After playing Michael Corinthos for nearly fifteen years, Chad Duell has decided to leave the long-running soap opera, thanking fans for their love and support over the years.
- November 24, 2024
AceShowbiz - Chad Duell, who has played Michael Corinthos on "General Hospital" for nearly 15 years, has announced his departure from the soap opera.
Duell made the announcement in an Instagram post on November 23, expressing gratitude for the incredible years he has spent on the show and the support of the cast, crew, and fans. He stated that while it was not an easy decision, he felt it was the right time in his life to step away.
"To all the fans: thank you from the bottom of my heart for your unwavering support and for letting Michael Corinthos be a part of your lives," Duell wrote. "This isn't a goodbye - it's a see you later."
Executive producer Frank Valentini confirmed Duell's exit in a statement to Deadline, saying, "He is a terrific actor and will be missed by everyone at #GH." Valentini also revealed that there are currently no plans to recast the role.
Duell took over the role of Michael, son of A.J. Quartermaine and Carly Spencer, from Drew Garrett in 2010. He has won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his performance in 2015.
In recent years, Duell has experienced scheduling conflicts that led to actor Robert Adamson taking over the role of Michael intermittently. However, Duell remained the primary actor portraying the character.
Duell's departure follows the recent exit of Kelly Monaco, who played Sam McCall on "General Hospital." Monaco alleged in a deleted comment on Instagram that her exit was "retaliation" for defending fired actor Billy Miller.
"General Hospital," which has aired for over 60 years, is the longest-running American soap opera. It continues to captivate viewers with its intricate storylines and beloved characters.
