A missing heroine is resurfacing, and a villain is finally back on the Port Charles scene. Here’s the latest comings and goings casting news from General Hospital. Find out which popular stars are returning; plus, if any newcomers are boarding the soap in contract, recurring, or day-player roles, and if any of your favorite actors or actresses are leaving the ABC drama.
Key Takeaways
- Anna Devane finally resurfaced after her abduction, setting the stage for her escape attempt.
- Valentin Cassadine returned to Port Charles after months at Steinmauer, stepping back into major story.
- Jack, Justine, Charlotte, and Jacinda all reappeared as new threads moved forward.
- Cyrus Renault and Esme Price made brief nightmare cameos tied to Laura’s ongoing turmoil.
The Week of December 8, 2025
Finola Hughes, who’s been MIA as Anna Devane since her character was abducted in early November, finally reappears this week. Look for Anna to be seen in a room where she’s being held captive as she attempts to concoct a plan to free herself.
After months of being away at Steinmauer, a high-security prison for international criminals in Switzerland, Valentine Cassadine has resurfaced in Port Charles. James Patrick Stuart’s popular character surprisingly appeared in Carly’s (Laura Wright) living room last Friday. Look for the actor to play an important role in the upcoming storyline over the next few months. Stuart contemplated a possible return to GH when he was written off the soap last March.
Chris McKenna gets more screen time as Jack Brennan. The duplicitous WSB station chief briefs Eden McCoy’s Josslyn on Tuesday, December 9.
Nazneen Contractor pops in as Justine Turner. The town’s assistant district attorney airs on Tuesday, December 9.
Bluesy Burkey is back as Charlotte Cassadine. The teenager appears on Tuesday, December 9.
Paige Herschell returns as Jacinda. The reformed sex worker shares scenes with Rory Gibson’s Michael on Thursday, December 11, as their characters grow closer. The actress recently opened up about her run on the soap and what it’s meant to her.
Two popular villains made surprise appearances last week, both appearing in a nightmare to Genie Francis’ Laura. Jeff Kober was back as Cyrus Renault, while Avery Kristen Pohl resurfaced as Esme Price. It was a one-and-done guest spot for both performers.
