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Lauren Swickard Joins General Hospital
Here’s an intriguing bit of casting news! General Hospital will welcome Lauren Swickard, the actress/wife of Josh Swickard when she debuts next week on the ABC daytime drama in the role of Janice, a nurse at Ferncliff.
According to Soap Opera Digest, who spoke with both Lauren and Josh about her fun part, the couple couldn’t be happier to share a workplace. Lauren expressed: “I love the producers and some of the cast members are actually my best friends. So it’s just been so special to be a part of this.”
While Josh added, “I was more nervous than Lauren was, just because I know what a weird beast it is (to shoot a soap opera). Most of her work lately has been feature film stuff, which is just a completely different flow. But I was blown away by how calm and composed she was.”
Lauren has previously appeared with Josh in two Netflix original movies, A California Christmas and its sequel A California Christmas: City Lights. She also wrote both of those films.
Just what will Nurse Janice be like at Ferncliff? Stay tuned.
So, what do you think about Lauren coming to Josh’s stomping grounds at GH? Comment below.
I wonder if she would be a good Lulu recast? Have to wait and see how well she does. We don’t need another NuNuMolly situation.
Looking forward to seeing her on GH
Congratulations looking forward to seeing you
I wish they would recast the new Molly she is too old to be playing that part she looks like she is TJ’s mother not his partner need someone in their 20’s not 40.
I agree
I agree to
Totally agree! NuNuMolly is way too old and looks awkward in scenes with TJ and Kristina.
Agree
I can not get into the new Molly..Actually all the ”girls” are hoohumm..
But- nu Molly does not fit into the Davis family..
But GH has been doing horrible casting, for a while..
Drew–Trina- for starters..
Welcome Aboard to lovely Lauren. Hey, she can’t do any worse than most of the recent additions, though I’m initially impressed with nannyBet. Married to Josh, eh? Luck be a lady…
Well if it works and she good that all that matters!! There a lot of recast new people coming in. I’m still waiting to see Steve Burton return!!! He as iconic as laure sonny Carly Jane Elliott mac Kristin Wagner Maxie ect ect
0oooh geeeez I did not know who Josh Swickard is..
I googled LOL
In the picture he looks much more handsome, so eehh googled him.
Anyways- he has become a nerd, especially being with Brook..
His manliness has ceased- poor Harrison the wimpy guy ….lol
SuOOO,
Hon, please explain who you are talking about. I know Josh Swickard is Chase on GH and Brook is on B&B but they are definitely not together on a show and the only Harrison I know is the son of Kyle on Y&R.
Chase 1st name is Harrison and Brooke is his girlfriend
Harrison Chase they just call him Chase and Brook is Brook Lynn his woman on GH
Soo definitely together on a show called General hospital
I know all this, I watc h GH every day. Never heard Brook Lynn called just Brook, threw me off and they always call Harrison Chase just Chase, again thought it was someone else
You watch GH and you didn’t recognize this picture of “Chase?” Josh Swickard looks exactly the same as he does on the show; not “much more” handsome. He’s as stunning as always…
There’s nothing “wimpy” about “Chase.” He was always a dedicated detective, he was always a guy in love whether it was with Willow or now with Brook Lynn. Nothing has changed in his character. Or his “manliness.” I’m not sure what you think he should be doing or how he should be acting…should he get brutal with Brook Lynn or dump her? Should he knock people around while interrogating them? LOL…
I hope she is a good nurse I’m so sick of mean nurses at hospitals and prisons
Me too
Apparently not. Looks like she’s definitely Nurse “Karen”, and probably on the payroll of the pill pushing quack who’s keeping Sasha drugged up.
Not liking this one but, fresh faces is good yes but Workin w spouses….gotta go……& When is emme coming back as lulu? I heard it was by the end of the yr.
Bad Bad Super Bad choice to replace Molly. They should have found a way to keep her. If it was about money they could have given her Nina’s salary she needs to be gone. Maybe they should bring Brenda back. Sonny is my Guy. Way back when he was Nico Kelly. He has had many women on GH but Nina is scraping the very bottom of the barrel. No class.
I’m beginning to think they should build a AA meeting room right on the set of that’s what it takes to get Haley Pullos & Tyler Christopher gainfully employed again.
I’m not an alcoholic but I did invent temptation so I would be a great sponsor, right?
And not have characters drinking relaxation booze so much, especially Ava.
Well… now that you mention it, did you notice all the alcohol related jokes that have somehow crept into scenes featuring 40 year old recast “Molly”?
“Vodka or ice cream??”, for example. At least they didn’t say “tequila or edibles??”
LOL; that was an interesting choice. I also thought it ironic she had an “accident.” I guess we can assume the actress had a real life accident and broke her ankle. Quite the timing…
I AGREE, I DON’T CARE FOR THE RE-CASTS FOR THE DAVIS GIRLS. THEY LOOK LIKE THEY DON’T FIT THE PARTS OF THE ORIGINALS. THE PERSON PICKING THE NEW CAST MEMBERS MUST LIKE OLDER ACTRESSES.
Kate Mansi who is playing Kristina is 34; Lexi Ainsworth (ex Kristina) is 30, the character is around 29-30 so Kate’s age/casting is fine. It’s the Molly casting that’s strange. The actress is going on 40 and playing a 25-year old. I still wonder if we’ll find out why they didn’t keep the first recast who was good and the right age…
What does Molly have to do with this article about Josh Swickard’s wife? She’s coming on to play Sasha’s nurse.
They should not have “found a way” to keep Haley Pullos. Are you not aware she had not one but two car “accidents” in one night; a hit and run (that she caused) and a near fatal crash (that she caused) that almost killed someone. She was drunk and possibly high. It was said she was belligerent and ungratefully yelled at the rescue guy who pulled her out of her car that was folded like a crushed sardine can and who saved her life, that he should get his hands off of her “$400 dollar shirt.” She’s in a cushy rehab to avoid jail and she’s being sued. That’s not someone GH should want back or, lol, offer more money to.
Haley had a nasal, whiney, voice and an entitled attitude that emanated through the screen. I was thankful that she wasn’t on the canvas in a really long time, and when she came back to do this story I knew I’d FF because I just can’t stand listening to her or watching her. So for me, ANY recast is a breath of fresh air, even an almost 40-year-old with a Betty Boop voice. I do wish they’d kept the first recast, Holiday Mia Kriegel; I thought she was great.
“Nina’s” great, too. I’d take her every hour of the show if it meant I’d never have to see another scene with Carly or Joss. I LOVE the way Kristina is being written…too hyper, yes…but I love how great she is with Nina; how she put down Joss and Michael. That sealed the deal for me.
You need to pay attention the young Lady that has been playing the original Molly was in an accident and she will be coming back. You guys are just hating on the people for know reason they are doing a pretty good job give them a break and good luck to all of them keep up the good work. I have been watching soaps for a pretty long time thing happen and people move on.
To just say “original Molly was in an accident” is to brush off the severity of the actual situation (which I’m not going to rehash here). It’s highly likely she will never return to GH.
She will probably not be coming back. Too much baggage. She was in two car accidents that she caused because of drunk driving and she almost killed someone. She’s been charged on several counts and is being sued while she waits it out in a cushy rehab. They’re not just waiting for her to heal; the recast is supposedly permanent. Many of us, including me, don’t want to see Haley Pullos back. She was annoying as Molly anyway. Couldn’t watch her or listen to that whiny voice.
She’s not a permanent addition nor do I think she wants to be. She’s an actress, writer and producer and had a lot of success with the two Christmas movies she wrote that she and Josh both starred in, and they have a 2 1/2 year old and a nine month old (approximate ages). Seems like this is a short gig as one of Sasha’s nurses…
I thought this was about Chase’s wife Lauren not the Davis family. Anyway, I think she ‘s 9doing the part very well that she was hired for. Not really mean but a stickler for the rules and protocol. I thought that was cute how much she loved Chases singing that everything else was forgotten.
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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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