The character of Brando, played by Johnny Wactor on General Hospital, is no longer part of the show. He last appeared on September 20, 2022’s episode.
"General Hospital," a popular daytime soap opera that started in 1963, holds a remarkable record of airing 15,000 episodes, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. The story revolves around characters on the seventh floor of General Hospital in Port Charles, dealing with daily life events. While the show's ratings have fluctuated over the years, it has amassed a considerable fan base in the United States.
Johnny Wactor took on the role of Brando Corbin in 2020 for a recurring part. He quickly won the hearts of fans with his charming portrayal, especially when he made a memorable entrance by saving Carly Corinthos's life. Fans were shocked when the character met his demise in the September episode, marking Johnny's departure from the show and the end of Brando Corbin's character.
How did the character of Brando Corbin end on General Hospital?
The 60th season of General Hospital started on September 12, 2022, bringing the usual mix of challenges and secrets for the characters. However, a surprising twist occurred in an episode on September 20, 2022, when Brando became the Hook Killer's first victim. Fans were shocked by the unexpected turn of events.
Acting out of character, Brando left his wife Sasha and started following Josslyn Jacks, played by Eden McCoy. This decision put him in the wrong place at the wrong time, making him a target for the Hook Killer. Despite surviving the initial attack, Brando's fate took a tragic turn.
After successful surgeries, he seemed on the road to recovery. Strangely, he kissed his wife before experiencing a sudden seizure and passing away, leaving his grieving wife and mother behind.
What did Johnny Wactor say about his departure from General Hospital?
In May 2022, Johnny Wactor took a short break from his role in The General Hospital and was temporarily replaced by Brad Schmidt due to scheduling conflicts with a movie he was working on. However, after a month, he returned to his original role. It turns out the actor is exploring opportunities beyond General Hospital and has a couple of projects lined up, including two short films, a made-for-TV movie, and a film.
He made it clear that his decision to take on other projects doesn't stem from any conflicts with the show's team. When asked about his feelings regarding his departure from General Hospital, the actor mentioned feeling a bit emotional but expressed good wishes for General Hospital.
He clarified that leaving the show wasn't his decision despite fan speculations. He mentioned feeling overwhelmed with the shooting schedule and was informed that his character would be written out.
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A. Yes, Brando's character died in General Hospital.
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