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Chad Duell Explains Why He Left ‘General Hospital’ After 14 Years


‘General Hospital’ star Chad Duell explained why he wanted to step away from the soap opera and what could be next for his career

The actor, who played Michael Corinthos on General Hospital, also wanted to spend more time in Arizona with his partner, Luana Lucci, and their 15-month-old son, Dawson. In January, viewers learned that Josh Stewart would not be reprising his role as William LaMontagne Jr on Criminal Minds: Evolution. Although Duell acknowledged that soap operas can provide a steady job and a second family, he hopes 2025 can be a year he grows professionally and personally.

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