Fuller? Were you rooting for Curtis or Isaiah to be the father of Portia’s baby? And, are you annoyed with Lulu and Nathan, or on board for their romance? Share your thoughts via the comment section.

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OK we all know that Maxie’s trip to veggieland was a relatively short one, by GH standards. But she immediately wakes up, jumps out of bed and yells at her kid to wear a helmet?

That’s one HELL of a recovery. Not even the momentary “rubber legs” we saw when Lulu woke up.

My thoughts exactly Satan. I’m surprised Felicia didn’t faint. I would have.

Satan, I wake up everyday with “rubbery legs,” and I’m not even in a coma!
Or so I’ve been told…

Ha ha ha! Jane’s, I know what you mean all too well.

Sorry for the muddling of your name,James. Apparently my fingers are rubbery too.

Could Maxie’s awakening been staged better, certainly, but at least we didn’t have to see Kirsten lying unconscious for weeks while those around her prayed for Maxie’s recovery. Look out “Nathan” – Maxie is going to want answers about where you’ve been.

Maxie should have just opened her. Eyes not jumped out of bed and ran to the door

I’m thinking it’s Maxie dreaming, but she will wake up in today’s episode

Nevermind 🙂

I am so happy Maxie woke up! Also wish Isaiah was the baby’s father

I am too. I was hoping Isaiah was the Dad. Portia is being blamed for breaking up the marriage but in reality Curtis couldn’t stay away from his ex. I’m glad Portia has Isaiah.

Oh me too. I never lied Portia until she became romantically involved with Isaiah. They’re kind of sweet together. Conversely, I always liked Jordan until she got back together with Curtis. So I see it as a Curtis problem. Don’t like the guy(the character, not the actor). And now he will continue to be enmeshed in both aforementioned women’s lives.

Maxie’s waking up was perfect!!

I hope Maxie stays with my guy Spinelli.

I do, too!

How many people are in a coma for that long and can get up out the bed and walk across the floor? So glad Curtis is the father.

Me too!

Maxi walking out the door after comma was the most stupid thing I’ve ever seen. Soo many reasons why that can’t happen, come on!!!! Do you want us to watch????

Lulu and Nathan a no no
Don’t belong together at all! I don’t care how Maxie woke up as long as she did! Fabulous Maxie, we love you

Maxie and Nathan cannot hook up!! that would be sooo disrespectful to Dante and Maxie!!. DO NOT DO THAT!!. Let Lulu have a moment of consciousness, where she realizes she needs to be loyal to her best friend and not follow some whim feelings for Nathan.. NOT COOL!! Let Dante & Lulu hookup before you connect Nathan & Lulu

So wrong Nathan and lulu I’m glad the baby is Curtis’s can’t stand Portia

I definitely was hoping Isaiah was the father of Portia’s baby…I’ve lost respect for Curtis getting involved with Jordan again…Portia deserves a one woman man n she n Isaiah really look well together…I agree with Portia Jordan n Curtis’ relationship will eventually implode….

I’m very anoyed with the lulu and Nathan getting together.

Sick of Portia and Isaiah. Glad maxi is back yay

Yes bring back Spencer

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Britt and Rocco Say Their Goodbyes, Then She Gets Arrested; Anna Reveals “Nathan West” is an Imposter

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On the Friday, June 26 episode of General Hospital, emotional moments, a new duo on the run, the end of the line for Britt and an eye-opening moment between Anna and Felicia were the order of the day. Let’s take a look at what went down, but first let’s give a round of applause for Kelly Thiebaud (Britt) and Finn Carr (Rocco) on their goodbye scenes.

In the story, Rocco insists to his parents, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Lulu (Alexa Havins) that he wouldn’t leave Tortola without Britt. Dante is getting impatient because Britt brought all the trouble in recent months to his son. They need to protect him and they can’t if he stays with Britt. Lulu tells Britt she is the only one who can do the right thing, right now.

Britt explained it is too dangerous for Rocco to stay with her. She was very selfish and made a lot of terrible decisions along the way and Cullum is tracking her down because she did not finish the project he enlisted her for. She convinces Rocco to go with his parents and gives him a little token of something that reminded her of when he was a baby which is a bottle to blow bubbles with.

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TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

Rocco makes Britt promise to take her medication to ward off her Huntington’s disease symptoms and to keep changing locations so she is not caught. The two share a final hug as both are in tears. Dante makes a call. While in the car ready to leave Britt behind, Rocco says he will never forgive himself is something happened to Britt.

Back inside, Britt is ready to inject herself with her medication but is unaware that Cullum has now tainted it with poison! But she is saved from that, when two police officers burst through the door to arrest her for kidnapping charges! Did Dante call the local police? Is he doing this to keep her safe or to pay her back?

In Port Charles, Charlotte (Bluesy Burke) arrives at Crimson, completely unaware that the man in the elevator is following her. Nina (Cynthia Watros) and Charlotte have an argument about Willow (Katelyn MacMullen). Suddenly, Willow calls her mother that she is being questioned by the PCPD, and Nina learns, it is as a suspect for being the other driver that left Jordan and Curtis injured by the side of the road on Route 91.

ARRIVALS AND DESTINATIONS IN QUESTION

Chase (Josh Swickard) comes to Willow’s rescue much to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Justine’s (Nazneen Contractor) chagrin. Willow learns Lucy  and Drew are the supposed witnesses against her. Chase figures out when Joe (Jonathan Bennett) was alone with Drew, he got him to blink in a way that implicated her. However, in a shocking moment, Justine reveals that the trip log from Willow’s BMW SUV placed her at the scene of the accident just second before it occurred.

Meanwhile, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) comes by Crimson to see Charlotte. He says he broke into the WSB office to get info to expose Cullum as a double agent. Charlotte blows a gasket! She can’t believe that he would do something so stupid that it could have gotten him killed. She firmly tells Danny that best thing he can do to help Jason is to stay out of things. Danny storms out, but notices the stranger in the elevator who now steps into the Crimson lobby.

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The man tells Charlotte he is Agent Mark McKay with the WSB and he has orders to bring her in. When she resisted, he was about to chloroform her, when Danny knocked him out and took off with Charlotte.

ANNA PUTS HER TRUST IN FELICIA

In France, after having some private time with Emma (Braedyn Bruner), Anna (Finola Hughes) wants to talk to Felicia (Kristina Wagner). She tells her best friend she was trying to figure out what memories of her past with Faison, she could trust and not trust. Since Felicia knows her best she is hoping she can believe what she is about to tell her.

It is then that Anna says, “Nathan West (Ryan Paevey) is not who he says he is.” Felicia looks dumb-founded. Will she believe her friend … or think she has drummed this all up in her mind? Stay tuned.

So, what did you think about the goodbye scenes featuring Finn Carr and Kelly Thiebaud? Did you reach for the hankies? Do you believe that soon, Cassius will be caught for his duplicity and the truth about Britt’s “illness” will come to light? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below. But first check out the scenes featuring Anna on her road to recovery in France

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‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Drops First Single EDM/Dance Track ‘If You Need Me’

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Last weekend, we shared the news that General Hospital alum and Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos) was releasing his first single today on June 26th and it has indeed dropped! And for those readers who guessed that Duell’s first track out of the gate was going to be an EDM/Dance/House track … you are correct, sir!

The song entitled, “If You Need Me” is perfect for the late night clubs and can be found on Spotify and other major streaming platforms! Duell is noted as the performing artist, but as the composer/ lyricist and the beatmaker of the track. For his music projects, Chad is going solely by the name of “Duelly” which has been his social media handle for years.

Taking to his Instagram on Friday, Duell explained his deep dive into making music, expressing, “I’ve wanted to make music for a long time… I just never did it. It always felt like this huge, overwhelming thing to learn. All the technical side of it, the programs, everything that goes into actually building a track… it was easy to keep pushing it off.  A couple months ago I finally just decided to go for it.”

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BIT BY BIT PUTTING IT TOGETHER

Chad added, “Since then I’ve been putting in a lot of time learning, experimenting, figuring things out, and slowly starting to find a sound I’m really proud of. This first release is more of a dance/EDM vibe, but I’ve also been working on a lot of different styles behind the scenes that I’m just as excited about. At some point I realized I could keep holding onto everything trying to make it perfect… or I could just start putting music out and grow as I go.”

Stepping out of his own way, Duell firmly says, “So that’s what I’m doing.  My first track “If You Need Me” is out now. More coming soon… this is just the beginning.”

As GH viewers know, Chad made the decision to step away from General Hospital after a 15-year run with the series where his last episode aired in January of 2025. By May of last year, the role was recast with Rory Gibson debuting in the part.

Give a listen below to Duelly’s “If You Need Me,” and let us know what you thought of it via the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: What Did You Think of the Return of Anna Devane, and What’s In the Letter?

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Finola Hughes made her dramatic return on-screen on the Wednesday, June 24 episode of General Hospital. Viewers will see Finola as Anna Devane again on tomorrow’s June 26th episode.

In the story, while in the French mental health facility, Anna has a session with Dr. Laurent. She tell her she now knows she was never kidnapped and that Cesar Faison is dead.

As she continued with her ruse, she went on to say she understands she was enlisted back into the WSB on a secret mission, and through that she relived all the trauma she endured by Faison, which caused her to have a psychotic break. Anna promises Dr. Laurent that her treatment plan had helped her so much in figuring out what was real, and what was in her imagination.

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ANNA’S GOT HER OWN PLAN TO ESCAPE

In a smart move (hopefully) Anna told Laurent if she could talk to someone else who had known Faison that it might aid in her recover. She was given the phone and she called Felicia (Kristina Wagner), who agreed to fly to France in the morning. Dr. Laurent claims she is pleased with Anna’s progress, but that they still have a very long long way to go.

Now by herself, Anna pulled out a packet of letters from a bedside table. There is one in particular that she is fixated on. What does it contain? Is this all a part of her escape plan? Will she warn Felicia that “Nathan” is really Cassius (Ryan Paevey)? If so, will Felicia even believe her?

In a summer preview with Soap Opera Digest, GH co-head writers Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten shared, “We’ll see echoes of Anna’s earliest incarnation as she returns to Port Charles with deadly intentions.”

So, were you happy to see Anna Devane back on your screens? What do you think is in the particular letter she was staring at? Will Felicia help Anna escape or not believe a word she says? Weigh-in via the comment section.  But first, you can check out some of the scenes from Anna’s on-screen return below.

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