General Hospital
GH’s Sofia Mattsson Reveals Surprise Reaction to Learning Cody Was Sasha’s Cousin & Pays Tribute to Johnny Wactor
To say that Sasha Corbin’s (Sofia Mattsson) life since she had been in Port Charles has been pretty traumatic is an understatement. After losing the love of her life, Brando (the late Johnny Wactor), and their baby Liam, she tried to soldier on. Along the way before and after her romance with Brando, she was addicted to drugs, lied about being Nina’s (Cynthia Watros) daughter and more.
In more recent times, Sasha fell in love with Cody Bell (Josh Kelly), only to find out in a twist, he is actually her cousin, when it was revealed that she is the biological daughter of Holly Sutton (Emma Samms) and Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers). Cody is the son of Robert’s brother, Mac Scorpio (John J. York).
After learning of that intel, the fallout found Sasha hitting the sheets with Michael (Chad Duell) and becoming pregnant with his child. No one knows he is the true baby daddy, and Michael is in Germany being treated for third degree burns from being caught in the explosion at Sonny’s (Maurice Benard) penthouse.
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Now, Sasha does not want to cause any issues down the line with Michael getting some form of custody with his other children as his marriage to Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) fell apart due to her affair with Drew. Enter Jason (Steve Burton), who is stepping in to claim to be the baby’s father!
This week, Sofia Mattsson opened up about the recent story turns in the life of General Hospital’s Sasha on an all-new episode of the Daily Drama podcast hosted by her GH co-stars, Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson (Spinelli)
Sofia recalled how she found out the shocking news that Sasha and Cody would wind up as cousins thus suddenly ending their romance. “I remember the day,” recalled Mattsson. “I was having some fun scenes with Cody, some flirty stuff, and I talked to Frank Valentini (executive producer, GH), who said, “Oh, yeah. You’re going to get pregnant.” I just assumed with Cody, and Frank says, “With Michael!” I was like, “What? I’m with this guy’ And then it all just happened from there so quickly …”
As soaps story can often change on a dime, Sofia added, “We (she and Josh Kelly) were filming a scene when we were about to get romantically together and that was the day we found out. It impacted us both so much to know that’s what’s going to happen.”
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As to Cody’s recent reaction and blurting out all over town that Jason is the father of Sasha’s unborn baby, Burton acknowledged, “All he saw was my (Jason) hand on her (Sasha) stomach and assumed I was the dad. Is Cody the sharpest tool in the shed, or no? We’re not sure!” Mattsson added, “Everyone one thinks that Jason is the father now. I think he (Cody) is still a little in love (with her).
Mattsson shared also s on Sasha’s hook-up with Michael, that it was a, “Totally stupid mistake, but thankfully Willow and Drew (Cameron Mathison) are acting so badly its overshadowing what we did. But we were pretty bad too. ”
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In a touching moment on the podcast, Sofia remembered working with Johnny Wactor, who was tragically murdered back on May of 2024. Mattson shared, “I miss him so much, we had an epic (on-screen) love story. My favorite of all-time. I loved him so much. We had baby Liam that died and it was so sad, and he (Johnny) was the best actor. Everyone is amazing, but I loved working with him.”
You can watch the full chat with Sofia below.
Now weigh-in; do you like how the story changed directions and that GH ended Sasha’s relationship with Cody by making them cousins, only to have her become pregnant with Michael’s child, with now Jason pretending to be her baby daddy? Is this all leaning towards Jason and Sasha falling in love? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
Sofia is a true lady with a lot of class not what the writers throw st her.
Did anyone else catch Sasha said the baby is due in July to the private investigator with the dog on Thursday show… I guess babies only need 6 months to be born on GH.
Has everyone forgotten that she’d still be a wealthy gal, if her bitch of a mother-in-law hadn’t squandered and spent all her money, she had aquired. She could have bought Cody’s land for him.Its too bad, the writers ruined that whole story line, they could have been a great couple, and please, someone tell me ,what good or better came out of this mess.
As gross as Willow and Drew are … Jason claiming to be the father of Sasha’s baby is just as gross! And stupid!!!
First, he is old enough to be Sasha’s father. On Air, Jason graduated high school in 1993. That’s 32 years ago, which is just about Sasha and Michael’s age on the show.
Second, Jason is a little bit long in the tooth to be playing baby daddy for anyone!
Third … Jason has his own children that he has deserted and abandoned and stayed away from to “protect” them from his murderous mob lifestyle. So why would he claim to be the father of a child that is NOT his? How is that protecting the child?? That is making that baby a target for the mob enemies.
This is a stupid storyline all the way around. The pregnancy, the drunken one night stand, the secrets… that is all good soapy stuff. Why drag Jason into it? This does not make him look like a hero!
This makes him looks like a narcissistic 55 year old man who is trying to stay young and relevant in the lives of people young enough to be his children!
Let the 30 somethings play with 30 somethings, and the over 50 crowd play with the over 50 crowd!!
Right on all accounts
General Hospital
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.
General Hospital
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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