General Hospital spoilers and updates indicate that many fans were disappointed when Jack Brennan (Chris L. McKenna) departed the show following his character’s tragic demise.
Although Brennan’s remains have yet to be discovered in the nature preserve, McKenna is pursuing new ventures and appears enthusiastic about exploring fresh opportunities.
Key Takeaways
- Chris McKenna discusses new projects.
- Another soap requested an audition reel.
- A Y&R return remains possible.
- B&B could offer a new role.
- DOOL or BTG might be contenders.
McKenna Discusses Several Upcoming Projects, Some In Development
During a conversation with The Soap Scene, McKenna discussed several upcoming projects, including scripts currently in development.
However, McKenna hasn’t completely dismissed the possibility of returning to daytime drama.
In fact, McKenna revealed that another soap opera has expressed interest by requesting an audition reel.
While McKenna chose not to reveal which soap extended that invitation, it certainly opens the door to some intriguing speculation.
As Soap Opera Spy previously reported, McKenna opened up about his emotional departure from General Hospital and the projects he hoped to pursue afterward.
Beyond his portrayal of Jack Brennan on GH, Chris L. McKenna has appeared on One Life to Live, The Young and the Restless, and The Bold and the Beautiful.
Given that McKenna’s appearance as Dr. Hayden on B&B was limited to just one episode in 2016, it’s possible the CBS soap could consider him for an entirely different character.
McKenna Was Killed Off On The Young And The Restless, But His Character’s Brother Was Mentioned
Similarly, McKenna portrayed Detective Mark Harding on Y&R from 2014 to 2015, so the CBS soap could potentially be interested in bringing him back.
It’s noteworthy that McKenna has expressed interest in returning to Genoa City.
Even if the audition reel was intended for another soap, McKenna could still return to Y&R sometime in the future.
Although Detective Harding was written out of the show, there were references to him having a brother.
McKenna could convincingly portray that sibling or take on an entirely different role.
Either possibility could provide an interesting storyline for longtime viewers who remember his original character.
Could McKenna Join A Soap He’s Never Appeared On?
However, it’s also worth considering whether McKenna might join a soap opera he hasn’t appeared on before.
Could Days of Our Lives have requested the audition reel? Or perhaps Beyond the Gates is interested in bringing him aboard?
Both soaps have connections to General Hospital.
There has been plenty of crossover between DOOL and GH actors over the years, while Beyond the Gates now features Jon Lindstrom, who portrayed Kevin Collins and Ryan Chamberlain on GH.
McKenna would be a fantastic addition to any daytime drama looking to cast him in an upcoming role.
Of course, there’s no confirmation about which soap requested the reel or whether an offer will follow.
What’s Next For Jack Brennan’s General Hospital Storyline?
Meanwhile, Jack Brennan’s disappearance continues to cast a shadow over Port Charles.
As Soap Opera Spy previously explored, Charlotte Cassadine and Danny Morgan discovered Brennan’s body before it mysteriously vanished.
The discovery of Brennan’s remains could eventually create even more turmoil throughout Port Charles.
Although McKenna has departed the show, Brennan’s unfinished storyline still has plenty of potential for drama.
We’ll share additional details if McKenna secures a role on another soap.
Annemarie’s Take
I think General Hospital made a mistake letting Chris McKenna go!
Jack Brennan was a fascinating character, and there was still so much the writers could have done with him.
I’d love to see McKenna return to The Young and the Restless, especially if they brought him back as Mark Harding’s brother.
But I wouldn’t rule out Days of Our Lives or Beyond the Gates either. One soap’s loss could definitely be another soap’s gain!
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