Parry Shen is officially back on General Hospital, and Brad’s return wasted no time signaling trouble. The weekly preview revealed Brad popping into Portia’s hospital room, marking his first appearance in Port Charles since he left town earlier this year. If anyone hoped Brad would ease quietly back onto the canvas, that door closed the moment he showed up at Portia’s bedside.
Key Takeaways
- Brad resurfaces in Port Charles after months away.
- His first stop is Portia, reopening unresolved tension tied to Drew.
- Portia’s already fragile situation grows even more dangerous.
Brad’s Return Ends His ‘Fresh Start’
Brad (Parry Shen) hasn’t been seen in Port Charles since May 8, 2025, when he tendered his resignation at General Hospital and told Lucas (Van Hansis) he was leaving town for a fresh start. At the time, it seemed like a clean break — Brad walking away from his job, his mistakes, and the chaos he helped create.
That fresh start clearly didn’t stick.
Since exiting Port Charles, Shen has stayed busy. Earlier this year, he voiced Takeda in Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition, adding a major video game credit to his résumé. Now, he’s back in daytime — and Brad’s return feels anything but accidental.
Why Portia Is Especially Vulnerable
Brad’s reappearance comes at the worst possible moment for Portia (Brook Kerr). She’s pregnant and doesn’t know who the father is, though both men involved are now aware she’s expecting. Her daughter, however, has no idea Portia had an affair, leaving her family life one revelation away from imploding.
Brad making Portia one of his first stops raises immediate red flags. Their shared history — including the mess involving Drew (Cameron Mathison) — never truly resolved. His casual “Knock, knock” carried the weight of unfinished business, not nostalgia.
What Brad Might Be After
Brad’s sudden return prompts an obvious question: what does he want? His job back? Leverage? Control?
His history with Britt (Kelly Thiebaud) suggests emotional threads still linger, but targeting Portia first feels strategic. Brad has always known where pressure points live, and Portia currently has more than most.
Whatever his endgame, one thing is clear: Brad’s fresh start is over. And Portia may be the one paying the price.
