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Matt Trudeau Takes Over The Role Of General Hospital’s Lucas Jones
Viewers were in a for a bit of a shock when they tuned into Monday’s episode of General Hospital, when during some hospital scenes another actor was playing the role of Dr. Lucas Jones, previously played by Ryan Carnes.
With no official announcement from the show itself, or on-air, at the time of the episode, it was unclear if there had been a temporary or permanent casting switch. Carnes had played the role for two runs and was last on a recurring status with the seriesl from 2004-2005 and then from 2014 till now.
As seen, Lucas is now being played by former Chicago Fire. star, Matt Trudeau. Fans first saw Trudeau on-screen in his scenes with his on-screen father, William deVry (Julian Jerome), as well as Kelly Monaco (Sam) and Olivia (Lisa LoCicero).
Last night, Daytime Confidential reported that they heard that this is not a temporary recast situation, either.
Trudeau took to his Instagram Story last night as well, with a link to a news story that announces he is the new Lucas Jones.
No word yet from Ryan Carnes publicly as this time, either, but we will keep you posted on this developing story.
So, what are your thoughts on Matt taking over the role of Lucas? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
I was shocked to see nü Lucas on yesterday’s episode, especially given Ryan Carnes worked so well in the role, however, maybe it was Carnes’ decision to not be as active on General Hospital as maybe the writing team wanted him to be. Being said, Matt Trudeau hit the ground running on day one, and I do enjoy seeing him act on the hospital, and maybe it will make for some interesting drama at General Hospital.
Well look, Lucas is on for about FIVE minutes a year so it doesnt matter at this point! But, the new guy is handsome, can act and him and Sam do look like brothers and sisters.
I really took to Ryan as Lucas, but I must say that Matt really impressed me on his first day. I’m sure I’m going to like him. Hope this means some good story for Lucas. I have felt it was criminal that they haven’t shown how Lucas is facing/coping with Wylie going to Michael. There’s sooo much more to be played with the other side of that story.
What about Brad? Does Lucas ever think about him? Is Britt doing anything to get Cyrus to get him released? (That would send Sonny off his rocker!)
And then with Cyrus firing Bobbie, wouldn’t Lucas have it in for Cyrus?
Speaking of Bobbie, they’re writing this story of her and Monica being fired from GH in a vacuum. One-sided stories flail and we’re not getting to see anyone, especially these two spit-fire ladies, raising some hell about their dismissal. C’mon! Let’s write for these characters we care about.
Wonder if we’ll ever know the true reason Carnes is no longer in the role.
As soon as the Wiley secret was revealed, Lucas was put so far on the back burner that the pilot light went out.
A legacy character (and doctor) that the audience cares about. With whatever’s going to happen with Julian, TPTB probably determined it was time to bring Lucas back.
Let’s actually give the character story and not make him a “glorified extra” like Kristina or Valerie.
He’s gorgeous!!
Shari
He sure is a cutie, I just hope they don’t bring that awful Brad back. I could not stand seeing them together
Well… bad news is… they brought Brad back. But it doesn’t look like he will be sticking around very long. I’m expecting him here in Hell by the end of the week.
Satan
From your lips, ooh, my bad! Anyway, his old buddy Britt is wanting Jason to help her hide him, so I suppose he’ll more than likely take him to one of Sonny’s safe houses.
Matt Trudeau.WOW!! luvin looking at him..
Lucas was walking the green mile.
Perhaps Matt will revive the character.
Sadly typical and not surprising. Ryan Carnes leaving was treated with the same respect and attention the character of Lucas Jones gets – basically, none.
I’d rather see Lucas than Cyrus Renault being shoved down my throat every five minutes.
not happy about this, Ryan Carnes was a favorite, he was very much underused. I had been wishing for story for Lucas. Don’t like the recast
I think he and Sam looks like Brother and sister good caring
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THIS WEEK on GENERAL HOSPITAL: Dex and Josslyn’s Relationship at a Crossroad, Jason Contacts Diane For Help
Previews for the week of March 18-22nd on General Hospital, plus the latest promo for the daytime drama series, share that Jason’s (Steve Burton) return has already affected so many lives, especially given the fact that several key people aka Michael (Chad Duell), Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) and Danny (Asher Antonyzn) know his location at this moment.
Eventually, Jason (Steve Burton) will get in touch with Diane (Carolyn Hennesy), from what one can only assume is legal help. However, John (Adam J. Harrington) seems hot on Jason’s trail, but the question remains, if Jason was working for John as seemingly revealed in a flashback to keep out of prison, are the two working together … or are they mortal enemies?
Meanwhile, it looks like its curtain for now in the relationship between Dex (Evan Hofer) and Josslyn (Eden McCoy). After Nina (Cynthia Watros) dropped a bombshell about Cyrus (Jeff Kober), Joss gets an earful of information from Dex, when he admits that he was in Cyrus’s hospital room to kill him on orders from Sonny (Maurice Benard).
According to Soap Opera Digest, Eden McCoy shared, ” I think what’s different about this situation, and what pushes her over the edge, is that it wasn’t, like, a self-defense situation. It wasn’t at a shoot-out. He wasn’t protecting Sonny. Cyrus wasn’t doing anything! And I think that really scares her, to see him in the light of voluntarily killing someone in their sleep. That is very different from, like, shooting someone that’s shooting at Sonny. She is just in shock, like she can’t actually believe it.” As told by McCoy, “At that point, Josslyn says.’I can’t do this anymore,’ and makes her exit.”
Take a look below at the rest of the official teasers for the week.
MONDAY, MARCH 18
Dex makes a confession to Josslyn. Tracy shares a moment with Sonny. Diane offers encouragement to Alexis. Kevin explains what might have led to Marshall’s misdiagnosis. Stella has an unlikely encounter.
TUESDAY, MARCH 19
Josslyn opens up to Carly. Dex confides in Anna. Sonny offers Natalia some valuable insights. Jason gets a visitor. Brook Lynn lays into John.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
Tracy sees a new side of Cody. Alexis informs Molly about her plans. Natalia has a revelation. Anna makes an admission to John over drinks.
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
Drew has a proposition for Nina. A photo shoot at Deception goes wrong. Laura and Heather find some common ground. Willow is worried by her actions.
FRIDAY, MARCH 22
Jason reaches out to Diane for help. Maxie calls Lucy out. Cody and Olivia comfort each other. Sasha makes a huge decision. Chase and Brook Lynn are stunned.
Now below, watch this week’s promo for the action in Port Charles.
What storyline are you looking forward to the most? The least? Let us know in the comment section.
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REPORT: General Hospital Alum, Robyn Bernard, Homeless & Battling Addiction, Before Her Passing at 64
Robyn Bernard passed away earlier this week on March 12th, when her body was found in an empty field, which is allegedly behind a 7/11, and some trailer homes, in San Jacinto, California. The actress and singer, and former General Hospital alum, played Terry Brock from 1984-1990 and was 64-years-old at the time of her death.
New reporting on the life that she led over the past year, and longtime mental health issues and struggles with addiction, paint a picture that may have led to her death. Although it should be noted, the toxicology report is currently not completed or released. However, the sheriff department stated that no foul play is suspected.
Now, according to the Daily Mail, friends of Bernard spoke on how she had become part of their homeless community, and that she she struggled with alcohol addiction, and had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia through the latter part of her life.
In their accounts, things went south for Robyn when in 2014 she moved to the community in San Jacinto, which is 84 miles from Los Angeles. At that time, she moved into a trailer park for senior citizens and was beloved for her singing by her neighbors.
The report also notes that in 2015, tragically, Bernard’s trailer park home was burned to the ground taking 7 of her 8 beloved cats and all of her possessions. After that, Robin stayed with many people of the community, but the previous management chased her off of the premises. She then broke up with her boyfriend and eventually stopped communicating with her parents.
Bernard’s final home was in a community called Parkview Estates, facilitated by Riverside County’s Adult Protective Services Department. According to police records obtained by Daily Mail, through 2017-2019, Bernard faced numerous DUI drugs and alcohol arrests during that period.
Joni Woods, who lives opposite the space where Bernard’s trailer once was said: ‘I used to see her (Robyn) around town all the time pushing her shopping carts. She always had four or five of them, and I always felt so bad for her.” Robyn’s former boyfriend, Dan Berlin, expressed that the last time he had seen the GH alum was two years ago, “She was out there, talking to herself in a nonsense way. She was a schizophrenic.’
The friends of Bernard shared: “She used to say that Hollywood screwed her over,” adding, “They did her dirty and that’s why she ended up living in San Jacinto of all places.”
Share your thoughts on this tragic story of the last part of Robyn’s life, which again, stresses the importance of trying to find the appropriate help for those dealing with mental illness, being homeless, and addiction.
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While ‘General Hospital’s’ Dante Lays in a Coma; Dominic Zamprogna Has Some Great New Portrait Headshots
On General Hospital, Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna) has thus far survived two bullets to the chest, and is laying in a coma. Sam (Kelly Monaco), his lady love, is by his side and beside herself after learning her ex Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) is alive and is of the belief that Jason have been the shooter who tried to take out Dante.
Sonny (Maurice Benard) has been wracked with guilt after he wasn’t so kind to his son, before the PCPD cop got shot. Meanwhile, Jason is hiding out at the Quartermaine boat house trying to recover from the gun shot wound he received.
While Dante’s life is still hanging in the balance, it appears that his portrayer, Dominic Zamprogna, took a diverse range of headshot and portrait photos under the eyes of talented photographer Jackson Davis. The photos were posted on Davis’ Instagram account.
A few former GH castmates commented on the photos including Marc Anthony Samuel (ex-Felix) who expressed: “Dante, Dante, Dante…,” and Mark Lawson (ex-Dustin) posted, “Dom!!!! Handle yo’ biz.”
Zamprogna joined General Hospital back in 2009 and has been nominated four times for a Daytime Emmy Award throughout his time thus far on the ABC daytime drama series.
So, what do you think will happen to Dante? Will he wake up and be just fine, or will he have another medical condition? What do you think of Dominic’s new headshots? Comment below.
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