General Hospital spoilers leak the buzz in Port Chuck is electric with Kelly Thiebaud’s confirmed return to GH in the months ahead, stirring excitement about Dr. Britt Westbourne’s comeback, whether in the flesh, as a twin, in flashbacks, or as a new character.
Yet, fans are reeling from news that Josh Kelly, who plays Cody Bell, has been dropped to recurring status, as noted in the June 20, 2025, episode credits, signaling less screen time for him.
The timing stings, as Cody and Britt were thick as thieves, their playful friendship a fan favorite. With Britt’s return poised to shake things up, why is Cody fading out just when their dynamic could light up the canvas? Is there a chance for their bond to shine, or is Cody’s exit looming?
Britt’s Return Sparks Hype, But How?
Thiebaud’s comeback, teased as a “wild ride,” has fans speculating: will Britt rise from her 2023 death by Heather Webber’s (Alley Mills) poison-laced hook, perhaps via Liesl Obrecht’s (Kathleen Gati) skills as a medical savant?
Or could she appear as a twin, in flashbacks tied to Rocco Falconeri’s (Finn Francis Carr) birth saga, or as a fresh face? Her recent mentions, like Cody’s chat with Molly Lansing Davis (Kristen Vaganos) about knocking Britt into the Metro Court pool, hint at her revival.
But with Cody’s reduced role, will their bestie banter — once a highlight — be sidelined, or could Britt’s arc pull him back? Will fans see their chemistry reignite, or is it a missed opportunity?
Cody’s Fade-Out Raises Questions
Cody’s shift to recurring status, hot on the heels of his deal to seduce Ava Jerome (Maura West) for Kristina Corinthos Davis (Kate Mansi), feels like a punch to the gut. His ties to Mac Scorpio (John J. York) and budding romance with Molly are heating up, yet his screen time is shrinking.
Is Cody being phased out due to Britt’s return, perhaps to avoid overlapping storylines, or could he leave town — alone or with Molly — after a fallout with Ava’s schemes? GH fans are asking. “Why bench Cody when Britt’s back?” Could his recurring role mean a dramatic exit, or a brief step back?
A Missed Bestie Reunion?
Britt and Cody’s friendship — rooted in their mischievous antics — could have been a cornerstone for her return, especially with Jason Morgan’s (Steve Burton) presence.
If Britt’s arc ties to the Corinthos drama — Michael’s (Rory Gibson) custody win or Sonny’s (Maurice Benard) battles — why sideline Cody?
A twist, like Cody uncovering Britt’s return, could keep him relevant, but his reduced role suggests otherwise.
Will Britt’s comeback overshadow Cody’s fade-out, or can their bestie bond defy his recurring status and spark new drama?
