After Le only appeared in three episodes, Trina was recast with Sydney Mikayla on February 20, 2019. [5] Trina is furious when Police Commissioner Jordan Ashford (Briana Nicole Henry) announces that Taggert and his DEA partners manufactured against the recently exonerated Cyrus Renault (Jeff Kober), an alleged drug lord. "[31] Thompson described the revelation that Taggert was Trina's father as a "stunner" and said "it's about time we finally meet members of Trina's family. It wasn't until the very end that I realized I was going to be playing Trina. [44] In 2020, Trina is revealed to be Taggert and Portia's daughter. Van Etten said "We can't access that [big] impact [on Trina] without seeing her other parent, so it was really important to see her mother and to introduce Portia to the canvas. Also, a fan fave could lose everything, and a newbie's past is explained. As he is arraigned on fraud charges, Trina encourages Taggert fight so they can mend their relationship. As she struggles to accept Taggert's betrayal, Cam and Joss offer their support. Monday, February 20, 2023: Today on General Hospital, Curtis walks out on Portia, Gregory gives Alexis bad news, Heather hooks Austin, and Alexis figures out the hook's identity. General Hospital recap for Tuesday, February 28, 2023. In today's GH episode, as the PCPD search Spoon Island, Liesl vows to bring pain to whoever helped Esme, while Sasha comforts Willow. [7] Mikayla's final airdate was on March 17, 2022. If something bothers her, "she wouldn't be catty or petty about it." All Rights Reserved. She says whatever she wants, kinda does whatever she wants." Throughout 2019, Trina (Mikayla) serves as a supportive friend to Joss and Cam. Trina may find Stella, but she could learn more than she bargained for if she becomes privy to the paternity bombshell. Ava and Austin prepared for the worst as the cops descended on Spoon Island. Sometimes getting to where we were meant to be is a struggle. It was blowing my mind. For the most part, Trina is mentioned in passing by her friends. Tabyana Ali took over the role on March 25, 2022. But she didnt know this time it was Trina. [] Mikayla has earned kudos for her relatable, realistic portrayal of Port Charless most grounded teen. Actress Sydney Mikayla made her mark on "General Hospital" from 2019 to 2022 as smart-as-a-whip teenager Trina Robinson (via IMDb). The thing is, we may be the last to find out that Portia's daughter isn't in her right mind. The following year, Sydney Mikayla took over the role and was placed on contract in 2019. [8] Dev suddenly lashes out at Joss and Trina after Joss rejects his romantic advances. He claims he wants to protect the child from his father, Nikolas Cassadine (Marcus Coloma). Trina supports Cam as he struggles to cope with Franco's rejection as he doesn't remember their family. Unfortunately, GH executive producer Frank Valentini has confirmed to Soap Opera Digest that the . The role was originated by actress Tiana Le from June 23, 2017 to March 5, 2018. Later Spencer goes to Mike Corbin's grave. Sydney Mikayla portrayed the role from February 20, 2019 to March 17, 2022. TRINA Robinson is a character on the popular soap opera General Hospital, previously played by Sydney Mikayla. Not only is Ali a talented actress, but she is also an author who wrote a children's book, "My Flower Child," which she spoke of on her Instagram in October 2020. Being devoted fans, Ali's family members helped her catch up on some storylines she might have missed so she'd be prepared to jump into scenes and bring college freshman Trina to life right from the start. General Hospital (GH) spoilers hint Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) and Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali) will continue to try and process recent events. Neither Trina nor her friends and family know that Esme also drugged Trina the night that she made the video. She tries to spray him but the pepper spray is empty. "[24] When Valentini made her aware that Trina would soon have her own storyline, the actress knew she had "to get more training right away." Here's what to expect from General Hospital next week. Actress Tabyana Ali will make her daytime debut later that month. The General Hospital recap features Trina Robinson making up her mind about her paternity situation. In recent General Hospital previews, Porsche in Curtis are dancing the night away. It appears Portia will try to explain herself to Curtis, but he will be furious that she never told him the truth. GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers: The Cops Search for Nikolas! [52] An excited Mikayla said "I've kind of learned in GH history, getting kidnapped is a right of passage." Mikayla was removed from the contract actors section of the closing credits on October 8, 2021. https://twitter.com/GeneralHospital/status/1335207293261115392, https://daytimeconfidential.com/2021/05/02/ghs-sydney-mikayla-heading-off-to-ucla, https://soaps.sheknows.com/general-hospital/comings-and-goings/624945/general-hospital-recasts-trina-tabyana-ali-sydney-mikayla-exits/, https://www.instagram.com/p/CbQ8yv-vNSp/?utm_medium=copy_link, https://www.soapsindepth.com/posts/general-hospital/trina-recast-on-general-hospital, Faked an injury to distract the medical examiner so, In the line of fire as she and Cam fled the warehouse in which a gun battle took place [Feb 28, 2020], Forcefully grabbed at gunpoint by Cyrus when her father showed up [Jun 3, 2021], Left with fake blood running down her face and body after accidentally setting off, Terrorized at Spencer's party by a disguised, Fallen ill after drinking a hot toddy that had been, Framed by Esme who purchased some art images with Trina's credit card on a burner phone she slipped into Trina's purse [revealed Apr 11, 2022], Along with Spencer, preyed on by The Hook Killer and was possibly about to be stabbed with her hook until Maxie interrupted the prowling [Dec 30, 2022]. Mikayla received two consecutive nominations for the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Performer in a Drama Series for her portrayal of Trina in 2021 and 2022. I really had a chance to explore my acting chops and really go into depth with this character, which Ive been grateful to do. 2023 SheMedia, LLC. They were very supportive and encouraging," the actress told Soap Opera Digest. Trina also invited a new student, Oscar Nero, who she knew Josslyn had a crush on. Now that Spencer knows about Ryan Chamberlain (Jon Lindstrom) sending Esme Prince (Avery Pohl) to seduce him and blow up Nikolas Cassadine's (Adam Huss) marriage, he holds himself responsible for the damage that was done. Sydney Mikayla exited the role of Trina Robinson on the Thursday, March 17 episode of "General Hospital." Find out what she said about leaving the series, her message to the fans and so many more. Portia Robinson's (Brook Kerr) lie has upset both of their worlds, and the two will continue to struggle in the aftermath. That's amazing!'". The actress auditioned twice for the role. "[11], In March 2022, Mikayla announced her departure from the role, citing her decision focus on her academics; Tabyana Ali was subsequently announced as Mikayla's successor. [5] Mikayla was on contract from July 8, 2019 through October 1, 2021 and was back on recurring status from October 8, 2021 through March 17, 2022 due to her school schedule.[6]. [78] Cushman said Mikayla "gave yet another Daytime Emmy worthy performance as Trina. I couldnt ask for a better mom. During a school dance for Halloween, Trina kisses Dev but he just wants to be friends. Additionally, Trina also befriends Cameron, who is a bit nervous to be around her due to her "reputation. Ava and Austin prepared for the worst as the cops descended on Spoon Island. Meanwhile, Trina turns to Cam for comfort and they kiss. However, nobody told her she was going for the same exact role she almost landed three years ago; the script contained a fake character name. [1] In the summer Trina and Joss comfort Cam after he is abducted and Franco trades himself for Cam's freedom. I tried to make Trina as genuine and raw as possible; instead of making her an over-the-top teenager, I made her a vulnerable 16-year-old who is loyal, independent, and fun. Change is often for the good, but that doesnt make it any less scary especially when it comes to huge, life-altering change. When "General Hospital" was first looking for an actress to play Trina on a regular basis, as she was a recurring character played by Tiana Le in 2018 (via Soaps In Depth), Tabyana Ali auditioned for the part, but it ultimately went to Sydney Mikayla. Perkie's Observations: Dante Heads to Spoon Island to Search For Nikolas on General Hospital. "I had seen her be fiery before, but the temporary hatred she seemingly had for him took me by surprise. [4] Just before the dance, Trina is visited by her father Taggert and he gives his blessing for Cam to take Trina to the dance. Trina was known as a 'bad girl' and is first seen throwing an unsupervised party with underage drinking and boys at Josslyn's house. "The cast made it really easy for me to get comfortable and pick up everything. August 5, 2022 Jeannie Daigneault Trina Robinson. In fact, you might say it hit her a bit harder than she may have liked. [42] During her sophomore in high school, Trina starts dating a junior and they consider having sex. The first time, she told Maurice Benard (Sonny) on an episode of his State of Mind vlog, the role went to another incredible actress. Ali wrote on Instagram alongside several bouquets of flowers. Sign up and stay up to date with our daily newsletter. Because Trinas portrayer didnt just read for the show once, but twice. However, an earthquake hits and Trina suffers minor injuries. With so much heavy material, Ali is grateful for her co-stars taking her under their wing. What happened to Trina in General Hospital? The role was originated by actress Tiana Le from June 23, 2017 through March 5, 2018. He had been defending Dakota, a transgender student, from a bully, Troy Pulver, at school and Oscar wanted a safe place for students to wear what they chose. [20], Mikayla said "Getting GH was definitely a breath of fresh air" as she had run into some difficulty booking roles because she was tall for her age. [21] The actress later admitted that she tried to craft a backstory for the character. Kim Brandow observed that the writers used Trina "to bring a little drama into Josslyn's life as a teen." Trina offers to take him to the park instead. Trina Robinson is a fictional character from General Hospital, an American soap opera on the ABC network. [28] The party ultimately served as the catalyst to introduce Oscar as Josslyn's love interest. This book is about the bond between a mother and her daughter and the experiences shared together. Analysis: Goldman Sachs Faces Hard Sell For Its Consumer Assets, 'Very Unlikely' Foreign Actor Caused Havana Syndrome: US Intelligence, Tech Rivals Chase ChatGPT As AI Race Ramps Up, Florida's DeSantis Presses Prosecutor Over Suspect In Fatal Shooting. Soaps.com is a part of Penske Media Corporation. She's had a rough life in which she's had a lot going on that she's been unable to handle. Trina on GENERAL HOSPITAL has settled nicely into Port Charles' younger set! Cameron met with the dealer, a fellow student named Cole Johnson, and both of them were immediately arrested. Port Charles Joined July 2021. In their room at the Metro Court, Portia tells Curtis that she . "[68] Cushman said "it was a nice surprise, one I and likely others didnt see coming. 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