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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Rory Gets Hooked, Ava’s Stunned by Nikolas’ Latest ‘Bombshell’
Thursday’s episode of General Hospital featured great performances by Maura West and Nicholas Alexander Chavez. Meanwhile, we finally got some ‘hook’ action and things don’t look so good for Officer Rory Cabrera (Michael Blake Kruse) when all was said and done.
In story, Jordan (Tanisha Harper) is concerned that Rory’s shift at the PCPD had ended, but he was nowhere to be found. Meanwhile, Rory, who is at the apartment in the ‘hook’ file, fires his gun when just then the hook strikes! Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) rushes on to the scene and finds one man down from a gunshot wound, and then Rory, who stumbles out of the other room and says, it was “the hook”.
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Rory is severely injured and bleeding out, and Dante and the officers with him decide not to wait for the paramedics and take Rory to the hospital themselves.
Meanwhile, Nikolas (Marcus Coloma) shows up at Ava’s (Maura West) gallery and is about to enact his plan. He hands Ava divorce papers. Ava thinks Victor (Charles Shaughnessy) is behind this. A confused Ava thought they were moving past their troubles and doesn’t understand what is motivating Nikolas to do this to them. Nikolas tells Ava’s he’s been unfaithful to her, yet again, and this time with Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). But there’s more he says, Liz is pregnant with his child. Now we all know months from now, Liz and Nikolas’ plan will blow up in their faces … or will it sooner than that?
Ava is shattered and begins questioning Nikolas, what he got from Elizabeth that he couldn’t get from her … a child? He says the sex was an accident, but he won’t be responsible for failing another child of his, so he wants her to sign the divorce papers. An angry Ava throws a letter opener at the legal papers. As he leaves, Nikolas swears he never meant to hurt Ava. Honestly, is Nikolas become the biggest doofus in Port Charles?
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Spencer (Nicholas Alexander Chavez) who has just punched Dex (Evan Hofer), exits Kelly’s Diner and runs into Trina (Tabyana Ali). The two sit and talk. Spencer explains he was just standing up for his friends with that punch, and then informs Trina he is leaving Port Charles. He goes to say there is nothing keeping him in town as he has made so many mistakes here. Just as ‘Sprina’ seems to be beginning to work through some feelings, Curtis (Donnell Turner) shows up with the news that Rory is in critical condition at GH.
Finn (Michael Easton), Portia (Brooke Kerr) and Elizabeth work to save Rory’s life, injecting him with the anti-venom to help him from the ‘hook’ poison. When Spencer, Josslyn (Eden McCoy), Cameron (William Lipton) and Trina all arrive at GH, Portia tells Trina that Rory has a lost a lot of blood.
An emotional Trina runs to the gurney to see Rory. He takes off his oxygen mask long enough to tell her, that he knows it was too soon to tell her how he felt about her, but he’s glad he did. Next thing you know, he codes.
So, what did you think about Rory getting the hook? Will he be revived? What do you think of the story Nikolas and Elizabeth are spinning because of Esme supposedly pregnant with Nikolas’ child? What did you think of the performances of Maura West and Nicholas Alexander Chavez? Share your thoughts in the comment section. But first, watch a key part of the showdown between Ava and Nikolas below.
I was interrupted from listening to GH today, but could watch while on mute. After reading the summary I haven’t even bothered to see a YouTube repeat of today. What a disappointment most GH stories have turned into for me. And no amount of good acting can change that. Now for a good finale, Brooke and other wife on B&B giving Ridge his walking papers together was great. Hope the ladies can stay true to them.
I do agree with you, Rose—-the stupid, senseless intricacies of the Nikolas/Ava/Esme/ Elizabeth/Finn plot is not a mouth-watering delicacy—-Albeit, so glad to see Lizzie’s and Finn’s “interlude” end. He gets on my last nerve—
So, Rory wasn’t the hook—or was he? The hook itself was raised pretty high—a copy cat? I know it’s supposedly a woman—-could there be two “Hookers”? Ryan is still on my mind!!
Oh, one more thing—Trina’s emotional state was so forced—-and her crying was not a pretty or convincing sight. Just sayin’.
Hi Celia…You’ve always been suspicious of Rory. There is something about him that seemed too perfect. I’m not sure he was the “ hooker,” but why did he stumble out of the back room when Dante broke down the door? Did the police ever check the back room for anyone else? Was the guy Rory shot the “hooker? I don’t remember anyone finding the hook on the floor. ”I just can’t see it being a woman. It would take a lot of strength. On the other had there was always the poison on the hook to finish the job. Holly knew how to get drugs, but she’s not the “hooker.” The only one I can think of would be Esme’s former nanny. But she hasn’t appeared as a character.
Trina’s not always very convincing. And she shouldn’t have rushed to talk to him when she was told not to. Who knows, she may have hastened his dying by doing so. One other thing that bothers me is why GH characters chose to walk down the pier when the “hooker” hasn’t been caught. And at night sometimes.
To be honest, Rose—I’m not even sure the writers have a “hook” in mind—they’re probably gathering ideas from our comments, LOL.
I wonder what possessed Rory to look into the file Jordan handed him. Whatever was in it compelled him to go to “that” apartment. I’m somewhat confused by that—
Would it be too out-of-reach to think that because Rory was the hook, he wanted to see who the copy cat was? One way or another, at the risk of upsetting those who liked him, Rory did not strike me as sincere. As you said, he was just too sweetly perfect—his quiet demeanor and indulgence actually gave me pause—and the creeps.
I like the idea of the nanny, whom you mention. We haven’t met her, yet—but, that’s OK—it adds to the mystery. It could also be Heather, but she’s tall—the hook is supposedly petit(e), like Rory. And, the earring is a clue of sorts. Did he pull it off the “hook” or was it his when he went “hooking”(LOL), and forgot it in his pocket? I am most likely so wrong about Rory—we shall see…
Why was he killed off, I wonder? I hope it’s not to open the door for Spenser!! Please, no, no no!! He and Trina do not a spicy couple make. She is so bland—I wish original Trina were still around. She just had it all !!—Also, Rose– Dex and Joss? Ewwww—did you take a look at his hands? My thirteen-year-old has bigger hands. It’ll be a really mismatched union made in Purgatory–hands reaching, waiting to get out.
Now, Carly—all this hate towards Nina—Carly tops any and all evil. She’s “gonna” get hers from all sides!!
Elizabeth saying she.is pregnant is a true head-scratcher! She is trying to protect Esme? For what????!!! She and Doofus ruin the lives of the two people they supposedly love!
I’ve never been sweet, nice Liz fan. She is sure being featured now from revelations about her parents, Finn, and now getting involved with Nikolas and Esme that can effect even her boyzs. She is always getting herself into trouble since day one. And get over herself re her dad and mom.
rose,
No fan here either and right now she’s acting dumber than I’ve ever seen her and all for what? Seriously, someone explain it to me!
Lew S,
My question exactly. Why is she protecting both of these people. It’s just prolonging the agony, especially telling and letting the dummy tell Ava such a stupid lie.
Yeah I don’t get that either. I missed something, when did Liz tell nick her pregnancy story? For the record I liked Finn and Liz in the beginning, but they have really messed them up. I did love the 2 or so episodes with Liz and her dad.
As far as the hook goes I want it to be esme, and Celia’s questions about rory were on my mind too.
Been waiting all week for a new GH thread to discuss what’s been all over soap Twitter – the yet-to-be confirmed rumor that Marcus Coloma is out as Nikolas. While I don’t wish anyone to be out of a job, this is a move that is overdue. The character of Nikolas has been unrecognizable, and only a small part of that blame goes to the writers.
Just today, Maura West (who always brings it without chewing the scenery) made us feel Ava’s pain. Nikolas was there but didn’t make viewers feel anything one way or another. As a legacy character, Nik is someone I want to care about again. Bring in a leading man (it won’t be Tyler) and let the sparks fly!
Elsewhere, over the past month, Elizabeth has gone from the back burner to being on every day. Herbst makes the manure they throw her way much more palatable. Not sure this story is what viewers had in mind when we were clamoring for her to be featured more. At least they’ve broken up the lackluster pairing of Liz & Finn.
Rory – we hardly knew you – but hey, that’s okay. The character started out with a lot of potential but the actor got a more lucrative role and went to recurring. The writing was on the wall. He’ll be forgotten just like Dev and Dustin in a few weeks.
And Free Cam – he deserves better.
If Tyler Christopher wants to return as Nikolas, then bring him in. If not, the character can go back to Cassadine Island for a while. No more recasts, for Hell’s sake!. It’s completely realistic that Nikolas might want to disappear right about now, given all this mess with Esme, which now has Liz & Ava dragged into it, and all the fake stories about who knocked up who. So maybe he leaves town for a little bit, and when he comes back to Port Charles in a few months, he will look & act a little more like his old self. And hopefully he will find his former stepfather Luke & former brother in law Jason in the dungeon & bring them back with him.
As for Rory…. it certainly looks like he was done for at the end of today’s show…. I have to say I’m a little disappointed that he was never revealed to be an Alcazar family plant in the PCPD.
Like your suggestion about having an Alcazar connection.
Tyler returning is not up to Frank. He’d have to seriously lobby Disney corporate about the insurance risk and its related budget implications.
I could see Nikolas go away for a bit. That might ensure Lulu coming out of her 2-year coma in time for the end of February sweeps. Laura has to have one child on the canvas.
Super unhappy if Rory is off the show. I am one of the few who adores his character and prefers Trina with Rory. I had a thought that maybe Rory injured himself because he is the hook killer and it has gone awry but I don’t want Rory to be the hook killer. I have always wanted Esme to be the hook killer but now think it’s Eileen.
Maura and Nicholas both really deserve Emmy nominations and definitely a win for Chavez – it will be interesting to see if he submits in lead or supporting as he isn’t eligible for Younger Performer this year. There are other actresses who I also love for Best Actress, particularly Cynthia Watros, but Maura would be a great choice and it would make up for her being robbed twice by CBS actresses in the category in her recent nominations bids.
General Hospital is my favorite show. Not everything on the show works, they really need to move stories along and stop making every single storyline a mystery to the audience but I love the show the most of the remaining four daytime soaps.
There is still the possibility Rory is the “Hooker”, afterall, Richard. I’ve always suspected him—but, the thought faded, then it came back, then faded—it’s a vicious circle. LOL.
I’m with you, Richard. I really liked Rory, an uncommonly NICE person.. a rarity on soaps. I read somewhere that Michael has been cast on CHICAGO PD, so at least he won’t be unemployed. But I’ll miss his sweet face and kind manner.
I too like Rory, and it was nice seeing an asian character but what does GH do? they kill him off, dissappointing, for sure, and on another note I can’t stand Joslyn drooling all over big head Dex they are making her into Carly 2.0. how predictable for her to go for the “bad boy”. Cameron deserves better, they should bring Emma back to the show, isn’t she in college now? come on GH. Bring back Emma.
aria,
Joslin is certainly growing up just like her mother. She’s outgrown Cameron for quite a while now. He’s more boy than man right now and Joss sees that, I know he’ll be very hurt when he sees the light. Joss is leading him on the same way her girlfriend did with Rory.
I’m sure it didn’t help Rory the way they stood him up and dragged him out on his feet like that, they could have carried him, there was enough men.
Really disappointed that they killed off Rory ): They didn’t develop his character enough but I loved him anyway. GH has a problem with having such a large cast and yet they obsess over their worst characters (Sonny and Carly, and now Drew) instead of giving interesting storylines to so many talented performers on their canvas. Rory was interesting and had real potential. The only good news is that it looks like he wasn’t the hook killer, unless we are being led down a garden path (they didn’t actually show what happened).
I hope Michael Blake Kruse gets better roles elsewhere. He deserved so much better than what GH gave him for opportunities to shine.
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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