In the episode of General Hospital aired on September 23, 2024, the viewers saw Elizabeth saying that Steven is released from prison but is moving to Arizona. Even though the character is not going to return to Port Charles as of now, the show has set the stage for a possible return in the near future.
Steven Webber, on the ABC soap opera, was played by Scott Reeves from 2009 to 2013 until the character made an exit from Port Charles following his arrest.
The character first appeared on the show on July 11, 1977, with Robert Beitzel portraying the role for a short duration. The role was then taken over by Martin Hewitt from 1979 to 1981 and Shaun Benson from 2004 to 2005.
General Hospital: Who is Steven Webber?
Steven Lars Webber on General Hospital is the son of Jeff Webber and Heather Webber, which makes him Elizabeth's half-brother. His storyline is majorly affected by his mother's troubled past, including the series of sad events that turned Heather into the dangerous person she is now.
Although Steven has had his own problems, especially in Memphis, he avoided returning to Port Charles due to his complicated relationship with Heather. Despite this, fans are left wondering if he might one day reappear in town, especially with ongoing drama surrounding other characters.
Steven Webber's release from prison came as a surprise to General Hospital viewers! In the episode on September 23, Elizabeth tells Terry that her half-brother is out of prison and going to Arizona. After almost 12 years in jail, fans thought Steven might never be free, but even though he's now out, the show hinted that he won't be coming back to Port Charles anytime soon.
General Hospital: A recap of Steven's story arc
Steven Lars Webber, the son of Jeff Webber and Heather Webber, has one of the most complex and emotional storylines\ in General Hospital. Born in 1977, his life started in turmoil, as his mother Heather secretly gave him away to Peter and Diana Taylor.
For many years, Steven, who was renamed Peter Taylor Jr., didn't know who his real parents were. His early life was filled with Heather's tricks and control, causing a difficult relationship with both his parents. The discovery of his true identity and his complicated family background became the foundation of his troubled life in Port Charles.
In 2004, Steven returned to General Hospital as a doctor, starting a new life. He became an important member of the medical staff, and soon made good friends with other doctors like Robin Scorpio and Patrick Drake. But his personal life still remained complicated.
His romantic relationship with Lisa Niles didn’t last long and his complicated relationship with his mother, Heather, kept causing trouble. Even though he tried to stay away from her, Heather's constant interference and criminal actions put Steven in several dangerous situations, and ultimately arrested for past crimes.
One of the most dramatic moments in Steven’s arc came in 2013, when Heather, escaped from Ferncliff and tried to kill Olivia Falconeri. Steven stepped in and got stabbed while saving Olivia's life. Although he survived, he was later sent to prison for a crime he committed in Memphis. This shocking twist ended his engagement to Olivia and his time on the show.
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