General Hospital
Lane Davies on Possibility of Extending His General Hospital Run: “I Would Be Totally Open”
This week, viewers are catching the re-teaming of Lane Davies and Nancy Lee Grahn for the second time on General Hospital and the third time in their careers given their storied history as Santa Barbara’s Mason Capwell and Julia Wainright.
Previously, Nancy and Lane played opposite each other and shares scenes as Dr. Cameron Lewis and Alexis Davis back in 2002 on the ABC daytime drama series. Now in 2024, Davies takes on the role of Fergus Byrne, the brother of the late Neil Byrne, as Alexis tries to get her law license reinstated.
Speaking with TV Insider on his recent return to GH, Davies shared, “I know Nancy was wanting to work with me again. I ran into (former GH head writer) Patrick Mulcahey at (Santa Barbara co-creator) Bridget Dobson’s funeral and we had a lovely lunch together and a lovely visit and I think it was just the synergy of all those things coming together that did it. Patrick saw me and realized that I hadn’t completely deteriorated over the years and thought, ‘Well, this would be fun.”’
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Lane also shared he isn’t closing the door for more episodes of General Hospital down the line were the powers-that-be to keep Fergus on the canvas.
The popular actor expressed,,”I would be totally open, but that’s all up to the writers and fans and producers and network people and I’m kind of out of that loop. But if it happens, grand.”
Great actress can’t stand her she can’t keep her stupid uneducated mouth shut! The fact he would work with her again tells me he is a liser
“Stupid uneducated” with no comma in between; followed by “liser”.
Oh the irony…
Wth your problem she’s a human being she has a right to her opion if you don’t like what she says wgaf this is about lane Davis joining gh not if you like what Nancy who is very smart talks about you must be a trump fanatic all talk
And just because their friends doesn’t make him a loser or that he agrees with her
Bella your Trumpster is showing. Get over it.
Bella, I dont know anything about Nancy’s education or upbringing. She comes off as being and angry person with angry issues. She has an opinion about EVERYTHING and if you dont agree with her, look out!
Definitely not another addiction story
Hopefully Alexis will be back in the courtroom as a lawyer in a new but different story line
Enough with Pikeman
Anna is doing great though with her role
Nancy is not stupid and uneducated, just because she voices her opinions on certain people and issues you apparently don’t agree with. You should read some of Rena Soffers opinions, etc on certain people and issues trying to overcome our civilization as we know it.Some people just keep their mouths shut for fear of being unliked, while others, like Nancy and Rena feel it is their duty to help others see the truth. I for one admire and respect their continued effort.
Lane and Nancy were amazing on Santa Barbara but that still won’t get me near Sonny and the gh noise
With Metro Korte as the head writer now, ain’t know way Alexis is getting any more storylines after this…gotta save all the air time for Snarly now.
Rather ironic he spoke to head writer Patrick Mulcahey about getting some work at GH, and now he’s in and Patrick’s out. I really do feel bad about that. I was so taken aback by the way-too-many and way-too-quick changes Mulcahey made, but the show has been so good this past week that I think they let him go too soon. I’m frustrated that he didn’t pace himself with all he wanted to do which might have cost the show ratings and/or generated a lot of complaints. He should have made changes gradually. But since the news of his being let go the following episodes have been fantastic. I think the show is heads above what it was with the previous writers. Now I fear we’re going to get the same old/same old again. Maybe Valentini should rethink his decision…
For a long time, the problem has been Valentini. HE NEEDS TO GO.
As far as Lane Davies is concerned, wow, he sounds 90! What happened to his wonderful voice?
As for Frank – nobody in daytime can master a budget like him. Criticize the writing or story path, but the show continues to look well with the best sets and lighting in daytime. Last week’s wedding did not feel cheap like some other productions.
Lane is almost 74, so we’ll cut him some slack on his voice. Still has moxie.
My in-laws are upper 80’#, and JB still booms like the texan he is. This is not a normal aging voice. Anyone know if he maybe had throat cancer? Cause kinda sounds like Michael Douglas.
Hey, I’m over 90 and don’t sound like that, he may be hard of hearing, causing some people to speak louder. He wouldn’t interest me, the old fart!
I never saw this actor before; never watched Santa Barbara so I have no idea what he used to sound like. All I know is he sounded fine to me. I didn’t notice any weakness or any indication that he might have had an illness, nor do I think he sounds “90.”
Set you all up said the most out their things you fell for it my only issue with Nancy is why can she say whatever she wants but if someone challenges her we are the bad guy!! By the way I wish we had a young person running for President with new ideas to save this nation but they all get a big pay check and live in la la land. Our founding fathers did not intend for these guys to stay in office become wealthy they were suppose to serve the people they do not do it they serve themselves .
Ooooh! Lane Davies would make a great father for Dex – not his bio Dad – we all know that’s going to end up being Jason eventually.
Davies can be the nasty father whom Dex hated.
There is literally no way that Jason could be Dex’s father. And I doubt they’re going to make Lane Davies play a literal carbon copy of the story he already played out with Xander Smith 20 years ago.
I doubt Dex is related to anybody in Port Charles. Early on, it seemed like they were trying to position him as a Morgan Corinthos recast, but that obviously flew out the window when he started banging Joss.
I can’t buy that. Who would his mother be and the brothers that treated him so badly growing up? They’ were probably adoptive or Foster and what character, especially Jason would give his kid away.
I thought this was about Lane Davies joining GH? After seeing him today in the courtroom, I think he’s a bad choice, unless they change his mean, grizzly demeanor. Ugh! He sure isn’t how I remembered him on SB.
ABSOLUTELY! He and Nancy have an amazing chemistry when they work together. They are exciting to watch please please put him back in the story
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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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‘General Hospital’ Fan Club Weekend 2026 (Photos)
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