The halls of General Hospital are buzzing again, and it's not just another medical crisis! Fan-favorite Steve Burton is back as Jason Morgan, the role he owned for decades. But this comeback story is juicier than a hospital cafeteria gossip session, filled with drama, conviction, and ultimately, redemption.
Let’s rewind to 2021.
The COVID-19 pandemic was still wreaking havoc, and vaccine mandates were a hot-button issue. When "General Hospital" implemented a vaccine requirement, loyal viewers were shocked to learn that Steve Burton, a staple on the show since 1991, wouldn't comply.
In a heartfelt Instagram video, Burton confirmed the news himself. "Unfortunately, General Hospital has let me go because of the vaccine mandate,” he announced, going on to explain that both his medical and religious exemptions were denied. “This is also about personal freedom for me,” he asserted.
“I don’t think anyone should lose their livelihood over this.”
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