General Hospital
General Hospital’s Tabyana Ali Sends a Message and Stands Up to Online Haters
Following this past weekend’s 51st annual Daytime Emmy Awards, General Hospital’s Tabyana Ali took to X to respond once again to online haters who have continued to post racist comments about her on social media.
Since joining GH back in 2022 as a recast for the role of Trina Robinson, and then venturing into the on-screen inter-racial romance with Spencer Cassadine (played by Nicholas Chavez), Ali has found herself on the receiving end of negative comments.
On Sunday, Tabyana took to her X account and shared these messages, “To anyone that hates me. That’s absolutely fine. I don’t know you and you don’t me but regardless I’m sending you peace, safety, and prosperity… I also pray you touch some grass, see the sun, eat a delicious meal, and find something to do. Peace and love.” She then added, “If you see anybody sending hate, send a ‘
’ so they can reflect on themselves and start becoming the person the Lord intend!”
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Next, she expressed, “Okay this is the last time I’m going to speak on this today but we cannot be feeding in to peoples hate. We cannot be giving it back. We cannot stoop to rude/racist people’s level. It doesn’t help. We are fighting too many wars as it is. I believe we will have our world peace. But we got to find another way to fight. I’ve realized ignoring doesn’t help but neither does giving the energy back. We’re going in circles and that doesn’t get us anywhere. Everybody might not agree with me but thats okay. I just want to let ‘those’ people know, I see you.”
Finally, Tabyana wrote, “Im sorry that this is the away you feel like you have to be seen. I’m sorry that life isn’t happening how you want. But if you found something you loved to do other than hurting people. You would never have the energy to say what you’ve been saying to people ONLINE! I promise life is more beautiful and peaceful and full when you give people and yourself LOVE. I pray you don’t meet God and find yourself disappointed when he shows you the life you could’ve had, if all you had to do was stop giving out that type of energy and just went OUTSIDE!”
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Following her posts, The Gates co-executive producer and writer, Michele Val Jean responded in kind on X and said, “But my question here is – why would anyone hate you?” And by the way, this question is rhetorical. I don’t expect you to answer it. It’s there for the haters to examine their biases about why there would be animosity toward a talented, personable, young black woman for doing her job and taking up space on the planet.”
Share your thoughts on Tabyana’s messages to her online haters who have spewed racist comments her way, and the current social media landscape we all live in, via the comment section below.
My first suggestion is to get off of “X”. Threads is a much better place to be.
She’s been on the receiving end of racist abuse from racist fans from the start. It just keeps getting worse, ignoring it won’t make it go away. Frank.
It’s sickening how fans have treated her on these forms.
People are jealous..
She seems like a very mature, secure, lovely young lady. Also graceful and dignified.
Tabyana has been doing a wonderful job as Trina! I have to wonder why people find it so necessary to write or even speak such mean things. Can only pray for their recovery from whatever affliction they have. In the meantime, this brilliant young lady does not deserve this negativity, so just stop it!
Haters are going to hate, so glad you han
Haters are going to hate, you handled them with dignity!! Do you and forget them, and their pitiful lives!! Would love to see you on the new soap on CBS THE GATES!!!
I am a 75 years young viewer for about 58 years. You are doing a great job and the responses you gave show that outer beauty is not your only beauty!
Frank and ABC need to make a public statement.
They can make statements, but that won’t stop people from being racists unfortunately.
That’s true, but it might mean something to Tabyana.
Good for Tabyana for standing up for herself. People think they can say whatever they want to whoever they want these days, cause they can hide behind their phone or computer screen, and not have to answer for their words. Particularly on that rotten cesspool formerly known as Twitter.
I’ve witnessed some of these disgusting and in some cases outright racist comments about and directed towards Tabyana on social media and various other forums. The ones that have a big problem with a white person and a black person having a romantic relationship, as if we were living in 1950 instead of 2024.
It’s one thing to not like a character on a TV show, everyone has the right to like or dislike whatever they choose to. But when it crosses that line into personal attacks, there should be no room for that anywhere in civilized society.
This is not about “haters”! It’s about racists using dehumanizing speech.
Racists are haters.
Such grace! You got this! God got you!
Well, I am not on any social media except right here on Michael’s “sites”. Tabyana is a mediocre actress. My opinion. It makes me neither a hater nor a racist. If I were, I would not ask for Sydney back to play Trina.
Perhaps, it’s you, Tabyana, who should get off social media. The audience has its preferences. Many like you. Many do not. It’s part of the job.
People are entitled to their opinions, like you expressed here, Celia. Nothing wrong with that. I happen to disagree with you on Tabyana, but that’s ok. People can disagree respectfully, at least they used to be able to, anyway.
It’s the people out there that, unfortunately, can’t keep it just to their opinions and have to cross the line into personal attacks, and yes, racist attacks in some cases. I’ve read some of it with my own eyes, including very recently on another soap forum. I think most actors understand that some people won’t like them or the characters they play. Yes, that’s part of the job. But dealing with hateful personal/racist attacks is not part of any job.
Thank you for your civility, Dan. As you said—we all have our favorites. People can be cruel and it is a shame that racism still exists in this century. I have nothing against this girl. I liked Sydney as Trina. Tabyana does not have that spark of “Je ne sais quoi” for me.
She shouldn’t have to get off social media. Nor should she not clap back at racists trolls. Why don’t YOU get off social media? Flight is not a response to racism and bullying. Naming and shaming is. There are actors and actresses’ on soaps I can’t stand to. I just wish they’d be sent off into the sunset but I don’t post nasty, negative attacks against the actual character portrayers, and no one has a right to EVER do that. You’re a mediocre poster. Now you’re annoyed and ready to clap back. Are you getting it yet?
Isn’t that calling the kettle black? I will not dignify your idiocy with an answer. How old are you?Keep whining, big boy.—stuck in limbo much????? LOL —You seem to share the same whining quality.
Her co-star, Nancy Lee Grahn, should take a lesson from this classy young lady!!
Block them
Those racist people need to get alive. I wonder do they hate themselves. God may all of us and he did not have a favor color. I think life is beautiful and color should not matter. TOO ALL THE RACIST!!!!!!!
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.
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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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