MAURICE BENARD STATE OF MIND with KIMBERLY MCCULLOUGH
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- This week’s episode I'm joined by Kimberly McCullough. You may know Kimberly best as Robin Scorpio Drake on General Hospital, where we worked together for many years.
Seeing Kimberly again and talking General Hospital history brought up so many memories. She’s seen it all! These days she’s enjoying her life as a mother and being behind the scenes in the role of Director. Kimberly has most recently Directed an episode of Fantasy Island on FOX and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series on Disney+.
For those interested in the scenes I mention between Kimberly and Steve Burton: • Jason and Robin Pt 2
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Kimberly's relationship on the show with Finola Hughes was always so heartwarming to see. I think they created the closest mother-daughter bond in soap opera history.
Me too. They seemed so genuinely close
I think that the AIDS storyline was the singular most pivotal, thought- provoking one in GH history. And it was so important for the time it was shown. To have been a part of that must have been incredible for both of you.
Thanks 😊
Julie, I totally remember Kimberly’s character Robin’s boyfriend Stone Cates dying of AIDS on the show…. I was a young teen then and I still love watching General Hospital… Maurice and Kimberly are still among my favorites….
Well said, Julie! It did not work out for me, but that story made me want to write for soap operas. The near real time storytelling that is really only possible in soaps has the potential to be very powerful and meaningful, and the AIDS plot truly showcased that aspect of the medium. I think this is why we need soap operas. Narratives that last for years and even generations enable us to connect with, experience, and reflect upon our changing society in ways that shorter narrative formats cannot.
I miss you Kimberly aka Robin yes one of the best on gh loved all 3 beastie friends Steve B, Maurice and Brenda all had that great chemistry.
I have been watching GH since I was 6 or 7 years old and now I'm 47 so yes I remember it all.
I think Kimberly, Steve, and Maurice have more chemistry together than anyone else the three of them have ever worked with. ♥️
I couldn't agree more
This a thousand times . 😊 GH at its best.,
I agree ❤❤
My Uncle died of AIDS back in 93,his partner had died a year earlier and the AIDS storyline helped me to deal with it. Michael, Kimberly, You, Vanessa, the late wonderful Stuart Damon you all did an amazing job humanizing AIDs. Kimberly is an awesome person.
Kimberly was fantastic to watch. She had 3 of the best male actors to work off of too !
Her story with Stone....
Her story with Jason Morgan as his first love...
Her story with Dr. Patrick Drake...
...all were fantastic story lines and enthralling to watch !!/:)
I want to go back and watch again lol. I started working during the day about 30 years ago, and never got a VCR to record. So I haven’t watched GH really since the 90’s. This show just popped up in my feed here on UA-cam and when I watched the episode with (the 2 parter) with JackieZ. And Kin Shriner. Turns out I’m only about 2 weeks behind lol, thank goodness the story lines take a really long time to unfold. 😂
I’m gonna have to see if I can find reruns and get up to speed.
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IDK if you watch GH by couples...
I started watching Luke n Laura on
sussezq's channel in her playlist,you can go back to the beginning to their break up.
And I have watched Jason and Sam on luckyBelle, emily, and True Jasam channels
Carly has several channels devoted to her.
Scrubs have channels devoted to them.☺
It takes searching and time. There are quite a few episodes of the show.
I loved the show, way-back when...💘🎬
This is truly watching two friends talking. Kimberly is so down-to-earth. I loved this episode!!
sonny&robin 1 of the greatest FRIENDSHIPS in soap history
Omg yes!! 1000%!
Until she revealed that AJ was Michael's real father. Then she was out of Sonny and Jason's life forever.
@@BLTKellys it wasn’t forever. Sonny and Robin made up at Lila’s memorial. Jason and Robin became close again during Night Shift and have remained close since
He was not a friend to Robin to the way ne would sit back and let Carly mean self always mess with her and him a Jason never to Carly to back off
@BLTKellys Yes I could see Jason was angry but Sonny totally turned his back on her to me that was wrong he could have supported Jason but not treat her the way he did that to me was so wrong .Then they drag her back in 2005 to save Jason Really what the hell but she did and at first he was so rude
What a wonderful conversation you allowed us to be part of. So grateful to you both, Maurice and Kimberly.
I always loved the storyline of Robin and Jason. That’s when I saw Steve Burton really grow as an actor and take the character of Jason to new heights. That time with Sonny and Carly and the Qs was an amazing time in the history of GH. Glad to hear Steve is no longer a jerk. I enjoy knowing he had and has a good relationship with Maurice and others. Seeing Kimberly and Maurice together and reminiscing brings home the feeling that GH is a family. Thank you for the interview. It was great.
Really great chat. Kimberly was always one of my favorites on GH. I miss Robin, but I'm so happy she's fulfilled with her directing career!
Bring Kimberly back for Part Two (or more!) She's amazing and you, Maurice, are a treasure. Thank you!
Yes please!!!
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Kimberlys story about her Dad made me cry. She’s been through so much. I’m happy she is in a good place now.
Thanks ☺️
The Stone dying scene was so meaning, touching, tearjerker. However when Oscar died & they carried out his body…oh my what a tear jerker off the chart. That was incredible acting.
@Sharon Hudson I admit the storyline got boring…I was referring to when they carried out the child’s body & those in the Quartermaine foyer…the horror of saying goodbye.
I am looking forward to Sonny’s story line wrapping up….miss him in PC😊
I don’t know of a writer who could give us today what Claire Labine gave us with the AIDS storyline. You guys meant so much to me at 13 getting to witness that. God bless you all.
The Claire Lanine era was the BEST writing ever on GH. RIP The Glory days. Never will it be that good again. The whole genre has changed and is run like a business now, limited by all the rules of the network, suits; they write within those business parameters now. Cast members come and go, based on contractual dollars to be saved at times, necessitating storylines to abruptly end…stuff like that. GH is unrecognizable these days. I don’t watch anymore, but every now and then I tune in and it’s painful.
I’ve always just loved her from the very beginning. She was so little and a perfect young lady. 🌹
I lost my brother to aids in the 90s. He was 25 years young.That aids storyline was and still is my favorite storyline. I watched "robin" grow up and I still watch Gh. I love when Robin use to pop up to port Charles for a visit.❤
I've always loved Kimberly as Robin, it is really good to see her as herself. An amazing successful grown up beautiful person.
Love and miss Robin and Emma and Dr Drake on GH thank you Robin
Maurice and Kimberly really touched me in this episode . Just a real and genuine connection.
I liked watching her acting with her mom wow has time passed the show on general hospital has let all the good actresses go and the show is getting boring and Sony should go back to Carly cause Jason is not Sony Jason needs to go back with Sam and bring back the action
And what happened to Robert to the show needs a new writer cause I mess the show
Kimberly has always been an amazing actress.
When I watch these two, I see nothing but a history and friendship that goes deep and I loved seeing them sit down and talk.
I'm so thrilled to see Kimberly McCullough on screen since we last saw her on screen on May 21, 2021 (her one-episode appearance on General Hospital for Sean Donely's memorial). I'm a fan of hers. Seeing her here is like seeing Robin back again on General Hospital.
I listen to Kimberly talking about her teen years and it occurs to me that, due to my mental illness, my children grew up in total chaos. I am so grateful that they are all in therapy now.
I could’ve watched this for way longer. I love hearing about the old GH behind the scenes stories.
Me too ❤️
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When you live pretty much your whole life with trauma which manifests from whatever it is you get to a place where you desire peace above all else. I can't even imagine being a famous person in the midst of going through trauma and how terrifying that must be. My heart goes out to both of you. And I am so grateful that your both willing to TALK about it so candidly. Thank you both so much!!
Thanks 😊
Its not just hard for famous people. I have gone through trauma since born and still go through it. I was born with multiple birth defects in and out of hospital my whole life, and my parents divorce when I was 9.
@@andreacavallaro3009 I never meant to imply that trauma was exclusive to famous people. I meant that it must be a lot harder considering that factor. I have suffered several traumas in my lifetime as well so I do know what trauma looks like...
I understand what you were saying. Julie Nunn but its important to realize that a lot of times everyone has a time where its out there for all to see just maybe not in the same ways
@@andreacavallaro3009 I do realize that very well.
Kimberly is such a wonderful actress. Can't wait for this segment of state of mind
Loved it! The AIDS storyline, J&R and Sonny friendship....that is when soaps felt real and fans had a real connection. I still go back and watch scenes from this time.
Where do you watch it? Is it on youtube?
@@wordsleuth992 yup it's on UA-cam
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Happy to hear how well she's doing as a director and that she's enjoying being a mother and being at a good place in her life.
I remember Kimberly talking on Steve's podcast about how kids in high school would make fun of her for being the girl with AIDS, cause she played it on TV. How she would try to fit in at parties and guys would be like "you don't want to sleep with her, she has AIDS." Kids can be mean sometimes.
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Poor thing.
LOVE THIS. Definitely need a interview with Finola & Tristian!
Great interview Maurice. It was my first time experiencing State Of Mind and I wanted to watch and listen cuz your special quest was my girl, Kimberly. I miss Sonny and Robin and Jason's friendship on General Hospital and it was such a treat to see you guys go down memory lane. There needs to be a pt2...
Thanks 😊
This was great to see Kimberly. I did wonder how she felt was going back to GH recently for the passing of John / Sean.
Maurice thank you for doing this interview. After the aids storyline, you two always had an amazing familiarity chemistry that was so powerful in your scenes no matter what was going on on the show even years later, didn’t even feel like acting. This one felt like sitting with two long time friends, taking a walk down memory lane, and dealing with some real issues that many of us can relate to. Very glad Kimberly seems to be more at peace with what she’s doing. I myself have learned how important that is, and learn more every day. Love you guys.
Bring Kimberly back again soon. Very thought provoking conversation. Thank you!!
I love how open and honest this interview was. Kimberly seemed very comfortable talking with you.
Omg Maurice & Kimberly amazing plz have a part two I got so emotional when I saw Maurice testing up together they are a power house Maurice you give me the impression I want to leave The soap opera world so bad and continue State Of Mind Please put your health above everyone else think. If yourself and your family we love and appreciate all that you do God Bleess You and your Family
Thanks 😊
This UA-cam channel is the best thing you have ever done Maurice Benard. You bring the very best out of each actor by allowing a comfortable conversation to take place. You are so talented, kind and giving while exposing your true heart to the listeners. Robin I miss you as an actor but am so happy you found your passion.
Kimberly has always been a joy to watch. Been a GH fan for 53 years now..a fan of you both...thank you and God Bless you and yours Maurice...thank you for all these great years..❤️❤️
I am so happy you 2 finally got together, and we all got to reap the benefits of seeing this, thank you so much.
I love when you’re talking about the triggers, know your triggers and say no when you need to. That is so important to people’s mental health. I wish more people would start to really realize that
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Thank you to Kimberly for bringing awareness to the impact of pressure and chaos on children.
Love hearing Kimberly’s stories from
back in the day…from Breakin 2 to the early days of GH!! And Maurice’s early GH days too!! ❤️
Huge fan of Kimberly since the first day she was on GH. Thanks for featuring her on State of Mind, her talent is boundless!
This wonderful woman is an old soul! How quickly she had to grow up while suffering indirectly from mental illness during her childhood. I’m pretty impressed with her insights and happy that her needs and wants were parallel at the time she finally settled into directing. This interview was one I won’t forget, and now I feel like McDonalds!
Love you Kimberly ... I feel like Maurice does you're like a little sister to alot of us who grew up watching GH.
Keep up the good work Maurice and bringing in cast members as guests. Would love to see Jeff Kober. ❤️
I am very speachles now. I loved all the old actor's and actress back in the 80's. That is when my mother and I used to watch General Hospital because of Rick Springfield and Jackie Zeman. I hope that I am allowed to say the actor and actress name! I also love how you play the role of Sonny Corinthian's? He is a fantastic actor on General Hospital! Kimberly was a talented and very bright young actress! I really love watching Maurice Benard In The State of Mind! Excellent interview with Kimberly!
Thanks 😊
NO ONE ON THE PLANET COULD BE SONNY..OTHER THAN MB..N SAME GOES FOR STEVE BURTON WITH JASON. THIS WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE the most iconic legendary partnerships. Still brings tears of joy and sadness to this day😍😍
You definitely need to have a part 2 or bring her back on this was amazing ... great job both of you ❤❤
I didnt want it to end
Love love love. It was a tear-jerker but oh so good. Love Kimberly!!!! The Aids storyline is one of my favorites.
Me finding Kimberly on Twitter has now brought me back to my General Hospital memories and my love of Maurice! I have not seen a soap opera in years but the actors are still amazing and I have learned so much in this one video. I will need to watch more of them.
My father died of AIDS in '95." The Stone storyline was pivotal for me as a 15-year-old. It helped my mother and I communicate with each other during a tough time. I thank you both.
The Robin & Stone storyline was the most groundbreaking storyline I have ever seen anywhere on tv! It made me fall in love with GH it definitely changed the way people thought about HIV & AIDS amazing actors writers and directors I will never forget that storyline! I still go back and watch it all the time ( I have the entire storyline) that storyline will never be replicated! ❤️❤️
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@MBStateOfMind How did they forget Kim Fields who was a child actor and has directed for years?
I watch GH as a kid with my mom and watched robin grow up on screen . I am so happy for her
Kimberly, you did an amazing job directing last weeks episode of Fantasy Island. Super proud of you.
Which episode was it? I want to see it too!! Do you know what movie she was talking about that she was in with her “squad”? I couldn’t hear the name of it. Do you know the name of where she lives?? Is it in California??
@@wordsleuth992 season 1 episode 3. I am not sure about which movie.
@@wordsleuth992 Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo
@@BruceClifford thank you
@@ttihayX thank you
These two just being real and candid with each other was priceless! Loved seeing these two together again, reliving old memories, mentioning some of the original cast, just brought up so many good feelings. That's why I love these two so much, we're all Pisces, Sonny is G. H.
Thank you for bringing Kimberly to your show!! I learned a lot and am happy that she is finally found peace and happiness ❣️. Love GH which has been a huge part of my life for 40 years, and of love both of you😁
I remember when Kimberley first came on the show . She was so little and she was so cute. She as always been a great actor. I love her and the Jason moment.
I loved Kimberly, aka Robin,when she was little too 🤩with Anna aka "luv",Robert aka Robbie.
I was so excited for this interview. I've loved Kimberly since the first day she appeared on GH at 7 years old. She is such an amazing actress and director and the Aids storyline is still one of my most favorite storylines ever. So pivotal and raw and you all did that storyline justice. I still cry watching it to this day. I loved the Robin, Sonny and Jason relationship / friendship ❤️ this interview definitely needs to be continued!!!
I agree and feel the same way
I just watched Jason Thompson interview yesterday and now this interview, this is perfect timing.
It’s great to see her doing well. I always go back to watch Patrick and Robin scenes.
Maurice was right about saying No, when dealing with anxiety.
Exactly!!!!
Cant wait. Thank you Maurice for doing this. Shes 👍♥️🥰great
Best Birthday State of Mind gift ever!!! Love Kimberly and her career also love the Robin/Sonny friendship!!!
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I felt like I was sitting there with you and Kimberly McCullough. Best of everything to the both of you. Thank you for sharing this.
I love that complement
@@MBStateOfMind No disrespect to your beautiful wife....... but you are the papi chullo of GH. You aging well 👑.
I absolutely loved this interview! Kimberly is so unbelievably honest and reminds me a lot of myself. She lives life in such an honest manner, and the willingness of opening up about her trauma and how that furthers her work of directing, is absolutely amazing. She is such an inspiration to all types of creatives.
Oh please do a part two with Kimberly, please Maurice...please
Kimberly is amazing. I miss Robin. But, I’m happy she’s doing so well. Another great episode of State Of Mind.
Thank you both for doing this....you obviously care a lot about each other 💝💝💝
And love is universal...and has great healing power☺
Excited to see Kimberly McCullough as your guest in this one!! So interesting to hear about everything she has gone through, having been in the entertainment business from such a young age. I thought she was wonderful as a little girl on GH. She should be so very proud of all of her accomplishments. Love the vibe between the two of you, both when you were in scenes together on GH and here, in real life.
That was a really great interview. Kimberly seems like a really down to earth sweet person, a lot like Robin on GH.
What a great interview Maurice! Love you & Kimberly & the friendship you have. Thank you for all you do.
This one was definitely in my top 3 episodes of State of Mind. I Thank Kimberly for coming and sharing her life with us. I'm so happy to see her in a good place. Thank you Maurice and may God continue to Bless you and your family. Many, many hugs!!!! 💖💖
The Aids storyline on GH was so well done and acted. I bawled when Stone died but it was really heart wrenching when Stone who was losing his vision told Robin before he passed that he could see her. Great acting work by Michael and Kimberly. Maurice do you stay in touch with Michael Sutton?
Hi There, Maurice and Kimberly,😊 it's So Good to See the Both of you talking i'am Watching you Both, on my Cell phone, it's So Awesome to see and here you Both talking, i'am A ( G.H. ) fan,( I Love my General Hospital... So, Good job 👍🥰🙂 What you all are doing,) you have me up and down, but I Love you all ☺️... been Sunny,im So happy, that you got your memory back, yes☺️ and thank you for (G.H.) General Hospital.
I have always been a huge fan of both kim and Maurice especially when he let his mental health a part of his acting life it has helped me and so many others to not be ashamed of it and get help to get better absolutely amazing 😍🤩
Thanks Maurice you had me in tears at the end too.. Loving the Mike storyline!
I’m so proud of Kimberly and so happy for her.
Oh Gosh, I remember when she first appeared on GH! Just the cutest little girl you ever laid eyes on. I watched her grow up on GH and PC's.
Amazingly honest conversation about mental health~ thank you! Please have Kimberly on again❤️
Thank you so much for talking about anxiety and depression. I recently canceled a trip because I was having massive anxiety about going and my husband understood but other family members didn’t as much. It was great to hear that saying no and cancelling things that make you so anxious that you can barely function even before the event is an ok thing to do. I felt like 2 million pounds was lifted off my shoulders when I cancelled. I wasn’t feeling guilty about it but now I know I’m not the only one! Just discovered your podcast and I look forward to more.
Omg!!! I went to Jr.high with Joaquin and his brother. I forgot how to spell his name. Joaquin used to always tell me to, "Let the music play." Because the singer's name was Shannon. I used to go to Skate Station in Anaheim to watch them break dance. What a blast from the past. Thank you , again for your podcast.
You are a great interviewer! We need a part 2 with Kimberly.
I'm sitting here having evacuated New Orleans and Ida and this interview is the first time I've been able to take my mind off of my reality. Thank you.
Growing up in the 80s and watching daily during the (in my opinion) PEAK of soaps (mid-late 90s), I will ALWAYS love Kimberly with all my heart. This episode made me so happy. And yes, KM makes me cry pretty much just from appearing on my screen!
I wish soaps could be the way the were in during Sonny/Brenda/Robin/Jason/SB Carly/Quartermaines, Luke/Laura/JJ Lucky, etc. It's never been that good again.
I love that you're both Pisces. But ROBIN is certainly a Libra like me. ;)
Hope you are safe.
Maurice I can't tell you how amazing these podcasts have been for me. GH was very important to me in the 80's. Hell I even remember Niko and Cecily on AMC. To see you talk real talk with actors that had such an impact on me is wonderful and bless you for doing this. We need Tony Geary, Genie Francis,Jack Wagner, Kristina Milandro. You know what, if anyone can make that happen it's you Bro. Love ya to the moon and back and keep up the fine work please.
Well ..you did it again! Another great guest and amazing information !!! Thank you to you and Kimberly for sharing!!!
Just love the this conversation between the two of you it’s so raw and truthful!
Wow can’t stop watching your State of mind show!! So relatable ❤
There are very few interviews I find worth listening to twice, and this was one of them. Kim is always a great interview but having her and Maurice get real as old pals and discuss the nitty gritty of life, work and mental health, well, sign me up for when they do Part II. 😉
I really enjoyed listening to her and she's such an impressive woman! I miss her on GH but I'm happy for her getting to do what makes her happiest!
Lovely interview...Two of my favorite people from General Hospital...The Alzheimer's storyline and the AIDS storylines were phenomenal...
Best one yet! I learned so much! Very insightful. Thanks, Maurice!
Maurice thank you for all the very important awareness you are spreading! The world needs to hear the powerful message!!❤👍
Wow! What an amazing SOM! It brought back so many great memories of when Kimberly started out on the show and also you too! You could definitely have a part 2! Absolutely wonderful ❤ 💯
I remember when Kimberly was first on General Hospital it was great to hear all her stories. It was interesting to find out she has been directing I'll have to check her credits to see what she's directed.
I loved watching General Hospital back in late 70s through early 2000s. I loved the 90s era with Robin, Brenda, Sonny, Jagger, Stone etc. I wish there was a streaming service that would show it GH from beginning to now. Great interview.
Love the show. Robin and Sonny had some great storylines. Great Sunday as always Maurice
I love these two people. Great actors.!!
I really enjoy watching this program. And Kimberly McCullough, is amazing. We all watched her grow up to become a very intelligent young woman. Maurice Bernard, keep up the great work. Your program, reminds us all that we are not alone. Everyone is dealing with something. And it is all about our "State of mind"
Fabulous interview. I’ve been a huge fan of Kimberly, I grew up watching her. Your State of Mind shows are so touching, and Unique. I really appreciate you taking the time to have Authentic and down to earth conversations. I struggle with depression, panic attacks and anxiety too. It’s so nice to hear how everyone can work through issues and give different perspectives on their situation. I definitely appreciate your show. And I’ve been a huge fan of you forever as well. Have a great day.
Thanks you
Amen 🙏
I can’t get enough of your interviews with the actors we’ve come to know as characters.It’s great learning about their ‘human’ qualities and struggles.We are all people in progress, no matter who we are, or how the world portrays us.Thank you Maurice.🙏❤️
I think Maurice is talking about the scenes where Jason and Robin are on the bridge and they are discussing whether she should go on the HIV protocol or not. Those scenes were amazing. I was so obsessed with Jason and Robin back in the day. 😩😭 They did such a great job.
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@@MBStateOfMind Maybe their breakup scenes then 🤔 Those were awesome as well. Everything they did back then was excellent. They really brought so much authenticity to their characters.
I’m pretty sure it’s this scene
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Yes Please, a second interview. I love you two together and the life lessons you shared. I thank you for spreading your message.
This was an amazing interview 👍🏾💯I hope she can come back soon for a part two.Kimberly is just amazing 💯👍🏾Thank You Maurice ❤️👍🏾