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The Chad Duell Interview – General Hospital
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If anyone had a trial by fire on daytime television it had to be young actor Chad Duell, of General Hospital. The circumstances surrounding his debut on soaps were shrouded in shock and controversy. It came at a time when the character of Michael Corinthos III was front and center in the most major of soap plots…a murder trial. While fans were hanging on to the edge of their seats, waiting for Michael to have his day in court on the witness stand to either fess up for the murder and get his father Sonny exonerated from charges, or have an emotional meltdown… behind the scenes the show decided to ax Daytime Emmy nominee, Drew Garrett, in the role of Michael, and do a switcheroo and bring in Duell.
With a resume that concerned some, from his roles on Disney kids shows, such as The Wizards of Waverly Place and The Suite Life of Deck, which was a far cry from Michael Corinthos, Duell had a lot to prove. And this past April, when he emerged on to the Port Charles canvas, he had the daunting task of not only winning over the fans, but also gaining the respect of the cast which features some of the most heavy hitting power performers ever seen in the genre at one time!
But, there was more in store for Duell and Michael. After his debut, and winning over his cast mates, and with his character being sent to lock-up, GH head writer Bob Guza created a situation that has become one of the hot button topics on daytime, and the Internet. Was Michael raped in prison, or was he not? And, in his first interview with On-Air On-Soaps, Chad gives his side of the “rape” story,
and addresses the fears, emotions, and ups and downs of taking over this key role
from another actor, and now how it all is seemingly coming together for him.
I caught up with Chad on Saturday at his first ever GH Fan Club Weekend shortly
before he was going to meet the fans, and here is what he had to say!
MICHAEL:
Chad, you came onto General Hospital in the role of Michael Corinthos, in the most pivotal and emotional part of his storyline, something that no actor would ever choose to do. But, from what I have heard from your cast mates, you stepped in and did an incredible job of learning something like 50-60 pages your first day! Then, you had to deliver a knockout performance on the stand in the Claudia Zacchara murder trial in the middle of this huge story. The pressure and the awkwardness of it all must have been staggering for you!
CHAD:
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To be honest, I remember looking at that script ahead of time, and I was scared. I was still in the beginning stages of being on GH and getting to know my character, and I was nervous and freaked out. Truth be told, I was not at my best when I first started. I was just trying to fathom everything. So it freaked me out! And when I was up there in front of the cast and on the stand, and got it over with, I was like, “Oh, my God. Thank God.” I had a breakthrough of what I was capable of, and there is still a lot more I have to prove in the future on the show, but it was freaky. Yet, it was so great to get it and have it under my belt and do well at it, because I was terrified when I first read it. I am just glad I was able to do it, and do it decently well.
MICHAEL:
I felt so bad for you walking into this situation. All your cast mates told me they were supportive of you, because they would not want to have to be in your situation. In fact, I remember Carolyn Hennesy (Diane) telling me on one of our On-Air On-Soaps Podcast, that she told you something to the affect of, “Kid, you’ve got a free pass for a month. Just learn everyone’s name and where everything is located, because we all know how daunting this situation can be!”
CHAD:
Yes, I had so much support, and especially from Steve Burton (Jason), as he worked with me on scenes and stuff. I would not have been able to start doing well if it wasn’t for him. He still helps me, but not as much, since I am more comfortable. Steve is fantastic, and he is one of my best friends here at General Hospital. He is like an older brother to me.
MICHAEL:
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So you’re playing thee Maurice’s Benard’s (Sonny) son on the show. How is Maurice with you, and how was it getting to know him through this casting shift scenario?
CHAD:
I know because of who left and who I replaced, Drew Garrett, that Maurice was very keen on him. He was kind of down in the dumps after he left, and I know that. But, now we are good friends. After I did the courtroom scenes, he saw what I could do to a degree, and we started talking more. We talk about sports all the time with each other now, and Maurice is really cool and awesome. At first, I was giving him a little space, but now we have become much closer.
MICHAEL:
Is this true, that you did audition for the role of Michael Corinthos originally when it came up, and you were the other choice for the powers-that-be, to be cast in the role of Michael?
CHAD:
I was pretty sure it was between me and a few others for the role of Michael when I auditioned for it originally. But this time…it’s pretty cool how it came around full circle and I got the part. The second time I came in to audition for a different role, and they liked me enough to make me Michael instead. So, that is what happened. It was pretty crazy. It was a role they put on the shelves and decided to scrap, and they decided to make me “Michael” instead. That role was for Kristina’s love interest which was pretty funny because now I play her brother!
MICHAEL:
What do you think you’re bringing to the role of Michael, as opposed to Drew’s, version of Michael?
CHAD:
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The last thing I want to do is emulate someone else, and Drew Garrett is a fantastic actor. I am just saying, the worst thing for me is to come in and do the same thing. I see Michael as a disturbed individual. He has brain trauma, and if people saw what I, as Michael, almost did to Warren Bauer on last week’s episode, which was almost kill him, you know that. He snaps, but it builds up. Michael bottles it up. He tries not to show people his anger. If he were to show people his anger, maybe what happened to him in prison would be more revealed to everyone. I am trying to show the heart, soul, and sensitivity of Michael and the struggle that he is going through, more so than him being kind of an ‘in your face attacking’ kind of a person.
MICHAEL:
You have this fantastic role that many young actors would only dream to get the opportunity to play. I mean, first Michael murdered Claudia, and we will learn somewhere down the line if he indeed was raped in prison, or not. What do you think about that, when GH head writer Bob Guza said, “Chad, this is how we may write this… that Michael was raped.”
CHAD:
Well, that remains to be seen. Here is what they let me do… they let me play it like I feel it happened. So right now that is what I am doing. I am playing it how I feel it happened. Bob Guza did not say one-way or the other. He did say to me, “You can play it”. And that is awesome to do and hear as an actor. I am just playing it a certain way, and so they are going to make a choice out of it from that.
MICHAEL:
So, you have formulated in your own mind, what you would have liked to have happened to your on-screen alter-ego?
CHAD:
What I would have liked to have happened to Michael? Yes, I know what I would have liked. And, I have a pretty good idea what happened as far as how I am playing it, and of course, it is not good. You saw the effects it had on Michael.
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MICHAEL:
I have a whole other theory! It could be something else. I have an idea, which I am not divulging either!
CHAD:
(Laughs) It definitely could be something else. And as with any attack, or anything in prison, something happened to Michael.
MICHAEL:
But, we do know for sure that Michael was 100% attacked from the bruises on his body, right? Jason took him for an HIV test, too.
CHAD:
Yes. He had bruises on his face and on his body. So you know something happened, and Jason took him for a blood test to check for HIV to make sure nothing happened to him with that. Jason wanted to be sure. What really happened will be revealed perhaps soon. But, Bob Guza said, “It might be awhile.” It might be five months for all I know! It’s a challenge for me not to reveal too much in my performance, and that is what Michael would do, too. He would not want to reveal too much.
MICHAEL:
If he was raped, that would be so difficult for any soap character to have to be dealing with, without letting anyone know or help him.
CHAD:
If that were going to happen, it would be a struggle to tell it. And to have it be told to all the people in Michael’s life, would be so emotionally difficult, and such a struggle for him. If that was out there, I think Michael would feel even more shut off from everybody because they know your little secret. But again, that is not for sure what happened, but I do like that people are having their own takes and perceptions on it.
MICHAEL:
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Laura Wright (Carly), and you are so fantastic together as mother and son. The scene where she comes to see you before you get carted away to prison was so sad and touching. She is a great actress to play with. How is working with Laura?
CHAD:
Laura Wright is amazing, how she can just hit emotions on a dime and be in scenes so quickly. As for me, it takes me a bit. I have to take myself to a certain place in my mind, but she is fantastic. Laura is a great person and she has been helping me out, which I am totally for. I want everyone in the cast to help me out with scenes and information. It really helps me learn. I asked Laura, “Anything you see, just let me know,” and she does.
MICHAEL:
How are family members in your own life or friends, feeling about you being on GH? What do they say to you? Do they go, “Oh, my God? Don’t wear your hair like that!” You know what I mean? Mom’s say certain things to their acting children, as opposed to what friends might say or notice of your work.
CHAD:
My mom is a hair- dresser (Laughs) and she lives in Arizona. My first day of shooting, my hair looked ridiculous and she saw it. I did not notice it, but I had this poofy hair with this squiggle going down the center, and yeah, I thought it looked ridiculous! So she talked about that, and I got it cut the very next day. But, my friends are very supportive. They watch the show and they think it’s crazy, but in a good way. They are like, “Yeah, Chad. You paid your dues, and it’s good for you to have a little break like this.” It’s been a struggle getting close to parts on shows as an actor, and then it gets taken away. They are all happy that I was able to make that breakthrough!
MICHAEL:
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What is the relationship between Michael and Kristina, really? I mean, for all intent and purposes they are half-brother and half-sister.
CHAD:
I have a little sister in real life. And Michael and Kristina… well, their age difference is not too much. I feel like she is a 7-year-old and Michael wants to be that protector for Kristina! He feels very strong and loving of her, because she has been through a lot as well, and making sure that she is the best person that she can be. The last thing Michael wants is for her to turn out like him. He wants Kristina to keep her head at a level playing field as much as possible.
MICHAEL:
Will there be a love interest for Michael?
CHAD:
Yes, I think I will be reading with her, or the girls up for the role, soon.
MICHAEL:
Do you want to play a romantic story, since Michael gets so many other less soapy types of story? Would you prefer just to stick to all the drama instead of the soap couple formula?
CHAD:
I don’t mind. I am sure there will be drama in any relationship Michael has with a girl, because Michael still will have a struggle. With a girlfriend, it will be difficult perhaps for him to be physical with a girl, or even be affectionate with a woman. That is going to be a constant struggle after struggle as an actor, and for Michael, which is going to be nice to chomp into, because why else are we doing this? (Laughs)
MICHAEL:
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Last question, do you feel the fans are warming up to you? There had been such a groundswell of support for Drew on Twitter and message boards and online once he was let-go, plus he already had a huge fan base. Has anyone said something really harsh to you?
CHAD:
Literally, everyone I have talked to has been consistently positive, but at first, I completely understood. I was freaking out. I wasn’t in many scenes and I was just trying to fathom it. So, the first several weeks the fans were saying and feeling, “Oh, God. Please no.” But now they are all staunchly supportive of me. I greatly appreciate it. And I do hope they stay supportive, because I am going to do my best as an actor to make Michael a very enjoyable character to watch.
Beyond the Gates
53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 16
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the full list of nominees for the upcoming 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and it was CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless and broadcast television newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates that racked up the most nominations with 18 and 16, respectively.
The full reveal on Tuesday follows the announcement of several major categories including Lead Actor and Actress on Monday via Extra and Entertainment Tonight and The View today revealing Daytime Drama Series and more.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmys ceremony is set to take place on Friday, October 30 at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California.
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In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS expressed, “We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television, As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
“Each year, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the creativity, passion, and dedication that drive this vibrant community of storytellers,” said Rachel Schwartz, Head of the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Congratulations to this year’s nominees, whose work continues to entertain, inspire and connect with audiences every day. We look forward to celebrating their remarkable achievements in Hollywood this October.”
The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming.
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Gold & Silver Circle Inductees, and ceremony host will be announced at a later date.
Now below, check out the nominees in the daytime drama, talk show, entertainment news series and creative arts categories and congratulations to all!
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Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Stacy Haiduk (as Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives
Karla Mosley (as Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Michelle Stafford (as Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless
Heather Tom (as Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful
Tamara Tunie (as Anita Williams Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Eric Braeden (as Victor Newman), The Young and the Restless
Steve Burton (as Jason Morgan), General Hospital
Scott Clifton (as Liam Spencer), The Bold and the Beautiful
Thorsten Kaye (as Ridge Forrester), The Bold and the Beautiful
Christian Jules Le Blanc (as Michael Baldwin), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Linsey Godfrey (as Sarah Horton), Days of Our Lives
Camryn Grimes (as Mariah Copeland), The Young and the Restless
Beth Maitland (as Traci Abbott), The Young and the Restless
Trisha Mann-Grant (as Leslie Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Amanda Setton (as Brook Lynn Quartermaine), General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Sean Dominic (as Nate Hastings), The Young and the Restless
Timon Kyle Durrett (as Bill Hamilton), Beyond the Gates
Michael Graziadei (as Daniel Romalotti), The Young and the Restless
Roger Howarth (as Matt Clark), The Young and the Restless
Mike Manning (as Bradley “Smitty” Smith), Beyond the Gates
Lawrence Saint-Victor (as Carter Walton), The Bold and the Beautiful
Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Braedyn Bruner (as Emma Scorpio-Drake), General Hospital
Al Calderon (as Javier Hernandez), Days of Our Lives
Alice Halsey (as Rachel Black), Days of Our Lives
Giovanni Mazza (as Gio Palmieri), General Hospital
Ambyr Michelle (as Eva Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Arielle Prepetit (as Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jasmine Burke (as June Hughes), Beyond the Gates
Jeff Kober (as Cyrus Renault), General Hospital
Eva LaRue (as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez), General Hospital
Christopher Sean (as Paul Narita), Days of Our Lives
Ray Wise (as Ian Ward), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
The Bold and the Beautiful
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
3rd Hour of TODAY
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
TODAY With Jenna & Friends
The View
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host
Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin & Ana Navarro, The View
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Tamron Hall, Tamron Hall
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Access Hollywood
Entertainment Tonight
Extra
Outstanding Daytime Personality (Daily)
Mona Kosar Abdi, Derek Hough & Terri Seymour, Extra
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood
Star Jones & Corey Jovan, Divorce Court
Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program
Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood — An Entertainment Tonight Special
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter
Variety & CNN Actors on Actors
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors
Working In the Theatre
Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Daytime
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
Have Guitar Will Travel World
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Let Frankie Cook,” Getting the Band Back Together
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Outstanding Technical Direction and Video for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 104
The Bold and the Beautiful,” Episode 9511
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade”
The Jennifer Hudson Show, ” Episode 4041
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”
Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
General Hospital, Episode 15719
The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Episode 5033
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13273
So, what do you think of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations? Who are you happy to see receive a nomination and who do you think was snubbed? Weigh-in via the comment section.
General Hospital
‘General Hospital’s’ Steve Burton Shares Reaction to His Lead Actor Daytime Emmy Nomination, ‘It Was to Honor Leslie Charleson’
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Award nominations kicked-off on Monday with the announcements of four major categories including, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series — Actor, and among the nominees is General Hospital’s Steve Burton (Jason Morgan).
Burton is already a two-time Daytime Emmy winner in the Supporting Actor category for his roles as GH’s Jason and his turn as Dylan McAvoy on Y&R. However, Steve is yet to win in the Lead Actor category and he has received 11 nominations along the way in his daytime career.
Following the reveal that he is a 2026 Daytime Emmy nominee, he and his GH co-star, podcast co-host and comedy show partner, Bradford Anderson (Spinelli) taped a special edition of their That’s Awesome podcast just featuring Burton’s reaction to the news.
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FOR LESLIE CHARLESON
Steve expressed, “I know it’s such a cliche to say, ‘I’m just so honored to be nominated.’ But truly, I’m so grateful to be nominated, so grateful to just be on the show off and on for 30 plus years and to be nominated with the guys in my category. Just to get the opportunity. Frank (Valentini, executive producer, GH) texted me right away. I was just like, ‘Thank you for the opportunity to get to do what I do.'”
Taking in the moment, Burton thanked those who helped him select the material for his nominated reel. “Unless you win, you don’t get to say things. So. I’m going just say a few things: Elizabeth Korte (co-head writer, GH) helped me a lot with the material, (as did) Michelle Henry, who’s a producer on the show, Laura Wright (Carly, GH), and then my wife Michelle (Lundstrom). I believe it was Jill Phelps who told me that when A Martinez felt like he had a great show or great scenes, he would mark it down. So, when Emmy time comes, you have all the show numbers written down, and you don’t have to think about it, because that’s half the battle (finding the material).
Burton explained how meaningful this nomination is for him, because of playing the scenes of Jason losing Monica, and his closeness with the late, great Leslie Charleson.
“The nomination’s an amazing thing, and it’s beautiful, but really it’s to honor Leslie Charleson. A lot of my material was because of her, and how I started on the show as a Quartermaine, it just means a ton,” shared Burton. “Maurice Benard (Sonny, GH) has obviously has been instrumental, and I’ve said it from day one and I’ll shout it from the rooftops. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here, and to be working with the people that we work with is incredible.”
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SHOULD JOHN OLIVER BE NAMED HOST OF THE DAYTIME EMMYS?
During the end of his conversation with Anderson, Steve suggested that the host of the Daytime Emmy should be Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver, who recently guest starred as the head of the WSB named Z on General Hospital, and is soon to show up on Days of Our Lives in a mystery role in August.
Thus far, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has not revealed their host for the upcoming ceremony to be held on October 30 in a venue to be named in Hollywood, California.
You can watch Steve sharing his reaction to receiving his 2026 Lead Actor Daytime Emmy nomination below on a special segment on the That’s Awesome podcast.
Now let us know, are you glad that Steve chose scenes surrounding Jason mourning the loss of the woman that raised him, Monica Quartermaine for his Emmy reel? What do you think of John Oliver as a suggestion to host the Daytime Emmys? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Reconnects with Danny; Tristan Roberts Arrives in Port Charles, Lots of Nods to #16
General Hospital’s 16,000th episode was packed with little reminders through points in today’s script that the ABC daytime drama series has set another milestone and it paved the way for the return of fan favorite and newly nominated Daytime Emmy Lead Actor nominee Steve Burton (Jason Morgan). The 16,000th episode also introduced viewers to the new surgeon in Port Charles Dr. Tristan Roberts played by Dean Geyer.
Here are the key takeaways and what went down on the July 13 episode: Tristan and Jason are seated next to each other on a plane heading to Port Charles. Throughout the flight, a beaten up Jason has flashbacks to being thrown into, and being held captive in a cell and tortured. It appears Jason is suffering from some form of PTSD from what he was put through after being dragged out of Port Charles by the WSB months ago.
As the plane prepares to land, Tristan tells Jason there would be a car waiting for him once they land and to enjoy the rest of his life. Later, Tristan arrives at the nurses and doctors hub at GH and approaches Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). He tells her his name and that he is the new surgeon on staff.
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A REUNION PLUS A HEAD NURSE DEFENDS SONNY
Meanwhile, at the end of the episode, Jason is outside the Quartermaine boathouse looking bewildered when he runs into Danny (Asher Antonyzyn), who is so thrilled to see his father, and the two hugs each other as tears are shed.
Elsewhere, Elizabeth tells Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he thinks its a great idea for him to get the 16th seat on the hospital board, but when it comes times to convince Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) of that, things go awry when Tracy, Laura and Sonny try to work things out. After Tracy launches into Sonny about killing Alan and Monica’s son AJ, Sonny walks away dejected.
Next, Sonny runs into Elizabeth, where he informs her what happened with Tracy. So what’s a head nurse to do? Elizabeth marches into the conference room and reminds Tracy of all the different donations and ways Sonny has contributed to the hospital from the Stone Cates AIDS wing, to the Michael Corinthos Center for Pediatric Head Injuries as well as his constant support each year for the GH Nurses’ Ball.
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WSB WAR SCARS
Then, in one of the best parts for longtime fans of the series, Elizabeth talks about her legendary grandparents, Audrey and Steve Hardy and she tells Tracy they would have wanted Sonny to have a seat on the board for all the good that he has done for the hospital. After Elizabeth states Sonny’s case, things took a turn and Tracy and Sonny wound up shaking hands as Sonny is board member #16.
In the how great was it to see Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) together scenes department, the pick-up of last Friday’s cliffhanger is played out as the two former lovers fill each other in on what has gone down in their lives in the last several months including Valentin admitting he had been living in Carly’s attic, and Anna realizing she was kidnapped by Cullum, Sidwell and Cassius Faison. During their conversation, Anna sees the hallucination of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) right while Valentin is standing there.
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Later Anna was on her way to saying goodbye to Valentin, when the two share an emotional hug. After Valentin made his exit, Peter reappeared and warned Anna to not let Valentin distract her because she has important work to do. Anna answers, “I know.”
So, what did you think of General Hospital’s 16,000 episode? What do you think is wrong with Jason? What is the important “work” that Anna has to do? Were you glad to see Sonny get a seat on the hospital board, or not so much. Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out the scenes on Jason and Tristan’s long flight to Port Charles.
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Awesome interview. I will admit it took me a little while to warm up to Chad’s portrayal of Michael but I have warmed up to him and he is doing an amazing job.
Dear Kathleen
he did great job
Chad is great in the role of Michael on Gh. I visit the boards a lot and fans have really warmed to him ! Personally I think he is great and would have loved to have him for a brother!
that is right I like that
I was admittedly very skeptical of Chad when he took over, because I thought Drew Garrett had done such a fantastic job, and I didn’t agree with the way GH dumped him the way they did. And I still don’t. But to Chad’s credit, he came in, and did a phenomenal job with all the court room stuff, the jail scenes and all that, and he’s won me over. I look forward to watching him continue to grow as an actor. He seems like a really humble, down to earth kid. Great interview, Michael!
What the old ugly gay guy?
Huh? I have no clue what you’re talking about.
he is not ugly and he is not gay
Me either
You are wrong Michael is not ugly you are
he is awsome young men
Good interview on michael
I admit I too was sceptical at first but I really like him and I love his portrayal of Michael.
Dear Belle Treasures
Why are you talk back to Michael
I must admit, I like everyone else was super bummed when Drew was replaced. I was screaming at the tv and having an emotional break down but I was always willing to give Chad a chance. It didn’t take long for me to enjoy watching him. I love the way he portrays Michael. Very loving and somewhat sensitive. I really hope they keep Chad for a long time. Great interview. This boy needs a website=)
that is right I hope he is I what to check it out
Chad is doing a great job… I look forward to seeing him on GH for a long time..
Me too
I was also skeptical at first, but now I’m like ” Drew who? ” He really has made the role his own. For someone so young, I am amazed at how talented he is, I mean really.
I HATE him!! HATE him HATE! and have stopped watching GH over this. HATE HIM..
Dear Jean miller
why you say that I like him why you hate michael tell me that now
He is so cute as Drew Garrett is
I like Chad in this role. He is more mature and has a sensitivity to him that makes him appealing. Drew was very commendable in the role, but I’m really liking Chad’s acting, especially with his loyalty to his family.He is very protective of his siblings.The relationship with Jason during his prison stay and now with Jason revealing that he knows something happened to him and helping Michael find a way to cope with that and to move on with his life. So they become closer because of this secret. Jason has always been the one who looked after Michael. I love seeing that… Chad is very smart and was a great Interview. Another good one, Michael………
Dear Doe
I know he is awsome person and great interview with him
chad, you give michael a quiet steadfast that drew garrett lacked in his portrayal of michael, which the fans are eating up. just wonderful, understated, less is more, acting. thank you for sharing your talent. you’ve got the “it”factor to be a major hollywood star. keep your acting the way you’re doing it now. it’s perfection.
i enjoy the michael/kristina scenes especially.
They are Brother/ Sister
This was a great interview. I became a huge Chad fan after watching him in the prison storyline. He brings a refreshing maturity to the role. I liked Drew Garrett as well, he was very intense–but his Michael was still very much a hot-headed teenager. As Steve Burton has said, Chad brings a vulnerability to the role which makes Michael a character one can sympathize and connect with. Clearly that is intentional on Chad’s part, since he wants to show Michael’s “heart.” Overall, I prefer watching Chad’s mature, subtle, performance.
Dear Chad Fan
Steve Burton and Drew Garrett I what them be Father/ son
I slammed Chad on some other message boards (Wizard’s of Waverly Place??) , and he started shaky but I have come to really see Chad as Michael and I think he is good.
Dear Convert
That is so awful i will not to trust me like that anymore
I didn’t like him at first but I saw him on Wizards of Waverly Place rerun and right there my attitude changed about him replacing Drew. I like him alot more.
Dear Amy W.
he is so good on the disney channel show and on General Hospital
Chad is a great actor. I love the Dante/Michael and MIchael/Kristina scenes.
I Adore Dante with michael I what them be brothers
and Michael / Kristina they are brother and sister
I like this site so much
I love Chad Duell as Michael and have from the beginning…I did not like Drew Garrett in the role at all~he was just angry all the time~no depth, no sensitivity…two of the many qualities Chad Duell brings to the roll. This new storyline, with Abby, is so poignent and sweet~the merging of two bruised souls.
I absolutely have to confess that I don’t miss the old Michael….at all.
Chad does such an amazing job. Period.
I’ll also admit that I even began watching General Hospital again purely because I thought Chad was pretty hot…
Phahaha.
And then I realized, he’s an amazing actor.
GO CHAD <3
Chad’s portrayal of Michael is wonderful. I
find myself glued to my seat
when he is in a scene. He
has depth of character, and
his anguish over what happened
to h
His anguish over his prison assault was
riveting. I could barely
breathe while watching
him. He is much easier to
sympathize with than the
previous actor
he is my brother
I have liked Chad in the role of Michael from minute one, while I miss him and Starr together for the moment Chad is the one I am a fan of so I can endure it until she comes back.