On General Hospital, what started as a fake alibi might be turning into something very real. Michael and Jacinda have been walking that delicate soap line between deception and desire, bound together by a lie that could either save him or bury him. Jacinda was supposed to be his cover story—the woman who helped him dodge suspicion the night Drew was shot—but lately, those staged smiles and convenient half-truths are starting to look a lot like sparks. And if you ask Gibson, there’s a reason fans are picking up on that heat.
Key Takeaways
- Michael and Jacinda’s pretend relationship may not stay pretend much longer as their chemistry continues to deepen.
- Rory Gibson credited Paige Herschell’s natural warmth and authenticity for helping their scenes feel effortless from the start.
- On set and online, fans and crew alike have noticed the growing spark between the two characters.
- Gibson thinks viewers are drawn to the idea of Michael finally finding love again after so much turmoil.
- Gibson believes that not knowing whether Michael is innocent or guilty adds realism to his portrayal.
- Despite the secrecy, he admitted he’s eager to learn what’s next for his character’s evolving bond with Jacinda.
Finding the Spark
Speaking with Soap Opera Digest, Gibson admitted that even he sees the chemistry between Michael and Jacinda (Paige Herschell) and thinks their uneasy alliance could open the door to something deeper. He credited Herschell for helping make that connection feel genuine from day one. “Paige is just incredible,” Gibson said. “She is just a great actress, and on top of that, she’s a very, very kind person. She’s very real.”
The actor described their first scenes together as effortless—a rare kind of on-screen rhythm that just clicks. He’s heard the buzz around the studio and online, too, where viewers are already shipping the pair. Some crew members have even commented that there’s “a little something there,” and Gibson admits it’s been fun to see that reaction grow week by week.
Still, he’s not entirely sure it’s just chemistry that’s winning people over. Gibson feels that while there are sparks between the two, the audience also would like to see Michael in a romantic relationship.
Playing in the Dark
Romance aside, Gibson’s still navigating the uncertainty surrounding Michael’s involvement in Drew’s (Cameron Mathison) shooting. He noted that the higher-ups don’t share a lot about the storylines, which is something he usually likes to be apprised of. “I am not a big surprise guy, personally,” he said.
However, he had to admit that not knowing the full truth about his character forces him to add layers of tension to his performance. He further stated that not knowing certain facts makes his performance more realistic. Gibson also noted that knowing things ahead of time can affect one’s performance.
“Selfishly, I still wish I knew things,” he explained. For now, all he knows is that Michael’s secrets—and his connection to Jacinda—are about to make life in Port Charles a lot more complicated. (Find out why Herschell is having the time of her life.)
