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GENERAL HOSPITAL: The “Returns” of Cyrus, Esme, and the Arrival of Valentin
A trio of familiar faces made the Friday, December 5 episode of General Hospital a memorable one; some in a nightmare, and someone actually alive who have been on the run.
In story, Laura (Genie Francis) has a nightmare while sleeping on the couch that her dead brother, Cyrus (Jeff Kober) shows up at her door with the murder weapon, the gun, that killed Professor Dalton. Cyrus tells his sister to take responsibility for her actions before it’s too late. A bewildered Laura is stunned to see and hear from her brother.
Just then, the very dead Esme Prince (Avery Pohl) joins the nightmare when she comes down the staircase. She lays into Laura for her lies and not taking care of her son, Ace, because of what she did to Dalton. Laura wakes up just as Kevin (Jon Lindstrom) comes home, and she informs her husband of the visit she received earlier from Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and his blackmail attempt.
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LIFE IS BUT A DREAM, ERR NIGHTMARE
Laura tells Kevin that Sidwell has a photograph and implicating evidence of her and Sonny (Maurice Benard) looking into the trunk of her car with a dead Dalton in blood stuffed in it. She explains that Cyrus and Esme showed up in her nightmare, which concerns Kevin (and we all know about Laura’s past mental stability).
Kevin says if she were to come forward, she’d have to think about Ace and what would happen to him. Laura also worries what will happen and be the fate of Sonny, for surely, Sidwell is going to go after him too. Just then, Sidwell has shown up at Sonny’s and shows his adversary the photographic evidence he has. Sidwell tells Sonny that he wants the piers and the mobster’s full cooperation.
Sidwell also threatens Sonny that if anything were to happen to him, or his son, Marco, the gun which has Laura’s DNA all over it will be sent to the police along with the photos. Sidwell is certain Sonny will protect his friend Laura at all costs. After Sidwell exits, Laura calls Sonny and he promises her they will figure out what to do next.
SPIES
Meanwhile after Brennan (Chris McKenna) spends an uneasy Thanksgiving with Carly (Laura Wright), he heads back to the WSB headquarters and summons Josslyn (Eden McCoy). They have a terse conversation where Brennan is upset with her for her relationship with Vaughan; while Josslyn brings up his relationship with her mother. When Jack also brings up her loyalty, Josslyn says she joined the WSB to do good and not put innocent people like Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) in danger. Brennan says Sidwell needs to be stopped and that the WSB wants his technology. When Josslyn questions why would the WSB need it or how they plan to use it, Brennan clams up. Next, he gets an upsetting call.
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Cut to: Carly hears an intruder at her house and goes to get a fire poker and when she turns around a scuffed up Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) is standing in front of her, clearly having escaped from Steinmauer maximum security prison. Is this the beginning of the end for Jack Brennan? Will Valentin and Carly step up their plan to bring the g
A HELPING HAND
Finally, a drunk Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) is taken back to her room at Bobbie’s by Jason (Steve Burton). She is crying and flailing and falling apart, and kicking Jason out of her room so she can take her medication via injection. But, she is too drunk to do it herself, and all of the syringes and vials go all over the floor. Crying, Jason helps Britt to the bed, and he prepares and injects her with the medication to control her Huntington’s disease. Next, he tucks Britt into bed and she passes out. So, Jason decides to stay the night in a chair to keep watch on her.
So, did you enjoy seeing Avery Pohl, and Jeff Kober back on your screens as Esme and Cyrus, even though they were in Laura’s nightmare? Would you like GH to write that Esme is actually alive and well and never drowned at sea, to challenge Laura for custody of Ace, if Laura were to wind up behind bars for “killing” Sidwell?
What did you think of the return of James Patrick Stuart as Valentin? Do you hope Valentin will now stay in Port Charles and help Carly take down Jack once and for all? And, what did you think of the Britt and Jason scenes? Clearly, Jason cares deeply for her, but will she ever let him in her heart, or is it that she just can’t bare the thought of losing him, if something were to happen to her? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
Although I don’t like the character Esme, I think the actress who played her Avery Pohl did a very good job! I would like to see her back to cause more havoc on the show, also would like Spencer to be alive! I think the soap was a lot more interesting when these characters were on, bring back the conflicts between Trina,Esme and Spencer!!!
Only if Esme could get rid of Drew FOR GOOD.
The writers would have to show a good reason why esme would want to hurt drew?
Agree
Yes Esme should come back
Not for long unless there is a good story for her.
No more Esme or Cyrus!
These writers need to give it up and stop bringing the dead back to life. Next it will be Professor Dalton. Come on‼️
I could write better storylines.
They were in Laura’s dream for one episode – not brought back to life.
The character esme is an decent actress but I don’t think I want her to come back
Kudos to the GH team for keeping the appearances of Kober and Pohl from leaking out. Esme’s appearance was particularly surprising
I knew about Kober but totally surprised by Pohl
No cant stand either one of them. When will spencer join
returning cast members
Better question is when will Dex? I miss him. Joss misses him.
Jesus Christ get over it already.
Never!
I guess therapy doesn’t work for everyone.
If you’re referring to me, the only thing that will work is if they bring Dex back. All I want for Christmas is to have Dex back! To have Dex back! To have Dex back!
Looks like you’ll be getting coal in your stocking again this year.
She or he needs it desperately.
Stop using God’s name in vein
Stop using Dex’s name in vain!
It would have been nice if spencer comes back there is no chemistry between kai and trina
Well, good! This must mean Anna will be coming back soon to work with Valentine. She is needed!
Loved seeing them
All back, and kudos for keeping it under wraps. Soaps are so much more enjoyable when the big reveals and surprises go off as planned.
Wouldn’t mind seeing Esme and Cyrus back full time. Miss em both.
Agree
Let exime stay dead
She’s not dead. Trust me, I would know!
Cyrus is here, of course. Problem is, he’s so delusional he actually thinks he made it to Heaven, and it’s just an unusually warm summer. And all the angels wear red for some reason.
I am disappointed that Laura is falling apart about finding doltons body in her car come on remember how Laura and Luke use to avoid people who use to want them dead in thosedays they always have a bag pack because they were always on the run sorry about those errors.
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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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