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‘General Hospital’ Casts Y&R Alum Rory Gibson as the New Michael Corinthos
After all the speculation, it was finally confirmed by General Hospital on Thursday, that indeed, Rory Gibson is the venerable 62-year old soap opera’s new Michael Corinthos. A show spokesperson shared, “We are excited to welcome him to our show.”
Gibson steps into the role on-screen during the height of the drama on the 4th episode of the 2025 GH Nurses’ Ball which airs tomorrow on Friday, May 23rd. This means that The former Noah Newman of The Young and the Restless is now the official replacement for Daytime Emmy-winner, Chad Duell who left the show after 15 years late last year, and whose last episode aired on January 21, 2025.
Y&R fans know that Rory played the on-screen son to longtime star-crossed lovers Sharon (Sharon Case) and Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) from 2021-2023. As for Gibson’s road to taking on the role of Michael Corinthos, according to his talk with TV Insider, he shared he had actually sent in a self-tape to audition for the role of Vaughn which ultimately went to Bryce Durfee that kicked things off.
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However, Rory shared that he did a chemistry read for the role with Eden McCoy (Josslyn) and, “then I had a nice little chat with Frank Valentini (EP, GH) afterwards, and I could kind of see the wheels turning as we were talking.” A few days later, he got a call from for a role that was kept, “super, super top secret.”
At that point, Gibson screen-tested with Kate Mansi (Kristina) and Katelyn MacMullen (Willow). But that was just step one! Next, Rory shared, “A couple weeks went by, and they brought me in for another screen test with Steve Burton (Jason) and Laura Wright (Carly) and about a week after that, they locked me in, and it’s been a nice little journey ever since.”
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As for taking over the role from his predecessor, Chad Duell, the nuMichael explained, “You don’t want to necessarily copy anything that anyone’s done before, and I know Chad really owned this role and he did incredible, incredible work, so I tried to stay away from watching too many old episodes and was more looking things up online.”
When Rory debuts on GH he will be smack dab in the middle of major story. “He is at a huge crossroads in his life. He has a thirst for vengeance and justice because it’s no secret what Drew (Cameron Mathison) put him through,” stated Gibson. “I think he’s at a place where he so badly wants to have a calm and peaceful life, especially after everything he’s gone through, but I don’t necessarily see that happening for him.”
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Now playing the central role of the son of Sonny (Maurice Benard) and Carly, Gibson expressed, “I do feel a really strong connection to this character of Michael. I feel like he has a lot more at stake and with the storylines that he’s woven into; there’s so much suspense and so much consequence behind all of them. It’s terribly, terribly exciting to play and challenging to play, so I’m feeling very fulfilled in this new role. It’s been very intense, but I’m loving every second of it.”
Since the news broke on Thursday, several of Gibson’s former Y&R co-stars have taken to social media and shared their thoughts on the casting of their former co-star. Jason Thompson (Billy, Y&R) exclaimed, “Dude!! Stoked for you. And @mauricebenard be good to my boy!” While Sean Dominic (Nate, Y&R) said, “Congrats buddy. You’ve gone to the dark side!”
So, are you excited to see Rory Gibson as the new Michael Corinthos on General Hospital? Going to give him a chance to win you over as the recast for Chad Duell? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Michael is a Quartermaine, a Spencer, and a Corinthos, with a soon to be born child who is a Scorpio (even if that was part of the dumbest rewrite in GH history). Because of this, Michael is the ultimate GH “legacy kid” and arguably THE most central character of the show, at least in terms of any future General Hospital might hope to have.
As such, they had better choose very wisely with this recast. They can’t waste any time with epic failures along the lines of NuJagger, or the first two attempts at a Molly recast (third one is OK). Or pretty much anyone calling themselves “Nikolas Cassadine” who wasn’t Tyler Christopher.
Y&R has never aired in Hell, so admittedly I’m not familiar with this Rory guy’s work. But these are some Size 666 shoes he has to step into, with all of the turmoil in Mikey’s life – between his custody battles, his sleazebag uncle banging his wife, his mama hooking up with a spy, his little sister BEING a spy, and the forces of darkness (or at least DORKness) conspiring to take down his father. And of course the impending death of his grandma Monica.
That’s a lot for even the best equipped recast to walk into. Can this guy pull it off?
It’s big boy panties now. You have to bring your A game for a lot of roles. You can do this!!!!!
NuMolly is more than “okay.” She’s fantastic; way over Haley Pullos. I’d FF every Molly scene with Pullos even though she was on very infrequently. Now? I look forward to Molly’s story and really love her with Cody.
Here’s hoping Rory aces the role. Frank & Mark must’ve seen something special in the Vaughn audition to consider Rory for the most important legacy offspring on the show.
Very dull lifeless actor on Y &R, he is no Chad Duell
I don’t find Chad to be that intense of an actor. He’s no James Dean.
Chad had one expression. Deer-in-headlights. I’m looking forward to NuMichael.
Welcome to the GH family! Can’t wait to see your take on Michael!
Honestly, he is not my first choice, and feel he’d better suit Dillon Quartermaine, who should have come onto the canvas in replacement of Michael Corinthos. Plus, I do feel like Robert Adamson should have been given a true chance at the role, given he did well during his pinch-hit tenures for Chad Duell.
Agree with you Scott. I would have preferred Robert Adamson for the role. I liked him when he stepped in when Chad Duell was unavailable.
I know nothing about this actor but I’m with ya on them needing to bring Dillon back to PC. Anything to keep Tracy on the canvas. The more reasons we have to keep Jane Elliott around the better.
If Scott Clifton is not leaving B&B, then Darin Brooks would make a good Dillon. He has the comedic timing necessary for the character.
With Michael’s return, will he be paired romantically with Sasha?
Too young to be Michael. The actors are 8 years apart in age.
8 years is alot? wow, ok, but the characters are not the same age as the actors who played them, technically michael is younger since the character was SORAD. just saying.
Michael was SORASed from 12 to 17 when he was in a one year coma. But he’s got two kids (soon to be three) and is an “executive” in two of his family’s corporations, so you wouldn’t want him to look too young.
Funny thing is he’s the same age as Kate MacMullen( Willow) with both actors being just shy of thirty. With Chad’s baby face, he could pass for thirty so I don’t think the 8 year age difference matters. With Rory as Michael, Willow is going to look at that fast talking corrupt, aging game show host and think,” I’ve made a HUGE mistake.”
Anybody here remember when Jed Allan stood in as Edward Quartermaine? Allan was about 15 years younger than “son” Stuart Damon, as I recall!
Everything about that recast was horrible. And John Ingle’s brief take as Mickey Horton on Days wasn’t all that much better. Thankfully it was short-lived, John was back as Edward and stuck with the job for the rest of his mortal life.
Ironically Jed Allan should have been the one who went back to Days. Poor old Don Craig went out to check the mail one day in the early 80s and was never heard from again. And then his history with Marlena was practically erased, so they could create a false backstory with an abomination of a character called “Alex North” (who was ironically portayed by Wayne Northrup, the OG Roman Brady)
Yes, Ingle wasn’t suited for Mickey, but it was a great way for him to stick it to Jill Phelps. She thought he’d settle for a recurring Edward. He pretty quickly got the contract offer from DAYS. When he returned to GH, he was back on contract until his passing.
The only other soap star that got it good vs Phelps was the legendary Beverlee McKinsey. Phelps, then at GL wasn’t aware of an out clause in BM’s contract and didn’t address many of BM’s concerns, so she quit the day before an 8 week vacation that ended with her out clause.
Kristina Wagner also stuck it to Phelps to a smaller degree.
You said Jill Phelps. Now cross yourself and say five Robin Strassers, we should be safe.
Oh Harry – I really chuckled on that one.
I loved him on Y&R, until they changed courses & gave him a dull storyline, so I’m thrilled.
He’s a hotty, never seen him before, but i’m looking foward to his debut, and interesing his YR mom is Monica deceased daughter and would be Michaels Aunt.
Glad “Michael” has returned. I’m haven’t seen Friday’s episode yet but am looking forward to seeing what this new Michael will bring to the show. Best Wishes to Rory.
0oooh mercy— My eyes struggle to line up with his eyes…
His eyes are very far apart and are not fully open…
When on Y&R I needed to blink trying to focus on him…0ooh well..
It has nothing to do with his looks, he is handsome and a good actor, just hard to look at his eyes lol ..
I have not seen the NB stuff, etc–been too busy to watch but will catch up..
I will miss Chad Duell—
The world moves on every second of every day, nothing stays the same..
I will adjust– looking forward to having a Michael back–
Sorry I’m not feeling this recast Michael the actor is too Grimm for the role.
You’re judging after barely one scene? Come on…
Exactly. One scene. And all these opinions
He’s 10 years older than Carly his mother
Finally hope he beat Drews as to death. And her dumb as Willow should be all alone by herself sitting in a jail cell beside Drew. Give Michael and Carly those children and keep on moving. Brooklyn and Dante finally here time for Lois to tell the truth.
I wasn’t familiar with Rory but just from his short entrance scene I’m already impressed! Great looking and a fantastic speaking voice. He actually looks a bit like a cross between Dom Zamorogna and Billy Warlock to me. I think they should make his hair lighter…ala his bio family: AJ, Carly, Joss, Wiley, Jason, Danny…but if we think of Billy Warlock’s AJ it’s a good fit “resemblance-wise.”
Days of our Lives long-running cast member James Reynolds revealed on the November 10 edition of Entertainment Tonight that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and his character of Abe Carver will now be going through an on-screen Parkinson’s battle as well.
Speaking with ET’s Nischelle Turner, the 80-year-old actor and Daytime Emmy winner shared how he attempted to hide the warning signs dating back to 15-20 years ago when he would have, “What they call the hallucinations. My wife (Lissa) would say, ‘You were hitting me last night in bed,’ and I would say, ‘What?!’ I was having these really horrible dreams.” Reynolds also added that he realized falling out of bed was an early symptom of Parkinson’s too.
Discussing the on-going tremors that have become more noticeable over time especially in hands, James shared that when he finally told the Days of our Lives cast they were nothing but “extraordinarily helpful and supportive.”
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SCREEN LIFE TO MIRROR REAL LIFE
Now with DAYS about to launch into Abe’s Parkinson’s storyline, Reynolds hopes that he can turn his experience into something positive by encouraging others facing the disease to keep fighting. During the sit-down, Reynolds co-star Jackée Harry (Paulina Price) recalls her reaction to learning of Reynolds’ real-life diagnosis and how she has continued to search for new treatments to inform James about.
Although Parkinson’s disease currently has no cure, there are medications and treatments can help those manage symptoms and improve quality of life. The condition progresses at a different pace from individual to individual.
As discussed in his conversation with ET, Reynolds cited Michael J. Fox and Alan Alda as two high-profile celebrities who have brought awareness to the disease.
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In story on DAYS, Abe in recent weeks had been experiencing tremors which led to seek help and a diagnosis Dr. Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans). Soon Abe and others will find out of his battle with Parkinson’s. Although on the promo for this week’s DAYS, Abe is seen telling Kayla, that he will do something, “when the time is right.”
James Reynolds is one of the most prolific performers, being the longest-running Black Actor in a role on a television series, not to mention his aforementioned Lead Actor Daytime Emmy win in 2018, and being inducted in 2025 into the Daytime Emmy Gold and Silver Society of honorees.
You can check out James’ in-depth conversation on his Parkinson’s diagnosis below.
Share your thoughts for James after learning of his health battle, and what do you think of Days of our Lives incorporating the disease into Abe Carver’s Salem storyline? Let us know in the comment section.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Alex Cheeks who plays Donnell McBride on Beyond the Gates took to the carpet in this blue suit with brooch.
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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.
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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!
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General Hospital’s Sawandi Wilson (Dr. Isaiah Gannon) in velvet red tuxedo stood out on the red carpet.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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?”
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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.
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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.
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Y&R star, Hayley Erin (Claire) look stylish and in the popular burgundy dress color trend on the carpet.
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General Hospital’s Kelly Kruger (Serena Baldwin) dressed in black and brought elegance to the carpet.
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Y&R star, Christel Khalil (Lily Winters) looked stunning in this olive green dress and matching handbag and earrings.
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General Hospital’s Alexa Havins (Lulu Spencer) also dressed in sophisticated black with embroidered top and sarong dress.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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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