Roger Froilan
School
Salem State College
Expertise
General Hospital, Soap Operas, Classic Television
- Roger has been watching General Hospital since 1981 and is an expert on the show, and he also has a keen interest in the other remaining soap operas as well.
- He placed twice in the Page International Screenwriting Awards Quarter Finals.
- His podcast The East Meets the West won Best Long Form Show for the Amalga-Mania Podcast and Entertainment Awards.
Experience
Roger has regularly written for the websites Horror Haven and Haven Podcasts, as well as contributed articles to Drive-In Asylum Magazine. He is currently the producer and host of three popular podcasts: Then Is Now Podcast, The Cult Movie Lounge, and the award-winning The East Meets the West. He also hosts a monthly, live streaming video show called Fright Lounge. He has interviewed such celebrities as Sean Kanan, Bruce Boxleitner, Dee Wallace, Johnny Whitaker, Jerry Mathers and more. He has worked in video and audio production for over 25 years as well as having been a programming manager at a TV station, while writing for his websites simultaneously. He has been a Soap Opera News Writer for Static Media since July 2022, and is a fully dedicated cinephile with a passion for movies, television, comic books and especially General Hospital.
Education
Roger has a bachelor's degree in English from Salem State College, in Salem MA.
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Stories By Roger Froilan
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When actor Kristolyn Lloyd, who appeared on "The Bold and the Beautiful," fell on hard times and almost lost her apartment, fans stepped up.
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Soap actor Maurice Benard is familiar with portraying drama on screen, but he's had plenty of struggles in real life, too. What has he been through?
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Caitlyn Jenner made her feelings about O.J. Simpson known with a short but not sweet response to his death, angering fans who felt she was being hypocritical.
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Charlie Sheen's 2011 exit from the hugely popular sitcom "Two and a Half Men" garnered a lot of attention. How has he been spending his time since?
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General Hospital stars Bradford Anderson and Steve Burton are besties, and they don't let politics get in the way of that, even when they disagree.
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Life imitated art when "General Hospital" stars Chad Duell and Kristen Alderson began dating -- just like their characters. What happened between them?
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Kellyanne Conway's romantic life came under scrutiny following her 2023 divorce from George Conway III. Who was her former love, Fred Thompson?
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Lara Trump is used to the spotlight, both because of her family and her fashion choices. But her Easter 2024 look may have topped all of her other bad outfits.
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Jason Morgan and Damian Spinelli are two highly recognizable and beloved "GH" characters. However, their real-life bromance is even more adorable.
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It's been almost 23 years since the final episode of "Baywatch" aired. Here's where some of the stars including David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson are now.
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Martin Short and Meryl Streep have been going out publicly pretty often lately, leading to speculation that they're in a relationship. What's the real story?
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Sean "Diddy" Combs is a father of seven, including twin daughters D'Lila and Jessie Combs, who are making names for themselves and living amazing lives.
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Burt Reynolds and Sally Field truly loved one another, but their connection was ruined by Reynolds' unwillingness to accept one aspect of their relationship.
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The late Robyn Bernard realized her dream of becoming an actor on "General Hospital," but unfortunately, she couldn't overcome her addiction issues.
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Hallmark veteran Tyler Hynes is bringing the heat opposite Katherine Barrell in this uniquely set rom-com. What makes "Shifting Gears" worth the watch?
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There has been speculation among "General Hospital" fans about how long hitman Jason Morgan will stick around. Steve Burton has put those concerns to bed.
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After much speculation, Rose Hanbury has finally spoken out publicly regarding the longstanding rumor that she and Prince William have been having an affair.
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Maurice Benard may play a villainous mafia boss on "General Hospital," but offscreen he's a doting grandpa to the adorable TT, who loves mugging for the camera.
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Charlie and Martin Sheen have much in common in terms of their acting careers, but it's their familial relationship that has helped them through the hard times.
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The public speculation surrounding Kate Middleton's wellbeing has some drawing comparisons to Princess Diana, but a key difference separates the two royals.
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"The Price is Right" host Drew Carey has a reputation as a happy-go-lucky guy, but the beloved comedian has experienced personal tragedy in his life as well.
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Kate Middleton finally resurfaced after months out of the public eye but the first new photo of her caused so much confusion she had to release a clarification.
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Laura Wright has loved working with Steve Burton now that he's back on "General Hospital." The two have filmed some intense scenes together already!
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Tom Cruise remains one of Hollywood's most popular and successful actors, putting him in the spotlight. But there are many more things to know about the star.
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Michele Val Jean is no longer working on "The Bold and the Beautiful," but her upcoming soap, "The Gates" is one that fans are already looking forward to.
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"General Hospital" fans are thrilled Steve Burton is reprising his role as Jason Morgan. What will this next chapter be like for the actor -- and the character?
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Jodie Foster sought help from the real-life inspiration for her character in "Nyad" and in the process the actor made a lifelong friend in trainer Bonnie Stoll.