Michael Corinthos is a character on the soap opera General Hospital, debuting in 1997. The role has been played by various actors, including Dylan Cash, Drew Garrett, and most notably, Chad Duell. The character experienced rapid aging on-screen. After Chad Duell departed the show, Michael was written to leave Port Charles to receive medical treatment in Germany for severe burns. Rory Gibson is set to take over the role when Michael returns.
1991: Birth Year Revised to 1991
In 1991, Michael's birth year was revised when Drew Garrett debuted in the role.
1995: Birth Year Revised
In 1995, Michael's birth year was revised when Dylan Cash debuted in the role.
December 29, 1997: Michael Corinthos Born On-Screen
On December 29, 1997, Michael Corinthos was born on-screen, with the role originated by child actors Blake and Dylan Hopkins.
1997: Michael Corinthos Introduced
In 1997, the character Michael Corinthos was introduced on General Hospital.
February 1998: Michael's Christening
In February 1998, Michael is christened with Emily Quartermaine and Mike Corbin as his godparents.
2001: Tiarnan Cunningham Replaces Twins
In 2001, Tiarnan Cunningham replaced Blake and Dylan Hopkins as Michael Corinthos.
2001: Sonny Adopts Michael
In 2001, during Sonny and Carly's first divorce, Sonny legally adopts Michael.
March 28, 2002: Dylan Cash's First Appearance
On March 28, 2002, Dylan Cash debuted as Michael Corinthos, aging the character and revising his birth year to 1995.
2002: Dylan Cash Takes Over Role
In 2002, Dylan Cash began portraying Michael Corinthos, marking a rapid aging of the character.
2002: Kristina Davis Born
In 2002, Michael gets a half-sister, Kristina Davis.
2003: Young Artist Award
In 2003, Dylan Cash won the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in TV Series for his portrayal of Michael.
2003: Morgan Corinthos Born
In 2003, Michael gets a brother, Morgan Corinthos.
February 2005: Michael Kidnapped
In February 2005, A.J. and Faith Rosco kidnap Michael, Morgan, and Kristina. A.J. fakes Michael's death and attempts to turn him against his parents, but Jason and Sam save him.
April 2005: Dylan Cash Signs Contract
In April 2005, Dylan Cash signed a contract to continue playing Michael Corinthos.
November 2007: Robert Guza Temporarily Vacates Post
Starting in November 2007, headwriter Robert Guza temporarily vacated his post due to the 2007-2008 Writers Guild of America strike.
February 2008: Robert Guza Temporarily Replaced
Until February 2008, Garin Wolf temporarily replaced Robert Guza as headwriter, during which time the first gun violence storyline involving Michael unfolded.
March 2008: Rumors of Cash's Contract Expiration
In March 2008, rumors began circulating that Dylan Cash's contract was about to expire and would not be renewed.
April 4, 2008: Michael Ends Up in a Coma
On April 4, 2008, Michael Corinthos's storyline culminated with the character ending up in a coma.
April 2008: Michael in Coma
In April 2008, Michael is rendered comatose after being shot in the head when a sniper tries to kill Sonny.
May 16, 2008: Dylan Cash's Last Appearance
On May 16, 2008, Dylan Cash made his last appearance as a contract cast member as Michael Corinthos, briefly reprising the role on December 29, 2008.
December 29, 2008: Dylan Cash Briefly Reprises Role
On December 29, 2008, Dylan Cash briefly reprised the role of Michael for one episode.
March 2009: Drew Garrett Cast as Michael Corinthos
In March 2009, Drew Garrett was confirmed to be cast as the new Michael Corinthos on General Hospital, marking another aging of the character.
April 24, 2009: Drew Garrett's Debut
On April 24, 2009, Drew Garrett made his debut as Michael Corinthos on General Hospital.
May 18, 2009: Michael Wakes Up
On May 18, 2009, Michael Corinthos wakes up from his coma with Lulu Spencer at his bedside, facing significant health complications.
June 29, 2009: Connor Jackson Guest Appearance
On June 29, 2009, Arizona Diamondbacks Outfielder Connor Jackson made a guest appearance as Michael's physical therapist on General Hospital.
September 2009: Brown's Departure Announced
In September 2009, Sarah Brown's departure from General Hospital was announced, with her onscreen exit slated for October, following her expressing disapproval of Claudia's storyline direction.
October 1, 2009: Michael Confronts Claudia
On October 1, 2009, Michael confronted Claudia about his memory of her confession, but she was able to talk her way out of it, leading Michael to defend her.
October 30, 2009: Spoiler Article Confirms Claudia's Death
On October 30, 2009, a spoiler article confirmed that Claudia Zacchara was indeed going to die.
November 4, 2009: Michael Kills Claudia
On the November 4, 2009 episode, Michael killed Claudia to save Carly and Josslyn, bludgeoning her to death with an axe handle in a cabin.
2009: Duell Initially Auditioned
In 2009, Chad Duell auditioned around the same time as Drew Garrett for the role of Michael Corinthos.
2009: Drew Garrett Cast as Michael
In 2009, Drew Garrett stepped into the role of Michael Corinthos, aging the character again.
2009: Michael and Kristina Run Away
In 2009, during his recovery, Michael and Kristina ran away to Mexico, leading to Claudia enlisting Jerry Jacks to track them down. Michael also shared his first kiss with Marita.
March 22, 2010: Garrett Let Go; Role to be Recast
On March 22, 2010, reports surfaced that Drew Garrett was let go from General Hospital, and the role of Michael Corinthos was to be recast.
April 19, 2010: Drew Garrett's Final Appearance
On April 19, 2010, Drew Garrett made his final appearance as Michael Corinthos.
April 20, 2010: Chad Duell's First Appearance
On April 20, 2010, Chad Duell made his first appearance as Michael Corinthos on General Hospital.
July 2010: Love Interest Search for Michael
In July 2010, it was announced that the show was developing a love interest for Michael, with actresses auditioning for the role. Due to his past trauma, intimacy would be a struggle for Michael.
October 2010: Michael's Intimacy Issues
In October 2010, Michael attempts to have sex for the first time with Candy, but gets cold feet and becomes aggressive. Candy advises Michael to get to know Ali instead, while Michael finds himself drawn to Candy.
2010: Chad Duell Ranks Among Top Soap Newcomers
In 2010, Chad Duell ranked at #5 on Daytime Confidential's list of the "Top 10 Soap Newcomers of 2010" and was listed on TV Guide's list of "2010's Hottest Newcomers."
2010: Drew Garrett's departure and Chad Duell's arrival as Michael Corinthos
In 2010, the news of Drew Garrett's departure as Michael Corinthos became a major headline. Despite initial disappointment from some viewers, Chad Duell took over the role. Laura Wright noted that Duell's portrayal was different but still good. Soap Opera Digest described Morgan being recast so soon after Michael as "March Madness."
January 2011: Michael Confesses His Rape
In January 2011, Michael comes clean about his experience in prison, confirming viewers' suspicions that he was raped. This revelation comes after Michael witnesses an attempted rape on Abby, triggering his memories.
January 31, 2011: Michael's Confession Confirmed
On January 31, 2011, Michael confirms that he was raped while in prison.
February 2011: Chad Duell awarded Power Performance of the Week
In February 2011, Michael Fairman awarded Chad Duell and his costars with the Power Performance of the Week for Michael's confession scenes. Fairman called Duell's performance "riveting."
March 8, 2011: Chad Duell listed as Performer of the Week for Michael's confession scenes
On March 8, 2011, Chad Duell was listed as the Performer of the Week in Soaps Opera Digest for the scenes in which Michael confesses to being raped. Soap Opera Digest stated that Duell "finally and firmly made this role his own" with his "heartfelt, poignant, portrayal."
March 28, 2011: Michael and Abby Make Love
On March 28, 2011, after facing his past and opening up to Abby, Michael and Abby make love for the first time.
December 13, 2011: Abby's Death
On December 13, 2011, Abby is killed in a construction accident, leaving Michael devastated.
2011: Duell Wins Soap Opera Spirit Award
In 2011, Chad Duell won TV Guide's Soap Opera Spirit award for Outstanding Male Actor in a New Role or Recast.
January 2012: Casting Call for Erik Sparks Replacement Rumors
In January 2012, a casting call for Erik led to speculation that Chad Duell would be replaced as Michael.
January 17, 2012: Duell as Performer of the Week
On January 17, 2012, Chad Duell was listed as the Performer of the Week in Soap Opera Digest for his portrayal of Michael grieving for Abby.
2012: Michael and Starr's Relationship
In 2012, Michael and Starr bond over their shared grief and begin dating by the summer. Their relationship is threatened by Kristina's return and Trey Mitchell's arrival, but they grow closer as Starr supports Michael.
April 2015: Duell Wins Daytime Emmy Award
In April 2015, Chad Duell won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
June 2022: Robert Adamson Temporarily Replaces Duell
In June 2022, Robert Adamson temporarily replaced Chad Duell as Michael Corinthos due to undisclosed reasons, appearing intermittently until July 2022.
July 2022: Robert Adamson's Intermediate Appearance
In July 2022, Robert Adamson continued his intermediate appearances as Michael Corinthos, filling in for Chad Duell.
2022: Robert Adamson Fills In
In 2022, Robert Adamson temporarily replaced Chad Duell in the role of Michael Corinthos.
2023: Michael Ranked Among Greatest General Hospital Characters
In 2023, Charlie Mason from Soaps She Knows placed Michael at #36 on his ranked list of General Hospital’s 40+ Greatest Characters of All Time.
October 28, 2024: Adamson Pinch-Hits for Duell Again
On October 28, 2024, it was announced that Robert Adamson would once again temporarily fill in for Chad Duell as Michael Corinthos for one episode, due to a scheduling conflict.
November 2024: Chad Duell Announces Exit
In November 2024, Chad Duell announced his departure from the role of Michael Corinthos on General Hospital after many years on the show.
November 23, 2024: Chad Duell Announces Exit
On November 23, 2024, Chad Duell announced his departure from the role of Michael Corinthos via his Instagram account. Frank Valentini issued a statement acknowledging Duell's exit.
January 2025: Michael departs for treatment
In January 2025, Michael Corinthos left the show to seek experimental treatment for third-degree burns in Germany.
January 21, 2025: Duell's Final Appearance
On January 21, 2025, Chad Duell made his final appearance as Michael Corinthos.
May 2025: Rory Gibson to Assume Role
In May 2025, Rory Gibson is set to take over the role of Michael Corinthos, returning to Port Charles.
May 2025: Rory Gibson Cast as Michael Corinthos
In May 2025, Soaps.com announced that Rory Gibson had been cast as Michael Corinthos, and he is expected to debut on May 23.
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