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GH’s Tanisha Harper On Becoming Jordan: “I Felt That This Role Was For Me”

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Last week, Tanisha Harper debuted as the new Jordan Ashford on General Hospital.  Harper follows Briana Nicole Henry who vacated the role, and the original Jordan played by Vinessa Antoine.

In story, Jordan returned from her health crisis and recovery and was reinstated as police commissioner, just as her ex, Curtis (Donnell Turner), and Portia (Brook Kerr) are getting ready to buy a house and move in together.  From the looks of it, Jordan is still carrying a torch for Curtis.

Harper spoke to Soap Opera Digest (on their latest issue on newsstands now) about the audition process for the role of Jordan and her thoughts on landing the part.

Tanisha shared: “When I saw this role, I was like, ‘This is exactly what I was looking for.’ And as I was going over the audition (material) and learning my lines. I was like, ‘I just feel like this is the one.’ Something about it was just very natural for me. I just really felt it; I felt that this role was for me.”

So, what have been your first impressions of Tanisha as the new Jordan? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

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I like her.

Roman Eva…I like her, too.

I like her, too. I do feel she’s miscast as Jordan. She doesn’t carry the confidence or savvy of a police commissioner. But, if they give her a real story instead of another tired triangle with Curtis and Portia, she’ll be fine. Hey, she held her own with Genie in their first scene…that’s a good sign.

Agreed, Soaphoud—-This actress’ hauteur is misplaced. She definitely lacks that certain je ne sais quoi…..I am not drawn to her. She has yet to grasp the “Police Chief” persona which is so inherently Jordan, if you will.
Nonetheless, I said the same about “second” Nina, whom I now love, faults and all. So……
Her facial expression is too rigid and expressionless, except for that smile which is beautifully blinding, but at the same time, seemingly forced. She needs to come down to earth and soften that pretty face–Just my opiniom—it’s the impression I’m getting.
Portia? Too good to be true and waaaay too annoying. Her smile leaves a lot to be desired.
I love Curtis—he’s hot–yet, neither of these “new” women is right for him.
There’s no one else around —poor Curtis!! LOL

She’s terrible. I wish they’d stop hiring models and start hiring actors. And there has to be some middle ground between Shreiky McShriekerson Carly and walking Barbie Dolls like this. She’s supposed to be a police commissioner; she is NOTHING like that.

Everything takes time. Brianna took some getting used to, after Vinessa Antoine left the role. There’s always an adjustment period.

Amen❣️ Rightly said She needs to be given a chance to bring her own game, not Vanessa’s (Who was the best) and certainly not Brianna’s who lack that certain …joi de vivre. Harper does have the attitude, and held her own with shrieky Carly like someone called her. I can’t wait to see her line with Curtis who’s much older than all 3 women but so handsome he still looks great with all of them.

You sure have a thing against models. Where does it say she was one anyway? I don’t think she learned her lines walking down a catwalk.

it always takes an adjustment period but we’ll see. Now we got to get use to a new Trina. So, again we’ll see.

I am enjoying her in the role very much. I think she will be a powerful Jordan

I think T. Harper fits the role of Jordan Ashford better than Briana Henry.Henry and Donnell didn’t seem to have much if none at all chemistry. There was no affection like he had with Vinessa. They were so natural as if they were a real couple. I loved the nurse’s ball episode when Curtis proposed to Jordan, and I’d wished they’d done the wedding with Vinessa before she left to do Diggstown. With B. Henry it seems so scripted, no affection, no sparks nor sparkle. I hope Ms Harper up the Jordan role. Poor Curtis gonna have the 3 faces of Jordan in a nightmare. Lol

She is going to do well playing the role of Jordan like her already

Sorry not feeling the new Jordan

I really love how Tanisha plays this character . They definitely need to show more of her and give her a really super nice storyline. Gorgeous and she is coming into herself as The Commissioner. They could really shake things up by bringing Tommy back from the dead. I mean no one really does die on Soaps anyway. I’m sure Frank could find a way.

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Kin Shriner Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ TV Daughter Kelly Kruger

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It’s been over two-years since his last appearance on General Hospital, now fan favorite Kin Shriner (Scott Baldwin) has taken to social media to share his thoughts on the casting of his grown-up TV daughter, Serena Baldwin now played by Kelly Kruger.

Kelly took over the role of Serena on-screen starting with the July 30, 2026 episode and has been ensconced in the storyline with her mother, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), in trying to win back full creative control of Deception for her.

In fact on the Monday, October 19 episode of the ABC soap opera, Serena tried to dupe Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) into signing over Michael’s (Rory Gibson) shares of the company. Jason caught on and wondered why she was doing this. She claimed she just wanted to help her mom gain creative control from Tracy (Jane Elliot) rather than full ownership, and begged Jason to keep quiet about it, which he agreed to for now.

Serena and Jason

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WHERE IS SCOTT?

On Monday, Shriner also took to X and said, “I think Kelly Kruger is doing a great job on General Hospital, and she and Lynn Herring work well together.” That was followed by comments in his thread about the show needing to bring back Scott too.

In fact, back on August 25, Shriner also took to X with a reminder that Scott is still around and ready to come back to Port Charles, sharing, “Scotty Baldwin always fits in he just needs the right sport coat !!!!”

The last time Serena mentioned her father Scott was when Kruger made her debut and informed Lucy that her father was, “living his best life in Key West.”  Meanwhile, Shriner posts on his X account continually and shared back on August 2, that it has been 49 years since he made his on-screen debut as then teenaged, Scotty Baldwin and thanked the fans for al the love and support.

So, now let us know, are you enjoying Kelly Kruger as Serena Baldwin? Do you want to see GH bring back Scott Baldwin into the story, so Serena has both her parents in Port Charles? Do you like the potential of Jason and Serena pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Jason Seeks Answers For Sonny, Drew Gloats, and Chase is in for a Battle

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, getting to the bottom of truth is paramount for several characters, but who will continue to lie and who might break?

In the latest video spoilers for the week of October 19-23, Sonny (Maurice Benard) needs to prove that he is innocent in orchestrating the prison beatdown of Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner). His girlfriend, ADA Justine Turner (Nazneen Contractor), wants to seemingly turn him to as she is seen saying, “I won’t give up until Sonny is behind bars,” to none other than Drew (Cameron Mathison)!

Meanwhile, it looks like Sonny has pulled Jason back in to to help him clear his name telling him to, “Find out whatever you can.” Later, we see Jason (Steve Burton) posing the question to someone, “Did you frame Sonny for it?” Did he go to Pentonville to confront Sully?

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Elsewhere, Chase (Josh Swickard) and Monet (Blythe Howard) get set to dissolve Chase’s marriage to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) who now has lawyered up with Ric Lansing (Rick Hearst). Monet tells Chase, “We need to prepare for the worst-case scenario.” Chase fires back ,“I don’t want a battle!” Is the battle over baby Phoebe, or a down and dirty fight just to get a divorce?

Then, Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) is reeling with happiness in the best possible way, after apparently sharing four kisses with mysterious stranger Jude (Wil Traval) at the Brown Dog Bar. Britt tells Lucas (Van Hansis) all about her evening. But, who is Jude and did he target Britt, or is he truly enamored with her? Stay tuned.

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Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week of October 19-23.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
Britt makes an intriguing deal. Trina is unsettled. Anna checks in on Sonny. Carly gets the third degree from Lucas. Jason calls out Serena.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Carly puts her heart on the line. Alexis delivers shocking news to Valentin. Sonny has a warning for Jason. Justine makes Drew an offer. Portia is wary of Monet.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
Anna seeks out Valentin. Britt’s attitude raises eyebrows. Molly seeks Alexis’s advice. Jason makes an offer to Lucy. Tracy and Cody catch up.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
Britt has juicy gossip for Lucas. Chase is thrown for a loop. Emma puts on her detective hat. Michael and Jordan await medical news. Ava is put on the spot.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
Ava pitches a dangerous plan to Drew. Jason calls out Josslyn. Ric and Monet go toe to toe. Lulu is discouraged. Sonny dangles a tantalizing deal.

Take a look at the latest GH promo, “Worst Case Scenario” below.

Now weigh-in: Will Jason figure out that Drew and Ava were behind framing Sonny? Do you want Chase to get parental rights to baby Phoebe? Do you like the attraction between Britt and Jude, or is something more nefarious going on with the guy? Let us know in the comment section below.

 

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‘General Hospital’s’ Jonathan Bennett Talks On Where Joe Fitzpatrick is Headed and Soap Opera Shirtless Scenes

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It had become abundantly clear that roomies Dr. Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) and PCPD detective Joe Fitzpatrick (Jonathan Bennett) seem destined towards a romance on General Hospital.

In fact, to get Lucas all hot and bothered (although he does fully let on), during the Friday, October 16 episode, the good doctor helps Joe pick out something less stuffy to wear to a bar to meet people.

However, the moment is met with Joe taking off his shirt in front of Lucas and doing a quick change from sport coat and button down shirt to a more relaxed casual button down shirt. In fact, the ABC soap opera even called out the moment as their clip of the day (see below).

Lucas and Joe

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MAJOR STORY TEASE FOR JOE

Bennett spoke with OUT in a new feature about what may be on the horizon for the by-the-book Joe and the moral Lucas, and how he learned that once the producers and writers on a soap script in a shirtless scene, if it goes over well, said actor, can expect many more in the months to come!

“I’m so excited for the audience to see where my character goes on General Hospital. It’s going to be monumental and I think people are going to love it,” teased Bennett. “I was shirtless in an episode and so petrified to shoot it,” he added. “I wanted to look my best and feel good. I really worked hard to get my body to a good place and I did it.”

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However as Jonathan points out, now he is finding himself half-naked in upcoming scenes as officer Joe! “I think I shot myself in the foot! Now that I did it once and it turned out well, every few weeks I read a script and I’m coming out of the shower, changing my shirt, or in the bathtub,” revealed Jonathan.

So, how does he keep camera ready? “I’m in the gym more, I have a better diet,” pointed out Bennett. “You have to stay healthy if you’re going to be shirtless every few weeks! I’m gay, an only child, and an actor. Of course I love the attention!”

While Bennett’s Port Charles story is going to reveal itself in the coming months, you can also see Jonathan back as the host of The Food Network’s Halloween Wars 16th season which concludes on Sunday, October 25.

Now below. check out the scene in question from Friday’s GH entitled, “Lose the Shirt.”

Weigh-in: What do you think will be “monumental” that Jonathan has teased that viewers will find out about Joe in the coming weeks? Are you feeling the on-screen chemistry between Joe and Lucas? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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