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Eileen Fulton, Longtime ‘Bad Girl' Lisa on ‘As the World Turns,' Dies at 91
Eileen Fulton, the minister's daughter who spent the better part of 50 years portraying Lisa Miller, one of the first 'bad girls' of daytime television, on the CBS soap opera As the World Turns, has died. She was 91. Fulton's family announced that she died in Asheville, North Carolina, on July 14 after a period of declining health. More from The Hollywood Reporter Alan Bergman, Oscar-Winning Lyricist, Dies at 99 Kate Beckinsale Announces Death of Her Mother, British Actress Judy Loe, at 78: "I Am Paralyzed" Behind the Incendiary New Play Confronting David Mamet Four years into the run of As the World Turns, Fulton joined the No. 1 daytime drama in 1960 for what was originally supposed to be a three-month summer storyline. She exited the soap three times — once to headline her own primetime spinoff, 1965's Our Private World — but continued on through the final episode broadcast Sept. 17, 2010. Her Lisa had eight husbands, with Nicolas Coster portraying two of them. Three of her marriages ended in divorce, four ended in death, and one was annulled. When As the World Turns was done, her character's full name was Lisa Miller Hughes Eldridge Shea Colman McColl Mitchell Grimaldi Chedwyn. She also had lots and lots of lovers. 'She's a romantic, that's why she falls in love so much,' Fulton said in a 2005 conversation for the Television Academy Foundation website The Interviews. Inducted into the Soap Opera Hall of Fame in 1998 and given a lifetime achievement award from the Daytime Emmys in 2004, Fulton was one of the first soap actors to have her own publicist. She also employed a bodyguard to protect her from angry viewers who disapproved of what Lisa was up to. 'They had a great love/hate thing [with me], it was amazing,' she said. And in the '70s, Fulton famously had a clause inserted into her contract that guaranteed she would never have to play a grandmother. 'At that time, grandmothers had no romance at all — and I wasn't about to let that happen to me,' she told the Los Angeles Times in 2000. She eventually became OK with that. The oldest of three kids, Margaret Elizabeth McLarty was born on Sept. 13, 1933, in Asheville, North Carolina. Her mother, Peggy, was a schoolteacher and her father, James, a Methodist preacher. She said she knew by the third grade that she was going to be an actress. After graduating from Lee Edwards High School in Asheville and, in 1956, as a music and drama major from Greensboro College, she moved to New York and studied acting with Sanford Meisner at the Neighborhood Playhouse, where one of her classmates was Keir Dullea. Fulton had played a hooker in Girl of the Night (1960), starring Anne Francis, when someone from As the World Turns called her manager looking to see if one of his clients, East of Eden actress Lois Smith, was available to play Lisa. Smith was not, so he suggested Fulton. 'I knew I was going to get that part. There were 250 other girls there [at the audition], but I just knew,' she said. Lisa 'was supposed to be the sweet girl next door. I said, 'I'm tired of being the sweet girl next door.' I can't change the lines, but I can change my intention once we're on the air. I just thought of little conniving things I could do to Bob.' That would be her first TV husband, played by Don Hastings. During one stretch in the early '60s, Fulton would work in the mornings on As the World Turns (when it aired lived), race to the Billy Rose Theater on Broadway to play Honey in matinee performances of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and then appear downtown at the Sullivan Street Playhouse in the evenings in The Fantasticks. Fulton quit As the World Turns for the first time in 1963 to 'do other things,' which included an off-Broadway turn opposite Hal Holbrook in Abe Lincoln in Illinois. As she had trouble finding other work, viewers did not take to her replacement, Pamela King, and so she returned. She left again in 1965, this time to star in Our Private World, which aired Wednesday and Friday nights on CBS. Lisa had fled Oakdale after dumping Bob to move to Chicago, where she wed the wealthy John Eldridge. (Coster played Eldridge; decades later, he would portray Lisa's seventh husband, Eduardo Grimaldi.) Our Private World, however, was canceled in September after just four months on the air, and Fulton was back on As the World Turns in 1966. In 1983, Fulton exited in a contract dispute, to be replaced by Betsy von Furstenberg. But when she heard the writers were thinking about killing off Lisa, she made another comeback. 'I don't think anybody would believe Lisa is dead unless I do it,' she said. Fulton co-authored two autobiographies, 1970's How My World Turns and 1995's As My World Still Turns; several murder mysteries; and another book, 1999's Soap Opera: A Novel. She also was a cabaret performer and had her own clothing line at J.C. Penney. In real life, Fulton, unlike Lisa, was married (and divorced) only three times. Survivors include her brother, Charles Furman McLarty; her niece, Katherine Morris, and their children, Everly Ann Morris and Easton Lane Morris; and her sister-in-law, Chris Page McLarty. In a 2010 interview with NPR, the actress said she was well aware that many viewers despised her character. There was one in particular. 'I was standing in front of Lord & Taylor. I'd only been on the show a few weeks,' she said. 'And this beautifully dressed woman in a Chanel suit — in the days before there were knockoffs — came up to me and said, 'Aren't you Lisa?' And I said, 'Yes, that's the part I play.' And she said, 'Well, I hate you!' And she hit me! And people looked at me like I was rotten and this woman was a heroine. 'But I thought, 'You know what? I've reached them.' Then a telegram came into the studio. It said, 'If that bitch Lisa marries Bob I'll never watch As the World Turns again.' That is how the character was truly locked in.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
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‘General Hospital' Bids Farewell To Sofia Mattsson After 7 Years
Yesterday's episode of ABC sudser General Hospital saw the departure of Sofia Mattsson's Sasha Gilmore Corbin, a character first introduced in 2018. In the July 18 installment, Sasha and her baby Daisy exit Port Charles safely with the help of Steve Burton's Jason Morgan, as she moves back in with her parents Holly Sutton (Emma Samms) and Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers) in Paris, France. Before Jason docks back in the U.S., he reminds Sasha that she will 'always have a home to come back to,' leaving the door open for potential reprisals of the character in the future. More from Deadline Joshua Jackson On 'Doctor Odyssey' Cancellation: "I'm Sad We Don't Get To Go Back" ABC Fall Premiere Dates: '9-1-1' Franchise, 'High Potential', 'Grey's Anatomy', 'Dancing' & More 'General Hospital' Star Tristan Rogers Diagnosed With Cancer; "He Remains Hopeful," Says Rep 'There was a good time in the storyline for Sofia to leave to pursue other opportunities in film and TV,' a representative for the soap told TVInsider yesterday. 'But she is open for a return in the future.' Meanwhile, executive producer Frank Valentini added: 'I love Sofia, she is a great actress and a dear friend. We will miss her, but we wish her the best in all of her future endeavors.' The actress told the outlet in a Q&A published yesterday that the last day of filming 'was emotional for sure. Cleaning out my room and knowing that I wouldn't see all my friends there like usual every other day felt sad. But everyone was so supportive and excited for me.' She added of the 'bittersweet' farewell: 'I've had such a great time, but I'm also excited for a new chapter and to continue my acting journey in new projects.' Noting that she is 'definitely not opposed to coming back to the soap world,' Mattsson teased that she has 'some exciting new projects in the works, so I hope to see everyone through another screen soon!' Outside of the over 500 installments of GH she's been in, Mattsson has also appeared in episodes of NCIS and Two and a Half Men. Best of Deadline Streamer Subscription Prices And Tiers – Everything To Know As Costs Rise And Ads Abound (Hello, Peacock) - Update 'Stick' Release Guide: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 'Stick' Soundtrack: All The Songs You'll Hear In The Apple TV+ Golf Series
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‘General Hospital' Bids Farewell To Sofia Mattsson After 7 Years
Yesterday's episode of ABC sudser General Hospital saw the departure of Sofia Mattsson's Sasha Gilmore Corbin, a character first introduced in 2018. In the July 18 installment, Sasha and her baby Daisy exit Port Charles safely with the help of Steve Burton's Jason Morgan, as she moves back in with her parents Holly Sutton (Emma Samms) and Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers) in Paris, France. Before Jason docks back in the U.S., he reminds Sasha that she will 'always have a home to come back to,' leaving the door open for potential reprisals of the character in the future. More from Deadline Joshua Jackson On 'Doctor Odyssey' Cancellation: "I'm Sad We Don't Get To Go Back" ABC Fall Premiere Dates: '9-1-1' Franchise, 'High Potential', 'Grey's Anatomy', 'Dancing' & More 'General Hospital' Star Tristan Rogers Diagnosed With Cancer; "He Remains Hopeful," Says Rep 'There was a good time in the storyline for Sofia to leave to pursue other opportunities in film and TV,' a representative for the soap told TVInsider yesterday. 'But she is open for a return in the future.' Meanwhile, executive producer Frank Valentini added: 'I love Sofia, she is a great actress and a dear friend. We will miss her, but we wish her the best in all of her future endeavors.' The actress told the outlet in a Q&A published yesterday that the last day of filming 'was emotional for sure. Cleaning out my room and knowing that I wouldn't see all my friends there like usual every other day felt sad. But everyone was so supportive and excited for me.' She added of the 'bittersweet' farewell: 'I've had such a great time, but I'm also excited for a new chapter and to continue my acting journey in new projects.' Noting that she is 'definitely not opposed to coming back to the soap world,' Mattsson teased that she has 'some exciting new projects in the works, so I hope to see everyone through another screen soon!' Outside of the over 500 installments of GH she's been in, Mattsson has also appeared in episodes of NCIS and Two and a Half Men. Best of Deadline Streamer Subscription Prices And Tiers – Everything To Know As Costs Rise And Ads Abound (Hello, Peacock) - Update 'Stick' Release Guide: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 'Stick' Soundtrack: All The Songs You'll Hear In The Apple TV+ Golf Series
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General Hospital Recap: Tracy Blackmails Nina Into Helping Her Destroy Sonny
General Hospital Recap: Tracy Blackmails Nina Into Helping Her Destroy Sonny originally appeared on Daytime Confidential. On today's General Hospital recap: Lucas worries Sonny grabbed Marco, but Carly says she spoke with Sonny. Lucas says he'll check the church but is certain Marco won't' be there. Marco continues to bang on the door, yelling at whoever grabbed him to let him go, and not to escalate the violence. Jason tells his goon to guard the door and not let Marco out. After Jason leaves, Marco claims he's diabetic and needs to eat something. When the goon opens the door, Marco tries to crack him over the head with the chair. Sidwell demands to know what Sonny has done to Marco, claiming he's done nothing to provoke Sonny. Sidwell claims he didn't set the fire at Charlie's, as it was Selina but Sonny doesn't believe him. Sonny says family shouldn't be targeted but Sidwell came at him first. Sidwell says Marco saved Kristina, but Sonny says he dragged Marco into their mess. Sonny says he wants Sidwell to clean up the political mess and get out of his way. Sidwell puts the blame on Laura, by putting Measure C on the ballot. Sonny tells Sidwell to make sure it doesn't pass. Sidwell says Sonny has alienated everyone and will lose his piers and there is nothing anyone can do about it. Sonny warns him to figure something out or he won't see his son again. Sonny tells Sidwell to pull all of his money from Measure C and fix what he created. Lucas gets to the church, but Jason stops him from going in. Lucas demands to know where Marco is, but Jason tells him to leave. Lucas begs Jason to tell him whether Marco will die. He says it's not right to bring innocent people into the war, but Jason says Sidwell started it. Lucas says Jason's "code" will be a lie and he'll be as bad as Sidwell. Lucas begs Sonny to let Marco go and says if he doesn't show up alive, he'll tell the police all about the deal Sonny made with Natalia. Sonny says the police already know and tells Lucas to leave it. Sidwell tells Lucas that Sonny has Marco and asks him to intervene. He says Lucas needs to save Marco, but Lucas says if Marco is alive then he should give Sonny what he wants. Lucas yells at Sidwell that when he set fire to Charlie's, he put a target on Marco's back. Lucas says Marco's life is in Sidwell's hands. Previous General Hospital (GH) Recap: Jason Leaves Marco Bound and Gagged Tracy tells Nina she has a proposition for her that will benefit both of them. She says she despises Sonny and worries about the bond between him and Gio. Nina defends Sonny but Tracy's determined to protect Gio. Tracy wants Nina's influence with Crimson to get voters to vote for Measure C. Nina says Aurora has already done a hit piece on Sonny and defends him more. Tracy says Sonny killed AJ and won't allow something like that to happen to Gio. Nina says Sonny will do anything to protect his children, but Tracy brings up Morgan. Tracy then brings up Wylie and Amelia and thinks Nina would want them as far away from Sonny as she does. Nina says she still cares for Sonny and wants Tracy to help Willow get access to her kids in exchange. Tracy refuses, saying Nina will do what she wants, or she'll tell Willow she slept with Drew. Nina is shocked but Tracy says she had a PI confirm it. Nina admits it, saying it was brief and meant nothing and was over before Drew and Willow started, but begrudgingly agrees to do what Tracy wants. Willow interrupts Michael to ask about the children. He says Wylie is still confused because of her. Willow blames Michael for everything and warns Sasha he'll do the same to her. Michael says Willow deliberately created the scene at the pool, but Willow says Wylie is her son. Michael says she can't be trusted with the kids and Diane has pushed the visitation hearing to October. Willow says she can't go three months, but Michael tells her to take that time to dump Drew. Willow says she's marrying Drew and Michael says she won't see her kids again. Willow tries to appeal to Sasha, saying her kids need her, but Michael says they don't need her in her current state. Drew shows up at Carly's telling her it's her last chance to save her grandchildren. Drew brings up the altercation at the pool, but Carly blames Willow. Drew says Willow deserves to see her kids and wants Carly to get Michael to compromise. He warns her things will get really ugly if she doesn't. Carly says Michael told Willow she could see the kids if she dumped Drew, but he says he won't abandon Willow. Carly says Willow is always doing what Drew wants rather than taking care of her kids. She says Willow is only devoted to Drew and will never ask Michael to back down. Drew calls her a hypocrite but Carly says Willow doesn't even think for herself. Drew warns if Michael refuses to compromise, it will cause him more misery Carly summons Sonny and argues with him about Marco and Lucas' feelings. She begs him not to do anything else; she doesn't want anyone hurt. When Jason returns to the warehouse, his goon has overtaken Marco and handcuffed him to the chair. Nina runs into Sasha and Daisy on her way out. Sasha tells her that she's leaving and says goodbye. Michael tells Tracy he's sending Daisy away to keep her safe. Willow tells Drew the visitation date was move to October. Drew reassures her that they willl have what it takes to take the kids from Michael, soon enough. Keep checking back for the latest General Hospital recaps! This story was originally reported by Daytime Confidential on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
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General Hospital Recap: Jason Thinks He Sees Britt
General Hospital Recap: Jason Thinks He Sees Britt originally appeared on Daytime Confidential. On today's General Hospital recap: Robert is thrilled to have Sasha and the baby with him. Robert thanks Jason for stepping up for Robin years ago and Sasha now. Jason mentions Michael's love for Daisy and that he knows Robert will protect her. Sasha tells Jason she's not afraid anymore, because she did the right thing coming to stay with her parents. Jason tells her that she always has a home to come back to, and they say their goodbyes Willow interrupts Liesl and Nina's reunion. Liesl is less than amused by Willow's latest divorce and mess. She wants to know how Willow managed to lose custody of her children and Willow blames Michael. Willow says Drew is her hero and they fell in love and Michael is punishing her for it. Liesl chastises her for moving in with Drew while Michael was in the hospital, but Willow says they were blending their families. Willow says Michael cheated first but it's unfair she was seen as unfit. She says it's not fair he has three kids, and she has none. Nina tells Willow that Sasha and Daisy are leaving town for good. Willow claims to be surprised so Nina mentions the threats against says Sasha is protecting her child and isn't returning anytime soon. Both notice Willow's reaction and when she leaves, Liesl questions Nina. Liesl goes off on a tangent about Willow's new personality and Nina points the finger at Drew. Liesl says Drew needs to be dealt with. Nina says she's tried to make Willow see reason but doesn't know what to do. Liesl says they need to find leverage on Drew. Previous General Hospital (GH) Recap: Liesl Returns to Bond With Rocco About Britt Portia tells Curtis they need to end this, so Drew doesn't have anything to hold over her anymore. She says she's going to the medical board, but Curtis worries she'll lose her license and face criminal charges. He wants to know what Drew is asking her to do now. Portia tells him Drew wants her to alter Michael's medical records. She says she's done doing Drew's bidding and won't break her oath not to hurt a patient. Curtis says Trina will blame herself if Portia loses her license. Portia says Trina will see she's standing up and Drew doesn't get to win. Curtis says they need to be strategic but she doesn't have a choice Anna summons Carly to ask her about Josslyn's new boyfriend Vaughn. Carly says they broke up on the fourth of July and hasn't discussed it with her daughter. She wonders why Anna's interested and she brings up Emma. Anna tells Carly about the night Josslyn staked her claim on Vaughn. She thinks Emma was more interested in taking him away from Josslyn rather than Vaughn himself. Carly says Vaughn is the first guy Josslyn has been interested in since Dex died. Anna mentions how fixated Josslyn was to prove Cyrus was responsible for Dexter death, which is news to Carly. Carly mentions Josslyn's sudden trip to Easter Island which perks up Anna's spidey sense. Carly says when Josslyn came back she threw herself into the research position with Dalton. Carly questions Anna again but she claims not to know anything about Vaughn. Carly says she's ok with Josslyn living her life instead of being mired in grief. Josslyn and Vaughn are at the airport ready to intercept Dalton's go-between. When the woman shows up, Vaughn distracts her so Josslyn can put a tracker in the backpack. Dante is also at the airport searching for security footage when he spots Josslyn and Vaughn and watches them. Dante updates Anna and says Vaughn had a partner, and she guesses it was Josslyn. Jason is waiting for his flight back to Port Charles, when he spots a woman who looks like Britt, get on the plane. Keep checking back for the latest General Hospital recaps! This story was originally reported by Daytime Confidential on Jul 19, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
