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REPORT: Ricky Martin Could Face Up to 50 Years in Prison Over Domestic Abuse and Incest Allegations

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UPDATED: Global superstar and General Hospital alum, Ricky Martin (Ex-Miguel, 1994-1995) finds himself embroiled in a scandal after new allegations have come to light in the domestic abuse case filed against him, as well as the restraining order.  On Friday, a report from the Spanish news site Marca, shared the the alleged victim is Martin’s 21-year-old nephew, Dennis Yadiel Sanchez.  Ricky Martin’s brother, Eric Martin is said to have identified the alleged victim.

However, late Friday, Marty Singer, a lawyer for the singer issued this statement to Deadline: “Ricky Martin never had ‘any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew’. Unfortunately, the person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges. Ricky Martin has, of course, never been – and would never be 0 involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew.”  He added, “The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting.”

Ricky is set to go to court July 21st in Puerto Rico, and under Puerto Rican law, there are harsh penalties for sexual crimes when the alleged victim is related to the accused. Marca is reporting that if convicted, Martin could serve up to 50 years behind bars.

In the report, Sanchez ended a 7-month relationship with Martin and allegedly Ricky did not take it well, and continued to contact his nephew and even show up at his house. The singer’s nephew alleges that Ricky physically and emotionally abused him.

Earlier this month, representatives for Martin shared in a statement to PEOPLE: “The allegations against Ricky Martin that lead to a protection order are completely false and fabricated We are very confident that when the true facts come out in this matter our client Ricky Martin will be fully vindicated.”

Martin took to Twitter also earlier this month and shared: “The protection order entered against me is based on completely false allegations, so I will respond through the judicial process with the facts and the dignity that characterize me. Because it is an ongoing legal matter, I cannot make detailed statements at this time. I am grateful for the countless messages of solidarity, and I receive them with all my heart.”

All of this comes on the heels of Martin being sued by his former manager Rebecca Drucker for over $3 million in unpaid commissions.  In her complaint, Drucker claims she helped him navigate what she calls a “potentially career-ending allegation,” back in 2020.  The claim also says that because of Drucker, Martin emerged ‘unscathed and proceeded with his professional resurgence.”

So, what do you think about the domestic abuse and incest claims against Ricky? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.

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All I can say is we need to wait and hear all of the facts. It is unclear how old his nephew was when this alleged relationship was happening? IDK if this is true or false, I would be a good juror in the case. Sad if it is true. ): Definitely need much more information before deciding who is telling the truth…

I guess he’s living la vida loca now!!!
God, I hope this isn’t true.

James, I was going to make the same comment you made with your first sentence. But I also share the sentiments of your second sentence. It’s really tragic.

So you both believe that allegations of sexual abuse are a great cause for an attempt at comedy. Plus, it’s irresponsible to post what the sentence will be for a crime that hasn’t even been proven to be true yet.

Great points, whynot. There was no malice intended on my part, but I do thank you.

Wish this site (and others that are soap-centric) stray away from the gossipy items like this and Burton’s divorce. Stick to commentary about the shows.

I’m inclined to agree, Steve, mainly because folks rush to their own judgment before facts are known. Facts that, frankly, I don’t WANT to know. There are many more topics I’d rather discuss, mostly plot related, that never surface here and would be a lot more enjoyable.

Exactly!
Like why don’t any of these ‘soap’ bloggers , sites, report about how crappy and dismal Y n R has become?! In any event there s never any articles here about y n r in general. The show has lost its soul.

I know, Damien. In my view, what’s really wrong about Y&R right now is: the return of Diane; the continual and redundant shafting of Adam; way too much of dull Nate and obnoxious Armani (or whatever her bloody name is); sending Nick back to Newman AGAIN; ignoring Kevin, Jill, Esther; and only token appearances of Traci, Ashley, and Christine. There’s no joy, no warmth, no family moments (and don’t tell me that witch Victoria’s gleeful ousting of Adam warrants a cheer as they shamelessly did last week). The Ashland comeuppance was too long in coming and deeply non-dramatic in its execution. Are we really supposed to root for Victoria? She’s repulsive and her adolescent jealousy of Adam requires MAJOR therapy. And Diane ruins every day for me, not to mention Jack’s ridiculous reactions to her. Wow, that’s a lot of stuff to fix! I hate being this negative about a show I’ve watched since episode ONE. But it’s for that reason I feel obliged to express my disdain. I want my show back!

Unholy shit!!

Are you behind this Satan?
It sure seems to be a media ploy in the days of waning wokeness to steal a few more souls?

Steve is right? Who cares? Who should care? Bad on you Michael Fairman for getting this completely wrong! The parties involved should care, everyone else in the world has life to live.

If it’s true, I just hope the poor kid has proof, if not even if he’s mentally ill, tptb will bury him alive…and it’s more likely the uncle is mentally ill, but profitable to those in power…slavery is alive and well, and in this age has benefits.

Enjoy your salad master .

Viewer88

He wont be shaking his bon bon in the clink.

You may have my favorite profile name here ever!

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Nancy Lee Grahn’s Star-Studded ALS Fundraiser Reveals “I’ll Be There” Video Featuring Soap Opera Notables

Talk about your impressive line-up! It’s a soap fans dream and for a great cause. General Hospital’s Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis) is prepping her one-night only ALS fundraiser which will feature many of her friends and co-stars.

The benefit is set for May 4th in Glendale, California. Slated to participate are Genie Francis, Jane Elliot, Peter Bergman, Maurice Benard, Eileen Davidson, Thorsten Kaye, Michelle Stafford, Stephen Nichols, Rena Sofer, Jason Thompson, Kelly Monaco, Melissa Claire Egan, Maura West, Kristina Wagner, Gregory Harrison, Trevor St. John, Kate Mansi, Kirsten Storms, Cynthia Watros, and many others.

On Wednesday, Grahn took to her social media and released an “I’ll be there” video shout-out featuring, Monaco, Elliot, Bergman, Bernard, West, Harrison, St. John and more. In a touching and important moment in the new video, Michelle Strogny, who is battling ALS, is featured.

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Previously, in speaking with Soap Opera Digest on the impetus of the event, Grahn recalled, “I was actually doing Zoom events during Covid and I met this woman that I just fell in love with, Michelle Strojny. At the time, Michelle had been living with ALS for four years. Now, it’s five years. She is a mom of a teenage son, she has the most wonderful husband, and she has been dealing with this [disease] for quite a while. And obviously, there isn’t a cure yet. It’s not survivable yet. But as she says, it’s not incurable. Nothing is; it’s underfunded. But anyway, I just really dug this woman. She is so grounded and filled with grace, and she spends all of her time working to raise money for the cause. We did a fundraiser for her last year and then I thought, ‘You know what? The soaps don’t ever get together to do something for charity.’ Collectively, we have this amazing community and we don’t collectively use it for a good cause, and I think it’s such an easy thing for us to do and we could potentially really make a difference.”

As GH viewers know, Gregory Harrison is playing the character of Gregory Chase, who is also battling ALS in a touching storyline that is currently playing out shedding a light on this disease.

For information on Nancy’s event, including the stars who are s scheduled to participate click here. To purchase tickets to the event click here.

Check out the video featuring Nancy’s friends and co-stars below.  Now let us know, your thought son the line-up for the benefit and helping raise awareness and funds for ALS research via the comment section.

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‘General Hospital’ Writer Shannon Peace Let Go, and Shares on Sprina: “One of My Only Regrets is to Not Have the Opportunity to Develop That ‘Ship’ Further”

As General Hospital’s new head writing team of Elizabeth Korte and Patrick Mulcahy gets off the ground and running, there are still changes a foot on the writing team.

Now comes word via breakdown writer Shannon Peace that she is no longer on contract with the long-running ABC soap heading into its 61st season. Peace shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram, thanking the fans, and the show for the opportunity and the importance of diversity in the writers room.

Peace began, “After almost 3 years on staff and 106 episodes penned, I am no longer on contract with General Hospital. Writing for this country’s longest running television serial drama has been an education of epic proportions; I will forever be grateful that I earned my WGA card on a daytime fixture that holds memories for so many.” (Peace pictured below with GH EP Frank Valentini and script writer, Charlotte Gibson from about ten months ago).

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Shannon added “Even more importantly, as the sole Black breakdown writer (and only POC in the writers room) during my tenure, I pushed for vital interactions and discussions that prioritized inclusion, visibility, and representation”

The writer pointed to the example of vital interaction when in story, “Stella and Portia’s frank July 2022 conversation about the role race played in Esme’s framing of Trina is just one example of the impact I’m gratified to have had.”

Acknowledging former GH co-head writers was also part of Peace’s farewell expressing, “Appreciation to my former bosses, Chris Van Etten and Dan O’Connor – not only taking a chance on me, but for valuing my opinion and championing my voice.”

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Many GH fans know that Peace was key to the development of the love story between Trina Robinson and Spencer Cassadine as played by Tabyana Ali and Nicholas Chavez. Shannon gave a special shout-out to ‘Sprina’ fans, “I also want to thank fans who were supportive of my work, especially the recognition of my love for ‘Sprina’. One of my only regrets is not having to develop that ‘ship’ further.”

She concludes her statement with,”In the aftermath of a historic writer’s strike that shed new light on the troubling ways writers are regarded in daytime, my sincere hope is that General Hospital recommits to valuing staff writer efforts and input, with a more intentional focus on diverse viewpoints — and thrives for another 60 years.”

Accompanying her post, Shannon added, “Thank you all for the love and support these last few years. I hope GH fans get all they hope for and more!”

So, what do you think about GH not renewing Shannon’s contract? Will there be more continued changes afoot? What do you think is the future of ‘Sprina’ anyway at this point as viewers wait to see if Nicholas Chavez officially returns to the show?  Comment below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Learns Britt Died and Tells Anna He Has Been Working For Cates Since November 2021

On the Tuesday, March 26th of General Hospital, Anna (Finola Hughes) and the viewers learn about where Jason (Steve Burton) has been for over two and half years. However, Jason gets some news of his own.

Anna is visiting Jason at the PCPD interrogation room. She asks him if he shot Dante (Dominic Zamprogna), which he flatly denies. Anna believes him, but she tells Jason it doesn’t matter, because video footage shows him on the roof at the time of the shooting

When talk turns to Jason not willing to speak without his lawyer present, Anna can’t grasp why Jason would instead spend an hour alone talking with John Cates (Adam J. Harrington).

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It is then that Anna brings up that John went by “Jagger” and that the two of them knew each other in high school. Jason doesn’t recall much of his time in high school following his brain injury, but then he gets furious realizing John knew about “Jason’s” past. That is when Jason slams the table and tells Anna, “I’ve been working for John Cates since November 2021.”

Next, Jason explains further that he has been working as an informant for the FBI. Anna wants to know how this came about and he tells her that after the tunnel collapsed, and he couldn’t make it to Britt (Kelly Thiebaud)… all of a sudden he sees Anna’s face drop.  Anna is the first person to tell him that Britt died and was murdered. She tells Jason the killer is in custody, but he continues to be shocked, overwhelmed with tears welling up in his eyes. Realizing he has to pivot to save his life, Jason continues telling Anna how he wound up working with John.

Jason explains that after the tunnel collapse in Greece, FBI agents grabbed him and placed him under arrest and took him to Quantico where he met John. At Quantico, John played a recording of RICO violations and offered Jason a deal if he agreed to be an informant against Pikeman, the illegal arms dealer.

Anna hears from Jason that he thinks Pikeman is selling illegal arms to anyone flagged by the NSA but has ties to the WSB which they needed a civilian to infiltrate their organization as a military soldier, a mercenary.

Jason tells Anna he was a part of the team brought into eliminate Sonny (Maurice Benard). Every time an attempt was made on Sonny’s life over the last two years, a different team was sent to do the job. Anna gets furious when she learns that John told Jason his job was to kill Sonny and she was with John at the warehouse that night. Jason ensured the sniper missed Sonny and left the rifle behind. However, they were supposed to meet an extraction team. Before he was shot, Dante saw it was Jason on the roof and when he turned around with his hands over his head, Dante was shot by the other guy. Jason says if Dante dies, he’ll be charged with capital murder and then will be useless to the FBI.

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Meanwhile, John visits Bobbie’s and runs into Carly (Laura Wright). She learns Jason is in custody and is going to head to the PCPD. Before she does, Carly has some words with Cates when she learns not only does John have a vendetta against Sonny, but Jason too.  Carly tells John he should recuse himself from the case.

So, what did you think about the moment when Jason learned Britt died? What do you think of Jason’s return storyline thus far and what we learned about Jagger/Jason and more? Comment below. But first, check out a moment from today’s GH with Jason and Anna.

 

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