Actor Ron Hale of General Hospital Dies at 78

Ron Hale, best known for his role as Mike Corbin on ABC’s 'General Hospital' from 1995 to 2010, passed away at the age of 78 on August 27 in St. George, South Carolina. A local obituary confirmed his death but did not provide further details. Hale's death comes amid discussions of a 'curse' affecting the show, following the tragic deaths of several cast members in recent years, including Johnny Wactor and Billy Miller. Tributes poured in from fellow actors, including Billy Warlock, who described Hale as an 'amazing talent and an even better friend.' Hale was also recognized for his work on 'Ryan’s Hope' and had a notable stage career, performing in various plays at Columbia’s Trustus Theatre. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, and the 'General Hospital' family expressed their condolences, celebrating Hale’s contributions to the series and the acting community.