General Hospital
RATINGS: ‘General Hospital’ Scores 15-Week High in Total Viewers and Crosses the 2 Million Mark for First Time in 9 Weeks
General Hospital had more people tuning-in than over the past three and a half months for the week of July 6-10. According to the latest ratings report from Soap Opera Network, GH’s storyline and the fallout from Cullum’s (Andrew Hawkes) death and the arrival of Z (John Oliver) had piqued fans interest enough, for the ABC soap to bring in its best total viewer overall average in the last 9 weeks.
In addition, GH attracted its largest audience in 15 weeks since the week of March 23-27, 2026. The last time the ABC soap opera clocked in at over 2 million total viewers for a particular week was the week of May 4-8, 2026.
For the July 6-1o ratings period, General Hospital averaged 2.052 million total viewers which was up p +72,000 week-to-week and +132,000 year-over-year. Let’s take a look at what was driving the numbers below for the ratings week:
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Z REVEALS CASSIUS IS ALIVE
Carly (Laura Wright) confronted Z and demanded he pull Josslyn (Eden McCoy) from the WSB. Z refused, leading Carly to slap him across the face. Meanwhile, director Ross Cullum was exposed as a rogue double agent who had abducted individuals to finish Cesar’s final project.
At the end of the July 6 episode, John Oliver finished his 3 day guest-stint, but not before revealing to viewers that he had imprisoned Cassius Faison (Ryan Paevey) and he was actually alive. Z had then propositioned Cassius with work for the WSB or be sent away for Cullum’s crimes that they are pinning on him. The episode also marked the end of Ryan Paevey’s General Hospital run.
Elsewhere, Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) discovered the truth that this entire time she had been duped and never actually suffered from Huntington’s disease; having been manipulated by Cullum’s entire operation to finish the cold fusion project.
ANNA COMES HOME
Anna (Finola Hughes) finally returned home to Port Charles with her loved ones in tow. She was greeted later by her ex-flame, Valentin Cassadine (James Patrick Stuart), who was at her front door concerned for her mental well-being. Once alone, Anna is haunted by the ghost of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) telling her to take care of things.
Later in the week, Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Jordan (Tanisha Harper) clashed. He wants her to get his money for him from some off shore accounts in exchange for hooking her up a the same German clinic Michael went to to recover from his burns. Jenz tells her she can jump the line and help restore her scarred face, if she follows his demands, which Jordan turns down.
It should also be noted that General Hospital remained as the #1 most-watched show on Hulu on July 7, 8 and 10 and remained in the top five for the rest of the week.
Source for the above ratings numbers are derived from Nielsen (Live+Same Day Big Data + Panel).
So, did the July 6-10 week of episodes have you glued to your set and tuning-in every day to watch General Hospital? Would you agree that the preceding week which featured the shootout where Josslyn saves the day and ends up killing Cullum, was one of the more exciting in a long time? Do you think based on the strength of its storylines and day-to-day episodes that you’d hope General Hospital would score even higher than it did against the other soaps? Let us know you thoughts via the comment section.
I get that Kirsten storms is having difficulties and I feel really bad for her and I hope she gets the help she needs but why not recast her she’s a great part of the show and it doesn’t feel fair for spineless and James and Bailey and Georgie all have to leave the show it would be better to just recast her very disappointed about this
YES! Enter NU Nikolas Cassadine! GH needs to be extremely smart who they bring in as the next Nikolas. I’ll say it, they need a brand name, if you will. Done effectively and with skill, GH could pull off a fantastic recast for Nick Cassadine. From what I’m reading on this site, fans would like a nu Maxie (at least temporary)… the role of Nick has been played by a handful of actors and Christopher Tyler was brilliant, yet, Nick should have been out of prison like two years ago, this is a soap after-all… Mark Tescher can do it, GH can do it… it’s time to bring Prince Cassadine back. We have new (and improved) Lulu…. so, Mark needs to put his thinking cap on, they need a brand name… no newbies. The right recast could get back into the Britt orbit. And, if Greg Vaughn is available, bring him back as Lucky. Bring Grandpa Nick back home to Cassadine Island, Spencer and Ace, too. We don’t need Esme, though! Unless she’s going to go toe to toe with Jossalyn, then I’m game.
Adam Huss was great doing the role of Nikolas. Why have to recast? He has always been open to a return.
Well said!
I love and miss the Jackle!!!!!
Spinelli, and other young actors – loosing their storyline and jobs
That’s ridiculous and poor planning on the production and writing staff at GH.
It ruined the clever and extensive storyline – that did drag on too long, yet ended in GREAT drama -well done – for GH staff and dramatic daytime – soap storyline fashion.
This is an “exit, stage left”, writer’s haste is very poorly designed – give us and those other actors & actress – their jobs back! James, a young child – expresses profound grief, loss and tragedy in his young life – presently well acted, as it is played by his sub. Give it back so that eventually the original young actor grows, as he manages and processes his storyline. His opportunity for growth from that experience as an actor and life lesson for all ages and audience in all stages of life – is a writers responsibility to the audience! This is daytime drama- continues touching lives of all ages in its audience!
Again, why loose these cast members, specifically James and the beloved Spinelli –
just re-cast her!!!!!!
GH was incredible for the Cullum demise and Josselyn as a heroine! I rewatched the week’s episodes multiple times as I recird the show each day. I have been a fan since day one, and look forward to each new episode.
Congratulations to GH on an amazing week. The way the storyline concluded was the best scenes the show has had in months. I wish there was a way to include Hulu ratings in the overall ratings. I believe GH would be the number one show.
Now this story is over, I am ready to get the Drew/Willow storyline moving. It is not entertainment to see Drew sit for months in a wheelchair unable to speak. In addition, Curtis’s vendetta against Isaiah is such a failure. The dialog is the same always every day. GH needs to mirror BTG and make their black storylines more believable and the characters more likable. Lastly, I would love to see GH stop bringing in so many new characters when popular actors (Ava, Michael, Ned, Olivia) are not getting sufficient airtime.
Hello R.P. I agree, I truly miss Ned’s presence and Leo’s, too. Olivia can get a bit whiney. Ava needs story STAT!
The big let down the past few years is the lack of story, or willingness to create story for Chief of Staff (or co) with Terry at the helm. GH had make a wrecking ball with this intrigal role. I don’t know how Elizabeth Webber runs the hospital, she’s always there, doing everything. Ishiah is on a “leave” due to injury… I think he pops in for consults and Britt is all over the place, unstable for this profession, Lucas is recurring so, we see him and then on an odd day day, we have Doctor Navarro.
Don’t get me started on Felicia working there as a Patient Advocate, but such a position is not needed from a supporting artist… she spends time with her family as she should and yes Felicia can work full-time but I’d rather Felicia maintain part of her past like the last time, whether you liked it or not, Felicia and Carly went on the search after Bobby’s passing to find a young woman who was a reporter or something and yeah, Felicia became intrigal the past month or so, heading to France to support Anna, etc.
As for Portia, she’s been pregnant for two years! Before the birth of her son, she was at the hospital, sure, but Elizabeth does everything there! I love Elizabeth, she’s dedicated, committment and a life-long GH employee. Stella serves as Patient Adocate (to Chief Administrator) well. I think Felicia may need to be seen very minimally at GH, she will have her hands full with James.
No Maxie on the horizon, which was huge misstep by GH, nevermind that… But Cody who does nothing on the show… had to break the news to James about “Nathan”…. that whole Maxie/Spinelli/Georgie outting to the Grand Canyon was the killer of the story.
We all know what GH should have done with the Maxie character and they chose not to recast, so Felicia and Max (when John York is able to make appearances)… is James everything at the moment. Lucas pops in and out (due to recurring), Britt, here today, gone tomorrow, we’ll see what Dr Tristan’s deal is, Portia is now going to be on maternial leave… Isahiah is only good for consulting work… and I think Elizabeth, Stella, Lucas, Dr Tristan, Britt and Portia … are all a mixed bag,
Again, god bless her, Elizabeth shows up at GH for anything… we NEED Terry BACK in a supporting capactity, GH! Too many loose ends with these characters and their “roles” at GH. Nix Felicia out of the staff, have Diona and maybe Amy, featured more with Liz and bring back BRAD!
I agree with all of your points. Utilize the characters who don’t get much screen time.
Precisely, Priscilla 🙂
Hey Scrappy!
Great post and I appreciate the paragraph breaks.
See how the ratings sky rocket when Carly is on every day? My girl IS General Hospital.
Love you GH
Been watch GH for 50 + years started watching with my step mom. It was a good run for GH real excitemenWsB agent t shot the bad guy ! Alway is a good thing we all wish GH to be the top rated Soap!!
Yessss, it was good for a week. Then Joss’s men both showed up for her and then disappeared just as quickly. Anna is a good character but stupid storyline is getting worse with the visions. Loved ‘Z’s surprise appearance. Now back to boring, long drawn out, same ol same ol. Got excited that summer might get to be more fun up through sweeps. Immediately let down after high hopes. ABC is the greediest company forcing too many commercials and forcing to rewatch commercials if you rewind to see something again. Commercials, many, through movies. I literally only pay for Hulu for this soap and none of it is worth the frustration. Zero action, just talking everything to death. Disappointing rip off when everything else is so expensive, I’ll let this go and keep Netflix, Paramount and Prime to at least have fewer movie interruptions
Hi! I tuned into Y&R today just to check its pulse after declaring the soap dead 2 years ago. I do that from time to time because I am fond of the actors. Well! Still dead. Nothing but the same old long conversations. Even the actors act bored. But today, GH had interesting and fresh conversations interspersed with action. For example, the crazy kook Nina rolled Drew in his wheelchair off the dock and into the lake! Can you believe it? I swear, ya can’t take that girl anywhere. My point is, I think your criticism of GH is a bit harsh and lacks perspective. There’s a few missteps, sure, but there’s rarely a dull moment.
The reason why GH got high ratings the week of July 6 through the 10th was because we were finally coming to the end of the storyline that has been dragging on FOREVER . Plus she brought in John Oliver as Z from the WSB and I think the ratings were high because of him which they need to bring him back occasionally. Your storylines are great sometimes but you keep dragging them too far that people lose interest you got too many new characters and you should bring back. Keep this older characters that you’ve had in the storyline forever. I agree you need Spencer you need Maxi you need Spinelli you need Nicholas Cassadine back your ratings would go up . Anyway, I’d like watching GH but I’ll tell you it gets old some of the storylines especially like Drew. That’s not going anywhere. Let’s do something about that storyline move it anyway. Hopefully these feedback from your viewers will inspire you guys to take a look and figure out your next move. Thank you.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Heartfelt Speech He Had Planned If He Had Won Lead Actor at the Daytime Emmys
Steve Burton (Jason Morgan, General Hospital) gave his own Daytime Emmy post-script on the latest episode of the That’s Awesome podcast that dropped on Sunday, November 1st.
The two-time Daytime Emmy winner and eleven-time nominee had the opportunity to express to the viewers and co-host, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli, General Hospital) how when he hit the red carpet and went into daytime’s biggest night it was important for him to honor the people who helped shaped his journey as an actor and on General Hospital.
As it turned out, Burton lost his bid for his first Lead Actor Emmy when Scott Clifton’s name was called for his performance as Liam Spencer on The Bold and the Beautiful, making it a fourth Emmy win for Clifton, who stated his career as Dillon Quartermaine on GH.
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LESLIE CHARLESON AND JANE ELLIOT DESERVE THE CREDIT SAYS GH STAR
Before getting into sharing how he would have framed his speech, if he had gotten the opportunity, Steve said he felt deeply about how this nomination is all about the memory of his late co-star, friend, and on-screen mother, Leslie Charleson (Monica Quartermaine).
“A lot of my material was around Leslie Charleson, and her passing, And you know, if I were to win, part of being in the speech was going to be able to give her the love and credit she deserves, and Jane Elliot (Tracy Quartermaine).”
Speaking about Jane, Burton said, “Jane is so inspiring. I love her, and I love working with her, and when you see someone work like this, I hold them in such high regard and have respect for her that I wanted to give her the credit.”
IF YOUR NAME WAS CALLED ….
As Anderson delved a bit more deeply into who Steve would like to have thanked the moment he would have hit the podium, Burton revealed, “The first thing is always glory to God for me. I wouldn’t be anywhere or have all the great things I have in my life if it wasn’t for his grace, to be honest, especially with everything I’ve been through. It’s just been incredible for me.”
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Burton added, “I was going to thank the usual people, cast, crew and writers, directors, producers for for all of their hard work obviously. Frank Valentini (executive producer, General Hospital) for everything that he does, not just for me, but for so many people. It’s really incredible.”
Obviously, Michelle (Lundstrom), to have an amazing wife, an amazing partner in life is a game-changer, and I’ll cry about it. Then, to have my girls there was super cool,” an emotional Burton expressed.
Next, Steve revealed he intended to thank two of his co-stars, “Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos) for being a big part of my life as a mentor of mine. I definitely wouldn’t be holding an Emmy if I didn’t cross paths with that guy. I just don’t believe it. I think people come into your life for a reason, and he came into my life to make me the actor I am today.”
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Steve then wanted to thank another longtime scene partner, Laura Wright (Carly Corinthos). Burton said I wanted to thank, “Laura Wright just for being an incredible scene partner all the time, always showing up, always professional, always willing to work, always willing to make things work, always, always.”
IT STARTED WITH THE CASTING DIRECTOR
Genera Hospital casting director, Mark Teschner who picked up another Emmy this past weekend for Outstanding Casting, was another name on Steve’s “thank you’s” sharing, “Mark Teschner believed I had a chance, and that’s all you need sometimes.”
Steve said he intended to end his speech thanking all the fans of daytime soaps, expressing, “Last, but never least, the fans, because we would not be doing what we do if it was not for our fan base; we know that more than anybody. Not just fans that follow General Hospital, but fans of daytime.” The GH star concluded with, “We are part of your family, and you’re a part of our family, which is super cool.”
You can watch Steve share his experience at the Daytime Emmys in the latest episode of That’s Awesome with Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson below.
Now let us know, what do you think of Steve’s speech and who he would have thanked? It would have been a very emotional moment indeed for him, and his enduring fans. Drop your thoughts in the comment section.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards red carpet arrivals featured many a leading man from your favorite soaps, plus the younger stars and veteran actors you’ve come to love.
The gents were definitely about the bowties this year, plus fashion-forward trends, classic suit and tux looks, or sport jacket and no tie. There were a myriad of fashion choices on display from the one thing the soaps are usually known for, ‘hot’ guys.
This year for the first time the red carpet featured the cast of Beyond the Gates who were eligible for Daytime Emmy competition for the first time in their young history, bringing fresh faces and new vibes to the festivities.
LEADING MEN, VETERAN STARS AND NEWCOMERS STRIKE A POSE
Many of this year’s nominees who went on to become eventual winners, previous Emmy winners, and more, took to the carpet to strike a pose for the paparazzi in attendance.
Some of the standout looks came from (pictured above): Steve Burton (Jason Morgan, General Hospital) in traditional black tux with a sheen, Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter Walton, The Bold and the Beautiful), Giovanni Mazza (Gio Palmieri), Jibre Hordges (Jacob Hawthorne, Beyond the Gates) and Michael Graziadei (Daniel Romalotti, The Young and the Restless), all wearing tuxes, suits or sportcoat and trousers with a bowtie, plus now two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Roger Howarth (Matt Clark, The Young and the Restless) who gave us that stellar jacket and more relaxed vibe for the carpet.
Now below, check out the other actors who made an impression with red carpet fashion at the Daytime Emmy Awards this past Friday night.
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Days of our Lives and Brilliant Minds alum, Al Calderon (ex-Javi Hernandez), a Daytime Emmy nominee in light green suit.
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Beyond the Gates’ Jaden Lucas Miller (Tyrell Richardson) had it put together from head to toe making his first appearance at a Daytime Emmy red carpet.
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The icon, Y&R’s Eric Braeden, a nominee this year for Lead Actor for his performances as Victor Newman took to the red carpet alongside his granddaughter, but took a moment to pose solo for the cameras.
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Alex Cheeks who plays Donnell McBride on Beyond the Gates took to the carpet in this blue suit with brooch.
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General Hospital’s Dominic Zamprogna (Dante Falconeri) entering the red carpet from the street stylin’ in blue jacket and white sneakers.
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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Harrison Cone (Deke Sharpe) bringing the on-trend fashion to the Emmys, as well as he would as the young fashion designer at Logan!
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General Hospital’s Sawandi Wilson (Dr. Isaiah Gannon) in velvet red tuxedo stood out on the red carpet.
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Last year’s Lead Actor Daytime Emmy winner, Paul Telfer (Xander Kiriakis, Days of our Lives) returned this year to present several awards on-stage and hit the red carpet in very stylish black kilt.
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Days of our Lives’ newest leading man, Kyle Pryor made his debut on the Daytime Emmy red carpet. He premieres tomorrow on the November 2nd episode of the Peacock streaming soap operas as Dominik Marino.
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Beyond the Gates star, Sean Freeman (Andre Richardson) always looks super cool. This time in white jacket and packets making a fashion statement on his first Daytime Emmys red carpet.
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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Crew Morrow (Will Spencer) opted for a jean jacket and black sheen jeans to take to the carpet, but still bringing the swag.
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Days of our Lives alum Christopher Sean (Paul Narita), a nominee for Guest Performer in a Daytime Drama Series took to the red carpet in beautiful blue.
So, which men do you think were looking good? Did the actors bring it to the red carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmys red carpet was filled with the leading ladies of soap opera, with an array of styles, looks and fashion trends: from bright vibrant colored gowns, plenty of sequins, pantsuits, retro looks, to fashion-forward and more.
From many an Emmy newcomer to the carpet with the stars of Beyond the Gates making their first-ever appearances on daytime’s biggest night, to veteran fan favorites, to the nominees and the guest stars, these women walked the carpet showing off their 2026 fashion sensibilities to the paparazzi.
Let’s take a look at some of the noteworthy looks starting with pictured above: Beyond the Gates star and now Emmy winner, Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas), Days of our Lives’ Abigail Klein (Stephanie Johnson), and Sal Stowers (Lani Price Grant), General Hospital’s Katelyn MacMullen (Willow Tait) and alum and nominee Eva LaRue (ex-Natalia Rogers Ramirez).
DRESSED TO IMPRESS
Now below, check out some of the other red carpet looks from the actresses of Beyond the Gates, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless, and then you can let us know in the comment section the answer to our question, “Who’s got the look?”
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General Hospital’s Amanda Setton, a first-time Emmy nominee for her work as Brook Lynn Quartermaine, looked beautiful in burgundy.
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The Belle of the Ball: Beyond the Gates star Tamara Tunie wowed the red carpet, and later took home her first Lead Actress Daytime Emmy for her role as Anita Dupree.
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Y&R star, Hayley Erin (Claire) look stylish and in the popular burgundy dress color trend on the carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kelly Kruger (Serena Baldwin) dressed in black and brought elegance to the carpet.
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Y&R star, Christel Khalil (Lily Winters) looked stunning in this olive green dress and matching handbag and earrings.
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General Hospital’s Alexa Havins (Lulu Spencer) also dressed in sophisticated black with embroidered top and sarong dress.
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Days of our Lives’ Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez), who always wows on the carpet, did so again this year in a pearl white gown.
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Beyond the Gates’ Rhonni Rose Mantilla’s (Chelsea Hamilton) in a cobalt blue dress making her first appearance on a Daytime Emmys red carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kristen Vaganos (Molly Lansing-Davis) in a pale peach dress took to the Emmys red carpet.
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General Hospital’s Braedyn Bruner (Emma Drake), a first-time Daytime Emmy nominee, showed youth with elegance.
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General Hospital’s Maura West (Ava Jerome) and Cynthia Watros (Nina Reeves), both past Lead Actress Daytime Emmy winners, were on-hand to root on this year’s nominee in the category and for their show, which ultimately won Outstanding Drama Series.
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Three-time Daytime Emmy winner, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers) of The Young and the Restless definitely had people turning heads during the red carpet arrivals.
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Y&R’s Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea Lawson) took to the red carpet also in a black dress with her latest hairstyle!
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The one and only Finola Hughes (Anna Devane, General Hospital) opted for a sleek, yet comfortable style for the 2026 Daytime Emmys.
So, who do you think wore it best from the women on this year’s Daytime Emmys Red Carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.
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