Recently, General Hospital (GH) announced a change in the actor playing Michael Corinthos, one of the show’s most prominent and long-standing characters. Chad Duell, who had portrayed Michael Corinthos for nearly 15 years, made the decision to leave the role in November 2024. Duell’s departure left many fans disappointed, as he had significantly contributed to shaping Michael Corinthos’ character in the hearts of the audience.
Chad Duell shared on social media that leaving GH was a difficult decision, but he felt it was the right time in his life. He also expressed gratitude to his colleagues and fans who had supported him throughout the years. Frank Valentini, the producer of GH, thanked Duell for his contributions and mentioned that the show did not have immediate plans to recast the role.
After Duell’s departure, GH temporarily enlisted Robert Adamson, a veteran actor with extensive experience in popular soap operas, to take over the role of Michael Corinthos in several episodes in 2022 and 2024. Adamson is a familiar face to audiences, having appeared in The Young and the Restless and The Axe Murders of Villisca.
Recently, GH announced that a new actor would permanently take over the role of Michael Corinthos. However, the identity of the new actor and the timing of their first appearance have yet to be revealed, sparking curiosity among fans about this transition. Whether the new actor can continue the success of Chad Duell and bring a fresh perspective to the character of Michael Corinthos remains to be seen.
