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GH Nurses’ Ball 2023 Part One: The Red Carpet Arrivals Plus Victor Puts His Plan In Motion

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It’s baaccck! The General Hospital Nurses’ Ball has begun. Residents of Port Charles and the viewers-at-home went three years without the annual bash that brings awareness for a good cause, amidst the glitz, glamour and on-stage performances.

With the Covid-19 pandemic mostly in the rear window, GH decided what better way to celebrate their 60th anniversary then to bring back the campy, clever ball that criss-crosses high drama with plenty of entertainment.

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In part one: Sydney Val Jean (guest star and Grey’s Anatomy favorite, Chandra Wilson) wastes no time in giving us the scoop from the red carpet as PC’s finest and most notorious make their way into the ball.  A self-proclaimed GH fan for life, it looked like Wilson was having the time of her life dishing with the likes of Sonny (Maurice Benard), Dex (Evan Hofer), Carly (Laura Wright), Spencer (Nicholas Alexander Chavez), Jordan (Tanisha Harper), Portia (Brooke Kerr) and more in her fictional character.

Meanwhile, Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) needs a distraction from her bone marrow transplant tomorrow, so she and Michael (Chad Duell) stay close on the couch, turn on the TV, and are getting ready to see what’s in store from and by their friends and family.

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But, is there anything better than Lucy (Lynn Herring) throwing shade at Bobbie (Jackie Zeman), Maxie (Kirsten Storms), and anyone else on the red carpet, as her role is thus far completely diminished while she has to hide out in the safe house along with Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) and Anna (Finola Hughes).

Later, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Sam (Kelly Monaco) arrive together, although Sam almost takes a fall during her red carpet entrance, followed by Drew (Cameron Mathison).

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Meanwhile, Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) is backstage making sure everything goes correctly for the musical numbers. Chase walks in and gives her a compliment on how she has made everyone who’s day job is not performing the feeling that they have been doing this forever. The sparks fly between them. However, Linc shows up and ruins the whole thing. Once alone backstage, Linc and Brook Lynn get into it when he threatens her if she pulls anything.  We think she may find herself in peril and Chase will save the day.

Back to the red carpet, now Chase is dressed up and enters with his brother, Finn (Michael Easton), while Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) happens to arrive at the same time.  Finn asks if he could join Liz for the ball, which she says ‘yes’ to his offer.

Before Sydney signs off on the red carpet she reminds us what the Nurses’ Ball is all about – raising awareness and money for HIV/AIDS.  Then, in a touching moment, Maxie’s voice is heard through the loud speakers. She tells the guests a bit about the purpose and history of the ball, and that this one is to also celebrate the hospital’s 60th anniversary.  Just then, the doors open to the ballroom, and the 2023 Nurses’ Ball is about to start!

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Outside is his limo, Victor (Charles Shaughnessy) is met by his henchman.  They have traced Lucy’s whereabouts to the safe house.  A snide Victor relishes this opportunity, because not only will he find a very much alive Lucy, but he will find Anna and Valentin, as well.  “Let the games begin” says Victor as we fade to black.

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Now as far as the Nurses’ Ball fashion, who do you think had the best dress/look going on? We thought: Jordan, Brook Lynn, Nina (Cynthia Watros), Ava (Maura West), and Trina (Tabyana Ali).

Share your thoughts on part one of the 2023 GH Nurses’ Ball in the comment section below.

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all the women look so beautiful in their dresses, they all looked Vogue ready, hope GH photographer took a cast photo of them all because they were killing it.

I don’t understand what they are saying above about Victor tracking Lucy to the safe House. I thought she was somewhere in Port Charles.

Part one lacked a lot of the energy of previous ones. I personally think the gowns all look very similar. The most interesting part is seeing what Victor is up to. Hope it gets better as the week goes on.

There’s way too much glitter and sequins going on the ladies. Reminds me of a Project Runway challenge where they only had access to one rack in Mood.

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but sleeves on an evening gown come a close second. Especially in April in Upstate NY.

Nina wore long sleeves and no sequins. She also looked the best!

Nooooooo

Everyone was beautiful especially Portia!! Ans Ava’s earrings were beyond exquisite. BUT what is up with Jackie Zeman’s hair?? It looks like straw. Would have thought professional hairdresser on set could do something.

Shari,
Please, this is not meant in a bad way, but over the years the hair does get very thin and straw like. A hairpiece would probably be the next best thing.

Agree Violet, but this is TV and hairpieces, wigs, extensions etc are all available and would enhance her look. Jackie Zeman has a great figure and the gown is beautiful on her so I just think they should have spent some time and pulled her look all together from top to bottom.

Shari,
If you read the last sentence of my answer to you, I think that was exactly what I was suggesting, a hairpiece of some sort.

And now, we know she had cancer and a month later she has passed.

I had no idea she had cancer. Don’t try to make me feel guilty about making an innocent comment.

Hi Violet:) The safe house is somewhere in Port Charles. Anna was able to view the firework celebration for Epiphany from the patio of the safe house.

margherita,
Thanks, I thought the safe house was away from P.C. Well, she’s done her damage now, who will pay for her stupid, selfish behavior?

I hope abc.com & hulu keep the eternally damned episodes streaming on time. The last thing GH needs is pre-emptions during their 60th anniversary week.

I get that the Orange Idiot being arrested is history in the making, but given the fact that cameras are not allowed in the courtroom, is it really worth live coverage just to show a bunch of corporate media talking heads speculating about what they think is happening??

I couldn’t agree more with you Satan!

I’m watching on abc.com

I absolutely loved Nurse’s Ball part 1. Chandra Wilson was great. Funny too! And the dresses/tuxes were beautiful. Most of the women in sequins was a great touch. Of course, Lucy will bring this all crashing down. Looking forward to today’s episode.

Don’t get me wrong! I love the Nurses Ball and support the charities that it supports. But this episode was 36 minutes of my life I will never get back. What a snore. I find “red carpet” crap boring as hell, and I hoped against hope that some story would actually happen between the pomp and circumstance. No such luck. Hope tomorrow’s better!

There are no shortages of sequins on that set. lol

One the male photographers at nurse’s ball also starred in The Body Guard ? Am I correct? What’s his name?

Photographer at the nurse’s ball also started The Bodyguard as the crazed fan. Is this correct?

It was worth the wait after seeing Donald in court yesterday. Karma is a bitch.

Hope you enjoyed it, Michael. He’s never going to jail. LOL!

Bill W,
You are most likely right. As long as there’s a hole to slither out, he will.

I’m tired of seeing all of the women on GH in the same sparkle material they wore for NYE/Britt’s birthday party

My post gets censored from time to time. I either deal with it or leave the site, right? But how come people can call Trump names and it gets posted here? I thought we were not supposed to be political, racist or bully folks? And just so all you know, NONE of the politicians you or I vote for care about US, they only care about THEMSELVES!

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Carly and Lulu Make Plans to Rescue Their Children; Anna Looks Determined to Secure Her Freedom

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the race is on! Can Lulu (Alexa Havins) and Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) get to Rocco (Finn Carr) and Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) in time to ensure their safety from Cullum (Andrew Hawkes)? Can Carly (Laura Wright) with the help of her brother, Lucas (Van Hansis) rescue Josslyn (Eden McCoy) from captivity at Wyndemere? These questions may be answered, plus the return of the one and only Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) are on tap!

In the just released General Hospital spoilers video for the week of June 22-26, Lulu tells her mother, Laura (Genie Francis), “Dante and I have to get to Rocco before Cullum!” Meanwhile, Rocco (Finn Carr) looks angered and emotional as Britt walks through their cabin hideout. Does Rocco know his parents are on the way to find them, or has Cullum already tracked them down to the British Virgin Islands?

Back in Port Charles, Carly is informing Lucas that his niece, “is a WSB agent.” She knows Josslyn (Eden McCoy) is being held against her will at Wyndemere, and she has to find a way to get her out. Lucas agrees with Carly’s plan of, “We go in and we don’t leave without Josslyn!” Elsewhere, Josslyn is looking worried for her future as she is stuck in captivity thanks to Cassius, Cullum and Sidwell!

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FINOLA HUGHES RETURNS

The final moments of the teaser promo reveal Anna in a psychiatric clinic in France. We have not seen her for months after Cullum, Sidwell and Pascal fed her hallucinogenics to make her believe her arch nemesis, Cesar Faison was alive!

Now, the doctors walk towards her hospital bed, where we see the super spy calmly knitting. Is Anna back to normal and playing everyone to get out of her predicament, or does she still remain deeply traumatized … or both?

Take a look at the rest of the official GH spoilers for the week below.

MONDAY, JUNE 22
Willow gets an unwelcome surprise. Trina sticks to her guns. “Nathan” wants reassurance. Ethan advises Ava. Brook Lynn receives an update.

TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Dante cautions Liz. Laura learns a secret. Brook Lynn confides in Michael. Sonny challenges Ava. Chase makes a decision.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Anna meets with her doctor. Carly makes a stunning confession. Britt extracts a promise. Cullum pulls a fast one. Gio and Emma hit the pool.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25
Josslyn clashes with Cassius. Lulu and Dante make a discovery. Chase receives a warning. Jordan seeks help. Alexis is summoned to the PCPD.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Anna takes a huge risk. Britt is in grave danger. Willow is in disbelief. Danny must act fast. Curtis jumps to the wrong conclusion.

Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Rescue Mission” below.

Now weigh-in: Do you think Anna is still mentally off-balance, or OK, and just pretending to be troubled to get out of France and get back to Port Charles? Will Josslyn finally be rescued, or will Carly and Lucas find themselves locked up with her? And, who will get to Britt and Rocco first? Cullum, or Dante and Lulu? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below.

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Maurice Benard Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ Writers; Teases Upcoming Sonny Scenes with Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric

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With the highly-anticipated returns of Finola Hughes (Anna Devane) on this week’s June 24 episode of General Hospital, Steve Burton’s (Jason Morgan) upcoming return on July 13, which also serves as the ABC daytime drama’s 16,000 episode, things are about to fire on all cylinders in the story, as noted today by series star, Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos).

On Father’s Day, the three-time Daytime Emmy-winning actor and mental health activist took to his Instagram and expressed in a video that he has some unbelievable upcoming senes with the aforementioned Burton and Hughes. Add to that Nazneen Contractor (Justine Turner) and Rick Hearst (Ric Lansing), where Benard gave credit where credit is due to the GH writing team, which is led by co-head writers, Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten..

In this video, Benard said, “I just want to get on here and say that I did some work with Steve Burton, Finola Hughes, Rick Hearst, Nazneen Contractor, and they’re all just fantastic. Truly fantastic. But, I want to say the writing was just exceptional. It truly was. It was exceptional. So, thankful for that kind of writing. I know writers don’t get the credit a lot, but I just want to say to the General Hospital writing team, keep rolling!”

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So now the question becomes, with a major tease like that, what is about to go down between Sonny, Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric? Will we finally get to the end of the line for Sidwell (Carlo Rota), as previously teased by the GH co-head writers? Will we learn what happened to Jason and Anna, fully? Will Justine and Sonny becomes closer or stop their liaisons? And what of Ric? Will he be true blue to his brother or double-cross him? There is a lot at stake as we move further into the summer and one that looks like it could be one of the more exciting ones in years!

FINOLA HUGHES CONFIRMED AMAZING SCENES WITH MAURICE BENARD

As a punctuation point to his video, Benard also shared this written message in the post: “I just did some wonderful scenes with Steve Burton, Rick Hearst, Finola Hughes and Nazneen Contractor and  and unbelievable writing, freaking amazing scenes that you will see in the near future on General Hospital.” In fact, Finola Hughes jumped in the post comment thread and responded, “I loved our scenes so much xxx”

Fans will most likely see all the scenes Benard referred to later in July, since GH tapes approximately six weeks ahead of air.

So, are you excited to see what Maurice is talking about? Are you hyped for what’s to come on GH? Any clue on what you think will go down between the main characters on the soap with the returns of Anna Devane and Jason Morgan to the mix? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Announces Upcoming Release of His First Single, ‘If You Need Me’

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In a surprise move, Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos, GH) is getting ready to unveil a new chapter of his career in music.

The former GH star, where he played the son of Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) and Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) for 15 years, has announced his new single, “If You Need Me” will drop on Friday, June 26. The single is now available for pre-order on Spotify and major music streaming platforms and is distributed by DistroKid.

Taking to his Instagram story over the weekend, to announce the pre-save of his new single, Chad expressed, “I’ll make a full post about what I’ve been up to and my music once it goes live next week, but you can pre-save my first single so it goes straight to your Spotify once it drops next week.”

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SINCE LEAVING GENERAL HOSPITAL

Previously, since his departure from the ABC soap opera. Chad starred alongside Zach Mendez in the world premiere of of Yum Yum at Annapolis, a new play written by Bruce Reisman. Duell last appeared on General Hospital on the January 21, 2025 episode.

The part was recast with Rory Gibson who debuted as the new Michael in May of 2025 during the Nurses’ Ball episodes and who has remained in the role since that time.

In an interview earlier this year on The Able Show, Duell said on his decision to exit the soap opera, “I was blessed to be part of that (show) for as long as I have, but what happens sometimes is if you’re doing the same thing, especially in a creative field for such a long time, you can get a little burnt out in a way. It can make you a little depressed, so that’s kind of what happened. On top of that, I had other things going on in my life at the time. My father passed away recently and I just needed a reset. So, I stepped away. A lot of times you have to go through some stuff to really step into that next level. I needed to kind of feel uncomfortable.”

So, what type of musical genre will Chad’s new song be? Country? Pop? Rock? Dance/Club? Something else? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below, and if you are eager to hear the new single next week via the comment section below.

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