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Genie Francis to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2026 Daytime Emmys

Genie Francis, one of the most iconic actors in the history of daytime television, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at…

Roger Newcomb • September 04, 2026

General Hospital: The Lost Years and Renewal

By Michael Poirier Contributing Writer, We Love Soaps Insider Gloria Monty gets credit for taking General Hospital ’s anemic viewi…

We Love Soaps • August 21, 2026

'General Hospital' Will Honor Anthony Geary and the Legacy of Luke Spencer in Friday's Episode

General Hospital will pay tribute to daytime icon Anthony Geary in a special episode airing on Friday, February 20. The Emmy-win…

Roger Newcomb • February 19, 2026

FLASHBACK: 'General Hospital' Stars Anthony Geary & Genie Francis Host 'Fridays'

Fridays was ABC's weekly late-night live comedy show, which aired on Friday nights from April 11, 1980 to April 23, 1982. T…

Roger Newcomb • December 05, 2024

Today in Soap Opera History (April 13)

1979: Guiding Light's Diane uncovered revealing information. 1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy…

Roger Newcomb • April 13, 2019

Today in Soap Opera History (November 17)

1981: Luke and Laura were married on General Hospital . "The best prophet of the future is the past." ― Lord Byron …

Roger Newcomb • November 17, 2018

'General Hospital' Star Genie Francis Reflects on the Life of Laura Spencer (Video)

Emmy-winning General Hospital star Genie Francis sits down with Home & Family's Will Keck to break down her return to P…

Roger Newcomb • November 01, 2018

Genie Francis Returning to 'General Hospital' This Fall

Genie Francis is returning to General Hospital this fall, after leaving the show early in 2018. Her agent Arthur Toretzky said…

Roger Newcomb • July 31, 2018

Today in Soap Opera History (April 13)

1979: Guiding Light's Diane uncovered revealing information. 1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy…

Roger Newcomb • April 13, 2018

Genie Francis Taken Off Contract at 'General Hospital'

ABC daytime soap opera General Hospital has decided not to renew the contract of actress Genie Francis, according to Daytime Conf…

Roger Newcomb • January 22, 2018

Today in Soap Opera History (November 17)

1981: Luke and Laura were married on General Hospital . "History is a vast early warning system." ― Norman Cousins …

Roger Newcomb • November 17, 2017

Today in Soap Opera History (April 13)

1979: Guiding Light's Diane uncovered revealing information. 1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy…

Roger Newcomb • April 13, 2017

Today in Soap Opera History (November 17)

1981: Luke and Laura were married on General Hospital . "More and more, I tend to read history. I often find it more up t…

Roger Newcomb • November 17, 2016

'General Hospital' Star Emme Rylan Dishes Possible Cassadine Baby and More!

Emme Rylan Fan fave Emme Rylan talked about her portrayal of Lulu on General Hospital and all the wacky things that implies! S…

Akbi Khan • August 23, 2016

Today in Soap Opera History (April 13)

1979: Guiding Light's Diane uncovered revealing information. 1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy…

Roger Newcomb • April 13, 2016

NEWS: Genie Francis, Kate del Castillo, Hayden Panettiere, Nancy Lee Grahn, Laura Dern, Jonathan Wrather, Paul Lee

General Hospital's Genie Francis: On Losing Weight and Loving Life In a new Mind Your Body with Stephanie Stephens video, F…

We Love Soaps • January 10, 2016

'General Hospital' Spoilers (January 4-8, 2016)

Johnny thinks "revenge sex" is a great way to start 2016. Check out the day-to-day spoilers and a sneak peek video b…

We Love Soaps • January 01, 2016

'General Hospital' Spoilers (December 28, 2015-January 1, 2016)

Spinelli reconnects with Jason. Check out the day-to-day spoilers and a sneak peek video below to find out what's happening…

We Love Soaps • December 26, 2015

'General Hospital' Spoilers (December 21-25, 2015)

"We mutually decided to end things," Sam explains to Jake about her relationship with Patrick. Check out the day-to-…

We Love Soaps • December 18, 2015

'General Hospital' Spoilers (December 14-18, 2015)

The Nutcracker Gala kicks off with big style. Check out the day-to-day spoilers and a sneak peek video below to find out what&…

We Love Soaps • December 11, 2015