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2013 – Karleigh and McKenna Larson

 

McKenna and Karleigh Larson played the role of Josslyn Jacks on General Hospital. The girls had such a great time during their run on the show. To keep up to date make sure tokeep checking back at the site.

 

1. What was the first day on set for General Hospital like?

It was nerve wracking. We didn’t know what to expect or where we could go, all the rules etc. So we checked in with security, and our “guard” David escorted us to our dressing room where we stayed put. The set teacher, Leslie, and the baby nurse camped out in our room with us the whole time!! It was REALLY crowded with two babies, two set people, two “extras” (as I like to call myself and my mom) and a double stroller to boot, but we bonded pretty quick and had a great time. They made it so comfortable and easy ….. and the girls shot their scenes and were PERFECT!

 

2. What was it like working with Sarah Joy Brown?

It was pretty intense filming, so we basically handed off the babies to the baby nurse and she took them upstairs followed by Leslie, and then me … so we never really interacted with her … but she was the first one to hold the girls and it was great. The babies just slept, she did her intense lines, and it was magic!

 

3. How did the girls spend their time at the studio between filming scenes?

As they got older, it became more fun. We would walk around the lot, get lunch… but we usually didn’t have a lot of “hang time.” When we did, if we did, we would hang out with Ingo. He had a plasma bike that the girls would ride up and down the halls on. Maurice would visit frequently and have breakfast with us. Sean would come in and visit too cause he was the girls’ “boyfriend,” and they loved him. Laura would always stop by if she could but she films A LOT. But if she couldn’t stop in she would always tap on the glass and wave to us. She always made the girls feel welcome and get them excited to work. But if everyone was busy filming, we would hang out in the green room and talk with the guest stars, and almost every time the costume and make up dept gals would come in and “play” with us. We were NEVER lonely and never looked for things to do. We eventually pretended to go to school, so that was great practice as the girls love to learn now because of it.

 

4. What was it like working with Drew Garrett?

He was so sweet. At first he was terrified of holding the babies, but he eventually got used to it and became a champion “big bro!” He always took working with the girls very seriously and took great care to make sure they were ok, and that he was holding them “just right.”

 

5. How did Karleigh like working with Haley Pullos?

A BLAST! It is crazy seeing the pictures of when we first met her on set to now … she has just matured into a very fine actress and we can say we knew and WORKED with her when…. she was a “big sister!” Very sweet young lady!!

 

6. What was it like for the girls to grow up on TV?

CRAZY! But so precious. It is so amazing to see all the videos posted on Youtube and what not, and just see how they have grown. It would be awesome to continue it but we’ll see … all depends on a casting director of course. Hopefully one day I can get all the scenes and do a compilation video for the girls but things are just so crazy right now. But it is pretty awesome to see the footage and reflect on the wonderful memories of it all.

 

7. Do you have a favorite holiday the girls would film for?

When we were filming I don’t think they really knew “the holidays” yet. They liked the “flower costume” from Halloween but I think we got more out of it the second year they wore it. “Mom” enjoyed the holiday scenes the most because the sets were dressed up so beautifully, the sound stage smelled like you were in a forest, and the dresses the girls got to wear were spectacular … granted it was super cold on set … but just made the scenes more realistic! Just magic!!

 

8. What is it like shooting with Colette Cugno?

AWESOME! LOVE HER! She got the best shots! We miss doing headshots with her now, but if time allows maybe again in the future cause she has a way with twins … but super fantastic!!! Just wish she wasn’t so far away!

9. Have the girls ever been recognized in public for being on General Hospital?

YES and to this day they STILL get recognized and then other things get muttered which I try to protect the girls from. But it is a hoot being in the pumpkin patch or at the mall, even at the gym and dance class, and we get asked “were we?” and “why are we not still on?” So it has it’s pluses and minuses ….

 

10. What have the girls been up to since leaving GH?

LOTS AND LOTS of auditions. We’ve gotten super close to booking stuff, but not their time yet. They have been keeping busy learning tap and ballet, gymnastics, swimming and of course their favorite activity .. horseback riding. They are even posting the trot and getting ready to show walk/trot next year which is pretty exciting. And yes .. they want a pony for Christmas. They have been attending Pre-kindergarten, and know all their letters, numbers, how to spell their own names, and just soaking everything all up. We make every occasion a learning experience which they love. They are like sponges and wicked smart! And then to top it all off, they love to speak Spanish and Chinese (thanks to Dora and Kai lan)

 

Anything else you’d like to add?

We miss everyone on General Hopital and are so proud of all their successes! Hopefully, we can all see each other soon! HAPPY HOLIDAYS! And thanks to our fans for all your support and love …. can’t wait to make an appearance soon and show you all how we have grown up!

 

We’d like to thank Mckenna and Karleigh and their Family for participating in this year’s Holiday Q&A Event!