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Michael E. Knight Exits General Hospital For Now

By Michael Fairman

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Daytime favorite Michael E. Knight has left his role of Martin Grey on ABC’s General Hospital. However, it appears this move is a temporary one.

Knight, who has played the recurring role of Laura Collins’ (Genie Francis) brother and a love interest for Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), began in the role on the ABC daytime drama series since 2019.

GH wrote off the legal eagle when on the February 12th episode, Martin left Port Charles to visit his mother who has been in failing health. On that episode, Lucy tries to let Martin know how she truly feels for him, but Martin isn’t willing to listen to any of it, since he can’t deal with her ongoing relationship with her ex Scott Baldwin (Kin Shriner) and he breaks things off with her.

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According to Soap Opera Digest, Knight will be off the canvas temporarily. No dates were cited as to when he would return. With the series undergoing  a writing regime shift with Patrick Mulcahey and Elizabeth Korte taking over the head scribe duties from Chris Van Etten and Dan O’Connor, it will be interesting to see if they bring the character back sooner than later.

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Viewers know Knight best for his Daytime Emmy-winning role as Tad Martin on All My Children; a role he played on and off from 1982-2011. Knight returned to the Prospect Park version of the series when AMC finally was rebooted online in 2013. Later In 2015, he joined The Young and the Restless as Dr. Simon Neville in a role that he played until 2016.

So, how do you feel about Michael E. Knight exiting General Hospital? Will the series bring him back? Were you rooting for Martin and Lucy to find happiness with one another? Comment below.

 

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I’m trying to figure out who that is in that last picture between MEK and Jill Larson. Linda Dano? Judith McConnell? Somebody else I’m not thinking of?

Oh, of course it is–that makes perfect sense now. I was wondering why either Dano or McConnell would have been in the picture in the first place, but Meriwether makes sense. Thanks so much, Michael.

He still looks like a tasty treat Silver Fox and all

I had the worse crush on him while he was on All My Children. He never disappoints and he looks fantastic with his beautiful silver hair. I hope they bring him back.

hope he returns soon, great character

Love him on GH all time favorite of mind

Love tad the cad. Martin on GH
Bring him back

He just never clicked with me. Maybe it was his past work people liked and were just happy to see him back on daytime. I didnt like the accent either. It was a distraction. But, I did like him as Laura’s brother.

Hes still Laura’s brother, nothing has really changed, even his silly attraction to the crazy Lucy Coe.

Bring him back and give him more air time. He’s a great actor.

Why do the writers do that for they mess everything up BRING HIM BACK

I really like “Martin” & “Lucy” together!!! Bring MEK BACK!!!

I’d rather see Martin than Cyrus because the constant Bible thumping every five seconds is getting tiresome. Hopefully the new head writers will do something about that.

Understandable but I ADORE the all too often under appreciated Jeff Kober (Cyrus)! I’ve been a huge fan of his work since his outstanding role on China Beach TV series MANY years ago. He has adapted beautifully to the far more pace of Daytime acting vs film and weekly episodic TV guest spots, winning an Emmy Award for his GH work.

Did you see his guest appearance on L&O:SVU? I’ve remembered that for years. Absolutely chilling. I think he may not get the credit he’s due because the character is awful. I hope the new writers make Cyrus more complex. The former writers took a swing but they missed.

Totally agree! I think they’re both terrific actors! I especially loved the convo between “Uncle Martin” and “Spencer” when the latter was in prison and Spencer described his “Uncle Cyrus” as a figure from the Greek Pantheon and Martin quipped about his own role. I have no idea what the new writers will do, but I hope they bring him back. Laura’s brothers are the best thing about her!

I agree with you.

Not Happy About seeing him off the show.Have been watching this soap for 35 yrs.now,Not Happy with all the constant changes every month.!!

Bye let sonny and Carly find they way back nina is old news stop making her out to be the one their’s ONLY ONE BOSS LADY CARLY FOR THE WIN FIX THINGS WITH MICHAEL AND SONNY LET HIM FOLLOW IN HIS FATHER STEP AS BOSS LET THEM WORK TOGETHER AS A TEAM FIX IT NOW HEAT IT UP IT WOULD BE GREAT TO SEE CURTIS BACK WITH COP WIFEY

I love everything about Michael E Knight. I hope they bring him back sooner than later and add a little humor to his character. He is so good with comedy roles ❣️

I hope they bring the character of Martin back, and give him a story. I love Michael E. Knight. While the character took a minute to grow on me, I like the Lucy/Martin pairing and would love to see it develop.

Hard to miss someone you hardly ever see anyway, but I’m always happy to see him when he does show up. He breezez in and out and it’s usually with something important to help Laura or a client like Nina or Valentin, who don’t deserve his expertise.

Please bring Todd bback to general hospital,,, I’ve loved him since A M C ,, the only thing different is his hair and his playboy attitude.. you had to love the bad boy

Yes please bring todd Martin back,, I’ve loved him since AMC,,, the only difference is his silver hair and his Playboy attitude,, every body loved to l love to love the bad boy,,,

I sure hope they bring him back I love the silver fox I also like to know my children he’s one handsome man

I love seeing him on GH. Hope he returns sooner rather than later.

I’d like to see him on more once he returns. I actually think since the show is dumb enough to be writing Gregory Harrison out at some point even though it was rumored he’d be a love interest for Alexis before they decided to do yet ANOTHER fatal illness story…that Alexis and Martin could be a fun couple. Two lawyers (even thought Alexis is disbarred); both snarky. Could be a fun pairing. He and Lucy were shown so infrequently I have no investment in them.

I hate that MEK left the show. He is the reason why I watch GH, besides Genie Frances and Jon Limstrom. Until MEK returns I won’t be watching GH. If he returns please give him a strong powerful story line and a love interest and maybe even a daughter. Bring Cady McClain on as his true love interest. ❤️. Well he comes back I will return.

I dont like the new Martin. I liked the Southern Gentlemen whole lot better.

loved his witty sarcasim oh all my children and especially now on gh…come back soon

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I love Michael in ANY role he plays…but Tad Matin was by far his BEST on All My Children. Please keep him on ABC soaps: can’t bare the thought of losing him…

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Serena Sets Her Sights on Michael; Jason’s Emotional Exit from the Mob

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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.

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‘General Hospital’ Fan Club Weekend 2026 (Photos)

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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

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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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