General Hospital Bids Farewell to Maxie in Major Exit
General Hospital is reportedly writing out the character Maxie Jones, signaling a significant exit that will reshape upcoming storylines.
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General Hospital Sends Maxie Jones and Family Down Under
General Hospital reveals that Maxie Jones and her family—Spinelli and their three kids—are moving to Australia after Spinelli lands a job offer, with Maxie selling her Deception Cosmetics stake to Michael Corinthos. The storyline writes Maxie out for now, aligning with Kirsten Storms’ limited availability and leaving room for a possible return or recast later. The piece also notes Storms’ recent comments about her GH future and invites fan input on whether the role should be recast or saved for a potential comeback, while signaling future story possibilities tied to this exit.
Kirsten Storms Breaks Silence: Moves to Tennessee Amid Personal Strife
General Hospital star Kirsten Storms posted her first life update in weeks, explaining she’s moved to Tennessee to refocus after a difficult period that includes an ongoing dispute with ex-husband Brandon Barash and other personal challenges; she says she won’t be returning to Los Angeles or General Hospital in the near future, and Maxie Jones remains off-screen. Storms also reflects on her child-star beginnings and motherhood with Harper, emphasizing the importance of time and priorities.
Y&R Leads 53rd Daytime Emmy Nominations as Beyond the Gates Breaks Ground
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences revealed the full nominations for the 53rd Daytime Emmy Awards, led by The Young and the Restless with 18 nods and Beyond the Gates with 15, followed by General Hospital with 13, Days of Our Lives with 8, and The Bold and the Beautiful with 7. The ceremony is set for October 30, 2026 at the Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood and will be streamed via watch.theemmys.tv, with main and Creative Arts categories presented in one night. Nominations in major acting categories were announced earlier, and NATAS will later announce Lifetime Achievement and related honorees. A Daytime Emmy Nominations Special hosted by Michael Fairman covered the lineup, and fans are invited to weigh in on the nominations.
Y&R Leads 2026 Daytime Emmy Nominations as Gates and Hospital Trail
The 2026 Daytime Emmy nominations were revealed, led by The Young and the Restless with 18 nods, followed by Beyond the Gates with 16 and General Hospital with 13; Days of Our Lives has eight nominations. The Hollywood Reporter notes NATAS president Adam Sharp’s remarks on honoring daytime talent as the landscape evolves, and confirms THR’s nomination for Off Script. The 53rd Daytime Emmy Awards are set for Oct. 30 at the Hollywood Palladium, with a complete nominations list spanning drama, talk, culinary, lifestyle and more.
Lisa LoCicero Honors Randolph Mantooth, Remembers a Soap Studio Icon
General Hospital's Lisa LoCicero posted a heartfelt Instagram tribute to the late Randolph Mantooth, the Emmy-winning actor known for Emergency! and his soap work on Loving/The City. She recalled their on-screen kiss and his mentorship in her early TV years, calling him a life-changing figure. Fellow soap stars Jessica Collins and Laura Wright echoed tributes as tributes flowed in following Mantooth's death on July 9 at age 80. Mantooth's career spanned Loving/The City and General Hospital, leaving a lasting impact on the daytime community.
Jason Morgan Returns Hardened for General Hospital’s 16,000th Episode
General Hospital marks its 16,000th episode with Steve Burton back as Jason Morgan, a changed man after his imprisonment abroad; the comeback intensifies as Josslyn’s shooting cover-up and ongoing WSB custody drama ripple through Port Charles, setting up reunions with Danny and Rocco and a potentially complicated romance with Britt after she learns she isn’t dying from Huntington’s disease, with producers and Burton hinting a fresh, consequential direction for the character.
John Oliver Signs on for Dual Soap Roles on General Hospital and Days of Our Lives
John Oliver revealed on Last Week Tonight that he will appear on two daytime soaps, General Hospital and Days of Our Lives. General Hospital will feature a three-episode arc airing July 2, 3, and 6, while Days of Our Lives will air his appearances on August 11, 12, and 14. Oliver has already taped a week of DOOL episodes and described the gig as a huge honor; ABC confirmed a significant guest role on GH and praised his performance, fulfilling his fan-backed dream of joining a soap world.
John Oliver Takes Center Stage in General Hospital and Days of Our Lives
John Oliver will appear in substantial guest roles on General Hospital (July 2, 3, 6) and Days of Our Lives (Aug. 11, 12, 14), fulfilling his long-running dream to act in soaps; producers praise his professionalism and say he’ll play an integral, face-forward character that intersects with ongoing Port Charles storylines.
John Oliver Lands Week-Long Cameo on Days of Our Lives
John Oliver will guest-star for a week on NBC’s Days of Our Lives, taping a run that will air August 11, 12 and 14, after his earlier plan to appear in a three-episode arc on General Hospital (July 2–4). Oliver noted his terms for the role and praised the soap’s legacy, joining a lineage of notable guest stars on the long-running series.
John Oliver to Guest Star on General Hospital for a Three-Episode Arc
ABC's General Hospital will feature John Oliver in a three-episode arc airing July 2, 3 and 6, after he announced the casting on Last Week Tonight; executive producer Frank Valentini praised him as prepared and funny, and Oliver called it an honor to be part of the long-running soap, which airs weekdays on ABC and streams on Hulu.
John Oliver Joins Port Charles: A Dream Come True on General Hospital
Comedian John Oliver will appear in a significant three‑episode guest stint on ABC’s General Hospital after publicly pleading to join a daytime soap; his first episode airs Thursday, with two more episodes to follow, and GH producers praise his professionalism and impact on the story.
John Oliver Lands Three-Episode Guest Run on General Hospital
Comedian John Oliver will guest star on ABC's General Hospital in a three-episode arc starting July 2, following an on-air plea to appear on a soap opera. The yet-unnamed role is described as significant, with Oliver aiming for a juicy storyline and the show praising his professionalism and humor on set.
Dean Martin’s blunt ‘Run’ redirected John Stamos toward TV stardom
John Stamos sought career guidance from Dean Martin about leaving General Hospital to pursue comedy, and Martin’s blunt answer—“Run”—allegedly pushed him away from soap operas and toward the television roles that would eventually lead to Full House, with context about Martin’s solitary dining habits provided by his daughter; Stamos’s path after the advice included notable TV credits and ultimately enduring fame.
Kirsten Storms Teases Maxie’s Next Chapter
Kirsten Storms discusses her future as Maxie on General Hospital, teasing upcoming storylines and whether she will remain on the soap.