General Hospital
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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Friday’s episode of General Hospital concluded an emotional week on the ABC soap opera as Jonathan Jackson (Lucky Spencer) took center stage along with his longtime scene partner, Tony Geary (Luke Spencer).
The much talked-about scenes that had been previewed in several interviews by GH icon, Genie FrancisĀ (Laura Spencer) not only lived up to the hype, but exceeded it. When you think of classic acting duos in motion pictures and television that audiences love to see work together time and time again, we defy anyone to tell us that the team of Jackson and Geary isn’t right up there among them.
As the story continued, Luke came face-to-face with the little boy he thought he ran down with a car five years ago, Jake Spencer (James Nigbor).Ā Laura and Lucky walk onto the scene and finally Lucky is reunited with Jake and tells him he is his father.Ā When Luke explains some of how Helena faked Jake’s death, Lucky questions whether Nikolas (Tyler Christopher) has known the truth all along, to which Laura swears Nikolas wouldn’t keep a secret like this. But, would he?Ā As Laura goes to spend some time with Jake to prepare him for leaving Cassadine Island, that sets up the two-person scenes between Jackson and Geary, who combined have 13 Daytime Emmys between them.
As much as the scenes were the father and son heart-to-heart full circle moment between Luke and his first born, there was so much subtext going on between the dialog and the performances, as Jackson started his brilliant career as a little boy on GH under the tutelage of Geary, that the respect, admiration, and love that these two actors have for each other showed through as the scenes played out.
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Kudos to the GH writing team for some dialog that tugged at your heartstrings:Ā With Lucky saying to his father: “All I ever wanted was to measure up to you.”Ā To which Luke replied,Ā “Oh, cowboy.Ā Aim higher!”Ā Ā When Luke explained about his inner demons, and his heinous upbringing resulting in killing his father, Lucky responded:Ā “It’s not fair, you were cursed with a father like him, and I was blessed with you.”Ā He went on to say: “I got to grow up with Luke Spencer: the man who taught me to trust my instincts, to think for myself … you never talked down to me, you never treated me like I was too young to understand, and when you did disappoint me, and you did, and I turned away from you, you took the full force of my rage and bitterness, and you brought me safe to the other side.Ā I wish you had the kind of father that I have.”Ā After the beautiful speech by Lucky, Luke responded and said, “I believe you get the life of the sum total of your choices … the good, and the bad.Ā And, I have made some terrible choices.Ā There is no doubt about that.Ā But the good ones … the sweet ones … the choices that made me the happiest … they all had to do with loving your mother, and raising you … my first born, the pride of my life.”Ā Ā It was a beautiful tearjerker played masterfully by Jackson and Geary.
At the end of the episode, Lucky, Laura and Luke, and little Jake are back in Port Charles outside of Elizabeth’s (Rebecca Herbst) house.Ā Lucky doesn’t think this news of her son being alive should come from him, since he has disappointed her and always brought Liz bad news.Ā Luke insists this should come from him and stands by outside with Jake, as Lucky approaches the door.Ā Liz hears the doorbell and goes to answer the door, and when she opens it Lucky is there, and we fade to black!
What did you think of the scenes between Jonathan Jackson and Tony Geary? Lucky reuniting with Little Jake? Did you need the hankies for this episode? Excited for Monday’s airshow? Watch a few moments from Friday’s GH and then Share your thoughts in the comment section below!
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 respected each other and that’s great. All the love of family from Luke after Tony”s big mouth and not wanting a family would have made me gag if I didn’t think its Jon and Tony talking. Genie had better return if FrankenRon want me to watch. My give a damn’s busted about the show. JJ, Genie, Nathan, and Holly’s return made me tune back in. for how long its up to FrankenRon and NOT on twitter.
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 a duo, so Laura is never in anyone’s way in her own family.
But this is about Tony’s exit and JJ clearly only had a few days to give us. That’s the common sense answer to this question and while I also wanted to see Genie and JJ get some time onscreen, I understand that much. Again, you don’t have to diss Genie’s established career to make your point, but I guess you wanted to?
@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 did other things outside of GH. Thats great, her choice. If your a fan and you follow the soap opera scene you would also know that Genie and ABC have not always had the best relationship. So, me3, your messing with the wrong person accusing me of “Dissing” Genie. I love her and more importantly. I love GH!
“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 that this exit is about Tony and JJ had very little time to shoot.
I am a fan of Tony and Genie and I’ve followed the show since 89.
If I misunderstood your tone then I apologize, but your words came off as if it made no sense as to why some would want Laura to have a scene with Lucky. And if you are a Laura or Genie fan you would know her history. So I’m not sure why you wouldn’t understand this desire, even if it’s not one you shared…
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 š .
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 campās 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 storytelling needs to be logical and coherent. It needs to be well thought out. Not just throwing spaghetti at a wall to see what sticks. Not bringing in random characters and villains for surprises but with no purpose and rewriting history in the process; Frank Smith, Peter Harrell etc.
And finally, as evidenced by the Luke/Lucky scenes and the great response, General Hospital needs to be General Hospital. The experiment of tons of new characters and soap actors from other shows who are supposed to be āstarsā does not work. Fans do not follow these actors in mass and their presence, because there are so many, turns off loyal GH viewers. RC and FV have also shown that they are just not very good at creating new characters and making them interesting enough for people to care.
People care about Luke and Lucky because there is a history there and it was written by writers who took the time to develop them and their relationship.
GH has a rich history and great characters to write for, thatās what people want to see. And yes add new characters, add the next generation for core families and vets. No one cares about Kiki or her relationship with Ava or Silas or Franco. And they wonāt ten years from now.
GH is suffering in the 18-49 demo. There are plenty of people in that age range who watched the show 15-20 years ago who tuned out. They would come back if GH was GH. They would come back if GH was more like it was Friday; about characters they know and have cared about. In todayās world, GH, a daytime drama, is not going to attract tons of ānewā viewers who have no history with the show. They are not going to do it with camp and they are not going to do it with actors from other soaps playing new characters. The only path to increased viewership is making GH, GH again.
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 added but they should be relevant to the existing canvas.
The bottom line is that viewers who recently came to GH who came for their OLTL actors or other’s, perpetrate this ridiculous notion that a soap opera that has lasted for 50 years should not be about that soap opera, but that the way to go is new characters like Franco because he is played by Roger Howarth who was Todd and we should want to watch him do anything. That works for a very small group of people and it’s nonsense. If it wasn’t, there would be a whole lot more people watching GH.
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 first scenes with Genie–where he seemed to have the hooded eyes and lackluster voice and where he didn’t even appear to look at Genie or give her anything emotionally to play off of when she was working so hard, giving her all–to the latest scenes on Fri. where, almost as it it were happening organically as it did when he first worked with Genie and the young Jonathan, Tony softened and became the gentle, protective person he used to be when playing Luke originally.
Fascinating because it was as if he fell, almost unwillingly or unwittingly, if you will, into the same mode of acting as he exhibited all those years ago.
It was so gratifying to me as a longtime viewer–and sad also–because TG had wasted so much time violating the very character he created–the quixotic, unique, funny, quirky, playful, agile Luke, who found the love of his life, held on tightly, and became part of the greatest love story of all time, and now, stood, for good measure, in the “twilight” of his life, 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.
A fine moment!
Wish there had been more.
Maybe there will be a few more before Tony’s “swan song.”
This would go a long way in restoring TG’s image, which has been mightily tarnished by the last “Fluke” story and the devastating 52nd anniversary show where TPTB (and the actor TG”) violated the character of Luke, almost beyond repair, and made the Spencer family victims of their past. Luke was always known as the one character that could make “lemonade” out of lemons, to use a trite adage, but one that applies here. A victim is a thankless part to play and the audience can’t celebrate a victim. We always celebrated Lucas Lorenzo Spencer who triumphed over his past and any other seemingly unsurmountable odds. We loved that Luke!.
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, āmadeā 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! š
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 Luke and Laura so many years ago. While real life may not always have a happy ending, at least leave us with a warm, familiar ending to a character we learned to forgive and love.
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 āļø
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 GHāļøāļøāļøāļøāļø
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 JJ was a little boy. Many of us watched those years.
By the same token, Laura was a huge, wonderful part of those years, that history. So in the same way you don’t like when people complain about a story…many didn’t like when you brought up how much you were bored by Laura…and basically stated she wasn’t important…only to the “ol timers.”
It works both ways. The annoyance you feel when others complain…is the same others feel when you complain. And I’m not talking about people, ,Ike the one, lol, who shall not be named…but people who have legitimate gripes about silly stories, characters not acting “themselves” and great vets…like Laura, Lucky, the now deceased Duke, AJ,,,Ned, Monica, Mac…that just wasn’t GH..it still is. The writers seem to have forgotten that.
So in one sense I agree with you…if someone needs to get on here and continually bitch and moan…its grating on the nerves. On the other hand, no need for you to continuously state on every post that a beloved character like Laura comes back…how boring and irrelevant you find her.
Cheers to most of us agreeing about father and son!
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 the boards this weekend and realize that Friday’s show is General Hospital. Notjust bbecause of Triple L, but because when I turn on GH I expect to see Spencers talking, Cassadines fighting, infidelity, the QUARTERMAINES, danger, angst and the freaking hospital. Nix the new characters and let’s tell some good stories again. We don’t need camp to lighten this show. We need heart and thoughtful dialogue. That, along with a little danger, is what GH is all about. Or supposed to be anyway. I hope this show finds it’s true voice again before it’s too late.
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 long time fans can relish, and new fans appreciate. It was touching, and since very little on this show actually touches the heart anymore it seem better than it really is, because unlike many others I don’t think this moment was worth the poorly thought out story line I had to watch to see it.
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.. š
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 respect and admiration she deserves……..I loved Friday’s scenes and wish JJ had more time for scenes with Genie…..Am happy JJ was able to negotiate time with GH.
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 š
happy all vtes had a super good time seeing the two together once again !
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 this darkness, this phantasm, this cancer deep inside, eating away at him is admirable. Wow, and double Wow!!
When you’re right, you’re right, Su. GH rocks!!
PS. This is also for Timmm, Harry and so many others who tried to convince me what a superb actor Tony is. But, please understand that as a newcomer, I was introduced to Fluke…..and it went from there. I did not know Luke. After this ‘par excellance’ performance, I wish I could see more of him. Lo and behold! …I am a convert!!!….LOL.
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 š
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 have Genie back on the show again, if they could actually write a good storyline for her. It will always be a connection between Laura and Luke, but I agree that that boat has sailed. Let her find someone else to love like Luke did with Tracy. And, please don’t let it be Scott Baldwin. That is such a bad relationship. They really dropped the ball with the Lucy, bobby, Scott triangle. Every time a character begins to develop story lines get dropped. I have been a fan for many years and you are definitely losing me.
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 is when she had Lulu onscreen. Laura went into hiding with the baby and Luke was pretty much left to raise Lucky, so the truth is, Genie was only around for a short time on GH with JJ. It was Luke most of the time.
This was a goodbye for Luke, not Laura. GF has not been onscreen nearly as much (on GH) as Tony and that was her choice. She may have gotten short changed, but I really don’t think so. She doesn’t seem to hold any bad will at all, so why do so many fans hold that against Tony? That scene would not have been the same with Genie there because it was a father/son moment. Like it or not, Tony and JJ worked together more and had far more interaction onscreen than Genie did with JJ. It’s just the way it is, so please stop with all the comparing. My highest hope is that Genie (Laura) will get a decent story line and will be convinced to stay longer this time. I want to see her shine in her own right, but that all depends on the new writers and the willingness of Genie to stick around. I personally would not have changed one single thing of those scenes with JJ and TG. They were nothing short of amazing and it definitely brought tears to my eyes.
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 ever after for Lucky and Elizabeth!!!!!!!
Beyond the Gates
53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 16
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the full list of nominees for the upcoming 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and it was CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless and broadcast television newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates that racked up the most nominations with 18 and 16, respectively.
The full reveal on Tuesday follows the announcement of several major categories including Lead Actor and Actress on Monday via Extra and Entertainment Tonight and The View today revealing Daytime Drama Series and more.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmys ceremony is set to take place on Friday, October 30 at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California.
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In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS expressed, āWeāre proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television, As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.ā
“Each year, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the creativity, passion, and dedication that drive this vibrant community of storytellers,” said Rachel Schwartz, Head of the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Congratulations to this year’s nominees, whose work continues to entertain, inspire and connect with audiences every day. We look forward to celebrating their remarkable achievements in Hollywood this October.”
The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming.
This yearās Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Gold & Silver Circle Inductees, and ceremony host will be announced at a later date.
Now below, check out the nominees in the daytime drama, talk show, entertainment news series and creative arts categories and congratulations to all!
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Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Stacy Haiduk (as Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives
Karla Mosley (as Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Michelle Stafford (as Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless
Heather Tom (as Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful
Tamara Tunie (as Anita Williams Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Eric Braeden (as Victor Newman), The Young and the Restless
Steve Burton (as Jason Morgan), General Hospital
Scott Clifton (as Liam Spencer), The Bold and the Beautiful
Thorsten Kaye (as Ridge Forrester), The Bold and the Beautiful
Christian Jules Le Blanc (as Michael Baldwin), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Linsey Godfrey (as Sarah Horton), Days of Our Lives
Camryn Grimes (as Mariah Copeland), The Young and the Restless
Beth Maitland (as Traci Abbott), The Young and the Restless
Trisha Mann-Grant (as Leslie Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Amanda Setton (as Brook Lynn Quartermaine), General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Sean Dominic (as Nate Hastings), The Young and the Restless
Timon Kyle Durrett (as Bill Hamilton), Beyond the Gates
Michael Graziadei (as Daniel Romalotti), The Young and the Restless
Roger Howarth (as Matt Clark), The Young and the Restless
Mike Manning (as Bradley “Smitty” Smith), Beyond the Gates
Lawrence Saint-Victor (as Carter Walton), The Bold and the Beautiful
Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Braedyn Bruner (as Emma Scorpio-Drake), General Hospital
Al Calderon (as Javier Hernandez), Days of Our Lives
Alice Halsey (as Rachel Black), Days of Our Lives
Giovanni Mazza (as Gio Palmieri), General Hospital
Ambyr Michelle (as Eva Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Arielle Prepetit (as Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jasmine Burke (as June Hughes), Beyond the Gates
Jeff Kober (as Cyrus Renault), General Hospital
Eva LaRue (as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez), General Hospital
Christopher Sean (as Paul Narita), Days of Our Lives
Ray Wise (as Ian Ward), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
The Bold and the Beautiful
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
3rd Hour of TODAY
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
TODAY With Jenna & Friends
The View
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host
Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin & Ana Navarro, The View
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Tamron Hall, Tamron Hall
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Access Hollywood
Entertainment Tonight
Extra
Outstanding Daytime Personality (Daily)
Mona Kosar Abdi, Derek Hough & Terri Seymour, Extra
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood
Star Jones & Corey Jovan, Divorce Court
Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program
Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood ā An Entertainment Tonight Special
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter
Variety & CNN Actors on Actors
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors
Working In the Theatre
Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Daytime
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
Have Guitar Will Travel World
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Let Frankie Cook,ā Getting the Band Back Together
Macyās Thanksgiving Day Parade
Outstanding Technical Direction and Video for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 104
The Bold and the Beautiful,ā Episode 9511
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Paradeā
The Jennifer Hudson Show, ā Episode 4041
Macyās Thanksgiving Day Paradeā
Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
General Hospital, Episode 15719
The Kelly Clarkson Show,ā Episode 5033
The Young and the Restless,ā Episode 13273
So, what do you think of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations? Who are you happy to see receive a nomination and who do you think was snubbed? Weigh-in via the comment section.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination, ‘It Was to Honor Leslie Charleson’
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award nominations kicked-off on Monday with the announcements of four major categories including, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series ā Actor, and among the nominees is General Hospital’s Steve Burton (Jason Morgan).
Burton is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner in the Supporting Actor category for his roles as GH’s Jason and his turn as Dylan McAvoy on Y&R. However, Steve is yet to win in the Lead Actor category and he has received 11 nominations along the way in his daytime career.
Following the reveal that he is a 2026 Daytime Emmy nominee, he and his GH co-star, podcast co-host and comedy show partner, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli) taped a special edition of their That’s Awesome podcast just featuring Burton’s reaction to the news.
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FOR LESLIE CHARLESON
Steve expressed, “I know it’s such a cliche to say, ‘I’m just so honored to be nominated.’ But truly, I’m so grateful to be nominated, so grateful to just be on the show off and on for 30 plus years and to be nominated with the guys in my category. Just to get the opportunity. Frank (Valentini, executive producer, GH) texted me right away. I was just like, ‘Thank you for the opportunity to get to do what I do.'”
Taking in the moment, Burton thanked those who helped him select the material for his nominated reel. “Unless you win, you don’t get to say things. So. I’m going just say a few things:Ā Elizabeth Korte (co-head writer, GH) helped me a lot with the material, (as did) Michelle Henry, who’s a producer on the show, Laura Wright (Carly, GH), and then my wife Michelle (Lundstrom). I believe it was Jill Phelps who told me that when A Martinez felt like he had a great show or great scenes, he would mark it down. So, when Emmy time comes, you have all the show numbers written down, and you don’t have to think about it, because that’s half the battle (finding the material).
Burton explained how meaningful this nomination is for him, because of playing the scenes of Jason losing Monica, and his closeness with the late, great Leslie Charleson.
“The nomination’s an amazing thing, and it’s beautiful, but really it’s to honor Leslie Charleson. A lot of my material was because of her, and how I started on the show as a Quartermaine, it just means a ton,” shared Burton. “Maurice Benard (Sonny, GH) has obviously has been instrumental, and I’ve said it from day one and I’ll shout it from the rooftops. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here, and to be working with the people that we work with is incredible.”
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SHOULD JOHN OLIVER BE NAMED HOST OF THE DAYTIME EMMYS?
During the end of his conversation with Anderson, Steve suggested that the host of the Daytime Emmy should be Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver, who recently guest starred as the head of the WSB named Z on General Hospital, and is soon to show up on Days of Our Lives in a mystery role in August.
Thus far, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has not revealed their host for the upcoming ceremony to be held on October 30 in a venue to be named in Hollywood, California.
You can watch Steve sharing his reaction to receiving his 2026 Lead Actor Daytime Emmy nomination below on a special segment on the That’s Awesome podcast.
Now let us know, are you glad that Steve chose scenes surrounding Jason mourning the loss of the woman that raised him, Monica Quartermaine for his Emmy reel? What do you think of John Oliver as a suggestion to host the Daytime Emmys? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Reconnects with Danny; Tristan Roberts Arrives in Port Charles, Lots of Nods to #16
General Hospital’s 16,000th episode was packed with little reminders through points in today’s script that the ABC daytime drama series has set another milestone and it paved the way for the return of fan favorite and newly nominated Daytime Emmy Lead Actor nominee Steve Burton (Jason Morgan). The 16,000th episode also introduced viewers to the new surgeon in Port Charles Dr. Tristan Roberts played by Dean Geyer.Ā
Here are the key takeaways and what went down on the July 13 episode: Tristan and Jason are seated next to each other on a plane heading to Port Charles. Throughout the flight, a beaten up Jason has flashbacks to being thrown into, and being held captive in a cell and tortured. It appears Jason is suffering from some form of PTSD from what he was put through after being dragged out of Port Charles by the WSB months ago.
As the plane prepares to land, Tristan tells Jason there would be a car waiting for him once they land and to enjoy the rest of his life. Later, Tristan arrives at the nurses and doctors hub at GH and approaches Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). He tells her his name and that he is the new surgeon on staff.
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A REUNION PLUS A HEAD NURSE DEFENDS SONNY
Meanwhile, at the end of the episode, Jason is outside the Quartermaine boathouse looking bewildered when he runs into Danny (Asher Antonyzyn), who is so thrilled to see his father, and the two hugs each other as tears are shed.
Elsewhere, Elizabeth tells Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he thinks its a great idea for him to get the 16th seat on the hospital board, but when it comes times to convince Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) of that, things go awry when Tracy, Laura and Sonny try to work things out. After Tracy launches into Sonny about killing Alan and Monica’s son AJ, Sonny walks away dejected.
Next, Sonny runs into Elizabeth, where he informs her what happened with Tracy. So what’s a head nurse to do? Elizabeth marches into the conference room and reminds Tracy of all the different donations and ways Sonny has contributed to the hospital from the Stone Cates AIDS wing, to the Michael Corinthos Center for Pediatric Head Injuries as well as his constant support each year for the GH Nurses’ Ball.
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WSB WAR SCARS
Then, in one of the best parts for longtime fans of the series, Elizabeth talks about her legendary grandparents, Audrey and Steve Hardy and she tells Tracy they would have wanted Sonny to have a seat on the board for all the good that he has done for the hospital. After Elizabeth states Sonny’s case, things took a turn and Tracy and Sonny wound up shaking hands as Sonny is board member #16.
In the how great was it to see Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) together scenes department, the pick-up of last Friday’s cliffhanger is played out as the two former lovers fill each other in on what has gone down in their lives in the last several months including Valentin admitting he had been living in Carly’s attic, and Anna realizing she was kidnapped by Cullum, Sidwell and Cassius Faison. During their conversation, Anna sees the hallucination of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) right while Valentin is standing there.
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Later Anna was on her way to saying goodbye to Valentin, when the two share an emotional hug. After Valentin made his exit, Peter reappeared and warned Anna to not let Valentin distract her because she has important work to do. Anna answers, “I know.”
So, what did you think of General Hospital’s 16,000 episode? What do you think is wrong with Jason? What is the important “work” that Anna has to do? Were you glad to see Sonny get a seat on the hospital board, or not so much. Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out the scenes on Jason and Tristan’s long flight to Port Charles.
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