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GH Recap - Friday, May 23, 2025 | Michael Crashes the Nurses Ball with a Custody Bombshell — While Gio’s Parent Drama Steals the Spotlight

Talk about drama overload. Gio drops a violin-smashing truth bomb, Michael makes a comeback that stuns the crowd, and Drew tries—and fails—to play peacemaker with Carly. In this wild General Hospital recap, no one escapes unscathed.

Michael (Rory Gibson) | GH, ABC

Gio Steals the Spotlight and Smashes It — Literally

Just when you thought the Nurses Ball was winding down, Gio turned the whole thing into an emotional wrecking ball. The moment he dedicated his performance to the parents who didn't want him, Brook Lynn and Dante—then dropped the mic with accusations of abandonment and lies—every jaw in that ballroom hit the floor. And just like that, his violin met its untimely demise in a dramatic smash. Exit Gio, stage left, leaving chaos in his wake.

Lois and Brook Lynn bolted after him like their heels were on fire, while Dante looked like he got hit by a freight train of family secrets. Cody, looking more uncomfortable than ever, had to pull Dante aside to confirm what Gio just aired out—yes, Brook Lynn had a baby back in the day, and surprise! That baby is Gio. Dante’s brain pretty much short-circuited on the spot. Chase tried to stay neutral, but even he couldn't keep a lid on the truth. The audience may have shown up for a charity ball, but they got a full-blown family soap opera instead.

Carly’s Had Enough, Drew’s Playing Lawyer, and Willow’s Switzerland

Meanwhile, Carly was doing her best to keep her cool and stay out of the fallout zone—but let’s be real, when has that ever worked? She stopped Lulu from chasing after Dante, pointing out that Lulu has already done more than enough damage. Carly wasn’t in the mood for chaos until Drew and Willow showed up with their “compromise” about custody.

Let’s just say Carly did not appreciate being served legal drama like it was hors d'oeuvres at the ball. Willow, trying to play diplomat, offered Michael every other weekend and summers with the kids. Carly wasn’t buying it. Drew hit her with the “Scout will be fine without you” routine, and Carly clapped back with a court threat. Forget co-parenting—this was war in designer gowns.

Liz and Lucas Watch the Drama from the Best Seat in the House — The Couch

Back at Liz’s place, the Nurses Ball was a spectator sport. Liz and Lucas were cozied up with champagne, snarking on the madness like it was a reality show finale. They reminisced about past ball proposals and shared laughs about off-key kids and taser-worthy red carpets. If anyone deserved a front-row seat to the drama without having to deal with the aftermath, it was them.

Lucas even got sentimental watching Wiley, but reminded himself he’s no longer the boy’s dad. Liz sweetly gave him permission to ooh and ahh in private, because what’s family gossip without a little heart?

Michael’s Back — and He’s Not Here for Negotiations

Just when the audience thought the surprises were over, Michael walked into the ballroom like a Corinthos with a purpose. Right as the kids finished their sweet little number, Wiley spotted his dad and ran to him with open arms. Cue stunned silence as Michael declared he was taking his son home. The look on Willow and Drew’s faces? Priceless.

Rory Gibson made his official debut as the new Michael Corinthos with a bang—literally stealing the last moment of the Nurses Ball. 

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