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Jon Lindstrom in Opening Credits of ‘Beyond the Gates’ as GH’s Kevin Is Headed Back to Ireland Without Laura
As the first full week of 2026 began, Jon Lindstrom was making moves on-screen. First, the fan favorite and talented actor/author is now in the opening credits of season two of Beyond the Gates in his role of Joey Armstrong. At the same time, and while he also appeared in the opening credits of his longtime role of Dr. Kevin Collins on General Hospital, in story, Lindstrom’s Kevin was having a come-to-Jesus moment with his wife, Laura (Genie Francis).
The story point sends Kevin off the Port Charles canvas where Lindstrom continues to shoot his more intriguing role of the shady mobster on the CBS soap opera which shoots in Atlanta, Georgia, while General Hospital tapes in Los Angeles.
On the Monday, January 5 episode of GH, after Laura learned of Sidwell’s (Carlo Rota) threat against her grandson Ace, Laura urges Kevin to accept the teaching position in Dublin that he so wants to do, and to bring the little boy with him to keep him safe. Kevin says he would only go if Laura would come too, otherwise he is staying behind.
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Laura tells him she must stay in Port Charles to protect Sonny (Maurice Benard) and the rest of their family. She feels she is safe from harm since Sidwell needs her in the mayor’s office to do his bidding. Laura also points out that Sidwell could take out his revenge on Lulu (Alexa Havins Bruening) or her other grandchildren. Kevin says he won’t abandon his wife.
Eventually, Laura implores Kevin goes to Ireland with Ace. It would allow her to focus on what she needs to do to take down Sidwell. At that point, Kevin finally agrees to leave with Ace. In that moment, Laura leans on her husband as he holds her, saying she loves him more now than ever for agreeing to take Ace with him, and for looking after the little boy and putting the child first.
When Lindstrom began airing in his most recent GH return in early December of 2025, he shared with TV Insider that it was “difficult to find the time” to carve out time in his schedule to play Kevin while he was playing BTG’s Joey.
In his decision to focus on his role on Beyond the Gates, Lindstrom added, “In all fairness to me, it had whittled down to about one or two shows a month, so Kevin had been fairly inactive for a long time. I haven’t seen him have a really active story since the show Port Charles or unless Ryan (Chamberlin, Kevin’s twin) was around, so it was kind of a no-brainer.”
As for future appearances on GH, Jon related. “It all comes down to scheduling. ’l’ll do GH anytime. I just don’t know if we can work it out. I’m busier than I’ve ever been, and I thought I’d be retired by now!”
So, glad to see Jon in the opening credits of Beyond the Gates? What did you think of the story plot and reasoning between Kevin and Laura on General Hospital, that sends Kevin to Ireland? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Swapping out Ben Gavin (Derek Baldwin) for Jon Lindstrom (Joey Armstrong) was a smart decision on so many levels, and his opening shot is outstanding! Hoping this means he is upped to contract, as well!
Does BTG (like GH does) include recurring performers in their credits or does that mean Jon is on contract there now?
As for writing Kevin (and Ace) off for the canvas for a bit – it’s certainly better than coming up with lame excuses for not showing the character. Laura’s story can progress with a logical reason for her husband not being around.
Congrats to Jon for being in high demand, with both acting and another book on the way.
As of Friday, January 2, Lindstrom was listed as recurring; it remains to be seen if he has been upped. But Beyond the Gates only has its contract/series regulars in their openings.
You need to get a job honey instead of policing this website
Stop being racist and maybe I’ll consider it.
Michael, is there a genuine way to block Dottie from responding to my comments?
Michael
Thanks for all you do on this site and providing an open forum for commentary.
Dottie has repeatedly posted racist digs at Beyond the Gates which negate any other benign comments she makes.
This is one area where I’m in agreement with Scott. Restricting her from commenting will make your monitoring much easier.
Dottie, just a suggestion. You’ve gone out of your way time and time again to express your unmitigated disdain for Beyond the Gates while injecting racial slurs as to leave no doubt as to your motivation. You started this puzzling behavior even before this new daytime series aired just based on the promotions. Why not just scroll on by when you see a Michael Fairman blog on Beyond the Gates? Otherwise, you might come off as some kind of troll.
How is she protecting Sonny? He’s really protecting HER ‼️
I didn’t mention the Sonny connection in my comments. At this point, they’re in it together.
While this idea of shipping Kevin & poor little nameless “Ace” off to Ireland is a convenient plot poiot to explain Kevin’s absence, I suspect there’s a future plot twist at work here.
Of all the places they could send Kevin off to, why Ireland?
Remember that Kevin’s psycho niece, Ace’s mother Esme was raised by an Irish nanny. And while most mortals in Port Charles assume that Esme drowned in Paris, they never found her body, and I can say for a fact that she’s not in Hell. (and we all know she wouldn’t be going the other direction)
I’m predicting that Esme’s going to stumble across her as yet unnamed offspring in Ireland soon. Perhaps during February sweeps. Or mid March, if they really wanted to play up the Irish card with a St Patrick’s Day twist.
This is one of your better speculative storylines. None of this, however, could be done until the Sidwell story wraps- and I’m guessing we’ve got another 6 months to go.
I’m guessing we see a new Spencer sometime later in 2026. One or two of Liz’s kids will be recast. I won’t hold my breath, but a new Dillon would be my top request.
I’m thinking Sidwell should wrap by end of February.
That gives them just 6 weeks to wrap everything up. We haven’t even delved into the Nathan connection yet. I’m going with a May sweeps resolution.
Esme called the baby Ace before he was born and named him Ace after he was born. His name is Ace.
That’s true, but Helena would rolling over in her grave to learn her great grandson had that name.
While Scout is in the same vein as Ace, at least her legal first name is Emily. Ace could’ve been short for Horace or Wallace. Even a middle name for Nikolas Cassadine II
I love the name Scout. It was the name of a great character in the book and movie To Kill a Mockingbird.
I love Jon but want him on GH. I miss him. But if can’t make it work then he needs to be recast. Just like Ned i want him back too. I need my Kevin and Ned fix.
Sorry you’re disappointed you’re not getting your Ned and Kevin fix. Recasting doesn’t always work out.
You can’t be a good junkie if you wait on Kevin and Ned fixes . They’re rarely on.
I totally agree with you
It makes sense to explain Kevin’s absence while Laura is dealing with the Sidwell situation. But, it doesn’t make me happy. I think Laura and Kevin make a formidable team and I want to see Kevin on air regularly. I understand that could be challenging given Jon’s BTG role. I hope they could work out a schedule that satisfies both shows.
I totally agree with you. That would be great
I don’t blame Jon Lindstrom. He’s a brilliant actor and GH just wasted him. I miss him but glad he found work elsewhere. GH’s loss is BTG’s gain.
True,his facial expression does not represent his role on GH,he is slimy and sneaky
Hoping Jon will come back when, or just before, this sidwell storyline wraps up. Glad he’s got something to tide him over til gh can find something for Kevin to do in port chuck.
I wished Kevin had come back permanently to help on the fight against Sidwell! He’s wasted on BTG.And a child so young shouldn’t be sent to a strange house , in a strange country , with a Nanny he doesn’t know . Kevin will be gone all the time to work.
Jon Lindstrom is a great actor. I like him on both shows
He brought too much Joey Armstrong with him to Port Charles. Kevin never acted tough even during a crisis and he had that Joey tough look.
Yes I noticed that too, but I also liked that Kevin got a back bone
Sick of GH not giving air time to long time characters and good actors. This is why they lieave.
Who left? Jon will come back when his schedule permits.
What if Sidwell has connections in Ireland? And Sunny has no connections, then they have Sidwell coming at them from two directions (two countries).
Maybe Sonny, does, have connections in Ireland.
After almost an entire YEAR GONE we finally got to see Kevin Collins again! With that said Why would anyone blame JL for choosing BTG over GH?? Joey Armstrong is One of my Favorite Characters. Love Love Love Joey and Vanessa!
Jon Linstrom is a superb actor! He’s great on BTG! I hope he continues to play the role of Joey Armstrong.
Jon seems to be more appreciated at Beyond The Gates so he should go where the work is. I enjoyed his first novel and I’m looking forward to the sequel.
I love him in Beyond the Gates!!
I was wonder how he,was going to work to soaps so I knew one was just temporary. So when GH brought up his job being moved I knew he would be leaving GH, good way to segway him off GH for a while
Segue not segway dear
It was great and to keep their grandson Ace safe
I love Lindstrom in BTG. I love the romance between Joey and Vanessa. Good decision Linstrom. I was just thinking about both characters this weekend and I said that I hope he stay with BTG.
I love Jon Lindstrom’s Joey Armstrong on the BTG. He fills his role exceptionally. He plays the gangster boss like a real mobster. Vernon is supposed to be the guy with all of the power, but to me it’s Joey Armstrong and Bill Hamilton.
So happy to see Jon Lindstrom on the credits for Beyond the Gates!!
He will be missed on GH and I wish him the best in his upcoming role
I want to see Kevin back in Port Charles to help Laura and Sonny take down Sidwell
Good plan, he will be missed but always allows a come back in the future
While Smitty tries to hold the fort down in his marriage to congressman Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) and their two teenaged children, Samantha (Najah Jackson) and Tyrell (Jaden Lucas Miller) on Beyond the Gates, Emmy-winner Mike Manning has also landed another feature film role.
According to Deadline, Manning has joined the cast of Deify with 6 other new cast members for the indie psychological horror film starring Neal McDonough and Skeet Ulrich, which was previously announced last week.
Joining Manning as the latest cast addition are: Dennis Haysbert, Ashley Greene, Casey Harnett, Kirk Avecdo, Anji White, anf Nicholas Chimera who’s directing the pic also has a part in the film.
WHAT’S THE STORY OF DEIFY?
Taking to his Instagram with the news of his casting, Manning shared, “A movie about a cult? What could possibly go wrong? Come for the enlightenment. Stay because they won’t let you leave. DEIFY is coming…”
The movie is currently shooting in Chicago and in story, “a cult leader is put on trial after causing his devoted followers to be burned alive. The film is inspired in part by events surrounding the 1993 Waco, Texas, standoff between members of the Branch Davidians church and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, one of the largest civilian firefights ever recorded on American soil.”
MIKE MANNING IS A DAYTIME EMMY NOMINEE
In addition, the multi-talented Manning is a producer on the feature. Previously, Mike was nominated last month in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for the upcoming 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards. He previously won an Emmy for his role on The Bay and for being a producer on the digital drama.
Mike’s previous credits include the role of Charlie Dale on Days of Our Lives and the Manny on This Is Us, plus various primetime and screen credits.
So intrigued to find what role Mike will play in the upcoming horror/cult film, Deify? Enjoying him as Smitty on Beyond the Gates? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
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BEYOND THE GATES Preview: Andre’s Blast From The Past Is Set To Turn His Life Upside Down
On Beyond the Gates, Andre Richardson’s (Sean Freeman) “happily” married life to Dani Dupree (Karla Mosley) is about to be tested like never before on upcoming episodes of the CBS soap opera the week of August 17-21.
After the shocking reveal on the Friday, August 14 cliffhanger, viewers learned that the person who was sending Andre ominous text messages is none other than The Impaler herself, Heather Armstrong (Ashley Jones). Clearly from the latest promo for the action at the Bowman hotel and in and around Fairmont Crest (see below), Andre knows Heather quite well, as she makes moves on him.
While all this is going down, Dani tries to diffuse the Dupree family for thinking there is anything going on between her and her ex-husband, Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett). Dani’s behavior over Bill being in the hospital has been of someone who is still deeply in love with the guy (specially because of her very public outbursts) and as viewers know, she recently had sex with her ex in the elevator at the country club during a tornado!
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HEATHER ARMSTRONG IS ON THE HUNT FOR ANDRE
Poor Andre has no idea about the elevator liaison, and recently visited Bill in his hospital room to tell him to stay away from his wife, when and if he gets out of his hospital bed! But now, the tables may be turned, if Heather gets her claws into Andre.
Take a look at the official Beyond the Gates spoilers for this week below.
Monday, August 17
Andre is pulled down by his past. Tensions mount between Tomas and Naomi. Chelsea and Kat pair fashion with controversy. Vernon confronts Bill about his intentions with Dani.
Tuesday, August 18
Bill flirts with disaster. Hayley and Ashley clash. Eva’s words instigate Leslie. Carlton gives Ted a major update while Nicole does the same with Vanessa. Shanice fields an unanticipated request. Smitty disappoints Martin.
Wednesday, August 19
Nicole’s plan saves the night for Noah. Dani and Andre color outside the lines. Jacob enlists Grayson and Ashley to surprise Naomi. Vernon’s plans for Anita get interrupted.
Thursday, August 20
Leslie’s forced to reckon with her past in order to move on with her future. Bill and Ted bond over their shared history. An unexpected reaction causes Nicole to self-examine in front of Kial. Eva and Izaiah divulge some hard truths with each other.
Friday, August 21
Chelsea is haunted by unresolved trauma while her father reaches his breaking point. Dani locks horns with Hayley. Randy tails Heather. Madison gets conflicting information from two adversaries. Andre issues a threat.
Now below, check out the CBS promo for all-new episodes of Beyond the Gates.
Then let us know, do you think Andre knows just how dangerous Heather is … or he has no idea? Will Heather blackmail him into sex, or will he go willingly? Is the end of Andre and Dani for good, or will he continue to be the upstanding guy in their relationship, even though he knows in his heart that he cannot compete with the pull of Dani towards Bill? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below.
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Tamara Tunie Opens Up About ‘Beyond the Gates’ Co-Star Clifton Davis Emmy Snub, and Her ‘Bittersweet’ Nomination Upon Scott Bryce’s Death
Beyond the Gates scored 15 Daytime Emmy nominations, the best-ever showing for a series entering the Daytime Emmy race in history for the first time. Among those 15 nominations came the news of the well-deserved nod for Tamara Tunie as Outstanding Lead Actress for her role of Anita Williams Dupree.
Tunie is nominated in the Lead Actress category along with her TV daughter, Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree). For both actresses, this marks their first Daytime Emmy nominations.
However, one of the main actors on the show, Clifton Davis, who plays Anita’s husband, Vernon Dupree, did not make the list for the Lead Actor finalists.
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CLIFTON DAVIS TOOK LEAD ACTOR OMISSION ‘LIKE A CHAMP’
In a talk with Gold Derby, Tunie addressed the omission by sharing, awards are a “dice roll from year to year.” She shared she hopes in 2027 Davis will get his due. Tamara offered up Clifton’s reaction to not being amongst the cast going for gold on October 30, the night of the Daytime Emmys in Hollywood.
“There were several other people who were overlooked, not just Clifton, and it’s all with a grain of salt, and it’s not a reflection on the work in any way, shape, or form,” the veteran actress explained. “Oftentimes, as we know in this business, there are other considerations and things that happen. Some votes may cancel out other votes, and it just doesn’t mean anything. It doesn’t diminish that he’s a legend, and he always will be. He took it like a champ. He’s been doing this long enough to understand that it doesn’t reflect the work at all.”
JOY MIXED WITH SORROW AFTER THE PASSING OF AS THE WORLD TURNS’ SCOTT BRYCE
In addition to the joy of scoring her long overdue Emmy nomination, Tunie also experienced incredible sorrow. The night before the Daytime Emmy nominations were revealed for Lead Actress on Monday, July 13, came the news that Tamara’s longtime friend and As the World Turns co-star, Scott Bryce, has lost his battle with cancer at the age of 68.
It was gut-punch to Tamara’s soul. She recalled, “He was my brother. I was so heartbroken and low, and then the announcement came that I was nominated, and it lifted my spirits tremendously. At the same time, it was bittersweet and poignant, because I know that Scotty would have been the first one to pick up the phone and call me.”
Bryce appeared as Craig Montgomery on the CBS soap opera from 1982–1991, 1993–1994, and 2007–2008. Tamara Tunie played Jessica Griffin from 1987 to February 1995, 1999 -2007, and one final appearance in 2009.
To honor her beloved friend, while Tunie was not able to attend Scott’s Celebration of Life service in Connecticut on July 25, she did write a beautiful tribute that was read during the memorial to the attendees.
TAMARA TUNIE’S DAYTIME-EMMY NOMINATED REEL SCENE SELECTIONS
Tamara also shared what scenes were on her nominated reel which includes: “Anita doing a rap, Anita being her own female impersonator, and Anita in what I call my Michael Corleone moment, when Dani has shot up the wedding and she comes into the house and I say, ‘Is this my daughter I see before me? How dare you!'”
In addition, Anita’s cancer journey is also part of the reel. Tunie explained how she was able to play the story which suc poignancy. “I have loved ones who have been on that cancer journey. Some survived, some did not. I was able to pull a lot of emotional information because of my experiences with loved ones.”
So, do you feel Clifton Davis was a definite Lead Actor Daytime Emmy snub? Are you rooting for Tamara to pick up the gold statuette given the heartbreaking loss of Scott Bryce and the scenes on her nominated reel? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
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