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Steve Burton on Revisiting Jason and Britt Romance, “I Was a Big Cheerleader of Getting Kelly to Come Back to General Hospital”

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General Hospital viewers are currently keeping a close-eye on Britt Westbourne’s (Kelly Thiebaud) return story, and just how the ABC daytime drama series will end up explaining how the hell she didn’t die. When fans saw last saw Britt take her last breath (after being poisoned by the “Hook” serial killer (Heather Webber) she died in her mother, Liesl’s (Kathleen Gati) arms. In addition, she was also dealing with the symptoms and diagnosis of Huntington’s disease.

Now, Kelly Thiebaud spoke a bit more on her return during her guest visit to the That’s Awesome Podcast hosted by her co-stars, Steve Burton (Jason) and Bradford Anderson (Spinelli). However, most interestingly, is how Kelly’s come back actually came about from Burton’s perspective, which included that GH was trying to figure out who would be the new woman in Jason’s life, since he has not been involved in a bonafide romance for quite some time.

In the real-life back story, when the Covid-19 pandemic was at its heights, Burton was let go by GH for refusing to comply with then Disney/ABC vaccine mandate back in November of 2021, which put a major wrench in the story that was being told between Britt and Jason. Then, by early 2023, Kelly Thiebaud exited on-screen as Britt when the character supposedly died. Burton returned to the show in early 2024.

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Steve shared on exploring Jason and Britt again, “So, obviously everyone knew why I left when I left the show. It definitely felt that Kelly and I had great momentum. It was a couple that was kind of just thrown together and they’re like, ‘Hey, this is working and this is fun and it’s cool.’  Then I (Jason), die in a Greek cave somewhere. It felt like it got cut short, for sure.”

As to how the idea for Kelly Thiebaud to return to GH came about, Steve explained, “Michelle Henry (producer, GH) was the one (that suggested it) because they’ve been toying putting me with people on the show and not putting me with people. Michelle was like, ‘Just get Britt back!” And I’m like, ‘OK!’ I know there’s been times where you (Kelly) have talked to GH. I was a big cheerleader of getting Kelly to come back to this continent and come back to General Hospital because I just feel like there’s a story that needs to be told. I’m excited she’s back. She’s a beast. Britt’s a beast too, in a different way. It’s going to be a fun story.”

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Thiebaud, who also had stayed in touch with GH executive producer, Frank Valentini while she was away from the soap, also explained why she ultimately made the decision to leave a few years back. “Not to make Steve feel bad, but I was devastated when Steve left (the show),” Kelly shared. “It was kind of at the beginning of me resigning for three years. I told them, I only want to do Brit and Jason, and then what happened happened, and I was really devastated. Then, everything just started to not make sense anymore in my life. I was getting really restless professionally. I was very restless personally. I was turning 40, single, wanted a family. I just was spiraling. I left and tried to start a life in London.”

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So, just how on earth will the writers explain that Britt is back-from-the-dead? Thiebaud chimed in,  “I was really blown away what they came up with, what they gave me as far as how she survived.”

And if you think it’s because her mother, Liesl Obrecht, somehow rescued her and brought her back to life, Kelly added “It’s not at all that! It’s so much bigger and more creative and there are so many other people involved in it. I can’t believe what they’ve done. It’s exciting.”

Check out Kelly’s visit to Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson’s podcast below.

So, do you think GH is doing right by re-exploring the relationship that got aborted between Jason and Britt? Do you like Britt as the love interest for Jason, or prefer he is paired with someone else? Share your thoughts via the comment section.

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GH did the right thing — WTG Kelly & Steve getting a do-over! ❤️

After everything Kelly said she should not be allowed back on gh

I disagree! Now that Kelly is back on GH I will start watching again.

hmmm, interesting “so many people involved in bringing Britt back from the dead”. Well can they use what they did to bring her back and bring back Sam? and can this show stop putting 54 yo man, (Steve and Cameron) with way younger woman? and interesting that none of these producers could not come up with Liz as someone who they could pair back up with Jason, there’s some kind of weird reason why they refuse to pair these two together.

Adding to that is they are pairing Sonny up with the ADA who is 20 years his junior and who looks like a AI generated answer to the command,” Create a woman who looks like a commingling of Lily, Brenda and Hannah. Sonny is regressing back to who he was in the 90s and watching him flirt with ADA Turner is embarrassing and kind of depressing.

They tried to pair Jason with Anna which I was all for. But everyone was “aghast” at a female only nine years older in real life being paired with him. They were freaked over Ava and Griffin…let’s see how people react about what looks like could be a Isaiah/Portia romance. In real life hes 38; she’s 51.

The age difference wasn’t the problem with Jason & Anna. The problem is that she’s Robin’s mother. And given Jason & Robin’s history, that was just a bit stomach churning.

The kiss itself didn’t bother me, because I recognized it for what it was. A quick “improvised” method to keep Sidwell’s thugs from noticing they were in the middle of trying to pick locks and escape the dungeon.

Sidwell’s thugs bought it, So it served the intended purpose.

Anna could use an exciting romance story. Unless your name is Carly, romance for GH women north of fifty is hard to come by. Anna, Nina, Alexis and Laura are all beautiful, vibrant and interesting women with no love life to speak of. Yeah, I know Laura is married but her husband has become the invisible man since Jon Lindstrom left for the Gates. Nobody even mentions Kevin anymore. PS. They had something interesting and grown up going on with Ric&Ava that fans loved but that was destroyed by the trashy sexual dynamics of Cody& Ava which feels all kinds of ick to me. I’d like to see Ava evolve instead of regressing back to arrested adolescence.

Anna is an ageless super spy. She’s not too old for anyone!

Aside from Anna being Robin’s mother, I just thought Jason wasn’t good enough for her. I know I’m in the minority but I’m not a fan of Jason or Sonny.

I’ve been waiting for this awesome story line I love GH but the Drew n Willow mess had missing a few shows but now Im back cant wait for Jason to finally find Britt so they can have their second chance

I just hope Britt doesnt have Huntingtons. It depressed me the first time around. I don’t want to watch her with gloom hanging over her. I hate serios illness stories whuch GH had been O.D.-ing us with for seversl years. I’d rather the story involves her being misdiagnosed; maybe she was involved in experimental trial studies that gave her the symptoms and showed positive on her tests, only to find out the test results and symptoms were caused by the drugs.

It’s about time they give Jason back his romantic side. They’re very good on screen.

So glad that Britt/Kelly is back on GH (and Dr. Obrecht, too!!). It got me watching again after largely being away from GH for 2+ years due to disinterest/boredom!

Off topic but: The other day Liesl said about Britt and Rocco “It’s her blood in his veins!” I replayed it just now to make sure I had her exact wording. It was Lulu’s biological embryo and Dante was the sperm donor, correct? If so, it would be impossible for the child to have Britt’s DNA, blood type, or anything else. So why would the writers have “Doctor” Obrecht say that? I was not a viewer during that storyline. Am I missing something?

You’re not missing anything. Liesl might be declawed but she’s still insane.

Thanks for confirming. I knew she was crazy, but I figured she wasn’t stupid. A doctor actually believing that nonsense? I can understand her argument for the bond Britt developed simply for being the carrier. But when she uttered the rest I was taken aback. Maybe also since the other characters in the room didn’t challenge her on the blood remark. I began to wonder if this is a case of stupid Liesl or stupid writers. I don’t know. That scene could’ve been arranged better. But I suppose that could be said about many scenes this year.

Not insane. Just a bit misunderstood. . .

Lisa, please refrain from correcting me. No, Liesl is NOT just a bit misunderstood. She’s insane. Before she was declawed, she kidnapped folks, tortured them, brain washed them and let their loved ones think her victims were dead. Yes, she’s kind of harmless and lovable now ( thanks to the talented and delightful Kathleen Gati) but she’s still bat shit crazy. Saying she’s just a bit misunderstood is an absurd statement.

Agreed and I think her comment “blood in his viens” was said to emphasize Britt carried him… I honestly do not think it was said in a serious manner.

He fought for the wrong Kelly he should’ve fought for Kelly Monaco. But of course he’d never go against Frank

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Carly and Lulu Make Plans to Rescue Their Children; Anna Looks Determined to Secure Her Freedom

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This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, the race is on! Can Lulu (Alexa Havins) and Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) get to Rocco (Finn Carr) and Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) in time to ensure their safety from Cullum (Andrew Hawkes)? Can Carly (Laura Wright) with the help of her brother, Lucas (Van Hansis) rescue Josslyn (Eden McCoy) from captivity at Wyndemere? These questions may be answered, plus the return of the one and only Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) are on tap!

In the just released General Hospital spoilers video for the week of June 22-26, Lulu tells her mother, Laura (Genie Francis), “Dante and I have to get to Rocco before Cullum!” Meanwhile, Rocco (Finn Carr) looks angered and emotional as Britt walks through their cabin hideout. Does Rocco know his parents are on the way to find them, or has Cullum already tracked them down to the British Virgin Islands?

Back in Port Charles, Carly is informing Lucas that his niece, “is a WSB agent.” She knows Josslyn (Eden McCoy) is being held against her will at Wyndemere, and she has to find a way to get her out. Lucas agrees with Carly’s plan of, “We go in and we don’t leave without Josslyn!” Elsewhere, Josslyn is looking worried for her future as she is stuck in captivity thanks to Cassius, Cullum and Sidwell!

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The final moments of the teaser promo reveal Anna in a psychiatric clinic in France. We have not seen her for months after Cullum, Sidwell and Pascal fed her hallucinogenics to make her believe her arch nemesis, Cesar Faison was alive!

Now, the doctors walk towards her hospital bed, where we see the super spy calmly knitting. Is Anna back to normal and playing everyone to get out of her predicament, or does she still remain deeply traumatized … or both?

Take a look at the rest of the official GH spoilers for the week below.

MONDAY, JUNE 22
Willow gets an unwelcome surprise. Trina sticks to her guns. “Nathan” wants reassurance. Ethan advises Ava. Brook Lynn receives an update.

TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Dante cautions Liz. Laura learns a secret. Brook Lynn confides in Michael. Sonny challenges Ava. Chase makes a decision.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Anna meets with her doctor. Carly makes a stunning confession. Britt extracts a promise. Cullum pulls a fast one. Gio and Emma hit the pool.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25
Josslyn clashes with Cassius. Lulu and Dante make a discovery. Chase receives a warning. Jordan seeks help. Alexis is summoned to the PCPD.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Anna takes a huge risk. Britt is in grave danger. Willow is in disbelief. Danny must act fast. Curtis jumps to the wrong conclusion.

Check out the latest General Hospital promo entitled, “Rescue Mission” below.

Now weigh-in: Do you think Anna is still mentally off-balance, or OK, and just pretending to be troubled to get out of France and get back to Port Charles? Will Josslyn finally be rescued, or will Carly and Lucas find themselves locked up with her? And, who will get to Britt and Rocco first? Cullum, or Dante and Lulu? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section below.

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Maurice Benard Gives High Praise to ‘General Hospital’ Writers; Teases Upcoming Sonny Scenes with Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric

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With the highly-anticipated returns of Finola Hughes (Anna Devane) on this week’s June 24 episode of General Hospital, Steve Burton’s (Jason Morgan) upcoming return on July 13, which also serves as the ABC daytime drama’s 16,000 episode, things are about to fire on all cylinders in the story, as noted today by series star, Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos).

On Father’s Day, the three-time Daytime Emmy-winning actor and mental health activist took to his Instagram and expressed in a video that he has some unbelievable upcoming senes with the aforementioned Burton and Hughes. Add to that Nazneen Contractor (Justine Turner) and Rick Hearst (Ric Lansing), where Benard gave credit where credit is due to the GH writing team, which is led by co-head writers, Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten..

In this video, Benard said, “I just want to get on here and say that I did some work with Steve Burton, Finola Hughes, Rick Hearst, Nazneen Contractor, and they’re all just fantastic. Truly fantastic. But, I want to say the writing was just exceptional. It truly was. It was exceptional. So, thankful for that kind of writing. I know writers don’t get the credit a lot, but I just want to say to the General Hospital writing team, keep rolling!”

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So now the question becomes, with a major tease like that, what is about to go down between Sonny, Anna, Jason, Justine and Ric? Will we finally get to the end of the line for Sidwell (Carlo Rota), as previously teased by the GH co-head writers? Will we learn what happened to Jason and Anna, fully? Will Justine and Sonny becomes closer or stop their liaisons? And what of Ric? Will he be true blue to his brother or double-cross him? There is a lot at stake as we move further into the summer and one that looks like it could be one of the more exciting ones in years!

FINOLA HUGHES CONFIRMED AMAZING SCENES WITH MAURICE BENARD

As a punctuation point to his video, Benard also shared this written message in the post: “I just did some wonderful scenes with Steve Burton, Rick Hearst, Finola Hughes and Nazneen Contractor and  and unbelievable writing, freaking amazing scenes that you will see in the near future on General Hospital.” In fact, Finola Hughes jumped in the post comment thread and responded, “I loved our scenes so much xxx”

Fans will most likely see all the scenes Benard referred to later in July, since GH tapes approximately six weeks ahead of air.

So, are you excited to see what Maurice is talking about? Are you hyped for what’s to come on GH? Any clue on what you think will go down between the main characters on the soap with the returns of Anna Devane and Jason Morgan to the mix? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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‘General Hospital’ Alum Chad Duell Announces Upcoming Release of His First Single, ‘If You Need Me’

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In a surprise move, Daytime Emmy winner, Chad Duell (ex-Michael Corinthos, GH) is getting ready to unveil a new chapter of his career in music.

The former GH star, where he played the son of Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) and Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) for 15 years, has announced his new single, “If You Need Me” will drop on Friday, June 26. The single is now available for pre-order on Spotify and major music streaming platforms and is distributed by DistroKid.

Taking to his Instagram story over the weekend, to announce the pre-save of his new single, Chad expressed, “I’ll make a full post about what I’ve been up to and my music once it goes live next week, but you can pre-save my first single so it goes straight to your Spotify once it drops next week.”

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SINCE LEAVING GENERAL HOSPITAL

Previously, since his departure from the ABC soap opera. Chad starred alongside Zach Mendez in the world premiere of of Yum Yum at Annapolis, a new play written by Bruce Reisman. Duell last appeared on General Hospital on the January 21, 2025 episode.

The part was recast with Rory Gibson who debuted as the new Michael in May of 2025 during the Nurses’ Ball episodes and who has remained in the role since that time.

In an interview earlier this year on The Able Show, Duell said on his decision to exit the soap opera, “I was blessed to be part of that (show) for as long as I have, but what happens sometimes is if you’re doing the same thing, especially in a creative field for such a long time, you can get a little burnt out in a way. It can make you a little depressed, so that’s kind of what happened. On top of that, I had other things going on in my life at the time. My father passed away recently and I just needed a reset. So, I stepped away. A lot of times you have to go through some stuff to really step into that next level. I needed to kind of feel uncomfortable.”

So, what type of musical genre will Chad’s new song be? Country? Pop? Rock? Dance/Club? Something else? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below, and if you are eager to hear the new single next week via the comment section below.

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