What Happened to Kevin Collins on General Hospital? The Long Absence Explained

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Now let’s talk about something that has been puzzling fans for over a year: What exactly happened to Kevin Collins on General Hospital? And why has Laura been navigating some of the hardest moments of her life without him?

Kevin Collins’ Mysterious Disappearance

Kevin Collins, played by Jon Lindström, has been a beloved and essential part of General Hospital since 1993. Known for his role as a dedicated psychiatrist, a loving husband, and the calmer half of the infamous Collins twins, Kevin has anchored countless storylines—romantic arcs, ethical dilemmas, and the unforgettable chaos caused by his dangerous twin, Ryan Chamberlain.

Yet, despite his legacy, Kevin hasn’t appeared on screen since summer 2024.

The Last We Saw of Him

Kevin’s last on-screen appearance showed him traveling with Laura to Africa in search of her son, Lucky Spencer (Jonathan Jackson), while Lulu (played by Emme Rylan / Alexis Havins) faced a severe health crisis.

After that storyline wrapped, Kevin simply never returned to Port Charles.

Why Laura Is Suddenly Facing Everything Alone

Over the past year, Laura has been drowning in crises:

• Her mayoral position is at risk.

• Her grandson Rocco (Finn Carr) was framed for a crime he didn’t commit.

• Family turmoil and political pressure are mounting.

And through it all, her husband has been completely MIA.

In dialogue, Laura keeps explaining Kevin’s absence as work-related—something about him being busy with psychiatric commitments. But fans know that this explanation doesn’t hold up on a deeper look.

The Real Reason Kevin Has Vanished

Kevin’s disappearance has nothing to do with the character—the reason is entirely logistical.

Actor Jon Lindström is currently starring on the CBS soap Beyond the Gates, where he plays casino owner and resident villain Joey Armstrong. The role has kept him working steadily, and because he is recurring on General Hospital, the show simply hasn’t scheduled him into any storylines.

Importantly:

• Neither GH nor Lindström has officially announced his departure.

• It is not a contract dispute.

• He is still considered recurring on General Hospital.

This means that, technically, Kevin could return at any time—if the writing team decides to bring him back.

We’ve seen actors juggle multiple soaps before:
Wally Kurth has famously played both Ned (GH) and Justin (DOOL) for decades. So a dual schedule is possible.

At the moment, however, Lindström appears far more active on Beyond the Gates than on GH, which explains the extended silence.

Why Kevin Needs to Return Soon

The show is preparing to address the real-life passing of actress Denise Alexander, who played Laura’s mother, Lesley Webber.

This is a storyline that requires Kevin’s presence. Laura grieving such a monumental loss without her husband beside her would only draw more attention to the gap.

How Fans Are Reacting to Kevin’s Absence

Fans on X (formerly Twitter) have been vocal about Kevin’s prolonged disappearance.

One viewer wrote:

“I get that Kevin’s alter Joey is busy causing hell on #BeyondTheGates, but it’s still odd that Laura’s husband has been MIA during this election and not standing by her side. #GH.”

Other fans chimed in quickly:

• “I’m surprised they don’t let him do a few shows a month.”

• “Kevin did years on Days while Jason on GH was also on Days. These soaps have overlapped before—why not now?”

• “At what point does Kevin make an appearance? Even a short scene would help.”

Some fans have taken a stronger stance:

“Jon chose to move to BTG because GH wasn’t using him. If he’s not coming back, Laura should be widowed—or recast Kevin. Port Charles needs a psychiatrist.”

This sentiment is slowly growing. While most fans adore Jon Lindström, many believe that Laura shouldn’t remain in limbo indefinitely.

Should GH Recast Kevin Collins?

This is the question fans are starting to ask.

Laura is one of GH’s central legacy characters. Keeping Kevin perpetually “off-screen” weakens her emotional storylines and leaves viewers frustrated. Some viewers believe:

• Recasting Kevin may be the cleanest solution
  or

• Giving Laura a new romantic partner would refresh her storyline

Others think the show should simply write Kevin back in properly, even if appearances are limited.

What GH Needs to Do Next

The absence of Kevin has become too noticeable to ignore. With major family and emotional arcs ramping up for Laura, GH needs to make a decision:

• Bring Kevin home

• Recast him

• Or formally write him out

But the current in-between state—where Laura is alone but still “married”—is becoming increasingly unsatisfying for viewers.

Final Thoughts

Kevin Collins has been too important a character, and too significant a presence in Laura’s life, to simply disappear for over a year. Whether Jon Lindström returns or the show makes a long-term decision about the character, GH needs to address the Kevin situation sooner rather than later.

For now, fans can only hope that General Hospital resolves this growing plot hole and brings closure—or a comeback—for one of the show’s most beloved psychiatrists.