1. He thought it would be a fun "experiment" to star in a soap opera after becoming a successful actor (Spiderman, Pineapple Express, Milk) and joined the cast of General Hospital.
2. He told the writers he wanted his character to be two things: "an artist, and crazy."
3. He found a way to work his real-life mom into the show.
4. His character's name was Franco.
5. He gave us scenes like this . You must watch it.
