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Steve Burton on How Jason Will Return to General Hospital: “All I Know is I’m Buried in a Cave in Greece Somewhere”
On Wednesday, January 10th on ABC7 Chicago’s Tracy Butler chatted with General Hospital’s returning Steve Burton (Jason). Originally scheduled to appear in-person, Steve participated in the interview virtually, because of weather delays causing problem with flights from LA to Chi-town.
During his appearance, Steve discussed his departure from GH back in 2021 due to not complying with the Covid-19 mandate at Disney/ABC, but how he always hoped he would get the opportunity to come home again to Port Charles. Burton related: “I left the show a couple years ago, everybody knows the whole story.”
On his surprise announcement at the end of last week’s General Hospital: 60 Years of Stars and Storytelling primetime special, Burton shared: “Frank Valentini (EP, General Hospital) did an amazing job with this reveal of, ‘One door closes, another one opens,’ because that’s what I said in my Instagram video when I left, you know? I believe that in my life, that when one door closes, another door is gonna open and that’s how I’ve lived my whole life. And when I did (leave GH), I was able to go to DAYS for a little while, that door closed ,and now this door has opened again.”
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The two-time Daytime Emmy winner also weighed-in on how much longer he thinks he might stay in front of the camera: “I feel like I have another, I don’t know, it’s a feeling right now and I don’t like to go on feelings all the time … another two or three years of acting.” Steve mentioned how he did say on his Instagram message after leaving GH, “If the mandates are dropped I’d love to return to General Hospital, it’s my home, and I would like to finish my career there.”
The question on his mind and viewers mind is just how will Jason be written back into the canvas. Steve expressed, “All I know is I’m buried in a cave in Greece somewhere … that’s all I know.”
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Later, in the interview, Steve talked about the loss of Jackie Zeman, and what she meant to the show and the sense of spirit she would always bring to the set.
You can watch Steve’s appearance on ABC7 Chicago below.
Now, let us know, how do you hope GH writes Jason back on the canvas? Give us your theories and suggestions via the comment section.
Great interview. Steve’s definitely personable and knows how to promote himself in a down-to-earth way. Smart enough to keep his politics out of the public eye, and handled ABC’s vax mandate with class, (at least on social media) knowing that leaving on a positive note would keep the door open. Looking forward to his return…
I agree, just don’t pair him up with Carly again. He fits better with Sam–now that was a romance!
I totally AGREE!!!
I loved im with Carly, Im way over Sam not picking Jason time and time again. Leave Sam where she is or back with Drew 🙂
Dante should be with lulu when she wakes up. ( don’t know why the writers are taking so long)
And what about Dante, is he chopped liver? Although I’m not crazy about he and Sam together, I would feel bad if Sam dumps him for Jason.
I hope they fineally put Jason and Carly together back together as more than friends in a whole new romance relationship with only each other get engaged and married for real and have children of there own and move in together and start a new life together
Nope!
DO NOT want Carly having any more kids……come on, if Michael is in his 30’s that makes Carly in her 50s. Time for the baby machine to shut down. Remember she had issues having Donna due to her age.
So excited that Steve burton is returning back home to g.h. where he belongs!!!!!!!!
Love to see him with Sam
I’d like to see Jason as part of the sex trafficking story line. Undercover, and was working with Bobbie Spencer and Luke to save the boys and girls who were being extorted!!!
Huh??
Great Idea!
That’s great I was thinking of that too I hope that’s a good storyline hope it works out
That would be awesome
I don’t know if I’d like seeing a Drug Trafficked type SL . Thats what I watch all the nighttime COP and Detective shows for.
Welcome back Jason.
I want him to meet Felicia and Carly in Amsterdam with a case of amnesia and they convince him to come back to PC where he slowly gets his memory back and hook up with Jordan.
That would be good too but I want him to recognize Sonny when they meet
I don’t even recognize Sonny any more. How will Jason?
OMG, Jordan??
I hope he comes in on Sonny at his worst and looks up and he’s there in his eye sight at Sonny Crib
Awesome too, due to Nina that would better
Sonny Crib, and where the hell is that?
A great way to bring Jason back,would to have someone like Anna or Valentine take a trip to Greece and to happen to see Jason.Jason, has amnesia.The reason he hasn’t returned to Port Charles sooner.
No Way! Anna is to Good for Valentine. There is NO chemistry between them!!!
Jason needs to return to Sonny as his muscle. I think Carly is too old and should be back with Sonny. Jason needs a new love life.
Yes he finally coming home. It don’t matter how the do it.. I can’t wait to watch his return I hope it will be as good as it was when he came though the glass at the event they had in the metro court go Steve welcome home
For Jason’s return
I would like to see Sonny, Anna, Curtis And Dex
Of course Curtis regains his legs
In an all in out war with Pikeman who is connected to the WSB and Cirus who is also connected to or is he Pikeman and let’s not leave out Salena Woo
With Sonny trying to protect his town and family and finding out who shot Curtis and who is after Anna
An all out Mob war breaks out
Sonny, Dex, Anna and Curtis are pined down
Here comes Jason to the rescue
I think Selina woo had Curtis shot.I am so happy jason is coming back.
I wouldn’t be surprised if old Gramps didnt somehow have Charlotte do the deed.
I thought maybe it was her daughter in real life
Don’t really care how once he is back that’s fine with me. Want him on Sonny’s side as usual taking care of the business
I think he will be in Grease with no memory of PC and Carly and Felicia will find him bring him back k to PC and while back where he belongs he will slowly get his memory back and than him and Dex will work together for Sonny but Jason will have the last and final say when it comes to protecting Sonny and his family
I agree , just glad Jason is back .G H. was not the same without Jason now every thing will be all right.
As Danny Zuko…or Kenickie??
Good one.
Thank you, McShirls! I know that “Grease” was obviously a predictive autocorrect error, so I meant no disrespect to Gail! It just struck me as funny…and karma almost bit me for it…as I typed out “Zuko,” my iPhone insisted it should be “Zika!” Thankfully, I caught it before hitting “send!”
I can’t handle another amnesia storyline. They drug the Sonny thing out way too long!! Maybe he has HAD amnesia and has now regained all memory! Definitely rides in just in time to save Sonny! Has to be Sonny’s muscle again! Him and Dex would be great together!! He needs a new love! Carly has to be back with Sonny! Him and Britt were amazing together!! Don’t know how that could work, but they had a great chemistry from the outside looking in!! There you go!!
He doesn’t even have to change wardrobe or learn new lines. He can just recycle them from his role on DAYS where he literally plays the same character – the only one in his repertoire. We had a nice break on GH for a few years. Oh well.
I agree, Lester. Glad I’m not the only one.
All I can say it is about time. Jason has always been my favorite character on the show.
Yet another reason not to watch General Hospital
Steve Burton is the best. Welcome back!
Missed you so much!
Well. Now would be good time for you to return as Sonny has asked Dex.to kill Cyrus, and he don’t want to, and that’s your job anyway, so I hope they bring you bsck now to take Cyrus out and save Dex
Plus we just want you back now!
I’ve Been wondering how this will turn out with Cyrus with Nina in the mix, will they blame her? I knew darn well that Sonny would change his mind and call Dex off. So now, what’s he going to do for an alibi if Cyrus is murdered and I also want to know what Nina offered him in return for not turning in Sonny.
I’m excited Steve is returning!! I haven’t watched GH in a year, b/c I wasn’t happy about the plot lines. Every time I would get excited about the diversity on GH, the POC get reduced airtime, & simply written off. Taking an intelligent youngster like Trina, tossing her in jail, & just the dumbest plot line was some mess I refused to watch. Yet, Carly, Nina, & now Esme never get locked up though.
It’s just infuriating & tone deaf of the writers. Sorry to rant.
At least Liz is still around & Jason’s return could prove to be a juicy triangle finally leading to our Liason family!! We’ve been robbed of a really juicy couple where the two actors genuinely click & have chemistry for days! I can feel the heat already.
G.h. should bring Brenda back !!!!!
Sonny and Brenda love ❤️
Love to see them together, they heat up the screen and that’s sonny’s true love.
Brenda is coming back.
I honestly think that morgan, Bryan Craig is the one that finds Jason. He’s keeping him hostage until they both show up in Port Charles. Morgan is the one targeting sonny.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Serena Sets Her Sights on Michael; Jason’s Emotional Exit from the Mob
This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, new and old motivations come into play with dangerous consequences. According to the just released GH video spoilers video for the week of August 3-7, a bailiff calls out, “All rise!”
Now it’s Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson) vs. Curtis (Donnell Turner), as the surgeon is suing the owner of the Savoy for assault that ruined is ability to operate. At the end of the day, which of these men has enough evidence against the other? Portia (Brook Kerr) is by Isaiah’s side, while Jordan (Tanisha Harper) is with Curtis.
Next, Lucy (Lynn Herring) has a plan to get the controlling shares of Deception away from Michael (Rory Gibson). She wants her daughter, Serena (Kelly Kruger) to seduce Michael. She tells her, “Pick out your most seductive suit.” Soon, we see Serena in her bathing suit at the Metro Court face to face with Michael.
Later, there is a small baggie containing three blue pills. Nina (Cynthia Watros) ask Willow (Katelyn MacMullen), “What did you do?” We also see Michael asking the same thing of Jacinda (Paige Herschell). Leading into this week, viewers know that Willow doesn’t want the former escort anywhere near her children, Amelia and Wiley. Is this how she stops her, or is Jacinda up to old tricks and wants to frame Willow? Remember when Jacindsa drugged Drew (Cameron Mathison)? Stay tuned.
Finally, in the pick-up from last Friday’s cliffhanger, an emotional Jason (Steve Burton) continues to tell Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he cannot work for him anymore. Sonny ask, “So that’s it? You’re Out?” We fade to black.
Take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, AUGUST 3
Jason makes a sacrifice for Danny. Elizabeth becomes privy to a secret. Carly is touched. Valentin has a warning for Nina. Josslyn cautions Brennan.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
Brook Lynn and Chase celebrate a milestone. Trina gets an earful. Carly’s plan backfires. Curtis is skeptical. Michael is anxious about his family’s’ future.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
Sonny wants answers. Ava is struck with inspiration. Curtis’ trial begins. Brook Lynn wrestles with a big decision. Lucy and Serena scheme.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
Sonny makes a stunning announcement. Serena makes her move. Willow faces a new threat. Isaiah takes the stand. Lucy questions Laura.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
Josslyn is taken aback. Ava courts a new ally. Jordan and Anna catch up. Isaiah vents to Lucas and Elizabeth. Michael questions Jacinda.
Check out the latest ABC promo for General Hospital entitled, “What Did You Do?” below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think GH is about to pair Serena with Michael? Is it curtains for Jacinda? Can anyone stop Willow once and for all, or make her pay for her crimes? What will Jason do without Sonny and the mob? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
General Hospital Fan Club Weekend brought out many of your favorites to the four day event; with the main cast gathering on Saturday, August 1. Fans near and far attended the weekend held this year at the Burbank Marriott Hotel. Whether it be the main cast event or the smaller more intimate events featuring two or three cast members a great time was had by all.
Some of the cast participating in the main cast event included: Cyrus Hobbi (Yuri), Gary James Fuller (James), Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), Viron Weaver (Wiley), Paige Herschell (Jacinda), Chris McKenna (Brennan), Josh Kelly (Cody), Kayden Brenna Tokarsi (Scout), Cassandra James (Terry), Laura Wright (Carly), Dominic Zamprogna (Dante), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane), Rick Hearst (Ric), Adrian Anchondo (ex-Marco), and Chloe Lanier (ex-Nelle).
In addition to, Van Hansis (Lucas), Cameron Mathison (Drew), Ryan Paevey (ex-Cassius), Easton Rocket Sweda (Leo), Maurice Benard (Sonny), Kristen Vaganos (Molly), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis), Kate Mansi (ex-Kristina), Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth), Cynthia Watros (Nina), Kristina Wagner (Felicia) and more.
Take a look at some of the snaps from the main event arrivals below:
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GH’s Rick Hearst with on-screen daughter, Kristen Vaganos, plus Nancy Lee Grahn, and Kate Mansi.
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GH’s Maurice Benard on-hand to meet the fans.
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Jack Brennan in the house … Chris McKenna.
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Adrian Anchondo, Van Hansis and Anchondo’s boyfriend, Days of Our Lives, Colton Little.
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GH’s Josh Kelly and his gal, the former Nelle Benson of Port Charles, Chloe Lanier.
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Who is James’ father? Not Cassius or Spinelli, actually. Actors Gary James Fuller, Ryan Paevey and Bradford Anderson!
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One of General Hospital’s newest cast members, Kayden Brenna Tokarski attends her first GHFCW event.
Check out some more arrival images featuring: Laura Wright (Carly), Cassandra James (Terry), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane) and more in the gallery below.
Michael Fairman TV will be adding more images to this post in the day ahead.
So, were you glad to see so many of your GH favorites attending this year’s General Hospital Fan Club Weekend? Let us know via the comment section.
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Vincent Pastore of ‘Sopranos’ Fame and ‘General Hospital’s’ Maximus Giambetti Dies at 80
Vincent Pastore, best known for his memorable role as Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on HBO’s The Sopranos has passed away.
The veteran actor was found dead on August 1st in his home in the Bronx, New York. Pastore was 80-years-old. The cause of death is yet to be determined.
As well as his role on The Sopranos, many soap fans will recall he played multiple smaller roles on the beloved One Life to Live from 1995 and 2004. However, in 2008, he landed the short-term role as Maximus Giambetti on General Hospital.
PASTORE WANTED TO BE ON GENERAL HOSPITAL
Maximus was the mobster father of Sonny Corinthos’ (Maurice Benard) bodyguards: Max (Derk Cheetwood) and Milo (Drew Cheetwood)
According to Soap Opera Digest, Pastore told Soaps In Depth back in 2009, after appearing in a SOAPnet promotional campaign as a celebrity fan of General Hospital: “‘I’d love to be on the show. So they called up GH’s casting director (Mark Teschner) and Bobby (Robert Guza Jr. ex-head writer, GH) and they wrote me in!”
Pastore was a huge General Hospital fan from way back, who at one point told producers that he would watch the ABC soap opera while working in bars and nightclubs in the 70s and 80s.
Throughout his decades long career, Pastore appeared in films including: Goodfellas, Carlito’s Way and Men of Respect, The Jerky Boys: The Movie and the 1996 HBO TV movie Gotti.
In TV, besides The Sopranos, Pastore’s credits included: Law & Order, The Practice, Son of the Beach, Queens Supreme, Hawaii Five-0, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, plus the miniseries The Last Don II. Most recently, Vincent was a series regular on Gravesend and guest starred on Yellowjackets.
Pastore is survived by his daughter, Renee, son-in-law and granddaughter.
Share your remembrances and condolences for Vincent Pastore on his memorable role on ‘The Sopranos’ and his time on ‘General Hospital’ via the comment section below.
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