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Burton appeared on The Talk today (which incidentally airs against GH) to offer details about his new role on the #1 daytime drama on television. He will be playing Dylan McAvoy, an ex-army veteran. The role comes just months after he left the role of Jason Morgan on GH, a role he has held for over twenty years. He said that left the show because he wanted to spend more time with his family in Nashville. Apparently, his deal with Y&R and CBS will allow him to commute, something that GH and ABC wouldn't let him do.
What also apparently sweetened the deal was Jill Farren Phelps, who used to be the executive producer of GH, and is now at Y&R. The two have been close since their GH days, and they are currently developing a telenovela with James Franco. When Sony, who apparently is helping with the development and also produces Y&R, offered him a deal on that soap, he agreed.
It should also be noted that, since Phelps was let go along with head writer Bob Guza, General Hospital has gone through several changes that may not have worked for Burton, like the removal of the mob element. What makes me suggest that is the fact that both GH and Y&R are filmed in Los Angeles, so it is kind of farfetched for Burton to insinuate that ABC wasn't willing to be flexible with his commute options, considering his level of popularity on the show. Also, Phelps has a history of bringing her favorite soap stars with her when she joins a show, with very middling results.
Either way, Steve definitely looked refreshed and it was nice to see him in something besides a black t-shirt. I will certainly be watching to see what his character will be up to Genoa City. He is supposed to start airing by the end of January.
Watch Burton's appearance on The Talk below:
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