Michael’s Downfall Begins! General Hospital Recap (July 16, 2025): Sasha’s Exit and Drew’s Dirty Trap Rock Port Charles

Michael faced sabotage while Sasha prepared to leave, and Portia reached a breaking point on General Hospital. In the July 16 episode, emotional farewells, a brewing custody setup, and shifting alliances rocked Port Charles. Let’s break down everything that happened in today’s General Hospital Recap.

Sasha’s Farewell Leaves Port Charles Shaken

Sasha’s decision to leave town with Daisy brought bittersweet moments. She first opened up to Nina about the emotional fallout of Daisy’s connection to Sonny. Nina blamed herself, still haunted by her paternity reveal. But Sasha gave her grace, saying none of this was Nina’s fault.

They shared a tearful embrace, parting on good terms. When Danny came home, he also got a chance to say goodbye to Daisy. Their bond, though brief, felt genuine. Danny told her she’d always feel like a sister to him. As Sasha packed, Michael held Daisy tightly, struggling to let go. The emotional weight of this goodbye clearly crushed him.

General Hospital Recap: Curtis and Nina Team Up—But Drew’s Name Looms Large

Curtis found himself caught in the middle again. Stella confronted him about the smear article targeting Sonny. Curtis wouldn’t fully confess who started it, but it wasn’t his idea. Later, when Nina offered help, Curtis knew she was working under someone else’s thumb—likely Drew’s.

Curtis wasn’t wrong to be suspicious. He remembered Nina’s past hookups with Drew and felt betrayal might be necessary. The two agreed: Drew had to be stopped. This reluctant alliance may tip the scales against Sonny—or at least shake up Aurora Media from within.

Tracy’s Push, Jason’s Stand, and a Quartermaine Crisis

Over at the Quartermaine mansion, Michael was moments away from ditching Port Charles. He considered running off with Sasha, Daisy, and his kids. But Tracy, fierce as ever, blocked him. She said Monica didn’t deserve that kind of abandonment.

Later, Tracy cornered Jason and urged him to back her plan to drive Sonny out of town. Jason didn’t fully commit, but the wheels are in motion. Meanwhile, Sasha watched Michael hold Daisy like she was his own. You could see it broke her heart to leave that behind.

General Hospital Recap: Portia’s Breaking Point and Drew’s Dark Scheme

Drew went full villain. He told Portia to fake Michael’s medical records to make him look like an opioid addict. Portia refused, horrified by the order. But Drew reminded her Michael still came to GH for blood tests after his burn injury, giving her an opening.

When Portia refused again, Drew smugly walked off, convinced she’d fold under pressure. And she did—at least emotionally. Portia screamed, trashed her office, and broke down in rage. She was torn between ethics and fear of losing her job or worse.

Willow’s Wedding Wishes and Drew’s Final Move

Willow shared wedding dreams with Isaiah, wishing her kids could attend. Her heart was heavy, but her resolve was strong. Meanwhile, Drew updated her—his twisted plan against Michael was already rolling. He felt justified, ready to frame Michael as a danger to his kids. Their grudge now threatens to erupt into a full-blown custody war. Willow backed Drew’s move, showing just how deep her bitterness runs. With each scene, this trio inches closer to disaster.

That wraps up today’s General Hospital Recap. Michael’s world is crumbling fast, while Portia, Nina, and Curtis face moral tests. As alliances shift and farewells break hearts, the drama is just heating up. Stay tuned for more updates, only on Soap Opera Daily!