Gio’s bold move to protect Sonny Corinthos has fans calling him the new Jason Morgan! But when Sonny brushes him off, will Gio dive deeper into the mob life or rethink his loyalty? The drama is heating up in Port Charles!

Port Charles is buzzing with the promise of nostalgia and new drama as Giovanni ‘Gio’ Palmieri (Giovanni Mazza) channels the iconic Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) with his bold move to protect Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard). Recently, Gio’s quick thinking — eavesdropping on Jenz Sidwell’s (Carlo Rota) conversation and rushing the intel to Sonny — showed an unshakable loyalty to the mob boss. His fearless actions reminded viewers of Jason’s earlier days as Sonny’s most trusted ally in the ‘90s. But when Sonny abruptly dismisses Gio’s efforts in a tense exchange at Sonny’s new home, the young Quartermaine from Bensonhurst is left shocked and stung.

Gio’s loyalty to Sonny has been put to the test, and fans are left wondering: will this rejection be the turning point in Gio’s journey, or will it push him deeper into the mob life? After all, Gio’s been grappling with some major family revelations, including the discovery that he’s the son of Brook Lynn Quartermaine (Amanda Setton) and Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna). Could this rejection from Sonny fuel Gio’s drive to prove himself as Sonny’s loyal grandson, or will Sonny’s pushback steer him away from the dangerous path that Jason once walked?

Gio’s move to protect Sonny mirrors Jason’s devotion to the mob boss in the early days of General Hospital. Back in the ‘90s, Jason went above and beyond to shield Sonny, often at great personal cost. Gio’s instinct to overhear Sidwell’s plans and report back shows a similar commitment to Sonny’s cause. But Sonny’s dismissive response — prioritizing his own mob war over Gio’s initiative — hit hard, especially after Gio’s struggles with Lois Cerullo’s (Rena Sofer) secrecy and his attempts to find his place in the family.

Online, fans are divided: some are calling Gio “the new Jason,” praising his eagerness to protect Sonny, while others are warning that Sonny’s constant pushback might drive him further away. Will Gio’s loyalty to Sonny pull him deeper into the family’s criminal empire, or will Sonny’s rejection be the wake-up call Gio needs to reconsider his role in the mob?

As Gio reels from Sonny’s dismissal, his hunger to prove himself could lead him to take bigger risks. He may resort to actions like tailing Sidwell or investigating the fire at Charlie’s Pub, desperate to earn his place in the family. Tensions between Gio and his biological family — Brook Lynn and his brother Rocco Falconeri (Finn Francis Carr) — could also exacerbate his need for acceptance. His desire to prove himself may push him to emulate Jason’s past, seeking Sonny’s approval by taking even bolder steps. A risky confrontation with Sidwell or Selina Wu (Lydia Look) could further cement his role in the mob, but with Sonny trying to steer him away, will Gio back down, or will he dive headfirst into the dangerous world his grandfather inhabits?

Gio’s growing involvement in the mob could shake the Quartermaine family to its core. His ambitions could challenge not only his relationship with Brook Lynn and Dante but also strain ties with his entire family. If Gio continues to align himself with Sonny, it could set the stage for a power struggle that leads to Tracy Quartermaine’s (Jane Elliott) plans for the family sooner than expected. Will Gio become the next heir to Sonny’s mob empire, or will his recklessness push him away from the family’s traditional roots?

With Jason Morgan’s influence lingering in the background, Gio’s instincts to protect Sonny may shape his future, but whether that future lies in the mob or outside it remains to be seen. As the drama builds, one thing is certain: Gio is on a collision course with destiny. Will Sonny push him away for his own safety, or will he embrace Gio as his next heir?

Port Charles is about to get even more intense, and fans are eagerly watching to see if Gio becomes the next mob boss or if Sonny can save him from a path that’s been all too familiar.

Stay tuned for the latest General Hospital drama, and don’t miss a moment of Gio’s journey — will he follow in Jason’s footsteps or forge his own path?