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General Hospital News and Spoilers: Maurice Benard Reveals Brush With Death In a Speedo, And Who and What Saves His Life- No, This Isn’t A GH Plot!

Maurice Benard’s brush with death wearing a Speedo
Evan Hofer State of Mind
Maurice Benard’s brush with death wearing a Speedo

The incredible 60 year old drama series brings us new content five days a week. Year after year we get to know the characters a little better. Moreover, technology has set the stage for fans to have a deeper look into the actors behind the roles. -Not all of the GH cast has social media profiles, but many live to engage wit the fans, giving us a glimpse. Often times we tend to associate our favorite character’s lives with the life their portray on television. Sometimes the actor and their GH role are similar, and other times they are total opposite. And there are times that it’s hard to remember that they have real or drama in addition to the role they play on our favorite show.

Maurice Benard’s Brush With Death Wearing a Speedo

General Hospital news and spoilers reveal Maurice’s recent real life drama. In their latest social media post, GH’s Maurice Benard and Evan Hofer shared a collaborative Instagram video to tell the story.

Evidently, General Hospital star Maurice Benard was swimming in the ocean when a shark approached him. Benard mentioned that he was wearing a Speedo (relevance in question. 😜) That’s when his co-star Evan Hofer (who plays Dex Heller) thought to grab a State of Mind. He said that he took off the shirt and tossed it out to Benard.

You can hear the rest of the story in Maurice and Evan’s latest IG video below.

General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny Tests Brick! Sonny Doesn’t Trust Anyone, Can He Trust Brick?

General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny Tests Brick
General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny Tests Brick

Recently Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) was slapped with a double betrayal. True, his son Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell) kept a secret from the family. But it was that very secret that came from Sonny’s own wife’s betrayal. That means he was betrayed by two people whom he trusted.

According to recent GH spoilers, the recent situations gave Sonny food for thought. GH recaps recall that Sonny even questioned Dante. Understandably, Dante is a cop and is torn between his father and the law. All of that weighs on Sonny, and that’s when he decides that he needs to know who is loyal and who isn’t.

General Hospital previews tease that Sonny is rattled. It’s no surprise after what happened on the island. Like Dante said, that place is like a fortress. Furthermore, it’s nearly impossible for anyone to sneak their way in. Therefore, Sonny’s wheels began to turn. Because of this, Sonny was lead to believe it was an inside job. But who? Who knows the landscape like that back of their hand?

General Hospital spoilers tease that Sonny tests Brick to see if he can be trusted. He’s a man on the inside… and Sonny wants to know who he’s dealing with.

General Hospital Spoilers: Steve Burton Announces Air Date!

Steve Burton announces air date
Steve Burton announces air date!

As one of the most highly anticipated comeback in General Hospital history, Steve Burton’s return has GH fans at the edge of their seat. Last week General Hospital Blog helped spread that word that Burton was back filming at Prospect Studios. But at the time an official air date hadn’t been released.

Steve Burton Announces Air Date

A recent message to fans reveals when Jason Morgan makes his on-screen return. In a recent Instagram video, Steve shared a behind the scenes look inside Port Charles’s favorite gym, Volonino’s. you can see Steve in Port Charles as Jason Morgan on March 4th!

General Hospital News and Spoilers: Jagger Cates Returns To General Hospital

Jagger Cates returns to General Hospital
Adam Harrington- Jagger Cates returns to General Hospital

The 1990s feel like the golden ages of General Hospital. It’s when I started watching the iconic soap opera, and I remember “The Island” storyline like it happen a few years ago. Along with Sonny, Brenda, Jason, Robin, and Karen, Jagger Cates sticks out in my mind the most.

In fact, my mom, sister, and myself went down to Detroit for a “Jagger” fan event. That’s when we met Antonio Sabato Jr. At the time, my sister had a major crush on him. I was a little too young for all of that at the back then, but I basically watched with my mom because I thought it was cool.

Jagger Cates Returns to General Hospital

Apparently Antonio Sabato Jr. was a very memorable character, which is why GH fans express their confusion regarding the recast. General Hospital news reports confirm that Jagger Cates has been recast. Sabato Jr. originated the role in 1992. He stayed until 1995. Then, Antonio reprised the role on GH’s spinoff, Night Shift.

Fast forward and today GH fans got a huge surprise. General Hospital comings and goings reports confirm that Jagger Cates has returned to GH. However, part of the shock factor is due to the fact that the role has been recast. Reportedly, Adam Harrington plays Jagger Cates as he popped up today in Port Charles.

General Hospital News and Spoilers: William Lipton Returns to General Hospital- Cam Is Back!

GH Spoilers: William Lipton returns as Cameron Webber
William Lipton returns as Cameron Webber

Without a doubt the last few days have been filled with GH comings and goings news. Social media platforms fuel the discussion with quick shares and the ease of engaging on multiple fan pages. Additionally, GH fans with various opinions debate about everything win the storyline to the characters, and everything in between.

Reportedly, Nicholas Alexander Chavez is OUT temporarily while co-star Avery Kristen Pohl is OUT indefinitely as Esme Prince. The unexpected GH news has caused controversy among fans. While some were ready for Esme to take a hike, most others are extremely disappointed with the decision to writer her off the show.

February Sweeps has hit GH. However, with those exits comes a special return. According to General Hospital news and spoilers, William Lipton returns as Cameron Webber. Next week Spencer Cassadine’s family says goodbye as he’s presumed dead. GH spoilers reveal that Cam stops into Port Charles to say goodbye to his friend.

The latest GH news reports reveal that Cam has been away at college while William Lipton has been busy with his band, The Runarounds. Thankfully, the Soap left the door open for Elizabeth Webber’s son to someday return again. But for now Cameron is only here for a short time.

General Hospital News and Spoilers: GH Representative Confirms Avery Pohl’s GH Exit

GH confirms Avery Pohl’s GH exit Avery Pohl leaving General Hospital
Is Avery Pohl leaving General Hospital? -GH Representative Confirms Avery Pohl’s GH Exit

A shocking new development has reached social media outlets and major changes have hit Port Charles. Esme Prince and Spencer Cassadine are presumed dead, which means both Pohl and Chavez are off the canvas.

GH fans are conflicted as some want Esme gone because she wreaks havoc on some fan-favorite characters. On the other hand many GH fans don’t want to see her go. For me, Esme is incredible. Avery Pohl is an excellent actress and shines in every scene.

The recent GH news surrounding my favorite little villainess caught GH fans off guard. First, something doesn’t seem right, and the math just ain’t mathing. Meaning, this doesn’t add up. First, Avery Kristen Pohl is a phenomenal actress. Second, she initially signed a 1 year contact in August of 2021. And in June of 2022, Pohl signed on with the Soap Opera for 3 years.

So, what gives? She plays a villain and does exactly what’s she’s supposed to do, and that’s make people hate her. Often times we don’t just hate a villain, but we LOVE to hate them. Or, we hate what they do but not who they are. That’s exactly where I stand with Esme Prince.

Is Avery Pohl Leaving General Hospital?

According to GH comings and goings, Spencer and Esme are presumed dead. Nicholas Chavez is off filming a Nextflix series but is said to return after a few months. That left fans wondering about Esme’s fate. According to Soap Opera Digest, a GH spokesperson confirms Avery Pohl’s GH exit. Although the timing doesn’t add up with her 3 year contract, the GH Representative confirms that Pohl is out as Esme Prince.

General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny and Dex Search Within The Organization After The Latest Attack- Can Dex and Sonny Identify The Shooter?

General Hospital Spoilers: An Inside job threatens Sonny
Inside job threatens Sonny

Sonny Corinthos’s (Maurice Benard) island as meant to be a safe place to retreat when threats a rise in Port Charles. Now it seems like nowhere is safe for the mobster and his family.

General Hospital recaps highlight Sonny and Dex’s analysis on the recent attack. That’s when Sonny put the pieces together to come to a shocking observation. The shooter was well prepared as if he knows the place from the inside out. In the past, Jason helped Sonny at times like these. His insight was always spot on, and Sonny always could depend on Jason. Thankfully, Dex Heller (Evan Hofer) seems to have what it takes to fill Jason’s shoes in the business.

An Inside Job Threatens Sonny and His Family- Can Dex and Sonny Identify the Shooter?

Shocking GH spoilers and rumors suggest the unthinkable! After Sonny and Dex went over the event they came to a realization. its quite possible that latest attack was an inside job, but who would betray Sonny like that? Recent GH news reports confirm that Steve Burton reveals that he’s back filming at Prospect Studios. Jason will return working weeks, which fans find to be very convenient timing. Could Jason Morgan return as Sonny’s enemy instead of his long lost best friend?

General Hospital News and Spoilers: Daytime Fans In Shock After Younger Performer Gets The Axe

Daytime cuts younger actor category
Daytime cuts younger actor

Is there a specific character in daytime television that you’ve watched grow up into adulthood? Often times, the casting directors and writing team has other ideas that lead children’s roles into abrupt adolescence or even beyond.

It’s not uncommon to see a child blossom into a legacy character, carrying the family name. Great examples are the Quartermaine, Corinthos, Spencer families and the younger generations as that take over the spotlight. However, more often than not a child actor is SORASed, which means, Soap Opera Rapid Age Syndrome. One day the kid is five, then BAM, the next day the child has a new face and is 15 years older than that day prior. That’s just how it goes in Soaps.

Daytime Cuts Younger Actor Category From Emmys

When it comes to recognition child actors are also eligible to submit their Emmy reels. But recent news states that younger performers well no longer have the chance to win outstanding younger performer in a drama series. The Daytime Emmys have decided to cut the category. Instead, actors who wish to enter should submit their work into the Leading, Supporting, or Guest categories.

General Hospital news and spoilers report that GH’s Eden McCoy is the last to receive this award. She took home the winning Secember 15th, 2023z As time moves toward the 51st annual daytime Emmy awards, GH news reports confirm that the updated format takes effect immediately.

General Hospital News and Spoilers: Nicholas Chavez OUT As Spencer, Avery Kristen Pohl’s GH Contract Details Reveal Esme’s Fate

Avery Pohl’s GH contact reveals Esme’s fate Avery leaving GH as Esme
Is Avery leaving GH as Esme? Avery Pohl’s GH contract reveals Esme’s fate

Avery Kristen Pohl stuns GH fans with her stellar acting. The 22 year old actress originated the role of Esme Prince as a troubled young college student. She’s so good at being bad that she has fans torn over her character, debating good vs. evil.

Reportedly, Pohl debuted as Spencer Cassadine’s (Nicholas Alexander Chavez) boarding school girlfriend in August of 2021. Since then the actress has already signed an additional contact. Her first secured Avery plays Esme for a year. But once renewal time arrived GH upped Pohl’s contract and she signed a 3 year deal.

The current storyline makes fans wonder if Avery Kristen Pohl, Tabyana Ali, and/or Nicholas Alexander Chavez will exit General Hospital. Previously, news surrounding Chavez’s Netflix project confirmed that the Emmy winning actor is leaving General Hospital while he films his role as Lyle Menendez.

Avery Pohl’s GH Contract Reveals Esme’s Fate- Is Avery Leaving GH As Esme Prince?

According to the latest GH news and spoilers, Nicholas Chavez’s last episode is January 31st. Thankfully, his departure is temporary. That said, GH fans question co-star Avery Kristen Pohl’s GH status as Esme Prince. Will she follow a similar fate as Spence? It’s possible that Esme goes missing temporarily but Pohl’s GH contract says that there won’t be a permanent exit. The actress signed a 3 year contract in June of 2022. So it looks like Esme is here to stay for a while!

General Hospital News and Spoilers: Secrets Behind Spencer, Trina, and Esme’s Boat Brawl Revealed!

Secrets behind General Hospital’s boat brawl
Secrets behind General Hospital’s boat brawl

Who needs a bar brawl when a boar brawl is so much more exciting?! Sure a good bar fight is equipped with broken glass beer bottles, and at least two dudes with long, gray beards and Harley jackets. Mostly likely someone’s name is Bubba. On the other hand, a solid boat brawl is all about drug-filled syringes and the likelihood of falling overboard.

General Hospital news and spoiler reports indicate that Esme’s attempt to get Ace back leads to Spencer’s absence. Previously, GH Blog shared news that Nicholas Alexander Chavez is leaving GH to film the Netflix series, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. Chavez reportedly plays Lyle while Cooper Koch has been cast as Erik.

According to the latest GH spoilers, ABC’s General Hospital reveals the secrets behind General Hospital’s boat brawl. Esme attacked Spencer and Trina in a desperate attempt to get her son. She was willing to risk anything- anyone to ensure that Ace is back in her arms. If you’ve seen the episode then you can handstand why stunt doubles may have been needed to pull off the wild fight scene. The Instagram post below displays pictures of Avery Pohl, Tabyana Ali, and Nicholas Chavez as Esme, Trina, and Spencer.

GH spoilers reveal that stunt doubles were used in the action-packed, dramatic scenes. Take a look at how they all pulled it off in the IG post below.