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GH’s Katelyn MacMullen Weighs-In On If Michael & Willow Will Tie the Knot

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Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a damn. The horrifically bad writing has sucked any life out of Willow and Michael’s story line. Willow lies on her deathbed and instead of embracing love, she’s consumed with hatred for her biological mother. She easily forgives Carly for her lies, and worse yet, easily forgives Dis-Harmony for prostituting her out to a cult leader who repeatedly raped and drugged her. But no forgiveness for a woman with whom she’s shared a few disagreements. Willow’s face seems to be frozen into forever-resting-bitch face. The actress is wonderful but the poor writing has left… Read more »
I tend to agree with you. The writers have ruined Michael’s character. Back in 2014, when Sonny murdered Michael’s father AJ in cold blood … Michael was angry for like 5 minutes then due to writers always propping Sonny, Michael easily forgave him. This current vendetta that Michael has against Sonny rings totally hollow because it is based on Sonny really doing nothing wrong…which is a switch!! Michael’s anger at Sonny would be MUCH more justified if he would include the fact that Sonny murdered his father at point blank range and has never shown an ounce of remorse. Let… Read more »
JJ & All…We should be going back in that history, and have a bad word or two for the writing team who introduced in Sonny and have since made his a legacy family.
This revisionist history really has to stop…. First of all, AJ died (the most recent time) primarily because ReRon was a petty little bitch who got in a fight with Sean Kanan and took out his personal grudges on the character. Wasn’t half as bad as what he did to Tony Geary, but don’t even get a Devil started on that one… Second, AJ was in Ava’s apartment, because he figured out that Ava had murdered ConKate and was letting him take the blame for it. Fair enough, that would piss me off too. Though it was really stupid of… Read more »
Oh, Satan, Satan, Satan—-I understand—-you’re Beelzebub, so of course, having hot and heavy, dirty sex between two people who hated each other, on Holy Grounds is just peachy. Of which Nina business do you speak? There are so many. The worst was Avery’s birth—-But, you see, Satan, her excuse was temporary insanity? LOL
The “Nina business” I’m referring to is what happened in Tricky Dick Nixon Falls, and the fact that sorry mess didn’t end when Whiny Heiny torched that stupid empty bar. Sonny allegedly got his memory back, but he couldn’t get rid of her. That – along with them throwing Jason under the bus for the second time in less than a decade – has really damaged the last 15 months or so of “General Hospital”. Along with all the newbies like “Cody” and Austin’s skinhead cousin Mason Jar (or whatever his name is). At this point I wouldn’t be surprised… Read more »
Believe it ir not, Satan, I agree with you—The Nixon Falls “Saga” was pretty vexing—yet, the little mean imp ine was glad Nina “stuck” it to Carly—who had had the hots for Jason for decades ( from what I gathered) . Oh, she just had to marry him to save the “business”– Be that as it may, it could have been a platonic marriage, or at least, give it a much longer time before entering the boudoir. Peter? Yeah—what a fruitless inconvenient storyline. He wasn’t even interesting, as Faison was—whom I liked ( I know, I’m twisted??) LOL Sonny did… Read more »
So true! Although as an RN, I must submit that had Ava merely injected an air bubble into his IV line, AJ would never had succumbed to such a fate. (Seriously, needs to be a large amount of air into an ARTERY to inflict fatal damage.) Please, dear Satan-O-PC,do not succumb to such rumors! I am sure our dear Ava injected a potassium solution to our “dearly” departed Allan Quartermaine, Jr. This would have assured a quick but painful death for the poor dude. (Or was it Carly with the injection, who last saw him prior to his demise?)—— Your… Read more »
Well said. Michael/Willow are so boring together, I legitimately don’t care what happens to her. The cheating storyline ruined her for me. I knew Millow was always the plan, but they could have written it better without destroying her character and retconning Chase/Willow like their relationship meant nothing. While Willow’s somewhat okay on her own, she’s insufferable with Michael. She has adopted the self-righteous and sanctimonious attitude of Michael and Carly. I’ve never been able to like her the way I used to, when she was first introduced. GH needs to start moving these storylines along. I love Chase/Brook Lynn,… Read more »
Chase also doesn’t deserve Michael’s friendship. Chase is also very self righteous and controlling. That’s why he won’t be happy with Brook Lynn. He can’t control her like he did Willow.
Guest:
Are we watching the same show? Michael deceived Chase. —as did Brook Lynn. She LIED to him—kept a very important fact from Chase which impacted his job.
Chase controlling? LOL
Yes. I agree with Celia. Brooklyn was the one being a control freak over Chase’s life. I don’t see Chase being a control freak at all. Conversely, and on another issue Guest brought up, I once adored Willow, and I despised Nina. Willow was this fiercely independent idealistic school teacher while Nina,played by Stafford at the time, was a Karen-an overly and obnoxious protective step-mother. Down the line Willow left Chase and reignited her propensity to be a cult follower by following Carly and her clan. Meanwhile, Nina grew some humility, self- awareness and some mental heath. Anyway, these characters… Read more »
Hey, Harry– How I have grown since first “joining” the GH fan-group!!! LOL I am finally able to like Sonny—I’ve come a looong way!! I have despised his everything; his entire being, in the past…..I think the fact that I now sort of see him as a victim of circumstances, of life ( albeit he chose it) and to a certain extent, of Nina ( yes, Nina LOL) makes him vulnerable in my eyes…..Not yet the heart… Somehow, these “circumstances” made them both human.—more approachable, if that makes any sense. I like any change for the greater good—I’m no saint,… Read more »
LOL. Chase isn’t controlling in the least. What show are you watching? The only controlling ones here were Michael, Willow and to an extent – Brook Lynn. Michael didn’t want to lose Chase’s friendship, Willow wanted to be a martyr, and Brook Lynn didn’t want to lose Chase to his job. The only one of these three I actually like is Brook Lynn, because she at least owns up to what she does. Chase didn’t force Willow to marry him. As a matter of fact, he gave her multiple chances to back out. He asked her repeatedly if it’s what… Read more »
Harry, you are 150% correct. Oh, that hate-filled expression on Willow’s face for Nina! It seems ironed-on and permanent. Such a misguided girl, typical of the Michael influence; he drains the joy from everyone around him. Hell, even Wiley’s turning into a royal pain. Don’t get me started on Carly the Conniver. She is incapable of regret or genuine repentance. Chase and Willow were the sweetest, cutest couple. Anyone who’d choose Michael over Chase deserves what she gets… but why do WE have to suffer too?
All that disdain and anger towards Willow coming from you because she won’t forgive your favorite character Nina, she didn’t chose your favorite character Chase, and because you dislike hate Carly. Chase was sweet to Willow as long as she did what he wanted her to do. He told her what she should and shouldn’t all the time. Very controlling. He can’t do that with Brook Lynn and it frustrates him so he dumped her. Chase deserves nothing.
Wrong. But since you’re a Michael fan, your bias is to be expected. Chase never controlled Willow. She however DID control him.
If fan chatter is any indication, dump them both and sign Gavin Houstin! The article about his one minute appeance generated way more fan comment that this!
Brian
I for one was very disappointed that he didn’t stay, as a new character. He could be gay or straght, I’d take him any way.
let’s both hope Gavin returns and is signed to contract
Perfectly written, Harry—Willow was truly one of my faves—now? I’ve become pretty indifferent to her. My antipathy towards her started with her cheating on Chase. At the risk of sounding heartless and without compassion; it is hard to feel pity for someone whose heart is simmering with so much hate and rancor towards her own mother; regardless of the fact it is a newfound reality. She should have embraced all the good and the bad about Nina—-who does genuinely love her daughter. But, I guess that’s a personal thing—-Yes, it’s a soap, but cheating, avarice and spite are big factors… Read more »
I would like to see some good things happen. We can all use that.A wedding and saving Willow maybe something we could all use.Ive had more than my share of tragedy and drama in my life..
Celia, remember years back when “bad” Brad tried to blackmail Michael into a sexual liaison? Yeah, it was creepy but it was also the first time a Michael coupling seemed remotely exciting. His lack of warmth reminds me of the old joke, “When he opens his mouth, a light comes on.”
LOL—Michael just doesn’t seem to get it right. Poor guy? He drags whomever he’s with right down with him. As my nanna would say: what a drag!!
Aside—watching CFN ( Catholic Faith Network– they actually won an Emmy this year) —waiting to see guest of honor::Susan Lucci.
Plus, friends of my husband’s parents performed yesterday ( Saturday) –their daughter is a singer—SWEET TEA ACOUSTIC DUO—The band is amazing. Unfortunately, I’ m not liking today’s band. ( I’m so mean, right??).
All that because anger from you towards Willow’s character cause she won’t forgive your favorite character Nina. Talk about being a baby.
“Guest”
Judging by your profile name, you’re new here. Welcome. Please note we criticize the writing or acting – not those who post here. Calling another poster a baby isn’t cool.
Oh, please. Get over yourself. You’re the one getting all bent out of shape this site isn’t a Michael and Willow fansite that excuses their hypocrisy. Namecalling? Real mature. Grow up.
Ha ha! Kay, thank you. You made me laugh and that’s always a good thing.
Hey Guest! Let me tell you something…Wah! Wah! Wah!…Ahem…Now that I’ve got that out of my system, I need to say that it’s not just Willow’s inability to forgive Nina that irks me. It’s the fact that she can so easily forgive the mother who raised her, the mother who sold her out repeatedly to a cult leader who drugged and raped her when she was a minor. Willow actually said, and I quote,” I was better off with Harmony as my mother.” Nina is a highly flawed character, I know. But due to her traumatic experience, one of her… Read more »
Too late to the party, not to. Embarrassing typo.
This whole Michael and Willow storyline is like the dementors sucking the soul out of me. It’s one of the worst, and most boring storylines ever on GH in the 60 years I’ve watched the show. Please put us all out of our misery.
Sassy – congrats on surviving 60 years in PC. Out of curiosity, what are some of your other least favorite/boring storylines?
Hi OG Steve. Thanks for the 60-year ‘anniversary’ acknowledgement. It’s been quite a ride. Please note these are MY impressions and comments and may not reflect those of any other fans. So just take them with a grain of salt. I came to GH in the beginning when the storyline was about Eddie and Angie and the accident that caused her facial disfigurement. It wasn’t the most exciting storyline. Or, one that completely held my attention. However, GH was in its infancy in the soap opera genre, and it took a little time for it to gain its footing. But,… Read more »
Sassy I thoroughly enjoyed your journey down memory lane. I’m so glad I asked. My relationship with the citizens of Port Charles began in the mid 70s. I’ve taken some breaks through the years, but none since a couple of months off after AJ was dead for the final time. Of the storylines you mentioned, I came in more than a decade after Eddie and Angie. I accepted the Jason car accident because of the long term ramifications. It took me a while, but I’ve resigned myself that “Jason Quartmaine” will never return. In total agreement on the Laura is… Read more »
You just said it ALL! Thank you! It seems to me that Willow despises Nina because Michael does. Yes she and Nina don’t get along, dislike her all she wants it’s fine but Willow is way over the top. To me, she’s just trying to impress Michael being Team Michael all of the time. I’ll bet if Michael forgave Nina, Willow would also in a NY minute.
While a cancer storyline has the potential to educate and move viewers, this one has fallen totally flat. Michael and Willow are so dull together. She worked well with Chase. Michael with ???
As MacMullen was included in the 60th photo, it appears Weeping Willow will survive (likely thanks to Great Aunt Liesl).
Michael is the epitome of a legacy character – connected to three core families – so I want to feel involved with character. The first time Michael pulled away from Sonny, Duell and the writers really stepped it up. Not much so this time.
OG Steve, While it may be a plus and I have really learned a lot medically, especially with my own medical problems, I watch mainly for the entertainment value and I sure haven’t been entertained lately. I agree with everyone who thinks Willow had the best chemestry with Chase. I lost interest in Michael and Willow a long time ago, so her debatable death doesn’t much interest me. I’ve read rumors that she will pass away at the wedding. Michael is trying to stick it to Sonny every way possible for straying out of his Mom’s corral. Does he really… Read more »
Violet
I hope your medical problems aren’t too serious.
This past week, the riveting action on Spoon Island and the aftermath of the (albeit drawn out) Portia secret made 4 out the 5 episodes quite entertaining. Those gave me hope that Chris & Dan can write good soap. Just Thursday that focused on all things Corinthos related was a notable dud.
Worked well with Chase? I think not! He controlled her. Told her what to do, and what not to do. How to think, etc. If you think that is working well in a relationship, I think not.
Chase has problems with Brook Lynn cause he can’t control her or tell her what to do.
Chase is the most dull/boring character next to TJ. All his ships are boring including his current one which get close to zero screen time.
The problem with Chase/Brook Lynn is the writers took too long to put them together. The will they or won’t they thing can only go on so long. They’re probably just biding time if they expect Swickard not to renew his contract.
Maybe we’re seeing different things. Chase was extremely supportive of Willow as she was dealing with the ramifications of Shiloh and her first baby’s death. Far from controlling too many viewers.
LOL Chase did not control Willow. He was extremely supportive of her. I don’t think the word controlling means what you think it means. lol
Chase/Brook Lynn do have more chemistry, but Brook Lynn is also a much more interesting character than Weeping Willow. Chase is better off without the perpetual martyr.
It’s difficult to really care when they have made everyone so unsympathetic most of the time and then only play them once or twice a week. The “who will save Willow’s life” story is too light to be taken very seriously, IMHO. I’ve had cancer twice and it’s been very difficult for me to relate to this story line. Sorry.
As a person who suffers from a life threatening illness myself I hear what you are saying.
Stay Strong!
Hi, Vicky, As a mother who lost a child, I know pain—never leaves you—and, there is no worse suffering than losing a child. I find it very hard to feel compassion for both Willow and Michael. Considering the fact that Willow is on the proverbial “deathbed”, she should shed all this hate and resentment she harbors for her bio Mom, I’m still trying to figure out what Nina did to merit all this spite—I would think she’d be more forgiving—-judgment day and all. The writers should really think about that. Funny how no one seems to pity her. Yet, when… Read more »
Thank you, Celia. I’m so unbelievably sorry for your loss. Your words about fiction reflecting reality resonates. That’s what we needed injected into the fabric of these storylines.
I sincerely thank you, Harry…. My pain is omnipresent–it’s part of me; as is my boy. But, with pain comes faith–I will never accept his death as “these things happen”–There is always a reason why God or the Fates ( whatever is out there) allow tragedies to happen. Whether I mentally hold on to that to survive or simply accept life as it comes, I hinestly don’t know. I think that Sasha’s pain of losing Liam truly delved into my heart and soul. I don’t know how she did it—so realistic—as you say, reality living in fiction and vice versa.… Read more »
willow will dump spoiled Michael when the truth comes out1
Nope
Unlikely. Willow is firmly in the Michael and Carly cult. She hasn’t had a spine, since she fell in love with Michael. lol
Geez, I thought they were already married!
Raise your hand if you don’t give a crap-
___ hand raised-
Right here–LOL–see my hand??
Hand Raised.
Why is there SO much hate for Willow? Years before when Nina was Charlotte’s stepmom she made Willow’s life a living hell. Then when she was going through cancer treatments, Nina starts spreading the rumor that Willow and T.J were having an affair, without.any proof!!This woman gets no sympathy from me!
Because, Willow deserves it. She’s the perpetual martyr. And, her holier than thou attitude rings hollow when she forgives Carly right away. At least, Nina isn’t stealing people’s children from them to raise. lol
Yes she did – it may have been another actress, but when Ava was pregnant, Nina held her against her will and planned to take Ava’s unborn child! Give me a break!
Hi Lew—Yes, you are right. Nina acted abominably. However, the huge difference is—Nina was off her rocker due to her nasty mother who betrayed her and her husband who had been having an affair with Ava, ergo Kiki, as the product of that affair. Anyone in that horrid setting would be driven to perfidious acts and to Bedlam. Nina never had the privilege of holdingnher babies or the joy of watching them grow—no kisses, no hugs, no love!! As Harry stated, Nina has made amends. She is a changed person who wants nothing but the best for Williw–Not so Carly—same… Read more »
Agreed! Remember when Nina first came to town (played by Michelle Stafford which never would have worked with Sonny!) she was in a wheelchair & came to the park where Sam & Silas (I think) were. I felt so sorry for her, her horrible mother, etc. Ooh, just remembered-did she actually force Ava to give birth early to Avery, then stole her & went on the run with whoever Roger Howarth was playing at the time? God. Then she got with Valentine & it was pretty great-don’t rem. why they split. Anyway. I don’t really love this Nina (to me… Read more »
Hey, Gloria—yes, Michelle Stafford would not have worked well coupled with Sonny. —I love Michelle and it took me a while to “accept” Cynthia in Nina’s “robes”. Boy, was I surprised when the cocoon turned butterfly hit me smack in the face. LOL—-Cynthia makes a perfect Nina. As far as that horrible episode with Ava giving birth —-I can understand how Nina’s disturbed mind worked— in her twisted way. Nina believed that it was an eye for an eye—Ava stole Nina’s husband—plus she lost her baby. In her head she blamed everything on Ava and to a certain level, she… Read more »
Willow/Michael story is as boring as Sonny/Nina story. Lack of real chemistry and poor writing have made them unwatchable. I sadly now watch GH on DVR so, I can fast forward through most of it.
Don’t like what they have done with the character of Michael. I do think Chad is doing the best he can with the material he is given. I think Cynthia is doing a great job with a very complex character. Overall I think the show is very watchable. Compare it to the very boring Y&R.
Mike,
You make some very good points. It’s the writers of course making us like or dislike a character. Remember years ago, we couldn’t stand the biased stepmother Nina and really felt for the young teacher Willow. We loved poor Michael and hated the treacherous Nell and her antics. Now, we’re not liking Michael or Willow. It’s like being on a seesaw, you just hope your partner doesn’t jump off while you’re enjoying the ride.
I agree with you, Mike, albeit I can’t see Michael give or show any more than what he already has. I think he’s at a standstill. He’s between a rock and a hard place—Willow’s illness and bringing down Sonny. I can’t see him as a super-character. He just doesn’t have it. I’m more interested in the connection between Sonny and Dex—-something more is definitely clear to me. A long, lost son? Then there’s Willow. Willow and Michael. What a bore. Even before her cancer. What a bore. My grandparents have more spark. Willow. She wants Carly as Matron of Honor?… Read more »
God! Even that picture makes this couple look so smug and sanctimonious. Who thought this coupling was a good idea?
I’ve had taken a time out for a while commenting, but after catching up on what everyone is saying on MF, it’s not so much fun reading right now Except some of the personal health stories whether ourselves, someone else’s, or those living with them right now. And the support commenter friends give each other. I realize you have to have conflict, a good character one day turned bad the next day for soap drama and replacement actors. But I just thought maybe we (including me at times) could be more positive, or at least less critical, to each other,… Read more »
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