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Nathanyael Grey Wraps His Run On General Hospital
It looks like it’s the end of the line for General Hospital’s Mason Gaitlin … for now. Earlier this week on the November 14th episode of the ABC daytime drama series, Mason was going to be on his way to Pentonville.
How did this come to pass? Well, Cyrus (Jeff Kober) took hold of the situation and told Mason exactly what was going to happen and that he would be well-protected and treated while in prison. He also told Mason if he takes the fall, he might be able to get him out of the slammer earlier than expected.
With that, it signals the exit of actor Nathanyael Grey. According to a GH rep, who told Soap Opera Digest, the door is being kept open for a possible return down the line.
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For weeks, viewers thought that Mason was going to get killed-off, especially after Austin’s (Roger Howarth) attempted murder of the guy by snuffing him out with the hospital pillows! If you recall, Mason tried to kill Ava Jerome (Maura West) after he kidnapped her and wanted to pin the blame on his cousin, Austin. In addition, Austin is knee deep in trouble with Cyrus calling in favors and keeping him in line.
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Grey joined GH back in June of 2022 and told SOD on the experience, “I’ve told Frank (Valentini, EP, GH) countless times ‘Thank you so much. And when you finally kill me, I’ll have to say, it’s been a fun ride!’ I honestly must say, of everything I’ve ever worked on — every commercial, every play, every TV show and every movie — my favorite job I’ve ever had is GH, that’s a 100% fact. I’ve had more fun on this job than anything else I’ve ever done.” The good news – since Grey had this conversation with SOD, Mason is still alive and kicking!
What do you think about Nathanyael Grey’s run coming to an end on GH? Will you miss the menacing Mason? Comment below.
I wish he could take Cyrus back with him because the whole holy roller shtick is getting tiresome.
I agree, and that brown shirt should be getting a little ripe .
I totally agree. Mason can go, and take Cyrus with him, for good. So tired of this Cyrus character and his preaching, can’t even stand hearing his voice at this point. So yes, remove Mason AND Cyrus. Thank you, rant done.
Rant on please!
When I love to hate a villain I think the actor did a great job. So, hats off to Nathanyael!
Can’t wait for Mr to break out of Pentonville.
They need to end the Eddie issue & bring back Ned it’s getting old
Ned needs to reveal Nina & say what she did & clear his name since Michael won’t
No , take a few others with you. Cyrus, Portia,
Yes you need to get rid of that lollipop sucking bad guy to an take Austin, an Cyrus, too, tired of all three.
Based on Friday’s episode, you might have gotten your wish on one of those.
Good riddance to Cousin Lollypop but not to the talented Mr. Grey. When he inevitably returns from prison (in 2 months because Pentonville is more like an extended stay hotel than a reformatory), please give Mr. Grey a more nuanced character to play. He deserves to do more than hang around looking vaguely menacing for a couple of years and then attempting to kill someone he supposedly likes against the orders of a boss he seemingly never crossed. I’d like to see him fall head over heels for kind-hearted Sasha who sees his wounded inner child. Cousin Lollypop and Cody Bell could have some witty discussions. Both actors seem like they have great senses of humor.
Well, we know HE didn’t kill the good doctor, but it also looks like Cyrus may have Laura for an alibi . We don’t know how much time elapsed from him being at her office and Austin’s home.
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General Hospital Pays Tribute to Tyler Christopher at End of Episode, ABC Exec Nathan Varni Shares: “You’ll Always Be In Our Hearts”
If you caught the end of the Monday, November 27th Thanksgiving episode of General Hospital, the ABC daytime drama ended the show with a special dedication to Tyler Christopher (ex-Nikolas Cassadine), who passed away on October 31st at the age of 50.
With a very touching title card, and a photo of Tyler from his younger days as the dark prince of the Cassadine clan, it read, “In Loving Memory of Tyler Christopher.”
On Tuesday, November 28th, ABC Current Series executive, Nathan Varni, who oversees Grey’s Anatomy, The Conners, Station 19 and General Hospital for the network, shared on X some additional thoughts on Tyler’s contributions to the GH family.
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Varni expressed: “This lovely tribute card was shown at the end of yesterday’s episode of GH In loving memory of Tyler Christopher. Thanks for bringing Nikolas Cassadine to life on our screens, you’ll always be in our hearts. RIP.”
Tyler played the role of GH’s Nikolas from 1996–1999, 2003–2011, and lastly from 2013–2016. He also took on the role of Connor Bishop from 2004–2005. The late actor took home the Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2016 for his work as Nikolas.
Share your thoughts on GH honoring Tyler at the end of their Thanksgiving episode via the comment section below.
This lovely tribute card was shown at the end of yesterday’s episode of #GH. In loving memory of @Tyler2929 thanks for bringing #NikolasCassadine to life on our screens, you’ll always be in our hearts. RIP pic.twitter.com/FZo0RWl3YE
— Nathan Varni (@nathanvarni) November 28, 2023
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GH’s Scarlett Fernandez on Charlotte’s Mindset: “She Completely Believes That Anna is Out to Get Her”
Once returning to General Hospital, Scarlett Fernandez (Charlotte) has been involved in a juicy storyline, where an impressionable young Charlotte Cassadine has been persuaded almost brain-washed, if you will, via a letter from Victor Cassadine from the grave.
In it, he implores Charlotte to keep Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) away from her father, Valentin (James Patrick Stuart). So, taking that to heart, Charlotte burned Anna’s house down and much more. When she gets shot by Anna after intruding into the super spy’s apartment, the stakes get even higher.
Valenin had figured out that Charlotte was stalking Anna and trying to do her harm, but did not inform Anna. That has caused a major rift in their relationship. Meanwhile, Laura (Genie Francis) and Valentin confronted Charlotte after she returned home from the hospital.
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In her latest interview with Soap Opera Digest, Fernandez shared on getting to play this kind of story: “It’s definitely an honor because when I was little, I was getting storylines, but this is just crazy! I kind of feel like I’m treated like an adult on the show now, almost, and it’s just been great. I’ve been given great stuff and the fact that Frank (Valentini, EP, GH) and all of his co-workers have trusted me has just been an amazing feeling.”
With everyone confronting Charlotte on her dirty deeds against Anna, and her denying it, Fernandez weighs-in on just where Charlotte is at this point in her mind: “I think that she definitely realizes that the people around her don’t believe her and don’t trust her and I think that really frustrates her because she completely believes that Anna is out to get her. So that (the adults in her life don’t believe her) is hard for her.”
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There is also burgeoning chemistry between Jake (Hudson West) and Charlotte! So what does Fernandez think of that? Is she using him, or could be the beginning of young love? She expressed: “I think it’s definitely a little bit of both. I think that maybe she and Jake are partners-in-crime, but I also think that Jake has or will have a good influence on her. She just really needs someone to be there for her and for her to be able to confide in and I think that he has been that.”
So, have you been enjoying Scarlett’s performances as a troubled Charlotte? Would you like to see Jake and Charlotte have a ‘date’? Do you think Charlotte needs deprogramming to help her out of the grip that Victor has on her; as she believes Anna is the cause of all the trouble that will come her father’s way, if she doesn’t find a way to get rid of her? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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Soap Stars and Notables Participate in the 91st Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade (Photos)
Sunday night in tinseltown, it was time for the 91st anniversary of the Hollywood Christmas Parade, which has become an annual tradition featuring soap stars and other celebrities from primetime, movies, music, and sports as thy drive down famed Hollywood Boulevard amongst floats and musical performances.
While many attended the live event, viewers around the country will be able to see the taped version of the parade on Friday, December 15th when it has its first airing on The CW in a two-hour special starting at 8 pm ET/PT.
Taking part in the festivities were: General Hospital’s Tajh Bellow (TJ), The Bold and the Beautiful’s Kimberlin Brown (Sheila), Ashley Jones (Bridget), Denise Richards (ex-Shauna), and Naomi Matsuda (Li), Days of our Lives stars, then and now, including: Deidre Hall (Marlena), A Martinez (ex-Eduardo), Stephen Nichols (Steve), Brant Daughtery (ex-Brian), and Jen Lilley (ex-Theresa), The Young and the Restless’ Kate Linder (Esther) and former star Tatyana Ali (ex-Roxanne), The Bay’s Kristos Andrews (Peter/Adam) and Maxwell Caufield (Sir Thomas Kenway), plus As the World Turns Ming Na Wen (ex-Lien) and more.
In addition, iconic dancer/singer and choreographer, Paula Abdul was the recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year, while Dean Cain, Erik Estrada, Laura McKenzie, Montel Williams along with guest host, Elizabeth Stanton, called the Sunday-after-Thanksgiving tradition from different locations around the parade route.
Now below, check out some of the snaps from the 91st annual Hollywood Christmas Parade featuring some of your soap favorites.
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Wow! Marlena and Sheila together for the first time! Imagine if Marlena as the MarDevil met up with Sheila Carter and caused all sorts of havoc from Salem to Los Angeles? Crossover? Here’s Deidre Hall and Kimberlin Brown getting into the holiday spirit.
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Reunited and it feels so good? Remember when Daytime Emmy-winner, A Martinez came to Salem to play Eduardo Hernandez, father to Gabi, Rafe and Dario? Now, A can be seen in The Bay. Meanwhile, Stephen Nichols continues to keep on keepin’ on as Salem’s “Patchman”.
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GH’s Tajh Bellow with his lady love actress Lauren Speights.
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Giving us some Christmas wrapping vibes, The Bold and the Beautiful’s Naomi Matsuda (Li).
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Always ready for the holidays is former Days of our Lives star, Jen Lilley (ex-Theresa).
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Former ‘Bold and Beautiful’ star, Denise Richards (ex- Shauna) dressed in the holiday spirit.
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There is no doubt! Our pick for ‘Best Dressed’ has to go to General Hospital’s Josh Kelly (Cody). I mean, how can you top that for being in the ‘Christmas Spirit’?
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Humanitarian of the Year recipient, Paula Abdul.
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Former As the World Turns Star Ming-Na Wen (ex-Lien Hughes) ready for the holiday season.
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Brant Daughtery brought along his young son, and wife Kimberly, who is expecting their second child.
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Maxwell Caufield who will soon appear in the latest season of The Bay, looking ‘Christmas’ dapper.
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Ready for winter, and dressed in holiday white, Y&R’s Kate Linder.
So, who’s holiday outfit from their appearance in the Hollywood Christmas Parade, did you think was the best? Let us know via the comment section.
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