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‘General Hospital’s’ Rory Gibson Opens Up About Falling on Hard Times After Being Let Go by ‘The Young and the Restless’
Before Rory Gibson won everyone’s hearts as the new Michael Corinthos on General Hospital in 2025, from 2021-2023, he played the role of Sharon and Nick’s son, Noah Newman on The Young and the Restless, where he essentially went from contract to recurring to never seen again on the CBS soap opera.
Now, on the latest episode of Maurice Benard’s (Sonny Corinthos, GH) mental health You Tube series, State of Mind, the three-time Daytime Emmy-winning star welcomed his new TV son to the hot seat where they discussed a myriad of topics including; Rory’s tough upbringing and the difficult challenges he faced when he became an out of work actor smack dab around the time of the SAG/AFTRA actors strike in 2023.
For the first time publicly, Gibson opened up about the subject, and how he and his longtime girlfriend and fiancée, Alicia Ruela fell on very hard times, and how things ended at Y&R.
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Rory shared, “Things got real, real bumpy for a while because we hit the strikes. I’ve never shared this publicly, but me and my fiancée (Alicia Ruela) were essentially homeless.”
Next, Gibson elaborated, “I was doing Y&R and then I went recurring, and I was working here and there for a little while. Then, I booked one really big one – a small role in like the Zack Snyder movie (Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire). I was pumped on it. Then, I kept testing for these big projects. I kept testing. I’m (feeling I’m) on the right road, and the (actors) strikes hit, and everything shuts down. Simultaneously, I’m not getting called in for Y&R anymore. So, all of a sudden everything goes dry. I already wasn’t making a ton of money. It got to a point where she (Alicia) was modeling professionally and that dried up too. Neither of us were making any money and we couldn’t afford a rent, and we had to bounce out. We were couch-surfing for almost a year.”
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Gibson then recalled how things began to get back on track, “So that was most of 2023 and then in 2024, I ended up getting back to work as a trainer at Barry’s Bootcamp gym. It like I was resetting in a strange way. I started working there again, started doing my thing, and the industry was still really slow. Slowly, it started to pick up and life got kind of comfortable again. It was this weird acceptance of like, I’m pursuing the thing that I love (acting) and that I want to do, and that I want to make something out of my my life with, and I want to enjoy what I do while simultaneously having to accept the fact that its going to come with a lot of trials and tribulations.”
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Reflecting back on hitting almost rock bottom and being scrappy and keeping his dreams alive, Rory added, “In hindsight, you look back on it and say, ‘If I hadn’t essentially been let go from Y&R and say, if I hadn’t had to couch surf for a year, and if I wasn’t broke, and I didn’t have to go through all the other stuff too,” that perhaps what awaited him wouldn’t have come.
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Gibson explained, “It was just through the past five or six years of these really big ups, and then here were a lot of really lows. We lost a lot of people, and we lost dogs, and it was a weird time, but then especially getting off of Y&R, and being broke, and trying to figure everything out. Say I was still doing that show (Y&R) and everyone there is lovely. I appreciate them beyond belief. They gave me my first big job, but maybe things would’ve been the same. I wasn’t feeling terribly fulfilled over there. It wasn’t the most ideal situation for me. Whereas now (at General Hospital) it kind of does feel that way. I feel extremely fulfilled.”
You can check out the full conversation between Rory and Maurice on State of Mind below.
So, what are your thoughts on Rory Gibson opening up and sharing what many people have gone through at one time in their lives when they fall on hard times? What did you think about the sentiments he expressed, that in a way, he was not feeling fulfilled with what they were giving him to play as Noah Newman in high contrast to now being front and center as Michael Corinthos on General Hospital? Let us know in the comment section.
I’m glad things are better for him.
Feel bad to hear about his bout with being homeless And yand r so misused him they way they’ve done to 100 others! Even though I don’t watch gh I wish him nothing but the best in the role of Michael Corinthos
Agree!
It actually seems that Y and R doesn’t know what to do with ANY of the characters in the younger generation(s)
I’m 54, and I was just at a fantastic family destination wedding this weekend. The Father of the Bride being my Cousin Once Removed, and the Bride being my second cousin. I was able to enjoy talking with the grandparents, parents generation, bride and groom’s generation since they are literally 25 years younger than me, as well as have some fun with the little ones who were there. That’s 5 generations of enjoyment, and many many stories were told as we all got to know each other with awesome fun and celebration.
I simply do not understand why anyone under 35/40 years of age is not featured. Don’t we need some young love stories for future weddings and babies rather than corporate mergers and acquisitions???
Anyways, you GO Rory!!! You ROCK as Michael on GH, and so glad you you have new beginnings on all accounts, both personal and professional. Keep up that fantastic job!!!
So glad you had a nice time at wedding ! It seems they don’t understand the name of the show is young and the restless . At a recent party for Nikki not one of her grandchildren was in attendance except Claire who became there grandchild 15 minutes ago ! They are certainly not writing for the future
And they just killed off Chance and Damien (and Cole – to ultimately become a grandfather to Claire’s kids). None of it makes any sense. At least GH understands the need for drama around young love and have developed the younger generations, and Rory as Michael will definitely help continue that.
Happy you had a wonderful time at the wedding, Margherita.
I’m a talker and hope i’m civil to you also everyone who read it. I don’t meant to be rude or cold. Sorry for that!
I don’t agree with Claire it is in her right to be there but you have good point on not inviting Nikki’s other grandchildren on the party. It’s not the first time
At a recent party for Nikki not one of her grandchildren was in attendance except Claire who became there grandchild 15 minutes ago ! They are certainly not writing for the future
Remember the anniversary of Victor and Nikki. Neither of grandchildren of them were there just Harrison who isn’t their grandson. The anniversary didn’t finish it was all about kidnapping Harrison & Summer and Kyle right away. To me it was bad.
Foreign fans were roasting Y&R because they didn’t do research on the adoption in foreign. Major fans sided I saw and other fans were insulting them. It was nasty!
But I wanna keep it positive. Team Rory/Michael(GH)
Agree, His story about being homeless moved me. He is magic in GH and has chemistry with everyone. I’m a fan of him but indeed Y&R misused Rory. Did it with Kelsey too as other. Picked AL/MM over it where a lot of actors and actress were pushed back previous years in stories. Now AL/CF are gone too. I feel bad for them because the Skyle fanbase/fans and media behaviour that ruined for everyone. They never get called out but attacking people personal who spoke against them. The same people are doing it with Haley Erin that doesn’t like something they see.
The world is full of crueilty what cruelity or obsessive nature can do to people over a soap, ship and character you love. That others don’t like or like instead of enjoying while those who act do/tries their best. If we had no soaps what would we watch then.
Y&R has not known what to do with the character of Noah, since he became an adult. Which is a shame, because he could be a positive voice and a new generation of the Newmans. I am glad things are going well for Rory Gibson. From what I hear, he is killing it as Michael.
Rory Gibson was only cast in the role of Noah when Michael Mealor quit as Kyle Abbott, and when Mealor came back, Josh Griffith clearly had no need to keep Gibson in the role of Noah.
Two different characters and two different families. Y&R is in need of young blood and storylines. If a person has the talent and given the opportunity, they can shine. Anyway, it’s great that things have turned around for Rory Gibson.
I respect Scotts comment, but well put. Lewis. Y&R wasted Alison Lanier and Connor Floyd. They could have done more with characters they played. I saw chemistry of both and saw why the fans loved them too much. You know with storylines and finallly a Newman/Chancellor blood. There is enough Newman/Abbott blood. Harrison and Dominic aren their bio children. They still can do that by undoing Chance death. Recast Chance and Summer so they can find happiness. Y&R need a new producer other than Griffith and good writers. To end this! I love how GH and fans embraced Rory.
Two different characters and two different families. Y&R is in need of young blood and storylines. If a person has the talent and given the opportunity, they can shine. Anyway, it’s great that things have turned around for Rory Gibson.
As a fan of GH. I know a lot in en outs on Y&R. It was repeatability about Michael Mealor/Alison Lanier. Summer and Kyle. It will be again if Y&R recast Summer with a new actress. I know how fans are feeling for not giving Rory neither Kelsey. AL Neither CF a chance for their character they play. The pairing which fans love to grow. Those who are attacking other over something they like or Claire& Kyle. Is low level.
Rory Gibson was only cast in the role of Noah when Michael Mealor quit as Kyle Abbott, and when Mealor came back, Josh Griffith clearly had no need to keep Gibson in the role of Noah.
I don’t like Willow and Michael. Each to his own but I don’t attack their fans or other over opinions or such. Not like that!
I don’t see anyone attacking anyone here. ???
Thrilled to watch Rory as Michael. The experiences that he had to endure made
him the fabulous actor he is now!!! Seeing
Emmy in his future!!!
Well said
I am glad things worked out for him; I slowly warmed to him on The Young and the Restless (although Robert Adamson held my heart), and when Chad Duell (whom I loved) announced his exit from the role of Michael on General Hospital, I had a small chance of hope Adamson would reprise the role again (my dream Michael recast), but alas, Rory Gibson came into the role and has smashed my expectations. He was meant to be in the role of Michael. Meant to be.
Wow! High praise indeed coming from you- loved the build up. I agree with your every word.
Happy for Rory Gibson! He’s good at GH Love Michael. I’m a GH fan.
I’ve read negative things overall about Y&R mainly fans/fanbase. Fans have right to judge a fanbase and media. Fans have right to complain about a fanbase and media. Major fans were victimized and were personally attack by fans huge/small followings or not, the fanbase over an opinion because they didn’t like Skyle. Because fans felt AL/MM were given to much attention, stories and publicty over other favorites actors or characters who were less given a story. Because of this Rory Gibson and Kelly wang are gone as Allie & Noah who were never given a chance. fans felt. Because of this Alison Lanier and Connor floyd are gone because fans liked Summer and Chance who also was never given a chance. Fans felt. It was about Skyle. The same fans, Summer and Kyle fans doing it again with Haley Erin because they don’t like Claire and Kyle. I like them together. Blame the show at the fullest but mostly the fans/fanbase/media played a role for hurting other fans.
People get you are fan of ships or not. But If you can’t take no or disagreement for a answer that people want something different then don’t watch! But this attacking personally crosses a line which never has been called out.
I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason; good or bad. Everything happens in God’s time. I am glad you are getting back on track. You are killing the roll of Michael. The fans gain and others loss.
His story moved me still and is killiing the role as Michael indeed. I agree with your comment.
Y&R has someone young talented as Michael Mealor too. I feel he isn’t on the right place and the show is wasting him so much while i see more in him. Same as Alison Lanier. Put her on Days!!
The bold and the beautiful has talented actors/actresses too. B&B is destroying them while they giving everything they can in a bad storyline =(
I saw that episode of State of Mind. Appreciated his honesty and love Rory as Michael. He deserves all good experiences after what he went through.The cream rises to the top.
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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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