Innholdsfortegnelse for May 4, 2020 i ABC Soaps In Depth

The In Depth Story: The Meders’ little bundle of joy, whose nickname is, adorably, JoJo, weighed in at 6 lbs., 11 oz., and was 20 inches long. Three days after her due date, Hendrickson and her medical team decided to induce labor in light of COVID-19 concerns; for those same reasons, Meder had to leave the hospital following the baby’s delivery. But the family has since been adjusting to life at home. And for GH’s former Margaux, who previously suf fered two miscarriages, holding her rainbow baby is a blessing. “I can’t believe I’m a mamacita,” Hendrickson captioned an Instagram selfie of herself snuggling with her newborn. In Memoriam Forrest Compton — the GOMER PYLE star known to soap fans for his 1971-’84 run as D.A. Mike Karr on THE…

Jack is there for Jennifer as she frets about Orpheus’ return to their lives on Monday, April 20. Chad may finally have emerged from his father’s mind control, but on Tuesday, April 21, he still has to deal with Gabi! Worse, on Wednesday, April 22, Chad and Abigail find themselves on opposite sides of an argument! Li Chin makes a decision about Chad’s fate on Thursday, April 23. We’re guessing things go well, because on Friday, April 24, Abigail and her hubby have reason to celebrate!…

1 The description. Valentin couldn’t argue when Lucy dubbed him “the dark knight with sorta tarnished armor.” Sorta? 2 The tip-off. “Every time I see your daughter smiling,” Olivia told Ned, “I know that all hell is about to break loose.” 3 Ava’s warning. She pointed out that Nina was too smart not to know that “any woman in Jax’s life is always going to be second to Carly.” 4 Jason’s declaration. We downright cheered when he told Sam, for the safety of her and their kids, “No more secret meetings!” 5 Laura’s request. “I have a very selfish wish,” she told Cyrus. “I want you to be somebody else’s problem.” The board. As Britt and Julian argued, we were distracted by the very public, very illegal list of the hospital’s…

THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS’ Nick and Phyllis are hoping that their reconciliation will work — and they just might be the only ones in Genoa City who are! “Any version of Nick and Phyllis being together is going to cause major fireworks in their future,” warns co-executive producer/headwriter Josh Griffith. “The heat and passion they share is more present than ever — as well as the criticism of their coupling, most especially from Summer,” their daughter. Undoubtedly, Nikki, Victor, and Sharon will add their disapproving voices to Summer’s. However, Nick can be pretty stubborn. “He’s trying the stance, ‘Why look back [at past problems]?’” says Joshua Morrow, who plays the hunk. “He likes the way Phyllis makes him feel now, so he’s like, ‘Let’s forget about what happened between…

General Hospital In Depth asked… Do you think Julian and Britt would make a good couple? While some see potential here, the Julexis army is clearly not about to let this be more than a fling if they get their way! Reader Reaction: 69% NO WAY! 31% TOTALLY! This issue’s question Do you think Molly’s a better fit with T.J. or Brando? TOP 5 GH COUPLES TOP 5 ACTORS (as voted by Soaps In Depth readers) TOP 10 COUPLES (as voted by Soaps In Depth readers) TOP 5 ACTRESSES as voted by Soaps In Depth readers) TALK BACK TO SOAPS IN DEPTH: On-line: abc.soapsindepth.com Write: Readers’ Poll #18 c/o Soaps In Depth, 270 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632…

Cyrus Renault’s reappearance in Jordan’s life had her stressing, scrambling and snarling — and that was before he’d kidnapped T.J. Once her son was grabbed, the commissioner blew up at her husband (repeatedly!), teamed up with mobsters and threw her dead colleagues under the bus… but her ferocious attack on Molly was something else! It wasn’t that Jordan lied and said it was Molly’s fault T.J. was missing. We immediately understood what she was doing. But boy, did she sell it! Jordan lit into Molly with a vengeance, calling her a spoiled, entitled brat and sneering for her to “get over it.” Nothing was going to slow Jordan’s attack — not even Molly, who could barely get a word in. “It’s time to grow up and accept that your actions…

GH Hot Topic: Flashback Fridays OUR TAKE When ABC announced that GENERAL HOSPITAL was going to start airing Flashback Friday episodes, some beloved classics immediately sprang to mind. More often than not, the soap tends to air encore episodes from the fairly recent past. And with so many people now staying at home, these offer an excellent opportunity to catch lapsed viewers up on recent big events they may have missed. But we’re hoping that they’ll also manage to sprinkle in some old-school classics as well. We would absolutely love another chance to attend Luke and Laura’s fabulous wedding — not to mention Sonny and Brenda’s long-awaited 2011 nuptials or Alexis and Julian’s church fiasco. We also can’t forget Robin’s adorable debut, that sweet episode in which Frisco snuck away…

Jacklyn Zeman (Bobbie) “Exercise is important. Especially now, as we are all navigating these unexpected and challenging times. We are physically and emotionally adjusting to our ‘new normal.’ Exercise benefits the body, mind and spirit. It reduces stress, and it can be enjoyed privately by going solo for a walk or a run to decompress and rejuvenate. Exercise can also be an opportunity to connect and share time and space with a family member or friend. I am walking and hiking every day — sometimes alone, sometimes on my phone and sometimes with my family or a friend. Fresh air and sunshine will revitalize you. It makes me feel free and strong and happy. Please remember to respect the social-distancing guidelines that we have been given. We are truly all…

Sure, we could wax on endlessly about the personalities that have come, gone and reigned supreme on THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL over the past three decades and counting. But why not just cut to the chase with an A to Z primer that spotlights a few of our favorites? It’s a lightning round of sorts, for characters we’ve known and loved. Amber Black-sheep baby-swapper desperate to keep a foothold in the Forrester family… until they gave her the boot! Brooke Frequently weepy ex-wife of multiple men with the last name Forrester. Clarke Designing cad who specialized in stealing women’s hearts — and Forrester designs! Donna Unrealistically single, sexy Logan sister. (Honestly, how does Donna not have a man?) Eric Revered dispenser of sage advice and perfect l y-mixed martinis.…

Married scribes Joan Rater and Tony Phelan say that NBC’s COUNCIL OF DADS sends the message that “family is what you make it.” When the stor y picks up on Thursday, April 30 (at 8 p.m. EST), it will have been four months since Scott Perry’s passing left his doctor wife, Robin, and their five children at loose ends. Thanks to the demands of work and school, everyone appears to have moved on, but as Rater says often happens with grief, “they have good days and bad days.” Four’s A Crowd! Expecting that Robin would need assistance, Scott had asked Oliver (his oncologist and her pal), Larry (whom he’d sponsored in AA) and Anthony (his longtime friend and fellow restaurateur) to step in. But what he hadn’t done was lay…

The In Depth Story: Is it kidnapping if you take off with a child that, until just moments ago, you believed was actually your own? Regardless of the legal ramifications, Sarah’s disappearance packs an emotional punch for Kristen and Brady, who now know that Mickey is really their presumed-dead daughter, Rachel. At the same time, Nicole helps pick up the pieces of Eric’s heart as he deals with the revelation that his biological child was the one who actually died. Someone’s gotta pay for this mess, and Victor wastes no time in blaming Xander for allowing their sordid scheme to be exposed. Kristen, however, has no doubt that it was Victor who masterminded the baby swap in the first place. When she goes into attack mode demanding answers, will Victor’s…

Getting Some Fresh Air Stuck inside? Us, too. So let’s live vicariously through the stars and flash back to a time (just a few weeks ago!) when we could all be social… rather than social-distance.…

GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Finn and Alexis have come a long way since their days of going from Alcoholics Anonymous meetings to the bedroom. And the doctor’s portrayer, Michael Easton, is as happy as viewers that the former lovers have remained a part of one another’s lives. “They’ve become really good friends,” he tells Soaps In Depth. “There’s a real, genuine affection between them. I’m glad they were able to work it out.” No doubt, it helped the onetime bedmates that, from the beginning, they were honest with one another about their feelings — in particular, their feelings for other people. At the time, “Alexis had a problem with Julian, and Finn had a problem with Anna and Hayden as well,” Easton reminds. “They were both hurt, and, obviously if they’re in…

Sonny’s Toughest Challenge Yet! One of the most interesting things about the Mob war currently unfolding on GENERAL HOSPITAL is that Sonny is not actually at the forefront of it. Sure, he’s played a significant role, but other locals — including Jordan, Laura, Robert and Kevin — have been driving the action. Meanwhile, Sonny has been struggling to deal with dad Mike’s deterioration. “This is hell,” he admitted to Carly, tears welling up in his eyes. And she, in turn, provided exactly the support he needed. When he wondered aloud whether he could handle what was coming, “yes you can,” she insisted. “I’ve got you.” The last thing we expected when Renault began his attack on Port Charles was that Sonny would be busier taking emotional hits than ordering physical…

FYI Instagram Handle: @mauricebenard. Fan Boy: Benard says his dream dinner party would include “Muhammad Ali, Elvis Presley and Marlon Brando. Those are my guys.” Splitting Hairs: “I would go all the way gray if I could,” reveals the Emmy winner. “And I love having scruff.” The Eyes Have It: Benard was once crowned The Most Watchable Man In America, “which was like the Miss America for men,” he explains. in Nothing General About It: How Love (And Lithium) Saved Me On And Off GENERAL HOSPITAL, mental-health advocate and daytime icon Maurice Benard (Sonny) invites readers into his family, his career and his experiences living with bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety. And, after working on the memoir for more than two years, he’s understandably thrilled that it’s finally out. “I’m…

Not that long ago, GENERAL HOSPITAL heartthrob — and Elvis Presley fanatic — Ashton Arbab (Dev) stopped by Studio In Depth for a fun-filled photo shoot. And the young performer’s enthusiasm was so contagious, we wouldn’t be surprised if just looking at the pictures doesn’t get you dancing in your blue suede shoes! Studio In Depth’s mascot, Hoda (the photographer’s dog) took an immediate liking to Arbab, and vice versa. “I always have fun doing photo shoots, but with Hoda here, it makes it even better!” By the end of the shoot, Arbab said, “Hanging out with Hoda reminds me that I want a dog for myself!” Editor’s note: Just a few weeks later, Arbab brought home a new four-legged family member — and Mom totally approved! “I’ve loved Elvis…

Back when GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Kin Shriner was a young buck, he was up on all the Hollywood hot spots, but these days, he enjoys a much quieter life. “I’ve kind of outlasted all my friends in Los Angeles — I’m like the last man standing,” cracks Scotty’s portrayer. “But I’ve got my girlfriend, Trish [Ramish], I’ve got GH, and I’ve got my Vespa! So when I’m not going to work, I can pretty much take my time, take it easy and do whatever I want.” That said, Shriner does have a bit of a morning routine. He starts with a coffee and then hops on his beloved Vespa to hit the gym — where he does more than just get a workout. “I’ve been going for years, so I socialize…

This week on GENERAL HOSPITAL, alliances will shift, romances will be tested, and lives will be on the line. Who’ll decide what, and how will their choices impact the future? Read on for the scoop on how everything will change for the residents of Port Charles in the coming days! Sonny’s Fighting Two Major Enemies At Once! Ever since Cyrus Renault showed up, Sonny’s had to try and drive the baddie out of Port Charles while also keeping everyone he loves safe. Unfortunately, proving that when it rains, it pours, the Teflon Don also finds himself having to deal with dad Mike’s rapidly-deteriorating condition. “He feels confident in this Mob stuff,” says Sonny’s portrayer, Maurice Benard. “He’s a bit nervous but cool with it. It’s the stuff he can’t control…

THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL’s Bill claimed to be committed to Katie, but the lips don’t lie! His recent smooch with Brooke seems to indicate that the tycoon is a bit uncertain about his heart’s proclivities! In the meantime, a humiliated Katie has ordered him to wait things out in the doghouse until she’s ready to reconcile. “It’s definitely created a rift — as you’d imagine it would,” says Don Diamont of the tension between his character and the brunette. “He does love Katie, and he places a lot of value in their relationship. They were in a good place. It’s exactly why Brooke and Bill said, ‘Hey, we got caught up in the moment; this is not gonna happen again.’” Yet now that Ridge has dumped Brooke, might her…

… or have you been impressed by the way Jordan has handled the Cyrus situation? Difficult as it was, she threw her dead colleagues (including pal Taggert) under the bus and set him free, proving she definitely has what it takes to get the tough jobs done. We were also perhaps inappropriately amused by the way she handled Molly. Sure, Jordan ripped into the younger woman to keep her from getting suspicious about T.J.’s kidnapping, but didn’t it seem as if the top cop also kind of enjoyed speaking a few harsh truths to Molly? After all, as much as Jordan might like her, the girl did break T.J.’s heart!…

12. What made the demise of GENERAL HOSPITAL’s devilish Helena Cassadine so remarkable was that, in the end, the witch wasn’t burned at the stake, as would have been appropriate. Rather, grandson Nikolas (then Tyler Christopher) poisoned her to keep her from revealing who’d known about the resurrected Jason Morgan’s true identity — even though nobody really did, because Jake Doe turned out to be Drew! 11. Midnight wasn’t the only thing that ONE LIFE TO LIVE’s Gabrielle Medina was counting down to on New Year’s Eve in 2003. Turned out, she was also ticking off her last moments alive before the Music Box Killer snapped her neck, the bastard! 10. Chalk this one up to, ahem, overkill. After faking his own death, GH’s Nikolas (then Nick Stabile) was fatally…

Cyrus Is A Free Man! Although it was not anyone’s preferred method of dealing with the situation, Cyrus was released from Pentonville. Laura and Robert advised him to leave Port Charles, but the smug criminal said he would lose the respect of his peers if he left. Jason immediately put the drug trafficker on notice. During yet another secret meeting Jason laid down the law with Sam, saying they had to keep their distance until he could eliminate the threats to their family. MOLLY SLEEPS WITH BRANDO! During a showdown with Curtis, Trina vowed she’d clear her father of the allegations against him. Having thrown Taggert and their fellow task force members under the bus, Jordan was guilt-ridden. Molly was relieved about T.J.’s return, but also felt guilty. Why? Because…

At First Blush Voters felt this pink dress with a subtle ombre effect was more elegant than the stark black-and-white look on LOVING alum Jessica Collins (Dinah). Dapperly Done With the addition of a scarf, GENERAL HOSPITAL’s James Patrick Stuart (Valentin) reminds us of a college professor worth crushing on! Bold Red Lips Pucker up! These former ABC stars pack a pouty punch with a bright crimson shade of lipstick.…

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