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James Patrick Stuart Returns to General Hospital

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On the Friday, December 27th cliffhanger of General Hospital, the long-awaited return of James Patrick Stuart as Valentin Cassadine finally happened, when Valentin resurfaced at the end of the episode peering in on a conversation with his daughter, Charlotte (Scarlett Fernandez) and her mother, Lulu Spencer (Alexa Havins).

James Patrick Stuart and his GH alter-ego Valentin, were last seen on the canvas back in July of this year, when he got out of dodge (and Port Charles) fast at the urging of Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) so he wouldn’t take the fall for heading up Pikeman and their illegal arms-dealing in town.

Everyone had been searching for Valentin and Charlotte, of late, once Lulu woke up out of a four-year coma and all she has been talking about is locating her daughter to make her family whole again.  Now in Prague, she was successfully (for now) reunited with Charlotte, but what happens next remains to be seen.

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Stuart made his debut as Valentin back in 2016. Throughout the years he has earned three Daytime Emmy nominations for his performances in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series category in 2020, 2021 and 2022.

Since 2022, Valentin was on and off the canvas and James also landed a role on Disney Channel’s Villains of Valley View which was recently canceled after two seasons.

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With Valentin in Prague, and Anna in Port Charles will she be quickly leaving for Europe to reunite with her ex? Will the couple known as “Vanna” reunite? Stay tuned!

So, are you happy to see James Patrick Stuart back as Valentin Cassadine? Comment below.

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I am overjoyed, I love the actor and the character. He always fun to watch and I can’t wait! What an excellent late Christmas present from GH.

So f’ing happy!!! There’s nothing better than #Vanna!

So happy JPS is back.

Love, love, love!!!’

Yay!!!! Missed him

Hoping it’s temporary to kill the role off.

That’s a possibility. Brennan and his sidekick who was on the flight with Lulu definitely have their own agenda concerning Val, and it had nothing to do with helping Lulu find her kid. And it’s obviously in Brennan’s best interests that Val isn’t around to tell the truth about “Pikeman”.

I’m predicting that Val will either be killed or abducted soon and that Charlotte will then be able to come home with mama.

Given the preview Elizabeth Korte & Chris Van Etten gave TV Insider, it does sound as if Valentin could be offed, and it does not surprise me. It’s the vibe I’ve been getting via script.

O ‘boy Satan, I’m really counting on you to be right this time!

Well, somebody was clearly lining up a shot with a sniper rifle at the end of today’s show, so they’re at least going to try to take it out.

Unfortunately, we don’t get to see it until Thursday.

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Feel free to stop watching if his re-entry bothers you that much.
Others do not share your bias.

Bias? Bias? Haha. Granny, you are so off your rocker, and unlike others who b*tch and moan about people re-entering/leaving, I won’t stop watching, because I’m not a fan of one specific character, which hinges my ability to watch/not watch. That toxic mindset hasn’t influenced me one bit.

Amen.

Now Granny, was that really necessary? Scott has the right to his opinion and because it’s an opinion, of course it’s going to be biased. It’s not like he’s writing an objective report on soap operas. Moreover, I take umbrage with folks telling others to stop watching if they utter one, tiny complaint. We DON’T want folks to stop watching! GH’s ratings have been plummeting because many are doing exactly what you are telling them to do- they stopped watching. If you don’t like the nature of someone’s comments, I would advise you to stop reading and scurry along.

Thanks, Harry. Appreciate it.

OMG, leave him in Prague or wherever, he’s nothing but trouble as I bet his daughter will be and usually is.

Isn’t “trouble” necessary to make a soap interesting?

I guess you are right, but can’t this kid be nice just once in a while? Started when she was just a kid and she’s still. going strong. She’s nice to her mother and Papa, but just wait until she’s back in P.C and she picks her next victim.She got shot for going after Anna, who carries the guilt around with her all the time.

Valentin should wear t-shirt that reads,” Here comes Treble.” (Play on words based on the fact that on top of bring trouble, he sings!). Okay, I’ll show myself out.

Yay !!! Finally, some good news instead of all of the depressing HOLIDAY stories !

Glad he’s back.

Hell yes about time get Vanna back together

Yes, bring Valentin back.

Hi, I am absolutely thrilled to know that Valentin is back. He adds class to the show. Just wish he would sing and play the piano more often.,!! He is a talented actor and I enjoy every scene that he is in, especially with Anna.

Very happy to see him back on the canvas. He’s a great actor.

I no longer watch the disastrous soap known as GH. the writing is sloppy and has no regard for history. I say boycott during rating and send a message. no bullies firing great cast members no crappy story lines that make no sense

That will do nothing, Maggie.

If you no longer watch then why are you wasting your time reading about it and taking precious time from your day to comment about it? Move on from it by actually boycotting any content about it as well. That way others can be spared from your negativity.

You know what comments I leave for the other soaps I don’t watch? None because it’s odd to read about shows I don’t watch.

You can do like I do. I record the shows so I can fast forward past characters I don’t like. Also, if the story line is going in a direction I don’t care for such as
( killing, etc.) I just record Mondays. That is usually enough to keep up with what’s going on

Lookiing forward to a Vanna reunion. They were the only interesting couple prior to their split and GH really needs them back front and center.

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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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