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General Hospital Spoilers: Josh Kelly Reveals How He Landed His GH Role

Cody Bell (Josh Kelly) is the newest mystery man to land in Port Charles. He made quite a splash at the Metro Court pool and left an unforgettable impression on one intelligent woman in particular.

General Hospital news reports confirm that OLTL alum Josh Kelly sat down with Soap Opera Digest about his new role as Cody Bell on ABC’s General Hospital.

Kelly told the news outlet that he was “missed working regularly,” after working on other projects. Pre-Covid, Kelly reveals he shot a pilot but was put on hold due to the worldly circumstances. Josh explained, “I’ve had a lot of fun doing other projects, but these last two years, I shot a pilot and then it was on hold throughout COVID. Also, I’ve had to go [on location] to Memphis or Albuquerque or Atlanta and I love traveling, but my home is in Los Angeles and I’ve never gotten to work here. I also missed being part of a little acting troupe family.”

General Hospital spoilers reveal Josh then reached out to Frank Valentini, his former boss at One Life To Live, expressing interest in working at GH. His contact with GH’s Executive Producer was well accepted. Josh Kelly described his conversation with Valentini. He said, “He was like, ‘Are you serious? You’d have to do a contract,’” Kelly recalled. “They were like, ‘We’re gonna come up with a cool character for you’ — and they did!”

General Hospital spoilers indicate there is a colorful future for Kelly’s role as Cody Bell. He admits he is excited to be on contract with the iconic daytime drama. He reflected on his time at OLTL, and explained that he is happy to fulfill a contact since his previous contract with the ABC’s cancelled soap was cut short.

We are eager to see where things lead as Cody settles in to Port Charles, forming new bonds and maintaining his old friendships.

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General Hospital News And Spoilers: Laura Wright Gives Behind The Scenes Look At General Hospital’s Night Of Glamour

The 49th annual Daytime Emmy awards was a night to remember for the General Hospital family. Taking home 4 trophies, General Hospital made history with winning Outstanding Drama Series for the 15th time, giving the 59 year old soap opera the most wins in that category.

General Hospital news and spoilers reports reveal inside pre and post Emmy night highlights shared by GH’s incredible Laura Wright (Carly Corinthos).

General Hospital spoilers reveal highlghts of the night from Laura’s POV, sharing pics with Executive Producer, Frank Valentini, the entire GH cast gathered on stage for their big win, along with a video featuring actress Lisa LoCicero (Olivia Falconeri) getting glammed up with hair and makeup. The event was nothing short of a dream for the talented writers and actors of ABC’s General Hospital.

Thank you to Laura Wright for letting us inside of their big night. Congratulations on all these impressive nominations and wins!

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General Hospital Spoilers: Details On Cyrus Renault’s Return, Trouble Comes Laura’s Way

Laura Spencer Collins (Genie Francis) found out she had two brothers in recent adulthood. Dr. Martin Gray (Michael E. Knight) and Cyrus Renault (Jeff Kober) welcomed Laura into their lives in their own individual ways.

General Hospital spoilers reveal bad boy, big brother, Cyrus has kept his distance from sister, Mayor Laura Collins and the rest of Port Charles since he was hauled away to Federal prison.

According to recent GH news reports surrounding the details of General Hospital’s special 15,000th episode, GH spoilers reveal Executive Producer, Frank Valentini shares the inside scoop in what to expect on GH’s June 20th show.

General Hospital rumors based on Valentini’s recent spoilers indicate Cyrus Renault may be headed back to the canvas. Kober was spotted in recent photos courtesy of ABC, promoting GH’s upcoming tribute episode.

GH spoilers indicate trouble ahead for Mayor Collins, as political drama makes it’s way to Port Charles. What type of trouble will Laura’s brother rope her into, disrupting her political career?

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General Hospital Spoilers: GH15K Reveals Surprise Return! More Trouble Ahead In Port Charles!

We’ve been hearing a lot about the upcoming milestone what will air this month. General Hospital news reports reveal, the cast and crew of General Hospital has filmed it’s 15,000th show and is set to air on June 20th.

In a recent article, General Hospital Blog reported on some inside revelations told by GH stars, Genie Francis (Laura Spencer Collins), Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos), and Executive Producer, Frank Valentini, as ABC reporter, George Pennacchio paid a visit to the set.

General Hospital spoilers reveal, although GH’s 15,000th tribute episode will focus on Laura Collins (Genie Francis), Valentini confirmed the episode will featured every single cast member.

General Hospital rumors claim there will be a surprise return after eagle eyed fans spotted, Jeff Kober among the cast in the latest photo from ABC. Jeff’s character, Cyrus Renault, was send off to Federal prison after orchestrating an explosion that put his own niece, Lulu Spencer Falconeri (Emme Rylan) in a coma. Since the episode will focus on Mayor Laura Collins, GH spoilers and rumors hint that big bother Cyrus will make his return.

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General Hospital Spoilers: GH Features ‘Laura Collins’ In Special 15,000th Episode, Genie, Maurice, And Frank Valentini Give Inside Look

Photo Credit: ABC

How many shows can make this declaration?! 15,000 (and counting) episodes created for one television show is almost unheard of.

General Hospital news reports revealed the cast and crew is celebrating their 15,000th episode of iconic soap opera, General Hospital. The tribute episode will air on June 20th, featuring Genie Francis as Laura Spencer Collins.

GH news reports reveal Executive Producer, Frank Valentini, along with General Hospital’s two longest running contract actors, Maurice Benard and Genie Francis, shared some inside scoop with ABC7 Entertainment Reporter, George Pennacchio, surrounding the special June 20th episode.

Photos courtesy of ABC

When speaking with Pennacchio regarding the remarkable longevity of GH, Francis disclosed, “Well, I don’t think anybody can believe that it’s been on this long. It’s quite an accomplishment, isn’t it? And it’s gone through different generations of people, Genie continued, “I’m very happy with how the character has grown and changed. In the beginning, of course, she was very, very vulnerable and now I focus much more on her strength.”

Frank Valentini have reporter, George Pennacchio some inside details regarding the 15,000th episode. He hinted, “It’ll be happy, sad, dark, scary, fun, thrilling and exciting, but most importantly it has almost every single cast member in it,” revealed Valentini.

The cast of GH has celebrated many milestones over the year, having Benard and Francis around for most; more than others. When asked about all those calories taken in from celebratory cake consumption, Maurice answered, laughing, “The truth of the matter is I don’t even touch the cake cause I’m real disciplined.”

General Hospital spoilers indicate the June 20th episode will focus on Laura Collins when some political drama brews in the air. Although the show’s focus will surround Laura, Valentini reveals that every single cast member will be featured in this very special episode.

After spotting Port Charles villain, Jeff Kober as Cyrus Renault, in a recent cast photo promoting the 15,000th episode, General Hospital rumors began surrounded the possibility of Kober’s return as Sonny Corinthos’s enemy, Cyrus.

The special upcoming episode was originally scheduled to air on June 17th but has since been moved to June 20th. Do NOT miss this iconic tribute to General Hospital, on it’s 15,000th show! What an accomplishment!

When: Monday, June 20th at 2PM Eastern

Where: ABC Network

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General Hospital Spoilers And Recaps: Willow And Nelle Are Twins! Frank Valentini Confirms Plan

No more wondering! The mystery has finally been solved. Nelle Benson (Chloe Lanier) is indeed the daughter of Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros), but it doesn’t stop there.

The saga of Nina’s long lost daughter began years ago. Back in September of 2020, General Hospital Blog reported General Hospital spoilers which were derived straight from Executive Producer, Frank Valentini.

General Hospital news reports revealed Valentini disclosed that the plan had always been for Nelle Benson to turn out to be Nina’s long lost child, but held in the major twist which we witnessed in today’s episode of General Hospital.

GH spoilers reveal Nina’s bad news also comes with some good news even though the revelation will most likely stretch over a lengthy period of time.

General Hospital Recap: On Wednesday, the May 4th emotional episode, a dying Harmony Miller (Inga Cadranel) made a confession to Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) and pleaded with her to keep her last dying wish. That request was that Carly always protect Willow Tait (Katelyn MacMullen). In Harmony’s eyes, protecting Willow means to never tell her that Nina Reeves is her biological mother and that she had a twin, Nelle.

For a while, fans were convinced that it would turn out Nelle wasn’t Nina’s daughter at all, but Harmony confirmed there were two babies- another half. The two halves explain the heart shaped pendant that Nelle had in her possession. Back when Willow came to visit Nina at her office, she mentioned that her mom, Harmony, packed lightly- insinuating that she had left things behind, which would explain how Nelle got the other half of the necklace.

Now Carly has been put in a position to honor Harmony’s final request to protect her daughter from Nina. What we thought would be a vengeful decision on Carly’s part, is actually turning out to be half selfless as she tries to keep her promise to Harmony.

General Hospital rumors claim the truth will come out sooner or later, in a possible storyline about a medical emergency. Willow’s fainting spells weee never explain. This could have been the writer’s way of setting up an illness for Willow in which she would need to turn to a biological relative to save her life. If Carly promised to always protect Willow, will she be forced to tell her Nina is her mom in order to save her life?

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General Hospital News And Spoilers: Finola Hughes And Frank Valentini Dive Deep Into Details Of Peter’s Death

Peter August (Wes Ramsey) has become a big part of Anna Devane’s (Finola Hughes) life in a short period of time.

As Faison’s (Anders Hove) son, Anna’s relationship with Peter was complex to say the least. From thinking he was her nephew and then his mother, back to being his Aunt, the relationship was very flawed. Peter reeked havoc on the people Anna loves and because of that, Finola reveals was was “disappointed” when she found out Anna wasn’t going to be the one to kill Peter.

In a recent interview with Soaps In Depth, Hughes admits she was curious about how Peters demise would unfold and approached Executive Producer, Frank Valentini with the burning question.

General Hospital news and spoilers share inside details of Finola and Frank’s thought process on how Peter’s death would be written. Hughes admits,  “I asked Frank [Valentini],” Hughes recalled. “I was like, ‘Do I kill him?’ And he sort of explained it to me and I was bummed! I was like, ‘Oh, I really feel like I should.’ However, Finola wasn’t left wondering without explanation. Valentini explained his reasoning for how the story unraveled as Peter took his last breath. Finola continued, “Frank was like, ‘Well, they don’t want you to be responsible for too many deaths,’” she continued. “I mean, I think there was a sort of consensus among the writers and I accepted that. And he said, ‘Wait and see how this is written.’ And when I saw it, I thought it was so artful and very clever.”

Finola reflected on the last scene she filmed with Wes and expressed her sadness to part ways with her co-star. She boasts, “He was such a darling person to work with. I loved working with Wes. He was just a dream to work with.”

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General Hospital Spoilers: There’s Hope For Luke! Frank Valentini Hints At Happy Ending

Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) arrived back in Port Charles and crashed at Laura Spencer Collins’ (Genie Francis) place for the night. After two sleepless nights, Laura’s hospitality was just what Tracy needed.

General Hospital fans were shocked and devastated at the off screen death of the legendary, Luke Spencer (Anthony Geary). Just as GH rumors suspected, General Hospital spoilers revealed that Tracy was the bearer of bad news, telling Laura first that Luke has died in a freak cable car accident.

Thanks to Viktor Cassadine’s (Charles Shaughnessy) cryptic phone conversation, we know that it was no accident at all. But what remains a mystery is whether or not Luke is actually dead or if the entire thing is all part of a bigger plan.

General Hospital spoilers and news reports reveal a recent tweet from GH Executive Producer, Frank Valentini. I’m January 4th, Valentini tweeted a GH teaser, revealing recent General Hospital previews for the upcoming new year. He tweeted, “New year – new romance – new drama! Is Luke really gone? @GeneralHospital #GH”

General Hospital rumors began, making claims around Luke’s story which involves the Cassadines. It sounds like Valentini wants to keep a mystery alive, by not closing the door on the possibility that Luke is still alive. After all, how can they kill off a legend like that?! Hopefully this is all just a ploy in a bigger scheme to defeat Viktor Cassadine.

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General Hospital Spoilers And News: William deVry Addresses GH Return, Meeting With Frank Valentini, And Clears Exit Rumors

It’s been about an entire year since that fateful night when Julian Jerome (William deVry) and Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) fell from the bridge and into the water. The tragedy killed Julian and caused Sonny’s amnesia, leading to the mess Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros) created.

General Hospital news reports reveal that William deVry has recently re-addressed his General Hospital exit, along with expressing his thoughts on returning to the 58 year old daytime drama.

General Hospital spoilers reveal some major updates regarding deVry’s status with GH. At a recent fan event, William revealed to fans that he may be in talks with General Hospital Executive Producer, Frank Valentini. He teased, “Frank keeps threatening to take me to dinner.” He then continued on to clear and GH rumors surrounding his status with the Soap Opera. He disclosed, “But I think that’s mostly as a ‘thank you’ for the last eight years. He certainly hasn’t brought up the potential of bringing me back.”

As far as the General Hospital rumors go, the rumors painted a sort of distorted image of what actually happened when deVry exited General Hospital. General Hospital news and spoilers indicate that William made it clear that he was not fired, but his contract was up and the character of Julian Jerome’s time had come to an end.

Willam revealed to fans how he felt when his contract as Julian Jerome was up. He clarifies, “My contract was up,” he points out. “It was time to move on and do other things.” deVry have props to the genre, showing love for his work and the fans. General Hospital spoilers and rumors indicate that deVry is open to other work opportunities, calling out specifically other Soaps. “I love the fans. I love the peeps — Dom Zamprogna, (Dante), Maurice Benard, (Sonny), and Kin Shriner, (Scotty), I’d love to go back and get in the dirt with those guys and do something fun…as far as another GH character goes, I’m not sure. If DAYS or Y&R called, I’d listen.”

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General Hospital News And Spoilers: Executive Producer, Frank Valentini Tweets Announcing Ava’s Days In Port Charles Are Numbered, Maura West Set To Exit GH?

Spencer Cassadine (Nicholas Alexander Chavez) has one main goal, and that is to separate his father, Nikolas Cassadine (Marcus Coloma), from his step mom, Ava Jerome (Maura West). He’s been quite successful in his mission with the help of his sneaky girlfriend, Esme Prince (Avery Kristen Pohl).

Ava Jerome is depending on Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) to take care of her daughter, Avery Corinthos (Ava and Grace Scarola), when she leaves Port Charles indefinitely. Ava is being driven out of town by her “stalker” and is counting on Avery’s step mother, Carly, to watch over her’s and Sonny’s (Maurice Benard) daughter.

General Hospital rumors have been circulating, claiming that Maura West will exit General Hospital since her character Ava, is leaving town. GH fans worry this rumor will reign true after a shocking tweet from Executive Producer, Frank Valentini.

On September 13th, Valentini teased fans with what’s ahead with a tweet that reads, “Ava’s days are numbered in Port Charles- what will her last days be like?”

This shocking General Hospital news regarding Ava’s last days have fans scrambling with worry over Maura West’s status with the soap opera.

General Hospital comings and going’s reports have not confirmed West’s exit, and it’s possible that Frank Valentini‘s tweet was simply a teaser for the character’s next move which has been set in motion by Spencer.

General Hospital Blog will keep fans up to date on any GH news regarding the confirmation of Maura’s future on General Hospital.