General Hospital fan theory! We're convinced Britt Westbourne's test results were faked and ...
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A fan theory about faked paternity tests on General Hospital is a masterclass in how soap operas weaponize information asymmetry to keep audiences hooked.
Information AsymmetryNarrative TheoryDramatic IronyParasocial Relationships
Theory Briefing
- Fans believe Britt Westbourne's paternity test was deliberately faked, hiding that villain Jenz Sidwell is her real father.
- Soap operas thrive on information asymmetry — characters (and viewers) are kept in the dark to manufacture suspense and emotional investment.
- The theory hinges on a hidden identity reveal, a classic narrative device that exploits audiences' drive to resolve uncertainty and seek closure.