Charles Mesure Finally Speaks Out Over Why He Was Fired From General Hospital!!

Big news is shaking up General Hospital as a major casting change takes center stage! Fans were stunned to learn that Charles Mesure, who played Jack Brennan, has exited the show, with Chris McKenna stepping in to take over the role. But what really happened behind the scenes?

According to reports, Mesure’s departure wasn’t due to any conflicts or creative disagreements—he chose to leave on his own terms. This left producers with a big decision: write Jack Brennan out entirely or bring in a new actor. They ultimately opted to keep the character, leading to McKenna’s casting.

Soap opera fans will recognize Chris McKenna from his extensive daytime drama career. He got his start at just 12 years old as Joey Buchanan on One Life to Live and later appeared as Mark Harding on The Young and the Restless. In 2016, he also played Dr. Hayden on The Bold and the Beautiful. His experience made him a natural fit for General Hospital, and his long-time working relationship with executive producer Frank Valentini helped ease the transition.

McKenna revealed that the recasting process happened fast. He received a call from Valentini on a Sunday and was in the studio for a chemistry test with Laura Wright (Carly Spencer) by Tuesday. The two actors shared a nostalgic moment, reconnecting after nearly 30 years. After his audition, Valentini jokingly told him, “You weren’t this good when you were 12!”—a playful confirmation that he had secured the role.

Fans can expect to see McKenna make his debut as Jack Brennan starting Tuesday, February 4. Are you excited about this casting change? Keep watching General Hospital on ABC for all the latest drama!