Steve Burton returns to 'General Hospital' after real-life soap opera unfolds off-screen

Steve Burton is returning to 'General Hospital' after dealing with some off-screen drama that was nearly as dramatic as the soap opera that made him famous.

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Steve Burton returns to 'General Hospital'

Burton, who was let go from 'General Hospital' in 2021 due to the network's coronavirus vaccine mandate, is returning to the series after getting a divorce from his ex-wife who had a baby with another man while they were still together.

The show revealed Burton's return with a dramatic teaser shared on X, previously known as Twitter.

Off-screen drama

Burton's departure from 'General Hospital' in 2021 was a result of the network's coronavirus vaccine mandate. However, he is now returning to the series.

During his time away from the show, Burton dealt with some off-screen drama involving his personal life. He went through a divorce with his ex-wife, who had a baby with another man while they were still married.

The announcement

The news of Burton's return to 'General Hospital' was made with a dramatic teaser that was shared on X. This announcement created excitement among fans of the show, who are eager to see his character back on the screen.

Burton's return to the series is expected to bring new twists and turns to the storyline, adding to the already dramatic nature of the soap opera.