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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Sam’s Loved Ones Mourn Her Death
ABC’s General Hospital continued to bring another tearjerker of an episode on Monday November 4th on the heels of the sudden passing of Sam McCall as played by longtime fan favorite, Kelly Monaco. This will mark the first full week that Monaco will no longer be seen on the show as part of the cast that she called home for 21 years.
In the wake of Sam’s death, her children, Scout (Cosette Abinante) and Danny (Asher Antonyzyn), try to cope with the loss of their mother in their own way, while Dante’s (Dominic Zamprogna) son, Rocco (Finn Carr), who for all intent and purposes was to become Sam’s stepson, is reeling from her death and blaming himself for thinking that if only one person had to survive the liver transplant surgery he hoped it would be his mom, Lulu.
One of the key people in Sam’s life had yet to learn the news of her death, and that was Spinelli (Bradford Anderson). In story, Jason (Steve Burton), in tears, came to see Maxie (Kirsten Storms) and Spinelli and informed them of Sam’s heart attack. Spinelli can’t accept that Sam is gone, as he recalls how she was the first to give him a chance and actually see him. In a very touching moment, Jason says that because of Sam, he has Spinelli and Maxie’s friendship for life. Later, Jason hugs Spinelli before he leaves as the two men are in tears. Spinelli and Maxie are left to deal with their grief.
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Back at the hospital chapel, Rocco continues to blame himself and Laura (Genie Francis) tell hims that if Sam were there, she wouldn’t blame him, so he shouldn’t blame herself. Laura goes on to say that everyone has thoughts and negative feelings, even her. Meanwhile, Drew (Cameron Mathison) finds Scout coloring and comes to see his little girl to assure her that he won’t lie to her, and things will be tough but she has a whole house of Quartermaines, and Alexis and Jason to help her through this and she will never be alone.
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Danny is with Carly (Laura Wright). He is also grappling with his mother’s death, but trying to be strong for his sister as Carly listens to him as he organizes Halloween candy. Eventually, Carly asks Danny if it’s OK for her to give him a hug, which he allows as Jason comes to see his son. Danny runs into Jason’s arms in grief.
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Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) is just heartbroken and after telling the remainder of the Davis girls: Kristina (Kate Mansi) and Molly (Kristen Vaganos), about the passing of theie sister and then has a meltdown of her own. She can’t catch her breathe and can’t understand why this has happened and why she is now going to outlive her daughter as it should not be like this. Eventually, the grieving women bond together and decide to head to the hospital to try to find out any news on the investigation into Sam’s death.
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Dante is beside himself at the hospital and being comforted by his dad, Sonny Corinthos. He says, “Tell me how I’m going to live without her.” He goes on to share that if it were not for Sam he wouldn’t be alive. She got him through his PTSD episode, and helped him regain his life. Now, Dante feels wracked with guilt as he relates that he waited too long to propose to her. He wanted her to be his wife and now it’s all for nothing. At the conclusion of the episode, Rocco comes off the elevator with Laura and runs into the arms of Dante and the two hug in their grief over Sam.
What did you think of the scenes featuring how Scout, Danny and Rocco are trying to cope with the loss of Sam? The Davis girls? Jason, Spinelli and Maxie? Did you continue to reach for the hankies? Share your thoughts in the comment section below. But first check out the moment where Spinelli and Maxie learn from Jason that Sam is gone.
Spinelli sobbing got me more then anyone. I really wanted Alexis to look at Molly and say, I understand WHY Kristina is so devastated about losing this baby. It’s primal. But hopefully it ends the Davis girl feud and Molly sees past her own grief, seeing it in her mother. For God’s sake bring back Blaze and give Kristina some happiness from all this loss. Get the Davis family in Therapy
Here’s my question, is Jason now gonna become Mr.Mom? Scout got Drew which isn’t much but at least he’s not a criminal, Is Jason gonna prioritize Danny or is he as usual just gonna be Sonny and Carly bitch boy? Regardless, Sam dying blows big time, I’m tired of these writers and Producers, they need to be replaced.
Good luck, Michael, coming up with your power performance of the week! GH has, by my count, about eight of ’em this week! Start with those amazing kids!
Nancy Grahn threw me—She touched me like no other.. Her pain was tangible —and, may I say—she still looks amazing without makeup. She takes the prize!!
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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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