Daytime Confidential's 10 Worst Soap Couples of 2009
No. 10: Jason and Sam, General Hospital
Daytime Confidential has a reputation for being a pro-Liason site. Okay, technically this isn't an undeserved rap, since the majority of our bloggers favor the Jason and Liz (Steve Burton and Rebecca Herbst) pairing over JaSam (We still love ya, Jillian!), but our mourning over the loss of Liason had absolutely nothing to do with why JaSam finds itself on our list of the Worst Couples of 2009— we promise. Brian Frons's manufactured, wannabe Bonnie and Clyde pairing earned their spot on this list without any help from Nurse Liz Webber. After forcing Bob Guza to split up Liason, reportedly citing JaSam's popularity over Liason (yeah, tell that to the Nielsens), Frons and JaSam lovers got their dream come true in 2009, while the rest of us threw up a little in our mouths as Sam re-entered Jason's orbit via a rushed kidnapping storyline for Jason and Liz's lovechild Jake, that saw Sam literally try to make up for having watched Jake being kidnapped herself earlier, not to mention hiring goons to terrorize Jason's son and little Cameron, all before the commercial break during a car scene. If that wasn't bad enough, the moment JaSam begin "finding their way back to one another", GH became a watered down version of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, once again, thanks to JaSam's mobtacular activities. Kudos to Burton and Kelly Monaco for giving it their all in trying to sell this farce, but sorry Fronsie, we ain't buying it!
No. 9: Frank and Natalia, Guiding Light
Poor Frank Cooper (Frank Dicopolous). Ever since his beloved Eleni dumped him to go off to become the next Rachael Ray, Guiding Light's top cop has endured one romantic disaster after another. In 2009, Cupid gave Frank one, final cosmic wedgie by having him fall for latent lesbian Natalia Rivera (Jessica Leccia). Frank remained clueless about Natalia's obvious affections for Olivia Spencer (Crystal Chappell) for much of the year, even proposing marriage to the Friend of Ellen and Portia. Fans of Otalia went crazy when Natalia proved a runaway bride during her nuptials to Frank, only to be found by Olivia, who confessed her love for Natalia at a snow-covered gazebo in the center of town (Swoon!). Not that it was smooth sailing for the pair, Frank's little swimmers had managed to do Greece proud, when Natalia found herself preggers by Harley's big bro. It would have been kinder to put a "Kick Me" sign on Cooper's back. Otalia fans and critics alike were incensed by this sexist, all-too-typical plot twist. Frank went from being one of GL's most beloved heroes, to a representation of everything TPTB were doing to try to quiet the growing Otalia storm. By the end of the show, Natalia and Olivia were finally together and Frank found happiness with Blake (Liz Keifer).Unfortunately that wasn't enough to make us forget how Frank and Natalia had been one of the Worst Couples in Soaps in 2009.
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30 December 2008
2 years 6 weeks
Love the list, and also agree that Alison is missing. She is simply painful to watch in any pairing. Definitely agree with Jason and Sam on the list, Frons and Guza are pushing the "romance" so hard these days it seems desperate.
9 February 2009
46 weeks 14 hours
Wow, roseblanc, that's a little harsh. EET is passionate about JaSam, and there is nothing wrong with that!!
28 July 2009
2 years 28 weeks
roseblanc thank u for saying what ive been feeling. eet and daisyclover are both nuts, eet showed it by going back for posts which were made decades ago. jasam weren't on the list so what! they won't be on it with all that bitching and moaing ur doin also.
24 November 2009
3 years 18 weeks
There's a line between passionate and crazy. I just think EET crossed over to the insane side!
29 September 2009
51 weeks 3 days
29 September 2009
51 weeks 3 days
sorry. i forgot to shut off the quote box.
29 December 2009
3 years 20 weeks
How about JR & Marissa from AMC??? Total and complete snorefest with ZERO chemistry whatsoever. I was shocked they weren't on the list!
10 December 2008
6 days 16 hours
Crusher & Roseblanc - Way over the line IMO - I might not always agree with Daisy & EET (ok mostly never) but to call them insane and crazy is just wrong. They have a passion that is nice to see in this day and age. When I strongly disagree with one of them I usually pass over their comments until I settle down thus avoided saying something in the heat of the moment. Maybe you two should do the same.
23 July 2008
13 weeks 2 days
Well, I wouldn't call Brenda and Robin brownie baking, laundry folding types. My comment was directed at people saying that Sam and Jason are so much better than Liz and Jason simply based on the fact that Sam has no problem dating a killer. One of my issues with JaSam is the fact that Sam supports Jason just a little too much.
14 November 2007
3 years 1 week
Ravennite, thank you!!!
Crusher: getting into a lame little pissing match where we call each other names and hurl insults at one another is not something I'm interested in...
15 July 2008
2 days 18 hours
Ravennite thanks
Crusher - I hear you were attacking folks in the YR thread too - is your NYE resolution to pick fights?? As for the older posts, its a search engine - took 2 seconds and those post were made this year/ Since this IS the year in question, why would they not be relevant??
SKYEBABY - THANK YOU TOO -- that was exactly my point, I realize that JaSam isnt everyone's cup of tea, but to me Marissa and JR are a prime example of a couple that should have been on the list instead. Jamey says JaSam were cute and had chemistry only at one point in the year and I would argue that no one at least as far as I have noticed has ever made the claim that Jarissa EVER had chemistry.
14 April 2009
29 weeks 2 days
I have no feelings one way or the other on the Jason/Elizabeth or Jason/Sam topic, but there is no way I would have put Jason/Sam on the list at the exclusion of Adam and Sharon on Y&R. That couple is without a doubt the worst of 2009 and really makes me want to take that show off the dvr. I already fast forward through all their scenes, which is a shame since I actually like Sharon.
1 July 2009
13 hours 10 min
I am totally with you, skyebaby416, J.R. and Marissa definitely should have been on the list. Now that's a couple that was forced.
I have always love the passion between JaSam and Liason fans, but let's not bring name-calling into this please. No one is going to get everything they want as far as pairings, so take it easy, guys.
4 December 2009
1 day 13 hours
I wish I had been with y'all that were drinkin' vodka and eating popcorn for this! Good stuff! Now I need a NAP!
30 March 2009
1 day 10 hours
Did a gay person compile this list?? What on earth are Adam and Rafe doing in the #1 spot?!? HELLO! They were never supposed to *be* a couple. Adam screwed Rafe to keep him from finding out the truth. It was never supposed to be anything more than that. Sour grapes, anyone? You'll get your gay storyline. This wasn't it.
Adam and Sharon, maybe. Because they're actually a couple. But my #1 choice goes to Master Cane and Miss *I have cancer and can't get a manicure* Lily.
25 February 2009
1 hour 51 sec
WORST SOAP COUPLE: Les Moonves and Barbara Bloom
1 January 2009
15 hours 44 min
"but our mourning over the loss of Liason had absolutely nothing to do with why JaSam finds itself on our list of the Worst Couples of 2009— we promise."
Yeah right! Whoever wrote this crap is an idiot!
Liason sucks, always did and always will! Liz sucks in general no matter who she's with! No more Liz!!!
28 July 2009
2 years 28 weeks
daisclover shut up. your an idiot like your friend eet.
17 February 2009
22 weeks 1 day
Oh Momma! I haven't even read everyone's responses yet...but I can't wait!
I find this thought bouncing around in my brain constantly and at the most inopportune times...my mind wanders first thing in the morning, throughout the day and it's usually one of the last things I think about at night...how can Jason & Sam possibly be together again? Setting all prejudice aside...I can't reconcile it for ANY reason.
I think Frons and his storyline meddling is the worst thing that has happened or ever will happen to ABC soaps and the JaSam fans should be falling down on their knees every night and giving thanks to God above for him because the majority of the GH fans are still in shock or completely disgusted by his most recent brain(dead)child.
The JaSam reunion is doing two things...it's causing Sam to lose any ground or credibility that she had begun to gain as a viable character separate and apart from her role as Jason's Head Turd Polisher AND the Jason Romantic Mystique is losing it's luster...instead of being an anti-hero we're seeing him for what he really is...a thug and killer. There's no romance...only the cold harsh reality of their low life and pointless, lackluster lifestyle.
I cannot believe...for any reason...that Jason would give up everything he's ever hoped or dreamed of for a relationship with Sam....and....I cannot believe...for any reason...that Sam would so easily slip back into the demeaning role she escaped from. The humiliation, the degredation and the abuse (however justified) that she suffered courtesy of Jason...and with very little effort whatsoever on either part...she slips right back into her role as Jason's Penthouse Pet. It's disgusting.
If this is Frons' version of Love in the Afternoon it is NO WONDER that GH continues it's steady decline in the ratings. It's sad...
So to whoever compiled this list...I COULDN'T AGREE MORE...I'm only disappointed they weren't Number 1....they should be able to win at least ONE poll for the love of Pete.
15 July 2008
2 days 18 hours
Oh crusher if only I could be as witty as you. I am rushing right off to add "be as brilliant as Crusher" to my list of new years resolutions.
17 February 2009
22 weeks 1 day
After reading a few pages I had to come back to add something...
In all my years on the internet...EVERY major (all-inclusive) soap site that I've ever been involved with has been accused of being pro-Liason. I've been on sites where the site owner clearly does NOT like Liason and the site is cited ad nausem as being a pro-Liason site. Cracks me up.
I think this proves one thing...we're everywhere.
And we are many.
It's not a conspiracy...it's a fact.
BTW...whoever made the quicksand analogy...BRILLIANT. A little slice of heaven...
1 January 2009
15 hours 44 min
DN - Unfortunately for you and all the other liason fans you're delusional!!!
1 July 2009
12 weeks 5 days
BAC is a vortex of suck that the writers just can't stop shoving down viewer's throats. There is absolutely no chemistry between BM and CF and their scenes look awkward and forced. I seriously hope they can finally let that ship sink in peace and move forward in 2010.
9 February 2009
46 weeks 14 hours
Crusher, since when is it okay to tell someone to shut up? Or to call them an idiot? Why do you need to make it personal like that?
JaSam fans are everywhere too, thank you very much. Lol.
17 February 2009
22 weeks 1 day
sassysdreams...I'm not into personal attacks so I'll refrain from addressing your comments.
However, if you'd like to debate the issue at hand I'll be happy to consider your point of view.
8 May 2008
6 weeks 1 day
Adam and Rafe was a horrible pair just like Marissa and JR. Marissa can get hit by a bus for all I care and JR should be with someone like Greenlee. Go Niz
14 November 2007
3 years 1 week
ashlovesgh, thank you!!!
And since someone just told me to shut up, I'll do just the opposite. On my list for worst couples: Jake/Amanda, Ryan/Erica, JR/Marissa, Bianca/Reese, Frankie/Randi (AMC). Sonny/Claudia, Johnny/Olivia, Alexis/Jerry (GH). Brooke/Ridge (B&B), Melanie/Anyone (DAYS)
1 January 2009
15 hours 44 min
DN - With both sides having a huge amount of very loyal fans it is pointless to debate the issue with you. As a long time viewer of GH (more than 30 years) I know which characters I like and which I like with each other and I also know which actors I enjoy watching. I never enjoyed the Liz/Jason pairing and I don't enjoy watching RH in general. We each have our own taste and sensibilities so we will simply have to agree to disagree.
24 November 2009
3 years 18 weeks
Ravennite613, you can avoid bashing Daisy and EET but I have the right to my opinion, which is that EET is a nutcase since she/he takes things regarding jasam and liz too seriously. EET really needs to chill before her/his head combust!!!
15 July 2008
2 days 18 hours
Daisy I agree with the earlier post - please just shut up already you are as bad as that dumbass friend of yours EET. That and you are right about most of those pairs and well its just annoying how right you often are LOL
Doodle I posted something in the Debate thread when you get a chance because I dont want to get sidetracked in this thread, but what did Jason give up for Sam?? You lost me on that one