Port Charles just got a lot more dangerous. In an unexpected twist during the July 14 episode of General Hospital, viewers were left stunned when it was revealed that Sidwell, the calculating and quietly menacing new player in town, has a mysterious partner—and the hints are pointing toward a terrifying possibility: the return of Jerry Jacks.
Let’s rewind to the moment that set everything in motion. Before Sidwell could attend the funeral of Natalia (Eva LaRue) and support his grieving son, he held a secretive meeting with Professor Dalton (Daniel Goddard), a man already under suspicion. But it wasn’t just a meeting—it was a threat-laced briefing. Sidwell delivered a chilling warning: “Our mutual friend is growing impatient… he’s sending a courier next week… if you don’t have answers, there’ll be hell to pay.”
That line sent fans into theory overdrive. “Mutual friend?” Who’s powerful enough to intimidate both Sidwell and Dalton, and invested enough to send a “courier” for answers?
One name emerged from the shadows: Jerry Jacks.
The name alone evokes decades of chaos. Jerry, played by Sebastian Roché, is one of the most infamous villains in General Hospital history. He’s the kind of character who doesn’t just manipulate—he detonates entire storylines. From kidnappings and biochemical threats to cold-blooded murder attempts, Jerry’s legacy in Port Charles is scorched earth. And the idea that Sidwell—whose motives for targeting Port Charles were previously vague—is working under or with Jerry suddenly makes all the pieces click.
So, why would Jerry be back now?
Let’s start with motive. Jerry has personal vendettas against several major figures in Port Charles, none more so than Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard). If Sidwell’s sudden obsession with ousting Sonny seemed random before, Jerry’s influence would explain everything. Jerry’s hatred for Sonny is longstanding, deep-rooted, and unforgiving. It’s entirely plausible he’s steering Sidwell to act as his proxy in dismantling Sonny’s empire.
And then there’s family.
Jerry isn’t just a shadow from the past—he’s blood to someone still in Port Charles: his niece, Josslyn Jacks (Eden McCoy). This connection becomes even more compelling when we consider recent storylines involving Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna) and the WSB. Jack had been trying aggressively to recruit Josslyn, a move that raised eyebrows. Why target her specifically?
The puzzle pieces are beginning to align.
Jack assigned Josslyn to spy on Professor Dalton at her own school—an unorthodox and dangerous mission. Could it be that Jack knew more than he was letting on? Maybe he was aware that Jerry Jacks—Josslyn’s own uncle—is pulling strings in the shadows. If Jerry’s involved, Jack may be using Josslyn as bait or leverage without her even realizing it.
What’s more disturbing is the possibility of manipulation from all sides. If Sidwell and Jerry are working together, and Jack is quietly playing his own long game within the WSB, then Josslyn is caught in the middle of a web she doesn’t even see forming. Her trust in Jack, and her family ties to Jerry, could put her in danger—emotionally and physically.
And it’s not just Josslyn at risk.
Port Charles is always on edge, but this brewing plot may set off the kind of chain reaction the town hasn’t seen in years. Sidwell’s calm demeanor masks an increasingly volatile agenda. With the threat of an unnamed courier and the promise of “hell to pay,” it’s clear that things are about to escalate dramatically.
Let’s not forget: Sidwell’s motives never made complete sense on their own.
Why would an international criminal fixate on taking over a small town in upstate New York unless there was more to the story? Was he once thought to be a long-lost Cassadine? A secret Corinthos? Those theories have come and gone—but Jerry Jacks as the man behind the curtain? That’s a storyline General Hospital fans can sink their teeth into.
And there’s precedent.
Sebastian Roché, the actor behind Jerry, recently stirred the rumor pot himself. In a February 2025 interview with US Weekly, Roché teased a potential return to the soap, saying cryptically, “Never say never.” That alone was enough to send longtime viewers buzzing. Now, with this new twist involving Sidwell and Dalton—and the unmistakable scent of Jerry’s signature scheming—those words feel like foreshadowing, not just fan service.
As the week unfolds, fans should watch closely for clues:
Who is this courier?
Will Dalton crack under pressure?
Is Jack Brennan truly protecting Josslyn—or setting her up?
And most importantly, is Jerry already in Port Charles… watching?
If Jerry Jacks returns, it won’t just be to settle scores. It will be to finish what he started. His vendettas, manipulations, and hidden alliances could tear through families, bring old secrets to light, and leave Port Charles reeling.
Conclusion: A Storm Is Coming
General Hospital is setting the stage for a seismic event. With Sidwell’s schemes escalating and whispers of Jerry Jacks in the background, no one is safe—not Sonny, not Josslyn, not even the WSB. Whether Jerry appears on screen next week or the mystery builds until fall, one thing is certain:
Port Charles isn’t ready.
