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Came to town: 2006
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Student
Spinelli has a nickname for everyone in Port Charles and it's this unique take on the world that those closest to him love most. He may have a strange way of saying things, but much of what comes out of his mouth is honest and wise. He's a loyal friend, a young computer genius, and the jackal of all trades. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Mobster/Partner in Haunted Star Casino
It's hard to have a good relationship with your father when the guy tried to kill you. Johnny lost his mother at age nine when she saved him from being shot by his unstable father, Anthony. Since then, he's lived a sheltered life, practically a prisoner in his own house. Now that his dad is out of the way, Johnny has a chance to take over the family business and experience the world. Came to town: 1993
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Mob Boss Those who hate him call him a dangerous criminal. Those who love him know there's more than meets the eye. Sonny's intensity and strength are necessary when balancing fatherhood, love, and business. But sometimes maintaining his emotional highs and lows can be even more of a challenge. Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Assistant to Kate Howard/Waitress
As the product of the town's greatest love story, Lulu has a lot to live up to. Growing up virtually without both her parents hasn't been easy, but Lulu's slowly learning to move beyond her rebellious teen years. And while Lulu has admirers fighting over her left and right, the only guy she really wants in her life is her father. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Nurse
Leyla Mir was born in Iran, but fled the country with her family during the Islamic revolution. She was raised in London and came to Port Charles to follow her dreams of working in medicine. Leyla ultimately hopes to become a doctor, but her romantic interests have a history of getting in the way of her career path. Came to town: 2008
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Mobster
Once a gangly and awkward teen, Claudia is now a force to be reckoned with. She's in Port Charles to get in on the family "business"--or rather, take it over. Don't expect smooth sailing: This mob princess may meet her match in Sonny Corinthos. Came to town: 1982
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Mob Enforcer
A drunk driving accident over ten years ago changed Jason Quartermaine forever. With no memory of his family or past, Jason changed his last name and began life anew in the mob. With a quiet intensity and often intimidating manner, Jason's loyalty and love towards those he holds dear is boundless. Came to town: 1976
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Doctor
Marrying into the Quartermaine family means signing up for a lifetime of drama, but Monica Quartermaine has learned to handle the ups and downs with grace. Everyone has a breaking point, and for Monica the loss of her husband and daughter may be it. Came to town: 2002
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Bodyguard
Loyal like no other, Max has been Sonny Corinthos' bodyguard for years. The protection of Sonny and his loved ones are all that's important to Max. After all, the Corinthos family is his family. Normally quiet, Max has a kind eagerness about him that you can't help but love. Did we mention that when he falls, he falls hard? Came to town: 1996
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Head of Cassadine Industries/Prince
Romantic, gallant and caring, Nikolas Cassadine is a prince, literally and figuratively. That doesn't mean he always gets the girl, especially with a last name as problematic as Cassadine. Nikolas found the real thing with Emily Quartermaine, but her life ended tragically. When Emily started visiting Nikolas again, he thought it was too good to be true. He was right: A hallucinatory side effect of a tumor, Nikolas must choose between saving his life–and losing Emily–or dying with her vision by his side. Came to town: 2008
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Doctor
Not much is known of Matt Hunter's past. What is known is that he's brilliant, arrogant and quite blunt. But is it just a front? Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Nurse
It wasn't easy for Nadine to fit in with the staff at General Hospital. After all, her sister did go on a killing spree there. But she's won their respect with her hard work, compassion and lack of pretension. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Unemployed
Blackmail and manipulation are the common arsenal of this Iraqi war veteran. He came to Port Charles to find his father, so the last thing he expected was to fall in love. Old habits die hard, but Lulu Spencer may be the person to help Logan change his ways. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Nurse
If you can't handle the truth, don't seek the advice of the woman who doesn't know how to be honest without being brutal. While Epiphany often takes the tough love approach with her staff, there's no one she protects more than her colleagues. She's fiercely loyal and proud of it. Came to town: 1978
Marital Status: Married to Luke Spencer
Occupation: ELQ shareholder/Owner, The Haunted Star casino
A Quartermaine by blood and attitude, Tracy wakes up on the wrong side of the bed every morning. Despite her gruff demeanor, Tracy cares deeply for those that can break through her tough veneer. Came to town: 1978
Marital Status: Married to Tracy Quartermaine
Occupation: Runs the Haunted Star Casino
There's nothing conventional about Luke Spencer. He's eccentric, impulsive, and always game for a good adventure. Luke's eternal conundrum is his desire to see the world and his obligation to his children. Luke is learning that life's real adventure is fatherhood, however challenging and trying it can be. Came to town: 1995
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Manager of Kelly's Diner
Mike abandoned his wife, Adella, and their son, Sonny when the latter was just a little boy. Mike didn't enter his son's life again until Sonny was an adult, and things were strained. Slowly, the two have developed a cordial relationship, which gives Mike, an addict, tries to live one day at a time. Came to town: 1978
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Owns ELQ
As the controlling patriarch of one of the wealthiest families in Port Charles, Edward Quartermaine takes the notion of protecting his dynasty to a whole new level. An old curmudgeon, Edward's not afraid to spit in the faces of the mobsters running the town. Too bad one of them is his grandson. Came to town: 1996
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Attorney
A tough as nails attorney, Alexis Davis prides herself on her pragmatism and faith in the law. Unfortunately, her beliefs are often challenged by her personal relationships. Came to town: 2002
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Attorney
Ric Lansing is no stranger to sibling rivalry. Ever since he came to Port Charles he's been torn between hating his brother Sonny, and wanting to get into his good graces. His obsession with Sonny always brings out the worst in Ric, with kidnapping, lying and adultery just a few of his crimes. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Attorney
Armed with a sharp wit and a passion for fashion, Diane is the attorney for Sonny Corinthos' organization. Came to town: 1997
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Nurse
Once a rebellious teenager, Elizabeth Webber has since matured into the role of mother and successful nurse. Warm and caring, her big heart often causes her the most problems. Came to town: 1985
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: International Spy
Robin's mother is a glamorous, international spy. Despite her butt-kicking abilities, she's a warm and loving mother. She's still getting use to the title of grandma, though. Came to town: 2005
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Psychiatrist
The resident psychiatrist at General Hospital, Lainey is used to being a source of support to others and constantly in control. After the deaths of her boyfriend and father, life got crazy and she became the one that needed help. Finally loosening up, her tragedy may result in a happy ending. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Lawyer
This Zacchara mob lawyer was ready to take over after years of secretly running the show. That is, until Claudia Zacchara showed up and declared herself boss. Ruthless and cunning Trevor is willing to do anything, even manipulate his own son, to take control of the empire he believes is rightfully his. Came to town: 1985 Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Pathologist
When she discovered she'd contracted HIV from her first love, Robin Scorpio's life changed forever. For years she closed off her heart for fear of getting hurt. Stubborn and passionate, Robin finally allowed herself to love again with Patrick Drake. Now if only the relationship part were easy. Came to town: 2003
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Casino Employee
For most of her life, Sam was a con artist and rarely stayed in one place for long. Toughened by a difficult life, she finally found a chance at love and family in Port Charles. Heartache has once again hardened Sam, who will make sure she's never hurt again--no matter what it takes. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Orderly
Cassius is the kind of guy that goes with the flow. It's not surprising, given the hardship he's endured: Losing his mother to a heart attack and surviving Hurricane Katrina. Came to town: 2006
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Doctor
Kelly's the kind of girl everyone wants as a friend: Supportive, dependable and always up for fun. Lest you think her life is all roses, Kelly's overcome many demons in her time, including a sex addiction that nearly destroyed her. Came to town: 1996
Marital Status: Married (to Carly Corinthos Jacks)
Occupation: Entrepreneur
Jasper "Jax" Jacks is no stranger to sweeping women off their feet. This good looking Aussie loves travel, adventure, and money, but had a hard time finding the right woman to share it with him. Now the person he once hated most turned out to be his ideal partner. Funny how life works. Came to town: 1998
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Various criminal dealings
After some time away from Port Charles, Jerry Jacks returned to town a changed man--literally. To escape some trouble in his past, Jerry underwent a little nip/tuck and started a whole new life of crime. A sociopathic plague on the community ever since, Jerry has occasional moments of kindness. But they are just moments. <Came to town: 1990
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Assistant to Kate Howard
Years ago, tragedy gave Maxie a second chance at life when her cousin BJ provided her with a heart transplant. Survivor's guilt has gnawed at her ever since, leading her to embrace life with an impulsive recklessness few can match. Plain and simple, Maxie's a bitch. But underneath that aggressiveness, there's a heart. Came to town: 2005
Martial Status: Single
Occupation: Neurosurgeon
Commitment used to be a four letter word for Patrick Drake. But then Patrick fell in love with Robin Scorpio, a fellow doctor, and he changed his ways. You'd think things between them would be easy, right? Think again. Came to town: 1993
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Police Detective
Lucky Spencer's life came crashing down with an addiction to prescription drugs. He beat the habit, but the ultimate price was his marriage. Now faced with starting anew, Lucky's determined not to make the same mistakes. Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Editor-in-chief, Crimson Magazine
Connie Falconari had high fashion dreams, but a girl from Bensonhurst wasn't likely to achieve them. So she changed her name to Kate Howard, made up a backstory and slammed the door on a future with first love Sonny Corinthos. Flash forward years later and Kate Howard and Sonny are back in each other's lives. What do you do when you get a second chance with the one that got away, especially when it means finally being yourself? Came to town: 2007
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Mobster
Volatile, vindictive and murderous, it's an ongoing question whether Anthony Zacchara is clinically insane or just pure evil. Either way, he's not someone to be taken lightly. Came to town: 1996
Marital Status: Married to Jasper "Jax" Jacks
Occupation: Co-owner of Metro Court hotel
If you mess with Carly, be prepared to pay the consequences. Having once held her own as the wife of a mob boss, she now lives by her own rules. And while she makes life miserable for those who've betrayed her, those closest to her have her undying loyalty. Came to town: 1991
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Police Commissioner
In a town run by mobsters heading up the police force is no easy task. The one thing more intimidating than gangsters? Raising a daughter who demands independence, even though the overprotective Mac is hesitant to give it. Came to town: 1977
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: Nurse
Strength and determination are two Bobbie Spencer trademarks. Once a prostitute, she overcame her past to become one of General Hospital's most talented nurses. Always willing to offer comfort and support, Bobbie is a friend to many.

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