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GH News And Spoilers: GH Blog Exclusive! Donnell Turner Reveals His Hand In Paving The Way For Curtis Ashford’s Success By Standing Up For His Community

Donnell Turner joined the cast of General Hospital and made his debut as Curtis Ashford on November 30th 2015. Since his arrival in Port Charles, Curtis has formed ties with many of the “well-knowns” around the city.

Over the weekend, GH Fantasy Events (Dino Ibelli and Linda Rohe) brought 6 GH cast members to Detroit Michigan, where they talked about their roles on the 59-year-old daytime drama, along with past and current storylines, while bringing to light some deep, behind the scenes General Hospital spoilers. Donnell Turner was accompanied by, Wes Ramsey (Peter August), Lisa LoCicero (Olivia Falconeri), Kathleen Gati (Dr. Liesl Obrecht), and Marcus Coloma (Nikolas Cassadine), and Nicholas Alexander Chavez (Spencer Cassadine).

In a recent Q&A at the GH Fantasy event, Donnell Turner revealed exclusive information regarding the character, Curtis Ashford, and now he had a hand in the development of this role from a writing standpoint.

General Hospital news and spoilers reveal Donnell had to face social injustice head-on. When asked by a fan if he knows why Marshall came back, Donnell explained that Curtis doesn’t know yet, but he knows all about why Marshall came back to his family. Turner then revealed that he knows a lot about what is going on with Curtis currently because he himself can partly be credited to Ashford’s current story. When diving into the backstory, Donnell explains that he had been employed with ABC and General Hospital for 6 years and grew frustrated at Curtis Ashford’s lack of storyline. Along with a lack of storyline, Curtis was lacking deep family ties in Port Charles, a steady job, and a stable home.

Turner went on to disclose his frustrations and what he did to pave the way, standing up for the black community. As explained by Turner, it’s illegal to pitch writing ideas to writers, as an actor. But that didn’t stop him from using a loophole to get his point across. Donnell sat down with TPTB over at General Hospital and pitched what was on his mind regarding racial injustices regarding featuring black people and black families on daytime tv. He brought to the attention of those who make the decisions regarding the path of a certain character, and in doing so, he was able to open their eyes to what was happening. Donnell fought for his character to have success in his life. His hope was to have a real, deep-rooted storyline, giving Curtis a family and a major story [in comes Marshall (Robert Gossett). He also advocated for Curtis to become successful in his career and eventually become a homeowner, and as we know, he and Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) are currently celebrating the purchase of his brand new home.

Donnell also revealed that everything he had pitched is now “coming into fruition.” General Hospital Blog is so happy to learn that Donnell’s efforts have been successful in paving the way for others who have been, and could find themselves in a similar situation. We were so moved by Donnell’s story we wanted to spread awareness by sharing his story and bringing it to light. We are proud to help Donnell and so many others spread awareness of some of the racial injustices many have to face. We wish Donnell (and Curtis ????) all the success life can bring!

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General Hospital Spoilers: Réal Andrews Teases Taggert Could Blow Marshall Ashford’s Cover

Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) won’t rest until he gets to the bottom of what his father Marshall Ashford (Robert Gossett) has been hiding. He up and left his family to be raised without a father. Curtis isn’t buying the witness protection act.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Marshall is dead set against Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) having any ties with TJ Ashford (Tajh Bellow) or anyone else he cares about for that matter. His feelings regarding Sonny fun deep- as in having history with Sonny- type of deep.

General Hospital news reports reveal GH actor Réal Andrews has shared some upcoming GH spoilers with his fans via Instagram. General Hospital spoilers reveal Marshall’s ties to Sonny are also tangled in with Marcus Taggert. Back in the day when Sonny was Taggert’s main focus, Sonny’s enemies and involvement in the mob was in full swing.

General Hospital rumors and spoilers suggest Taggert could be the one to blow Marshall’s secret out into the open, leaving nothing left for Curtis to wonder about deer old dad. GH rumors indicate that Marshall is hiding his involvement with the mob. But once Taggert has a run in with Marshall, he’ll recognize the gangster from the last.

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General Hospital Spoilers: Emotions Run High When Trina Feels The Heat Of Esme’s Crimes

Last week on General Hospital, Tabyana Ali made her debut as Trina Robinson, after stepping into the role after Sydney Mikayla’s recent exit from the soap opera.

General Hospital news reports reveal Tabyana is ready to take on the role of Trina and everything her character is saving on the upcoming storylines. General Hospital spoilers reveal Trina gets interrogated by Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) on the details of the night at the cabin. What Esme Prince (Avery Kristen Pohl) was criminal, and if anyone is going to see through that the person who committed the crime will pay, it’s the Corinthos family.

General Hospital previews and spoilers reveal Trina’s mom, Dr. Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) will feel the weight of her daughter’s pain. Thankfully Portia will have Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) to lean on.

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General Hospital Spoilers: A Wrench Is Thrown Into Curtis And Portia’s Plans

Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) and Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) found the perfect house to share now that they have found their place in each other’s lives.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Curtis and Portia’s plans run off track after a major faux pas is discovered.

When Auntie Stella (Vernee Watson) was in possession of Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) and Curtis Ashford’s divorce papers, she ended up having a medical emergency and the papers were never delivered.

General Hospital spoilers and previews indicate Jordan and Curtis aren’t as over as they thought. Just as Portia and Curtis are about to settle in, General Hospital rumors hint that it will be reveal that Jordan and Curtis are not actually divorced, posing a major problem for his relationship with Portia.

Will Jordan try to take advantage of the technicality and try to win her man back?

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General Hospital Spoilers: Poker Anyone? Selina Wu Returns With An Offer For Curtis Ashford

Earlier this week, General Hospital Blog reported the upcoming return of Lydia Look to the canvas as Selina Wu. The Five Families mobster spent some time visiting family in Singapore but has returned to Port Charles to establish business roots and develop an influence in the city.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Selina returns with a purpose and heads straight to Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) for starters. Selina Wu wants to stick around Port Charles and hopes to form alliances in an effort to establish business cred.

General Hospital spoilers and rumors suggest Selina approaches Curtis because she wants to use The Savoy to hold high-roller poker tournaments. GH spoilers indicate Selina has big plans for her nephew Brad Cooper (Parry Shen), wanting him to head up the entire operation. Curtis left the mob life behind and doesn’t want his establishment entangled in mob drama.

GH spoilers and previews hint hat Selina will likely turn to Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) to feel out his interest in influencing Curtis to work in her favor. Will her influence be enough to get her way in Port Charles?

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General Hospital News: Happy Birthday To GH Newcomer Robert Gossett

Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) is having a difficult time getting through Marshall Ashford’s (Robert Gossett) tough she’ll of armor. He wants to know why his dad left his life all those years ago.

We would like to wish General Hospital newcomer Robert Gossett a very happy birthday! Can’t wait to see where things go with Marshall and his long lost family.

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General Hospital Spoilers: If Jordan Doesn’t Come Between Portia And Curtis Something Else Will

Their love has been years in the making and now that things seem to be in place between Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner), GH spoilers reveal things are about to get shaken up as they try to cozy up to their idea of moving in together.

General Hospital news reports confirmed the role of Jordan Ashford had been recast and Tanisha Harper has taken over the role from Briana Nicole Henry. GH previews indicate Jordan’s return will spark a reaction in his current love interest, Portia.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Jordan has unresolved feelings for Curtis which couple potentially cause a brief snag in the progress Curtis and Portia have made in their relationship. Portia lied to Curtis many years ago when they started seeing each other while she was married to Taggert. He found out and broke things off and Portia has never regretted anything more. Now that she has Curtis back in her life, she can’t risk losing him again.

General Hospital spoilers and rumors suggest Jordan won’t be the reason Portia and Curtis head for trouble. GH rumors hint that she is hiding an even bigger lie this time around. Curtis has already been up front with Portia and had asked her straight up if Trina could be his daughter instead of Taggert’s. When asked, Portia immediately denied any claims of tat being true. There are many reasons people lie to the ones they love and want to hold onto the tightest. You never know if Portia is holding back out of fear of losing everything- and everyone. If Cutis is Trina’s father and the truth is revealed, Portia will likely lose the people she loves the most, Trina (Sydney Mikayla), Curtis, and Taggert.

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General Hospital Spoilers: Portia Reacts To Jordan’s Unresolved Feelings For Curtis

Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) is finally at a place in her life with someone she has long awaited in hopes of reuniting someday. Portia and Curtis have history and were forced apart by bad timing and deception.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Portia has been feeling the relief of knowing she has got her man after all these years but just as she started getting comfortable, in comes reason to shake her vibe.

General Hospital previews suggest Portia may feel threated by Jordan Ashford’s (Tanisha Harper) unexpected return. Although grateful she has recovered, Portia can’t help but reflect on losing Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) once already all those years ago. She spent all these years raising her daughter Trina Robinson (Sydney Mikayla), trying to make her marriage with Marcus Taggert (Réal Andrews) work. Portia couldn’t shake her feelings for Curtis.

In recent GH previews, Portia admits to Curtis, “From experience, you’re a hard man to get over.” It’s possible Portia is reacting to Jordan’s unresolved feelings for Curtis. Will Portia and Curtis till move forward with their plan to move in together now that Jordan is back?

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General Hospital Spoilers: Drew And Curtis Set Their Plan In Motion

Ever since Drew Cain’s (Cameron Mathison) return from Peter August’s (Wes Ramsey) orchestrated captivity, he has been a go-to type of guy to many in need around Port Charles. He’s there when he’s needed, and right now he is focused on helping Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) and Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) for different reasons.

General Hospital spoilers reveal that in between being a trusted and supportive friend to Carly, he is helping Curtis uncover the truth that his father Marshall Ashford (Robert Gossett) has been hiding.

Recent General Hospital previews indicate that Drew and Curtis have a plan to dig deep into what Marshall has been up to for decades, causing him to leave Curtis and the rest of their family behind. GH spoilers and rumors suggest Aunt Stella (Vernee Watson) knows much more than she has ever admitted to Curtis.

GH spoilers and rumors hint Drew is ready to help Curtis with their plan to set up Marshall, backing him into a corner for the truth.

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General Hospital Spoilers: Jordan Ashford’s Premature Return Makes A Few Waves

Things seem to be moving in a positive direction for TJ Ashford (Tajh Bellow) as the young doctor’s love life is glowing and his career is taking off. His relationship with Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) is becoming stronger and he’s accepting his grandfather Marshall into his life.

General Hospital spoilers reveal TJ Ashford and Molly (Haley Pullos) spend a nice Valentine’s Day together. In addition to the pleasant time spend with Molly, TJ has more to smile about.

General Hospital spoilers and rumors suggest TJ gets news that his mom will be returning home sooner than anticipated. Although this news is wonderful for TJ, GH rumors hint Jordan’s premature return to Port Charles will make waves among those connected to her.

General Hospital rumors suggest the possibility of Jordan returning will cause Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) and Curtis to pump the brakes. Before Jordan’s tragic incident, she and Curtis were fresh onto a divorce which Jordan was asking to try again while Curtis was moving on with Portia. Will Curtis have unresolved feelings come to the surface when Jordan is back in his presence?

General Hospital comings and goings news reports have not confirmed any status updates regarding Briana Nicole Henry’s potential return. It’s remains uncertain whether Henry will be brought back to reprise her role as Jordan, or if the role will be recast.

General Hospital news reports confirm Briana is officially counting down the birth of her first child, therefore still away from the set of General Hospital.