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General Hospital Star Chris McKenna Opens Up About Bipolar Disorder

12/19/2025

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Chris McKenna, the 48-year-old star of General Hospital, publicly revealed his bipolar disorder on Maurice Benard's State of Mind podcast.
He said his mental health deteriorated during the COVID-19 lockdown, leading to hospitalization and a long-needed diagnosis.
McKenna described severe mood swings and a manic episode that required treatment.
The full podcast episode airs on December 21, 2025.

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Chris McKenna, the 48-year-old star of General Hospital, publicly revealed his bipolar disorder on Maurice Benard's State of Mind podcast.
He said his mental health deteriorated during the COVID-19 lockdown, leading to hospitalization and a long-needed diagnosis.
McKenna described severe mood swings and a manic episode that required treatment.
The full podcast episode airs on December 21, 2025.