From Brook Lynn’s emotional concerns about adoption to Sonny weighing a high-stakes offer from Sidwell to sell his piers, the May 9 episode of General Hospital delivered intense drama, shifting alliances, and major developments. Here’s a full recap along with all the key spoilers you need to know.
Spoiler filled recap for what happened on General Hospital on Friday, May 9, 2025
Brook Lynn and Chase begin the adoption process
Chase and Brook Lynn met with Alexis to discuss their adoption plans. Brook Lynn confessed her fears about being disqualified due to her past—she once gave up a baby for adoption in a closed arrangement. Alexis reassured them that agencies focus on current circumstances rather than past mistakes. Brook Lynn leaned toward a closed adoption, wanting to avoid confusion for their future child. Alexis promised to connect them with adoption attorneys but warned that the process could take time.
Lulu makes Danny and Rocco face the consequences
Danny arrived at Lulu’s house to apologize for his role in Rocco’s underage drinking incident. Lulu made him explain himself before allowing him to see Rocco, who was already scrubbing the house as punishment. Danny took full responsibility, and Lulu ordered him to help Rocco clean. As the boys worked outside, Danny vowed to be a better brother.
Dante confronts Jason about his role as a father
Dante confronted Jason about Danny’s reckless behavior. Though he wasn’t pressing charges, he clarified that Danny needed a father, not a friend. Lois interrupted, defending Jason while acknowledging Dante’s anger. Jason admitted he had failed Danny by prioritizing Sonny’s business over his son.
Curtis questions Tracy’s agenda
Tracy defended her alliance with Drew and Sidwell to Curtis, insisting Sonny needed to go. Ned joined them, and the conversation shifted to Chase and Brook Lynn’s adoption plans. Tracy later cornered Ned, demanding he help oust Sonny. Ned agreed to support Laura as mayor but refused to back Sonny. Meanwhile, Lulu secretly worked on Ned to secure his endorsement for Laura.
Sidwell tries to buy Sonny’s piers
Sidwell visited Sonny with a strategic offer: sell the piers to avoid fallout from the esplanade vote. He argued that public support would swing toward Laura if Sonny no longer owned the property. Sonny seemed unwell during the meeting but brushed it off. Later, Sidwell visited Alexis, demanding legal paperwork for a real estate deal.
