General Hospital fans, get ready for a game-changing twist! Chris McKenna has confirmed that he’s sticking around, and he’s ready to dive deeper into his character. What secrets will be exposed as his role becomes even more complex? Plus, the actor is excited to work with some familiar faces. Don’t miss the drama that’s coming next!
General Hospital fans have been left buzzing after Chris McKenna, who plays the beloved character in the soap, confirmed that he’s staying with the show long-term. After rumors about his status, McKenna made the announcement at the General Hospital Fan Club Weekend, revealing that he’s now officially on contract with the ABC soap opera. And it’s safe to say that this is just the beginning of a new chapter for his character.
McKenna reflected on the exciting opportunity to continue developing his role. “It’s no longer just a two-dimensional character or a sexy leading man. This is a complex human I get to play,” he explained. “I’m excited to plumb all the depths, and I want to create a character that I can be proud of, someone the audience can love — or love to hate!”
As McKenna stays with General Hospital, he’s looking forward to exploring the many layers of his character. “More and more is slowly getting revealed about this guy. We’re starting to see cracks in his armor,” McKenna shared. His character is a man who is caught in a tough situation, torn between his career, his health, and his unexpected feelings for someone who has become his only source of peace—Carly Spencer, played by Laura Wright.
McKenna also expressed his excitement about working with his former co-star, Erika Slezak, who will be joining General Hospital later this year. “I’m not just hoping to work with her, I’m going to attack Frank [Valentini, the executive producer] if he doesn’t put me in at least one scene with her!” McKenna joked, adding that he couldn’t wait to reconnect with Slezak, whom he worked with on One Life to Live. The excitement is palpable as McKenna shares how special it will be to share the screen with her once again.
When it comes to his onscreen relationship with Laura Wright (Carly), McKenna is thrilled about the chemistry between their characters. “GH has reached out to me many times about pairing me with Laura, but it never happened, so when it finally came up, I didn’t hesitate,” McKenna said. “It’s exactly what I wanted right now, and I’m glad it worked out the way it did.”
Their onscreen relationship continues to heat up, with McKenna’s character finding solace in Carly, the one person who offers him peace amidst the chaos. But as things progress, the pressure builds, and their connection will face major challenges. McKenna is excited for the emotional depth to come. “When Carly finds out what my character has been up to, it’s going to be a wild ride!” he teased.
In the meantime, McKenna is having a blast working with the talented cast, including Wright and Eden McCoy, who plays Josslyn, Carly’s daughter. McKenna shared that Wright jokingly expresses her frustration when she sees scenes between him and Josslyn. “When Laura sees scenes with me and Josslyn, she says, ‘Oh, my God, I am going to kill you,’” McKenna laughed.
With the future of his character unfolding in thrilling new ways, McKenna is more excited than ever to be part of General Hospital. The character is becoming more complex, and McKenna is ready to tackle the challenges that lie ahead. Whether it’s dealing with his professional life, his relationships, or uncovering the secrets of his past, this is just the beginning of a long, exciting journey for McKenna’s character on the show.
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