General Hospital spoilers and updates reveals Michael Easton’s recent departure from the ABC soap after a long run has fans buzzing about a potential return to his soap opera roots. Could Easton be headed back to “Days of Our Lives,” the show that launched his daytime television career?
Early Days in Salem
Easton’s first foray into daytime dramas came in 1991 on Days of Our Lives. He portrayed Tanner Scofield, leaving a lasting impression on viewers despite his two-year stint. After DOOL, Easton took a break from soaps before resurfacing in various roles throughout the early 2000s.
A History of Soaps
Easton’s soap opera journey includes Port Charles and One Life to Live, where he played popular characters like a vampire and a detective, respectively. When One Life to Live ended, he landed on General Hospital as a character from the canceled show. However, legal issues forced him to adopt a new character, Dr. Hamilton Finn.
Finn’s Farewell and Fan Theories
Easton’s recent exit from General Hospital”has left viewers wanting more. Speculation is rife that he might revisit his original DOOL character, Tanner Scofield. The show’s recent return of a veteran actor playing a decades-old role fuels these rumors.
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Who is Tanner Scofield?
For those unfamiliar with DOOL history, Tanner was the brother of another Salem resident and connected to the prominent Horton family. However, with the show’s current landscape, Tanner lacks immediate ties to the ongoing storylines.
A New Chapter in Salem?
An interesting twist proposed by fans involves rewriting Tanner’s history, potentially giving him a connection to the current cast. Whether Easton returns as Tanner or embraces a fresh character altogether remains to be seen.
The Fans Decide
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