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One For The Ages: Jonathan Jackson and Tony Geary Share Emotional Scenes As Lucky & Luke Have Heart-to-Heart And The Return Of Little Jake Continues On General Hospital!

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The scenes were Tony and Jonathan. Where exactly was Genie ? This was a boy who came on a show and was loved by the two actors who played his parents. JJ returned to say goodbye and that was great. I watched and all the time I was thinking Jon and Tony not Luke and Lucky. Great job. but shouldn’t Laura have been there also. Lucky with the tears of joy in his eyes at seeing his son was great now that Re-Ron brought up he was in touch with the other two boys. You could tell Tony and Jon… Read more »
For some inexplicable reason, the writers chose not to give JJ and GF solo scenes after 16 years. I will never understand it. I know JJ’s schedule is packed, but taping one more scene couldn’t have been that difficult.
I hear ya, Lex but I told myself that the reason why is that Tony Geary is leaving for good and father and son needed some alone time to bid each other adieu.
Genie’s future as Laura is uncertain and perhaps JJ could make another cameo appearance down the road?
I am not sure if we’re quite done with Lucky yet–could be he will have a scene with his mother before he leaves.
I agree with Harry..
Lucky and Laura will have their moment, also of course..
((the fat lady hasn’t sang))
there is more hankie time coming ..
Why is everyone obsessed over Genie? What has she done in the past thirty years? She was amazing as a young girl whose wedding to Luke was monumental. Thats it! I’m happy she is back and I hope they write her a story but back off, for now. This is about Luke’s exit. Him and Lucky shared scenes without Laura because it was about a father and son. Laura would have got in the way. Laura needs to step up and be there for Lulu!
Now this is funny. Tony is known for ONE role while Genie Francis has appeared on many, many popular shows over the past 30 years. The shots people take at Genie on this board are quite preposterous. Tony Geary is a good actor but you don’t have to diminish Genie Francis to prove that point. The fact that you are doing so, says a lot. Also, the OP didn’t say anything about Laura being in Luke and Lucky scenes, just that they wanted to see Genie and JJ get their own time as well. This team was a trio, not… Read more »
@me3, I’m not taking a “Shot” at Genie or “Dissing” her. I said I am happy she is back. They were a family of three but Tony has more of a history with Lucky and its a father and son thing. If you would have read my post with a clear open mind you would understand what I said and what the show is doing. Also, Genie and Lucky are having scenes on Spoon Island on Tuesday. RELAX! And another thing, Tony chose to stay on GH for most of his 37 years. He could have done other projects. Genie… Read more »
“Why are some so obsessed over Genie? What has she done in the past 30 years? She was amazing as a young girl whose wedding to Luke was monumental. Thats it!” Those are your exact words. So I didn’t read into anything but what was stated. She was much more than a teenager who married Luke Spencer on GH. Laura and Lucky had a strong relationship too as mother and son. So I understand why some were wanting her to have a few scenes with JJ as we may not see them together again on GH. But I also understand… Read more »
Timm, I don’t see any Genie-obsession here, but speaking for myself, I feel somewhat defensive of her because I feel she has been under valued and under rated. This may come off as my being obsessed with her but it’s really my feeling protective of her.
As I said before, she’s Ginger Rogers to Tony’s Fred Estaire. Fred got all the accolades but it was Ginger who was dancing backwards while wearing 4 inch heels.
Perfection!
The scene between Jonathan & Tony was just Wonderful! It was very personal between them. I miss those G.H day’s. It’s not the same anymore 🙁 .
Their history as actors, with JJ having grown up playing Luke’s son, underscored the sweet poignancy of these scenes. It seems these two were not really acting–the dialogue merged with damn fine acting which rose up to produce something meaningful and memorable.
I also liked Luke telling Lucky that his happiest moments of life were spent with his mother and with him–no regrets.
The scenes were well written and certainly well acted. Of course the overall story being told is full of holes and problems, but if you ignore what got Luke and Lucky in that room, it is easy to enjoy the dynamic. If GH can focus on three things, I believe it can regain its audience and thrive. The show needs to cut down on the camp for camp’s sake and invest in GH characters and write stories with emotion and heart. Humor should come out naturally and camp should be used only on occasion and for certain stories. The overall… Read more »
AMEN!
Ditto on the Amen! Matilda, once again you’re spot on right.
Very well said.
You said it all, Matilda, and exceedingly well, to boot!!! Brava!!!!
Amen to that
Your comment was “well written” and spot on. It was nice to like Tony as Luke again.
Nicely said. I also agree we don’t need Nina, Franco, Kiki, or the doctor x John McBain unless they could write x john a story that is worth his time. Sorry to say I’m not an Ava’s cousin fan either.
Very true! Well Said! now if we can just have a Jason/Monica emotional moment
That’s nice and all, but seeing the same characters and storylines over and over again isn’t really entertaining. People get old and People move on. New characters bring excitement, curiosity and intrigue if the stories are good and the actors can act. I’m all for the present because the past is the past.
Well that works for you, but that is not the view of the majority of viewers as evidenced by the ratings. Serial dramas are about history and legacy. You remove that component and you lose the brand and the audience. If Valentini and Carlivati want to write and produce a brand new show with new characters, they should write one and try and sell it to a network. New characters bring excitement? It depends on the characters and how much “excitement” one is willing to take. And again, if you read my post, I said that new characters should be… Read more »
I saw Tony Geary soften visibly and audibly (as the “real” Luke did all those years) in the latest scenes with Genie and with Jonathan Jackson. I loved (though it was–alas–too little, too late) to hear “Luke” say that the ”sweetest” part of his life was when he loved Laura and was the father to Lucky. I savored those moments–and the talk between Lucky and Luke. The old magic was there as it used to be. Kudos to the writer who wrote those scenes and to the actors–Tony, Genie, and Jonathan. It was fascinating to watch TG’s progession from the… Read more »
Such a great post. And so true. It’s days like yesterday that remind me why I used to love Luke.
Thanks, Lex!
Beautifully written, Nancy. And you nailed it with your description of Tony’s mannerisms and how they softened as he went along–it’s like he gave into the sweetness and the unmistakable and palpable power of their love.
Thanks so much, Harry!
Beautifully said Nancy…
“…, holding on and loving just as fiercely the lovely Laura and their incomparable, sensitive Lucky, “made” in their image, mirroring the best in the two of them. ”
wow – beautiful
this made me cry
oh so true
Nancy….well said. I found I softened and relaxed as well as Tony played Luke like I remembered. And even Genie’s Laura and Lucky were in the zone.
Thank you, Patrick!
That’s really true, I think, Rose; we did all relax with the actors and get in the zone with them, didn’t we?
Friday was indeed a very good day for GH. Jonathan, Tony and Genie did an amazing job. Nancy, your post captured and crystallized these emotional scenes so perfectly!
Thanks again, Les!
What an awesome post!!! Thank you! 🙂
Thanks, Aden!
Nancy, Your words were perfection. You are so right…. the “old” Luke we know and LOVED ha so many layers to him…but the love and kindness…and softness he displayed towards Laura and his family is why we loved him o much. While as in real life love does sometimes evolve, the light in his eyes did finally return for all of us to see a fleeting glimpse of the old Luke we all fell in love with years ago. I hope the last few weeks will be the same, a final “gift” for those of us that grew up with… Read more »
Thanks so much, Elite Advisors.
Touching post, Elite.
A very informative, descriptive post, Nancy….evoking so much nostalgia to stir the heartstrings.
The only glitch is how Don Quijote compares to Luke. Did I miss something in my extensive reading of Cervantes? The hidalgo’s imaginary adventures were noble as he strode into the sunset. …..Whereas, Luke turned into Fluke, the monster. Perhaps the only shared quality between the two was insanity.
The other ‘lukian’ qualities you enumerate, I am certainly starting to see…the love for his children is palpable….I also saw a hint of the quirkiness and funny disposition everyone admires.
Thanks, Cee Cee–glad you liked the post–and are starting to see the qualites we have loved so much in our “original” Luke, as created by Tony Geary.
And. I was using the adjective “quixotic” to refer to the romantic and idealistic side that Luke always exhibited towards Laura. In Tony Geary’s words, when he described the way Luke felt about the Laura, Luke “idealized” her and put her “on a pedestal.” He has often said, also, that Laura gave Luke his “humanity.” He used to always call her “his angel” because, in many ways, she was.
On more thought, Cee Cee. When I commented, I wasn’t thinking of the “Fluke” character; he is NOT Luke as I came to know him over these many years. I was glimpsing the original character of Luke when I commented on those latest scenes.
Ok, Nancy. I accept that. Furthermore, my “Luke” knowledge is quite limited, but, I am beginning to see the very magnetic and overpowering personality in Luke.
I’ll just say this, Jonathan Jackson was brilliant in Friday’s scene. The emmy-award winning actor is such a gem; super grateful that JJ could return, he knocked it out of the park. Love him on Nashville. I would love to see Jonathan in motion pictures, he’s a very special and connected actor. Well done to Jonathan Jackson for such riveting and moving scenes.
Thanks, Fanny!
Jonathan surely learned from two masters–Tony and Genie–didn’t he? A special actor!
@Nancy… He most certainly has. And again your post was perfection!
What an incredible day GH had yesterday.
These two are just really special in scenes together. I am continually amazed. Give them the Emmys already.
Anthony and Jonathan were absolutely PHENOMENAL, everything I’d wished for
& more!!!!! When Luke speaks to Lucky about the “choices” he made in life..good
bad, the choices that made him the happiest…had to do with loving Laura…..
raising him..his first born..his pride and joy!!! I criiiiiiiiiiiiiied…….
Anthony and Jonathan were so EMOTIONALLY invested in that scene, sitting
on the edge of that table spoke volumes of where Luke & Lucky are right now
in their lives. THANK YOU RON AND FRANK THIS IS GH AT ITS BEST ❗️
Fanny, hi..
It was a welcomed breath of fresh air to read a pleasing acknowledging appreciation post.
To– ALL —
who left heartfelt posts, you are loved and it was a pleasure to read your luvin thoughts!!
(at this great GH historical moment-
to the me me me, I want, bitch whine and complainers– in the cellar with you!))
LONG LIVE GH !!!
So, Su00, does this not prove that we will applaud good quality stories when they are written for us? Does this not prove that we don’t belly ache, whine and complain for no good reason?
If the good character stories come our way, you betcha we’re going to applaud wildly. Yes, we fans can be pleased. I do hope TPTB are paying attention to the positive feedback as much as the negative feedback.
That said, I would like to say to JJ–Oh please don’t go! We’ll eat you up! We love you so.
Sincerely,
The Wild Things.
@su0000…Thank you, LONG LIVE GH❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️
Su…there are people who live to post their negative comments on each and every character they don’t like. One poster, who shall remain nameless, comes to mind. Fact, if there wasn’t someone for her to make fun of dare say she’d no longer post… Then there are legitimate gripes…I can tell you in every medium, whether it be television, film or books…longstanding fans are going to want quality and as I posted before, continuity. So it was particularly touching to see Jonathan Jackson and Tony Geary play it one more time…they were so believable, touching as father/son from the time… Read more »
The scenes were magical but I expected nothing less. I cried because it was the last we’ll see of it. Then I became angry thinking of all the years we missed not having all 3 actors on this canvas. Tony, Genie and Jonathan are just… right. It almost righted all the wrongs done to Luke these last few years. Almost. I can only hope Tony and Genie’s last moments are special as well but something tells me we may not be as fortunate with LnL. What a crime against this entire genre that would be. I hope the ptb read… Read more »
Me3, you do say it well: “We need heart and thoughtful dialogue.”
The thing that made those scenes good was the fact we knew that the actors were putting their own heart into it– you can tell JJ wasn’t so much speaking to Luke than he was speaking to Tony. It had the same vibe as those last scenes Jess Walton had with Jeannie Cooper on Y&R– we just knew, they knew those would be her last scenes. The writing wasn’t what made it, nor was it the acting, but all of us, being privileged to witness a personal moment, made public via their characters. I think it was a moment that… Read more »
The last time I felt so much emotion was when John Ingle sacrificed his drinking water for Emma to have.
I could tell that was the last time I’d ever see him as Edward Q. And that scene was so fitting just like Tony’s was.
It was very well done..
The poor Spencer family-
Jonathan Jackson and Tony Geary are magic thing is there was no Jonathan Jackson and Tony Geary and Genie for years to delight in..
The Laura, Luke, Lucky and Ethan are no longer a family on GH to give the magic..
It was the actors, their charisma that made an awesome family..
Enjoy every second of them while you can ..
Tony Geary has left the building and now is in Amsterdam.. 🙁
It was such a meaningful, beautiful moment for me – I have watched GH for 37 years and have loved Luke and Laura and Lucky all these years. During the period that Luke and Laura were first on the run, I dreamed and dreamed that I was right along with them – such an exciting time! The beautiful moments with Luke once again with Laura and Lucky made me cry – I simply loved it….
They were phenomenal – they are two of the finest actors and the play off each other so well. They both deserve Emmys next year- Jonathan for Guest Appearance andTony for his ongoing fine acting in any situation.
Agree with everything you’ve said – except – Genie Francis helped JJ as a child actor as well. You can see in the early years that Lucky was a wonderful combination of Luke and Laura just as JJ’s acting style was a combo of the 2 with special moments of his own. I know that this is Tony’s exit, which means the articles and commentary are focusing on Geary’s influence – but isn’t it always the Tony Geary show?! I’ll miss him, and am grateful that GH had him for so many years. But we need to give Genie the… Read more »
When Genie leaves JJ will escort her into the sunset. Let Tony have his day!
When Luke called Lucky “Cowboy”, I could see young JJ and Tony all over again.
And that ” Cowboy” moment always gets me all teared up.
I just love them so much.
Good episode on Friday (for a change) for so many reasons. Also, great to see Monica Q back (first time since the Xmas/Krampus episode).
Yeah, Monica’s appearance was a SHOCKER, more than the storylines, which don’t seem to shock me, the emergence of Monica, was SHOCKING, in a good way. It’s about time, right?
I hope Leslie Charleson is given much more needed airtime.
Monica can be integral into so many storylines. As I’m sure you saw, she was in the preview for Monday’s episode. Also, Monica’s confrontation of Sonny, for murdering AJ, is long over due. Maybe that will happen?
Hats off to the writers. Great dialogue by two fine actors. Hopefully now newer fans can see the old magic that JJ and TG shared for many years. Tony and Jonathan reminded me of how good GH USED to be! It looks like Luke gets to clear one of his biggest mistakes in “Running” over Jake. By the way it was refreshing to see Luke and Lucky having a heart to heart drinking water instead of the usual booze! I’m tired of seeing all these actors guzzling alcohol!
Timmm, hi I did not see Luke and Lucky back in time.. Fans who went through years/decade with them have the memories, connection.. I thought is was very well done, heart touching.. I liked it too.. However, I think some of the moment greatness was because of the actors past.. The same dialogue done by two others would not have been as great. I had a good time seeing JJ !! and really enjoyed a look at Luke and Lucky’s past.. ))it was TG and JJ that brought the tears, don’t expect the same from others they ain’t them, nope… Read more »
Your right su0000, JJ and TG made those ordinary scenes into extraordinary! I still liked how it was written but I see what your saying, those two and their history made the dialogue more effective. It made us feel good because we are seeing GH become a shell of what it used to be. I am hopeful that seeing Monica with Jason, Jake is alive and Paul is back with Dillion at the Q’s that this mega family will be front burner soon again! Hopefully!
The scene between Luke and Lucky today, was heart-wrenching. Except for the Fluke insanity, I take everything I ever said about Luke back. I see how easily a viewer falls prey to Tony’s enigmatic persona. He could not have given his acting any more steam, if he tried…it was perfection….his words of praise, his encouragement, his advice to his son was so real; I fell hook, line and sinker. I actually cried. Between that scene and Lizzie’s reunion with her son, I was ‘done for’…… Jonathan was not so shabby himself. The courage it took for Lucky to admit to… Read more »
The gentlemen was right get back to basics..i have watched recorded Gh since it started with Dr Hardy Bobbie Spencer….its not the same anymore with show it drags on and on get over it …Ava Kiki Franco who cares
I luv Franco! Nina and Ava 🙂
The writing for Luke and lucky was phenomenal. It was as if the years were turned back. Wish the writing would continue to be so good. Hated the Fluke storyline. Hated the Michael/AJ storyline. AJ was a worthless person and Michael putting him on a pedestal was sickening. Still don’t understand why Franco got out of prison. I don’t like him as a character. He should have stayed Todd. I don’t like the Valerie character. After everything Dante and lulu have been through he has spent way to much time with Valerie from the very beginning. Would be nice to… Read more »
Why does everyone need to be immediately paired off..
There are many unattached people who are very happy..
(so tired of needing everyone paired up, it never ever lasts anyways)
I agree, Su. Some people are happier single. Yes, go out and have fun. Being single does not preclude an amazingly fulfilling life.
Nonetheless, that’s what society demands. If one remains single, then it means something is wrong with that person. As I always wont to say….soaps mimic life.
Just as with Jake….as soon as he recovered, he was already playing footsies with Liz….and Sam, as well. The writers didn’t even give her time to take a breather after Silas….that little hesitation she had, concerning Patrick, was for nought.
A dream come true seeing J Jackson back for Tony’s departure. Their relationship is beautiful. If ELIZABETH is not the one to tell Jake/Jason who he is then it ruins the last 10 years of their connection.
Though never a huge fan of Ron C. writing, this episode so took my heart that I purchased it on iTunes. Although I believe Tony hinted that some of the original script was changed a bit when he and JJ got together to work scenes and that would explain the very poignant moment. Love, love, love these two together. They work absolute magic together. As for those wondering where Laura was, well, think about it for a second. I love GF, but if you recall, she left soon after the return to Port Charles because she had a baby. That… Read more »
If it is at all possible for Jonathan Jackson to make another entrance on GH, TPTB should do everything they can to make it happen. As a fan of Lucky and Liz from the beginning of their relationship til now, I feel like there should be closure for us in the form of a final reunion with LL2. Why couldn’t Lucky turn to Liz one last time to help him get through the “darkness” and in the end let them be together and have a little happiness. If GH ends up leaving the air, there should definitely be a happily… Read more »
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