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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Sam’s Loved Ones Gather For Her Memorial Service in an Emotional Tearjerker
It was time for the memorial service for Sam McCall. An emotional day that viewers of ABC’s General Hospital have been, on one hand looking forward as it would bring closure for the character and hopefully bring a proper goodbye, while others are still devastated over the decision to let longtime GH vet, Kelly Monaco, go after 21-years on the series.
On Tuesday’s November 19th episode, Sam’s family and friends are now at the church and the memorial gets started right at the top of the show. There were numerous remembrances and retrospective clips as many of Sam’s longest relationships in town spoke on her virtues, her love of danger, her leather jacket, her giving nature, her understated ways, and why she was a wonderful daughter, sister, partner, and more.
Molly (Kristen Vaganos) was the first to speak and she made the point that with Sam, they (along with sister, Kristina) were known as the “Davis girls” and were always a family. She went on to say that Sam was the quiet and calming sister who one could go to for advice. In a hankie-moment Molly said that now there will be only three sets of arms in the Davis girls hugs in the future. However, Sam will always be there with them. Next, Kristina (Kate Mansi) said a few words on how Sam was always her safety net and would not judge her and that she believed in second chances. As she spoke, we see Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) and Molly holding on to each other and in tears.
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Perhaps, one of the most emotional speeches came from Spinelli (Bradford Anderson), and for longtime viewers, it was Sam that brought Jason (Steve Burton) and Spinelli together. Spinelli spoke of how as a techy-nerd, she was one of the first people to befriend him. He flashes back to when Sam was going to try to help him work out more to build more muscle to help win the love of Maxie. He weeps that his “Fair Samantha” gave him the confidence to fall for the woman of his dreams. We cut to Maxie crying in the church.
Carly (Laura Wright) and Liz (Rebecca Herbst) speak on their contentious relationships with Sam over the years but how they learned to respect her. Lucky (Jonathan Jackson) speaks, and in a heart-tugging moment says that Sam saved his sister Lulu’s life when he and his brother, Nikolas, couldn’t. He hates that Sam lost her life in the process. He doesn’t know why she was taken from them, but their family will forever be in her debt.
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In another hankie-inducing moment, it’s time for Dante (Dominic Zamporgna) to speak. He recounts the dark patch he hit in his life with his terrible bout of PTSD and how Sam stepped up to be there for him, and how their friendship turned to love. Dante promises he’s going to do what she would want him to do and that is to keep going. Dante looks at Sam’s portrait and says through his tears, that he’ll always love her. He looks over at Sam’s children and tells them he loves them all too, and that will never change.
If you wanted more heartbreak, it was when Rocco (Finn Carr) and Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) both spoke. Rocco goes first and tells the attendees just how wonderful Sam was to him as a a stepmom. He goes on to say he is so thankful to her for giving him a brother, Danny, and his sister, Scout. In fact, Sam and Rocco shared secret handshake, and he wants to teach it to Danny and Scout now. As Rocco says this from the pulpit, Danny cries.
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Later, it is Jason and Danny together who address those gathered for Sam’s service. Jason goes first and says he is so grateful for the love and the time that he and Sam spent together. Danny speaks about the different things his mom loved. First, she loved to go fast. Next, she loved a good black leather jacket, and they are going to give hers to Scout when she’s older. Then, she loved Noodle Buda’s Chinese food. However, Danny closed his speech in his most heart-tugging moment of all. Danny shares how much Sam loved him, Scout, and Rocco.
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As the service came to its conclusion, it was Sam’s grieving mother, Alexis, who attempts to read her prepared speech about her exceptional daughter. However, she ends up tossing it and speaking from the heart. She says that Sam “choosing” her to be her mother, and letting her in, years after they found each other, was so profound to her. She says that Sam was not just her daughter, but her friend, and she didn’t know if she could have raised Molly and Kristina without Sam, as she was her anchor. Alexis shares the only way to properly honor her daughter is to be brave just like she was. So with that, Alexis reveals through her tears, she won’t grieve long, or get lost in sorrow, but will cheer Sam on to her next great adventure. As she concludes she looks up and says, “Thank you for choosing me, my angel.”
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Sadly, in a very powerful and poignant moment, after everyone has left the memorial, Alexis is left sitting there alone. Kristina and Molly find her. Alexis says she doesn’t want to leave and asks the girls to sit with her, as this will be the last time they will all be together with Sam.
Cut to: Lulu (the debut of Alexa Havins) waking up in the hospital.
So, what did you think of Sam McCall’s memorial service? What moments had you reaching for the hankies? Share your thoughts via the comment section, but first watch Spinelli’s farewell to his dear friend below.
Some powerful performances from Nancy, Kristen, Bradford, Becky, Dominic and Finn. If Nancy doesn’t win best actress next year, I’d be shocked. The flashbacks were well chosen. Some vintage Sam-Elizabeth and they even showed Sam in her relationship with Sonny.
Despite a short violin solo (which was not in Sam’s rock and roll style) Gio did not need to be there and was a seat filler. Gio’s place in the pew could’ve logically been filled Jordan, Felicia or Laura – all contract performers.
As for Lulu finally waking up… girl’s been in a coma for 4 years. She’s not going to have the motor skills to move her arm like she did. The whole scene should’ve been saved for a different episode.
I hope Gio’s character develops more and he doesn’t become one of those ” what ever happened with” character. Perhaps a Quartermaine.
The mystery about Gio has already dissipated. Many were speculating he was Dante and BLQ’s offspring. That faded because Dante has story mapped out with Lulu for a while. Also, last week, Brook Lynn made a point to say Lois can’t keep a secret. So, BLQ is not involved in the secret.
Gio is not Sonny’s kid, as Benard has gone on record saying Sonny doesn’t need any more children (regardless of age).
So, the odds of Gio becoming the next Dev, Rafe or Rory are pretty good.
Lol, this didn’t age well.
Normally, I would ignore this, but you’re commenting on a post from 18 months ago?
Bottom line you let go of an actress that people loved ! We get that everyone at the show can act but honestly gh it runs deeper. Sam will be missed so your need for more daytime Emmy’s means nothing
where was Laura? we know she wasn’t with Lulu, Anna could’ve of also attended and at least represent the Drakes, since Robin and Patrick and Emma were not there. It was just an ok ceremony to a character that deserved better, The actors as usual are always good, but I wasn’t crying since I was more annoyed for this pointless storyline, I keep waiting for a miracle twist, but as I said this year 2024 for GH is a bust for me as a viewer, The actors though top of their game as usual. hight light was Drew not speaking his fakeness is unbearable to watch.
How ultimately soap opera that at the very moment Sam’s funeral is taking place they have Lulu wake up
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).
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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
General Hospital fans took to social media following the airing of the Wednesday, October 21 episode of the ABC daytime drama series. In story, Molly (Kristen Vaganos) reveals to Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) that she has received an offer to join the top law firm in Chicago that practices civil law. She says it’s her dream job.
The problem Molly says is relocating from Port Charles and uprooting her life and being away from her mother, Scout and boyfriend Cody Bell (Josh Kelly). Wistful that she may lose another daughter to a long-distance situation (Kristina left a few months back to go to medical school in California), Alexis urged Molly to get Cody to go with her.
Molly still seemed concerned and has trouble committing to the idea. Alexis tells her to talk it over with Cody. Meanwhile, Cody asked Tracy (Jane Elliot) is he can have Thanksgiving off because he and Molly planned to spend Thanksgiving together with their families. After initially balking, Tracy agrees.
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WILL MOLLY AND CODY HEAD TO CHI-TOWN?
Later, Cody shows up at Miller & Davis and the conversation turned to Thanksgiving dinner that Alexis is hosting. Molly and Cody asked her not to cook anything. Cody hugged Molly reassuring Alexis that he and Molly would take care of whatever was needed on Turkey Day.
So, this raises the question, why out of nowhere are we learning that Molly received an amazing law offer in Chicago, if the character was not being written out? If Molly leaves the canvas, would the character of Cody make his exit too?
Kristen Vaganos joined GH as a recast Molly Lansing-Davis back in September of 2023 and went on contract in August of 2024. Josh Kelly began playing Cody Bell back in June of 2022. Initial reports were that Kelly joined the show on contract and then as of June 2025 went on recurring status with the show per his choice.
Do you see a world where GH is writing out Molly and Cody? Would you be sad to see Kristen and Josh exit the soap opera? If this is not what is going on, is this just a plot point for some other story that is upcoming? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
It’s been over two-years since his last appearance on General Hospital, now fan favorite Kin Shriner (Scott Baldwin) has taken to social media to share his thoughts on the casting of his grown-up TV daughter, Serena Baldwin now played by Kelly Kruger.
Kelly took over the role of Serena on-screen starting with the July 30, 2026 episode and has been ensconced in the storyline with her mother, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), in trying to win back full creative control of Deception for her.
In fact on the Monday, October 19 episode of the ABC soap opera, Serena tried to dupe Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) into signing over Michael’s (Rory Gibson) shares of the company. Jason caught on and wondered why she was doing this. She claimed she just wanted to help her mom gain creative control from Tracy (Jane Elliot) rather than full ownership, and begged Jason to keep quiet about it, which he agreed to for now.
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WHERE IS SCOTT?
On Monday, Shriner also took to X and said, “I think Kelly Kruger is doing a great job on General Hospital, and she and Lynn Herring work well together.” That was followed by comments in his thread about the show needing to bring back Scott too.
In fact, back on August 25, Shriner also took to X with a reminder that Scott is still around and ready to come back to Port Charles, sharing, “Scotty Baldwin always fits in he just needs the right sport coat !!!!”
The last time Serena mentioned her father Scott was when Kruger made her debut and informed Lucy that her father was, “living his best life in Key West.” Meanwhile, Shriner posts on his X account continually and shared back on August 2, that it has been 49 years since he made his on-screen debut as then teenaged, Scotty Baldwin and thanked the fans for al the love and support.
So, now let us know, are you enjoying Kelly Kruger as Serena Baldwin? Do you want to see GH bring back Scott Baldwin into the story, so Serena has both her parents in Port Charles? Do you like the potential of Jason and Serena pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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