Lulu Deserves Better: Why Dante Shouldn’t Get a Free Pass

For years, General Hospital fans have watched Dante Falconeri be portrayed as the loyal and loving husband of Lulu Spencer. But let’s be real—Dante has a past that shouldn’t be overlooked, especially when it comes to his relationship with Lulu. While he often comes across as the grieving husband, there’s more to the story that fans can’t forget. Dante cheated on Lulu with her cousin Valerie, abandoned her and Rocco for years, and now, despite his feelings for Lulu, he’s in a committed relationship with Sam McCall. So, why should Lulu forgive and forget if she wakes up? The truth is, she deserves so much better than Dante.

Dante’s Betrayal: The Cheating Scandal

Lulu and Dante’s marriage faced a huge blow when he cheated on her with her cousin, Valerie. For a man who was supposed to be devoted to Lulu, this betrayal cut deep. It’s one thing for a marriage to hit bumps in the road, but cheating on your wife with her own family? That’s a serious breach of trust. Lulu struggled to forgive him, and rightfully so. Though their relationship had its ups and downs, Dante’s infidelity was a turning point—one that shouldn’t be swept under the rug.

Abandoning Lulu and Rocco

As if the cheating scandal wasn’t enough, Dante left Lulu and their son Rocco when he went on a mission with the WSB and didn’t return for years. Lulu was left to pick up the pieces and raise their son on her own. Being a single mother is hard enough without having your husband disappear on you, but Lulu managed. She became stronger, more independent, and even moved on with someone else—Dusty Donovan.

For Dante to return to Port Charles and act like he’s still Lulu’s “grieving” husband doesn’t sit right with a lot of fans. Where was his grief when he was gone for all those years? Lulu’s life went on without him, and Dante needs to respect that.

Lulu Moved On—And So Did Dante

When Dante was gone, Lulu eventually found love again with Dusty. Although their relationship was cut short by the tragic explosion that left Lulu in a coma, it was clear she was moving forward in her life. Dante had no right to just swoop back in and pretend like those years apart didn’t matter. Plus, Dante himself has moved on—he’s in a relationship with Sam McCall now. While their connection is genuine, it only highlights that both Dante and Lulu had started to move in different directions romantically.

Lulu Deserves Better

If Lulu wakes up from her coma, fans are hoping she doesn’t take Dante back. He might have been a good partner at one point, but the damage he’s done can’t be erased. Lulu deserves someone who has been there for her through thick and thin, someone who hasn’t betrayed her trust or left her to raise their child alone. Dante’s actions should have consequences, and it’s time for Lulu to find happiness with someone who truly respects and values her.

Lulu has always been a strong, resilient character, and she deserves a partner who reflects that strength. Taking Dante back would be a step backward for her, and many fans are rooting for her to find someone new—someone who won’t break her heart or leave her when things get tough.

Final Thoughts

Dante’s return to Port Charles has stirred up a lot of emotions, but Lulu shouldn’t be a part of his redemption arc. While he may have grown and changed over the years, the damage he did to their relationship can’t be undone. If Lulu wakes up, she needs to focus on her own future, not on rehashing a past filled with betrayal and abandonment. Dante may be a good man now, but he was far from it when Lulu needed him most.

Lulu deserves better than Dante, and hopefully, when she wakes up, she’ll realize that too.