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With Tajh Bellow Off Contract at ‘General Hospital’ as TJ Ashford; Is the Series Banking on a Molly/Cody Relationship and Its Recent ‘Doctor’ Staff Changes?
General Hospital fans learned throughout this week, that Tajh Bellow, who has played the role of Dr. TJ Ashford since 2018, has been taken off contract by the ABC daytime drama seres, when in the closing credit of last week’s Friday, February 21st episode, his name did not appear. The closing credits are reserved for contract players, indicating Tajh would now be on recurring status moving forward. GH does not officially comment on actors contract status with their show.
Interestingly, Tajh started his GH run on a recurring status when he became the third actor to play the role of TJ following Krys Meyer, who originated the part in 2012, who was followed by Tequan Richmond until the fall of 2018. Then, when Bellow debuted on November 18, 2018, he first was on recurring status, and eventually given contract status in early 2022. His last on contract appearance happened back in December of 2024.
The status change in the February 21s episode, came on the heels of Bellow taking to his Instagram with a post that stated, “WHAT A YEAR WE HAD!!!!” before dovetailing into his work in the heartbreaking story of the baby Kristina (Kate Mansi) was carrying and lost, that was supposed to be given to TJ and Molly (Kristen Vaganos) to raise as their own, only for the longstanding couple to break-up over their mutual grief.

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Bellow added, “Playing Dr. TJ Ashford has been a groundbreaking experience for my career. Pouring into TJ as he poured into me has been illuminating in many regards. Grieving such immense loss took everything in me and I’m blessed that my work resonated with you all.”
When trying to address what everyone wants to know if he is truly been let-go from the series, or if we will see more of TJ, Bellow shared, “I know a lot of my fans are wondering what’s next for TJ, but before I speak to that I wanted to celebrate all that we’ve accomplished together. I’m excited for this years EMMY AWARDS!”
This year’s Daytime Emmys were announced by NATAS to have beee moved from its usual June ceremony date to later this year in October. So like Bellow, we will have to wait and see when the nominations come out, if his touching performances in the storyline will see him landing a spot in one of the major daytime drama acting categories. Bellow is a previous Emmy nominee.
From the looks of it, with Molly Lansing-Davis and Cody Bell (Josh Kelly) seemingly heading for a romance with each other, it looks very doubtful now that Molly and TJ would reconcile. Thus, leaving viewers wondering if the series should have kept Bellow on contract and pair him with another romantic partner on the soap, and also to be more a part of the hospital scene, or not? The hospital had recently hired two new doctors join its staff: Dr Isaiah Gannon played by Sawandi Wilson, and the return of Dr Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) getting his job back at GH, which further makes it difficult for Bellow’s character, as of now.

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In his post, Bellow promised the next update he gives will be more informative to hopefully explain where things are at with his current working relationship with GH in the future.
So, what do you think of Tajh Bellow being taken off contract late last year by GH? Do you hope that TJ returns? Are you now turning your attention to Molly and Cody, or are not going to be into their story, if the end result doesn’t reunite TJ and Molly somehow? Finally, will you be rooting for Tajh to score a Daytime Emmy nomination later this year? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
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Will TJ become the latest GH character to just disappear and leave the audience wondering “whatever happened to TJ?” Tune in tomorrow…
Bumping Tajh Bellow from contract to recurring is a major mistake. He should still be on contract; just praying this opens the doors for him elsewhere… preferrably in Georgia beyond some amazing gates.
I see what you did there!
Tajh did well when given a chance to shine. Not sure the character needs to be on contract.
An interesting tidbit about TJ & Molly… when the surrogacy story started TJ (Bellow) was on contract and Molly (then Pullos) was on recurring. After they finally found the right Molly, Vaganos earned a contract and Bellow was slowly pushed a side.
Hope they keep TJ around as Jordan needs a familial relationship on the canvas.
Did they tease the viewers with that chem test between Lucas and TJ?
Please don’t make every Black man possibly gay. Why can’t he have a good relationship with someone who can fully love him. He deserves this. You are giving it to Molly why not TJ, she has betrayed him before!?
Other than Felix… I don’t GH has had any other gay black men
GH’s only gay Black male character has been Felix so I don’t understand the point you’re making. I think it would be interesting to add this dimension to TJ because we don’t know anything about him other than he’s been in love with Molly all his life.
Just sad, sad, sad.
What the hell is wrong with Drew Q!!!!
Bring TJ back,this show is letting the wrong actors go.Get rid of Drew.
I agree! Drew is sleazebag He and Willow make me gag
Idk what is going on , i have notice that General Hospital writers , directors , producers are letting go a lot of great actors / actresses , first it was ( Finn , then Sam , then Dex , now TJ , soon it will be Josslyn , since Brennan wants Josslyn to join the ( WSB ) supposedly she was leaving on a mission . They need to think twice before letting anyone go . i wish they could bring back ( ALL MY CHILDREN , ONE LIFE TO LIVE ,
I agree with you . I want Michael to definitely come back. There’s a big void without him, and I’m so sick of Willow and Drew.
I don’t know why there is an assumption he’s recurring. He hasn’t been on air for 2 months, and his Instagram post sounded rather final. How do we know he isn’t permanently gone? Also, a show called “General Hospital” doesn’t have room for four doctors (Portia, Isaiah, Lucas (who is recurring) and TJ)? (Yes, I remember Terry… but the show clearly doesn’t.) Pathetic.
Here we go again, sad to see him taken off contract, I hope he sticks around although I doubt he will, he’s young, handsome talented so he could get a job especially now that there’s another soap on the air, hope he sticks with Gh though.
I will miss him. He’s a very good actor
This totally bites TB needs to be put back on contract asap I for one like TJ and Molly as a couple so let’s keep it that way..
I think he needs 2 come back 2 finish what he started w molly, they did have some sort of ceremony w b life partners, maybe a idea of some issues that need 2 b addressed w that & molly & Cody…mmmm…..idk maybe but something tells me molly will get pregnant if it happens….it’s a soapy anything is possible
. As 4 his return it would b Wonderful, but soapy people change way 2 much anyways & ithe interests happen so he’s doin him, 4 now…..live the life tajh.
Bring TJ back to GH!
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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Are Michael and Willow Headed Back Into Each Other’s Arms?

Could it be after all is said and done that Michael Corinthos (Rory Gibson) and Willow Cain (Katelyn MacMullen) might actually get back together? It sure seemed like a possibility after viewers witnessed the Monday, August 10 episode of General Hospital.
In it, Michael raced to Nina’s after Jacinda revealed she drugged Willow. Out of an abundance of concern, Michael wanted to make sure his children, Amelia and Wiley, were safe, but also to check on his ex-wife.
When he arrived on the scene, Willow was high as a kite and Michael was trying to defuse the situation when he sees Amelia and Wiley witnessing the whole thing. He is shocked to find out from Willow that Yuri dropped off the kids to her when it wasn’t her night to have them, because Yuri said he had a hot date. Michael noticed the iced coffee on the table, realizing he has to keep it away from Willow (who had been drinking it).

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THE SPARK BETWEEN MICHAEL AND WILLOW
Once the kids left the room, Michael informed Willow she was high. She tells him she would never take drugs and that he was ruining her buzz kill and asks him to please not fight with her. When Michael finally gets Willow to lay down on the couch she tells him that she likes when they were friends and his calming voice. Michael told Willow, “I liked that, too.”
In that moment between Michael and Willow, it appeared like the spark was still there between the former couple, but how could they go back to anything after all the terrible things they have done to one another, and mostly all of Willow’s machinations, which to this point Michael doesn’t even know?
If Michael finds out (as in the preview this week where it’s teased that Trina and Kai tell him about Willow shooting Drew), will he still feel the same about her, or understand all of her motives and what led to it?
JACINDA IS OUTTA HERE
At the end of Monday’s episode, Jacinda (Paige Herschell) called Michael, and was so relieved when he told her he was able to get to Willow in time, before things escalated further. Jacinda say, “No harm done. That’s good, right?” Michael looks over at Willow asleep and is beyond pissed with Jacinda.
Now. in the preview for today’s Tuesday, August 11 episode of the ABC daytime drama series, Jacinda is in tears telling Michael, “I’ll go, on one condition.” Looks like this will be the end of Michael and Jacinda, but what will she ask of him before she makes her exit? stay tuned.
So, do you think the GH writers will circle back to Michael and Willow getting back together for the sake of their children, and fall back in love with each other? Do you think Serena Baldwin and Michael being teased as potential pairing, was just a tease and no more than that? Glad that it seems like Jacinda is on her way out, or do you like Jacinda and Michael together?
Weigh-in via the comment section, but first check out the scenes from Monday’s GH, where Michael rescues Willow, and the GH video teaser for today’s episode below.
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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Can Trina Help Michael Stop Willow From Taking Away His Children?

This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the action picks right back up with Michael (Rory Gibson) questioning Jacinda (Paige Herschell) on what exactly she did to exact revenge on her after Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) got a restraining order against her.
In the newly-released video teaser promo for the ABC soap opera, Michael is with Jacinda and is astonished when he says, “You drugged the mother of my children?” Jacinda realizes she made an irreversible mistake in her relationship with Michael, which may now be kaput.
Meanwhile, in what appears to be the aftermath of her drinking the laced coffee, Willow wakes up from her couch, somewhat disheveled, and is seen asking Nina (Cynthia Watros), “What happened?” Later, Michael and Willow come face to face after the incident with Nina’s voiceover as a precursor to the action, saying, “Willow’s war with Michael is escalating.”

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MICHAEL MAY FIND AN ALLIANCE TO FEND OFF WILLOW
Now an angry Willow, who had finally got shared custody of her children with Michael, Wiley (Viron Weaver) and Amelia (Sienna Goerisch), feels emblazoned to get them all for herself. Willow tells Michael, “I am taking my kids.” But, not so fast Willow!
From the looks of it, Trina (Tabyana Ali) and Kai (Jens Austin Astrup) arrive at the Quartermaine mansion just in time to talk to Michael. Trina confesses, “We can help you stop her!” Will Trina and Kai finally admit they know that Willow is the person who shot Drew Cain (Cameron Mathison)?
Finally, the verdict is in at Curtis’ (Donnell Turner) trial. Will he be found guilty or innocent of assaulting Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson), which put an end to the doctors surgical career? Stay tuned.
WHAT ELSE WILL HAPPEN IN PORT CHARLES THIS WEEK?
Now below, take a look at the official GH spoilers for episodes airing August 10-14.
MONDAY, AUGUST 10
Jason tries to reason with Drew. Michael makes a promise. Josslyn shares news with Carly. Britt receives encouragement from an unlikely source. Brook Lynn is alarmed.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11
Cody encounters Serena. Emma is disappointed. Nina runs interference. Jordan is caught off-guard. Michael suffers a loss.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
Sonny prepares for battle. Drew relays his plan. Michael is stunned. Scout confides in Rocco. Portia is conflicted.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
Willow is threatened. Anna sets a trap. Britt seeks out Rocco. Trina is left reeling. Josslyn stands her ground.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Jason opens up to Carly. Tracy receives a shocking request. Brennan makes an offer. Danny asks Charlotte for help. Molly presents Cody with an idea.
Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Declaring War” below.
Then weigh-in: do you think Trina and Kai will finally tell Michael everything they know about how Willow shot Drew and covered it up? Is it curtains for Jacinda with Michael? Should Curtis be found guilty for accosting Isaiah? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
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‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Reveals Jane Elliot’s Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination

On General Hospital, Steve Burton (Jason Morgan) and Jane Elliot (Tracy Quartermaine) have been appearing together more and more in scenes together and storylines than in recent years on the ABC soap opera. The result has been emotional moments built within the rich history of the Quartermaine family between Jason and Tracy.
In 2025, it was Jason who found his mother Monica Quartermaine upstairs in her room passed away, which then led to Jason having to tell Tracy that Monica was gone. This began the beats of the story that played out for weeks and then months as General Hospital paid tribute to the late Leslie Charleson.
Coming up at the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards, Burton is up in the Lead Actor in Daytime Drama Series category and previously reported, Steve revealed on his That’s Awesome podcast with Bradford Anderson that he did not include scenes from Jason at Monica’s funeral in his Emmy-nominated reel. However, he did share without naming specifics, he did include some moments from Monica’s death.

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JEFF KOBER DOUBLE EMMY NOMINEE
Now on Sunday August 9, Steve and Bradford welcomed double Emmy nominee, and former co-star Jeff Kober to their show. Kober is up for a Primetime Emmy in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Duke Ekins in The Pitt. He is also up Outstanding Guest Performer at the Daytime Emmys for his work as Cyrus Renault on GH. Kober previously won a Daytime Emmy for Supporting Actor back in 2022.
Kober was discussing how many takes he may get working on a scene in various projects from movie roles to primetime to General Hospital and one particular note he received from a director on a take was just to do it and be ‘simpler,’ and as an actor to strive for ‘simplicity.’ That prompted Burton to recall the moment Jane Elliot congratulated him on his Daytime Emmy nomination last month.
A TEXT MESSAGE FROM JANE ELLIOT
Steve shared, “Jan was gracious enough to to text me when I got nominated and she said something to the effect of like .’thank you for not chewing the scenery’. Thank you for not chewing it. You know, because it’s easy sometimes when you get that meat (referencing a scene or story material) and you’re like, ‘Here’s my shot,’ and especially in daytime, and you go, ‘This could be my Emmy material,’ OR ‘Here’s your chance to blow it. Here’s your chance to ruin everything.” (Laughs) It’s just all very interesting.”
Check out the discussion with Jeff Kober, Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson below.
Then, let us know what do you think of Jane’s comment on Steve’s Emmy nomination, ‘thank you for not chewing the scenery.” Coming from Jane, who shared several scenes with him during the aftermath of Monica’s death, it’s a very high compliment, because Burton moved many to tears with his moving portrayal of a man grieving the woman that raised him. Share your thoughts in the comment section.
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