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Nicholas Chavez Confirms Exit From General Hospital
On Friday May 3rd, it was confirmed by Nicholas Chavez that he has indeed left his role as Spencer Cassadine on General Hospital.
Taking to his account on X, Chavez shared some heartfelt goodbyes to the cast, the creatives and the fans of the ABC daytime drama series. This comes after months of speculation and reports that Chavez is not returning to his Daytime Emmy-winning role.
Chavez left the soap to go film his leading role in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix limited series, Monsters: The The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, and in story on GH, Spencer went overboard on a boat, when he was drugged by Esme (Avery Pohl) on the Seine River in France. His body and Esme’s thus far have never been found.
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In his heartfelt message on X, Nicholas expressed, “I’m so appreciative of the opportunity that GH gave me, and I wouldn’t be as busy as I am professionally if it weren’t for the talented producers, writers, directors and fellow actors. Frank Valentini is a mentor and a friend, and we’ve had some pretty extensive conversations about my future on the show.”
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Sharing his thoughts on if the would ever come back to GH, Chavez added, “While there are no current plans for me to return, we are still talking very openly about future possibilities for Spencer in Port Charles.”
Finally, Nicholas shared,”Beyond the people I’ve already mentioned, I want to take some time to thank and honor the GH fan base… especially the Sprina fans… who must be THE most loyal and kind fan base in the universe of entertainment. Words fail to show the depth of my gratitude, thank you, I love you all very, very much.”
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Nicholas took over the role of Spencer previously played by Nicolas Bechtel, in July of 2021, and his last episode aired on January 31st, 2024. In April, reports surfaced that the actor was not returning to GH after all.
What do you think about Nicholas Chavez farewell message? Are you sad that he has confirmed his exit from GH, or were you expecting it? Comment below.
I’m so appreciative of the opportunity that GH gave me, and I wouldn’t be as busy as I am professionally if it weren’t for the talented producers, writers, directors and fellow actors.
Frank Valentini is a mentor and a friend, and we’ve had some pretty extensive conversations…
— Nicholas Alexander Chavez (@nicholasachavez) May 3, 2024
Too little, too late. His “exit” was confirmed weeks ago when ABC removed him from the contract players’ credits.There really wasn’t any other confirmation needed after that, lol.
No surprise when Netflix got a hold of him! Guess another daytime Emmy is not in the cards. Thanks for the GH memories! Appears the new head writers have their work cut out for them.
Nicholas Chavez will be missed, but I knew when he won his first Emmy a few years back and how as portrayal of Spencer he would be noticed and he was for the Netflix project. I see him doing great things. Maybe someday he will be back, but I think that is doubtful. Best of luck to you, Mr. Chavez!
I won’t miss him. I wish him well but there are plenty of young actors who would appreciate having a job.
God bless all you do GH hs truly paved the way for you to embark on new exciting things your future holds for you.
I wished that Chavez was coming back he will be greatly missed from GH may God bless him Hope he will come back
Should come as no surprise. Seems like the new writers don’t care to write for the cassadines anyway
I’ll miss the chemistry between him and trina it seem real ,good luck Nicolas (Spencer).
yeah, he’s not returning GH let him take time off for this extra project and he didn’t commit to finishing his contract, so he can spin it anyway he wants but he was not grateful enough to honor his contract.
We don’t know what happened; if it was his decision or the new writers. Seems like he left the door open. Either way, it’s not like GH has loyalty to their actors; they and other shows break contracts all the time. Coby Ryan McLaughlin who played Shiloh signed up for a three year deal. After they wrote him into a corner as a manipulator who slept with his drugged followers, they painted him into a corner and let him go after nine months. Maybe they should have saved that part of the story toward the end of his three years; but they couldn’t care less. On a related note, I loved “Shiloh!” (not the rapey part). I thought Coby was a great actor and Shiloh was a great villain that could have gone in a lot of directions until they turned him completely diabolical. But I digress….
His character was based on a Really Story. So there wasn’t much that they could have done w/Shiloh. Yes they could have dragged it out longer but I’m tired of them dragging out Stories for over a year or more. Yes some stories do need to take time to get to the point.
The one thing that I do like about GH is that they do deal with real life Diseases.Like w/Sonny having Bipolar and Bringing that into his character. The way they did with a few characters having Diabetes both young and old. I’ve been watching GH since 1975 & the Diseases they did are Very good to see. I believe it helps people that watch find out that they should be tested for different Diseases.
I do Hope that they do recast the role of Spencer. I also Hope that they find away to bring back Hayden(Violet’s Mom & Elizabeth’s sister). I Hope that they keep the Role of Dex on the Show. Also I think that they need to stop playing the game of mixing up the Medication aka Sonny’s Meds. I also think that Sam is Wrong in the way she is going about how she’s dealing with Danny and Jason. She’s acting like she is the Goofy to Shoes which she isn’t. When she came on the Show she was a Con-Artist who was involved with Sonny and got Pregnant only to lose the baby in the end & Jason was there by her side. Also I Hope they don’t plan on having Christia keeping the baby she’s carrying for TJ and Molly. I’m so over with they baby drama. Who is the Daddy/Mommy. I also would Love to have Morgan come back. Also what about the baby that Ava’s brother Jolene had with Oscar’s Mom. Bring in some New/Old People.
As a long time fan of the show I’m disappointed that he won’t be returning after he said he would after doing the Netflix movie. I’m TIRED of characters being replaced over n over. The chemistry he n Trina had was spectacular. He won for his character n now he just abandons the show n his fans. I certainly hope that if he doesn’t come back that they just let the character remain dead/missing. STOP replacing with new people.
Recasts have been happening on soaps since the way early days. Monica, Ned, Carly (to name a few vets) were all recasts. It’s something soap viewers are accustomed to.
Nicholas Chavez will be missed. I thought his role as Spencer was absolutely wonderful. I heard about the Netflix series Nicholas was playing and I am so happy for him. Sometimes you need to spread your wings. I wish you Nicholas Chavez the best. You will be missed but, I will be watching the Netflix series. Good luck and I know you will do great.
I’ll miss him, and wish him luck but there are MANY young actors who could use a break and I think GH SHOULD recast Spencer. GH has cast other relatively unknowns and they became superstars on the show. Time to give someone a chance and I liked the Spencer character and there is so much more to his story.
I hate to see you go but wish you nothing but the best in the future! You have been a pleasure to watch on GH.
I feel bad that I feel this way, but I’m mad that he’s not coming back. I have never felt this way before when an actor left. But somehow, with this, I just saw so much potential with the Sprina pairing and what it could mean for GH and thought it would end differently.
Conflicting feels, for sure.
So, I will also wish him well as I learn not to take this so badly. Ha!
I agree that there is so much more to Spencer’s story, Laura, Ace, Nicholas, Trina, Sonny and even Ava all have unfinished storylines with him, so a recast would make sense. And we are definitely in low supply of Cassadines. They are also a pivotal PC family.
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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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