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Kirsten Storms Addresses ‘General Hospital’ Status, Restraining Order Filed by Brandon Barash, and Clarification on Alleged Break-In

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Late Sunday night on June 7, longtime General Hospital, Kirsten Storms (Maxie Jones), shared a personal and professional update addressing elements of her ex-husband Brandon Barash’s (ex-Johnny, GH and Stefan/Jake, DAYS) restraining order against her, the continued issues she has faced with her alleged apartment break-in when she was away from her home in Tennessee, and what her GH fans want to know, if she might be coming back anytime soon to the ABC daytime drama series.

“I’m sure some of you guys have read the stories online regarding a situation involving something my ex-husband is currently trying to claim,” began Kirsten in her new Instagram post. “Because I did see one story online stating I reported the apartment break-in AFTER he filed something against me in court, I really need to address this entire issue.”

Back in April, a report from TMZ surfaced that Barash filed a restraining order last year citing concerns of Storms ‘behavior” and “great concern of (Kirsten’s) ability to adequately care for their minor child,” citing from September 2024 until June of 2025, Kirsten never maintained a permanent residence, and either stayed with friends or at hotels.” Brandon and Kirsten share a daughter, Harper Rose, who is now 12.

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COMMUNICATION TIMELINE

In her Instagram post, Kirsten continued, “Not only because the records/evidence will show those stories are completely false (the break-in happened and was reported to the building and Franklin PD before he filed anything in court), but also because ‘it puts my safety in a dangerous position for anyone to try and shift focus away from the fact that there was a person regularly entering my residence while I was out of town for medical appts in St Louis.'”

“You can see from my previous posts that the damage to the lock on my apartment door was extensive and obvious. I took that photo in August of last year – months before Brandon filed anything in court, I was also speaking with the people who worked in the leasing office of the building (in person and via email), attempting to get answers on the damage to my door and wanting to know about locating building camera footage,” explained Storms.

“This communication also started the first week of August. I waited to post about the break-in on my Instagram for a few months. I had already moved out of the building and honestly, it’s been something that is difficult to accept happened pretty much as soon as I moved out here. Choosing to take time off from work (for my own personal reasons) was a ‘leap of faith’ kind of moment for myself. Seeking a ‘quality a life” kinda thing?’,”concluded the actress.

THE DIFFICULT TRANSITION IN MOVING TO TENNESSEE

“Moving to Tennessee, as a single mom who lives alone 50% of the time, with a newly discovered brain aneurysm….well, I don’t think I need to explain how upsetting this entire situation has been for me. Realizing that not only was my apartment/space/privacy being violated, but this person also gained access to my WiFi and cellphone *while in my apartment* (the Franklin PD has received evidence on all of this – resulting in an investigation). I haven’t been online much because of how the circumstances have been twisted into something that it shouldn’t be. This has been a very serious thing for me to go through.”

As per usual, Storms has had to weather the good, the bad and the naysayers in her social media posts. She took a moment to also acknowledge those who are sending her good thoughts along the way during her struggles, “Thank you for the encouraging DM’s and good vibes being sent my way. I have no doubt this will be handled in the correct way and I will feel comfortable remaining in Tennessee.”

A FUTURE IN PORT CHARLES?

As to the potential of her returning to General Hospital, it doesn’t sound like Kirsten will be back anytime soon. “Given what’s been going on, I can’t say I will feel comfortable heading back to Los Angeles and returning to work, explained Storms. “This has been an eye opening experience about the downside of my profession. My daughter is my entire life, she is (and always will be) my first priority.”

You can check out Kirsten’s full post below.

Given what Kirsten has shared, do you think GH should continue to do as they have been, resting the character of Maxie off-screen? Do you think they should address her absence in the story somehow? What do you think about the continued battle the actress is having with the alleged break-in? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

 

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Someone better call Jen Lilley or Molly Burnett because Maxie is going to be needed in Port Charles once this whole, “Nathan” storyline blows up. I just hope all goes well in the future for Storms

I don’t think Jen Liley would ever return to General Hospital after how terrible her experience was.

Jen Lilley has stated multiple times she’d never go back to General Hospital due to how she was treated on set that last time she was there.

What exactly was her experience on the set?? This is my first time hearing this.

In an interview in 2020, she said:

I thought–GH, for me, personally was a much more stressful environment and there was a lot of emphasis on your weight. I would be told, ‘Hey, you have to have a sex scene. Don’t drink water, you’ll bloat,’ and I’m like, ‘That’s not acceptable.’ Whereas Days of Our Lives was never like that, ever.

And since then, she’s maintained that stance that the experience on General Hospital behind-the-scenes was not one she would ever walk back into; plus, the “fan” response was too toxic for her.

God. That is horrible. I did not know she endured all of that. I really liked Jen Liley’s portrayal of Maxie. She made the part her own but some soap fans, in particular Kristen Storms’ fans, tend to be rabidly and irrationally protective of their girl.

Does Kirsten have parents that are still alive? Emme Rylan was taking care of her during her surgeries. That is very nice, but I did often wonder where her parents were at.

My thoughts and prayers are with Kirsten. That being said at least a temp recast is needed.

“Never complain, never explain.”
~Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Welcome back Jen Lilley!

That’s about as helpful as a gadfly on a pimple.

This is just… messy, and it’s disappointing that a child is involved in this. But for the courts to grant a restraining order, there must be some kind of proof in the pudding to the claims Brandon Barash has made.

As for Maxie, at this point, the character is not really needed. Just explain she and Spinelli are living peacefully in Port Charles, or they relocated back to Portland, and so on. And with Serena Baldwin coming back, the need for Maxie is not really there.

I wish KS nothing but the best, but Maxie is needed on the canvas. It makes no sense for her not to be a part of the Nathan/Cassius storyline. I am still confused why she came back a few months ago for a week and hasn’t been seen since the Lulu/Nathan dating argument.

All the best to her. As she said, she has no plains to come back in the near future. Her child comes first. For storyline purposes, I think the character of Maxie should be replaced with another actress. She was involved in quite a few stories (Sidwell & Cassius) and she has Spinelli and two children.

I’m not going to get into her personal issues – only send along good wishes for their daughter.

As for Maxie, we’ll need someone (Burnett, Paggi) to come in for a few episodes for the Cassius unveiling and the reveal that Sidwell caused her heart attack.

Sad for Kristina Wagner as Felicia’s already diminished screen time is unlikely to improve.

I think it’s obvious she has serious problems and needs help. I hope she is getting help. She should abstain from posting on social media because it is not helping her. She needs to focus on herself. I hope she has family or friends who can help her, but it is hard. The person has to want to get help.

This part. Exactly.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Are Michael and Willow Headed Back Into Each Other’s Arms?

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Could it be after all is said and done that Michael Corinthos (Rory Gibson) and Willow Cain (Katelyn MacMullen) might actually get back together? It sure seemed like a possibility after viewers witnessed the Monday, August 10 episode of General Hospital.

In it, Michael raced to Nina’s after Jacinda revealed she drugged Willow. Out of an abundance of concern, Michael wanted to make sure his children, Amelia and Wiley, were safe, but also to check on his ex-wife.

When he arrived on the scene, Willow was high as a kite and Michael was trying to defuse the situation when he sees Amelia and Wiley witnessing the whole thing. He is shocked to find out from Willow that Yuri dropped off the kids to her when it wasn’t her night to have them, because Yuri said he had a hot date. Michael noticed the iced coffee on the table, realizing he has to keep it away from Willow (who had been drinking it).

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THE SPARK BETWEEN MICHAEL AND WILLOW

Once the kids left the room, Michael informed Willow she was high. She tells him she would never take drugs and that he was ruining her buzz kill and asks him to please not fight with her. When Michael finally gets Willow to lay down on the couch she tells him that she likes when they were friends and his calming voice. Michael told Willow, “I liked that, too.”

In that moment between Michael and Willow, it appeared like the spark was still there between the former couple, but how could they go back to anything after all the terrible things they have done to one another, and mostly all of Willow’s machinations, which to this point Michael doesn’t even know?

If Michael finds out (as in the preview this week where it’s teased that Trina and Kai tell him about Willow shooting Drew), will he still feel the same about her, or understand all of her motives and what led to it?

JACINDA IS OUTTA HERE

At the end of Monday’s episode, Jacinda (Paige Herschell) called Michael, and was so relieved when he told her he was able to get to Willow in time, before things escalated further. Jacinda say, “No harm done. That’s good, right?” Michael looks over at Willow asleep and is beyond pissed with Jacinda.

Now. in the preview for today’s Tuesday, August 11 episode of the ABC daytime drama series, Jacinda is in tears telling Michael, “I’ll go, on one condition.” Looks like this will be the end of Michael and Jacinda, but what will she ask of him before she makes her exit?  stay tuned.

So, do you think the GH writers will circle back to Michael and Willow getting back together for the sake of their children, and fall back in love with each other? Do you think Serena Baldwin and Michael being teased as potential pairing, was just a tease and no more than that? Glad that it seems like Jacinda is on her way out, or do you like Jacinda and Michael together?

Weigh-in via the comment section, but first check out the scenes from Monday’s GH, where Michael rescues Willow, and the GH video teaser for today’s episode below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Can Trina Help Michael Stop Willow From Taking Away His Children?

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the action picks right back up with Michael (Rory Gibson) questioning Jacinda (Paige Herschell) on what exactly she did to exact revenge on her after Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) got a restraining order against her.

In the newly-released video teaser promo for the ABC soap opera, Michael is with Jacinda and is astonished when he says, “You drugged the mother of my children?” Jacinda realizes she made an irreversible mistake in her relationship with Michael, which may now be kaput.

Meanwhile, in what appears to be the aftermath of her drinking the laced coffee, Willow wakes up from her couch, somewhat disheveled, and is seen asking Nina (Cynthia Watros), “What happened?” Later, Michael and Willow come face to face after the incident with Nina’s voiceover as a precursor to the action, saying, “Willow’s war with Michael is escalating.”

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MICHAEL MAY FIND AN ALLIANCE TO FEND OFF WILLOW

Now an angry Willow, who had finally got shared custody of her children with Michael, Wiley (Viron Weaver) and Amelia (Sienna Goerisch), feels emblazoned to get them all for herself. Willow tells Michael, “I am taking my kids.” But, not so fast Willow!

From the looks of it, Trina (Tabyana Ali) and Kai (Jens Austin Astrup) arrive at the Quartermaine mansion just in time to talk to Michael. Trina confesses, “We can help you stop her!” Will Trina and Kai finally admit they know that Willow is the person who shot Drew Cain (Cameron Mathison)?

Finally, the verdict is in at Curtis’ (Donnell Turner) trial. Will he be found guilty or innocent of assaulting Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson), which put an end to the doctors surgical career? Stay tuned.

WHAT ELSE WILL HAPPEN IN PORT CHARLES THIS WEEK?

Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for episodes airing August 10-14.

MONDAY, AUGUST 10
Jason tries to reason with Drew. Michael makes a promise. Josslyn shares news with Carly. Britt receives encouragement from an unlikely source. Brook Lynn is alarmed.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11
Cody encounters Serena. Emma is disappointed. Nina runs interference. Jordan is caught off-guard. Michael suffers a loss.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
Sonny prepares for battle. Drew relays his plan. Michael is stunned. Scout confides in Rocco. Portia is conflicted.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
Willow is threatened. Anna sets a trap. Britt seeks out Rocco. Trina is left reeling. Josslyn stands her ground.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Jason opens up to Carly. Tracy receives a shocking request. Brennan makes an offer. Danny asks Charlotte for help. Molly presents Cody with an idea.

Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Declaring War” below.

Then weigh-in: do you think Trina and Kai will finally tell Michael everything they know about how Willow shot Drew and covered it up? Is it curtains for Jacinda with Michael? Should Curtis be found guilty for accosting Isaiah? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Reveals Jane Elliot’s Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination

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On General Hospital, Steve Burton (Jason Morgan) and Jane Elliot (Tracy Quartermaine) have been appearing together more and more in scenes together and storylines than in recent years on the ABC soap opera.  The result has been emotional moments built within the rich history of the Quartermaine family between Jason and Tracy.

In 2025, it was Jason who found his mother Monica Quartermaine upstairs in her room passed away, which then led to Jason having to tell Tracy that Monica was gone. This began the beats of the story that played out for weeks and then months as General Hospital paid tribute to the late Leslie Charleson.

Coming up at the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards, Burton is up in the Lead Actor in Daytime Drama Series category and previously reported, Steve revealed on his That’s Awesome podcast with Bradford Anderson that he did not include scenes from Jason at Monica’s funeral in his Emmy-nominated reel. However, he did share without naming specifics, he did include some moments from Monica’s death.

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JEFF KOBER DOUBLE EMMY NOMINEE

Now on Sunday August 9, Steve and Bradford welcomed double Emmy nominee, and former co-star Jeff Kober to their show.  Kober is up for a Primetime Emmy in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Duke Ekins in The Pitt. He is also up Outstanding Guest Performer at the Daytime Emmys for his work as Cyrus Renault on GH. Kober previously won a Daytime Emmy for Supporting Actor back in 2022.

Kober was discussing how many takes he may get working on a scene in various projects from movie roles to primetime to General Hospital and one particular note he received from a director on a take was just to do it and be ‘simpler,’ and as an actor to strive for ‘simplicity.’ That prompted Burton to recall the moment Jane Elliot congratulated him on his Daytime Emmy nomination last month.

A TEXT MESSAGE FROM JANE ELLIOT

Steve shared, “Jan was gracious enough to to text me when I got nominated and she said something to the effect of like .’thank you for not chewing the scenery’. Thank you for not chewing it. You know, because it’s easy sometimes when you get that meat (referencing a scene or story material) and you’re like, ‘Here’s my shot,’ and especially in daytime, and you go, ‘This could be my Emmy material,’ OR ‘Here’s your chance to blow it. Here’s your chance to ruin everything.” (Laughs)  It’s just all very interesting.”

Check out the discussion with Jeff Kober, Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson below.

Then, let us know what do you think of Jane’s comment on Steve’s Emmy nomination, ‘thank you for not chewing the scenery.” Coming from Jane, who shared several scenes with him during the aftermath of Monica’s death, it’s a very high compliment, because Burton moved many to tears with his moving portrayal of a man grieving the woman that raised him. Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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