In the current landscape of American daytime soap operas, none of them has more tenure than ABC’s General Hospital, first hitting the airwaves on April 1, 1963. For over 60 years, fans have watched some iconic characters set foot in Port Charles. Whether we’re talking about Edward and Lila Quartermaine, Luke and Laura Spencer, Helena Cassadine or Sonny Corinthos, the series has managed to create numerous personas that have undoubtedly left their mark in the realm of TV.
Now, in recent years, fans have continued to rely on main staples like Sonny (Maurice Benard), Carly (Laura Wright), Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) and Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) to provide a sense of stability on the show. However, as with all soaps, there have been a fair share of characters who return, leave, or make a debut to help propel the storylines of the series. That’s why it’s important to stay up to date with the latest casting changes, and we’ve got you covered here.
