On General Hospital, Carly is trying to outmaneuver the dangerous WSB agent Jack Brennan. But there are some things she won’t do or say. Her on-screen portrayer, Laura Wright, reveals the one word that won’t ever cross her alter ego’s lips. If so, it could change the direction of her storyline.
Key Takeaways
- Carly formed an alliance with Brennan.
- She is using the role of an ally (and a possible love interest) to gather intel and protect Josslyn.
- Wright shared one ground rule she has about her character’s dialogue.
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Wright Reveals Why Carly Never Says ‘Maybe’
In an interview with Soaps.com, Laura Wright reflected on Carly’s journey. She admitted that she’s “never been happier” in her life to take on the polarizing character. Wright will continue to have fun with Carly’s story even if “tomorrow could be a sh**show.”
But there are lines that need to be drawn, even when it comes to Carly’s dialogue. Wright revealed the one word that her character will never utter. Carly is never known for being wishy-washy, and Wright is preventing a rewrite of her alter ego.
She’s certain about everything she does, even if it’s decisive. “When I get a script, and it says, ‘maybe so-and-so’ or it has a ‘maybe’ a lot, I cut [those out],” Wright said. “I’m like, ‘No, Carly’s not a maybe character. She’s going to go all out… and if she’s wrong, she’ll take her hit.”
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What This Means for Carly’s Storyline
Currently, Carly wants to outwit Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna). She wants to get closer to him so she can protect Josslyn (Eden McCoy) from getting involved with the WSB. In her game with Brennan, Carly has to make each move with absolute confidence.
If she used the word “maybe,” while making a deal or feeding him information, Brennan would immediately smell a rat. By removing the “maybe” from her dialogue, Wright ensures that Carly sounds like a certain woman who’s already made up her mind, making her lies much more convincing.
This allows Brennan to play into her hands, where she needs him. Normally, Brennan plays upon people’s doubts. If Carly ever used the words “maybe,” it would give him the power to manipulate her.
Wright’s strict rule allows Carly to flip the script, so to speak. Now, she’s the one who has the power over him. By giving him a definitive “yes” or “no,” she has the upper hand. She is the one who’s in control.
Brennan typically operates in shades of grey, while Carly moves with absolutes. If she were to make any false moves, it could put her and Josslyn at risk.
