US EditionGeneral Hospital's Steve Burton Reveals Why He's Taking Another Break From Show
- Steve Burton announced via Instagram on Tuesday, Feb. 10 that he is taking a short break from his role as Jason Morgan on General Hospital.
- Burton married Michelle Lundstrom in May 2025 and said he is newly married, looking forward to quality time with family, with Lundstrom's daughters part of the wedding party.
- Burton said he will return this summer and is grateful for the support, while Frank Valentini, General Hospital executive producer, told Soap Opera Digest viewers will see him longer as the absence is worked into the storyline.
- General Hospital airs weekdays at 3 p.m. ET and streams on Hulu the day after, while Burton's long runs from 1991–2012, 2017–2021, and 2024 deepen the break's impact for fans.
- Burton is stepfather to Lundstrom's two daughters, Lilah and Hannah, and said he is `incredibly grateful to have her by my side` and `never felt so loved and cared for in my entire life`.
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Why Steve Burton is taking a 'short break' from 'General Hospital'
The actor married Michelle Lundstrom in May 2025.Steve Burton on 'General Hospital' Bahareh Ritter/Disney via GettySteve Burton is putting his family first. The General Hospital star, 55, announced in an Instagram post on Tuesday that he will be taking some time away from the beloved sudser to spend time with his loved ones. “Hey everyone, I wanted to share that I’ll be taking a short break from General Hospital,” Burton wrote. “I’m newly marrie…
Steve Burton Takes Break From ‘General Hospital’ Nearly 5 Years After Firing
Steve Burton is gearing up to step away from his role as Jason Morgan on General Hospital — but not for too long. “Hey everyone, I wanted to share that I’ll be taking a short break from General Hospital,” Burton, 55, shared via Instagram on Tuesday, February 10. “I’m newly married and looking forward to spending some quality time with my family. I’m grateful for all the support and will be back this summer. Much love.” The actor shared a photo o…
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