Fans of General Hospital were shocked when Chad Duell, who has played Michael Corinthos for around 15 years, announced his exit from the soap. But with Michael still alive—albeit recovering from severe burns—viewers are left wondering: Will Chad Duell return to General Hospital?
Here’s a lowdown on whether the actor will make a comeback or not.
Will Chad Duell return as Michael Corinthos on General Hospital?
While nothing is confirmed, Chad Duell hinted that a comeback as Michael Corinthos isn’t off the table. His character’s survival and the lack of recasting suggest that the door remains open for his return. For now, however, the actor is exploring new opportunities outside of Port Charles.
Chad Duell’s exit from General Hospital was emotional, both for fans and the actor himself. In a January interview, the actor opened up about his reasons for leaving.
The Daytime Emmy winner cited personal struggles, including grieving his father’s recent passing and wanting to spend more time with his young son. Despite stepping away, Chad Duell didn’t rule out a return to General Hospital. He expressed gratitude toward executive producer Frank Valentini for keeping the door open. “The door’s open there for me when I am ready to come back,” Duell shared. (via State of Mind)
After all, Duell’s character, Michael Corinthos, was neither killed off nor recast. Instead, he was severely injured in an explosion at Sonny’s penthouse but is currently recovering in Germany. This storyline choice suggests that the door remains open for the actor’s return.
While General Hospital fans may miss seeing Chad Duell as Michael Corinthos, the actor has already moved on to new opportunities. In March, it was revealed that he signed on for a role in Bruce Reisman’s play Yum Yum, which will premiere in Annapolis before heading to New York for an Off-Off Broadway run.
