A surprise recast is already out at General Hospital, while key family members are back to support a loved one. Here’s the soap’s latest casting news for the week of August 3-7.
The Week of August 3, 2026
Christian Howard, who turned up as the new Ethan Lovett and replaced Nathan Dean on July 27, is already out. The character exited Port Charles and abruptly left the country last Friday, after saying a quick goodbye to his sister, Lulu (Alexa Havins).
As Curtis’ (Donnell Turner) trial gets underway, expect the family to be on hand to support him. Robert Gossett continues his visit as his devoted father, Marshall Ashford, while Vernee Watson is back as his loving aunt, Stella Henry.
Paige Herschell returns as Jacinda Bracken. Look for Michael (Rory Gibson) to question his girlfriend on Friday, August 7.
Asher Antonyzyn appears as Danny Morgan throughout the week. The actor recently spoke out about how much he appreciated the show’s fans.
Wes Ramsey gets more screen time as the late Peter August. The character’s ghost continues to haunt Finola Hughes’ Anna.
