General Hospital will reveal. Recently, the loyal fan community of the long-running television soap opera General Hospital was thrilled to receive official confirmation about the return of Nurses Ball 2025, the show’s most beloved annual charity event. This announcement was made on April 1st, 2025, coinciding with the 62nd anniversary of the show’s broadcast, doubling the joy for fans.
However, that joy was short-lived when the GH production team suddenly announced that Nurses Ball 2025 would be postponed due to undisclosed, unexpected reasons. This announcement has sparked a wave of outrage from the show’s dedicated fan community.
The Nurses Ball, first held in 1994 under executive producer Wendy Riche and head writer Claire Labine, has become an integral part of General Hospital. The event is famous not only for its glamorous musical performances and fashion but also for its noble purpose—raising awareness about HIV and AIDS, and collecting funds for research and support for those living with the disease.
Led by the character Lucy Coe (portrayed by Lynn Herring), the Nurses Ball has become one of the show’s most beloved traditions over the past 30 years. The history of the Nurses Ball is intertwined with the touching love story between Robin Scorpio (Kimberly McCullough) and Stone Cates (Michael Sutton).
In the first Nurses Ball in 1994, they performed the ᴅᴇᴀᴛʜ scene from Romeo and Juliet, a deeply moving and meaningful performance. Stone later ᴅɪᴇᴅ of AIDS in 1995, and Robin was diagnosed as HIV-positive. Their story became the main motivation for creating the Nurses Ball, transforming it into an event that was not only entertaining but also profoundly educational about HIV and AIDS.
The Nurses Ball was held continuously from 1994 to 2001, then paused and returned in 2013 for General Hospital’s 50th anniversary under current executive producer Frank Valentini. The event is always anticipated because it allows characters to escape their everyday drama to showcase their singing and dancing talents. It also serves as a venue for shocking revelations and important confrontations.
Initially, the announcement that the Nurses Ball would return on May 20th, 2025, excited fans, especially after the event wasn’t held in 2024 for unclear reasons. In the episode aired on April 1st, Lucy Coe appeared at the dedication of the Dr. Monica Quartermaine Cardiac Center to announce that Jen Sidwell, a mysterious new character, would be the main sponsor for the entire event.
This announcement was initially met with enthusiasm from fans, with many social media comments expressing excitement. Many recalled memorable moments from previous Nurses Balls, such as Magic Milo’s performances, songs by Epiphany Johnson (the late actress Sonya Eddy), and especially Lucy Coe’s humorous wardrobe malfunctions—often ending the evening in her underwear due to unforeseen accidents on stage.
However, the sudden postponement without providing a specific reason or new date has made many fans feel deceived on forums and social media. Fans have not hesitated to express their disappointment and anger. Many believe this is a cheap marketing ploy to increase viewership at a time when the show’s ratings are at a low point.
In particular, using a meaningful event like the Nurses Ball—which is tied to raising awareness about HIV and AIDS—to create drama has offended many people. Some longtime fans have pointed out that the Nurses Ball is not just a regular entertainment event but an important part of telling the story of HIV and AIDS on television, helping to educate the public and reduce stigma around the disease.
Currently, fans are still waiting for official information about when Nurses Ball 2025 will be rescheduled. Meanwhile, some have begun calling on each other to donate directly to HIV and AIDS research and support organizations instead of waiting for this event.
Whether the Nurses Ball returns or not, the spirit of charity and awareness it represents will continue to exist in the General Hospital fan community.
