document_title: Children of General Hospital

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text: Children of General Hospital

text: Current characters[edit]

text: Scout Cain[edit]

text:
Scout CainGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Lori and Sevan Andonian (2017) Palmer and Poe Parker (2017—)Duration
2017—First appearance
February 28, 2017Created by
Shelly AltmanJean PassananteIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Emily Scout Morgan (birth name)Residence
Harborview Towers122 Harbor View Drive, PH #2Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Quartermaine  Jerome  CassadineFather
Drew CainMother
Sam McCallStepfather
Jason Morgan (2017–18)Half-brothers
Oscar NeroDanny MorganHalf-sisters
Lila McCallGrandfathers
Alan Quartermaine  Julian Jerome  Cody McCall (illegal)Grandmothers
Susan Moore  Betsy Frank (foster)  Alexis Davis  Evelyn Bass (illegal)Uncles
A. J. Quartermaine  Jason Morgan  Franco Baldwin (foster)  Lucas Jones  Leo Falconeri  Danny McCall (illegal)Aunts
Skye Quartermaine (adoptive)  Emily Quartermaine (adoptive)  Kristina Davis  Molly LansingFirst cousins
Michael Corinthos  Lila Rae Alcazar (adoptive)  Jake Webber  Danny MorganOther relatives
Edward Quartermaine  Lila Quartermaine  Tracy Quartermaine  Ned Quartermaine  Dillon Quartermaine  Brook Lynn Ashton  Ava Jerome  Kiki Jerome  Avery Corinthos  Nikolas Cassadine  Spencer Cassadine  Heather Webber  Steve Webber  Franco Baldwin  Sonny Corinthos (godfather)  Carly Corinthos (godmother)

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text: Emily Scout Cain is the daughter of Drew Cain and Sam McCall. She was born onscreen in February 2017. She is named in honor of her adoptive aunt, Emily Quartermaine.

text: Charlotte Cassadine[edit]

text:
Charlotte CassadineGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Scarlett FernandezDuration
2016—First appearance
October 13, 2016Created by

Shelly Altman
Jean Passanante
Introduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names

Charlotte Boland
Charlotte Beaulieu
Genevieve LeBlanc[3]
Residence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily

Cassadine
Spencer
Webber
Father
Valentin CassadineMother
Lulu SpencerAdoptive mother
Claudette Beaulieu (surrogate)Stepfather
Dante Falconeri (2016—)Stepmother
Nina Reeves (2016—)Half-brothers
Rocco FalconeriGrandfathers

Mikkos Cassadine
Luke Spencer
Grandmothers
Laura SpencerUncles

Stavros Cassadine
Stefan Cassadine
Nikolas Cassadine
Lucky Spencer
Ethan Lovett
Aunts

Alexis Davis
Kristina Cassadine
First cousins

Nikolas Cassadine
Sam McCall
Kristina Davis
Molly Lansing
Spencer Cassadine
Cameron Webber (adoptive)
Jake Webber (legal)
Aiden Spencer
Other relatives

Helena Cassadine (step)
Danny Morgan
Scout Cain

text: Charlotte Honor Cassadine[4] is the daughter of Valentin Cassadine and Lulu Spencer, carried by Claudette Beaulieu. She was born from an embryo that Helena Cassadine created and tried to pass off as her son, Stavros' child with Lulu. Claudette realized that Valentin was dangerous after Charlotte was born, and took her on the run. She later asked her ex-husband, Nathan West, for help to protect them. Claudette tells Nathan that Charlotte is his daughter, but when a DNA test disproves it, Claudette claims her ex-lover, Griffin Munro, is actually Charlotte's father. When Claudette realizes Valentin has found her, she skips town, leaving Charlotte behind with Griffin. Valentin comes to town, and tells Griffin that he is Charlotte's father. Nathan also receives a note from Claudette, confirming that Valentin is Charlotte's father. Griffin petitions for custody of Charlotte; however, the judge grants full custody of Charlotte to Valentin. After Charlotte meets Lulu, she finds out the truth about Charlotte. Lulu petitions Valentin for custody, but Valentin is granted sole custody while Lulu is granted supervised weekly visits. Though Charlotte was distant from Lulu at first, the two started to grow closer. Months later, Valentin and Lulu now have shared custody of Charlotte.

text: Spencer Cassadine[edit]

text:
Spencer CassadineGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Caden & Nicholas Laughlin (2006)Nathan & Spencer Casamassima (2006–07)Lance Doven (2008) Rami Yousef (2009) Davin Ransom (2009–11)Nicolas Bechtel (2013—)Duration

2006–11
2013—
First appearance
February 20, 2006Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Charles Pratt, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren Phelps (2006)Frank Valentini (2013)Classification
Present, recurringProfileOther names
John Michael Jacks (birth name)Occupation
Prince of Greek nobilityResidence
France
showFamilyFamily
Cassadine  Webber  CorinthosFather
Nikolas CassadineMother
Courtney MatthewsStepmother
Hayden Barnes (2016)Grandparents
Stavros Cassadine  Laura Spencer  Mike Corbin  Janine MatthewsAunts and uncles
Lucky Spencer  Lulu Spencer  Sonny CorinthosFirst cousins
Cameron Webber (adoptive)  Jake Webber (legal)  Aiden Spencer  Charlotte Cassadine  Rocco Falconeri  Dante Falconeri Michael Corinthos (adoptive)  Kristina Davis  Morgan Corinthos  Lila McCall  Avery CorinthosOther relatives
Emily Quartermaine (godmother)  Sam McCall  Molly Lansing  Danny Morgan  Scout Cain

text: Spencer Alexi Nikolosovich Cassadine is the son of Nikolas Cassadine and Courtney Matthews, born in February 2006. He was originally believed to be the son of Jasper "Jax" Jacks, and Jax decides to keep the secret after Courtney dies. He named the baby John Michael Jacks, in honor of Jax and Courtney's fathers. Robin Scorpio learns the truth and announces it at the baby's christening. Nikolas renames the baby Spencer Cassadine, in honor of his siblings Lucky and Lulu Spencer. Spencer is kidnapped soon after by his nanny, Colleen McHenry. Before Nikolas can rescue Spencer, he is taken by Helena Cassadine from Colleen. Nikolas and Emily Quartermaine eventually rescue him. Spencer left town with his father, and later returned with his great-grandmother, Lesley Webber.

text: On his 10th birthday party, Spencer is injured when a fire breaks out, suffering burns and smoke inhalation. Spencer is treated for his injuries, and recovers. After Nikolas was presumed dead, Spencer is now under the care of his grandmother, Laura Spencer. Spencer asks Laura to let him go to boarding school in France, as Nikolas had planned to enroll Spencer there. Laura agrees, and Spencer leaves for boarding school in France. He returns the following summer, intent on getting revenge on Valentin Cassadine, the man who murdered Nikolas. He ends up getting kidnapped again by Garvey, who was trying to draw out Sonny Corinthos, Spencer's uncle. Spencer manages to escape, though, and Laura decides to send him back to boarding school for his own safety.

text: Avery Corinthos[edit]

text:
Avery CorinthosGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Harper and Presley Carlson (2014)  Ava and Grace Scarola (2014—)Celesta DeAstis (2018)Duration
2014—First appearance
November 4, 2014Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Avery Jerome-CorinthosJaime SummersAvery Jerome A. J. QuartermaineResidence
Greystone Manor120 Shoreline RoadPort Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Corinthos  JeromeFather
Sonny CorinthosMother
Ava JeromeStepmother
Carly Corinthos (2015—)Half-brothers
Dante Falconeri  Michael Corinthos (adoptive)  Morgan CorinthosHalf-sisters
Kiki Jerome  Kristina Davis  Lila McCallGrandparents
Mike Corbin  Adela Corinthos  Victor Jerome  Delia RyanUncles
Ric Lansing  Dino Antoinelli  Evan Jerome  Julian Jerome  Johnno RyanAunts
Courtney Matthews  Olivia St. JohnNephews
Rocco Falconeri  Jonah Corinthos (adoptive)First cousins
Molly Lansing  Spencer Cassadine  Evan Jerome, Jr.  Sam McCall  Lucas Jones  Leo Falconeri  Owen RyanOther relatives
Danny Morgan  Scout Cain

text: Avery Corinthos[5] is the daughter of Sonny Corinthos and Ava Jerome. Avery was born onscreen in November 2014, and kidnapped by Nina Reeves and Franco Baldwin. They relocate to Canada, where Avery is rescued, and returned to her mother. At the time she was born, it was not known whether Sonny or his son Morgan, was the father. A DNA test eventually established Sonny as the father. When both her parents were in prison, Avery was primarily raised by her siblings, Morgan and Kiki Jerome. Sonny was released, and took custody of Avery. However, his son, Michael, sued for and won full custody of Avery. He later gave Avery back to Sonny. When Ava was released, Avery's parents went to court for custody. The judge granted Ava sole custody of Avery, with Sonny getting supervised visits. When Ava started being threatened, she gave Avery back to Sonny to keep her safe.Ava then tried to take Avery back but was blackmailed by Carly with the sex tape of her and Paul Hornsby with Paul treating to send Ada to jail with his recording of her admitting to killing Connie. After a lot of begging Sonny finally relents and gives Ava limited visitation with Avery only for Ava to lose it all over again after Sonny and Carly learned about Ava's part in Morgan's death. That was until May 2018 when Ava blackmailed Sonny into giving her joint custody after Avery was reported missing.

text: Jonah Corinthos[edit]

text:
Jonah CorinthosGeneral Hospital characterDuration
2018—First appearance
July 31, 2018Created by
Shelly AltmanChris Van EttenIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Wiley Cooper-JonesResidence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Quartermaine  Spencer  Corinthos (adoptive)Father
Michael CorinthosMother
Nelle BensonAdoptive parents
Brad Cooper (illegal)  Lucas Jones (illegal)Grandfathers
A. J. Quartermaine  Sonny Corinthos (adoptive)  Frank BensonGrandmothers
Carly CorinthosUncles
Dante Falconeri (adoptive)  Morgan CorinthosAunts
Kristina Davis (adoptive)  Lila McCall (adoptive)  Josslyn Jacks  Avery Corinthos (adoptive)First cousins
Rocco Falconeri (adoptive)Other relatives
Jason Morgan  Drew Cain  Courtney Matthews (adoptive)

text: Jonah Corinthos is the son of Michael Corinthos and Nelle Benson. He was born offscreen in July 2018.

text: Emma Drake[edit]

text:
Emma Scorpio-DrakeGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Ruby & Rose Romero (2008)Jessie & Gianna Salvatierra (2009–10)Francesca Cistone (2010–11)Brooklyn Rae Silzer[6] (2011—)Duration
2008—First appearance
November 3, 2008Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren PhelpsClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Amelia Everett-AshtonResidence
Berkeley, California
showFamilyFamily
ScorpioFather
Patrick DrakeMother
Robin ScorpioBrothers
Noah DrakeHalf-brothers
Gabriel SantiagoGrandparents
Noah Drake  Mattie Drake  Robert Scorpio  Anna DevaneAunts and uncles
Matt Hunter  Peter August[7] Leora HaywardOther relatives
Mac Scorpio  Maxie Jones (step)  Georgie Jones (step)  Aidan Devane  Damian Spinelli (godfather)  Maxie Jones (godmother)

text: Emma Grace Scorpio-Drake is the daughter of Patrick Drake and Robin Scorpio. The role is most notably played by child actress, Brooklyn Rae Silzer, who won a Young Artist Award in 2013 for Best Young Actress 10 And Under In A TV Series, for her role as Emma.[8] She was born onscreen in November 2008. When Emma comes down with a fever, she and Robin get stranded in a snowstorm when she tries to take her to a doctor. Robin leaves her in the care of Maxie Jones, who brings Emma to the hospital where she is diagnosed with pneumonia. When Lisa Niles became obsessed with Patrick, she kidnapped Emma many times, but Robin and Patrick managed to save her. After Robin is presumed dead in a lab explosion, Patrick raises Emma alone. Robin is alive and calls home, but Patrick believes Emma is playing pretend when she tells him about the phone call. Emma does not approve of her father's new girlfriend, Dr. Britt Westbourne, and Patrick breaks up with Britt when he realizes she has been treating Emma poorly. When Robin finally returns, Emma is excited to have her mother back. Robin left town again, and Emma was upset at losing her mother again. After Robin returned, she and Patrick reunited, and Emma and her parents relocated soon after to Berkeley, California.[9][10][11][12][13] Emma makes periodic returns with her mother, or to visit her grandmother, Anna Devane.[14][15][16][17]

text: Leo Falconeri[edit]

text:
Leo FalconeriGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by

Verity Jann (October 9, 2015)[18]
Silas and Ezra (2015)
Leo and Luca (2016–17)
Pressly James Crosby (2017–18)
Max Matenko (2018—)
Duration
2015—First appearance
October 8, 2015Created by
Shelly AltmanJean PassananteIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Mateo FalconeriResidence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
JeromeFather
Julian JeromeMother
Olivia FalconeriStepfather
Ned Quartermaine (2017—)Stepmother
Alexis Davis (2016)Half-brothers
Dante FalconeriLucas JonesHalf-sisters
Sam McCallGrandfathers
Victor JeromeGrandmothers
Talia FalconeriUncles
Dino AntoinelliEvan JeromeVito FalconeriVinnie FalconeriPhil FalconeriCosimo FalconeriAunts
Olivia St. JohnAva JeromeNephews
Danny MorganRocco FalconeriNieces
Lila McCallScout CainFirst cousins
Evan Jerome, Jr.Kiki JeromeAvery CorinthosTommy FalconeriOther relatives
Dante Falconeri  (godfather)Lulu Spencer-Falconeri (godmother)

text: Leonardo "Leo" Falconeri is the son of Julian Jerome and Olivia Falconeri. Olivia initially claimed Ned Quartermaine was the father to protect Leo from Julian's world. Leo was prematurely born onscreen in May 2015. Olivia and Ned, with the help of Dr. Liesl Obrecht, fake his death. Ned takes him out of town and Olivia follows shortly after. Olivia returns in August, and reveals that she named her son Leonardo. Olivia brings Leo to town, and lies that she adopted Leo and his name is Mateo. Alexis Davis is suspicious, and runs a DNA test. When Julian finds out, he heads off to confront Olivia. Eventually, they agree to joint custody of Leo only for him to lose it all over again after being blackmailed to going back to his criminal tactics by his sister, Olivia Jerome. Olivia eventually lets Julian be in Leo's life again after his recent release.

text: Rocco Falconeri[edit]

text:
Rocco FalconeriGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by

Nolan and Michael Webb (2013)
Diego and Mateo (2013–14)
Liam and Oliver Friedy (2014–15)
Charles and Ethan Losie (2015–16)
Mason Tannous (2016)
O’Neill Monahan (2017—)
Duration
2013—First appearance
September 9, 2013Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Ben Westbourne (birth name)  Cesar Faison IIResidence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Corinthos  Spencer  WebberFalconeriFather
Dante FalconeriMother
Lulu SpencerHalf-sisters
Charlotte CassadineGrandparents
Sonny Corinthos  Olivia Falconeri  Luke Spencer  Laura SpencerUncles
Michael Corinthos (adoptive)  Morgan Corinthos  Leo Falconeri  Nikolas Cassadine  Lucky Spencer  Ethan LovettAunts
Kristina Davis  Lila McCall  Avery CorinthosFirst cousins
Jonah Corinthos (adoptive)  Spencer Cassadine  Cameron Webber (adoptive)  Jake Webber (legal)  Aiden SpencerOther relatives
Nathan West  (godfather)

text: Rocco Falconeri is the son of Dante Falconeri and Lulu Spencer, carried by Britt Westbourne.  Britt originally passed the child off as the son of Patrick Drake. He was born onscreen in September 2013, and Britt later named him Ben. Soon after, Ben was kidnapped by Britt's mother, Dr. Liesl Obrecht. She took Ben to Cassadine Island, where he was rescued by Britt and Nikolas Cassadine. Elizabeth Webber notices that Ben and Dante have the same food allergy, and secretly runs a DNA test, confirming Dante is Ben's father. Britt lets Dante have shared custody of Ben, hoping to keep her secret from coming out. However, Elizabeth figures out the truth, and tells Lulu and Dante. Before they can claim their son, Obrecht kidnaps Ben to help Britt leave town with him. However, Britt turns her mother into the police, and Ben is rescued. Lulu and Dante are reunited with their son, whom they rename Rocco Falconeri.

text: Josslyn Jacks[edit]

text:
Josslyn JacksGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Jamie Lea Willett (2009) McKenna and Karleigh Larson (2009–12) Sarah Johnson (2012–13)[19]Paige Olivier (2013)[20]Hannah Nordberg (2014–15)[21]  Eden McCoy (2015–)Duration
2009–First appearance
November 3, 2009Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren PhelpsClassification
Present; regularProfileResidence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
SpencerFather
Jasper JacksMother
Carly CorinthosStepfather
Sonny Corinthos (2015–)Half-brothers
Michael Corinthos  Morgan CorinthosGrandfathers
John Jacks  John Durant Frank Benson (adoptive)Grandmothers
Jane Jacks Bobbie Spencer  Virginia Benson (adoptive)Aunts and uncles
Jerry Jacks  B. J. Jones (adoptive)  Lucas Jones (adoptive)  Nelle Benson (adoptive)Nephews
Jonah CorinthosOther relatives
Luke Spencer  Lucky Spencer  Ethan Lovett  Lulu Spencer  Cameron Webber (adoptive)  Jake Spencer (legal)  Aiden Spencer  Charlotte Cassadine  Rocco Falconeri  Jason Morgan (godfather)  Lulu Spencer-Falconeri (godmother)

text: Josslyn John Jacks is the daughter of Jasper "Jax" Jacks and Carly Corinthos. She was born onscreen in November 2009 later revised to 2002. After she was born, Claudia Zacchara tries to take the baby away from Carly, but is stopped when Josslyn's half-brother Michael Corinthos kills Claudia, saving Josslyn. Josslyn is christened, with Jason Morgan and Lulu Spencer as her godparents. When Josslyn is diagnosed with a rare form of kidney cancer, she is saved by a kidney donation from Jake Spencer after he is killed in a hit-and-run accident. Jax and Carly have a long custody battle over Josslyn, resulting in Carly winning sole custody. Jax's fury leads him to kidnap Josslyn, but he returns Josslyn to Carly. Josslyn is kidnapped by Dr. Ewen Keenan on orders from Jerry Jacks, Josslyn's uncle. Jerry injects Josslyn with a substance, and Josslyn is briefly hospitalized with a high fever. Jerry later reveals that he inoculated Josslyn against a poison that he put into the Port Charles water supply. She has had a troubled relationship with Sonny after he had Jax deported. Josslyn is now seeing a young boy named Oscar.

text: Danny Morgan[edit]

text:
Danny MorganGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Gage and Gavin (2012) Claire and Juliette (2012)Jaxon and Jakob Kring (2012–14)  Caden and Corben Rothweiler (2014–15)  Braiden and Dylan Kazowski (2015–16)  T.K. Weaver (2016—)Duration
2012—First appearance
June 1, 2012Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Jason Morgan, Jr.Victor Lord IIIResidence
Harborview Towers122 Harbor View Drive, PH #2Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Quartermaine  Jerome  CassadineFather
Jason MorganMother
Sam McCallStepfather
Drew Cain (2018)Half-brothers
Jake WebberHalf-sisters
Lila McCallScout CainGrandfathers
Alan Quartermaine  Julian Jerome  Cody McCall (illegal)Grandmothers
Susan Moore  Monica Quartermaine (adoptive) Alexis Davis  Evelyn Bass (illegal)Uncles
A. J. Quartermaine  Drew Cain  Lucas Jones  Leo Falconeri  Danny McCall (illegal)Aunts
Skye Quartermaine (adoptive) Emily Quartermaine (adoptive)  Dawn Winthrop (adoptive)  Kristina Davis  Molly LansingFirst cousins
Michael Corinthos  Lila Rae Alcazar (adoptive)  Oscar Nero  Scout CainOther relatives
Edward Quartermaine  Lila Quartermaine  Tracy Quartermaine  Ned Quartermaine  Dillon Quartermaine  Brook Lynn Ashton  Ava Jerome  Kiki Jerome  Avery Corinthos  Nikolas Cassadine  Spencer Cassadine  Heather Webber  Steve Webber  Franco Baldwin  Damian Spinelli (godfather)

text: Daniel Edward “Danny” Morgan is the son of Jason Morgan and Sam McCall. He was born onscreen in June 2012. Danny is initially believed to be the son of Sam's alleged rapist, Franco. He was switched at birth by Todd Manning and Heather Webber with Téa Delgado's stillborn son, Victor Lord III. Téa takes him home to Llanview. Jason later figures out Sam's baby was switched with Téa's. Meanwhile, Heather kidnaps "Victor," wanting the baby for herself. Jason and Sam rescue their son, and name him in honor of his adoptive uncle, Danny McCall, and great-grandfather, Edward Quartermaine. Danny is diagnosed with leukemia at the time of his first birthday. When Danny doesn't respond to treatment, Sam has to look for a bone marrow donor; she ends up finding a match in Derek Wells (who is actually Julian Jerome). Julian gives a bone marrow transplant, saving Danny's life.

text: Oscar Nero[edit]

text:
Oscar NeroGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Rio Mangini (2017) Garren Stitt (2017—)Duration
2017—First appearance
June 23, 2017Created by
Shelly AltmanJean PassananteIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileResidence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
QuartermaineParents
Drew Cain  Kim NeroStepmother
Sam McCall (2018)Half-sisters
Scout CainGrandparents
Alan Quartermaine  Susan Moore  Betsy Frank (foster)Uncles
A. J. Quartermaine  Jason Morgan  Franco Baldwin (foster)Aunts
Skye Quartermaine (adoptive)  Emily Quartermaine (adoptive)First cousins
Michael Corinthos  Lila Rae Alcazar (adoptive)  Jake WebberDanny MorganOther relatives
Edward Quartermaine  Lila Quartermaine  Tracy Quartermaine  Ned Quartermaine  Dillon Quartermaine  Brook Lynn Ashton  Heather Webber  Steve Webber  Franco Baldwin

text: Oscar Nero is a fictional character from the original ABC Daytime drama, General Hospital. Oscar is the previously unknown son of Drew Cain (Billy Miller) and Dr. Kim Nero (Tamara Braun).[22] The role was originated by Rio Mangini, who played Oscar for two episodes on June 23 and 26, 2017.[23][24] Due to Mangini joining the cast of the Netflix comedy Everything Sucks, the role was recast with Andi Mack actor Garren Stitt, who debuted a week later on July 7.[25]

text: Aiden Spencer[edit]

text:
Aiden SpencerGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Adrian & Brett Ritter (2010–11)Maximo & Finbar (2011)Titus Jackson (2011–12)  Jason David (2012—)Duration
2010—First appearance
July 19, 2010Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren PhelpsClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Aiden Alexi Niklosovich Cassadine (birth name)Aiden WebberResidence
The Brownstone1424 Elm Street, #12Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Spencer  HardyWebberFather
Lucky SpencerMother
Elizabeth WebberStepmother
Siobhan McKenna (2011)Half-brothers
Cameron Webber Jake WebberGrandparents
Luke Spencer Laura SpencerJeff Webber Carolyn Webber[26]Uncles
Nikolas CassadineEthan LovettSteve WebberAunts
Lulu SpencerSarah WebberHayden BarnesFirst cousins
Spencer CassadineCharlotte CassadineRocco Falconeri

text: Aiden Spencer is the son of Lucky Spencer and Elizabeth Webber. From 2011 to 2012, the role was played by Titus Jackson, real-life son to Jonathan Jackson, who played his on-screen father, Lucky.[27] Jason David took over the role in 2012.[19] He is born onscreen in July 2010. He was originally believed to be the son of Nikolas Cassadine, after Helena Cassadine switched a paternity test. Aiden was kidnapped by Franco from the hospital, and he gave Aiden to his mother. Lucky finds Aiden and returns him to Elizabeth and Nikolas. Elizabeth is suspicious of how much Aiden looks like Lucky and gets another DNA test, which shows Lucky is really his father. She tells Lucky and Nikolas months later, and Nikolas briefly kidnaps Aiden before returning him to Elizabeth and Lucky. When Aiden is diagnosed with Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), he receives a blood transfusion from his aunt Lulu, and fully recovers.

text: Georgie Spinelli[edit]

text:
Georgie SpinelliGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Elle and Eve Tanz (2013) Londyn and Teagan (2013–14)  Harper Rose Barash (2015)  Lily Fisher (2017—)[28][29]Duration

2013–15
2017—
First appearance
August 21, 2013Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Constanza Louise Falconeri II (birth name)Georgianna SpinelliResidence
Spinelli Apt. #203Portland, Oregon
showFamilyFamily
Scorpio/JonesFather
Damian SpinelliMother
Maxie JonesStepfather
Nathan West (2017–18)Half-brothers
James WestGrandparents
Frisco Jones  Felicia JonesMac Scorpio (step)Aunts
Georgie JonesOther relatives
Robin Scorpio (step)  Emma Drake (step)  Noah Drake (step)  Dante Falconeri (godfather)  Lulu Spencer-Falconeri (godmother)

text: Georgianna "Georgie" Spinelli is the daughter of Damian Spinelli and Maxie Jones. Maxie tried to pass her off as the daughter of Dante and Lulu Falconeri, whom she had agreed to be a surrogate for until she miscarried. Maxie gives birth via C-section; Dante and Lulu name the baby Constanza "Connie" Louise Falconeri, after Dante's late cousin, Connie Falconeri, and ask Maxie and Spinelli to be her godparents. At the christening, Brad Cooper arrives and tells Dante and Lulu that Connie is Maxie and Spinelli's biological daughter. After a custody battle, Spinelli is awarded full custody of baby Connie, while Maxie is not allowed to have any contact with her daughter for six months. In mid-December, Spinelli and his girlfriend, Ellie Trout move with Connie to Portland. Despite the court order, Spinelli takes the baby to say goodbye to Maxie and they rename her Georgie, after Maxie's late sister and Spinelli's good friend, Georgie Jones. Maxie was eventually granted visitation by the judge, and spends the holidays with Georgie. Spinelli and Georgie temporarily moved back to Port Charles when Spinelli was hoping to get a second chance with Maxie. However, he later reconciled with Ellie, and took Georgie back to Portland with Ellie. Maxie sees Georgie in Portland in 2017.

text: Cameron Webber[edit]

text:
Cameron WebberGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by

Uncredited (2004)
Uncredited (2004–05)
Ashwyn Bagga (2005–06)
Braeden Walkes (2006–12)
Michael Leone (2013–18)
Anthony Saliba (2013)
Cade McWatt (2018)
William Lipton (2018–)
Duration
2004–First appearance
June 18, 2004Created by
Robert Guza, Jr. and Charles Pratt, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren Phelps (2003)Frank Valentini (2018)Classification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Cameron SpencerResidence
The Brownstone1424 Elm Street, #12Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
HardyWebberParents
Zander SmithElizabeth WebberStepfather
Lucky Spencer (2005–07)[30]Half-brothers
Jake WebberAiden SpencerGrandfathers
Cameron LewisJeff WebberGrandmothers
Carolyn Webber[26]Uncles
Peter LewisSteve WebberAunts
Sarah WebberHayden BarnesOther relatives
Luke SpencerLaura SpencerNikolas CassadineEthan LovettLulu SpencerSpencer CassadineCharlotte CassadineRocco Falconeri

text: Cameron Steven Webber[31] is the biological son of Zander Smith and Elizabeth Webber.[32]

text: Casting[edit]

text: Ashwyn Bagga was cast as Cameron Steven Webber in 2004 until 2006. Braeden Walkes took over the role in 2006 until 2012. Michael Leone was cast as Cameron in 2013 and left in 2018. Anthony Saliba briefly portrayed the character as a temporary recast in 2013.[33] Cade McWatt took over the role on July 3, 2018.[34] In August 2018, it was announced that McWatt was let go from the series with William Lipton cast in the role.[35] McWatt made his last appearance on July 25, 2018, while Lipton made his first appearance on August 10, 2018.[36]

text: Background[edit]

text: Elizabeth is in a stormy marriage with Ric Lansing, and finds it hard to trust him due to his fascination for revenge against his brother, Sonny Corinthos. At one point, when Elizabeth miscarries his child, he blames Sonny and takes Sonny's pregnant wife, Carly, hostage, locking her in a panic room, and intends to give her unborn baby to Elizabeth to raise. Elizabeth finds out and is horrified by Ric's actions, causing a rift in their marriage. During this time, on Halloween 2003, she sleeps with Zander Smith for the second time and ends up pregnant. Due to Zander's dangerous lifestyle, Elizabeth and Ric (who had since reconciled) decide to raise the child together without Zander involved. Zander agrees to let Elizabeth and Ric raise his child. Elizabeth ends up divorcing Ric when she realizes that he won't let go of his obsession with Sonny. Soon after, Zander dies in a police shootout (more specifically suicide by cop). Before Zander died, Elizabeth agreed to name their son Cameron in honor of Zander's father, Cameron Lewis.

text: Storylines[edit]

text: Cameron was born on May 11, 2004 in California.[37] Elizabeth and baby Cameron, named after Zander's father Cameron Lewis, arrive in Port Charles a month later. Elizabeth raises him as a single mother. Cameron is often left in the care of Elizabeth's grandmother, Audrey Hardy while Elizabeth studies to become a certified nurse at General Hospital. When she married Lucky Spencer in 2005, he became the father figure in Cameron's life. Though they divorced in late 2007, and Lucky did not legally adopt him, Cameron considers Lucky to be his father.[30] Cameron accidentally sets Elizabeth's house on fire while playing with matches, landing Elizabeth in the hospital when she goes to rescue his little brother Jake. Lucky and Elizabeth decide to give their relationship another try in May 2009. As they kiss and make up, Cameron runs in, ecstatic because his "mom and dad are back together."[38]

text: Lucky breaks up with Elizabeth in January 2010 when he finds out she's been having an affair with his brother, Nikolas Cassadine. Elizabeth later tells Lucky that Cameron is asking for him, but she has no idea what to tell him. Lucky, who started drinking when he discovered Elizabeth's affair, decides to become sober to remain a father to Cam and Jake after Elizabeth is institutionalized in February 2010. Nikolas brings Cam and Jake to visit Elizabeth, and she tells Cam that she is going to have another baby. On July 19, 2010, Cameron's youngest brother Aiden Cassadine was born. In March 2011, Cameron's younger brother, Jake was believed to have died after being hit by a car. Cameron has a hard time dealing with his death, since he is young and confused. Lucky later finds out that Aiden is his biological son, not Nikolas', as they believed, and takes Cameron and Aiden on a camping trip. In January 2011, Cameron was on the bus during the General Hospital ski trip when it crashed, but avoids being severely injured. In 2012, Cameron begins to blames Elizabeth for Lucky leaving, and is upset with her. Cameron is later seen playing video games at Kelly's. In 2013, Cameron is seen with her mom and brother getting a visit and gifts from grandmother Laura. Cameron then attends his grandma's wedding to Scott Baldwin.

text: In 2014, Cameron and his cousin, Spencer Cassadine are fighting over who get's to be Emma Scorpio-Drake's boyfriend. On March 20, 2014, Cameron and Emma start "dating". Cameron and Emma plan to perform the tango at the Nurses' Ball and get instruction from Duke Lavery and Emma's grandmother, Anna Devane. They start to dance together the night of the Nurses' Ball, but their performance is interrupted by Spencer. Spencer introduces the band, Player, who sing the song "Baby Come Back" in dedication to Emma. Cameron is later seen helping Ric Lansing reconnect with his mother.[39] In 2015, Cameron goes to Spencer's birthday party, where he and Emma "break up" and he starts "dating" Josslyn (but they have since broken up as well). Before he leaves the party with Josslyn, he accidentally starts a fire that traps Emma and leaves Spencer with injuries. When Cameron finds out about the fire he freaks out and asks Ric to be his lawyer but he is told that he doesn't need one. At the 2015 Nurses' Ball, Cameron and Emma are set to perform the tango again but are interrupted yet again by Spencer, who throws sand bags on the stage.[40] It is eventually revealed that Cameron's brother, Jake is alive.

text: On June 7, 2017, Cameron is seen at GH with his mother because soccer got cancelled. Later on, his aunt Hayden shows up and offers to take him for the day.[41]  Then his cousin Spencershows up and the two bicker a little bit before they go out with Hayden.[42] She takes them to get a treat at the coffee kiosk but things get out of hand when they start arguing about Emma and that's when Spencer starts a food fight, which turns into a full on throwing match, that is stopped their grandma Laura.[43] In early August 2018, Cameron (Lipton) is caught stealing earbuds.[44]

text: Jake Webber[edit]

text:
Jake WebberGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Landon and Trey (2007)  Amanda, Miranda andMaryssa Jones (2007)  Edward and James Nigbor (2007–11)  James Nigbor (2015–16) Hudson West (2016—)[45]Duration

2007–11
2015—
First appearance
May 4, 2007Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Introduced by

Jill Farren Phelps (2007)
Frank Valentini (2015)
Spin-offappearances
General Hospital: Night ShiftClassification
Present; recurringProfileOther names
Jacob Martin Spencer (birth name)Jake MorganResidence
The Brownstone1424 Elm Street, #12Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Quartermaine  HardyWebber  Spencer (legal)Father
Jason Morgan  Lucky Spencer (legal)Mother
Elizabeth WebberStepmother
Sam McCall (2011–18)Half-brothers
Cameron Webber Aiden Spencer Danny MorganGrandfathers
Alan Quartermaine  Jeff Webber  Luke Spencer (legal)Grandmothers
Susan Moore  Monica Quartermaine (adoptive)  Carolyn Webber[26]  Laura Spencer (legal)Uncles
A. J. Quartermaine  Drew Cain  Steve Webber  Nikolas Cassadine (legal)  Ethan Lovett (legal)Aunts
Skye Quartermaine (adoptive)  Emily Quartermaine (adoptive)  Dawn Winthrop (adoptive)  Sarah Webber  Hayden Barnes  Lulu Spencer (legal)First cousins
Michael Corinthos Lila Rae Alcazar (adoptive)  Oscar Nero  Scout Cain Spencer Cassadine (legal)Charlotte Cassadine (legal)Rocco Falconeri (legal)Other relatives
Edward Quartermaine  Lila Quartermaine  Tracy Quartermaine  Ned Quartermaine  Dillon Quartermaine  Brook Lynn Ashton  Heather Webber  Steve Webber  Franco Baldwin  Jonah Corinthos  Bobbie Spencer (legal)  Carly Corinthos (legal)  Michael Corinthos (legal)  Morgan Corinthos (legal)  Josslyn Jacks (legal)  Nikolas Cassadine (godfather)  Emily Quartermaine (godmother)

text: Jacob Martin “Jake” Webber is the son of Jason Morgan and Elizabeth Webber.[46]

text: Storylines[edit]

text: Jason agrees to let Elizabeth and Lucky Spencer raise the baby to protect him from Jason's mob business. As a baby, Jake is kidnapped by Maureen Harper, but rescued by Jason and returned to Elizabeth. Jake is again kidnapped by Jason's enemies, and is rescued by Sam McCall. In March 2011, Jake is struck by a hit-and-run driver.[47] He is declared brain-dead, and placed on life support. Lucky and Elizabeth agree to give Jake's kidney to Josslyn Jacks, who has cancer. The driver of the hit-and-run is revealed to be Luke Spencer, Lucky's father. In July 2015, it was revealed that he was actually alive after being kidnapped by Helena Cassadine. He is rescued by Lucky, Luke, and Laura, and returns home, where he is now raised by Drew (believed to be Jason) and Elizabeth. When Drew and Elizabeth's engagement ends, Jake is upset, and tries to get Drew to come back home. Elizabeth's house starts getting vandalized, and Drew eventually realizes Jake was the one behind the vandalism in order to try to get his parents back together. Sam tries to help Jake when she figures this out, but Jake panics and runs away. Sam follows him, but she slips and falls down the stairs. Scared that he hurt Sam, Jake runs away on his bike and gets hit by a car. Jake survives, though, and is taken to a children's hospital, where he recovers from his injuries. Jake was unwittingly programmed by Helena. The programming came to fruition at the 2017 Nurses Ball. He received a magic kit from Helena's operatives thinking it was from Spencer. Inside was a dangerous chemical weapon created by the WSB known as the Chimera. He was allowed to do his magic routine after the Nurse's ball was over where he almost opened the chimera which would have exposed and killed all that attended. He was stopped by Drew, Elizabeth and Valentin (who was the person who sold the Chimera to Helena).

text: James West[edit]

text:
James WestGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Sally Brown[48][49]Duration
2018–First appearance
May 21, 2018 (2018-05-21)Created by

Shelly Altman
Chris Van Etten
Introduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Present; recurringProfileResidence
Port Charles, New York
showFamilyFamily
Scorpio/JonesFather
Nathan WestMother
Maxie JonesHalf-sisters
Georgie SpinelliGrandfathers

Cesar Faison
Frisco Jones
Mac Scorpio (step)
Grandmothers

Liesl Obrecht
Madeline Reeves (adoptive)
Felicia Jones
Uncles
Peter AugustAunts

Britt Westbourne
Nina Reeves (adoptive)
Georgie Jones

text: James Malcolm West is the son of Nathan West and Maxie Jones, born onscreen May 21, 2018.

text: Casting[edit]

text:
Sally Brown was cast as James Malcolm West.[48][49]
Unknown Infants replaced Sally Brown.

text: Storylines[edit]

text: James is delivered with the help of his half-uncle, Peter August.[50] Maxie's water breaks in Peter's car after leaving The Nurses' Ball. After only a few pushes, Maxie delivers a premature but healthy baby boy on the side of the road. Maxie names him after his late father, Nathan (his given name) and her stepfather, Mac Scorpio.

text: Previous characters[edit]

text: Lila Rae Alcazar[edit]

text:
Lila Rae AlcazarGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Gianna Crane (2006–07)  Kayla Madison (2012)Duration

2006–07
2012
First appearance
October 23, 2006Last appearance
November 21, 2012Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren Phelps (2006)Frank Valentini (2012)Classification
Former, recurringProfileOther names
Lila Rae Quartermaine
showFamilyFamily

Quartermaine (adoptive)
Chandler (foster)
Father
Lorenzo AlcazarMother
Skye QuartermaineHalf-brothers
Diego AlcazarGrandparents
Rae CummingsAlan Quartermaine (adoptive)Adam Chandler (foster)Althea Paterson (foster)Uncles
Luís AlcazarA. J. Quartermaine (adoptive)Jason Morgan (adoptive)Drew Cain (adoptive)JR Chandler (foster)Miguel Reyes (foster)Aunts
Emily Quartermaine (adoptive)Hayley Vaughan (foster)Anna Chandler (foster)Colby Chandler (foster)First cousins
Sage AlcazarMichael Corinthos (adoptive)Jake Webber (adoptive)Danny Morgan (adoptive)Oscar Nero (adoptive)Scout Cain (adoptive)Enzo Santos (foster)AJ Chandler (foster)

text: Lila Rae Alcazar is the daughter of Lorenzo Alcazar and Skye Quartermaine. She is named after Skye's adoptive grandmother, Lila Quartermaine, and Skye's mother, Dr. Rae Cummings.

text: Skye was reluctant to let Lorenzo be a part of Lila's life, because of him being a mobster. After Lila was born, they soon reconciled, with Lila Rae's last name being changed to her father's. However, it was later revealed that Skye was having second thoughts and was forced to stay with Lorenzo, who vowed to kill her if she tried to take the baby from him again. Lorenzo eventually had Lila Rae moved to an unknown location, so Skye couldn't take her away. Skye helped Lorenzo's rival, Jason Morgan, also Skye's brother, get rid of Lorenzo. Skye got Lila Rae back when she and Lorenzo were planning on moving away. Jason killed Lorenzo before they left, with Skye's help. Shortly after, Skye and Lila Rae left town. Lila Rae visited Port Charles with Skye to meet her family and attend Edward Quartermaine's funeral.

text: Alec Barrett[edit]

text:
Alec BarrettGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Quinn FriedmanFirst appearance
May 12, 2011Last appearance
July 21, 2011Created by
Robert Guza, Jr.Introduced by
Jill Farren PhelpsClassification
Former, recurringProfileOther names
Aleksander Janáček, Jr.Alec ScottResidence
Rome, Italy
showFamilyParents
Aleksander JanáčekBrenda BarrettGrandparents
Theo HoffmanSuzanne StanwyckHarlan BarrettVeronica WildingAunts
Julia Barrett

text: Aleksander "Alec" Barrett is the son of Aleksander Janáček and Brenda Barrett. Brenda believed she had miscarried, but it was revealed that Alec's grandmother, Suzanne Stanwyck, faked his death and kept him hidden. When Brenda figured out the truth, Suzanne brought Lucian to Brenda, claiming he was her son. However, when Brenda decided to get a DNA test done, Suzanne took Lucian back, and tried to disappear with Alec. She was later found by Sonny Corinthos, Brenda's husband, and he returned Alec to Brenda. The two bonded, and Brenda wanted Sonny to adopt Alec. Brenda and Alec were targeted by Sonny's rival, Anthony Zacchara, getting caught in a shootout. Soon after, Brenda divorced Sonny, and she and Alec moved to Rome, Italy.

text: Taylor DuBois[edit]

text:
Taylor DuBoisGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Samantha Logan (2013)Pepi Sonuga (2013)First appearance
June 4, 2013Last appearance
December 13, 2013Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Former, recurringProfileResidence
North Carolina
showFamilyBrothers
Felix DuBois

text: Taylor DuBois is a fictional character from the original ABC Daytime drama, General Hospital. Taylor is the younger sister of GH nurse, Felix DuBois. The role was originated by Samantha Logan who made her first appearance on June 4, 2013. In September 2013, it was announced that the role has been recast with actress Pepi Sonuga who would make her onscreen debut later that month.[51]

text: Casting and creation[edit]

text: On May 15, 2013, Soaps In Depth reported through their website that Samantha Logan, of the recently defunct ABC primetime series, 666 Park Avenue had been cast in the role of Taylor.[52] Taylor comes to Port Charles to spend the summer with her big brother Felix (Marc Anthony Samuel) and immediately for TJ Ashford (Tequan Richmond). The duo's relationship will help to expand the already existing triangle between TJ, Molly Lansing (Haley Pullos), and Rafe Kovich (Jimmy Deshler) into a quadrangle.[53] Of the character's introduction, head writer Ron Carlivati commented, "Not everything can be a triangle."[52] Carlivati revealed to Soaps In Depth that Molly, Rafe and TJ would be featured heavily in the summer and the story would address whether TJ and Molly could work through their issues or if Molly would choose Rafe. However, Taylor's introduction will "turn the whole thing upside down."[54] In September 2013, the role was recast with actress Pepi Sonuga.[51] Actress Brytni Sarpy, who would go on to play Valerie Spencer, first auditioned for the role of Taylor.[55]

text: Reception[edit]

text: Angela Durrell said Taylor's introduction would not only add to the dynamic for the younger characters, but would also make things interesting for the adults.[56] Soap Opera Network said Logan's introduction came just in time for the usual summer teen storylines.[57] The July 8, issue of Soaps In Depth listed Taylor at #3 in the "5 Things We're Loving" section.[58] Jamey Giddens praised the actress and the dynamic that Taylor brought to the teen scene and likened Taylor and Molly to the '90s feud between Brenda Barrett (Vanessa Marcil) and Karen Wexler (Marie Wilson).[59]

text: B. J. Jones[edit]

text:
B. J. JonesGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Brighton Hertford (1986–94)  Unknown actress (2005)Kirsten Storms (2009)Duration

1986–94
2005
2009
First appearance
October 6, 1986Last appearance
February 24, 2009Created by
Pat Falken Smith  Norma MontyIntroduced by
Gloria MontyBook appearances
Robin's DiaryClassification
Former, recurring
showFamilyFamily
Jones  Spencer (adoptive)Parents
Tony Jones  Tania RoskovAdoptive mother
Bobbie SpencerBrothers
Lucas Jones (adoptive)Half-sisters
Carly Corinthos (adoptive)Grandfathers
Andrew Jones  Boris RoskovTim Spencer (adoptive)Grandmothers
Cindy Jones  Lena Eckert (adoptive)Uncles
Frisco Jones  Luke Spencer (adoptive)Aunts
Pat Spencer[a] (adoptive)Nephews
Michael Corinthos (adoptive)  Morgan Corinthos (adoptive)Nieces
Josslyn Jacks (adoptive)First cousins
Maxie Jones  Georgie Jones  Valerie Spencer (adoptive)  Lucky Spencer (adoptive) Ethan Lovett (adoptive) Lulu Spencer (adoptive)

text: Barbara Jean "B. J." Jones was born on October 6, 1986, the daughter of Tony Jones and his first wife, Tania Roskov. She was named Barbara Jean in honor of nurse Bobbie Spencer, who helped with the delivery (Tania was alone in her apartment during a storm and power outage when she goes into labor). Bobbie adopts B. J. and marries Tony years later, after Tania dies in a car accident.

text: Storylines[edit]

text: Seven-year-old B. J. was left brain-dead after her school van was hit by a drunk driver in May 1994. Her father made the decision to donate B. J.'s organs, and her heart was transplanted into her ailing cousin Maxie Jones. In a moving scene, Tony laid his head on Maxie's chest and listened to his daughter's heartbeat within his niece. Later, Tony sat beside B. J.'s body (still on the operating table); he asked her to take his own broken heart in exchange, and keep it safe. The storyline won much critical acclaim and several awards for acting and writing.

text: In May 2005, Maxie has a heart attack at a party on the Haunted Star and has to undergo another heart transplant, but she doesn't want to have it because she wants to keep B. J.'s heart. Luckily, Maxie recovers and does not need the transplant.

text: In February 2009, as part of the ABC Daytime "Go Red" campaign for women with heart disease, the storyline was reprised. Maxie fell asleep after attending the "Go Red" fashion show in New York City; while asleep she dreamed of an alternate universe, where she died and B. J. lived. When she woke up, Maxie was glad to be alive. On October 6, 2011, Maxie celebrated B. J.'s birthday with a red heart balloon and a small stone saying "Barbara Jean Jones: Will not be forgotten." B. J. was also shown in a picture.

text: Rafe Kovich, Jr.[edit]

text:
Rafe Kovich, Jr.General Hospital characterPortrayed by
Jimmy DeshlerDuration
2013–14First appearance
January 30, 2013Last appearance
July 16, 2014Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniClassification
Former, recurring
showFamilyParents
Stephen Clay  Alison Barrington  Rafe Kovich (legal)Adoptive parents
Silas Clay (foster)Sam Morgan (foster)[60]Stepmother
Livvie Locke (2003)Grandparents
Malcolm Barrington Elizabeth BarringtonUncles
Silas ClayFirst cousins
Kiki JeromeSasha GilmoreOther relatives
Amanda Barrington

text: Rafe Kovich, Jr. was the son of Stephen Clay and Alison Barrington, and the legal son of Rafe Kovich. The character was created from the storyline of the defunct spin-off series Port Charles, where the character was originally the son of Caleb Morley and Alison.

text: Storylines[edit]

text: Rafe arrives in Port Charles with Alison, having spent most of his life on the run. He bonds with Molly Lansing when she buys him lunch. Soon after, he witnesses Alison being murdered by Caleb. John McBain finds Rafe next to his mother's body, and Rafe is arrested. Rafe insists he's innocent, and points the finger at John. Caleb shows up and frees Rafe, but Rafe manages to escape and hides out in Molly's house. He's discovered soon after, though, and goes back to jail. When Caleb kidnaps Molly's sister, Sam Morgan, and nephew, Danny, John and Rafe break out of prison with Lucy Coe to rescue them. While John and Lucy rescue Sam, Rafe watches over Danny, protecting him from Heather Webber. After being released by the police, he is adopted by Sam. When Stephen's brother, Silas, shows up in town, he sues Sam for custody of Rafe, and wins. However, he lets Rafe stay with Sam. Eventually, the two bond, and Rafe moves in with his uncle. Rafe has developed a crush on Molly, but she is dating TJ Ashford. Rafe tries to break them apart with help from Taylor DuBois, who has a crush on TJ. The plan fails, and Rafe intentionally tries to sabotage Molly and TJ. When Molly finds out, she cuts Rafe out of her life. Upset and depressed, Rafe starts spiraling downwards, using cocaine and stealing money from Sam to get drugs. Molly finds out about Rafe's drug use. By then, it's also revealed that Rafe caused an accident to run Patrick Drake's family off the road, killing his infant son. Rafe tries to skip town, but Molly catches up to him, and they drive off in Silas' car. Rafe tells Molly he caused the accident, but was not on drugs. He was ordered to run Patrick off the road. Before he can tell Molly who ordered him, the car crashes. Rafe is rushed to the hospital with a serious head injury. Despite surgery, Rafe is left brain-dead, and put on life support. His family said good-bye to him, then turned off the machines.

text: Teddy Rivera[edit]

text:
Teddy RiveraGeneral Hospital characterPortrayed by
Eli and Ilee AlzubaidyFirst appearance
May 23, 2016Last appearance
September 21, 2016Created by
Shelly Altman  Jean PassananteIntroduced by
Frank ValentiniProfileResidence
Puerto Rico
showFamilyFather
Carlos RiveraMother
Sabrina SantiagoHalf-brothers
Gabriel SantiagoGrandfathers
Javier RiveraGrandmothers
Gabriella SantiagoUncles
Joe RiveraOther relatives
Armando Santiago  Inocencia Santos  Juan Santiago (adoptive)

text: Eduardo "Teddy" Rivera is the son of Carlos Rivera and Sabrina Santiago. Teddy was born off-screen while Sabrina and Carlos were on the run. Carlos came back to Port Charles, and ended up getting killed. Sabrina and Teddy were in Puerto Rico, being held captive by Carlos' friend. Sabrina had her aunt, Inocencia Santos, take Teddy to Port Charles, and give him to the Quartermaine family. Tracy Quartermaine immediately took steps to become Teddy's foster mother. Eventually, Sabrina was rescued by Michael Corinthos and reunited with her son. She revealed that his full name is Eduardo, in honor of Tracy's father, Edward Quartermaine. Teddy fell sick soon after, and was diagnosed with botulism. Fortunately, he was taken to the hospital and treated in time to recover. Teddy was tragically orphaned after Sabrina was murdered. His paternal uncle, Joe Rivera, came to take custody of Teddy, being his only living relative. Despite Tracy's protests, Michael gave Teddy to Joe, who subsequently took him back to Puerto Rico.

text: Gabriel Santiago[edit]

text:
Gabriel SantiagoGeneral Hospital characterFirst appearance
April 25, 2014Last appearance
June 5, 2014Created by
Ron CarlivatiIntroduced by
Frank Valentini
showFamilyFather
Patrick DrakeMother
Sabrina SantiagoHalf-brothers
Teddy Rivera  Noah Scorpio-DrakeHalf-sisters
Emma DrakeGrandfathers
Noah DrakeGrandmothers
Mattie Drake  Gabriella SantiagoUncles
Matt Hunter

text: Gabriel Drake Santiago was the son of Patrick Drake and Sabrina Santiago. Gabriel was born prematurely April 25, 2014 after his parents and older sister, Emma were in a car accident. He was rushed to the hospital and treated by Dr. Britt Westbourne in the neonatal intensive-care unit. He was put on a ventilator to help him breathe. He suffered a minor set back and was unable to get enough air into his lungs, but the doctors were able to stabilize him. Patrick and Sabrina sat vigil by his bedside as the doctors cared for him. As his condition seemed to be improving, his parents along with sister Emma, decided to name him Gabriel Drake Santiago, after his maternal grandmother, father, and half-sister. Gabriel's condition took a turn for the worse when he was diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis. This condition caused the infection he was fighting to spread, which resulted in massive organ failure. His parents had him baptized in the hospital and soon after he died surrounded by his parents.

text: Notes[edit]

text: Jump up ^ The announcement of Luke and Bobbie's sister was shown in 1978, under executive producer Gloria Monty and head writer Douglas Marland. The character was later developed and introduced under executive producer, Frank Valentini and head writer, Ron Carlivati in 2015.

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document_title: President of Mexico

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text: President of Mexico

text: Requirements to hold office[edit]

text: Chapter III of Title III of the Constitution deals with the executive branch of government and sets forth the powers of the president, as well as the qualifications for the office. He is vested with the "supreme executive power of the Union".

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text: To be eligible to serve as president, Article 82 of the Constitution specifies that the following requirements must be met:

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Be a natural-born citizen of Mexico ("mexicano por nacimiento") able to exercise full citizenship rights, with at least one parent who is a natural-born citizen of Mexico.
Be a resident of Mexico for at least twenty (20) years.
Be thirty-five years of age or older at the time of the election.
Be a resident of Mexico for the entire year prior to the election (although absences of 30 days or fewer are explicitly stated not to interrupt residency).
Not be an official or minister of any church or religious denomination.
Not be in active military service during the six months prior to the election.
Not be a secretary of state or under-secretary of state, attorney general, governor of a State, or head of the government of the Federal District, unless "separated from the post" (resigned or been granted permanent leave of absence) at least six months prior to the election.
Not have been president already, even in a provisional capacity (see Succession below).

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text: The ban on any sort of presidential re-election dates back to the aftermath of the Porfiriato and the end of the Mexican Revolution. It is so entrenched in Mexican politics that it has remained in place even as it was relaxed for other offices. In 2014, the constitution was amended to allow Deputies and Senators to run for a second consecutive term. Previously, Deputies and Senators were barred from successive re-election. However, the president remained barred from re-election, even if it is nonsuccessive.

text: Presidential elections[edit]

text: The presidential term was set at four years from 1821 to 1934, and has been set at six years since 1934. The president is elected by direct, popular, universal suffrage. Whoever wins a simple plurality of the national vote is elected; there is no runoff election.

text: The most recent former President, Felipe Calderón, won with 36.38% of the votes in the 2006 general election, finishing only 0.56 percent above his nearest rival, Andrés Manuel López Obrador (who contested the official results). Former President Vicente Fox was elected with a plurality of 43% of the popular vote, Ernesto Zedillo won 48% of the vote, and his predecessor Carlos Salinas won with a majority of 50%. The current president, Enrique Peña Nieto won 38% of the popular vote.[3]

text: The history of Mexico has not been a peaceful one. After the fall of dictator Porfirio Díaz in 1910 because of the Mexican Revolution, there was no stable government until 1929, when all the revolutionary leaders united in one political party: the National Revolutionary Party, which later changed its name to the Party of the Mexican Revolution, and is now the Institutional Revolutionary Party (Spanish: Partido Revolucionario Institucional). From then until 1988, the PRI ruled Mexico as a virtual one-party state.

text: Toward the end of his term, the incumbent president in consultation with party leaders, selected the PRI's candidate in the next election in a procedure known as "the tap of the finger" (Spanish: el dedazo). Until 1988, the PRI's candidate was virtually assured of election, winning by margins well over 70 percent of the vote—results that were usually obtained by massive electoral fraud. In 1988, however, the PRI ruptured and the dissidents formed the National Democratic Front with rival center-left parties (now the PRD). Discontent with the PRI, and the popularity of the Front's candidate Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas led to worries that PRI candidate Carlos Salinas de Gortari would not come close to a majority, and might actually be defeated. While the votes were being counted, the tabulation system mysteriously shut down. The government declared Salinas the winner, leading to stronger than ever allegations of electoral fraud.[4]

text: The PRI enacted a strict internal discipline and government presence in the country, and electoral fraud became common. After the country regained its peace, this pattern of fraud continued, with the opposition losing every election until the later part of the 20th century. The first presidential election broadly considered legitimate was the one held in 1994, when the PRI's Ernesto Zedillo took office, and in his term several reforms were enacted to ensure fairness and transparency in elections. Partly as a consequence of these reforms, the 1997 federal congressional election saw the first opposition Chamber of Deputies ever, and the 2000 elections saw Vicente Fox of a PAN/PVEM alliance become the first opposition candidate to win an election since 1911. This historical defeat was accepted on election night by the PRI in the voice of President Zedillo; while this calmed fears of violence, it also fueled questions about the role of the president in the electoral process and to whom the responsibility of conceding defeat should fall in a democratic election.

text: The role of unions in the new balance of power and future elections is documented in works like historian Enrique Krauze's Analysis of the Corporative System.

text: President-elect[edit]

text: After the presidential election, political parties may issue challenges to the election. These challenges are heard by the Electoral Tribunal of the Federal Judicial Power; after it has heard and ruled on them, the Tribunal must either declare the election invalid, or certify the results of the elections in accordance to their rulings. Once the Tribunal declares the election valid, it issues a "Certificate of Majority" (Constancia de Mayoría) to the candidate who obtained a plurality. That candidate then becomes President-elect. The final decision is made in September, two months after the election is carried out.[5]

text: Presidential powers[edit]

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text: The 1917 Constitution borrowed heavily from the Constitution of the United States, providing for a clear separation of powers while giving the president wider powers than his American counterpart. However, this has only recently become the case in practice.

text: For the first 71 years after the enactment of the 1917 Constitution, the president exercised nearly absolute control over the country. Much of this power came from the de facto monopoly status of the PRI. As mentioned above, he effectively chose his successor as president by personally nominating the PRI's candidate in the next election. In addition, the unwritten rules of the PRI allowed him to designate party officials and candidates all the way down to the local level. He thus had an important (but not exclusive) influence over the political life of the country (part of his power had to be shared with unions and other groups, but as an individual he had no peers). This, and his constitutional powers, made some political commentators describe the president as a six-year dictator, and to call this system an "imperial presidency". The situation remained largely unchanged until the early 1980s, when a grave economic crisis created discomfort both in the population and inside the party, and the president's power was no longer absolute but still impressive.

text: An important characteristic of this system is that the new president was effectively chosen by the old one (since the PRI candidate was assured of election) but once he assumed power, the old one lost all power and influence ("no reelection" is a cornerstone of Mexican politics). In fact, tradition called for the incumbent president to fade into the background during the campaign to elect his successor. This renewed command helped maintain party discipline and avoided the stagnation associated with a single man holding power for decades, prompting Peruvian novelist Mario Vargas Llosa to call Mexico's political system "the perfect dictatorship", since the president's powers were cloaked by democratic practice.

text: With the democratic reforms of recent years and fairer elections, the president's powers have been limited in fact as well as in name. Vargas Llosa, during the Fox administration, called this new system "The Imperfect Democracy". The current rights and powers of the president of Mexico are established, limited and enumerated by Article 89 of the Constitution which include the following:

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Promulgate and execute the laws enacted by the Congress, providing in the administrative sphere to its exact observance;
Appoint and remove freely the Secretaries of State, remove the ambassadors, consuls general and senior employees of the Treasury, appoint and remove freely all other employees of the Union whose appointment or removal is not otherwise in the Constitution or in laws;
Appoint, with Senate approval, ambassadors, consuls general, superior employees of the Treasury and members of collegial bodies of regulation in telecommunications, energy and economic competition;
Appoint, with the approval of the Senate, the colonels and other senior officers of the Army, Navy and Air Force;
Preserve national security, under the terms of the respective law, and have all of the permanent Armed Forces i.e. Army, Navy and Air Force for internal security and external defense of the Federation;
Having the National Guard to the same objects, in the terms that prevents Section IV of Article 76;
Declare war on behalf of the United Mexican States with consent from the Congress of the Union;
Intervene in the appointment of the Attorney General of the Republic and delete it, in terms of the provisions of Article 102, Section A, of this Constitution;
Conduct foreign policy and conclude international treaties and finish, denounce, suspend, modify, amend, remove reservations and issuing interpretative statements thereon, and submitting to the approval of the Senate. In conducting such a policy, the Chief Executive shall observe the following normative principles: self-determination of peoples; nonintervention; the peaceful settlement of disputes; the prohibition of the threat or use of force in international relations; the legal equality of States; international cooperation for development; respect, protection and promotion of human rights and the struggle for international peace and security;
Convene Congress into special session, when agreed by the Standing Committee;
Provide the judiciary the aid they need for the expeditious exercise of its functions;
Enable all classes of ports, establish maritime and border customs and designate their location;
Grant, according to law, pardons to criminals convicted of crimes jurisdiction of the federal courts;
Grant exclusive privileges for a limited time, in accordance with the respective law, to discoverers, inventors or perfectors in any branch of industry;
When the Senate is not in session, the President of the Republic may make appointments mentioned in sections III, IV and IX, with the approval of the Standing Committee;
At any time, opt for a coalition government with one or more of the political parties represented in Congress.
To submit to the Senate, the three candidates for the appointment of judges of the Supreme Court and submit their resignations to the approval of licenses and Senate itself;
Objecting the appointment of commissioners body that sets the guarantor Article 6. of this Constitution made by the Senate, under the terms established in this Constitution and the law;
The others expressly conferred by this Constitution.

text: A decree is a legislative instrument that has an expiration date and that is issued by one of the three branches of government. Congress may issue decrees, and the President may issue decrees as well. However, they have all the power of laws, but cannot be changed except by the power that issued them. Decrees are very limited in their extent. One such decree is the federal budget, which is issued by congress. The president's office may suggest a budget, but at the end of the day, it is congress that decrees how to collect taxes and how to spend them. A Supreme Court ruling on Vicente Fox's veto of the 2004 budget suggests that the President may have the right to veto decrees from Congress.

text: Since 1997, the Congress has been plural, usually with opposition parties having a majority. Major reforms (tax, energy) have to pass by Congress, and the ruling President usually found his efforts blocked: the PRI's Zedillo by opposing PAN/PRD congressmen, and later the PAN's Fox by the PRI and PRD. The PAN would push the reforms it denied to the PRI and vice versa. This situation, novel in a country where Congress was +90% dominated by the president's party for most of the century, has led to a legal analysis of the president's power. Formerly almost a dictator (because of PRI's party discipline), the current times show the president's power as somewhat limited. In 2004, President Fox threatened to veto the budget approved by Congress, claiming the budget overstepped his authority to lead the country, only to learn no branch of government had the power to veto a decree issued by another branch of government (although a different, non jurisprudence-setting ruling stated he could return the budget with observations).

text: Oath of Office[edit]

text: Upon taking office, the President raises his/her right arm to shoulder-level and takes the following oath:

text: Protesto guardar y hacer guardar la Constitución Política de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos y las leyes que de ella emanen, y desempeñar leal y patrióticamente el cargo de Presidente de la República que el pueblo me ha conferido, mirando en todo por el bien y prosperidad de la Unión; y si así no lo hiciere que la Nación me lo demande.

text: Translation:

text: I affirm to follow and uphold the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States and the laws that emanate from it, and to perform the office of President of the Republic which the people have conferred upon me with loyalty and patriotism, in all actions looking after the good and prosperity of the Union; and if I do not fulfill these obligations, may the Nation demand it of me.

text: Presidential sash and flag[edit]

text: The Mexican Presidential sash has the colors of the Mexican flag in three bands of equal width, with red on top, white in the center, and green on the bottom, worn from right shoulder to left waist; it also includes the National Seal, in gold thread, to be worn chest-high. During the swearing-in ceremony of a newly elected President, the outgoing President turns in the sash to the current President of Congress, who in turn gives it to the new President after the latter has sworn the oath of office. The sash is the symbol of the Executive Federal Power, and may only be worn by the current President.

text: According to Article 35 of the Law on the National Arms, Flag, and Anthem, the President must wear the sash at the swearing-in ceremony, when he makes his annual State of the Union report to Congress, during the commemoration of the Grito de Dolores on September 15 of each year, and when he receives the diplomatic credentials of accredited foreign ambassadors and ministers. He is also expected to wear it "in those official ceremonies of greatest solemnity". The sash is worn from right shoulder to left hip, and should be worn underneath the coat except during the swearing-in ceremony, when both the out-going and incoming president wear it over their coat (Article 36).

text: In addition to the Presidential Sash, each president receives a Presidential Flag; the flag has imprinted the words Estados Unidos Mexicanos in golden letters and the national coat of arms also in gold.

text: Presidential residence[edit]

text: The President's official residence and main workplace is Los Pinos, located inside the Bosque de Chapultepec (Chapultepec Park). The President has the right to use this residence for the six-year term of office.

text: The National Palace, a building facing the Mexico City Zócalo, is officially the seat of the Executive Power, but is used only for ceremonies or national holidays such as Independence Day or Revolution Day. Some areas of the historic building are open to the public, and others hold some government offices.

text: The President also has the use of Chapultepec Castle, formerly an Imperial palace of the Second Mexican Empire, and afterwards the official residence of Mexican Presidents until the Presidency of Lázaro Cárdenas.

text: Succession[edit]

text: Article 84 of the Mexican Constitution states that "in case of absolute absence of a President" the following should happen:

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Until Congress names a Substitute or Interim President, the Secretary of the Interior (Secretario de Gobernación) assumes executive powers provisionally (Presidente Provisional), but cannot make changes to the cabinet without advice and consent from the Senate. He must also provide an official report of his actions within ten days of leaving the post. Congress must elect an Interim or Substitute President within 60 days of the original absence. The Secretary of the Interior is not required to meet all requirements for the Presidency; specifically, he is not required to meet the age or residency requirements, nor the requirement to not hold certain government positions (Secretary of state, under-secretary of state, etc.)
If Congress is not in session, then the Permanent Commission calls Congress to an extraordinary session, at which point the process continues as below.
If the absence (death, impeachment, etc.) should occur in the first two years of the term, Congress (if in session, or after being called to extraordinary session by the Permanent Commission) must elect, by a majority of votes in a secret ballot with a quorum of at least two-thirds of its members, an Interim President (Presidente Interino). Congress must also call for elections in no less than 14 months and no more than 18 months after the absence of the President occurs; the person who wins those elections will be President for the remainder of the original six-year presidential term.
If the absence should occur in the last four years of the term, Congress (if in session, or after being called to extraordinary session by the Permanent Commission) will select a Substitute President (Presidente Substituto) by a majority of votes in a secret ballot as above. The Substitute President will be President of the United Mexican States until the end of the original six-year presidential term, at which point regular elections are held.

text: No person who has already served as President, whether elected, Provisional, Interim, or Substitute, can be designated as Provisional, Interim, or Substitute President.

text: The designation of the Secretary of the Interior as the immediate successor dates to August 2012, when the changes to the Constitution were published in the Official Diary.

text: The succession provisions have come into play only twice since the current constitution was enacted. In 1928, after the assassination of president-elect Álvaro Obregón, Congress appointed Emilio Portes Gil as Interim President; Portes Gil served in the position for 14 months while new elections were called. Pascual Ortiz Rubio was elected President in the special elections that followed in 1930, but he resigned in 1932. Abelardo L. Rodríguez was then appointed Interim President to fill out the remainder of Ortiz Rubio's term (under current law Rodríguez would be Substitute President, but at the time there was no distinction between Interim, Substitute, and Provisional Presidents).

text: Living former Presidents[edit]

text: There are five living former presidents. The most recent former president to die was Miguel de la Madrid (1982–1988), on 1 April 2012.

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Luis Echeverría
(1970–1976)
(1922-01-17) January 17, 1922 (age 95)

Carlos Salinas de Gortari
(1988–1994)
(1948-04-03) April 3, 1948 (age 69)

Ernesto Zedillo
(1994–2000)
(1951-12-27) December 27, 1951 (age 65)

Vicente Fox
(2000–2006)
(1942-07-02) July 2, 1942 (age 75)

Felipe Calderón
(2006–2012)
(1962-08-18) August 18, 1962 (age 55)

text: Former presidents of Mexico continue to carry the title "President" until death but are rarely referred by it; they are commonly called ex-Presidents. They are also given protection by the Estado Mayor Presidencial. Former presidents are also given a lifelong pension, which they can refuse, as in the case of Ernesto Zedillo.

text: Contrary to what happens in many other countries, former presidents of Mexico do not continue to be important national figures once out of office, and usually lead a discreet life. This is partly because they do not want to interfere with the government of the new president and partly because they may not have a good public image. This tradition can be traced back to the presidency of Lázaro Cárdenas. Former president Plutarco Elías Calles had personally selected Cárdenas as his successor, and had hoped to control things from behind the scenes as he had for the last five years. However, when Cárdenas showed he was going to rule in fact as well as in name, Calles publicly criticized him, prompting Cárdenas to have Calles escorted out of the country by military police. Cárdenas himself remained silent on the policies of his successor Manuel Ávila Camacho, establishing a tradition that former presidents do not interfere with their successors.

text: For example, Ernesto Zedillo holds important offices in the United Nations and in the private sector, but outside of Mexico. It is speculated he lives in a self-imposed exile to avoid the hatred of some of his fellow members of the PRI for having acknowledged the PRI's defeat in the 2000 presidential election. Carlos Salinas also lived in a self-imposed exile in Ireland, but returned to Mexico. He campaigned intensely to have his brother, Raúl Salinas, freed after he was jailed in the early days of Zedillo's term, accused of drug trafficking and planning the assassination of José Francisco Ruiz Massieu. Carlos Salinas also wrote a book on neo-liberal Mexico, secured a position with the Dow Jones Company in the United States, and worked as a professor at several prestigious universities in that country. Felipe Calderón was given a contract to work as a professor for Harvard University in 2013, but he returned to Mexico in 2014. It was rumored that he would look after the then newly created Humanist Party;[6] this fact was eventually denied by his wife.[7]

text: Along with Felipe Calderón, two other surviving former presidents, Luis Echeverría and Vicente Fox, still live in Mexico. On June 30, 2006, Echeverría was placed under house arrest under charges of genocide for his role as Secretary of the Interior during the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre.[8] The house arrest was lifted in 2009.

text: List of Presidents of Mexico[edit]