In a move sure to rattle Port Charles’ power players, Chris McKenna is back, reprising his role as Jack Brennan, the WSB’s formidable

Port Charles division chief. Brennan’s return is set to inject a heavy dose of intrigue into the canvas when he appears on Wednesday, April 30.

Brennan, a man who operates in the shadows, is known for keeping the city’s most dangerous secrets under lock and key. This time, he’s hatching a new theory that could have far-reaching consequences — but who will be caught in his crosshairs? With tensions already high among key players like Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) and Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard), Brennan’s latest moves could set off a chain reaction of betrayal, espionage, and high-stakes drama. Fans can expect McKenna to bring his trademark intensity back to the screen as Brennan continues to play a dangerous game with Port Charles’ most powerful citizens.

Parry Shen Pops In As Brad Cooper

Fan-favorite Parry Shen is making another much-anticipated appearance as the lovable-yet-scheming Brad Cooper. This week, Brad is set to cross paths with Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr), likely leading to a collision of two very different worlds.

Brad, forever in the orbit of high drama — from black-market baby swaps to mob entanglements — always brings a mix of mischief and unexpected heart. Portia, meanwhile, has enough on her plate between her family’s crumbling foundations and ongoing tensions with Curtis (Donnell Turner). Could Brad’s involvement with Portia hint at a new lab-related mystery? Or might he unintentionally expose something that Portia desperately wants to keep buried? Either way, Brad’s knack for stirring trouble promises that this meeting won’t be simple.

Adrian Anchondo Returns as Marco

Also returning to the canvas is Adrian Anchondo as Marco, the sweet-natured son of Jenz (Carlo Rota) and Natalia (Eva LaRue). Marco shares touching scenes with Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) on Tuesday, April 29, adding a welcome layer of emotional depth amid all the chaos.

Lucas, who has long struggled with love, loss, and family ties, will no doubt find a kindred spirit in Marco. Their connection could be the beginning of a heartfelt new storyline — one that could either heal old wounds or reopen some painful ones. Longtime GH viewers know that whenever Lucas’s heart is involved, nothing is ever easy. Could Marco bring a sense of peace to Lucas’s life — or will his arrival stir up unexpected tensions?

Jen Ray Takes on a New Role at Miller and Davis

In an exciting twist, Jen Ray has returned to General Hospital — but this time in a new role! Fans will remember Ray as Chelsea Lam, Ava Jerome’s eccentric psychic advisor from 2019 and 2022. Now, she’s back on-screen as Suzanne, the no-nonsense assistant to powerhouse attorneys Alexis Davis (Nancy Lee Grahn) and Diane Miller (Carolyn Hennesy) at the Miller and Davis law firm.

Suzanne’s arrival couldn’t come at a more crucial time, as both Alexis and Diane find themselves enmeshed in increasingly dangerous legal battles. Ray’s ability to bring quirkiness, charm, and underlying strength to her roles makes Suzanne a welcome addition to the legal world of Port Charles. Fans can look forward to seeing if Suzanne remains simply a diligent assistant or if she has secrets of her own that could shake things up at the firm.

Paige Herschell Plays a Key Role in Nina and Portia’s Plot

Another new face making waves is Paige Herschell as Jacinda, a young woman caught up in Nina (Cynthia Watros) and Portia’s latest scheme. The two powerful women hired Jacinda — a prostitute — in a risky and morally questionable plot to bring down Drew Cain (Cameron Mathison).

This storyline promises to push boundaries as Nina and Portia’s desperation drives them to manipulate and exploit others to achieve their goals. How far are they willing to go? And what happens if Jacinda, who has her own agency and motives, decides to turn the tables on them? Herschell’s portrayal of Jacinda could easily evolve from a side player to a pivotal force that shakes up the already tense alliances in Port Charles.

Stephen A. Smith Bids Farewell (For Now) As Brick

Last but certainly not least, Stephen A. Smith has wrapped up his most recent stint as Brick, Sonny Corinthos’s fiercely loyal security expert. In emotional scenes, Brick said goodbye to Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) before departing Los Angeles, having successfully arranged a crucial heart surgery for Sonny.

Brick’s exit leaves a noticeable void in Sonny’s inner circle, just as danger looms around every corner. Fans have come to appreciate Brick’s steadfast loyalty and tactical brilliance, and his absence will surely be felt. However, as anyone familiar with General Hospital knows, characters like Brick rarely stay gone for long. Will Brick be called back if Sonny faces another deadly threat? Only time will tell — but for now, his departure marks the end of an era.

A Week of Big Changes Ahead

This latest round of comings and goings proves once again that General Hospital knows how to keep its audience on edge. With old faces returning, new alliances forming, and hidden agendas being exposed, Port Charles is a boiling pot ready to spill over.