'GH' Scribes on Franco and Elizabeth: "We're Not Trying to Rip Apart This Nice Couple"

Will Elizabeth be torn between two men on General Hospital?

Is Dr. Griffin Monro (Matt Cohen) going to come between Franco Baldwin (Roger Howarth) and Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst) on General Hospital?

GH Co-Head Writers Shelly Altman and Jean Passanante answered that very question in the January 2, 2017 issue of Soap Opera Digest.

Tom Baker Bites the Dust on 'General Hospital'

Tom Baker will soon turn up dead on General Hospital

Tom Baker (Don Harvey) will soon turn up dead on General Hospital, but who is responsible for putting viewers out of their misery?

I imagine Franco (Roger Howarth) will find himself a prime suspect, but do we really think he is guilty? I say Tom's brother Seth (Michael Rodrick) will turn out to be the culprit.

General Hospital can't please everybody, but I had become a huge fan of Franco and Elizabeth's (Rebecca Herbst) romance. Herbst creates magic with all of her scene partners, but she is particularly good with Howarth.

The sooner the focus returns to their love story, the happier I will be.

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Don Harvey On Rebecca Herbst: "I Had Such a Crush on Her"

Rebecca Herbst

Although I am not a fan of his current story, there isn't any denying that Don Harvey, who plays Elizabeth's (Rebecca Herbst) rapist on General Hospital, is doing a great job.

Harvey also happens to be a huge fan of Herbst, like I am.

Monday on 'General Hospital'

Elizabeth opens up to Griffin on General Hospital

Tomorrow, on the Monday December 12 episode of General Hospital, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) confides in Griffin (Matt Cohen). What will she open up about?

Meanwhile, Franco (Roger Howarth) uses Kiki (Hayley Erin) in his plot against Tom Baker (Don Harvey). Will she find herself in danger?

In other news, Nina (Michelle Stafford) considers expanding her staff at Crimson, and Jason (Billy Miller) catches on to the secret Sonny (Maurice Benard) is keeping from Carly (Laura Wright).

Finally, Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) confirms that he and Lulu (Emme Rylan) are Charlotte's parents. Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) attacks Valentin, who claims he is as much a victim of the situation as Lulu is.

Will Griffin Come Between Elizabeth and Franco on 'General Hospital' (Promo)

Is Dr.Griffin Monro (Matt Cohen) going to come between Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst) and Franco Baldwin (Roger Howarth) on General Hospital?

It looks like that is a possibility based on a new GH promo released exclusively to TVLine.

The promo claims that Franco's story is headed for disaster. Will Dr. Monro swoop in and take Elizabeth for himself?

Meanwhile, Nelle and Michael (Chloe Lanier and Chad Duell), Jordan, Curtis, and Andre (Vinessa Antoine, Donnell Turner and Anthony Montgomery), Maxie and Nathan (Kirsten Storms and Ryan Paevey), and Kiki and Dillon (Hayley Erin and Robert Palmer Watkins) find themselves in various romantic entanglements.

You can watch the promo below:

Don Harvey Joins 'General Hospital' as Tom Baker

Actor Don Harvey, has been cast in the role of Tom Baker on ABC daytime drama General Hospital, according to Soap Opera Digest.

Tom is the man who raped Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) when she was a teenager, and  was last seen in 1998. The role was previously played by James Sloyan.

Harvey's credits include Blue Bloods, The Blacklist, and Medium.

Harvey is scheduled to first appear next week.

'General Hospital' Spoilers (June 13-June 17, 2016)

Check out the weekly spoilers below to find out what's happening on ABC soap opera General Hospital during the week of June 13, 2016.

* Finn's (Michael Easton) condition worsens, and he later refuses to explain his behavior.

* Nina (Michelle Stafford) propositions Franco (Roger Howarth).

* Julian (William deVry) is defended by Nina.

* Jason (Billy Miller) is surprised by the information that Sam (Kelly Monaco) has gathered.

'General Hospital' June 6 Sneak Peek: Franco Offers to Help Elizabeth Destroy Hayden

(ABC/Rick Rowell)

Tomorrow on the June 6, 2016 episode of General Hospital, Franco (Roger Howarth) offers to help Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) nab Hayden (Rebecca Budig). Franco tells Elizabeth, "If you're looking to destroy a rival, you've come to the right guy."

Meanwhile, Robin Riker debuts as Hayden's mother Naomi Dreyfus, and her character doesn't receive a warm welcome. Hayden asks Naomi, "What are you even doing here?"

In other Port Charles news, Nathan (Ryan Paevey) finally opens up to Maxie (Kirsten Storms), Lucas (Ryan Carnes) remembers someone trying to kill him, and Jason (Billy Miller) and Sam (Kelly Monaco) try to figure out what happened to Nikolas (Tyler Christopher).

You can watch a sneak peek below:

'General Hospital' June 20 Episode Photo Gallery Preview

Do you want to know what is going to happen on the June 20 episode of General Hospital? Thanks to the kind folks at ABC, we have photo evidence of some of the action set to take place in Port Charles!

The episode features hunky Dr. Griffin Monroe (Matt Cohen), Franco (Roger Howarth) and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst),  Jason (Billy Miller) and Sam (Kelly Monaco), Hayden (Rebecca Budig), Nina (Michelle Stafford), and Dillon (Robert Palmer Watkins), and newcomer Huxley (Trent Dawson). You can take a look at the photos below.

All photos courtesy of (ABC/Rick Rowell)

'General Hospital' Promo: GH Summer Is Here!

A new promo for General Hospital has been released, and the sizzling, searing, scorchers are set to begin.

Maxie (Kirsten Storms) asks Nathan (Ryan Paevey) if he killed someone, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) tells Hayden (Rebecca Budig) she is going down, and Julian (William Devry) believes Finn (Michael Easton) tried to kill Lucas (Ryan Carnes).

You can watch the promo below:

'General Hospital' Spoilers (May 23-May 27, 2016)

Check out the weekly spoilers below to find out what's happening on ABC soap opera General Hospital during the week of May 23, 2016.

* The Nurses' Ball begins.

* Obrecht (Kathleen Gati) plots to disrupt the festivities.

* Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) issues a warning to Nikolas (Tyler Christopher).

* Dillon (Robert Palmer Watkins) learns something interesting about Tracy (Jane Elliot).

* Jordan (Vinessa Antoine) makes an arrest.

* Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) makes a surprising call.

* Paul (Richard Burgi) and Ava (Maura West) play a game of cat and mouse.

* Anna (Finola Hughes) says a final goodbye to Duke.

* Elizabeth is publicly humiliated.

* Ava (Maura West) and Carly (Laura Wright) face off.

* Michael (Chad Duell) learns disturbing information.

* Curtis becomes a hero.

* A dead body is found.

'General Hospital' May 4 Sneak Peek: Nathan and Griffin Square off!

Nathan and Griffin square off.

Today on the May 4, 2016 episode of General Hospital, Nathan (Ryan Paevey) and Griffin (Matt Cohen) square off.

Meanwhile, Anna (Nancy Lee Grahn) reaches her breaking point, and Jason (Billy Miller) makes demands of Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst).

Elsewhere, Franco (Roger Howarth) confides his emotional trauma to a sympathetic ear.

Rebecca Herbst Back as Elizabeth on 'General Hospital'

Rebecca Herbst

Rebecca Herbst signed a contract to continue in her popular role of Elizabeth Webber, and soon the popular actress will be back in Port Charles!

Herbst is back at work, and she will first be seen on May 4.

'General Hospital' Finds Its New Jake

Hudson West

Hudson West has been cast in the role of Jake Spencer, Liz (Rebecca Herbst) and Jason's (Billy Miller) son. Hudson replaces James Nigbor in the role.

West is slated to make his first appearance on April 25. His list of credits include Grace and Frankie, American Crime Story, and Modern Family..

General Hospital Promo: Deep Dark Secrets and Dirty Double Crossers

General Hospital has released its newest promo for the week of March 28, 2016, and Kristina (Lexi Ainsworth) asks Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) the question, "Would it be so bad if I'm gay?"

Meanwhile, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) slaps Hayden (Rebecca Budig) across the face, while Hayden reminds an indignant Nikolas (Tyler Christopher) he tried to have her killed.

Elsewhere, Nina (Michelle Stafford) realizes that Julian (William DeVry) is the one out to destroy Crimson.

'General Hospital' March 28 Sneak Peek: Elizabeth Tells Laura the Truth About Hayden

Elizabeth tells Laura the truth about Hayden.

Tomorrow, on the March 28 episode of General Hospital, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) tells Laura (Genie Francis) the truth about Hayden (Rebecca Budig).

Meanwhile, Nikolas (Tyler Christopher) brings Sam (Kelly Monaco) up to date about Hayden, while Tracy (Jane Elliot) has a plan for ELQ that involves her secret weapon.

Elsewhere, Ava (Maura West) asks for help from an unlikely person.

Rebecca Herbst Opens Up About Her Decision to Remain on 'General Hospital'

Rebecca Herbst

Soap superstar Rebecca Herbst has signed a new contract to continue playing Elizabeth Webber on General Hospital, a role she originated in 1997. Herbst recently sat down with Soap Opera Digest to discuss her relief at staying with the show, the love she feels for her fans, the possibility that she may have joined another daytime soap, her close friendship with Kelly Monaco, and when she will start taping at General Hospital again.

Herbst tells Digest about her contract negotiations, "It was the most stressful negotiation I have probably ever been through. I feel totally relieved and I definitely feel like I've made the right decision, so I'm at peace with everything that's happened."

The actress wants her fans to know, "Those diehard, loyal fans that have been with this show as long as I have been or even longer, I really felt their genuine support, not only for Elizabeth, but for me, as well. It just made me feel really good that it wasn't all about, "Oh, Becky, we want you to stay on the show." It was, "You do what's best for your family, and if that means moving on, we'll click on another show to watch you." And that sort of support, you just don't find every day. It made me feel very loved."

She appreciates the interest that came from another soap, "Yeah, definitely. It feels really good to have somebody tell you that they would be thrilled to have you join their team. Everybody wants to be appreciated. Everybody wants to be wanted. And having options like that is a confidence-builder, I'd say! But when I weigh the two, between going out and finding a new job versus staying put with my GH family, being with your family is hard to pass up. And I really do love the people I work with."

Rebecca Herbst as Elizabeth

If she departed the soap, it wasn't because of her story, "I can tell you this, it wasn't about storyline. I know there's been a lot of speculation that I didn't like the story, that I didn't want to be part of "Liason" or I didn't want to work with Sam-- there's just been a whole bunch of speculation about me not liking the storyline and that is not true. I even read a tweet the other day that said, "Is it true you don't want to be part of "Liason" and you want Jake aged to a teenager?" Uh No! That's not true! The last thing I want is a teenaged kid, that's for sure! And that whole "Liason" thing is awesome and I hope they keep the storyline going. So, it wasn't about story. It just came down to the business side of it, which can be nasty. It's hard when you fight with your family, and of course, ABC wants what's best for them and I want what's best for my family, and that doesn't always mean the same thing."

Herbst hasn't started taping again at GH "No, I have not. I left [March 8];that was my last day because my contract was up. They had not written me out; there were no scenes that suggested that Elizabeth was going away and not coming back because nobody thought that it would get to this point of me almost leaving. I was with Nikolas one day and I said, "Oh, the hospital's calling, I gotta run." And that was it [laughs]!"

Kelly Monaco as Sam with Rebecca Herbst as Elizabeth

She has heard from many of her friends from the show, "Oh, yeah. The only people that I texted from the cast were Kelly Monaco (Sam)-- because believe it or not, we are actually friends-- and Jane Elliot (Tracy), because she's like a mom to me. I just adore those two girls and they have literally been with me every step of the way for this contract negotiation. They've seen me cry, they've seen me get mad, and they've been through it with me, so I wanted to let them know right away that a deal had been reached. Kelly texted me back with a picture of a little cartoon girl that looks like herself holding a sign that says, "Team Awesome."

Elizabeth may be off screen for a bit, while she is written back into the story, "I actually have a couple of weeks off. We're dark for one of the weeks, but because this negotiation went right up to the last minute, they did have to stop writing for me for a little bit. I might not even be back [taping] until the second week of April, so Elizabeth is going to disappear for a little bit on your screens. They are going to try to sprinkle me in, but outlines have already been written, so I don't know how much they can actually put me in."

You can read the complete interview in the April 4, 2016 issue of Soap Opera Digest, on sale now.

'General Hospital' March 23 Sneak Peek: Elizabeth Wants Answers from Hayden

Elizabeth wants answers from Hayden

Today on the March 23 episode of General Hospital, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) does some snooping, and confronts Hayden (Rebecca Budig). Elizabeth is determined to find out what Hayden is hiding.

Meanwhile, Laura (Genie Francis) learns the origin of the key Helena left her.

Elsewhere, Kristina (Lexi Ainsworth) confronts Sonny (Maurice Benard).


You can watch a sneak peek below

'General Hospital' March 16 Sneak Peek; Franco Must Defend His Friendship With Elizabeth to an Angry Nina

Today on the March 16 Episode of General Hospital, Franco (Roger Howarth) must defend his friendship with Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) and Jake to an angry Nina (Michelle Stafford).

Meanwhile, Maxie (Kirsten Storms) and Dillon (Robert Palmer Watkins) are horrified by what they see, and Sonny (Maurice Benard) tries to find out what's going on with Kristina (Lexi Ainsworth).

Rebecca Herbst Signs New Deal to Remain at 'General Hospital'

TV Insider is confirming that Rebecca Herbst has signed a multi-year deal to continue in the role of Elizabeth Webber on General Hospital.

"I felt so bad that I couldn’t interact with the fans and answer all their questions, but you’re not allowed to talk when these contract things are going on," Herbst explained. "That’s just the way it is. There was a lot of speculation that I was unhappy at GH, which was never the case. I love my job. I love the people I work with. By not saying something, I was kind of making it worse. It was so hard keeping quiet."

"When you work together with a company for this long of a period you become a family, and from that you fight like family," Herbst continued. "And we did fight! But a good thing came out of this. [Executive producer] Frank Valentini and I had a lot of heart-to-hearts, and I have a newfound respect for him and for how much he loves the show. I walked into his office thinking nobody could love GH as much as I do, but I can see that he really, honestly, wants this show to do well. And he got to know me a little better, as well. We can now see where the other is coming from, and we had never had that opportunity. We’d never had that kind of a meeting. So that was awesome."