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July 1998
Double Your Port Charles Pleasure
The double wedding of General Hospital's Mac Scorpio (John J. York) to Felicia Jones (Kristina Wagner) and Port Charles' Kevin Collins (Jon Lindstrom) to Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring) is slated to take place on both shows late this month. The wedding is due to begin on General Hospital Friday, July 24.
April 1999
Hammon Passes on Contract
Sources close to ABC are reporting that Jennifer Hammon (Karen Wexler-Cates) has opted not to renew her contract with Port Charles. The show is moving quickly to recast the role.
May 1999
Genzel Set to Play Karen?
Carrie Genzel, known as naughty Skye Chandler on All My Children, is being considered for the role of Karen Wexler-Cates. Up until recently the role was played by Jennifer Hammon, who decided not to renew her contract.
July 1999
Longley Said to Be Leaving
Mitch Longley, who plays Matt Harmon might be leaving Port Charles. It hasn't been confirmed by ABC, but rumors are hinting it is an offical word.
August 1999
Recasner, Ellen Being Written Out
It's official: Marie-Alise Recasner, who portrays Ellen Burgess, has been let go.