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Chad Duell Exits General Hospital as Michael Corinthos

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Another longtime cast member of General Hospital is leaving the ABC daytime drama series. Now comes word from Chad Duell, himself, that he has made the decision to exit the role of Michael Corinthos.

Duell came to GH to play the part of Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Carly’s (Laura Wright) son (Michael is the biological son of AJ Quartermaine), following his predecessor Drew Garrett starting in 2010, and has remained with the soap for more than 14 years. He is a seven-time Daytime Emmy nominee (6 for GH and 1 for The Bay), and picked up the gold back in 2015 for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his work as Michael on General Hospital.

Taking to his Instagram, Chad shared, “After many incredible years with General Hospital, I’ve decided to step away from the show. This wasn’t an easy decision for me, but it feels like the right time in my life. I’m beyond grateful to Frank Valentini, the cast, crew, and everyone behind the scenes who have been like family to me throughout this amazing journey.”

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In addition, he gave a special ‘shout out’ to GH viewers, expressing, “To all the fans: thank you from the bottom of my heart for your unwavering support and for letting Michael Corinthos be a part of your lives. Your love and encouragement has meant the world to me. This isn’t a goodbye—it’s a see you later.”

Chad closed his goodbye message with “Much love, Chad.” Two of Duell’s on-screen siblings commented on his departure post. Dominic Zamprogna (Dante) joked, “Who wrote this for you…. Just kidding. I love you Cheddar❤️” While, Eden McCoy (Josslyn) simply shared, “I love you.” In addition, Chad’s on-screen mom, Laura Wright (Carly) shared her reaction to the news: “🥰🥰🥰 still mad !! But I adore you !!!” Meanwhile, Duell’s on-screen wife, Katelyn MacMullen (Willow) added, “Love you, Chad!!!!” Sofia Mattsson (Sasha) posted, “You will be so missed!!!! ❤️ Excited to see what’s next!”

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On a recent episode of GH, Duell had been temporarily replaced by Robert Adamson (ex-Noah, Y&R) who has filled-in for him once before in 2022. No word yet on if the show will recast, or what the fate of Michael will be.

Currently, in story, Michael has been reeling from the fact that his wife, Willow is for all intent and purposes, having an affair with his uncle Drew Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison), and in reaction, he hit the sheets with his ex, Sasha Gilmore, who now may be pregnant with his child.

Are you sad to learn the news that Chad Duell is departing General Hospital? What should GH do now with the character of Michael … recast or write the character off the canvas for now? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

 

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This was not the announcement I was expecting to see today. Yes, I liked Chad Duell as Michael, but also felt like he was resting in the role for quite a while. Part of me hopes we get Robert Adamson full-time in the role… but I’m also hoping we get to rest the character of Michael until mid-2025. Wishing Mr. Duell the best wherever he may take his career.

I agree with you Robert Adamson is the perfect person to play this character, Chad has been boring and lackluster for so long

Not true he acted the part and script that was given to him!

I don’t see how we can “rest” Chad and continue the Dru and Willow debacle? What, make believe he’s not there? I’m looking forward to Thanksgiving at the Q’s, bet they’ll be served more than their usual Pizza, how about some on screen Playroom frolicking instead? Oh, then Sasha can serve up some baby news of her own, courtesy of Michael. Let’s put a little whipped cream on that one!

It’s easy: Michael divorces Willow, leaves Port Charles with the kids, and she can raise Scout outside of Port Charles with Drew when they eventually leave.

NOOOO… Too many losses lately on GH!

With Frank’s comment that there’s good story for Michael and his family, it wouldn’t be surprising to hear Katelyn MacMullen is departing as Willow as well.

Good Riddence, I say!

Chad was a nuance actor. Very skilled actor no over dramatics just good solid acting he will be missed!

Devasted we’re losing Chad Duell, he fit the role perfectly. The storyline took a complete flip, Willow and Michael had a cozy little family. They had so much to be thankful for. He was always a breath of fresh air on show. I can’t imagine how he will be replaced or how the Michael/Willow fairytale saga will end. Curse you Drew Quartermaine!

I think that they should hire another actor instead of killing off CHARACTERS. Or let them go somewhere for awhile instead of off to jail or to an insane asylum… Move to another state something. Other than dying .NEED WRITERS THAT DO CARE ABOUT THE SHOW…

I can’t agree more. The writers suck. Killing off beloved characters. Messing up nice family storyline. Ruining great connections. Michael and willows family was perfect with the kids. They fought so hard through her cancer battle. They ruined the great love relationship with Gregory, Finn, violet and chase. The ultimate error was tearing apart the great family love and chemistry between Alexis and her 3 girls and the sisters by killing off Sam and leaving her kids with no mom. It’s like they don’t believe in happiness and family and history. Bringing back people we don’t care about an̈d removing ones we do. Also ruined all the great chemistry Laura had with the old cute Nicolas not the current one. Andshe had great chemistry and love with Spencer. But he chose to leave. She’s good with all her grandkids too. Sad to see this soap decline and be so unwatchable that we don’t care anymore

Michael is NOT being killed off – directly from Frank.

kill off michael by drew and send him to prison for ever!

No, he’s not being killed off. However, many beloved characters are leaving GH one way or another. We’d like to know, “WHY”?

Horrible new writers. We all can do way better

I’d never want a “fan” to write for this soap, and both writers aren’t “new,” either.

This is not a good thing at all. Michael is a Quartermaine & Spencer by birth and a Corinthos by adoption. He’s the ultimate GH “legacy kid” and arguably the central character of the show since he’s literally related to damn near everybody. Even if he’s not written as the lead character, logic suggests that would be the path going forward.

So sick of this it appears that the toxicity in the show is too much for actors to continue.

I love Chad as Michael. No one can replace bim.

Too bad he wasn’t more like his Uncle Jason,than the other creep! Hope they get someone completely different looking, i.e Rbt. Adamson for his replacement.

I hope they find someone other than Adamson
I never felt he did justice to the part
No umph. Just dry
I don’t think he’s a good enough actor
Why are they killing the show piece by piece
How long do they think the fans are going to continue to be fans with this garbage that they’re doing

I totally agree!
No offense to that specific actor & no criticisms of his acting skills… He just simply doesn’t give Michael Corinthos! Of course, Chad’s the best for the role, but hopefully there’s someone else out there that could pull it off. I can’t see how it could work to lose the character of Michael. I mean, Carly & Sonny already lost Morgan… Ya know?!

I agree with you 100 percent. Nobody can replaced Chad as Michael.

I couldn’t agree more. No offense to the young man who has periodically filled in for Chad but there is only one Michael Corinthos for me. I just hope they write it so the door remains open for his return. Replace him for awhile if necessary ( Although it just won’t be the same) Or have him head off to run ELQ’s London office . He can take Sasha and new bambino on the way and at least Wiley . Maybe the baby stays w/ Mrs. unfaithful? Idk but don’t close the door on Chad returning please!

Not a complete surprise as there were rumors floating for a while. Wish him welll. Might be time for a break from the character

Thank God

I hope they do a recast of the character

They’re not at this time.

Recast but if Chad decides to come back let him. He is ” Michael Corinthos”

Shocked! There must be a lot of BS going on at ABC…please don’t kill the soap! Invest in writers i stead of sets and wardrobe budgets!

One by one they are either being killed off or being changed. I don’t know if I wanna watch it anymore!

I like him in the role of Michael. I will miss him. Good actor!

I am sad. But it is his decision to make. I wish him well and luck! (As long as the writers don’t kill off Michael.)

Michael is great! hate for him to leave but he is great deserves to live the best life. he has a great family and loves them dearly.Chad stay strong live ,love, and be good to yourself.

Wish Chad all the best. GH is on a downward spiral. Too many favorites leaving and too many padt characters coming back. Stories are boring.

True that,sad

I don’t blame him and I wish him well. The Michael character is neither here nor there. Seems like a bore to play him…or at least after 14 years. Best wishes to Chad to find something that challenges and fulfills him.

There won’t be A General Hospital at the rate there Going

That’s for sure

I do not want to see Chad.Love him as Michael corentos.He is a wonderful actor and he needs to stay on.We will surely miss him, please.Michael reconsider

Sorry to hear this. I really enjoyed Chad in this role. Since it’s Chad’s idea to step down, I would love to see Darin Brooks play the role. Darin could add his quirky kind of humor to the role plus give it his own special spin to the character. Just an idea. I wish Chad a lot of success and happiness in his future.

I have watched Chad develop into a outstanding Charactor i wish he would finish this storyline out would love to see him become a villian I wish him well you will be missed

Brooks is well suited to play Dillon – a character that needs to come back, although there may be a “no vacancy” sign outside of the Q front door these days.

It is a sad day when he leaves. I have been watching GH since I was little and I am 61. Hope you don’t get rid of his character

I will miss his handsome face and chemistry he has with sonny and Carly. I think that Sasha and should not get together, but Jason and Sasha. Please don’t let Sasha be pregnant. Michael and willow split, but not divorce . Michael need a break from love. Please leave chase and Brooklyn alone.

In time,it won’t even be GH anymore.
Everyone is getting fired,or just leaving .
It’s horrible.

Give Michael a rest….

It’s sad to see chad go.. he’s been Michael corinothos for so many years. Please come back

I can’t take this. First Kelly. Now Chad. He is Michael and no one can play him. So sorry to see him leave. This is very sad for GH

I love Chad as Michal C. No one can replace him.

I ain’t mad at Chad Duell for leaving. Better to get out , before the writers turn Michael an abomination and ruin the character. Good luck on your new path

Nooo! When he first joined I hated that they replaced Garrett after just one year. Because I thought Garrett looked the part more. But in no time the Duell grew on me,and now is one of my favorite characters on the show. I can’t see him being replaced,but Michael is a character that needs to be on GH. I’m torn on what they should do. I just hate seeing Duell go.

I think it is time for me to move on also. I am getting bored with the comings and going.

Why is he leaving the show

People become actors to play different roles and I’m sure that is why he is moving on.

Maybe h’es leaving because he’s as pissed as we are with his role. How, as Michael, he can hold it together while listening to all the lies and excuses coming out of Drew’s mouth, while wanting to knock him on his ass! I sure hope Drew gets what he deserves, knowing it was Michael that gave it to him.

I’ll take clutching your pearls over a soap opera for $2000.

He is a big part of GH I think they should recast his role with a replacement and not cast him off the show but he well forever be missed he was a great Micheal Corinthos I’ve been watching for over 35 years thank you GH Iove the show

Please don’t let him go. Do anything you can to keep him on the show. Please don’t let him go. I love him and Willow together. Don’t let Drew run him off. Too many good people are leaving the show it makes me sad

The character has become insufferable the past few years. Maybe time to take a break

Hate to see Chad leaving,won’t be the same without him,like Robert but can’t even think abt a different Michael,will seem weird but I don’t want him to be killed off

Recast please don’t write him off love you Chad please come bac you are going to be so missed

Great disappointment in hearing the news about Chad’s exit. Praying that he will return in the future. Also praying that he has good fortune in his coming endeavors. Chad, take care of your beautiful family. Hugs and kisses to you all. Good Luck!

Was not expected.since. since it happening they need to recast and have Michael join Sonnys world.

Michael should be recast

I hope CD comes back as AJ and Carlys son he’s a great performer and theirs still story to tell with Michael such as he may be Aces secret father and that Amelia may not be his daughter after all.

Is that you Cecil? Still making unfounded storyline adjustments?

Did Micheal even know Esma??

What the hell has happened with this show?

This is terrible. First Kelly. Now Chad. He is Michael and no one can play him.

This really sucks, he is one of my favorite characters, and the stand in just does not come close

You will be missed on the show that’s for sure

Why Michael fight his own battles instead of having Jason fight them?

Recast Michael Please love the character

I’ve never had any good love towards Chad’s portrayal of Michael though, I do like the character.
I can see much more tension between Robert Adamson’s portrayal with both Sasha and Willow. Never felt it with Chad.

I feel the exact opposite

Yes Michael is needed please don’t go! no one can replace him I don’t care who they cast it seems like GH is toxic what’s really going on?

I am shocked. Wonder if he’s heading to CBS? Will Adamson step in permanently

I’m not surprised by this the writers have ruined the show.

They sure have. Seems there is probably a lot of drama on the set with all the firings. I have heard their ratings aren’t the greatest and they may get the boot off ABC.

If you do replace Chad please don’t let it be Robert Adamson, sorry don’t think he fits the Micheal role, but that’s just my opinion

What in the world is going on at GH? Ever since they changed writers and then backtracked on the change, this has been messy.

You just answered your own question, it’s the so-called writers!

Not exactly surprising news. There have been rumors about Chad leaving for a while. I’ve liked him as Michael, but he has seemed to be kind of going through the motions and phoning it in at times, in recent years. Which is probably on the writing as much as anything else. Don’t blame him for wanting to step away, maybe do some new things. My best to him.

I would say they should give the character of Michael a break for a while. Down the road, if Chad wants to return, great. If not, then recast . And I would be fine with Robert Adamson taking over the role. I think he’s done a fine job during the times he’s filled in for Chad in recent years.

But man, what a turnover in the GH cast this year. Roger Howarth, Michael Easton, Kelly Monaco let go. Kin Shriner, Tristan Rogers, James Patrick Stuart, Kathleen Gati, Robert Gossett, Alley Mills among others, written out.

How about take his salary and use it towards @KellyMonicos return?????

Kelly Monaco isn’t coming back; move on.

How do you know? Move out of your mom’s house

Watch out Mimi, the house may just fall on you.

Chad was the reason I started watching GH again and he was so good from the beginning. So I’m sad. I hope he comes back someday

This is a mistake…clean up his role…rewrite making him a stable character that will bring an upbeat and long term image w/leadership qualities as there are too many shipwrecked personalities in GH. There are too many people out there in the real world politically. Thus allow for people of promise to be put in uplifting roles emulating John Beradino and good role models. Thank you.

This news really tears me apart. Chad has been a favorite of mine for years. There have been so many changes on General Hospital and I’ve been watching it since it premiered! Although I wish the best for Chad and whatever he’s getting ready to accomplish in his life, I pray the writers do him justice and do not write him off the canvas completely, I don’t like the direction General Hospital is going in at all and have not for the past year or so. There was a time when I couldn’t wait to watch it and now I wait till it’s on Hulu and fast-forward through a lot of it this is not what I want, but this is what has become a General Hospital for me , please do something with your storylines and stop blowing up families that do not need to be messed with. I truly hate what happened to Cody and Sasha? They both deserved happiness and they’re blown up too. I pray that Dante and Lulu find their way back to each other and that it doesn’t take forever on canvas for this to happen. Chad please don’t take forever to come back to General Hospital because I don’t know how much longer I’m gonna watch this soap opera without you

Seems like GH has a toxic work environment there and difficult work place much like the first term of Donald trumps with his large turnover!
Either the actors “die off” on screen or they die off in real life must be very very stressful to work at GH

I can’t wait until Donald drops dead too.

Well, I don’t know..

For one thing, I’m not in any hurry to have him down here.

Aside from that, do you think the couch er… “abuser” would be any better?

That may be the one thing that saves us!

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2026 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet: Men Duded Up – Who’s Got the Look? (Photos)

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The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards red carpet arrivals featured many a leading man from your favorite soaps, plus the younger stars and veteran actors you’ve come to love.

The gents were definitely about the bowties this year, plus fashion-forward trends, classic suit and tux looks, or sport jacket and no tie. There were a myriad of fashion choices on display from the one thing the soaps are usually known for, ‘hot’ guys.

This year for the first time the red carpet featured the cast of Beyond the Gates who were eligible for Daytime Emmy competition for the first time in their young history, bringing fresh faces and new vibes to the festivities.

LEADING MEN, VETERAN STARS AND NEWCOMERS STRIKE A POSE

Many of this year’s nominees who went on to become eventual winners, previous Emmy winners, and more, took to the carpet to strike a pose for the paparazzi in attendance.

Some of the standout looks came from (pictured above): Steve Burton (Jason Morgan, General Hospital) in traditional black tux with a sheen, Lawrence Saint-Victor (Carter Walton, The Bold and the Beautiful), Giovanni Mazza (Gio Palmieri), Jibre Hordges (Jacob Hawthorne, Beyond the Gates) and Michael Graziadei  (Daniel Romalotti, The Young and the Restless), all wearing tuxes, suits or sportcoat and trousers with a bowtie, plus now two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Roger Howarth (Matt Clark, The Young and the Restless) who gave us that stellar jacket and more relaxed vibe for the carpet.

Now below, check out the other actors who made an impression with red carpet fashion at the Daytime Emmy Awards this past Friday night.

Al Calderon Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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Days of our Lives and Brilliant Minds alum, Al Calderon (ex-Javi Hernandez), a Daytime Emmy nominee in light green suit.

Jaden Lucas Miller Daytime Emmys Red Carpet 2026

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Beyond the Gates’ Jaden Lucas Miller (Tyrell Richardson) had it put together from head to toe making his first appearance at a Daytime Emmy red carpet.

Eric Braeden Daytime Emmys red carpet

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The icon, Y&R’s Eric Braeden, a nominee this year for Lead Actor for his performances as Victor Newman took to the red carpet alongside his granddaughter, but took a moment to pose solo for the cameras.

Alex Cheeks

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Alex Cheeks who plays Donnell McBride on Beyond the Gates took to the carpet in this blue suit with brooch.

Dominic Zamprogna Daytime Emmy Awards 2026

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General Hospital’s Dominic Zamprogna (Dante Falconeri) entering the red carpet from the street stylin’ in blue jacket and white sneakers.

Harrison Cone Daytime Emmy Awards Red Carpet

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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Harrison Cone (Deke Sharpe) bringing the on-trend fashion to the Emmys, as well as he would as the young fashion designer at Logan!

Sawandi Wilson 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards

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General Hospital’s Sawandi Wilson (Dr. Isaiah Gannon) in velvet red tuxedo stood out on the red carpet.

Paul Telfer 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards

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Last year’s Lead Actor Daytime Emmy winner, Paul Telfer (Xander Kiriakis, Days of our Lives) returned this year to present several awards on-stage and hit the red carpet in very stylish black kilt.

Kyle Pryor

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Days of our Lives’ newest leading man, Kyle Pryor made his debut on the Daytime Emmy red carpet. He premieres tomorrow on the November 2nd episode of the Peacock streaming soap operas as Dominik Marino.

Sean Freeman - Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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Beyond the Gates star, Sean Freeman (Andre Richardson) always looks super cool. This time in white jacket and packets making a fashion statement on his first Daytime Emmys red carpet.

Crew Morrow

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The Bold and the Beautiful’s Crew Morrow (Will Spencer) opted for a jean jacket and black sheen jeans to take to the carpet, but still bringing the swag.

Christopher Sean Daytime Emmys Red Carpet 2026

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Days of our Lives alum Christopher Sean (Paul Narita), a nominee for Guest Performer in a Daytime Drama Series took to the red carpet in beautiful blue.

So, which men do you think were looking good? Did the actors bring it to the red carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.

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2026 Daytime Emmy Awards Red Carpet: Women in Glam – Who’s Got the Look?

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The 53rd annual Daytime Emmys red carpet was filled with the leading ladies of soap opera, with an array of styles, looks and fashion trends: from bright vibrant colored gowns, plenty of sequins, pantsuits, retro looks, to fashion-forward and more.

From many an Emmy newcomer to the carpet with the stars of Beyond the Gates making their first-ever appearances on daytime’s biggest night, to veteran fan favorites, to the nominees and the guest stars, these women walked the carpet showing off their 2026 fashion sensibilities to the paparazzi.

Let’s take a look at some of the noteworthy looks starting with pictured above: Beyond the Gates star and now Emmy winner, Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas), Days of our Lives’ Abigail Klein (Stephanie Johnson), and Sal Stowers (Lani Price Grant), General Hospital’s Katelyn MacMullen (Willow Tait) and alum and nominee Eva LaRue (ex-Natalia Rogers Ramirez).

DRESSED TO IMPRESS

Now below, check out some of the other red carpet looks from the actresses of Beyond the Gates, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless, and then you can let us know in the comment section the answer to our question, “Who’s got the look?”

Amanda Setton, Daytime Emmys red carpet

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General Hospital’s Amanda Setton, a first-time Emmy nominee for her work as Brook Lynn Quartermaine, looked beautiful in burgundy.

Tamara Tunie, 2026 Daytime Emmys red carpet

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The Belle of the Ball: Beyond the Gates star Tamara Tunie wowed the red carpet, and later took home her first Lead Actress Daytime Emmy for her role as Anita Dupree.

Hayley Erin 2026 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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Y&R star, Hayley Erin (Claire) look stylish and in the popular burgundy dress color trend on the carpet.

Kelly Kruger - 2026 Daytime Emmys red carpet

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General Hospital’s Kelly Kruger (Serena Baldwin) dressed in black and brought elegance to the carpet.

Christel Khalil 2026 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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Y&R star, Christel Khalil (Lily Winters) looked stunning in this olive green dress and matching handbag and earrings.

Alexa Havins 2026 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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General Hospital’s Alexa Havins (Lulu Spencer) also dressed in sophisticated black with embroidered top and sarong dress.

Cherie Jimenez 2-26 Daytime Emmys red carpet

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Days of our Lives’ Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez), who always wows on the carpet, did so again this year in a pearl white gown.

Rhonni Rose Mantilla

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Beyond the Gates’ Rhonni Rose Mantilla’s (Chelsea Hamilton) in a cobalt blue dress making her first appearance on a Daytime Emmys red carpet.

Kristen Vagnos, Daytime Emmys red Carpet

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General Hospital’s Kristen Vaganos (Molly Lansing-Davis) in a pale peach dress took to the Emmys red carpet.

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General Hospital’s Braedyn Bruner (Emma Drake), a first-time Daytime Emmy nominee, showed youth with elegance.

Maura West and Cynthia Watros 2026 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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General Hospital’s Maura West (Ava Jerome) and Cynthia Watros (Nina Reeves), both past Lead Actress Daytime Emmy winners, were on-hand to root on this year’s nominee in the category and for their show, which ultimately won Outstanding Drama Series.

Michelle Stafford 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards

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Three-time Daytime Emmy winner, Michelle Stafford (Phyllis Summers) of The Young and the Restless definitely had people turning heads during the red carpet arrivals.

Melissa Claire Egan - Daytime Emmys Red Carpet 2026

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Y&R’s Melissa Claire Egan (Chelsea Lawson) took to the red carpet also in a black dress with her latest hairstyle!

Finola Hughes 2026 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet

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The one and only Finola Hughes (Anna Devane, General Hospital) opted for a sleek, yet comfortable style for the 2026 Daytime Emmys.

So, who do you think wore it best from the women on this year’s Daytime Emmys Red Carpet? Let us know your thoughts and picks via the comment section below.

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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Winners: ‘General Hospital’ Takes Drama Series, Tamara Tunie and Scott Clifton Top Acting Honors

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The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards have just concluded on Friday night, October 30, and it was ABC’s General Hospital who took home the top prize for Outstanding Drama Series for the sixth time in row. Executive Producer, Frank Valentini accepted the award on behalf of the show.

Beyond the Gates scored its first two acting honors in the young history of the show. Veteran actress, Tamara Tunie won her first ever Emmy for Lead Actress a Daytime Drama Series for her performances as Anita Dupree, while Ambyr Michelle took home the gold in the Emerging Talent category.

Scott Clifton won his fourth Daytime Emmy overall, and second Lead Actor Emmy for his heart-tugging performance as Liam Spencer, who believed he was battling an inoperable brain tumor, only for it to turn out to be medical ruse to bilk Liam’s father out of $1 million dollars.

Scott Clifton

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DECADES BETWEEN BETH MAITLAND AND ROGER HOWARTH LAST EMMY WIN

In the Supporting Actor and Actress categories, Daytime Emmy history was made with Beth Maitland  (Traci Abbott, The Young and the Restless) winning her second Emmy 41 years since she won her first won, and Roger Howarth (Matt Clark, The Young and the Restless) following suit for the men with his coming 32 years after he won in 1994 for One Life to Live.

Roger Howarth

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Jeff Kober picked up his second Daytime Emmy win for his role as Cyrus Renault on General Hospital in the Outstanding Guest Performer in a Daytime Drama Series category. He previously won Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for the role in 2022, following a nomination in the same category in 2021.

The Kelly Clarkson Show, meanwhile, won Outstanding Daytime Talk Series it its final year, while Sherri Shepherd won for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host after finding out her talker had been canceled after four seasons.

Genie Francis

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THINK OF LAURA

General Hospital star Genie Francis (Laura) received the Lifetime Achievement Award and shared from the stage, “I know 50 years sounds like an awfully long time, but it doesn’t feel like that to me,” she said. “As they say, if you love what you do, you never work a day in your life.”

Overall, General Hospital, Beyond the Gates and The Kelly Clarkson Show received the most gold statuettes for the night with four wins apiece.

Here’s a look at the honor roll for tonight’s big winners below:

Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
General Hospital

Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree, Beyond the Gates)

Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Scott Clifton (Liam Spencer, The Bold and the Beautiful

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Roger Howarth (Matt Clark, The Young and the Restless)

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Beth Maitland (Traci Abbott, The Young and the Restless)

Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Ambyr Michelle (Eva Thomas, Beyond the Gates)

Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
General Hospital

Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jeff Kober (Cyrus Renault, General Hospital)

Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
General Hospital

Outstanding Directing in a Daytime Drama Series
Days of our Lives

Outstanding Talk Series
The Kelly Clarkson Show

Outstanding Talk Series Host
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri

Outstanding Lighting Direction for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates

Outstanding Costume Design/Styling for a Daytime Program
The Young and the Restless (Episode 13273)

Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, The Kelly Clarkson Show

So, who were you happy to see win a Daytime Emmy on tonight’s 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards? Do you think the right show and actors took home the gold? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section. In case you missed it, you can watch the replay of tonight’s livestream of the Daytime Emmy ceremony below.

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