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Ryan Paevey Opens Up On His ‘General Hospital’ Return and Teases, “I Wouldn’t Come Back for Something Vanilla”

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General Hospital is cooking up something major that will be revealed, we are sure, when Ryan Paevey returns to the ABC daytime drama series for the first time on your screens in over 7 years. But the million dollar question is as who?

As viewers know, Paevey previously played good guy cop and husband Nathan West, who was shot and killed by his own father, the nefarious Cesar Faison (Anders Hove), leaving Maxie (Kirsten Storms) a widow and James (Gary James Fuller) without a father. Ryan’s last tenure on the soap lasted from 2013-2018.

Currently in story, Nathan’s sister, Dr. Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) was found out to indeed be alive, when she previously died right before eyes, and is now involved with some kind of seeming research, or experimental medical procedures, while being held in Dalmatia, Croatia. That opens the door to the theory, could her brother be alive too?

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Further complicating theories (of just who Paevey will be playing upon his return) is that Maxie landed in a coma after being poisoned by the chemicals in Deception’s new face cream mask. Before she was taken to a long-term coma care hospital in Massachusetts, her son, James gave her Nathan’s badge as a way to watch over her.

Now, in the new September 8 issue of TV Guide Magazine on newsstands now, Paevey teased his upcoming re-emergence on GH with a major tease of just what kind of character he may be playing.

“This go-round is definitely going to be wildly different than the last one was. I’m interested to see where that goes,” shared Ryan.“We’ve got some fun stuff planned. I wouldn’t come back for something vanilla. It’s going to be a blast.”

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In 2023, after Ryan stepped away from appearing in Hallmark movies following his time in GH, and then show business altogether, one major reason was to be there for his ailing mother who had been battling lung cancer. However, now in 2025, he noted, “I feel my mom’s better to a degree.”

He also noted to TV Guide that time away from acting, helped him emotionally and afforded him time for a reset, “I do think that time away has given me perspective. Some stuff that necessitated my departure, some unpleasant experiences, made me take a step back. It’s been two years now and I feel better.”

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While no official airdate has been given at this time as to when Paevey will be back on-air, it is presumed to be in mid to late October or possibly the kick-off of November Sweeps. Ryan reported back to the GH soundstages in August.

One major theory fans have been considering, is that Paevey might actually be playing a very much alive Peter August (last played by Wes Ramsey) but wearing a prosthetic mask as his father did when Faison was masquerading as Duke Lavery (Ian Buchanan).

So, with what Ryan said of the role/story not being “something vanilla,” are you closer to your theory of who he is ultimately going to play? Drop your thoughts in the comment section.

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Funny, he used the term “vanilla” which is how many referred to his acting style.

If he is Peter, let it be plastic surgery so that prevents the guy from the parking lot from returning. A mask means it has it come off some time.

As for timing, it might actually be later this month, as GH was filming only about 3 weeks ahead after they returned from 5 weeks for their summer break.

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I’m not particularly excited about his return. Yes, he’s handsome but he’s a somewhat wooden.

That makes me think of the Elvis song “Wooden Heart”

I’m guessing he’s either Nathan turned evil, or an unknown twin. Heir to the evil that was Faison. And he’s Sidwell and Collette’s “associate.”

Exciting and can’t wait. Cameron Mathinson played a good guy in all the Hallmark movies and he is a really good baddie and I think Ryan will be the same.

Mathison just needs to be gone off GH!!

I can’t even watch him in anything

Why couldn’t he be playing the same character and interact with Maxie in a dream/coma world where they have the life they were robbed of by his death???

Ryan will start airing months before Kirsten Storms returns.

My initial thoughts were that he was going to be appearing “upstairs” in my old neighborhood when Maxie had a “near death” experience while iin a coma. But Kirsten Storms has supposedly finished all the scenes she taped this year anfd won’t be seen again until 2026.

And doing these scenes with the real (ghost) Nathan, but a fake temp hire Maxie? That would really ruin the point of the whole thing.

One thing a Devil can definitely confirm is that Heinrich Faison is NEVER getting out of Hell. Even his literally brainless father has a better chance.

Because she is happily with Spinelli now!

Agree

I think he is a good Mr Darcy. I would be up for a Mr Darcy has a baby on hallmark 🙂

Oh! let him be the good hot guy he should have been all along let Maxie wake up to him!

Pavey character is the one in charge . And since Britt is there trying to find a cure for the disease she has, it has to be a relative or Fasion himself

I love Spinelli and don’t want him to leave‼️‼️

I think he is the mysterious boss that Britt is working for .

Now that would be a twist. Hope we find out on Monday

He can’t act his way out of a paper bag.

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Kin Shriner Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ TV Daughter Kelly Kruger

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It’s been over two-years since his last appearance on General Hospital, now fan favorite Kin Shriner (Scott Baldwin) has taken to social media to share his thoughts on the casting of his grown-up TV daughter, Serena Baldwin now played by Kelly Kruger.

Kelly took over the role of Serena on-screen starting with the July 30, 2026 episode and has been ensconced in the storyline with her mother, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), in trying to win back full creative control of Deception for her.

In fact on the Monday, October 19 episode of the ABC soap opera, Serena tried to dupe Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) into signing over Michael’s (Rory Gibson) shares of the company. Jason caught on and wondered why she was doing this. She claimed she just wanted to help her mom gain creative control from Tracy (Jane Elliot) rather than full ownership, and begged Jason to keep quiet about it, which he agreed to for now.

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WHERE IS SCOTT?

On Monday, Shriner also took to X and said, “I think Kelly Kruger is doing a great job on General Hospital, and she and Lynn Herring work well together.” That was followed by comments in his thread about the show needing to bring back Scott too.

In fact, back on August 25, Shriner also took to X with a reminder that Scott is still around and ready to come back to Port Charles, sharing, “Scotty Baldwin always fits in he just needs the right sport coat !!!!”

The last time Serena mentioned her father Scott was when Kruger made her debut and informed Lucy that her father was, “living his best life in Key West.”  Meanwhile, Shriner posts on his X account continually and shared back on August 2, that it has been 49 years since he made his on-screen debut as then teenaged, Scotty Baldwin and thanked the fans for al the love and support.

So, now let us know, are you enjoying Kelly Kruger as Serena Baldwin? Do you want to see GH bring back Scott Baldwin into the story, so Serena has both her parents in Port Charles? Do you like the potential of Jason and Serena pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Jason Seeks Answers For Sonny, Drew Gloats, and Chase is in for a Battle

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, getting to the bottom of truth is paramount for several characters, but who will continue to lie and who might break?

In the latest video spoilers for the week of October 19-23, Sonny (Maurice Benard) needs to prove that he is innocent in orchestrating the prison beatdown of Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner). His girlfriend, ADA Justine Turner (Nazneen Contractor), wants to seemingly turn him to as she is seen saying, “I won’t give up until Sonny is behind bars,” to none other than Drew (Cameron Mathison)!

Meanwhile, it looks like Sonny has pulled Jason back in to to help him clear his name telling him to, “Find out whatever you can.” Later, we see Jason (Steve Burton) posing the question to someone, “Did you frame Sonny for it?” Did he go to Pentonville to confront Sully?

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Elsewhere, Chase (Josh Swickard) and Monet (Blythe Howard) get set to dissolve Chase’s marriage to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) who now has lawyered up with Ric Lansing (Rick Hearst). Monet tells Chase, “We need to prepare for the worst-case scenario.” Chase fires back ,“I don’t want a battle!” Is the battle over baby Phoebe, or a down and dirty fight just to get a divorce?

Then, Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) is reeling with happiness in the best possible way, after apparently sharing four kisses with mysterious stranger Jude (Wil Traval) at the Brown Dog Bar. Britt tells Lucas (Van Hansis) all about her evening. But, who is Jude and did he target Britt, or is he truly enamored with her? Stay tuned.

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Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week of October 19-23.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
Britt makes an intriguing deal. Trina is unsettled. Anna checks in on Sonny. Carly gets the third degree from Lucas. Jason calls out Serena.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Carly puts her heart on the line. Alexis delivers shocking news to Valentin. Sonny has a warning for Jason. Justine makes Drew an offer. Portia is wary of Monet.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
Anna seeks out Valentin. Britt’s attitude raises eyebrows. Molly seeks Alexis’s advice. Jason makes an offer to Lucy. Tracy and Cody catch up.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
Britt has juicy gossip for Lucas. Chase is thrown for a loop. Emma puts on her detective hat. Michael and Jordan await medical news. Ava is put on the spot.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
Ava pitches a dangerous plan to Drew. Jason calls out Josslyn. Ric and Monet go toe to toe. Lulu is discouraged. Sonny dangles a tantalizing deal.

Take a look at the latest GH promo, “Worst Case Scenario” below.

Now weigh-in: Will Jason figure out that Drew and Ava were behind framing Sonny? Do you want Chase to get parental rights to baby Phoebe? Do you like the attraction between Britt and Jude, or is something more nefarious going on with the guy? Let us know in the comment section below.

 

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‘General Hospital’s’ Jonathan Bennett Talks On Where Joe Fitzpatrick is Headed and Soap Opera Shirtless Scenes

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It had become abundantly clear that roomies Dr. Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) and PCPD detective Joe Fitzpatrick (Jonathan Bennett) seem destined towards a romance on General Hospital.

In fact, to get Lucas all hot and bothered (although he does fully let on), during the Friday, October 16 episode, the good doctor helps Joe pick out something less stuffy to wear to a bar to meet people.

However, the moment is met with Joe taking off his shirt in front of Lucas and doing a quick change from sport coat and button down shirt to a more relaxed casual button down shirt. In fact, the ABC soap opera even called out the moment as their clip of the day (see below).

Lucas and Joe

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MAJOR STORY TEASE FOR JOE

Bennett spoke with OUT in a new feature about what may be on the horizon for the by-the-book Joe and the moral Lucas, and how he learned that once the producers and writers on a soap script in a shirtless scene, if it goes over well, said actor, can expect many more in the months to come!

“I’m so excited for the audience to see where my character goes on General Hospital. It’s going to be monumental and I think people are going to love it,” teased Bennett. “I was shirtless in an episode and so petrified to shoot it,” he added. “I wanted to look my best and feel good. I really worked hard to get my body to a good place and I did it.”

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However as Jonathan points out, now he is finding himself half-naked in upcoming scenes as officer Joe! “I think I shot myself in the foot! Now that I did it once and it turned out well, every few weeks I read a script and I’m coming out of the shower, changing my shirt, or in the bathtub,” revealed Jonathan.

So, how does he keep camera ready? “I’m in the gym more, I have a better diet,” pointed out Bennett. “You have to stay healthy if you’re going to be shirtless every few weeks! I’m gay, an only child, and an actor. Of course I love the attention!”

While Bennett’s Port Charles story is going to reveal itself in the coming months, you can also see Jonathan back as the host of The Food Network’s Halloween Wars 16th season which concludes on Sunday, October 25.

Now below. check out the scene in question from Friday’s GH entitled, “Lose the Shirt.”

Weigh-in: What do you think will be “monumental” that Jonathan has teased that viewers will find out about Joe in the coming weeks? Are you feeling the on-screen chemistry between Joe and Lucas? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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