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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Natalia After Mixing Pills and Booze Seemingly Passes Out as Marco is on His Way, Kristina Walks Into a Fiery Trap
Things are not looking good for Kristina Corinthos-Davis (Kate Mansi) and Natalia Rogers-Ramirez (Eva LaRue) by the time we got to the closing credits on Monday’s, June 30th episode of General Hospital.
First, after Natalia shows up unannounced at Daisy’s christening, Sonny (Maurice Benard) gets her outside of the church and Natalia wants to know what gives, when Sonny promised he was going to be on the plane with her to Belize. Sonny counters that he is setting her up with a good life. She feels blindsided saying she thought going out of the country together would reinvigorate their relationship.
Sonny tells Natalia his life is in Port Charles and he is not coming with her. Natalia with tears streaming down her face says she thought Sonny cared for her. Kristina comes upon the scene and Sonny tells her he will be inside in a minute. Sonny tells his security guard/henchmen to get her out of here, and take her back to the hotel, and get her onto the plane. Natalia spews venom at Sonny that he and his family will get everything they deserve.
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Back at the Metro Court Hotel, Natalia yells at Sonny’s security guard to give her a few minutes she needs to take a shower. He tells her he will be right outside the door. As she becomes emotionally distraught and having a panic attack, she reaches for a bottle of pills and downs a couple and then goes to the liquor cabinet and starts to drink some booze.
Later, Natalia begins to drunk text her son, Marco (Adrian Anchondo), who is with Lucas (Van Hansis) at Carly’s (Laura Wright) house having dinner. As the two get closer, Marco’s phone goes off with a text message from his mother. Marco can’t make out what it says as another text comes in as well. Marco reveals this is his mother’s patten. She gets drunk, then tries to text, then apologizes to him in the morning for it.
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Lucas thinks it’s strange that she is trying to reach him when she is supposed to be on a plane out of the country. Marco gets concerned when the text gibberish comes in more often. Lucas says to Marco this may be Natalia’s way of reaching out to him. Marco rethinks things.
At the hotel, a very out of it Natalia starts attempting to pack while replaying moments in her mind that Jenz (Carlo Rota), Sonny and Marco have told her. She thinks back to Sidwell telling her how awful she was to their son, and how he won’t help her fix her relationship with him. Sonny telling her he’s not coming with her to Belize, and how Marco told her he never wanted to see her again. Next, Natalia (seemingly) passes out on the couch just as text arrives from Marco that read “I’m coming over.”
After the christening, Michael (Rory Gibson) and his family are at the Quartermaine’s, when Kristina arrives, but at that moment she is called back to Charlie’s because her staff member can’t make it to open the bar. However, it’s a trap, two men in black and ski masks break into it, and douse the place with gasoline.
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When Kristina arrives, she realizes gasoline is on the floor, when suddenly a fire ignites as Charlie’s is going up in flames with Kristina now trapped inside. The episode was one of GH’s mafioso endings which always juxtaposes a happy moment (the christening) with deadly danger.
So, do you think Marco will get to Natalia in time and save her? Thus, Eva LaRue, who is exiting the show, would not be killed-off this way? How will Kristina get out of the bar without facing the same fate as Michael did when he was caught in an explosion at Sonny’s? Share your theories via the comment section below, but first check out the scenes where Sonny lowers the boom on Natalia.
For a christening of a baby that’s a Corinthos, Quartermaine, Scorpio, and Spencer, who was NOT at either the church or the reception was noteworthy. I understand not having the budget for the under-18 performers, but some contract performers were missing. Dante? Tracy? Or Maxie?
Kirsten Storms has been MIA from this and the Nurses Ball. Her appearances are few and far between. Hope all is well on her end.
Although I despised the character, the Natalia meltdown was sad to watch. Everything leading up to her return to the MC had you thinking she was going to be murdered. Accidental OD or suicide was not on my radar.
Krispy Kristina? I have a feeling it will be more smoke inhalation than burns.
I, too, have been wondering about Kirsten. Maxie’s kids performed at the Nurse’s Ball and her mom is now Daisy’s godmom so her absence in both GH events is concerning. Wishing her health and wellness in her personal life, and hopefully they are working on a significant storyline for Maxie with Britt’s return.
My question is why does Sasha who wants no mention of Michael on the birth certificate or to play a role in Daisy’s upbringing- why is she still living at the Quartermaines? One of the reasons she gave was that she doesn’t want the Qs to have anything to do with raising Daisy. Makes no sense to me.
It’s irritating. Sasha is all sweetness and light but her inconsistency is irritating. SHE’S irritating.
Going after Sonny’s children is getting old, I’ve been watching GH for many years. Jen’s is just another criminal trying to get control. Meanwhile others get away with everything, Willow needs to know what Drew has done to her, Carly needs to know what her new lover has done to Michael/Joshlin. Let’s start some of these revelations!! GH is my favorite soap!!! Thank you
With what is going on in our country right now, the idea of being set up in a luxurious house in beautiful and blissful Belize doesn’t sound so bad. Natalia acted like she was being sent to Siberia without a coat. I’m amused at the thought of how many people have Googled Belize for a possible travel destination.
Here’s hoping Marco is bisexual. That could make for an interesting couple. I know the Kristina character is.
Marco is not bi – and even if he were – deserves better than that wackadoodle.
Ew! No thank you. Marco deserves better than that narcissistic, histrionic fool who sucks the energy out of the room just from entering it. The first words out of her mouth after being rescued were,” Somebody tried to kill ME! “ Me, me, me! Kristina thinks the vocalist’s warm up (mi, mi, mi, mi, mi, mi) is her personal theme song.
Why would you hope for that? Marco and Lucas have an amazingly good chemistry, and I’d like to see their romance develop. Besides, I wouldn’t wish Kristina on my worse enemy.
Linda, that is a really terrible idea. Marco has established that he’s gay from the get go. He’s NOT bi-curious. It would be incredibly disrespectful and insulting to the gay community for him to swing toward Kristina of all people or any woman.
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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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