Characters Whose Status is Currently Unclear or Limited

While firm “leaving” news is rare until the episode airs, look out for the following characters who are often in and out, or whose current storylines suggest a potential exit:

• 1. Adrian Anchondo (Marco Rios): This character, introduced in 2025, is tied up in the mob-related drama surrounding Natalia’s death and is currently pointing fingers at Sonny Corinthos. New, short-term characters involved in crime storylines often leave once their plot arc resolves (either by going to jail, being exposed, or a final exit).
• 2. Daniel Cosgrove (Ezra Boyle) / Bryce Durfee (Vaughn) / Chris L. McKenna (Jack Brennan): These are characters recently involved in various mysteries and schemes (like the ones with Carly, Drew, or the mysterious organizations). Characters brought in for a specific threat or conspiracy typically have a limited run and often exit dramatically during sweeps. Keep an eye on the resolution of the Brennan/IRS/Port Charles mystery.
• 3. Recurring Guests/Underutilized Characters: It’s common for less frequently seen recurring actors (like Van Hansis as Lucas Jones or various police/FBI figures) to quietly disappear from the canvas for several weeks or months without a major announcement, which can sometimes be mistaken for a permanent exit.

 The Big Non-Exit News (That Caused the Rumors!)

The biggest recent talk of a departure involved Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos). As detailed in the previous response, the actor had to publicly clarify that he is NOT leaving the show anytime soon, despite rumors fueled by his honest discussions about his future and mental health. This news has settled fans’ fears over the show’s biggest star exiting during the critical sweeps period.

 What to Expect in November Sweeps

November is traditionally one of the biggest months for soap opera twists. Instead of simple exits, fans should prepare for:

• Shocking returns (sometimes of characters presumed dead).
• A major resolution to a primary storyline, which will likely involve a dramatic exit of a villain or a non-central character.
• Stunt casting for short-term guest roles.

To get the most accurate, week-by-week information, it’s best to check weekly General Hospital spoiler updates as they are released in the coming weeks!