General Hospital
Jane Elliot Will Return to General Hospital
Earlier this week on General Hospital, viewers were upset to find out that Jane Elliot’s current run on the ABC daytime drama series had come to an end, when Tracy announced she was leaving Port Charles for Amsterdam.
In story, Tracy was heading back to Europe to tend to Luke’s affair and meeting with Luke’s sister, Bobbie to help her get through the emotional ordeal.
However, on Friday, Soap Opera Digest is reporting that while “Tracy will be off-screen during her trip, her absence from the canvas will be short-lived.”
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That would also make sense given that Lois (Rena Sofer) told Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton), that she should take Tracy’s offer up to run Deception and that she would help her fend off any interferences from Tracy and others.
Elliot is a Daytime Emmy-winning actress and enduring fan favorite with General Hospital fans. he has played the role of Tracy Quartermaine numerous times over the years including in: 1978–1980, 1989–1993, 1996, 2003–2017, 2019–2021, and now in 2023.
Many GH viewers are wondering if Tracy’s exit might also pave the way with how to wrap up the character of Bobbie Spencer’s story, since her portraying Jackie Zeman passed away this past May, and the soap opera has yet to deal with it on-air.
So, glad to know there is more Tracy “Q” on the way after Jane Elliot’s short break on General Hospital? Comment below.
Happy to hear this news.
Tracy lights a much needed fire in all the other cast mates she shares scenes with. They have to be on the top of their game with this fabulous actress.
She is a great actress but she always causes problems. At time she is just too snarky. Glad she’s coming back but hope they tone her down a little. Stop being such a know it all bully
Tracy is Tracy; one of the few REAL Quartermaines left. They’ve already watered her down; she used to be way harsher but always a great character. Are you a new viewer? Serious question. Because if you knew Tracy for decades, you’d know she’s not as “snarky” as she could be and used to be. And when she is, she’s always hilarious. So glad she’s coming back! I missed her!
I Agree with you
That wouldn’t be Tracy though.
I agree wholeheartedly!
This version of Tracy is more comedic and that occurred when she was linked with Like, so in a sense it humbled Tracy.
Tracy could go there if needed and I hope Frank takes her there just for a moment.
She’s carrying a heavy LEGACY on her back and is doing a fantastic job keeping it alive.
Tracy in a sense is the last true Quartermaine standing.
I been watching from day one. Tracy alway been a tough lady. But she ease down alittle. But like Sher said is true. If your a new . Then you haven’t see her in action. She a very good actress. I’m 73 now and I still watch it. Love it and Tracy.
Cannot wait for her return. She should be in every scene
No she shouldn’t be in every scene. There areNy good actors in the g h cast and the writers need to use them properly.
I agree; love her! I’m so happy that she’s come out of retirement. I hope she’s going to remain. What I’d really love is for them to bring AJ back from the dead (again, and keep him alive this time!), and maybe even Skye, and fill up the Q house with actual Quartermaines again. They should bring back Dillon, too.
Sadly, AJ is dead-dead as long as Frank is around. The ghostly walk up the staircase locked that in.
With Tracy around, it’s the perfect time to bring in a new Dillon. Pair him Maxie?
Sorry, I’ll disagree again – Skye isn’t an “actual Quartermaine”. She’d fall into the “interloper and hangers on” category even if Edward and Alan had a soft spot for her.
Funniest part about the “up the stairs” scene….
Does anybody REALLY think AJ went that direction? I can promise you, he definitely did not! Though I do think he got a raw deal in the end because ReRon had some personal “beef” with Sean Kanan.
In the end, AJ may have done enough to atone for his previous mistakes. Harmony, however, perished after doing some heinous crimes and should probably not be appearing as a vision to Willow.
Enjoying Rena somers return. Hope she stays
I’m so glad she’ll be back. her leaving was so abrupt!
She Just left the Actress IS Retired. Skye should be brought back Instead! Don’t know Y I care I don’t watch the show Anymore.
Skye is DEFINITELY NEEDED but will Robin Christopher return full time and then, will they give her storylines to make her stay around?
Thank you Michael for speaking the way you have . Jane Elliot is wonderful actress.
Newer viewers should watch Elvis Presley’s 1969 movie “A Change of Habit” Jane Elliot played a nun along side Mary Tyler Moore.
My favorite role was Carrie Todd in Guiding Light (I was a CBS soap fan until ATWT and GL were cancelled – that’s when I switched over to ABC GH)
This is what Wikipedia says Jane thinks about her stint on GL: From 1981 to 1982, Elliot appeared on the CBS soap opera Guiding Light as Carrie Todd, a character who was involved with Ross Marler; Ross learns that Carrie is a murderer and has a split personality. Elliot considers her time as Carrie as one of her favorite roles, saying “the most was asked of me when I was doing that role.”
What??? I’ll have to check this out for sure!
Watched the show as a kid…Fell in love with Tracy (and Jane)… When she stood by and watched as Edward begged her to get his heart meds…spit my lemonade across the room , when someone one touched Tracy’s shoulder, (her reaction was priceless)… and the cam pans back and it’s revealed to be Edward….
I remember watching that scene, where Tracy withheld Edward’s heart med during a heart attack, like it was yesterday ! I was in my first year of college and about fifteen of us would gather to watch gh every afternoon and that scene blew us away !! There was screaming, laughing and plenty of gasps at her viciousness !!! I adore her !!!
Jane Elliot is real, I respect that-
She does not hide her age….
No wigs or dyed hair to black, no 10 lbs of extensions or extreme facelifts, no phony..
She is a beautiful lady 88 yr lady..
Most all aged on soaps over age 60 are phony trying to look 30..
Jane is showing them how ridiculous they are..
I for one could care less if Tracy comes back or not. Her storyline is a waste of airtime for someone else. Let her stay in Amsterdam.Dont mean to be ugly just boring story.
YES!!
Shame on you shes a great actress
It’s just reading as ugly ! Just sayin’ !
You mean like Marlena
Marlena’s secret for staying young? Getting possessed every 25 years or so!
I’m always happy to help, of course.
LOL; Jane’s not 88! She’s 76, and in my opinion can pass for 70. Love her look; sophisticated. She’s kept her figure, her white hair is gleaming and her makeup is gorgeous as is the wardrobe.
Jane Elliot Is not 88yr old she’s is 76, omg, get it right
She is 76 not 88-you have her confused with a different Jane Elliott
She is NOT 88
She’s 76.
I get your point, Su000, but I don’t know whether you’re joking about Elliot’s age or whether that was a typo: she is 76, not 88. She is one hell of an actress! GH is lucky to have her back.
That was not me it was Alexa LOL…I asked Alexa – general hospital soap opera actress Jane Elliot’s age, it said 88 .. I dunno…but I respect her for not forcing herself to look 30 she is natural….
Thanks for your reply, Su000!
Alexa can be so temperamental sometimes…
And you’re absolutely right!
H-e-e-y there, Su, Long time, no hear!
Here’s looking at you, kid.
Couldn’t agree more with everything you said about Jane. I love that she’s chosen to age naturally and gracefully on screen, which is so rare in show business. She’s 76 years old, though. Not 88, lol.
She’s 76. But agreed, she’s an ageless beauty and sharpest actress and wit!
She’s 76 not 88
She is 76, not 88
I completely agree Su000 though Jane is only 76, born in 1947, the same year as my mother.
She’s 78
Check your facts…Jane is 76-years old, NOT 88!
Jane can’t be 88!!!!! Wonderful actress and keeps everyone on their toes when she is in a scene with them. Brook Lynn does a great job in their scenes together. I love her snarky attitude. Much needed in this soap to entertain the masses.
She is 76 years old
most watchable actor on daytime or nighttime even
I’m not a fan of Tracy, but I do love Jane’s portraying of her. I have watched GH since I came into this world in 1981, my mom was placing me in her lap with my bottle. Lol. I’m so glad to hear an original is remaining on the show. I’m a forever gh fan. Mat Bobbie (Jackie jersey girl zeman) (( jersey boy here too!!)) RIP. I was so upset to hear she had passed earlier in May. GH 4EVER!!!!!
I wish Jane were back on contract, but I can understand if she doesn’t want that at this stage of her life. She likes to be able to come and go, and she’s certainly more than earned the right. I’ll take whatever I can get of Tracy on my screen. As OG Steve pointed out in another thread, she’s one of the last of the old guard from the 1970s.
Hoping they’re finally able to address the Jackie Z/Bobbie situation with the regular writers returning. And it definitely seems like this is the start of that. I keep hoping that this talk of Luke will lead to the reveal that he’s really alive, and we might be able to see Tony Geary drop in for Bobbie’s funeral. I still can’t accept that they killed a legendary character like Luke Spencer off screen in a cable car accident. It always felt like that was part of a a bigger story. To this point it hasn’t materialized, but here’s hoping. It wouldn’t seem right if Luke wasn’t there to send off his beloved Barbara Jean.
Hey Dan – thanks for the mention. BTW – Jane has been on contract since her return in April.
While the death of Luke offscreen was awkward, I just don’t see them bringing him back.
When Tracy returns she needs to share scenes with not just Michael and BLQ but her other family member Jake Webber who’s one of her grandnephews played by Hudson West.
Great news! Jane’s portrayal of TQ is nothing short of spectacular! I was thrilled when she returned. Nothing like TQ to shake things up & cause problems. Loved to see TQ hasn’t lost her edge.
I’m a Fan favorite of G H & I do Love Tracy, I’ve been watching the soap for about 40 yrs. She makes the soap even more interesting
Very, very good news about Tracey “Q”. I am pleased that you heard our voice.
Likewise, so relived that the fiasco about Eddie is all over, thank goodness.
Now, please EXPOSE Nina, and send her away; far,far away.
I’m glad she’s gone! We need some happiness in this story, instead of so much tearing people apart!!
I always wondered why Jane’s picture never shows on the intro. Tell her w want to see her beautiful face on it!
I always sell Tracy as this reminder of like a older or younger princess Leia or Carrie Fisher with all her classic theatrics and antics and her way with words and expression I mean imagine now seeing Jane acting something with Harrison Ford
So glad she’s coming back. I missed her Everytime she’d leave. She brings life to GH. She definitely is her father’s daughter. pay her what she wants to keep her. Brook Lynn can control her if she digs deep enough, love love Lois, when her character would stay forever. Her and Tracy are a hoot together. Lol
I’m so happy Jane Elliot is back on GH. It just isn’t the same without Tracy. I love the way she stirs things up, but yet can have a heart felt moment too.
I love Jane Elliot! She is the epitome of a soap opera villain. She is a wonderful actress and the one you love to hate! She has the ability to make her character really believable! Nobody does it better! I’ve watched GH since day 1 of it’s existence and will watch it til the day I die! True Blue Die Hard GH fan!!!
This time, upon her return, let’s add her to the opening photo montage as well! She’s a legacy character and deserves to be there!
It’s time for a photo shoot. Kate Mansi (Kristina) has been on contract for over 6 months and needs to be added as well. Other pics are severely outdated – Maxie and Liesl look so much different.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Josslyn Gets a Visitor in Obrecht, Chase Makes A High-Profile Arrest … But Who is it?
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, after Cullum (Andrew Hawkes) chloroformed Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati), she winds up thrown into the secret room at Wydemere with Josslyn Jacks. Now, both Obrecht and Joss are under the thumb of Cullum and Sidwell (Carlo Rota) for different reasons.
However, what will Cassius (Ryan Paevey) think of the news that his mother is being forced to finish Britt’s (Kelly Thiebaud) work on Faison’s final project? Cassius gets very alarmed when Sidwell informs him in the Monday, June 8 “Next on General Hospital” video teaser, that, “Locating Britt is no longer a priority.”
Meanwhile, Portia’s (Brook Kerr) baby shower is here, which could wind up in an all out war between Isaiah Gannon (Sawandi Wilson) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner). While Curtis is lawyering up with someone, Portia wants Isaiah to “just hold off for now.” Is she referring to him suing Curtis for destroying his ability to operate after injury his hand, or to stay away from the baby shower?
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KRISTINA’S PLANS
Kristina Corinthos-Davis (Kate Mansi) pays a visit to Lucas Jones (Van Hansis). It appears she drops the news of her decision to leave Port Charles to attend medical school at UCLA, which paves the way for Kate Mansi’s upcoming exit. When talking with Lucas she says, “A lot of people are going to be surprised by this.“ Is it that she wants to become a doctor, or is something else also going on?
By week’s end Chase (Josh Swickard) is going to make a major arrest! Who gets hand-cuffed and taken to the PCPD? Is it Sidwell, who Lucas was trying to set-up or someone else? Stay tuned.
Now below, check out the official GH spoilers for the week of June 8-12.
MONDAY, JUNE 8
Laura relishes her victory. Jossyn’s days may be numbered. Kristina issues a request. Curtis seeks Alexis’ help. Kai worries about Trina.
TUESDAY, JUNE 9
“Nathan” makes a major confession. Portia’s baby shower is a tense affair. Sidwell is on the warpath. Willow is blindsided. Brook Lynn issues an apology.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10
Carly takes action. Trina makes a bold decision. Dante gets bad news. Willow receives a tempting offer. Curtis and Portia clash.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11
Valentin cautions Carly. Ava has a guilty conscience. Sonny is taken by surprise. Nina checks in on “Nathan.” Cody scores points with Molly. Danny and Charlotte make a plan.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
Ethan weighs his options. Tracy has harsh words for Willow. Brook Lynn seeks Sonny’s aid. Chase makes a high-profile arrest. Alexis is persuasive.
You can check out the General Hospital preview video for the Monday, June 8 episode below.
Now weigh-in: Will Josslyn and Obrecht work together to escape Wyndemere? Who is Chase going to arrest? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Cullum Kidnaps Obrecht as Britt’s Replacement to Finish Faison’s Final Project
WSB director Ross Cullum is truly as despicable villain as they come, and played with steely intensity by Andrew Hawkes. For the double agents latest crime, you need to look no further than the Friday, June 5 cliffhanger of General Hospital, where in the episode’s final moments he sneaks up on an unassuming Dr. Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati) after hiding in the back seat of her car.
Next, he chloroforms her with his intent clear. He plans on forcing her to finish the last leg of Faison’s final project at Wyndemere, since her daughter Dr. Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) left town with Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr) in tow to get away from Cullum!
In what led to the kidnapping, Cullum had a terse conversation with his business associate and co-conspirator on the project, Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota). It is Sidwell who is preoccupied with wanting to bring Marco’s killer to justice (not knowing it’s the man right in front of him!). Sidwell told Cullum if bringing Marco’s killer to justice wasn’t a priority for the WSB director, then why should protecting Cullum be a priority for him?
SIDWELL VS. CULLUM
The two finally put aside their differences as they have to complete Faison’s final project for it will be highly lucrative for them, useful for their mutual gains, and groundbreaking. In order to do that they need a great mind with a scientific background to finish it up and get them to the finish line since Britt as disappeared.
Later, outside of “General Hospital,” Obrecht is headed back to her car after searching Britt’s office for any clues as to the whereabouts of her daughter. But when she got in the car to drive away, that’s when the aforementioned Cullum strikes!
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BROOK LYNN GETS ADVICE FROM A FORMER ADULTERESS
In other key developments, after Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) keeps inserting herself into Chase (Josh Swickard) and Brook Lynn’s (Amanda Setton) life, all with the seeming pretense to pay back Chase for helping her clear her name at the trial, and standing by her, she brings good news in person about baby Phoebe’s adoption to Alexis’ (Nancy Lee Grahn) law office to Chase. Once Brook Lynn heard Chase was on her away over with paperwork, she decided to hightail it out of there for an “emergency” appointment for Deception.
As we come to find out, Brook Lynn meets up with Lucy (Lynn Herring) at the Metro Court pool, She then proceeds to inform Lucy about Willow sniffing around he husband. Lucy says she knows a thing or two about being an adulteress. Brook Lynn wants Lucy to help her send a clear message to Willow to stay away from her husband, or else!
Now below, check out the scenes before Obrecht was kidnapped where she visited Willow, Nina (Cynthia Watros) and Drew (Cameron Mathison) and suspects Willow is up to no good.
Then let us know, with Lucy taking Brook Lynn under her wing, what plot do you think the two will come up with against Willow? What do you think will happen to Obrecht? With Lucas also at Wyndemere trying to bait Sidwell into an attempted murder charge, will he winds up thrown in the secret room with Josslyn? Share your thoughts and theories on the latest GH via the comment section below.
Beyond the Gates
2026 SDSA TV Award Nominations: All Five Daytime Dramas Score in Best Achievement in Set Decoration
The Set Decorators Society of America has revealed its nominations for 2025-26 SDSA Awards for Television, which recognizes the work of the set decoration and production designers in primetime, streaming and daytime series.
This year, all five soap operas: Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless all received nominations in the Best Achievement in Decor/Design of a Daytime Series category.
In its official SDSA rule book, to qualify for the category of a Daytime Series, which includes daytime dramas, daytime talk shows, daytime game shows, and daytime children’s programming, all episodes must air before 6:00pm and must have a credited Set Decorator. For daytime dramas, the content must contain multiple plotlines that are carried over from episode to episode.
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WHICH EPISODES CAN BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPETITION?
The eligibility year for episodes runs June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. Founded in 1993, the SDSA is an international nonprofit professional association dedicated to promoting excellence and preserving the legacy of the art of set decoration in motion pictures and television.
Several popular primetime and streaming titles that have wrapped their final seasons also received nods including Euphoria, Stranger Things, Hacks, Outlander, and The Boys. Popular titles such as Bridgerton.
Take a look below at the nominated scenic design teams from your favorite soaps:
Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Daytime Series
Beyond The Gates: Set Decoration by Cynthia Slagter with Production Design by Bruton Jones
The Bold and the Beautiful: Set Decoration by Prim Rosales, Beth Wooke, Prerna Chawla, Charlotte Garnell, Chelsea Mondelli, Michelle Hall, & Linda Louise Sheets with Production Design by Lou A. Trabbie III
Days of Our Lives: Set Decoration by Adele Caine & Sarah Holmes with Production Design by Tom Early & Dan Olexiewicz
General Hospital: Set Decoration by Jennifer Elliot with Production Design by Andrew Evashchen
The Young and the Restless: Set Decoration by Jennifer Haybach, Justine Mercado, Maria Dirolf, & Monica Lowe with Production Design by David Hoffmann
So, which soap opera from the calendar year of basically June of 2025 to a week ago in 2026, do you think has had the best looking sets? Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, or The Young and the Restless? Make you pick and drop it in the comment section below.
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