Friday, December 17, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Friday, December 17, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Lulu worries that Dante is presently in love with Brenda. Luke expresses his doubts about Dante to Sonny. Brenda cracks under Carly’s relentless accusations, finally admitting the truth of the Balkan’s son. Jax buys a gun, ready to take down Jerry to protect Brenda.

Despite Alexis’ reservations, Diane hires Theo as temporary legal relief.

Lucky receives a phone call from Siobhan’s family in Ireland.

Elizabeth witnesses Nikolas and Brooke Lynn growing closer, and she does not like it.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Jerry’s on the move.
• Sonny continues to defend his relationship with Brenda to Carly and Alexis.
• Dante and Brenda discuss their secret.

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

Friday, December 17, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Friday, December 17, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Kendall learns of a meeting at Fusion and is upset with Greenlee for keeping her in the dark. Kendall thinks Greenlee is trying to push her out of the company. Madison gets involved and comes to Kendall’s defense. Madison confides in Kendall that she’s thinking of leaving town. Kendall informs Griffin that she wants to play a bigger role with the Miranda Project and from now on he will be reporting to her.

Stuck in Pine Valley due to an issue with her passport, Cara assures Griffin she isn’t happy about this. While Cara and Angie both agree it isn’t wise for her to work at the hospital, Jake suggests she does. Amanda suggests to Cara they do lunch to get to know each other.

On the Next All My Children…

• Greenlee gets into the hospital computer and discovers something shocking.
• Annie blurts to JR that she loves him, catching him off guard.
• Erica and Caleb share a close moment.

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

Thursday, December 16, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Thursday, December 16, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Jax threatens Jerry, saying he will not let Jerry harm Brenda. Jerry puts a gun to Carly before taking off – warning he will stop at nothing until he gets Brenda. Sonny asks Jax for info on Jerry so they can bring Jerry down once and for all. Brenda is mysteriously being sued for the wrongful death of Banovic. Theo arrives at Diane and Alexis’ law offices, prepared to help with Brenda’s wrongful death suit and help with Sonny’s international affairs.

Robin tries to sway Theo out of his malpractice suit, but he will not hear of it.

Michael and Abby grow closer when Michael convinces her to give him another chance and go out with him.

Nikolas asks Alexis to draw up a contract for Brook Lynn’s work-for-hire. Alexis tries to dissuade them both out of their arranged relationships.

On the Next General Hospital…

• One step closer to solving the Balkan mystery.
• Lulu worries that Dante is in love with Brenda.
• Elizabeth witnesses Nikolas and Brook Lynn growing closer and does not like it.

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

Thursday, December 16, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Thursday, December 16, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Kendall is uncomfortable running into Ryan and Greenlee. Once Greenlee takes off, Kendall agrees to hear Ryan out. He wants to celebrate Christmas together, especially for the sake of the kids. Kendall agrees as long as he doesn’t bring Greenlee. He tries to change her mind but Kendall makes it clear that if they didn’t have a son together she would feel the same way towards him as she does Greenlee.

Madison tells Frankie that she isn’t going to tell Ryan she’s pregnant. Frankie and Randi compliment Madison on making these big decisions and Madison thinks it’s time she starts getting used to doing things on her own.

Jake is rattled after he has another flashback of Cara and makes it clear to his ex that he’s found happiness with Amanda and his son.

On the Next All My Children…

• Madison confides in Kendall that she’s thinking of leaving town.
• Liza delivers big news to Ryan and Greenlee.
• Amanda suggests to Cara they do lunch to get to know each other.

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

Wednesday, December 15, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Wednesday, December 15, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Sonny and Brenda fall deeper back into love, even as it may seem she is finally safe and able to go back to Rome. Sonny gives Brenda a Christmas present. All await confirming news that Jerry Jax is dead, but he is not. Instead, Jerry shows up at the Jax home, proclaiming his hatred for Brenda as he holds Josslyn close.

Theo announces that he is suing General Hospital for malpractice. Steve, Patrick and Lisa are all named in the suit, but Theo spares Robin due to her compassion for him.

Michael questions Abby’s sudden change of heart but she is vague. Glum, Michael ends up in a close call fight with Bryce over Kristina, and Abby saves the day.

Luke fights his instinct to flee before the wedding.

Claire mentions to Sonny that she is being transferred to Alaska.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Sonny wants to bring Jerry down once and for all.
• Carly’s life is put in danger.
• Robin tries to sway Theo out of his malpractice suit.

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

Wednesday, December 15, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Wednesday, December 15, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Annie is disappointed when JR gives her a jewelry box containing diamond earrings and not an engagement ring. Tad calls JR out on being in a hotel room with Annie. JR invites Tad along Christmas tree shopping so he can see his intentions are good when it comes to Marissa and AJ. JR, Tad, Krystal, AJ, and Marissa all share a good time as they set up the Christmas tree. Annie watches the loving moment through the window and when all retreat to another room she enters the mansion and Tad catches her and tells her to leave. In a jealous rage, Annie rips apart her hotel room.

While looking for Frankie, Madison strikes up a conversation with Angie regarding her pregnancy. After Angie lets her feel the baby kick, Madison’s hit with a wave of emotions. Ryan’s confused when Madison rambles on about a big decision she has made but doesn’t exactly tell him what that decision is. Greenlee shows up and Madison claims her big announcement is that she’s leaving Fusion. Greenlee tells Madison it’s time she stopped coming around.

On the Next All My Children…

• Madison tells Frankie the decision she made regarding Ryan.
• Kendall agrees to hear Ryan out.
• Jake is rattled after he has another flashback of Cara.

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

Tuesday, December 14, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Tuesday, December 14, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Jerry escapes from Jason and Dante after killing an innocent civilian and driving off with Aleksander’s body. Jason, Dante and Lucky corner him, only for Jerry to drive off the road in flames. Siobhan asks Nikolas to help get Lucky off the Balkan case. Later, she questions Jax for info about Jerry.

Lisa manages to avoid disciplinary action thanks to Johnny’s help. Patrick and Robin fight over how to deal with Lisa.

Sam is conflicted by Michael and Abby’s pairing but resists Carly’s grilling. Carly asks Luke to dig up dirt on Abby. Abby unwillingly tries to turn down Michael.

Luke feels pressured to clear enough money to pay for his wedding to Tracy.

Brook Lynn and Nikolas discuss their past loves and empathize with one another.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Sonny gives Brenda a Christmas present.
• Theo announces that he is suing General Hospital for malpractice.
• Luke fights his instinct to flee before the wedding.

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

Tuesday, December 14, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Tuesday, December 14, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Tad warns Cara to stay away from Jake. Amanda wonders what Jake told Cara about Doctors Without Borders and he reassures her that she isn’t holding him back from anything. Tad offers to investigate Cara after Jake admits he’s curious as to what she’s doing in town.

Caleb tells Erica that she is a good mother and if anyone can help Kendall it’s her. Jackson tells Erica he’d like for them to marry on New Year’s Eve and while she agrees, it’s obvious that there’s broken trust between them. Erica is appreciative of Caleb and all his help and she hopes to one day return the favor regarding him and Asher.

On the Next All My Children…

• Madison’s hit with a wave of emotions.
• JR, Tad, Krystal, AJ, and Marissa all share a good time as they set up the Christmas tree.
• In a jealous rage, Annie rips apart her hotel room.

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

Monday, December 13, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Episode Recap – Monday, December 13, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Sonny and Brenda declare themselves and make love.

Jason and Dante stake out the GH loading dock where the body of Aleksander is to be collected. Jerry Jacks appears to take possession of the remains.

Johnny’s call for help derails Ethan’s chance at romance with Maya.

Johnny appears indifferent to Lisa’s bind over the antibiotics. Just as Steve is about to dismiss her, Johnny comes through with an unexpected save for her career.

Robin and Patrick have another moment of near reconciliation.

Michael confides in Sam about his growing feelings for Abby, Carly threatens Abby and demands the relationship with her son ends immediately.

Lucky warns Luke that he will use whatever force – legal or otherwise – to make sure his father appears at the altar on December 21. Tracy confides in Brook Lynn that she believes Luke will stand her up.

Siobhan witnesses Lucky and Nikolas in reconciliation.

On the Next General Hospital…

• Siobhan asks Nikolas to help get Lucky off the Balkan case.
• Lisa manages to avoid disciplinary actions thanks to Johnny’s help.
• Carly asks Luke to dig up dirt on Abby.

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

Monday, December 13, 2010 6:00 PM ET | By Angela Rosa

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “All My Children” Episode Recap – Monday, December 13, 2010.

IT HAPPENED TODAY…

Cara tells Jake she really needs him back at Doctors Without Borders. Amanda asks Griffin why Cara’s in town. Alone, Jake is hit by a memory’s of Christmas with Cara, while she has the exact same flashback.

After Randi spots Madison waiting for her OBGYN appointment, Madison winds up telling her she is pregnant. Randi encourages Madison to take her time in deciding what she wants to do but after meeting with the doctor and learning she’s three months along, she must make a decision very soon.

Erica tells Greenlee if she wants to help Kendall than she should stay away from her. Erica proceeds to say this incident between the two girls is unlike any other and wishes Greenlee never came back to town as Jackson overhears.

On the Next All My Children…

• Tad warns Cara to stay away from Jake.
• Caleb reassures Erica that she is a good mother.
• Jackson tells Erica he’d like for them to marry on New Year’s Eve.

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