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Stephen A. Smith, ESPN Host and ‘General Hospital’ Recurring Guest Star, “Leaving All Doors Open” to Presidential Bid in 2028

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Soap fans know Stephen A. Smith from his role as one of Sonny’s (Maurice Benard) right hand men, “Brick” on General Hospital, while ESPN sports fans know Stephen A. for his often fiery commentary on the top stories of the day. But, will Stephen’s next move be as a Democratic presidential nominee in 2028?

After appearing at the the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) convention in Las Vegas, Smith posted an article about the speculation and wrote on  his account on X, “Time to stop messing around. Life is great. Especially at ESPN/Disney. Hate the thought of being a politician. But sick of this mess. So I’m officially leaving all doors open.” Smith recently signed what is reported as a $100 million dollar 5-year deal with ESPN.

Taking to the stage at the Broadcasters convention, Smith elaborated t0 long-time media consultant Mike McVay. “I have no desire to do it. You just articulated my contract extension. I’m living pretty good. I personally perceive politicians being professional beggars. You always have your hand out and people need something in return.”

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However, Stephen added that in recent weeks he has reconsidered his position, “Over the last few weeks, I had to get a little more serious about it.” Smith boasted, “Imagine me on a debate stage with these people, these politicians. This is what I do for a living. I am not a politician. I don’t have a political record for them to lean on. I can challenge what you literally say (as politicians). They would all know more than me at this particular time, but they have a record to address.” Stephen A. noted he won’t make a definitive decision until late in 2026.

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Smith first appeared on General Hospital back in 2007 as a reporter during the Metro Court hostage crisis. A longtime fan of the series and in particular of the characters of Sonny and Carly (Laura Wright), Smith eventually was given the role of “Brick” starting in 2016.

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When he debuted, “Brick” was known as a top-notch security consultant, and has returned numerous times over the last nine years to the ABC daytime drama series including this year in 2025; always help Sonny takedown who ever is trying to gain the upper hand on his territory in Port Charles, or those aiming to do harm to him and/or his loved ones.

So, what do you think of Stephen A. Smith seriously considering a run as the 2028 Democratic nominee for President of the United States? Comment below.

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Guess what? The only person saying he should run is Stephen A Smith. No one is urging him to run as he maintains. The guy is an unqualified narcissist who makes ignorant statements not backed up by facts. He is a one man PR machine for himself. Let’s not give him the attention he is so desperately seeking. Right now we are living the nightmare of an unqualified, narcissistic celebrity serving as president. I don’t care if he’s a Democrat or a Republican, no more of this.

One hundred percent in agreement with your thoughts on this man. I cannot fathom how low the bar is for people to just throw their hats into the ring to run for POTUS. The equally frightening part is that people just as ignorant get a vote, and can (and do) put these unhinged, unqualified, uneducated, people into office.

It’s disconcerting for sure. Right now, with our country suffering from a constitutional crisis, this kind of talk is not helpful. Mr Smith can fight the good fight as a US citizen by calling his representatives, participating and organizing protest marches and use his influence to generate change. If he sincerely wants to obtain governing experience, he could start at the local level such as running for a seat on the board of supervisors in his district. As I said, HE is the one who keeps calling for HIM to put his hat in the next presidential race. Even his work associates joke about it. It’s embarrassing, and I wish he would just stop.

Harry…oh, I agree with you…TOTALLY!!!!! His GH character (and what kind of name is Brick anyway…lol) totally turns my stomach. To me, that clown has the face and look of an abusive psychopath. NO, NO AND MORE NO!!!!!

You really think you did something clever.

The guy is an ego maniac. No. No matter how much his invisible friends urge him to, he should NOT run for president.

I say go for it and let the voters decide. I can assure him though, he’ll never have my vote. I also despise his character on GH, just sayin’….Also, I’m not a sports fan, so I had no idea who he was except for GH.

Enough of this dragonshit. I’m going to run for President myself. How’s this for a bumper sticker slogan?

SATAN 2028 : Why settle for the lesser evil?

Hell, I’d vote for you over this guy or over the present regime for that matter. Great slogan!

If only I could vote.

You’d have my vote, Satan!

SATAN 2028: When You Hit Rock Bottom, Keep Digging!!

Oh please don’t. The guy flatters himself. While he might be an excellent sportscaster, he’s a lousy actor and would be an even worse president. We have living proof that celebrities with no experience or education in matters of governance, make disastrous presidents. I don’t know why Smith keeps talking about this but it appears to be a one sided conversation.

I can’t stand the character; I can’t stand the actor. He’s so completely clueless yet spews things as if he’s an expert. There needs (and has needed to be) a much higher set of qualifications to run for any elected office, let alone the President of the United States. The way it is is absurd. Absolutely surreal.

It’s not a big secret why you don’t like this character.

Why don’t I like this character? Because he comes off like a sleazy pimp; the way he talks, moves. Nothing about him to like. Never liked the character. But you seem to be implying something else.

I was implying that you’re a racist because you have repeatledly counted the number of black people on soaps.

Yeah I knew what you were implying. I just wanted you to admit it. Just shows you missed every point I made and guess what. I’m going to repeat it not for your benefit, but just so your comment isn’t left standing without context. What I SAID was, and STILL say, is that the black community is the ONLY minority to have a good representation on soaps. There is not ONE JEWISH character on GH. NOT ONE. There is Dr. O and Brad; the Asian characters. There are the Italian characters, the Latin characters, There are gay characters, a transexual…but not ONE Jewish character. We’ve had many Jewish actors, but for some reason GH will not write a Jewish character into the show, unless, like years ago, he was stereotypical Bernie. There was Matt Cohen, Tamara Braun, Rena Sofer, Amanda Setton, Stuart Damon, Sean Kanan, and other Jewish actors, and not ONE played a Jewish character. So yeah, when I hear complaints that there aren’t enough black characters on the show, I have counted how many there ARE on the show. It’s the same reason I’m not going to watch The Gates. I represent me and mine, just like the black community, the LGBTQ community, and every other community wants representation. If you can’t understand that, I truly don’t care. But don’t pull that racism card on me. I’ve made a point and racism isn’t it.

Bye Felicia.

I was a complete jackass when I made that comment and it was uncalled for. I apologize for offending you.

Thank you; I appreciate the apology.

Correction to my reply; Mrs. Wu, not Dr. O.

He was on Overtime with Bill Mahar and had a spirited conversation with Jesse Eisenberg two months back… on youtube

I saw that and he’s very entertaining but that doesn’t mean he’s presidential material. He’s a narcissist and his every sentence begins with “ I.” Meanwhile, he doesn’t bother researching the topics he has strong opinions about and he has no plans or strategies.

Did you miss what Jessie called him ? My comments stated “spirited” and were in support of Rebecca1’s.

Plus I have my own country’s upcoming election to worry about.

He’s a fool. He had Candace Owens on his podcast. If you’re not familiar with her she’s a vile, despicable female Hitler. She’s black; was one of Trump’s first black supporters, and was loved by his white supporters to prove that
Trump’s not a racist. She proceeded to spew vile things about the black community, the gay community, unattractive people; there’s not a “people” she hasn’t disparaged in the most hateful way. She then latched on to Jew hate going so far as to say she admired Hitler. She then said if she gets killed blame it on the “Zionists.” I think since Jew hate has become the “in_thing again she’s riding the wave; I think she make money off of spewing her hate. And THAT creature is who Stephen Smith had on his show. I didn’t listen to it; just saw his face with hers on Instagram and immediately blocked him because I don’t even want his posts coming across my feed. Even before I loathed the man, I didn’t like “Brick.” Comes off like a pimp to me. Always did.

Hi Rebecca1. Yes, I have watched a few of her clips on YouTube. I was pretty shocked by many of her views. My city has always had a large Jewish community and my first employer was a wonderful Jewish man who I learnt so much from, I worked for him for ten years, 1980 to 1990. I came out in 1984, and sexual rights were secured in my province in 1987. I wish you all the best Rebecca1, we all must stay strong with our believes.

Thank you once again GH fan. I appreciate you.

You may enjoy reading about one of my Provence’s favourite son, Israel Harold “Izzy” Asper.

Wow; impressive man and family. Thank you for letting me know about him. I must admit I hadn’t heard about him until you suggested I read up on him.

Please don’t quit your day job.

I love his character as Brick on GH.

And preferrably the sports job; this job he can.

It’s a “NO” from me on this one.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Lulu Tells Charlotte Everything That Could Have Happened to Her With Drew

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The Monday, September 28 episode featured emotional scenes for Lulu (Alexa Havins), Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) and Charlotte that set the stage for the previously reported exit of Bluesy Burke.

In story, Lulu and Valentin inform Charlotte they are sending her away to boarding school in Maine. The reason: she needs more structure, and more than her parents can give her. Charlotte’s recent actions to try to set up Drew (Cameron Mathison) to make it look like he was making advances to a teenage girl was the last straw for the teenager.

Charlotte, at first, was angered and begging her parents to not make her leave Port Charles. Valentin exits to give Lulu time alone to talk to their daughter.

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MOTHER HAS SOME THINGS TO SAY

Now alone, Lulu tries to open her daughter’s eyes as to what could have happened to her if she went through with her plot to videotape Drew with her in his car! Charlotte explains her plan and how she had everything under control, but Lulu asks her what if Drew took advantage of her or hurt her? What if things went terribly wrong? She questions Charlotte, if she even thought about that?

Lulu tried to make Charlotte see that Drew could have sexually assaulted her. Eventually, Charlotte agrees to go to boarding school, as Lulu and Charlotte share a tear-filled goodbye. However, before she leaves town, Charlotte asks her mother to let her say goodbye to Danny (Asher Antonyzyn).

VALENTIN OPENS UP TO ANNA

Meanwhile, Valentin has gone to the Metro Court Gardens and runs into Anna (Finola Hughes). Valentin is distraught sharing he feels like a failure as a father and because of his choices what has become of his daughter. He is devastated. These were also well-played scenes between James Patrick Stuart and Finola Hughes. Anna assures Valentin that sending Charlotte to boarding school is not a bad idea at all.

DANNY IS HEARTBROKEN AND ANGERED

Towards the conclusion of the episode, Charlotte tells Danny she is being sent to Maine to boarding school by his parents. Danny tries to look on the bright side, that Maine is not that far away from New York, and at least she is not being sent overseas.

However, Danny becomes upset when Charlotte tells him that her parents knew what she was planning with Drew, because Rocco had told Carly (Laura Wright).

Danny is confused why Rocco would have ratted her out. Charlotte says to impress Scou (Kayden Brenna Tokarski). The two teens hug with Charlotte promising that she’d be back, and Danny telling her he would here for her once she returned to Port Charles.

So, what did you think of the scenes between Lulu, Valentin and Charlotte? Did Lulu raise good points to her daughter about Drew, to scare her enough to realize actions have consequences? Will you miss Bluesy Burke? Let us know via the comment section, but first take a look at the opening scenes featuring the trio that sets-up Charlotte’s farewell, for now, below.

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Bluesy Burke’s ‘General Hospital’ Status as Charlotte Cassadine Revealed

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On the Monday, September 28 episode of General Hospital, Charlotte Cassadine was sent away from Port Charles to boarding school in Maine, thus ending the run, for now, of Bluesy Burke.

Burke’s tenure with the ABC soap and the future of Charlotte were left up in the air and a hot topic for many GH fans over this past weekend when her parents, Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) and Lulu (Alexa Havins) agreed their daughter should get far away from Port Charles. Now we can confirm, while the character is being written of the canvas, that doesn’t mean we have seen the last of Bluesy.

In real-life, the young actress is going off to college and also out of state. General Hospital’s executive producer, Frank Valentini explained via a statement to Soap Opera Digest, “Bluesy is still a part of the General Hospital family, and we worked it out so that she will come back on her holidays and school breaks. We are incredibly proud of her as she begins this exciting new chapter and starts her college journey.”

Charlotte and Outback

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BLUESY GOT THE STAMP OF APPROVAL FROM GH EP

GH fans first saw Bluesy take over the role of Charlotte Cassadine back in September of 2025. Prior to Burke, the role was played by Scarlett Fernandez from 2014-2025.

Bluesy shared with SOD, that she was able to work things out with Valentini and General Hospital so she could make returns while in college. “I love my job and I didn’t want to leave it,” expressed the actress. “But I spoke to Frank and just kind of laid it all out there and let him know what my situation was and he was in full support of me going to college. When I told him I was thinking of taking a gap year, he was like, ‘No, you have to go to college, that’s so important and we will be here for you.’”

COLLEGE VS. THE SOAP A DIFFICULT CHOICE

In the difficult choice of going off to college or continuing in her professional career acting on GH, Burke acknowledged that when she heard the door would be left open for her return, that it, “meant the world to me, and really made me feel better about making the decision.”

Burke also shared that on her final tape date before heading off to school, that Valentini was already asking her when her next availability, and window would be to come back to tape all-new episodes as Charlotte.

So, happy to know Bluesy is able to go off to college and return when she is able to during her school year and the holidays? Are you upset that Valentin and Lulu decided, in story, to send Charlotte away from Port Charles in the first place? What will become of Danny? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Is Sonny Being Set-Up For the Beatdown of Curtis and Sidwell? If So, Who is the Real Culprit?

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, Curtis (Donnell Turner) and Sidwell (Carlo Rota) are brought to GH after their brutal attack and Pentonville, with all eyes on Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) as the person behind it. But, is he?

In the video spoilers, Liz (Rebecca Herbst) shows Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) past a curtain to where Curtis has been handcuffed to a gurney. Then, we see Ric (Rick Hearst) sharing, “Jenz and Curtis were just transferred to GH. They were beaten within an inch of their lives.”

Viewers don’t see who Ric is talking to, but it could be assumed it’s his brother, Sonny who recently told his brother about sending ” a message” to a prisoner in Pentonville. All things being equal are making Sonny look like the guilty party responsible for Curtis and Sidwell’s beatdown.

Curtis and Sidwell

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CAN JUSTINE TRUST SONNY?

Justine (Nazneen Contractor), who is now deeply involved with Sonny in a romantic relationship, pays a visit to Sidwell herself at the hospital, and asks him, “Who was behind it?” Sidwell utters,“Who do you think?” Cut to: Justine confronting Sonny, asking him to look her straight in the eye and tell her if he was behind the prison beatings of Curtis and Sidwell. Sonny looks stunned.

Suddenly, the scene turns to another attack, but this is something personal between Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) and Rocco (Finn Carr), where Danny hauls off punches his “brother.” outside of the boathouse. But why?

DANNY UP IN ARMS

Has Danny learned that Charlotte (Bluesy Burke) is, or was sent to boarding school and away from Port Charles, and blames Rocco for opening his mouth about Charlotte’s attempt to blackmail Drew (Cameron Mathison) gone wrong… or did something else happen?

As the video preview comes to a conclusion with a split screen shot of a battered Curtis and Sidwell, the voice-over is Dante who says, “They’re not sure he’s gonna make it.” Who may not survive the attack? Stay tuned.

Take a look at the official GH teasers for episodes airing September 28-30 below.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
Valentin opens up to Anna. Lucas puts Carly on the spot. Charlotte tries to sway Lulu. Sonny makes Gio an offer. Rocco gives Danny bad news.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Britt makes a bold declaration. Jason supports Danny. Dante’s suspicions are confirmed. Jordan confides in Michael. Monet courts a new client.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Ava and Drew are horrified. Sonny questions Jason. Ric attempts to do damage control. Curtis’ claim baffles Jordan. Michael reassures Molly.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
Dante confronts Sonny. Willow pulls some strings. Lulu seeks out Tracy. Scout and Danny clash. Michael counsels Brook Lynn.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
Sonny is crushed. Trina and Josslyn find common ground. Jordan gets life-changing news. Gio surprises Emma. Chase shuts Brook Lynn down.

Check out this week’s General Hospital promo, “Was Sonny Behind It” below.

Then weigh-in: Do you think Sonny was completely set-up? Did Sidwell actually set-up his own beating in an effort to trap Sonny and to free him and Curtis from Pentonville? If so, will Curtis then be blackmailed by Sidwell? If Sidwell is not behind it, and it’s not Sonny, who could be the culprit? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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