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See the Full List of Winners for The 51st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has announced the winners of the 51st Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards, held tonight at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in historic downtown Los Angeles. The ceremony was broadcast live on CBS at 8:00 PM ET/PT and streamed on Paramount+.* This year marked the 18th time CBS has broadcast the Daytime Emmy® Awards, more than any other network.

Scoop: General Hospital: 60 Years of Stars and Storytelling on ABC - Thursday, January 4, 2024

Get all the scoop on General Hospital: 60 Years of Stars and Storytelling, airing on ABC on Thursday, January 4, 2024! ABC’s Emmy Award-winning daytime drama “General Hospital” will celebrate its milestone 60th anniversary with a primetime special, “General Hospital: 60 Years of Stars and Storytelling.”

Photos: GENERAL HOSPITAL Celebrates 15,000th Episode Milestone

View pictures as the cast, crew and creative team of “General Hospital” celebrated the 15,000th episode milestone of TV’s longest-running scripted television drama currently in production with a cake-cutting ceremony on the Prospect Studios lot in Los Angeles on Thursday, May 12, 2022. 

ABC To Resume Airing Original Unaired Episodes Of GENERAL HOSPITAL

Beginning today, WEDNESDAY, JAN. 29, ABC will resume airing original unaired episodes of “General Hospital” on broadcast television in their West Coast territories and those areas not impacted by recent ABC News' live coverage of the Senate impeachment trial.

Stars of GENERAL HOSPITAL Return to Graceland for Second Annual Fan Celebration

The stars of ABC's Emmy® Award-winning daytime drama “General Hospital” are returning to Elvis Presley's Graceland® for a second annual “General Hospital”-themed fan celebration. The three-day event, which kicks off Friday, Jan. 17, 2020, will include numerous exclusive events held in various locations throughout the Graceland campus including Elvis Presley's Memphis entertainment and exhibit complex and the AAA-rated Four Diamond luxury resort The Guest House at Graceland. Beginning today, WEDNESDAY, NOV. 13, fans can log on to Graceland.com/GeneralHospital and purchase tickets, which include the opportunity to attend intimate “General Hospital”-themed parties, such as the “General Hospital Variety Show” and the “Metro Court Hotel Lounge Party, ” as well as catch screenings of classic episodes, blooper reels and never-before-seen content.  

GENERAL HOSPITAL's Nurses Ball Returns May 17

“General Hospital”'s infamous Nurses Ball returns to Port Charles, Friday, May 17 on ABC. The much-anticipated event kicks off with stunning red carpet arrivals beginning FRIDAY, MAY 17; followed by awe-inspiring original music and performances, MONDAY, MAY 20; TUESDAY MAY 21; and WEDNESDAY, MAY 22. Celebrating its 25th year and founded in 1994 by Port Charles resident Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), the Nurses Ball is one of General Hospital's most enchanting charity events dedicated to raising money for HIV/AIDS awareness and research. Stunning red carpet fashion with plenty of romance and folly define this exciting programming event.

GENERAL HOSPITAL Announces 'Best of The Nurses Ball 2014 �" 2018'

ABC's “General Hospital”'s wildly popular Nurses Ball returns to Port Charles, THURSDAY, MAY 16. In anticipation of this year's eponymous event, ABC is releasing the “Best of the Nurses Ball 2014-2018” collection. The collection includes 16 episodes from fictional Port Charles' most glamorous charity event, the Nurses Ball. Dedicated to HIV/AIDS awareness and research, the Nurses Ball features exquisite red carpet fashion, original music, awe-inspiring musical and dance performances, and plenty of intrigue, excitement and drama.  

Elvis Presley's Graceland to Host GENERAL HOSPITAL-Themed Fan Celebration

For the first time ever, Elvis Presley's Graceland will host a special “General Hospital”-themed fan celebration. The event, which kicks off Friday, Jan. 18, will include numerous exclusive events held in various locations throughout the Graceland Campus; including Elvis Presley's Memphis entertainment and exhibit complex, and the AAA-rated Four Diamond luxury resort, The Guest House at Graceland. Beginning today, FRIDAY, NOV. 16, fans can log on to Graceland.com/GeneralHospital and purchase tickets for a rare opportunity to attend intimate “General Hospital”-themed parties, such as “The Live Nurses Ball” and the “Metro Court Hotel Lounge Party, ” as well as catch screenings of classic episodes, blooper reels and never-before-seen content.

Two Decades of Sonny and Carly Corinthos' Relationship on GENERAL HOSPITAL Now Available on ABC.com and ABC App

To coincide with Maurice Benard's extraordinary 25 years on the show and a very special anniversary episode airing today, MONDAY, NOV. 12, “General Hospital” fans will be able to access 20 episodes featuring the best and most memorable moments from Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Carly's (Sarah Joy Brown, Tamara Braun and Laura Wright, appearing chronologically) explosive and tumultuous 20-year relationship. Beginning today through Feb. 12, all 20 episodes are available for viewers with no sign in required at abc.com/sonnyandcarly  and on the ABC app.

ABC's GENERAL HOSPITAL Super Couple's Love Story Now Available on abc.com and the ABC App Presented by The Clorox Company

Since its inception, Sam (Kelly Monaco) and Jason's (Steve Burton) intense and tumultuous relationship has captivated “General Hospital”'s viewers' imaginations. Beginning today through September 30, fans can relive JaSam's love story. From their first meeting, first kiss and first “I love you” to tequila and dominoes, water gun fights and a rooftop proposal, 15 episodes highlighting the most unforgettable moments from the last 15 years of their love story are being presented by The Clorox Company® on ABC.com and the ABC app. All 15 episodes are available for viewers with no sign-in required at www.abc.com/JasonandSam.

ABC's GENERAL HOSPITAL Nurses Ball Returns Wednesday, May 16

“General Hospital”'s annual Nurses Ball, this year sponsored by Olay, returns on WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, and airs through MONDAY MAY 21. Founded in 1994 by Port Charles resident Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), the Nurses Ball is one of fictional Port Charles' most glamorous charity events, dedicated to HIV/AIDS awareness and research. This year, celebrity guest appearances include “The Chew”'s Carla Hall and “The Bachelor”'s Nick Viall. In her debut performance, Hall takes on an infamous role decades in the making; while Viall joins Aurora media maven Nina Clay (Michelle Stafford) on the red carpet, as they welcome viewers into what promises to be a memorable night. From Sam McCall's (Kelly Monaco) stunning arrival to Sonny Corinthos' (Maurice Benard) unwavering support and Jason Morgan's (Steve Burton) tireless search for answers, as well as never-before-seen musical performances and a surprise proposal, the Nurses Ball promises to be this year's can't-miss event.

GENERAL HOSPITAL's Nurses Ball Returns to ABC; Mario Lopez to Make 'GH' Debut

GENERAL HOSPITAL annual Nurses Ball, this year being sponsored by Burt's Bees, returns MONDAY, MAY 22, 2017, on ABC.

GENERAL HOSPITAL's Nurses Ball Returns to ABC; Mario Lopez to Make 'GH' Debut

GENERAL HOSPITAL annual Nurses Ball, this year being sponsored by Burt's Bees, returns MONDAY, MAY 22, 2017, on ABC.

GENERAL HOSPITAL Invites Fans Stars to Celebrate at First Official Convention

Television's most passionate fans will gather to celebrate the longest running American soap opera currently in production and the third longest American soap in American TV history, “General Hospital,” MARCH 11-12, 2017, at the beautifully renovated Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Hotel Convention Center.

Disney/ABC Television Group Receives 13 DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS

The Disney|ABC Television Group received thirteen Daytime Emmy Awards during the '43rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards.' DATG tied for the most Daytime Emmys of any network at the May 1 ceremony, and additionally received six Daytime Creative Arts Emmys on April 29.

GENERAL HOSPITAL's 'Nurses Ball' Returns to ABC This May

GENERAL HOSPITAL's annual Nurses Ball sponsored by Aveeno returns TUESDAY, MAY 24-26, 2016 on ABC.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith & FABLIFE Host Joe Zee to Appear on GENERAL HOSPITAL

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith and “FABLife” host Joe Zee, editor-in-chief, Yahoo Style, both longtime “General Hospital” enthusiasts, will make cameo appearances on Thursday, March 31 and Friday, April 1, respectively on ABC. 

Genie Francis to Reprise Role of Laura Spencer on GENERAL HOSPITAL

Genie Francis, the legendary and Daytime Emmy® Award-winning actress, will return to ABC's “General Hospital” as beloved character Laura Spencer, it was announced today by Frank Valentini, Executive Producer, “General Hospital.”

Genie Francis to Return to ABC's GENERAL HOSPITAL

Genie Francis, the legendary and Daytime Emmy® Award-winning actress, will return to ABC's “General Hospital” as beloved character Laura Spencer, it was announced today by Frank Valentini, Executive Producer, “General Hospital.”

MAY is A-May-Zing on ABC's GENERAL HOSPITAL

Music. Mayhem. Mystery. Muscles and a touch of “Magic” will return to ABC when “General Hospital's” annual “Nurses Ball” sponsored by Aveeno® takes center stage FRIDAY, MAY 1, MONDAY, MAY 4 and TUESDAY, MAY 5.