Jack Wagner, a well-known figure in daytime television, is preparing for a much-anticipated return to The Bold and the Beautiful. The talented actor and filmmaker has left behind an indelible mark on the curly-headed monster genre. He’s back as Nick Marone in a brand new thrilling storyline, which kicks off June 13.
His soap opera saga began on General Hospital, where he played popular character Frisco Jones from 1983 to 1995. In fact, he made a short comeback to the programme in 2013. This legendary character won him legions of fans and four Daytime Emmy Award nominations. He had one nomination for his work on General Hospital and two nominations for his role as Nick Marone.
In Nick’s return, he’ll reunite with Brooke Logan during a very vulnerable time in her life. This story arc pushes them back together romantically again. Narrative creation aside, it definitely brings chills to viewers who have been following their story the past several years.
Even a dispassionate Wagner could hardly underestimate the impact General Hospital has had, citing that it has informed and influenced three generations of women. He said, “General Hospital was a huge show in the ’80s for a generation of women…This audience, now in their 60s, continues to reminisce about the show’s golden years while welcoming Wagner’s return to the small screen.
Wagner has left his indelible touch on other highly celebrated series aside from General Hospital. For more of Paul, check him out in Santa Barbara, Knots Landing, and When Calls the Heart. His many-faceted roles within these incubators have helped him remain at the cutting edge of the industry. So do their messages, which connect deeply with fans of every age.
Wagner is well aware of the close connection between his former and current fans. He likens his When Calls the Heart audience to the soulmates who stuck with General Hospital through thick and thin. And so when a fan base begins to fall in love with those characters, that is as real for them as it is. This emotional investment from fans is a reflection of the gripping narrative arcs that have defined and fleshed out the characters he has played.
Wagner as he recently stepped onto the set of The Bold and the Beautiful. Singer’s latest cameo has generated plenty of excitement among fans who remember his former role on the show, where he served from 2003 to 2012. His return in 2022 for the show’s 35th anniversary was met with enthusiasm, marking a significant moment in daytime television history.
Even today, Wagner’s legacy runs within the very fabric of soap operas. He remains an influential figure for the genre, frequently referred to only as Frisco by old fans. “I still get called Frisco probably more than anything,” he shared, underscoring the lasting impact of his characters.
