Check out the latest comings and goings casting news from General Hospital. Find out if any other popular stars from yesteryear are joining the soap this week or in the near future, if any newcomers are set to appear in contract, recurring, or day-player roles, and if any of your favorite performers are leaving the ABC drama.
Key Takeaways
- James Patrick Stuart returned as Valentin Cassadine, appearing from his Steinmauer prison cell when he received a surprise visitor on October 22.
- Erika Slezak continued her guest arc as Ronnie Bard, the late Monica’s sister, beginning October 20.
- Chris McKenna reprised his role as Jack Brennan, sharing key scenes with Carly and Josslyn as the WSB storyline deepened.
- Vernee Watson made another appearance as Stella Henry, crossing paths with Tracy Quartermaine.
- More fan-favorite and new faces could still be on the horizon as General Hospital gears up for fall storylines.
The Week of October 20, 2025
James Patrick Stuart is back as Valentin Cassadine. The Steinmauer inmate gets an unexpected visitor on Wednesday, October 22. The character was sent to the European prison last March.
Erika Slezak gets more airtime as Ronnie Bard, the late Monica’s (Leslie Charleson) sister, beginning Monday, October 20. The actress, who signed on for a short story arc, is best known for her role as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live. Slezak chatted with Soap Hub about her career highlights.
Chris McKenna returns as Jack Brennan as the WSB chief’s duplicity continues to be exposed. He shares powerful scenes with Laura Wright’s Carly on Monday, October 20 and Eden McCoy’s Josslyn on Wednesday, October 22.
Vernee Watson is back as Stella Henry. She interacts with Jane Elliot’s Tracy Quartermaine on Monday, October 20.
