When it comes to Port Charles, there’s one thing you can always count on: a Spencer never backs down. And on January 23, 2025, General Hospital fans witnessed Laura Spencer (Genie Francis) step up to confront a new threat, one that’s been quietly but steadily sinking its claws into the town. Enter Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota), the man who’s made it his mission to stir up trouble, and who just might have met his match in Laura.
Sidwell: Port Charles’ Latest Villain
Sidwell’s been a nightmare for Port Charles for months. From holding Lucky Spencer (Jonathan Jackson) hostage to plotting the murders of Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) and Anna Devane (Finola Hughes), this guy is no stranger to dangerous schemes. And as if that wasn’t enough, Sidwell’s recent purchase of Wyndemere raised more than a few eyebrows. It’s clear this isn’t a man who plays by the rules—he’s out to make a name for himself as the town’s next big villain.
Despite his dark past, Sidwell’s been playing the charm game in Port Charles, cozying up to Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), Ava Jerome (Maura West), and Alexis Davis (Nancy Lee Grahn). He’s learned how to win people over, but there’s one woman in town who isn’t buying it—Laura Spencer.
Laura Spencer: The Hero Port Charles Needs
Laura didn’t need any more convincing about Sidwell’s true intentions—she’s known him for too long. As soon as she learned from Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) that Sidwell had resurfaced, she knew something was off. After all, he had once held her son Lucky hostage, and that was a betrayal she could never forget. Despite his charming demeanor and no criminal warrants hanging over his head, Laura wasn’t about to let Sidwell get comfortable in Port Charles.
Things started heating up when Lucy requested a meeting with Sidwell. Laura, suspicious about what Sidwell was really after, agreed to meet him face-to-face. As the video preview for January 24th teases, Laura made her intentions clear to Sidwell: “We don’t want you in Port Charles.” And just like that, the battle lines were drawn.
Sidwell’s Dangerous Ambitions
So, what’s Sidwell’s ultimate game plan? It’s still unclear—but one thing is certain: he’s making moves on all fronts. He’s already ingratiated himself with Lucy, played the business game with Ava, and found common ground with Alexis over his new home in town. But now that he’s set his sights on Laura, the stakes are higher than ever. Why is Sidwell so interested in these powerful women of Port Charles? What does he want from them? And most importantly, can he take down a Spencer?
Fans are eagerly waiting to see if Laura can outwit this dangerous new player or if Sidwell’s charm and cunning will win him the upper hand. One thing’s for sure: General Hospital is about to get even more explosive.
