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Steve Burton Confirms His Exit From General Hospital
Steve Burton has spoken and after so much speculation, the two-time Daytime Emmy-winning star has confirmed he is out as General Hospital’s Jason Morgan.
In his post on his Instagram account on Tuesday, Steve shared that he was let go by the ABC daytime drama series due to their vaccine mandate and that even though he applied for medical and religious exemptions those were denied. Thus, he has to exit his role.
In story, viewers saw on Monday, that Jason is MIA from being under the rubble of the cave that collapsed in Jason’s attempt to apprehend Peter August (Wes Ramsey).
In his post, Burton shared the following: “I know there has been a lot of rumors and speculations about me and General Hospital and I wanted you to hear it from me, personally. Unfortunately, General Hospital has let me go because of the vaccine mandate. I did apply for my medical and religious exemptions and both of those were denied, which, you know, hurts, but, this is also about personal freedom to me. I don’t think anyone should lose their livelihood over this. But with that being said, you know me. I’ll always be grateful for my time at General Hospital I love it there. I grew up there. I grew up with some of you, so I will always be grateful and I believe when one door closes multiple doors open. That’s always been my perspective, so I am excited to see what the future brings. ”
Steve went on to say, “Maybe one day when these mandates are lifted, I can return and finish my career as Jason Morgan. That would be an honor, and if not, I am going to take this amazing experience, move forward and be forever grateful. I have got to say, that I am forever grateful for your love and your support over the years. It means so much to me. Thank you. I don’t know when my last airdate is. It may have aired or it might be tomorrow or the next day. I am not sure. I want you guys to have an awesome Thanksgiving. I know it is hard, maybe, in this type of situation to be thankful or grateful, but we have so many things to be thankful about. Being grateful really is the key. Love you guys.”
The popular actor began his run as GH’s Jason Quartermaine back in 1991. Later in 1995, after a car accident he had a major personality shift and became Jason Morgan. Burton went to Y&R to play Dylan McAvoy for a four-year stint from 2013-2017, before heading back to his home at GH.
A source close to the show told Deadline that Burton’s last tape date was October 27th.
You can watch Steve’s video announcement below on his GH departure.
So, how do you feel about Steve being let go from GH? Do you hope Steve can return at some point? Share your thoughts via the comment section below,
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Just like Jonathan Jackson before, GH fires a good actor (Greg Vaughn) or creates a lesser character (Billy Miller), to have the big star return, only for that big star to mess things up. People leave – I’m totally good with that. But if you’ve already replaced them, let them stay gone.
Greg Vaughan played a good character on GH…. problem was that character didn’t have any real resemblance to Lucky Spencer. Might have been interesting if they had figured out a way to keep him on GH at the time (definitely NOT the “long lost twin” gimmick) but it freed him up to move to Salem. And while he didn’t originate the role of Eric Brady, he’s definitely a better fit for that part than he was as Lucky 2.0 (yeah, I know he’s technically the third, but that other guy was too embarrassing to even talk about).
Now that said…. I’m not all that happy that Eric will be trying to evict me from his mother when he returns to Salem.
Looks like Monica’s going to the large section of her closet reserved for funerals for her children.
When Jason “died” the last time, AJ showed up alive the week later. When Billy Miller started (Jake, presumably Jason at that point) AJ died for likely the final time. Now, with Jason likely once again “dead”, welcome home Drew.
I want Jason Morgan back;forever. There’s no Sonny without Jason. Sonny and Carly belongs together, NOT Jason and Carly:(
Would love for he and Jessica Collins to return as Avery and Dylan, they can connect with Chris and Paul as their mentors
Y n r needs smart responsible characters, maybe have Phyliss in on that too and put her at odds with her sister. Phylis really needs something to do besides rehashing old tired past loves.
Hell no. I don’t want SB on #yr. If he did, I’d stop watching.
Agree
If in Y&R budget I think he will end up back at Y&R. I think he was well liked over there. Plus maybe Doug Davidson can get back on the show.
The budget’s not what it used to be. But Burton also can’t command top dollar any more. When he returned to GH after his Y&R sojourn, he no longer had the cushy filming schedule that JFP allowed in his earlier contracts – one of the reasons he moved his family back to CA.
I hated his storyline because it was terrible.
I would like that, too…..
NO no no. They were boring. I don’t think he’s that great an actor. Maybe it was the character.
Hell no! He & Dylan was a mess the first time around and majority of YR fans didn’t care for his character. Only reason he got the part was JFP’s pet.
Stick a pitchfork in this show…. it’s done. The last time they screwed over Jason in 2012 (for the benefit of their OLTL castaways), they damn near killed the show. Now they threw him under the bus again, to prop Whiny Heiny, which is even worse.
Heiny is not a lead. Neither is Frodd (no matter what name you call him) and neither is random AMC guy who we’re now supposed to pretend is Jason’s brother.
Steve Burton got himself fired from GH.
No. The criminal elites did. He stood up for medical freedom of choice.
He’s an EMPLOYEE. This is the real world and nobody is interested in breathing and swapping spit with someone who doesn’t understand the ramifications of COVID. He’s an ACTOR. He had his DREAM JOB. All he had to do was take a vaccine that 60% AND COUNTING of the US has taken and is continuously taking. We WILL get out from under this but not from people little like him and Ingo. Bye, Felicia.
Wow
Agreed
Agreed! I work for one of the biggest tech companies, we were given the option to get the vaccine or leave. In the US, 440 million have gotten one jab.
He needs to man up and support his 3 kids and wife. What a wimpp.
Criminal elites? That’s hilarious. People who believe in science is more accurate.
He can stand up for medical decisions, just as Disney/ABC had every right to let him go for not following guidelines.
That is such garbage straight from the Fox network of lies, propaganda and greed.
JJ – try to process reality here. Steve Burton was clearly told that if he did not get double vaccinated he would no longer be on GH. The man had the choice of either getting vaccinated or being let go.
This is not only happening on GH it is also happening on Y&R, B&B, DOOL, other tv show and on film sets. Some actors have made it clear they will not work with those people who are not vaccinated. Take an extremely long break from Qanon because your mind needs the rest
Well said, anne!
I can’t believe older legends at Y&R – e.g. Eric Braeden, etc would stand for that? Please….
What Ever
Your version is quite skewed. Steve Burton made a choice. I don’t agree with his choice. But how that is related to the characters of Peter, Austin, or Drew makes absolutely no sense.
As for the character of Jason – meh. They tried to make him more 3 dimensional when Billy Miller joined the show, but when SB said, I want back, they said FU BM and brought the single dimension back.
What it comes down to is entertain me. People who stop watching a show because an actor is fired by their own actions? Lame.
I am sorry to hear that Steve Burton is no longer on GH. But the powers that be made it very clear to Steve that no vaccines meant no longer being employed. Steve has to live with the choice he made.
anne
Maybe it was just an excuse to leave. I just lost my respect for him. I always thought he had more brains than that.
Anne,
He has to live and or die with his choices. He sure isn’t the heroic figure of a man I once thought he was. What a let down. I read somewhere that Britt and Austin (groan) will become a couple. Serves him right!
Hi Violet…And he certainly isn’t the Jason character who made sure to protect those close to him at the risk of himself sometimes. Most recently Britt when he saved her life and was there as moral support while medical professionals using science diagnosed her disease. Personally I won’t miss his character much except the Britt connection. “Stonecold” as an enforcer for Sonny and Carly confident has become boring over the years. And the mob part of GH I don’t like. What a waste of a character.
Not a real GH fan .Leave
I’m with you on this, Rose. Jason has become more zombified (if that’s a word) since his last return. There was hope for him with Britt, but Carly’s needs always come first. I’m proud of Britt for not undervaluing herself and settling for second place (or fourth since Sonny and Michael probably outrank her as well). But now, we’re going to have more of Carly clumping around mourning Jason and blaming everyone in sight. Didn’t we just do this when Sonny “died”?
Voilet – stop believing everything you’ve read. Will they become a couple? Maybe. But if you think it’s a done deal because you read it on some random website? Come on.
TV Jeff,
If you are referring to the Austin and Britt story. Of course I don’t believe it. I may be old but not naive and gullible. I just mentioned it cause I thought someone might find it interesting. I learned a long time ago to not believe everything you hear and only half of what you see. Served me well.
He seems perfectly willing to live with his choice. Did you see his post? No whining, just stated the facts and expressed his gratitude for the years he spent on GH and to his fans. He didn’t aim any arrows or try to throw anyone under the bus on his way out. He didn’t burn any bridges.
Steve was passive– he did the luv everyone etc..
Because he wants to return.
It seems like forever, that he’s been in the soap.
That is what he does, who he is, a soap actor..
So- he keeps the loving peace when stepping out..
Eventually, he will return.
(((( I’d bet Steve is madder than hell over the situation. And not so luving over it all.
I can envision him at home throwing a whatever with a big fk-you!
at ABC .. ahaa! ))
Steve could be welcomed back someday. Ingo on the other hand will likely never return.
Damn!!! This ish is just unreal!!
I am sad to see his character leave, he does bring a lot to the show. But GH is just make believe. The reality is that we are in a pandemic, and must work together to get through it and keep others safe. He has every right to refuse the vaccination, but the reality is that his choice makes him dangerous to be around. He will be missed.
Well said Cheryl.
The vaccine mandate is pure crap. The vaccine doesn’t prevent you from getting or spreading Covid – it is supposed to lessen your symptoms if you get it, and even then, that doesn’t happen with everyone. It isn’t even a vaccine – it’s gene therapy with spike proteins. Check out what’s going on over in Israel. I’m sorry to hear that you lost your job over this Mr. Burton. I hope to see you somewhere else soon.
Linda -please tell us all what university you got your medical degree from. Also, please tell us all the medical Center where you did your residency in Epidemiology.
Trump University Medical School?
Linda D. Kish
Call it what you like, its working and people like Steve Burton stubbornly refuse to see it. It is saving lives,certainly not his stupid principals. I feel sorry for his kids if he refuses them immunizations they need, growing up. It was over sixty years ago and the Salk vacine came out to prevent Polio. I was so scared to have my six month old vacinated but my Dr. convinced me it was the best thing to do. How many of you have seen someone in an Iron Lung, it ain’t pretty.
I have a very “smart” granddaughter who is recovering from Covid, who’s Fiance’ died a few days ago because they both refused to take the shots, as they were ” afraid of side effects”. Well, to me there is no greater side effect than death! People need to get their heads out of thee butts and stop risking their lives when we have a chance, a good chance to save them.
Wow Violet. I’m so sorry for your loss. That is horrifically terrible, and I hope that your family and granddaughter are okay. More than 98% of positive Covid cases in the hospitals are those who are unvaccinated. So much obscure information is circulating in so many different venues. I’m a doctor, and I fully respect personal freedom to choose how to approach one’s health care, but we are in a GLOBAL pandemic, and we need to take care of each other by getting ourselves vaccinated and do all of the public health precautions before more innocent lives are gone.
Margherita,
Thanks so much for your kind and wise words. Thankfully my girl is feeling a lot better but she’s just devastated with her loss and my heart breaks for her. I made her promise to get a shot when it’s time. We don’t live close so I have to trust her on this.
Thank you, Margarita!
I appreciate your expertise on the subject. Herd immunity is vital to getting this virus under control. Burton is demonstrating his lack of concern for his co- workers which included children, a pregnant actor and a co- star who is a cancer survivor. He is coming off as being entitled and selfish.
Violet, your comment is beautifully written and replete with historical significance. I appreciate your candor, and I’m sorry for your loss.
Harry,
Thank you for your kind words also. I just get so worked up over some people’s ideas of not doing the right and obvious thing to keep us all well. We are so lucky in this day and age to be given the necessary vaccines,drugs, etc.to fight what would have killed us years ago. I had pneumonia a lot as a child and had to take Sulfa drugs, no Penicillen then. We have so much that these people are spitting on and it makes me so sad. Sorry Harry,best of health to you.
Finally!!! Someone with some brain cells!!! Thank you!
JJ – I thought you had finally stopped paying attention to those semi-educated people on Qanon. Oh well, the only thing to do with people like you is to follow the example set by Austria.
I agree all but two people got covid even the vaccinated we all survived fine and i have a medical condition asthma took ivermectin and was cleaning my house after by the second day of taking the medicine i am 54. the kids were better in 1 week i didn’t even know they had it no fevers just a runny nose but two of us lost our sense of smell.
Leah – giving your kids ivermectin is irresponsible on your part. Taking the drug borders on stupidity especially as an asthmatic. Ivermectin products designed for humans are DIFFERENT from ivermectin products designed for animals. And the drug was designed to treat parasites which Covid is not.
I am interested to see if the reactions are different than to Ingo Radamacher’s firing for the same reason. While I am ambivalent and can see both sides of the argument now that it is a big star that most people like (I prefer Jax to Jason for the simple reason that Jason enables Carly and Sonny and Jax doesn’t!)… my guess is that this will be temporary and Jason will be back in time. It will be interesting to see what the storyline fallout is from his departure will be…
Another actor may replace Steve Burton as Jason
Been there, done that. Nobody’s going to believe Susan Moore had triplets.
I Agree
Big rumor is Trevor St. John, will be the new Jason.
let’s HOPE not… Trevor is top shelf, highbrow, AND creme de la creme . Laura Wright’ Carly ? Meh ? can’t throw her far enough… she finds her way back to the trough
Kind of find that hard to believe. TStJ was burned when Howarth returned to OLTL to reclaim Todd. Now, he might have been planning to leave, but Frank certainly helped push him in that direction.
Because of the Jason/Drew kerfuffle, viewers might find it hard accepting the new actor as Jason, thinking that Burton would return again as “The Real Greenlee”. Well, you know what I mean.
Trevor Saint John may be the only actor I know of who can pull off acting “ stone cold” while emoting vulnerability in his eyes.
Yes, he might be able to express the vulnerability with his eyes, but there are only one set of those Jason eyes and he doesn’t possess them. Steve can say more with his eyes than most actors can say reading a whole page of dialogue.
Would love to see Trevor Sant John as his recast!! Crossing my fingers.
Steve Burton : was so different, with Britta. he at last responded… something about KT” Brit TRIGGERED . astounded is putting it mildly. Steve Burton came to… out of the malaise of the entrapment that is; the dullard Sonny and Carly
that dead trio that all story culminates in a renewed family empowerment and that winsome twosome lovebird builds with bile… and alas, Stone cold, is; ? home alone
Steve Burton, was ALIVE… He no longer needed or should have been interested in ; sonny and carly
Trevor St. John… any actor , has his work cut out with TRYING to act.. w/Laura Wright… her smothering her only BFF , her only ally, her only confidant’… JEEZUS! bonkers for this job? she’s not even sexy or can act passionate… Oy
sonny and carly… it’s a good thing that @GH does not waste any time in letting us know they get naked.. and are to be, for all time… loving and sexual… BILE build up.
i just do not get , how the fan… stomach this ???? it’s an hour long drama… that is wasted … nothing came of this insipid try at fleshing out @Sonny as “Mike” Carly as the dark as she gets Queen of the night… Christ she sauntered in to the what ? 5 family stare down meetin’ NOTHING ! Christ all the hoopla… this should solidify how her character has no connect with any one… i’ll even give prop to how Joss and Michael look anxious with her.. bored.. and lack any emote worth noting.
Trevor St. John : oh god… he’s head and shoulders ABOVE Maurice Benard’…. he’ll have to stoop… obvious kowtow… look stupid taking direction with guns blazed. LOL
with jax and Jason GONE … this is a huge rah rah rah !!!! this fan of all the rest of General Hospital… is cheering from the sideline’
richard w griffin,
Yes, and speaking of Carly. Laughed at the way she came strutting into G.H today, dressed like she was ready for Kung Fu.
I believe in vaccines and believe the shot has prevented me from being sick as I work on a college campus. It is a mystery to me why our nation has not come together over this public health crisis. Once upon a time, the country embraced vaccines for polio, smallpox, rubella, and the flu.
I wish Mr. Burton and Mr. Rademacher well. I will miss their legacy characters on a show that needs them, but the show must go on and, powers that be, believe I (and I agree) vaccines are necessary for everyone’s good health going forward. Soaps used to recast characters and GH will need to do this here if story dictates.
Well said
Very well said lakovos. Thank you for reminding us of the real issue – a global public health crisis.
So Well Said!
Look not all is loss, maybe the show can refocus on some of its other talent while both Steve and Ingo take a break, I’m hopeful this covid nightmare will eventually end and we can all go back to being unmasked and no mandates for shots needed. It might not be tomorrow but down the line, for now the show has plenty of guys to concentrate on so I’m gonna be patient and enjoy whose on now and not on whose been fired or is gone. The shows got plenty of billionaires and bad boys so lets enjoy those guys.
I for one am glad that Steve is gone. Someone will replace him as Jason. Vaccines work and I’m proud to say that I’ve been vaxxed. They work as intended. If he’s willing to put his fellow co-workers at risk, then he shouldn’t have a job. Just my opinion and I stick by it.
Choices have consequences. He made his choice. Putting politics aside, I found his return to the show rather disappointing. It was almost as if he had lost his connection to the character. The only time I enjoyed his acting was when he was with Britt. He seemed stilted when he was initially with Sam and there was no chemistry between him & Carly. Given those reasons I won’t miss him this time around.
Of course they will recast with Trevor St John….brilliant recast…..sad to see Steve go but I believe in the vaccine!Good luck to him and his family!
And Nancy should’ve been let go for insulting and bullying anyone and everyone who doesn’t agree with her politics.
Agree with being put on a ventilator, if you’d prefer that. She didn’t get herself fired over a tribalist stance.
She hasn’t violated any corporate policies that we know of. She has a right to express her opinion regardless of who disagrees with it.
Going after a woman. Stay classy!
Women deserve equal rights. They also deserve to be criticized if they say something and someone disagrees with them!
Absolutely
So long, Burton. You should have followed the science and protected yourself and others. If only Benard and Wright had also refused to adhere to the vaccine mandate…
After posting, I realized that my last sentence, though made in jest, was too harsh. I am indeed thankful that Benard and Wright HAVE adhered to the vaccine mandate. I am simply no fan of their characters and decades-long prominence on GH. I applaud any and all, in soaps and elsewhere, who have been responsible and intelligent enough to get the Covid vaccine. That choice should be heralded. I wish that even more people would do so…
Jamesj75…I wish more people would get the vaccine, too. Those who haven’t are holding the rest of us back. Will like the day when I can listen to local and national news where you don’t have to hear the new, hospitalized, deaths because of coved everyday. Like the daily weather report or sport scores. And thanks all of those who have followed the precautions like masking, social distancing, and vaccinations. Have a good Thanksgiving. And for fun watch the Macy’s parade.
rose, thank you for your reply. You are right when you say, “Those who haven’t are holding the rest of us back.” We could have been in such better shape by now if only the misguided, misinformed vax-deniers followed the science (aka reality). Yet, as you also indicate, we should be thankful for those who have “followed the precautions.” Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones, Friend.
You know, jamesj75, I know the way your heart leans, so no need to even apologize for the “if only” remark. I subscribe to the philosophy of the ladies from “Steel Magnolias”, “If you can’t say anything nice about someone, come sit by me.” Of course, these days, one has to be careful about who we’re sitting next to. I still can’t believe the arguments proferred about not getting vaccinated. It truly frightens me. I often feel I’m living in a parallel universe… but one I don’t remotely recognize anymore. Regarding Jason, I won’t miss him this time because I feel he’s totally surrendered his entire life to Carly; I barely see “Jason” anymore. I do, however, miss Billy Miller every day. This new whining Drew just isn’t the same. Between all this, Peter the Puke, and the new low of Sante (Dasam?), I’m really bored these days. Thank heaven for sweet, gorgeous Chase, firecracker Britt, and the indomitable Liesl. Cheers, James!
Thank you for your reply, Soaphound, and your graciousness… It is shocking, however, about the “parallel universe” in which we live. The careful and thoughtful among us can only navigate the best we can. I further appreciate (and agree with) your GH commentary. Once “Jason Morgan” took over, I could never warm up to this character, and I kept hoping he would one day return to his former self. Happy Thanksgiving, Friend!
Has everyone forgotten why Britt’s co-workers called her the Britch? Kelly is a great actress but Britt was a well played loathsome character who did despicable things. I’m all for people turning over a new leaf but her overnight transformation for the sole purpose of pairing her with Jason just turned my stomach. I hate that GH is losing the real Jason again but at least I’ll be spared watching her with him. They just need to let Brad out of prison so she has someone to hang with.
gh#1,
Have you not noticed how tptb change Character’s character? I know we don’t forget how they once were but hopefully we can welcome the new changes. Liesel is not the horrible person she once was and even seems to get along with Anna whom she hated with a passion. I never liked Brad but a lot of viewers do, so be it, a shoulder for Britt to cry on. Even after all the things she’s done, I like her now and can’t wait to see her next love interest.
Sad day for GH fans. I am done watching until they hire SB back. GH ratings will plummet. Watch and see. There may be many that are glad these two were fired for not complying but let me assure you there are a ton of us that don’t like it one bit that these two actors who have each been on GH over twenty years were fired for this. Is this the USA or USSR?
You tell us what country it is. Your conservative lunacy is a Russian construct, all misinformation all the time. No ratings will plummet because of two numbskulls, but because GH can’t plot fake drama that gets the show as much press as what’s generated by real life scandals.
Gorbachev,
Thank you for saving me all the time I was wondering how to respond to Michael.He sure thinks he’s so important that he and a few other idiots think GH will come to its knees because a couple of actors are fired in order to keep the rest of the cast and crew safe. No one is indispensable and if we get a new Jason or none, so be it. There is so much more to worry about these days like keeping yourself and families safe. Happy Thanksgiving!
This is the USA, where we are supposed to care about our neighbors and do what’s best for our community. GH ratings are likely to rise as viewers are intrigued what happens to Jason and those who care about him.
Disney is a private employer and made a choice. Not sure what this has to do with USA vs USSR. And you do know the USSR hasn’t existed for decades, right? As for ratings – nothing significantly changes the ratings except one thing and it’s not additions or subtractions. It’s time. The fact that over time less people are watching.
if only – this were, the death knell ; the Sonny and Carly Show
w/Jax – and – Jason … gone
Sonny is still “Mike”
Carly had her mob queen 1 day run where she exchanged “glances” w/the big wig meetin’
Please, beyond beg !!!! do not let Trevor St. John be any where in LW’ Carly bubble. if that goes to Cameron Matthison’ Drew… so be it.
AFTER 4 years of Wes Ramsey AND his lover Laura Wright WITH Frank Valentini in their corner yield what ? stink on shit; ménage à trois; the spiral of GH… I want these three to know.
“that would be within “HIS” right, now wouldn’t that…” ONE step forward TWO steps back… OUR country deserves to be … in the front line… thriving… keeping up with the world. as you and I, march onward… that “one” step is selfishly waylaying , ALL our LIGHT !!!! it’s like watching all the unvaccinated , stifle us all… so many of us are not in that position… I do not care one iota… if he’s “FIRED !!!! ” I will not even blink… as his superstar emmied ass… now has to “make money” doing corporate jingles AND/OR greetings for those DUMB ENOUGH to give him minimally, what ? 150 bucks ? I see this as the start of the END !!!! the Sonny and Carly Show. @GH has been so wasted and frittered. “Shame”
Unless they find a way to reverse this disastrous decision, you can bet your soul that ABC will be pulling the plug on this show permanently on April 1, 2023, the 60th anniversary. And what you see between now and then will probably be even worse than the hollow shell of a show that it was between 2012 & 2017 – the last time they threw Jason under the bus to prop their newbies. They made a decent attempt with Billy Miller as a stand in “Jason”, but he never seemed quite right… and of course now we all know why.
Whiny Heiny, Frodd 3.0 and (doesn’t even remotely look like) Drew are even less likely to carry the show than the idiots they were propping in 2012. It’s time for the Valentini regime to end once and for all, and bring in some show runners who know what made General Hospital great in the first place. And by that, I mean pretty much anything between 1977 – February 2012 (except for that period in the early 90s with Casey the Alien and the Eckert cousins trying to replace the actual Spencers… those years are best left forgotten)
One man does not make a show. GH survived just fine when a “leading” man departs… Tristan Rogers and Jack Wagner in the 90s, Burton and Tony Geary last decade. Burton left in 2012 because JFP agreed to his contract demands which allowed him to move his family to Tennessee. After she left Y&R, gone was the chance of him getting those generous terms.
At this point, given a choice of Frank’s crew or the disastrous last years of Phelps/Guza, I’m sure most of us here would stick with Frank. Yes, the mob is still present, but there’s more balance, with the Qs driving story and stories featuring POC to give two examples. Yes, Heinrik needs to die a permanent death and Carly needs to chill.
I will agree that Easton and Howarth aren’t adding a lot of value right now, but those characters are interacting with legacy players, which makes them a bit more palatable.
Satan-GH survived Luke and Laura Spencer, super couple that never should have existed, leaving in 1983. GH also survived Casey the Alien, the Eckerts and other story lines. GH will survive Jason Morgan leaving as well. And Steve Burton threw himself under the bus by refusing to be double vaccinated.
They survived the departure of Luke & Laura because they had Robert & Holly and Frisco & Felicia… so same formula.. supercouples with adventure storylines. But eventually they all left too and that’s when you had the forgettable & regrettable years with Casey & the Eckerts. And how did they rescue GH from that slump? Two things: The return of Luke & Laura, and a new character named Sonny Corinthos.
Difference is back then, ABC had big budgets for the storylines, and people in charge of the show who were committed to General Hospital. Not some half-assed mutation of One Life to Live (which seems to be including a lot of AMC lately). The only thing Frank seems committed to doing is propping his newbies… who are really thinly disguised versions of their OLTL or AMC characters… at the expense of what remains of the actual GH cast. Which just lost another two major characters. Jax isn’t really all that essential, so they can arguably move on without him. Jason is entirely another story. And poor Monica… how’s she supposed to keep track of which one of her sons are dead and which ones are alive anymore. You can tell her AJ is still in Hell, so she can be sure of that. Jason is NOT here, and I’m sure nobody thinks he made it upstairs, given his occupation, so I think we can assume he somehow survived that cave in. His return is a matter of “when”, not “if”. Just hope it’s not in recast form, and definitely NOT the rumored OLTL castoff (who really should know better, after his previous experience as a recast on that show, thrown under the bus when what’s his name came back)
Good for him! Medical freedom is being stripped away from all of us. So awesome to see him and Ingo, and hopefully others, stand their ground!!
JJ-your medical freedom works both ways. Those who are vaccinated HAVE THE RIGHT to refuse to work with those who are unvaccinated. So far, ONLY Steve and Ingo have refused vaccinations AND now they have been fired. FYI some judges are ignoring the wishes of parents like you and giving sixteen year old teens permission to be vaccinated.
He did seem “the odd man out” when he was on The Talk’s soap episode. Was it just me or did he seem seated further off than the rest. Of course I did watch it after hearing he had left GH. Doesn’t CBS have the same policy regarding vacanation as ABC?
No, CBS does not have the same stance as ABC. CBS requires regular testing and mask wearing when not on set.
Maybe Steve Burton should go back to Y&R. That way he can work with people who don’t object to him not being vaccinated.
I can’t believe that Y&R would risk having SB near their many older legends such as Eric Braeden, etc.? I find this highly unlikely.
Let me fix that for you Steve: “General Hospital has let me go because unfortunately, I’m an a$$”.
He got Covid. I thought he was vaccinated. I guess not. His decision.
Well, I’m disappointed to see Steve go. His body, his choice. He decided not to get the vaccine. His employer has a policy in place that he must adhere to. Whether you agree or not, the decision has been made. He is a character who is used in lots of stories. There just isn’t anyone who can fill Steve’s shoes. Peter, Valentin, Howarth’s new character, Michael, NuNick, Drew or Chase, NONE of them can step up and be a lead. They are all supporting actors. GH is in some trouble. BUT, I will not abandon the Haunted Star, greener pastures will always prevail!
Well, the Haunted Star has been abandoned since Lulu became a vegetable… and now the name “Spencer” is rarely mentioned, except for Nikolas’s bratty kid. I don’t expect to ever see Luke again, but the rest of the family definitely needs to come back. While it’s true that Carly & her kids are genetically Spencers, they rarely if ever acknowledge the fact.
Steve Burton is an awesome man and very kind…I wish him and his family nothing but the best and maybe one day he will return to GH….
The Guy is a jerk. Just getting on TV does not mean the guy is smart, nor decent. He is merely opportunistic and self centered. Burton good riddance.
I’m sorry, do you know him personally?
Lets get real he doesn’t want to inject himself with the vaccine for whatever reason, “choice”? “religious reason”? yeah right like we are suppose to think he’s that pumped up natrually from just lifting weights? come on now, maybe now GH will realize you can’t put all your eggs in one basket, spread the love, there’s plenty of guys on the show. So no, rating won’t go down, the show won’t get cancelled and to all those claiming they will not ever watch the show please stop you know your dumb asses are tuning in daily and that you love to complain because otherwise you would not have anything better to do.
aria,
Love your comments and so true. I liked Jason as much as anyone, but this guy/character is not indispensable. I think Drew, at least I hope has more ethics than to be a hit man. I could never imagine Billy Miller doing it and I consider him a “lead” although he didn’t crash through any ceilings or wed his boss’s wife on command. Drew had integrity and hope the new Drew inherited it. Chase could be more, if given the chance.
Look at the ratings went all the way down to 3.7 . No not playing at all and the following weeks it will get worse just watch.
I want Steve Burton back; now. I don’t like the story lines now and especially without my Jason. Jason belongs with the nurse, NOT Carly!
I was Steve Burton/Jason back!
Breaking News
‘One Life to Live’ and ‘General Hospital’ Actress Bree Williamson Mourns the Loss of Husband Michael John Roberts
In heartbreaking news, Bree Williamson (ex-Jessica Buchanan, One Life to Live, ex- Claudette Beaulieu, General Hospital) is mourning the loss of her husband Michael John Roberts who passed away after his battle with glioblastoma om Wednesday, November 11 and at just 48-years-old.
The Hollywood Reporter initially reported Roberts death sharing he died after a brief battle and was surrounded by loved ones and died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles.
Michael was a well-known animator and director behind Comedy Central’s Trip Tank and Netflix’s BoJack Horseman among others.. He also created the YouTube Red series Dallas & Robo, starring John Cena and Kat Dennings.
Taking to her Instagram following the news of Michael’s passing, Bree Williamson expressed, “Thank you to everyone that has reached out. We are heartbroken and taking some time.” Bree and Michael share a son McGreggor, who is 16-years-old.
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OUTPOURING OF SUPPORT FROM ONE LIFE TO LIVE CO-STARS
Williamson received an outpouring of love and support from many of her One Life to Live co-stars below:
Tuc Watkins (ex-David Vickers): “Michael Roberts. Words are clumsy. I watched the ways he was kind, and I admired him. I love him and his family, individually and collectively. He was so many things. He did so much. There would have been more.”
Michael Easton (ex-John McBain): “Michael was a beautiful spirit and he lives on in our hearts. Our thoughts are with you and Mac and your family.”
Kristen Alderson (ex-Starr Manning): “Beyond tragic, He was so kind, I only remember him with that exact smile every time I saw him. I remember when we met him & just knew you found the best partner. So deeply sorry Bree. We love you so much.”
Eddie Alderson (ex-Matthew Buchanan), “Sending you infinite amounts of love. He was so fantastic. He’ll be very missed by all who knew him.”
Others who sent messages included: Laura Wright (Carly, GH) and Finola Hughes (Anna, GH) and Martha Madison (Belle, DAYS).
MICHAEL JOHN ROBERTS INCREDIBLE TALENT REMEMBERED
The family shared a statement via an obituary that read, in part, on the gifted artist that Michael was and his remarkable gifts:
“Michael saw the world a little differently. A gifted artist with an extraordinary talent, he could find something worth exploring in what others might overlook. His creativity was not limited to what he put on paper; it shaped the way he thought, questioned, and understood the world around him.”
FAMILY STATEMENT ON THE LOVE MICHAEL HAD FOR BREE AND MCGREGGOR
The obituary also spoke on Michael’s family, love of Bree and their son McGreggor:
“Above all, Michael cherished the family he had built. His wife, Bree (Williamson), was his beloved partner, and the person he was so proud to have beside him. He treasured their shared journey, their everyday moments, and the simple privilege of walking through the world together. His son, McGreggor, was a source of immense pride. Michael wanted nothing but the best for him, and saw in the young man he was becoming, possibilities greater than he could ever have imagined for himself. He was already deeply proud of the life his son was building, and eager for all that lay ahead of him.”
It concluded with, “Although his illness came suddenly and the time that followed was heartbreakingly short, it cannot define the man he was. His life is better remembered through what he created, the conversations he inspired, the friendships he nurtured, and the love he gave so freely to those closest to him.”
Michael is survived by Bree, their teenage son, McGreggor; sister, Jane; niece, Gwen and nephew, Vaughan. He was also close with his cousin Hrothgar, whom he saw as a brother, and his wife, Emily, and their children, Evie and Lili.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Bree Williamson and McGreggor at this time on such a devastating loss of such an exceptionally talented man and beloved husband and father. Share your thoughts for Bree on the loss of Michael John Roberts in the comment section below.
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.”
Photo: ET
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.
Photo: JPI
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.
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