General Hospital Recasts Michael
Breaking news: General Hospital is recasting the role of Michael Corinthos. Drew Garrett will be exiting the part of Sonny and Carly's son, and actor Chad Duell will be taking over the role.
ABC issued the following statement on the recast: "We are recasting the role of Michael Corinthos Jr., the son of Sonny and Carly, with actor Chad Duell. His first airdate is Tuesday, April 20th. The continuing storyline will have viewers on the edge in the weeks leading up to May sweeps as Michael and his father frantically try to hide the truth that he murdered his stepmother Claudia.
We want to thank Drew Garrett for his time with General Hospital and wish him well in all his future endeavors."
Drew Garrett took over the role in April 2009, when Michael woke up from a nearly year-long coma.
Chad has appeared on shows such as The Wizards of Waverly Place and The Suite Life on Deck.
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Comments (259)
This seriously upsets me about Michael. I realllly liked Drew. =(
I have been watching GH since the Luke and Laura days (since I'm 10!). I have been a huge fan and proudly tell everyone that I watch the show because of the talented cast and story lines. I have stayed loyal due to this even though I am not a typical soap fan. I think it is absurd that Drew is being replaced. He is a remarkable actor who has many fans and has earned his place on the show. Stop firing great actors and replacing them with sub par actors. Give us fans what we want. The show would be nothing without our loyalty!!!!
I would like to know the logic in recasting the perfect person for this role?
Why did you do this i used to watch GH everyday everyday would have watch it on saturday & sunday! But have not watched it in 3 weeks. If he quit i would have still watched. i would have not liked it as much.But you FIRED DREW!!!!!!
It is so wrong to replace Drew. He has been the person that has kept the show succinct and going. He's a terrific actor.
Why is Drew Garrett no longer going to play the role of Michael???
Been watching this show for years and when things seem to be going good, they up and change things. The worst move is the release of Drew Garrett. What an asset he has been to the show. The writers should think twice before they do anything!!! I know that many viewers share my opinion.
I hate the idea that Drew Garrett is being replaced - he is a very talented young actor - he brings life to the show! I have been watching GH for 32 years!
please keep drew as michaela and morgan they have great friend ship together,plus i love the kids
I thought that the original Michael was okay...But I do look forward to seeing a new actor in that role to have a more mature looking face...