News Update: Steve Burton Leaves GH After Failed Plan to Bring Girlfriend onto the Soap

Steve Burton, an actor who has been a staple on the long-running soap opera General Hospital (GH) for nearly three decades, made headlines when he announced his departure from the show after his plan to bring his girlfriend onto GH failed.

The Decision to Leave GH

Steve Burton, who had been with GH since 1992, announced his departure from the show after failing to comply with ABC’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. The actor revealed that he had applied for a medical and religious exemption, but both were denied. He shared his disappointment in a statement:

“I’m sorry to say that ‘General Hospital’ has let me go because of the vaccine mandate. I did apply for both a medical and religious exemption, and both were denied.”

Personal Plans and a Failed Attempt

While the official reason for Burton’s departure centers around the vaccination mandate, some sources claim that Burton had planned to bring his girlfriend onto the show, which didn’t come to fruition. This unfulfilled plan may have contributed to his decision to leave the iconic soap opera.

Reaction and Future Plans

Following his departure announcement, Steve Burton received significant support from his fans. He expressed gratitude for his time on GH and stated that he hopes to return someday if the policies change. He said:

“I will always be grateful, and I believe that when one door closes, many other doors will open.”

Currently, Burton is focusing on personal projects and hopes to continue his acting career in the future.