Michael (Rory Gibson) and Jordan (Tanisha Harper) have been spending a surprising amount of time together lately on “General Hospital.” And it turns out that isn’t an accident.
Harper confirmed in a new interview with “Soap Opera Digest” that “General Hospital” is testing the chemistry between Jordan and Michael to see whether the two characters could work as a potential romantic pairing.
The actress said that she was given a heads-up before Rory Gibson even took over the role of Michael Corinthos that Jordan and Michael would start crossing paths more often. What began with a few scenes together has developed into a real friendship as Michael supports Jordan during an extremely difficult time in her life.
Now it seems that friendship could turn into something romantic as Jordan grapples with the impact of her disfigurement on her self-esteem and how she sees the world.
“General Hospital” Is Testing Michael and Jordan’s Chemistry
According to Harper, “General Hospital” deliberately started putting Michael and Jordan together to see how the actors and characters worked as a potential pairing.
The experiment apparently went well. Harper told “Soap Opera Digest” that she believes the writers and executive producer Frank Valentini liked what they saw and decided to continue exploring the connection.
That’s certainly consistent with what’s happening on screen. Michael and Jordan have gradually been spending more time together, particularly as they work together at Aurora.
Michael Understands What Jordan Is Going Through
Michael has his own history with devastating injuries and the physical and emotional scars that come with them.
After suffering severe burns when his father Sonny’s penthouse was bombed, Michael traveled to Germany for treatment. Now he’s using his experience and connections to help Jordan as she faces her own recovery.
Michael has even worked to arrange reconstructive treatment for Jordan at the same German clinic where he received care.
That gives their growing relationship a foundation that goes beyond physical attraction.
Jordan is dealing with major changes to her body and her life. Michael understands what it’s like to look in the mirror after a traumatic injury and struggle with the aftermath.
That shared experience could explain why Jordan has become increasingly comfortable leaning on Michael. But emotional intimacy has a habit of becoming something more on a soap.
Could Michael and Jordan Really Become a Couple?
Michael and Jordan certainly aren’t an obvious pairing. The two characters have never previously been in each other’s romantic orbit, and their connection may have caught viewers by surprise.
But that could also be part of the appeal. Michael has been through a series of complicated relationships, while Jordan has spent years tied to Curtis (Donnell Turner). Pairing Michael and Jordan would give both characters a completely different romantic direction.
Harper acknowledged that viewers may have strong opinions about the potential couple. Some fans may embrace the unexpected pairing, while others may have a harder time imagining Jordan and Michael together. For now, however, GH appears interested in finding out whether the friendship can develop into attraction.
What Would a Michael and Jordan Romance Mean for Curtis?
There’s also one very large complication standing in the way of a Michael and Jordan romance: Curtis.
Jordan and Curtis have a long, complicated history, and Curtis remains an important part of her life. But recent events have put enormous pressure on their relationship.
With Curtis currently incarcerated, Michael has increasingly become someone Jordan can depend on. That creates the kind of emotional triangle that soaps love.
Michael doesn’t necessarily have to pursue Jordan for trouble to begin. If Curtis sees Jordan growing closer to another man while he’s unable to be there for her, jealousy could become an issue long before Jordan and Michael ever share a kiss.
And if Jordan realizes that Michael is giving her the kind of emotional support she’s been missing, she may begin questioning what she wants from her future.
“General Hospital” is exploring the possibility of something more between them. And if their growing friendship does turn romantic, Port Charles may have one of its most surprising new couples.
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“General Hospital” Is Testing a Michael and Jordan Romance, Tanisha Harper Confirms