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General Hospital Spoilers Report: Spencer Cassadine’s Future & Nicholas Chavez’s Movie Cut

Hello everyone, and welcome back! We’ve got some big updates today for General Hospital fans, especially those who have been waiting for Spencer Cassadine’s return to Port Charles. Unfortunately, it looks like viewers may be waiting quite a while longer—unless the show makes the bold move to recast the role.

Why Has Spencer Been Missing?

Spencer Cassadine, portrayed by Nicholas Chavez, has been noticeably absent from GH. The reason? Chavez has been pursuing opportunities outside of daytime television, which has kept him away from Port Charles.

One of the biggest projects on his plate was the upcoming I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot, which is set to hit theaters on July 18. Fans were buzzing with excitement at the thought of seeing Chavez in a major horror film franchise. However, recent developments have left many disappointed.

The Surprising Twist: Chavez’s Scenes Cut

Although Chavez filmed scenes for the reboot, his role—along with Lola Tung’s (from The Summer I Turned Pretty)—was ultimately cut from the final version of the movie. The two actors were originally part of the film’s opening sequence, but when the final edit came together, their scenes didn’t make the cut.

Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson explained the decision in an interview with People. She emphasized that the cut had nothing to do with the talent or performances of Chavez or Tung. Instead, it was purely an editing choice to better serve the overall flow and pacing of the film.

Robinson said: “In every movie, it’s best-laid plans, and then you edit the movie, and you put it together, and you go: ‘I love this in a vacuum. This is a fantastic scene. But it doesn’t fit in the movie.’”

She further stressed how much she enjoyed working with both actors, calling them “fantastic,” but admitted their scene just didn’t work in the larger story being told.

Fans React: Disappointment & What’s Next

The news is disappointing for many GH fans who were eagerly anticipating Chavez’s big-screen moment. With the film only days away from release, some wonder whether cutting his role might even impact turnout at the box office.

Meanwhile, his absence from Port Charles continues to spark speculation:

• Will GH bring Spencer Cassadine back with a new actor?

• Or will they keep the character off-screen indefinitely, waiting for Chavez’s schedule to clear?

Final Thoughts

For now, fans can still look forward to the July 18 release of I Know What You Did Last Summer, even without Chavez’s presence in the opening sequence. The bigger question remains—when will Spencer Cassadine finally make his way back to General Hospital?

Until then, keep tuning in daily to GH on ABC for all the latest drama, heartbreak, and surprises.