On Wednesday, Michael Easton, the audience’s favorite Dr. Hamilton Finn, revealed that this Thursday’s episode (June 27, 2024) would mark the end of his tenure on General Hospital. This news devastated fans, leaving them to wonder why he had left so suddenly.
Everything you need to know about Michael Easton’s departure from General Hospital and the future of his character is provided here.
Is Michael Easton leaving GH?
Michael Easton thanked his coworkers and fans before departing General Hospital to pursue new opportunities.
After more than eight years on the show, Michael Easton departed General Hospital to pursue other endeavors and said goodbye to the audience. Filming his last scenes, the 57-year-old actor revealed in an Instagram video posted on June 26.
In a video, Easton declared, “I have always been partial to the Irish goodbye.” That is when you depart from the celebration without genuinely informing anyone.
However, I felt that you all deserved better. I therefore wanted to inform you that I shot my last scenes at General Hospital.” For Easton, who has been a crucial component of the show for many years, this signifies the end of an era.
Before joining General Hospital in 2012, Easton starred in One Life to Live. Dr. Hamilton Finn has been Dr. Hamilton Finn since 2016. He ended his message by expressing his feeling of being the luckiest man alive.
Gratitude and Reflection
Easton thanked his fans and coworkers on Instagram for their unwavering support during his time at General Hospital. He expressed gratitude and acknowledged the love and kindness of the General Hospital community.
According to the report, Easton used a quote from baseball legend Lou Gehrig to discuss his experience on set and how lucky he feels to have been a part of the show.
Farewell Messages from Co-Stars
His co-stars on General Hospital have sent heartfelt messages in response to Easton’s departure. Maura West, who portrays Ava Jerome, praised Easton for his exceptional talents and described him as a person of humor, decency, kindness, and charm.
On the same token, Dr. Ryan Chamberlain acknowledged Easton’s artistic talent and expressed pride in their friendship.
The actress who played Alexis Davis, Nancy Lee Grahn, emphasized how much Easton will be missed while showcasing his grace and class. Actress Finola Hughes, who plays Anna Devane, spoke warmly of her special storyline with Easton and showed appreciation for his acting prowess.
