Emme Rylan ‘s run as Lulu on General Hospital is officially coming to an end. “Yes it is true. GH has decided to recast Lulu,” Rylan, 43, wrote via her Instagram Story on Tuesday, August 6.
“Although I am very disappointed with their choice, I am glad to finally have closure. (And thank goodness GH brought all of you fabulous people into my life! Love you guys!).” Rylan shared another video where she tried to distract herself from the news by making necklaces with her daughter.
“I love you all so much, and I love all your messages,” Rylan, who shares three kids with partner Don Money , added. The actress spent seven years playing Lulu, who is currently in a coma following an explosion at the Floating Rib in a 2020 episode of the show. Fans wondered whether the character would be regaining consciousness and returning to Port Charles after a casting notice made the rounds.
The call was for a character named Lauren who is described as beautiful, dynamic and fiery. According to TV Insider , the casting breakdown highlighted how Lauren has “overcome challenging circumstances” and is now “stronger and more determined than ever.” Blonde and white actresses between the ages of 34 to 40 years old were urged to apply.
Before Rylan took over the role, Julie Marie Berman brought Lulu to life from 2005 to 2013. Rylan, meanwhile, played Lizzie Spaulding on Guiding Light from 2006 to 2009 and Abby Newman on The Young and the Restless from 2010 to 2013. Rylan previously.