Sometimes, casting news doesn't just excite—it moves you. That was exactly the case for General Hospital star Chris McKenna, who recently admitted he "cried a little" upon hearing that his dear friend and former One Life to Live co-star, Erika Slezak, is officially headed to Port Charles this fall.
And listen—if you were part of the OLTL faithful, or just appreciate soap royalty when you see it, you probably shed a few tears, too.
From Llanview to Port Charles: A Full-Circle Moment
Erika Slezak is, simply put, soap opera royalty. Best known for her powerhouse role as Viki Lord on One Life to Live, she's racked up six Daytime Emmys, legions of devoted fans, and a legacy that most actors only dream of.
Chris McKenna, now a standout on General Hospital, played Joey Buchanan, Viki's son, during the OLTL era. The two developed a real-life friendship that's stood the test of time—and, apparently, several network schedule changes.
In a recent interview with Parade, McKenna shared just how much Erika's surprise casting meant to him.
"I was in Frank's office. He told me last week before the news dropped, and I couldn't believe it. I did cry a little, and I might again."
Same, Chris. Same.
No Spoilers from Erika, Just Sentimental Whiplash
Even with their close friendship, Erika kept her return to soaps completely under wraps. According to McKenna, they had a recent chat and she never once hinted that she was in talks with GH.
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