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Chris McKenna Pushes Back Against Online Negativity Towards Him and His GH Co-Stars

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It’s never an easy task to come into a long-running daytime soap opera, and take over the role from another actor, who became popular with the audience and for whatever the reason that actor is no longer playing the part. Most of the time, and over time, the successor usually winds up going over with the viewers and they become the recognized face of the said role.

Former One Life to Live favorite Chris McKenna (ex-Joey Buchanan) took over the role of General Hospital WSB Port Charles bureau chief, Jack Brennan from Charles Mesure. In what was a surprise move to GH fans, McKenna suddenly debuted on-air in the part back on the February 4, 2025 episode. It was eventually revealed that Mesure chose to vacate the role. Mesure had last been seen on your screens on the December 1, 2024 episode of the series.

As has been the experience of many soap opera stars or people in the spotlight, they are often on the receiving end of harsh negative comments typed by people on their keyboards and attacked on social media platforms, poked fun of, and not only include the person they are attacking but their co-workers … in Chris’ case, his GH co-stars.

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Taking to his account on X, (where Chris is very active in an engaging with his followers) he posted this message on May 6, “Guys, say whatever you like. But there’s no need to @ me with complaints about my friends, cast mates, bosses, and colleagues. @ ing us is a privilege easily revoked. And if you’re worried there’s not enough negativity on the internet you can take the day off. You’re covered. Be nice.”

When asked by some in the comment thread, to show an example of a post that brought about his initial message, Chris shared, “Some lunatic posted on all my insta that I was an ‘old ugly grandpa!!!!’ and ‘how dare you come between Joss and Carly!!!!!” A fascinating melange of delusions.” Responding to another who agreed it was inappropriate, McKenna added, “Lol yeah on one hand they were making fun of me for being an old father irl yet Joss and Carly were also real.

When clarifying a bit more about attacking his GH co-stars, one of the references was about a post of himself along with longtime GH staple, Finola Hughes (Anna Devane) on Instagram. Chris added, “I posted that pic of Finola and some commented ‘whenever I see her I keep scrolling’. I said, ‘well apparently not, next time you should do that.'”

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He shared he got a response back in all caps in vitriol stating,“MY CHOICE!!! WHO ARE YOU HER KEEPER?!” McKenna added, “(I don’t think they realized they were talking to me.) Naw dude I’m her friend. Ain’t nobody got time for that.”

Even with some negative messages, McKenna also added in another post on X on May 6, “To be clear 95% of what I’ve received here has been lovely. Which is WAY more than I expected. It’s why I’ve been encouraged to share so much with you folks. Thanks.”

And just for clarification’s sake, a fan commented how they missed the accent on Brennan when Charles Mesure played the role while Chris does not play the character with an accent. McKenna answered, “I don’t begrudge you any of those feelings! Thanks Btw, there was talk of my doing the accent. I’ve done it before. Even British. But in the end they decided to let me be me.”

So, what do you think about Chris standing up against online trolls and negative comments? Are you enjoying his work as Brennan now that we are several months in from his initial debut? Are you rooting for Jack and Carly at this point? Share your thoughts in the comment section,

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This really disturbs me.
I have watched Chris since he was a young teen on OLTL and it’s wonderful to have him back on a soap.
The previous actor CHOSE to leave. I liked him in the part, but Chris has made it his own and I look forward to his story with Laura Wright every day.
There is no room for the mean, negative posts he is receiving and I hope he knows that there are many of us who are enjoying his work and love that he is so generous with his fans.

I totally agree with you! I watched him on OLTL too. I really enjoy his interpretation of Brennan and like his chemistry with Laura Wright!

The way “fans” treat actors is crazy sometimes. It’s also pretty sad that people can’t separate the actor from the role. I mean, Chris is not getting between Carly and Joss – Brennan is. And you know why he’s doing it – because the writers wrote it that way. I don’t mean this as mean, but it’s like a mental disease – people who can’t separate fiction from reality.

Chris is HOT

I’m so sorry Chris has to deal with such inappropriate behavior. Good for him standing up for himself and his co-workers. No matter where you go or what you do, there are always those who enjoy spreading negativity and hate. Personally, I enjoy Chris as Brennan and hope his story expands and continues.

I like Chris and have since OLTL. He is doing a fine job. Some ppl just have to complain. The former actor chose to leave. So I say leave Chris alone and stop complaining when he is doing great!!

Some people have way too much free time.

I swear, soap viewers can be some of the most unhinged, delusional television viewers of all-time.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Britt and Rocco Say Their Goodbyes, Then She Gets Arrested; Anna Reveals “Nathan West” is an Imposter

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On the Friday, June 26 episode of General Hospital, emotional moments, a new duo on the run, the end of the line for Britt and an eye-opening moment between Anna and Felicia were the order of the day. Let’s take a look at what went down, but first let’s give a round of applause for Kelly Thiebaud (Britt) and Finn Carr (Rocco) on their goodbye scenes.

In the story, Rocco insists to his parents, Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) and Lulu (Alexa Havins) that he wouldn’t leave Tortola without Britt. Dante is getting impatient because Britt brought all the trouble in recent months to his son. They need to protect him and they can’t if he stays with Britt. Lulu tells Britt she is the only one who can do the right thing, right now.

Britt explained it is too dangerous for Rocco to stay with her. She was very selfish and made a lot of terrible decisions along the way and Cullum is tracking her down because she did not finish the project he enlisted her for. She convinces Rocco to go with his parents and gives him a little token of something that reminded her of when he was a baby which is a bottle to blow bubbles with.

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TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

Rocco makes Britt promise to take her medication to ward off her Huntington’s disease symptoms and to keep changing locations so she is not caught. The two share a final hug as both are in tears. Dante makes a call. While in the car ready to leave Britt behind, Rocco says he will never forgive himself is something happened to Britt.

Back inside, Britt is ready to inject herself with her medication but is unaware that Cullum has now tainted it with poison! But she is saved from that, when two police officers burst through the door to arrest her for kidnapping charges! Did Dante call the local police? Is he doing this to keep her safe or to pay her back?

In Port Charles, Charlotte (Bluesy Burke) arrives at Crimson, completely unaware that the man in the elevator is following her. Nina (Cynthia Watros) and Charlotte have an argument about Willow (Katelyn MacMullen). Suddenly, Willow calls her mother that she is being questioned by the PCPD, and Nina learns, it is as a suspect for being the other driver that left Jordan and Curtis injured by the side of the road on Route 91.

ARRIVALS AND DESTINATIONS IN QUESTION

Chase (Josh Swickard) comes to Willow’s rescue much to Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) and Justine’s (Nazneen Contractor) chagrin. Willow learns Lucy  and Drew are the supposed witnesses against her. Chase figures out when Joe (Jonathan Bennett) was alone with Drew, he got him to blink in a way that implicated her. However, in a shocking moment, Justine reveals that the trip log from Willow’s BMW SUV placed her at the scene of the accident just second before it occurred.

Meanwhile, Danny (Asher Antonyzyn) comes by Crimson to see Charlotte. He says he broke into the WSB office to get info to expose Cullum as a double agent. Charlotte blows a gasket! She can’t believe that he would do something so stupid that it could have gotten him killed. She firmly tells Danny that best thing he can do to help Jason is to stay out of things. Danny storms out, but notices the stranger in the elevator who now steps into the Crimson lobby.

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The man tells Charlotte he is Agent Mark McKay with the WSB and he has orders to bring her in. When she resisted, he was about to chloroform her, when Danny knocked him out and took off with Charlotte.

ANNA PUTS HER TRUST IN FELICIA

In France, after having some private time with Emma (Braedyn Bruner), Anna (Finola Hughes) wants to talk to Felicia (Kristina Wagner). She tells her best friend she was trying to figure out what memories of her past with Faison, she could trust and not trust. Since Felicia knows her best she is hoping she can believe what she is about to tell her.

It is then that Anna says, “Nathan West (Ryan Paevey) is not who he says he is.” Felicia looks dumb-founded. Will she believe her friend … or think she has drummed this all up in her mind? Stay tuned.

So, what did you think about the goodbye scenes featuring Finn Carr and Kelly Thiebaud? Did you reach for the hankies? Do you believe that soon, Cassius will be caught for his duplicity and the truth about Britt’s “illness” will come to light? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below. But first check out the scenes featuring Anna on her road to recovery in France

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‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Drops First Single EDM/Dance Track ‘If You Need Me’

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Last weekend, we shared the news that General Hospital alum and Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos) was releasing his first single today on June 26th and it has indeed dropped! And for those readers who guessed that Duell’s first track out of the gate was going to be an EDM/Dance/House track … you are correct, sir!

The song entitled, “If You Need Me” is perfect for the late night clubs and can be found on Spotify and other major streaming platforms! Duell is noted as the performing artist, but as the composer/ lyricist and the beatmaker of the track. For his music projects, Chad is going solely by the name of “Duelly” which has been his social media handle for years.

Taking to his Instagram on Friday, Duell explained his deep dive into making music, expressing, “I’ve wanted to make music for a long time… I just never did it. It always felt like this huge, overwhelming thing to learn. All the technical side of it, the programs, everything that goes into actually building a track… it was easy to keep pushing it off.  A couple months ago I finally just decided to go for it.”

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BIT BY BIT PUTTING IT TOGETHER

Chad added, “Since then I’ve been putting in a lot of time learning, experimenting, figuring things out, and slowly starting to find a sound I’m really proud of. This first release is more of a dance/EDM vibe, but I’ve also been working on a lot of different styles behind the scenes that I’m just as excited about. At some point I realized I could keep holding onto everything trying to make it perfect… or I could just start putting music out and grow as I go.”

Stepping out of his own way, Duell firmly says, “So that’s what I’m doing.  My first track “If You Need Me” is out now. More coming soon… this is just the beginning.”

As GH viewers know, Chad made the decision to step away from General Hospital after a 15-year run with the series where his last episode aired in January of 2025. By May of last year, the role was recast with Rory Gibson debuting in the part.

Give a listen below to Duelly’s “If You Need Me,” and let us know what you thought of it via the comment section below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: What Did You Think of the Return of Anna Devane, and What’s In the Letter?

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Finola Hughes made her dramatic return on-screen on the Wednesday, June 24 episode of General Hospital. Viewers will see Finola as Anna Devane again on tomorrow’s June 26th episode.

In the story, while in the French mental health facility, Anna has a session with Dr. Laurent. She tell her she now knows she was never kidnapped and that Cesar Faison is dead.

As she continued with her ruse, she went on to say she understands she was enlisted back into the WSB on a secret mission, and through that she relived all the trauma she endured by Faison, which caused her to have a psychotic break. Anna promises Dr. Laurent that her treatment plan had helped her so much in figuring out what was real, and what was in her imagination.

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ANNA’S GOT HER OWN PLAN TO ESCAPE

In a smart move (hopefully) Anna told Laurent if she could talk to someone else who had known Faison that it might aid in her recover. She was given the phone and she called Felicia (Kristina Wagner), who agreed to fly to France in the morning. Dr. Laurent claims she is pleased with Anna’s progress, but that they still have a very long long way to go.

Now by herself, Anna pulled out a packet of letters from a bedside table. There is one in particular that she is fixated on. What does it contain? Is this all a part of her escape plan? Will she warn Felicia that “Nathan” is really Cassius (Ryan Paevey)? If so, will Felicia even believe her?

In a summer preview with Soap Opera Digest, GH co-head writers Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten shared, “We’ll see echoes of Anna’s earliest incarnation as she returns to Port Charles with deadly intentions.”

So, were you happy to see Anna Devane back on your screens? What do you think is in the particular letter she was staring at? Will Felicia help Anna escape or not believe a word she says? Weigh-in via the comment section.  But first, you can check out some of the scenes from Anna’s on-screen return below.

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