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Kin Shriner Turns a Bird Problem Into Classic Hollywood Comedy
Fans of General Hospital have been asking the same question lately: where is Scotty Baldwin? Rumors swirled after Kin Shriner hinted that the door might be closed on his long-running role as the sharp-tongued attorney. While viewers worried about what that could mean for his future in Port Charles, Shriner himself was busy doing what he does best — entertaining.
Instead of delivering dramatic updates about his status on the soap, the beloved actor took to social media with something far more unexpected: a hilarious tribute to birds… yes, birds.
A “Horror Movie” in the Parking Lot
On X (formerly Twitter), Shriner posted a short video captioned simply: “The birds. Hitchcock was right to make the movie.”
The clip, filmed with one of his favorite vintage-style filters that gives everything a worn, old-Hollywood look, showed the actor standing near his car — which had clearly been the victim of an ongoing avian assault.
Panning the camera dramatically, Shriner declared, “I’m like Rod Taylor. The Birds, it’s every day.”
The reference? The 1963 suspense classic The Birds, directed by legendary filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock.
Channeling Classic Hollywood
In the iconic thriller, actors Rod Taylor and Tippi Hedren portrayed characters terrorized by relentless flocks of birds. Shriner leaned fully into the comparison, growling in mock defiance, “I’ll beat them. Rod Taylor beat them. Where’s Tippi Hedren?”
Of course, fans of the film were quick to point out that Rod Taylor’s character didn’t exactly “beat” the birds — he ultimately fled his home to escape them. But accuracy wasn’t the point. Shriner transformed a simple complaint about his parking situation into a theatrical performance worthy of classic cinema.
Fans Join the Fun
As expected, Shriner’s followers didn’t disappoint in the comments section.
One fan jokingly wrote, “Death birds,” while another suggested, “Maybe get a car cover. Now I know why you go to the car wash every day. Because that bird poop can eat your paint job.”
Shriner replied with perfect comedic timing: “Yes, my car wash time has quadrupled.”
Other followers shared how deeply The Birds traumatized them decades ago. One admitted, “I’ve hated birds ever since I saw that movie.” Another warned dramatically, “Careful, the birds will peck your eyes out.”
And in true soap-opera fashion, someone chimed in to correct him: “Rod Taylor didn’t beat them. He had to flee his house. Don’t mess with birds.”
More Than Just a Joke
While the video was lighthearted, it served as a reminder of why Kin Shriner has remained such a fan favorite for decades. Even amid uncertainty about his future on General Hospital, he continues to engage directly with viewers, turning everyday frustrations into shared laughter.
For fans concerned about Scotty Baldwin’s absence, Shriner’s playful homage proves one thing: whether he’s in a Port Charles courtroom or battling birds in a parking lot, he knows exactly how to steal the scene.
And if the birds think they’ve won? They may want to remember one thing — never underestimate a soap legend with a camera and a classic Hollywood reference.
