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The Pregnancy Plot Lisa LoCicero Won’t Play! Mothers-to-be don’t typically fare well in Port Charles. So when Lisa LoCicero learned that GENERAL HOSPITAL would incorporate her real-life pregnancy into Olivia’s storyline, it’s understandable that the 44-year-old had concerns about the effect some potential tales might have on her unborn child! The In Depth Story: As the actress tells Soaps In Depth, “I probably should have put out a list of caveats, like I would not be comfortable in my condition playing a grief-filled pregnancy.” We certainly don’t blame the expectant star for feeling that way. In the past two years, LoCicero saw co-star Kirsten Storms (Maxie) be warned not “to push” during Georgie’s delivery for fear that she’d harm daughter Harper in utero, and watched Theresa Castillo deliver a gutwrenching…

It’s an explosive week in Salem, beginning when Paul puts Sonny in a wildly uncomfortable position on Monday, March 2. Tuesday, March 3, finds Sonny dropping a huge bombshell on his husband! Will their marriage survive? Theresa finds out what Melanie’s been up to on Wednesday, March 4. Things get tense when on Thursday, March 5, Brady actually defends Theresa to Melanie! And Friday, March 6, finds Jordan making a decision that could change her life forever!…

Mothers do all that they can to protect their kids, but sometimes things happen that are simply beyond their control. DAYS OF OUR LIVES’ Adrienne had just such a realization upon learning that Sonny had been attacked in Horton Square. Choking back her sobs, Adrienne tried to leave husband Justin a message about what had happened. With Lucas by her side, the mother’s subsequent breakdown proved heartbreaking to watch. “He’s in surgery. Someone stabbed him,” she explained. “I can’t lose him, Lucas! I can’t lose my son!” Later frustrated by her inability to reach Justin, Adrienne alternated between anger and despair before finally collapsing in Lucas’ comforting embrace. The scenes reminded us just how lucky the oap is to have Judi Evans (Adri -enne ) in the cast!…

Learning Curve There’s nothing hotter than a man cradling a tiny infant. Considering that GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Bryan Craig (Morgan) is already off-the-charts smoldering, seeing him holding the baby girls who play Avery may require the presence of the Port Charles Fire Department! Although Craig looks so cool, calm and collected in the surrogate dad role, he admits that it’s quite the opposite! “It’s super-uncomfortable holding someone else’s child while they’re standing right there, especially a baby that’s so little and delicate,” he confesses. “It’s very, very, very hard. I’ve never had to act with a child in my arms. It’s very distracting. You have to do things like tend to the baby in the middle of a line and it’s confusing. You don’t know if it’s coming off as breaking…

Maurice Benard (Sonny) “I’ve always felt so much warmth from Kristen and feel the same way towards her,” says the daytime icon. “The times we’ve worked together — not often enough — I had a great time. I can really consider her a friend.” Ryan Paevey (Nathan) “I loved working with her,” says the talented heartthrob, “and I hope she and Chad Duell [Michael, her real-life beau] will join the rest of the crew next time we all grab a cabin in Big Bear!” Anthony Geary (Luke) “Kristen is a very talented young woman,” says the Emmy winner. “She can sing, she can act, her professionalism is top of the heap, and she’s smart as a whip. I will miss her. I’ll also miss Fluke’s unfettered leering at Kiki. She…

10 “Holding Out For A Hero” Footloose, Footschmoose. DAYS OF OUR LIVES aficionados don’t think of the 1984 Kevin Bacon movie or its bestselling soundtrack when they hear this Bonnie Tyler classic, they think of Bo astride a hog, burning rubber to save Hope from becoming — ew! — Mrs. Larry Welch! 9 “Think Of Laura” Grammy winner Christopher Cross’ 1984 hit actually had nothing to do with GENERAL HOSPITAL (it was about an ill-fated college student). Yet it was used on the show to underscore the heartache that Luke felt while Laura was MIA. “Soul Reason” 8 Jack Wagner may be better known for his singing as GH’s Frisco, but he also sang on THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL. Among the tunes he performed was this heart-tugger that his…

At Last! A Son For Max! GH’s Derk Cheetwood (Max) and his wife, Cari, received an early Valentine’s Day present — a son to carry on the family name! The couple’s daughters, Kylie, 7, and Audrey, 4, are now the loving big sisters to 8 lb., 7 oz., Cody Maclean, born on February 9 via C-section. “We’re super in love with this little booger,” the proud pop tells In Depth with a laugh. “When you see the baby (inset), you realize that God gives you this infinitive love. But he broke the moment with good comedic timing. They pulled him up above the curtain and he immediately started hosing everybody down!” Jake Hits Primetime! Between wrapping up at THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS as Billy and taking over as GH’s…

All the latest coming and goings! Is Vanessa Marcil Staging A Surprise GH Comeback? PASST: It’s been nearly two years since Vanessa Marcil (ex-Brenda) last visited GENERAL HOSPITAL, but the Emmy winner remains as loved by viewers today as she was during her initial run on the show more than 20 years ago. Many of the soap’s fans are breathless to see Marcil return and Sonny and Brenda’s epic love story continue — and the star has some shocking news about how that will happen! The In Depth Story: When Soaps In Depth recently caught up with the QUEENS OF DRAMA star, we had to ask the question on every GH viewer’s mind: Is there any truth to the rumblings that she will be returning to the soap? “There’s always…

Now that Spinelli has made his way back to Port Charles, there’s only one person happier about it than his fans — his portrayer, Bradford Anderson. “It’s lovely being back,” he tells Soaps In Depth “The wondrousness of being on GENERAL HOSPITAL was nothing I ever took for granted.” Over the past year and a half, the character’s name was frequently brought up on the show, which only made viewers more eager for him to return to his old stomping grounds and create a family with true love Maxie and their daughter, Georgie. “It was nice to hear that he left an impression and that Spinelli’s name is still part of the landscape,” Anderson says. “I was always very grateful for that. “Being part of that world and a show…

“Mad Chemistry” was the name of the aptly titled song that played during the scene in which THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL’s Ridge painted a seminude Caroline. Indeed, it could also describe the spark and sizzle that leaped off the screen as Linsey Godfrey (Caroline) and Thorsten Kaye (Ridge) finally moved their characters’ yearning for one another away from the office and into Ridge’s new artist garret — a locale that had “sexy time” written all over it, we should add! The scene had all the makings of a Harlequin romance novel, and we mean that in a good way. Par t of the fun in watching a soap, after all, is getting swept away by the fantasy.…

I f GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Elizabeth Webber were to be on the next season of THE BACHELORETTE and she were faced with having to choose between Jake and Ric, who would get the final rose? “I know who Elizabeth would choose, but I also think she wouldn’t be 100 percent honest with herself,” says her gorgeous portrayer, Rebecca Herbst. “She’s not quite strong enough to face her true feelings, and that can get her into trouble.” Did Ric Blow His Chance? Ric, bless his deceitful little heart, never fails to do the wrong thing at the wrong time. Then, later, he regrets it. Urging Jake to plead guilty at his hearing (because, after all, he is guilty) was a move as transparent as cellophane, and Liz saw right through it. But,…

FYIFYIFYIFYI Birthday: September 10. Hometown: Renton, WA. His Radio’s Dialed To Country: Young has a soft spot for “outlaw country” legends like Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard. Not Dropping The Ball: The hands-on dad spent New Year’s Eve with son Luke, 6, and daughter Molly, 1. “My wife, Christen, had to get her wisdom teeth taken out, so she was laid up, and I took care of the babies!” It’s no secret to onetime fans of ALL MY CHILDREN that THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL’s Jacob Young (Rick) has a knack for playing cruel and callous characters. As the ABC soap’s notorious JR, the actor once played the sort of hothead that fans loved to hate, and now, he’s bringing a bit of that same malicious mojo to his current…

It’s undeniable that GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Anthony Geary has been giving some of the best performances of his career since the big Fluke-is-Luke reveal. Interestingly, the fallout has also allowed other actors to shine, as did Emme Rylan when Lulu stormed the jail to confront the man claiming to be her father. The Face Of Evil Lulu was clearly repulsed when the villain she refused to acknowledge as Luke called her Cupcake. Obviously, this couldn’t be her father, not this man who had nearly killed half of Port Charles… including members of his own family! “By the grace of God,” she shouted, “I was off of the boat, but Bobbie was still on there, and so was Lucas!” When Luke seemed more upset about Sonny’s having been pardoned than anything, Lulu…

The In Depth Story: In the lawsuit, which also lists other defendants, Rowell claims that the soap has refused to rehire her as a retaliatory measure because she has been outspoken regarding the lack of African-Americans on Y&R, both in front of and behind the camera. “This is a profound moment for me,” she shared at a press conference, “as an African-American woman who wishes to continue to live the American dream. I’ve always advocated for myself, and was taught to do so after 18 years in foster care. And I advocate for others, and was taught to do so. So this is not about me. This is about myself and the many, many other African-Americans who have been denied the right to perform in front of and behind the…

THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS turned up the drama when Nick and Sharon went to cour t, each hoping to gain full custody of Faith. While the camera cut back and forth between Nick and Sharon’s testimony — with Nick wanting full custody and Sharon still wanting to reach a compromise — the pivotal moment came when Mariah took the stand and grudgingly corrected the record on how Sage had ended up in Nick’s robe. Seeing her chances of getting Faith dissolve, Sharon had a heartbreaking meltdown. “Nick, please tell them Faith belongs with me,” she cried out. “I have lost everything! I cannot lose her too!” Sharon’s tormented cry gave us shivers and lingered in our memory long after the episode was over!…

Crazy In Love I’m actually really loving Nina and Franco. Separately, neither of them do anything for me, but I love them together. They are both crazy, and I love their chemistry! Mande Breen via Soaps In Depth Facebook page He‘s No Hero Sonny trying to save Ava is disgusting. He kidnapped her when she was pregnant and threatened constantly to end her life. He kept her prisoner against her will until she was able to escape. This is misogynistic writing that is entirely degrading to women. Melissa Rabb via E-mail Jason Part Deux I am loving the new Jason. Billy Miller has brought so many di. erent emotions to the character. His anger mixed with confusion, and his . ght to do the right thing, has been amazing. I…

“I have never, ever, ever worked with a woman who is so incredibly beautiful and giving in scenes. Never in my life have I ever worked with such a giving actor as Maura West. Those scenes with her [giving birth] were like teamwork. She was just so incredible. We both had heavy lifting. Both of us had to emotionally go to places and both of us had to hold each other up. It was really remarkable. It was extraordinary!” — GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Michelle Sta_ ord (Nina), with Maura West (Ava)…

Now that he’s signed on with Rebel Rock Racing, Erik Valdez (ex-Trey, GENERAL HOSPITAL) finally has the green light to pursue his life-long love affair with motorsports. “I gave it up a decade ago because I didn’t have the financial means or support needed to continue,” he says, adding that the decision is what led him to pursue acting. “Now my success in television has opened up some opportunities to get back in a car.” Back On Track Recently, Valdez, who has owned more than 40 vehicles and has mainly done on-track road racing, made his pro-racing debut at the Daytona International Speedway. He’s co-driving the No. 88 Rebel Rock Porsche Cayman in the ST Class of the International Motor Sports Association’s Continental Tire Spor tsCar Challenge. “I had brainstormed…

FYIFYIFYIFYIFYIFYIFYIFYI Middle Name: DeAnn. Birthday: May 29. Hometown: Doylestown, PA. Psst: Before Lindsey Morgan took over as Sonny’s daughter, Kristina, in 2012, rumors swirled that Alderson had been cast in the role. “I knew about the buzz about Kristina before I was even in talks to come to GH,” Alderson says. “Lexi Ainsworth [Morgan’s predecessor] is so talented, there was no way I could step into her shoes.” In The Driver’s Seat: Alderson almost didn’t get her driver’s license! The written test was a piece of cake. The behind-the-wheel test, however… “I failed the driving test twice. First I was driving too slow and too cautiously. Then the next time, I wasn’t driving cautiously enough.” When news broke that Kristen Alderson had decided to leave GENERAL HOSPITAL and her role…

It’s been a year since New Yorkbased Kassie DePaiva first flew to Los Angeles to begin playing DAYS OF OUR LIVES’ Eve. Being away from her family — husband James De-Paiva (who played Max to her Blair on ONE LIFE TO LIVE) and their 17-yearold son, JQ — is tough, but she’s making it work. “Thank goodness for Face-Time!” she chuckles. “Also, with the way DAYS production goes, it’s not that terrible. I’ve never gone past 21 days without seeing them, and when I am home, I’m there for about 10 days.” FYIFYIFYIFYIFYIFYI Her On-Line Home: kassiedepaiva.com. Southern Comfort: “I make garlic cheese grits – they’re very good!” the Kentucky native reveals. Her Favorite 2014 Flicks: Whiplash and Birdman. How She Stays Svelte: “When I’m in L.A., I like to…

Q: What mystery of the universe would you love to know the answer to? Parry Shen (Brad, GH) “I did a UFO movie that I produced, so I’ve been diving a lot into research about planets. You see just how small and in­ nitesimal we are in the grand scheme of things. I would love to know if we are alone. Before I die, I would want to know. I would love to see a different habitat of people with unconscious intelligence, who have their own history and art and culture. It would probably be too much for us to absorb.” Eric Martsolf (Brady, DAYS) “Why are we really here? And where do we go when we leave here?” Christian Jules LeBlanc (Michael, Y&R) “We still don’t know what gravity…

THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL Eric’s unwavering support of Rick left a furious Ridge to seriously weigh Liam’s invitation to help the Spencers acquire Forrester Creations. Ivy blew a gasket when she caught Steffy putting the moves on Liam. Maya’s dreams of becoming a Forrester took a leap forward when Rick gave her a token of his love, but her little sister’s intrusion proved an annoyance. Bill and Katie honeymooned in Aspen and gossiped about the future of Brooke’s love life. Unhappy in her newfound single status, Brooke recruited Deacon to keep her company. Succumbing to a moment of passion with the blonde, a guilt-ridden Deacon returned home and vaguely confessed to Quinn. When Liam must choose between business and pleasure, which will win out? Sneak Preview THE YOUNG &…