General Hospital fans are in for a change, as a new actor is set to step into the role of Jack Brennan. Following Charles Mesure’s exit from the popular soap, many fans are curious to know who will play the role of Brennan and how will it affect his storyline.
Here is more about why is Charles Mesure leaving General Hospital and who will replace him.
Which actor is replacing Charles Mesure as Jack Brennan on General Hospital?
In a notable casting change, General Hospital has brought in actor Chris McKenna to take over the role of Jack Brennan, replacing Charles Mesure. Mesure, who joined the soap in December 2023, made his final appearance on January 30. McKenna is set to step into the role starting February 4, ensuring Brennan’s storyline moves forward without pause.
A General Hospital representative confirmed the switch, stating that the show looks forward to continuing Brennan’s storyline with McKenna. McKenna brings extensive experience to the role. He first gained recognition as Joey Buchanan on One Life to Live at just 12 years old and later appeared in numerous prime-time shows, including NCIS, Chicago Fire, and Criminal Minds.
Why did Charles Mesure leave General Hospital?
The exact reason for Charles Mesure’s departure from General Hospital remains unknown. However, the actor chose to step away from the role of Jack Brennan on his own terms. A spokesperson for the show confirmed the exit in a statement to Soap Opera Digest. They said, “Charles Mesure opted to exit the role of Brennan. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
Earlier, Mesure had spoken about his initial concerns about stepping into the fast-paced world of daytime television. Despite those doubts, he later expressed how much he enjoyed working on the show, praising the cast and crew for their talent and professionalism.
