‘General Hospital’ star Steve Burton exits show over COVID vaccine mandate

The former “The Young and the Restless” actor then alleged that he asked for medical and religious exemptions to the mandate.

And maybe one day, if these mandates are lifted, I can return and can finish my career as Jason Morgan,” Burton added, referring to the character he played on the show.

The 50-year-old was criticized by his castmates, including trans star Cassandra James, who hit back at him, tweeting, “I am aware of a transphobic post shared by a fellow ‘General Hospital” actor.

Misgendering trans folks is violence and if you come for one of us, you come for all of us,” she continued.

Shortly after his comments surfaced, Rademacher apologized, saying, “Cassandra, I apologize to you sincerely.

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