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Rick Springfield makes 'General Hospital' return
Published Friday, Dec 2 2005, 20:27 GMT | By Miriam Zendle
Neurosurgeon Dr Noah Drake is about to return to long-running soap opera General Hospital after spending two decades away.
80s pop star Rick Springfield will return after a 22-year absence to portray Dr Drake in a returning role.
SPOILER ALERT: Scroll down to continue reading storyline details.
His character is urgently needed to operate on a patient with severe brain damage, but turns out to be an alcoholic and not quite as "dreamy" as he used to be.
Springfield's storyline was only meant to run for a few days, but amidst a growing buzz on messageboards and fan websites, his stay has been extended.
80s pop star Rick Springfield will return after a 22-year absence to portray Dr Drake in a returning role.
SPOILER ALERT: Scroll down to continue reading storyline details.
His character is urgently needed to operate on a patient with severe brain damage, but turns out to be an alcoholic and not quite as "dreamy" as he used to be.
Springfield's storyline was only meant to run for a few days, but amidst a growing buzz on messageboards and fan websites, his stay has been extended.
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