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Jack Wagner Says He Still Gets Called “Frisco” from ‘General Hospital’ More Than Anything Else; Is It Time For a Return Visit?
One of the all-time most popular General Hospital alums is Jack Wagner, who in the 80’s and early 90s played heartthrob Frisco Jones – former lead singer of Blackie and the Riff Raffs- turned police officer – turned WSB agent.
Wagner became one-half of soap super couple Frisco and Felicia played by Jack’s ex-wife Kristina Wagner. On GH, Frisco and Felicia share a daughter, Maxie Jones, and the late Georgie Jones. Jack appeared on GH from 1983-1995 and made his last return in 2013, even though the character is often talked about off-camera.
Currently, Jack Wagner is starring on the Hallmark Channel series When Calls the Heart, and the former Melrose Place star (where he played Dr. Peter Burns) visited the Still The Place podcast to talk with his former castmates and co-hosts of the show, Daphne Zuniga, Laura Leighton and Courtney Thorne-Smith.
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Jack explained during the podcast that the fan faction and fervor for When Calls the Heart is similar to when he played Frisco on General Hospital, noting how the soap, “Was my big break. That fan base of that soap opera is still there.” Wagner, who has appeared on numerous television series and motion pictures including his turn as Nick Marone on The Bold and the Beautiful, shared that no matter who else he plays, or what other project he appears in, Frisco is number one with the fans.
“I still get called Frisco probably more than anything. When a fan base starts to fall in love with the characters, it’s very real for them. It (When Calls the Heart) reminds me a little bit of the GH fans back in the ’80s.”
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As to why When Calls the Heart is so popular with “Hearties”, Wagner theorized, “I think people look for something that’s safe. We don’t show blood, we don’t show sex, we don’t show nudity, we don’t use profanity, but yet we can shoot a gun.”
When Melrose Place ended its run on Fox in 1999, it was none other than Wagner and Heather Locklear (ex-Amanda) who appeared in the series final scene. Jack remembered, “I felt really honored to have the last scene of the show to be Heather and I, having bought this island and faked our death and doing our vows and walking off on the beach in the sunset. (It) was like, wow, what an honor to kind of carry the old guard into the last scene of the show, right?”
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So, do you think it’s time for a guest stint by Jack Wagner with a solid story for Frisco Jones, to return to GH given that Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna) and the WSB has set up a bureau in Port Charles? Share your thoughts via the comment section below. But first, check out when Frisco rehearsed with Blackie and the Riff Raffs during his early days on the soap opera, followed by his brand-new visit to the ‘Still The Place” audio podcast.
Is it time for a return visit? In a word, no. There’s plenty of characters I’d love to see back, but Frisco is NOT on the list.
As much as I would like to have Frisco back, I don’t want any more short storyline arcs. There are too many stories that need to be resolved instead of continuing to bring on new characters with no focus. In addition, can the writers please resolve the murder of John Cates?
Frisco has family in PC a daughter Maxie and 3 grandkids.
Frisco was close to Anna.
Maybe Frisco can solve John Cates Murder.
Frisco is goes back to 1984 so he not New.
He is so cute yes come back
1No… he needed to come when Maxie was in danger with Peter August. If he couldn’t show up for that, what could he possibly show up for now? The Brennan / Valentin situation? He’s no longer in charge at the WSB.
I am okay without a Frisco visit. Not really needed, especially with an already overly bloated cast.
I remember Frisco very clearly from back in the day. Felicia just mentioned her time with him while trying to warn Carly about being with Brennan. All the characters Frisco was involved with have moved on and have their own lives, including his surviving daughter. There is no reason for him to show up on canvas again.
Jack was quite verbal about his disappointment with his last visit for the show’s 50th in 2013.
While I’m pushing to give Felicia a storyline, Frisco’s return would not be a top choice. However, they did allude to Mac’s 6 month absence as being off to help Frisco, so they could revisit that.
Would love to see Jack back on GH
There’s no need for Frisco to return. The canvas is full enough.
Jack Wagner would be a real breath of fresh air and a shot in the arm this show needs.
Love him and wish he’d do it.
You could get rid of over 50 percent of the current characters and they wouldn’t be missed.
Yes! Frisco needs to go to PC and take his woman back!!
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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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