Tuesday, June 16, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Tuesday, June 16, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Although Michael agrees to go back to Carly’s, things remain tense between him and his mother. Michael confesses to Kristina he fears he might act out and end up hurting someone he loves. Jason confides his worries about Michael to Sam and asks her to have a talk with Kristina.

Ric asserts his belief that he could be the father of Claudia’s baby to Sonny.

Nikolas questions whether or not he should continue being involved with Rebecca. Ethan reminds Rebecca that he’s calling the shots in their con game.

Sam’s shocked to learn of Brianna Hughes death as she reveals to Jason and Spinelli that she’d been hired by the Mayor’s wife to get proof of her husband’s extramarital activities. Spinelli jumps to the conclusion that Brianna was murdered.

Patrick and Robin get Matt out of Jake’s. Patrick inadvertently gives Diane more ammunition to use in her malpractice suit. Diane later informs Patrick that he’s going to be named in the malpractice suit along with Matt.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Tracy catches Ethan and Rebecca together.
• Maxie and Spinelli set out to solve a mystery.
• Diane suspects Alexis is up to something.

“General Hospital” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Monday, June 15, 2009 10:54 PM ET | By Scotty Gore

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — One Life to Live” Episode Recap – Monday, June 15, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

“Mother and Child Reunion”

Miserable after being jilted by Ray, a drunken Dorian makes a disaster of the party Langston throws to celebrate Markko’s graduation. Markko’s conservative parents are horrified when Dorian reveals Markko and Langston slept together on prom night and forbid their son to have any contact with Langston whatsoever. Dorian continues on her tear, kicking Moe and Noelle out of the house and firing Shaun. Incensed by her behavior, Langston shoves Dorian into the pool.

Téa’s outraged when Todd forces her to testify at his and Blair custody hearing as she knows she could be disbarred if she tells the truth by admitting she played a part in John and Blair’s sham of a marriage. Blair and Téa both expose the other’s secret when they reveal they each admitted Todd was the love of their lives. The judge rules that Todd and Blair will both retain custody of the kids but decides that everyone must live together under one roof. Téa plans on getting even with Todd.

Marcie and Starr have a heart to heart talk, with Marcie telling Starr she sees how much she’s matured since Hope’s birth and can tell she’s ready to be a mother to her own daughter. A spiteful Asher tempts Cole with pills. Although tempted to find a temporary escape, Cole comes to his senses and decides to throw the pills into the water just as a cop approaches him.

On the Next One Life to Live…

• Cole is in trouble with the law.
• Michael has a surprise for Marcie. 
• Shaun plants a kiss on Rachel.

“One Life to Live” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Monday, June 15, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Monday, June 15, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Liza confesses the truth to Tad as she reveals she’s faking being pregnant so that she and Jake can pass Amanda’s baby off as being hers. Tad is vastly opposed to what Liza and Jake are doing. Remembering the ordeal he went through with Kathy, Tad doesn’t believe any parent, even someone as despicable as David, should be duped into thinking they lost a child.

Amanda musters up the strength to hand her baby over to Jake but not before saying an emotional and heartfelt goodbye to her newborn little boy. David tracks Jake and Amanda down to the clinic in Barbados and finds Amanda an emotional wreck when he barges into her room. Jake claims that Amanda’s baby died during a complicated birth. Jake fears David might uncover the truth when he demands to see his son’s body.

Krystal reaches out to Marissa when she laments the fact that she doesn’t seem to be enough to fill the void in David’s life. Marissa and Krystal worry what David might do if he loses another child.

Ryan pulls the truth out of Emma, who says Annie told her about having a guardian angel that’s going to help her come home. Aidan denies helping Annie when Ryan confronts him, saying he doesn’t think Annie should ever be set free.

On the Next All My Children…

• Ryan questions Adam’s motives for helping Annie.
• Kendall is torn between two men.
• Ryan receives a mysterious phone call.

“All My Children” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Monday, June 15, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Monday, June 15, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Remembering that he could easily be the father of the child she’s carrying, Sonny tells Claudia he doesn’t want her to leave.

Carl’’s relieved to learn Michael is safe and sound at Sonny’s and heads over there. Sonny and Carly debate where Michael should live, with Carly adamantly stating her son needs to be with her. Meanwhile, Claudia and Michael continue to enjoy their easy rapport. Wanting to get back in Sonny and Carly’s good graces, Claudia says she believes Michael should live with Carly.

Jason comes to Sam’s rescue when he finds her being harassed and is completely unaware that the man he rendered unconscious is an undercover cop.

Alexis admits to Diane that the Mayor wants her to get Diane to drop the malpractice suit that Brianna Hughes’ family is lodging against Matt and sweep the whole matter under the rug.

Patrick regrets that he allowed Matt to perform Brianna’s surgery. After trying to hit on Maxie at Jake’s, Matt starts to beat up Spinelli. Johnny gets into the fray, quickly getting the upper hand on Matt as he begins to pummel him. Coleman calls Patrick warning him that Matt’s in trouble.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Ric stirs up trouble between Sonny and Claudia.
• Jason confides in Sam about his concerns for Michael.
• Michael fears he’ll end up attacking someone he loves.

“General Hospital” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Friday, June 12, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Scotty Gore

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — One Life to Live” Episode Recap – Friday, June 12, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

“Pomp & Circumstance”

Marty takes the stand in Todd and Blair’s custody hearing. Marcie is affected by all the mentions of Hope she overhears and later tells Michael they need to talk.  Cole sees Michael with Hope at the diner.  Starr opens the door to find Marcie there with Hope in her arms.   

Marty arrives at the school in the nick of time to see Cole graduate.  Cole is disappointed that he won’t get a real diploma until he passes summer school.  Asher approaches Cole on the docks. 

Dorian’s blood boils when she can’t seem to escape being bombarded by happy couples, which only reminds her of how alone she really is. 

Renee suggests that Viki and Charlie should have a double wedding with Clint and Nora.   

On the Next One Life to Live…

• Marcie’s actions take Starr by surprise. 
• Dorian makes a fool of herself in public.
• The judge in Todd and Blair’s custody case renders his ruling. 

“One Life to Live” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Friday, June 12, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Friday, June 12, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Liza’s anxious to get in touch with Jake after learning he and Amanda left on their honeymoon. Jake finally returns one of Liza’s many calls and assures her everything is going according to plan. Jake and Amanda head to the hospital in Barbados when she goes into labor unexpectedly. Amanda delivers a healthy baby boy and has Jake place him in her arms despite her earlier claim that she never wanted to see her child. Meanwhile, Marissa appeals to David to not try and snatch Amanda’s baby away from her once he tracks her down. Tad suspects Liza’s up to something.

Jack presents the Slater’s with an option. Kendall is moved by Zach’s vehemence when he refuses to entertain the idea of her pleading guilty in order to get a lighter sentence. Kendall confronts Zach about the kiss they shared.

Emma fakes being sick in order to go to the hospital in hopes of seeing Annie. Against Ryan’s wishes, Aidan arranges for Annie spend time with Emma. Annie tells Emma that she has a guardian angel who is going to fix everything.

On the Next All My Children…

• Tad figures out what Liza’s really up to.
• Amanda faces a difficult decision.
• Krystal and Marissa fear what David will do next.

“All My Children” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Friday, June 12, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Friday, June 12, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Claudia’s vastly relieved when Kelly tells her the baby is still alive but cautions she needs to avoid stress. Claudia rips into Olivia when she finds her telling Sonny that it wouldn’t be that surprising if Ric were the baby’s father. Sonny tells Claudia to feel free to pack her bags and leave if she wants. Sonny, however, witnesses Claudia’s vulnerability when he overhears her privately voicing her love for her unborn baby.

Michael’s homecoming doesn’t go smoothly. Kristina picks up Michael after he storms out on Carly but their impromptu joyride could end in disaster.

A defensive Matt spurns Patrick and Robin when they try to reach out to him after his patient dies during surgery. Diane lets Matt, Robin and Patrick know that the family of Brianna Hughes is planning on suing Matt for malpractice.

Lulu, Maxie and Spinelli discover what’s really going on with Kate.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Sonny has a change of heart towards Claudia.
• Matt continues to push Robin and Patrick away.
• Sam is in over her head when she takes on a new case.

“General Hospital” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Scotty Gore

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — One Life to Live” Episode Recap – Thursday, June 11, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

“Promises to Keep”

Jessica grieves for Chloe.  Jessica understands why Natalie kept the truth about Chloe from her.  Natalie apologizes to Michael and Marcie, explaining her reasons for doing what she did.  Although thrilled to have Hope, Marcie feels badly for Jessica. Starr admits to Langston she almost didn’t go through wtih the adoption.  Starr and Cole connect as they grieve together.  Marcie overhears Langston telling Markko that Starr almost changed her mind about giving up her baby. 

Shane tells Stacy about overhearing Gigi’s claim that she didn’t sleep with Brody but Stacy convinces him it’s just another one of Gigi’s lies. 

A melancholy Jessica finds some comfort with Bree and Brody. 

On the Next One Life to Live…

• Marty is called to testify at Blair and Todd’s custody hearing.
• Graduation Day arrives at Llanview High.  
• Dorian is jealous of those around her.  

“One Life to Live” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Thursday, June 11, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Tad punches David when he tries to make trouble at Jake and Amanda’s wedding. David ends up gagged and tied to a chair as Jake and Amanda exchange impromptu vows from the heart before Tad pronounces them husband and wife. Krystal tries to warn Marissa off David but she staunchly defends her father to the group.

Zach promises to keep Liza’s secret after she swears she’ll never say anything to incriminate Kendall. Liza is left shaken after David accuses her of having taken his case just so she could purposely lose it.

Zach and Kendall share a kiss after getting good news about Ian. Kendall and Ryan admit that Zach and Greenlee are still in their hearts, respectively.

Erica wants Aidan to keep Annie away from Adam but he turns it around and demands Erica keep Adam away from Annie. Erica pays Annie a visit.

On the Next All My Children…

• Amanda gives birth.
• Kendall and Zach grow closer.
• Tad wants to know what Liza’s really up to.

“All My Children” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Thursday, June 11, 2009.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Jason manages to get Michael to calm down after he has a violent outburst directed towards Elizabeth. Jason admits to Sonny he doesn’t know whether or not Michael should live with Carly. Michael’s agonized over not being able to control his emotions.

Claudia fears the worst when Kelly performs an ultrasound on her.

Jax confides to Alexis that he’s keeping secrets from Carly but pulls back from revealing what he knows about Claudia’s role in Michael’s shooting.

Alexis puts the screws to Mayor Floyd to increase the city’s budget for public schools.

Patrick reluctantly agrees to allow Matt to perform the emergency surgery on Brianna Hughes, the Mayor’s mistress. Matt faces a crisis in the operating room while Patrick and Robin are enjoying themselves in the park with Emma.

Maxie gives Spinelli the go ahead to keep digging into why Kate is leaking confidential Crimson information to the competition.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Olivia shares her suspicions about Claudia with Sonny.
• Michael’s homecoming doesn’t go smoothly.
• Spinelli, Maxie and Lulu discover Kate’s secret.

“General Hospital” airs Weekdays on ABC. Weeknights on SOAPnet. Check local listings.

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