Ryan Carnes Back to 'General Hospital'

Ryan Carnes with Parry Shen: Photo Credit/Brad Everett Young

Ryan Carnes is back in action as Dr. Lucas Jones on General Hospital, the latest issue of Soap Opera Digest is reporting.

Last seen several months ago, Lucas will show up on the December 27 episode of GH.  Is he back for Maxie's (Kirsten Storms) wedding? I certainly hope it is a happy occasion that brings him back!

General Hospital airs weekdays on ABC

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May Sweeps Spoilers For 'General Hospital'

The latest issue of Soap Opera Digest gives us a taste of what to expect during the month of May on General Hospital. Are you looking forward to what is coming up? Sound off below!

* The Nurses Ball' will be the showcase for a wedding, a character's return, and a shocking discovery.

* A life-and-death situation plays out at General Hospital.

* Sam (Kelly Monaco) and Jason (Billy Miller) face obstacles as they rebuild their relationship. A critical incident will bring Jason's past to the fore, and his connection to several people will be shaken up.

* Ava (Maura West) intends to reclaim custody of Avery, but Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Carly (Laura Wright) have other plans for her.

* Carly's concerns about Sonny's violent world is tested when Sonny takes a trip with Michael (Chad Duell).

* Lucas (Ryan Carnes) and Brad (Parry Shen) set a wedding date and plan a May wedding.

* Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) and Hayden (Rebecca Budig) find new reasons to hate each other.

* Griffin (Matt Cohen) will make a shocking revelation about his past.

* As Nathan (Ryan Paevey) and Maxie (Kirsten Storms) plan their wedding, Claudette continues to be an issue.

* Finn (Michael Easton) takes on a new role at General Hospital. He gains a powerful enemy, and secrets from his past may be revealed.

* Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Lulu (Emme Rylan) will make a decision as they continue to get their life back on track.

* Having recovered from her illness, Tracy (Jane Elliot) has an opportunity to do things differently in her life.

* Laura's (Genie Francis) search for an answer to Helena's riddle will take her down a potentially dangerous path.

* Dillon (Robert Palmer Watkins) will prove to be a good friend to Kiki (Hayley Erin). When Morgan (Bryan Craig) makes a big statement to Kiki, the nature of two relationships may change.

* Franco's (Roger Howarth) surprising friendship with Elizabeth will be put to the test.

* Nikolas (Tyler Christopher) has a huge surprise for Hayden that will impact their marriage.

* Curtis (Donnell Turner) and Valerie (Brytni Sarpy) grow closer, but he continues to worry about Hayden.

* Kristina (Lexi Ainsworth) will begin a relationship she hopes will clarify her sexuality. Parker remains in her thoughts and heart.

* Andre (Anthony Montgomery) and Jordan (Vinessa Antoine) take their relationship to the next level, but a third party may get in their way.

* Sabrina (Teresa Castillo) sends a shocking message to Michael; he tries to find her before it's too late.

* Carly's desire to know the true circumstances about Jocelyn's kidney transplant, may turn up more than she wants to learn.

* Paul (Richard Burgi) will play a significant role in Carlos's actions post-capture, which will also have a huge impact on Anna (Finola Hughes).

* When Carlos's reappearance threatens their happiness, both Julian (William deVry) and Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) take drastic steps.

Five Characters Who NEED Storylines on 'General Hospital'

Five Characters Who NEED Storylines on General Hospital
By Carolyn LeVine Topol

Characters on soap operas cycle through their storylines. They are involved in a major drama, deal with all the fallout, and then see it to its conclusion. Some stories last longer than others and, generally, when the arc is complete, the central character(s) has a pause in his/her turmoil. However, the characters below have been off the front burner for far too long.

Genie Francis as Laura Spencer.

Laura Spencer (Genie Francis) - Veteran General Hospital actor, Genie Francis, is a strong actress who has demonstrated her ability to carry the most dramatic storylines. As Laura Spencer, there is no doubt Genie still has all the passion and moxie needed to hold her own with any curve ball thrown her character’s way. However, all we have seen recently is Laura as the supportive, advice-doling mother to Nikolas and Lulu. Laura was the woman who joined Luke Spencer (Anthony Geary) and Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers) to save the world and now we see her passively venturing from Wyndemere to lunch at the Metro Court and home again. I can only hope the key bequeathed to her by Helena Cassadine (Constance Towers) unlocks an exciting new storyline for the very underutilized talent.

Kristina Wagner as Felicia with Kirsten Storms as Maxie

Felicia Scorpio (Kristina Wagner) - Felicia captured our hearts as the young woman who had to masquerade as a young boy to hide in plain sight when she first arrived in Port Charles. In a short period of time, Felicia developed from ingénue to powerful woman. Her adventures, including discovery of an Aztec treasure as well as joining Robert Scorpio and Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) in several WSB adventures, were only matched by her fierce love of her husband(s) and children. Savvy, quick-witted Felicia should be playing a more prominent role in Anna’s storyline, if not one of her own. I wouldn’t mind seeing Felicia find her way to removing the current mayor and taking her rightful office. It certainly seems surprising that, even at Robin Scorpio’s (Kimberly McCullough) wedding, Felicia was relegated to a role marginally more than a nameless guest. Please let us see self-assured, Felicia, enjoy a more active role in Port Charles.

Ryan Carnes as Dr. Lucas Jones

Lucas Jones (Ryan Carnes) - Now that Dr. Patrick Drake (Jason Thompson) has moved across the country, apart from Dr. Monica Quartermaine (Leslie Charleson), Lucas is the doctor audiences are most familiar with at General Hospital. Unfortunately, we rarely get to see Lucas there, or anywhere of late. Although he was the best man at his birth father, Julian Jerome’s (William deVry), wedding, there seems to be little focus on Lucas himself. For a character who survived a difficult coming out storyline and learning his birth father is a mobster, Lucas seems to currently be leading a very uneventful life in Port Charles. Viewers know the newest doctor in the city, Griffin Munro (Matt Cohen), is a friend of Lucas’s, and fiancé, Brad Cooper (Parry Shen), is free to marry him, having gained his much-desired divorce. It would seem that between these two occurrences, coupled with his ex-mob boss father, Lucas would be involved in many active storylines. With the potential for the character of Lucas Jones, I hope we get to see much more from him soon.

Parry Shen as Brad Cooper with Ryan Carnes as Lucas

Brad Cooper (Parry Shen) - Parry has created the role of complex, funny, and heartwarming lab technician, Brad Cooper. His previous antics have been central in several storylines, yet the mystery behind his in-name-only marriage, a promising plot twist, has fallen by the wayside. In fact, viewers have seen so little of Brad, it appeared he had moved away from Port Charles. Now that fans know he has succeeded in gaining his divorce, enabling him to marry fiancé, Lucas Jones, we still have been denied any consequential screen time. It would be a huge asset to reignite the Brad/Lucas (“Brucas”) storyline and allow the audience to see these two finally marry — they have been engaged longer than most real life couples, let alone those in the soap opera world.

Kirsten Storms as Maxie with Kristina Wagner as Felicia

Maxie Jones (Kirsten Storms) - Kirsten has been a familiar, and welcome, face on more than one soap opera. She has developed the character of Maxie, bringing her to the status of playful, independent, and competent young woman. As the daughter of Felicia and Frisco Jones, Maxie would certainly have more than enough energy to take on a variety of challenges in Port Charles. From the humor and excitement of her non-marriage to Spinelli to the depth of emotions Maxie displayed as she fought for custody of her daughter, Maxie has proven herself to be a person to be respected. Maxie has now earned the position of assistant to Crimson’s new editor, Nina Lansing (Michelle Stafford). Unfortunately, all viewers see Maxie doing lately is supporting family and friends in whatever drama or tragedy they are experiencing—a younger version of Laura’s apparent role these days. It’s time for Maxie to get her own storyline once again. I’ve missed her as the petite force-to-be-reckoned-with woman who is a joy to watch.

Who do you think needs a story on General Hospital?  We would love to hear your thoughts.

'General Hospital' Preview: Brad is Focused on Lucas

Parry Shen as Brad Cooper and Ryan Carnes as Lucas Jones.

Brad wants to get intimate with Lucas at the hospital during the week of March 9-13, 2015, on ABC soap opera General Hospital.

"You're a piece of work," Lucas (Ryan Carnes) tells his love, a GH patient, while resisting the temptation to fool around at work.

"I'm a piece of something," Brad (Parry Shen) responds.

Later, Brad resigns himself to the fact that it's not happening.

"Fine, have it your say," Brad says. "It's just I can't help myself. I mean it. I've never felt this way. I can't focus on anything except you and us, every since you told me you love me."

Check out the new GH promo below for a sneak peek:

Parry Shen to Guest Star in 'NCIS: Los Angeles' on November 24

General Hospital star Parry Shen visits NCIS: Los Angeles on Monday, November 24.

General Hospital's Parry Shen (Brad Cooper) will guest star in NCIS: Los Angeles on November 24.

In the episode, titled "Traitor," after NCIS Assistant Director Owen Granger (Miguel Ferrer) is poisoned by the mole and Tech Operator Eric Beale (Barrett Foa) is one of the seven suspects, Operations Manager Henrietta "Hetty" Lange (Linda Hunt) orders a lockdown while everyone is investigated.

NCIS: LA also stars Chris O.Donnell, LL Cool J, Daniela Ruah, Eric Christian Olsen and
Renée Felice Smith.

Shen will be playing Ty. The other guest stars include Adam Bartley, Sarayu Rao, Dio Johnson, Victoria Garcia, Sonny Mario Ayon and Miguel Izaguirre.

The "Traitor" episode of NCIS: Los Angeles airs Monday, November 24 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

'General Hospital' Sneak Peek: Bobbie Reveals Lucas Went to Medical School

Brad is shocked when he finds out Lucas has a medical degree. Photo Credit: ABC

During the week of October 20-24, 2014 on ABC soap opera General Hospital, Bobbie (Jacklyn Zeman) reveals to a surprised Brad (Parry Shen) that Lucas (Ryan Carnes) not only has already completed four years of medical school, he was at the top of his class.

"After everything we shared when we first met, how similar our lives turned out to be, you didn't think to mention this?" Brad asks.

"Being a doctor isn't my thing," says Lucas.

Watch a GH sneak peek video below:

'General Hospital' Recap: May 12, 2014 (Monday) - Mr. Marbles Killed in Cold Wood

Ronn Moss and his band, Player, performed "Baby Come Back" at
the Nurses Ball.

General Hospital recap for Monday, May 12, 2014:

The Nurses Ball continued with the return of Blackie Parrish to Port Charles! Oh wait, that was just a red herring. After Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring) introduced Blackie, she found out that he was actually booked out of town and not actually in attendance. Luckily there was a member of the hospital staff that volunteered to go on stage instead: Brad Cooper (Parry Shen). Brad rocked Karmin's "Brokenhearted" while Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) danced and Lucas (Ryan Carnes) and Felix (Marc Anthony Samuel) awkwardly watched.

Nikolas (Tyler Chritopher) and Spencer (Nicolas J.Bechtel) arrived. Spencer was thrilled to see Britt. Cameron (Michael Leone) was less than thrilled to see Spencer, asking his rival what he was wearing. "It's just something I found lying around...Europe," Spencer snarked.