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On December 14, 2025, the world lost a true soap icon: Anthony Geary. He played Luke Spencer on General Hospital on and off for nearly four decades. I loved watching him because he portrayed a character who was fun, smart, and truly unique...one we all fell in love with. On May 21, 2015, I had the honor of interviewing Anthony in his dressing room. I was one of the last people to interview him before he retired from General Hospital and moved to Amsterdam. It’s an interview I will never forget. What an incredible honor it was to be in his dressing room with my husband and to interview someone we admired and loved so much. I remember writing in my journal that Anthony was a little shy at first, but so kind and open with me. When we released the interview, Anthony sent me a text that I have kept on my phone ever since: “Thank you, Paolo… You give great interview! I’ve rarely been able to watch myself through an entire segment without tearing out my hair. Like it or not I believe you managed to get the ‘real’ me, unplugged. You made the difference with your insightful questions and the alive and intelligent way in which you listened to this old thespian’s ramblings. Much love… TG. P.S. My thanks to Patrick for not making me look like an over-the-hill side-show freak from a geriatric kissing booth. Don’t laugh… it happens.” Tony texted me this on May 27, 2015, and I have treasured it ever since. I am forever grateful to Tony and for this beautiful interview. I love you, Anthony, and I hope you get to meet my mom up there. She was a huge fan of Luke and Laura, and I’ll never forget how proud she was when I told her I had booked Anthony Geary on A Spoonful of Paolo. INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

My interview with comedian, actor, and NYT bestselling author Leslie Jones is out today! This is truly one I will never forget. In this conversation, Leslie opens up about her new comedy special (which was taped the DAY after the election), how her big dreams took her to SNL, and her extraordinary grief journey with so much honesty and heart. I’m forever grateful for her vulnerability, her strength, and the beautiful energy she brought to this interview. #lesliejones #lifepart2 #aspoonfulofpaolo INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

Today, I sit down in an all-new #ASpoonfulofPaolo interview with world-renowned psychic medium John Edward! What an honor it was to talk with John about everything from his secret life working with the FBI in his new book “Chasing Evil” to his incredible 40+ year journey providing comfort and healing to countless people all over the world. I’ve been blessed to sit down with so many guests who’ve had a huge impact on my life, but this episode was truly something special. His words hit me like a ton of bricks and I walked away with a deeper understanding of my own grief journey and a heart full of gratitude. I know I will keep revisiting this conversation in my head for a long time. Enjoy! @psychicmediumje INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

We’re back with an all-new #ASpoonfulOfPaolo episode featuring comedian, author, producer, and activist - the very funny, Cristela Alonzo! There was so much to talk about from her childhood growing up in poverty, to chasing her dreams, to her new Netflix special “Upper Classy.” Let me just say, if you need a little inspiration and motivation, this episode is for you! INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

10 years ago, Patrick and I went to go see the incredible Danielle Brooks in Broadway’s “The Color Purple”. We were mesmerized by her performance and we have been following her remarkable journey as a Grammy Winner and Oscar, Tony and Emmy nominated actor ever since. I've dreamed of this moment for a long time and today that dream comes alive. I am so proud to say we are kicking off our 15th season of "A Spoonful of Paolo" with the one and only Danielle Brooks! This interview is filled with love, dreams, inspiration and, of course, a surprise moment that had us all screaming! I hope Danielle’s story inspires you to believe in yourself, to never give up on your dreams, and to always pay it forward. 🎥 Link in bio to watch my full interview with Danielle Brooks. INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

It’s time for a very special Pride Month episode of "A Spoonful of Paolo" with the one and only Sandra Bernhard — actor, comedian, and true national treasure! Sandra can do it all, and in this episode we talk about everything from her new comedy tour “Shapes & Forms" to her extraordinary Hollywood beginnings as manicurist to the stars to her declaration at 5 years old that she was going to be a comedian. Today also happens to be Sandra's 70th birthday!!! Of course, we surprised her with a party and a heartfelt gift to celebrate!! Happy PRIDE and Happy Birthday, Sandra! 🥄🥄🥄 INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

My super fun, super special, and super heartfelt interview with the queen of surviving and thriving Michelle Buteau is out today! Michelle's story is beyond inspiring, and this small clip shows you how she did more than just manifest her dreams...she took charge of her life and ignored all the nay sayers. This #aspoonfulofpaolo episode is bursting joy and love and a few surprises. I had so much fun talking with Michelle about her Oprah & Julia Child-inspired childhood to her stand up comedy to her hit Netflix show #SurvivalOfTheThickest! This will be an episode I will never forget because I walked away with a big boost of confidence and love for myself, and I hope you will too. Link in bio for the full episode, and let me know what you think in the comments! INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com

I can’t believe I can say this, but my interview with Ms. Tina Knowles is officially out! I feel so grateful to have had this special moment to talk with #mstinaknowles about her powerful, raw and inspiring memoir, #Matriarch. From her childhood in Galveston, TX to learning how to stand up for herself & her girls to some truly amazing full circle moments, this was one conversation that will live in my heart forever. I hope her story inspires you to never give up on your dreams, to fight for what’s right, and to always believe in yourself. Let me know what you think in the comments! INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/PaoloPresta THREADS https://www.threads.net/@paolopresta FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/spoonfulofpaolo TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@paolo.presta TWITTER https://twitter.com/PaoloPresta WATCH ALL OF OUR CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS AT http://www.aspoonfulofpaolo.com