We can’t remember any other character than Willow, who has been surrounded by so much uncertainty on General Hospital in recent times. For months now the young mother has been bouncing from one devastating situation to another. She fought a long and tough battle with cancer whilst also being pregnant. During the phase, she had many close calls with life and death situations. Thus, perpetually putting us in the loop of wondering if she would survive it or not. Which also in retrospect posed a pressing question. Is Katelyn MacMullen leaving General Hospital?
The Beginning of The Tale
Katelyn MacMullen entered General Hospital as Willow Tait back in October 2018 as Aiden’s school teacher. Thus, her very first interactions were with Liz and Franco, as they discussed the little boy’s struggle with schoolwork. In subsequent episodes, Willow crossed paths with Harrison Chase and then with Michael Corinthos at a bereavement group meeting. Later on, it was revealed that Willow believed herself to be Wiley’s bio-mom. However, the truth was that Wiley is actually Nelle’s son. Willow had lost her baby at birth, and Brad had swapped the baby with Nelle’s.
Willow was also involved with Shiloh, the notorious leader of a cult on General Hospital. Her adoptive mother, Harmony, too was part of it and tried to urge Willow to return to the group. However, she wanted nothing to do with the cult life or Shiloh, once she had broken free of it. Instead, she had started a new relationship with PCPD cop, Harrison Chase. Eventually, Shiloh found out that he was supposedly Wiley’s father and tried to steal the baby. Thankfully, Chase rose up to her defense, and Shiloh’s track culminated with his death.
Later on, Willow and Chase’ relationship couldn’t stand the test of time and they parted ways. Chase then found love with Brook Lynn, while Willow found forever with Michael on General Hospital. After some twists and turns Willow and Michael tied the knot on the soap, while, Willow was standing at Death’s door on the soap. All because of her cancer diagnosis and the fact that she couldn’t find a donor until finally finding one at the eleventh hour.
Eventually, Willow did survive the cancer and gave birth to a healthy baby girl. Thus, also keeping Katelyn’s place in the soap secure. However, off-late, Willow’s screen time has really reduced to a bare minimum. Moreover, it seems as though her storyline has reached a dead lock. So we can’t help but wonder, if this could actually be the end of her on the soap. Like for real this time! After all, all Willow has been doing is resting and occasionally bonding with Nina.
General Hospital: Could Nina Cause Willow To Bolt From The Only Good Life She Has Known?
What if this reconciliation between Willow and Nina is actually what will open the door for Willow’s exit? Hear us out! It was after months of mulling that Willow finally agreed to give Nina a chance in her life. That too, at such a crucial juncture when a huge explosive secret is hanging over Nina’s head. She knows it far too well that if Willow learns that Nina leaked the intel to SEC, Willow would never forgive her. Carly still means so much more to Willow, than Nina does. There is no way Willow will be okay with Nina destroying Carly’s life!
Thus, there is a very plausible possibility that when Willow learns the truth after weeks of bonding with Nina, she will be devastated. Knowing that she opened her heart to the one she once despised so much, only to be betrayed will definitely pinch. Moreover, after fighting such a hard battle, Willow may feel like she has no strength in her to face any more difficulties. Thus, she might decide to just move away from Port Charles for the sake of mental peace.
Speaking of her previous battle on General Hospital. Cancer is a terrifying condition. And one that may reoccur. Moreover, Willow delayed treatment so much, that there is a chance that some free radicals remained and might make her sick again. Alternatively, after the transplant, she still has a long route to recovery and many more complications. Thus, there is also a chance that Willow could develop another health crisis. Her immunity is on an all time low. Hence, even a small infection could turn into a life threatening crisis. However, this is just a speculative assumption and not set in stone. So there is very much a chance that down the road, the makers have some other bigger storyline in store. For the longest time, Michael and Willow’s romantic life hasn’t been on the screen. So that it something that could be explored further!
Willow’s Future On General Hospital
The proverbial cat is half way out of the bag already on General Hospital! Like we mentioned above, Nina and Willow’s sudden reconciliation could be the path that takes Willow to her exit from the soap. After months of being on a wild goose chase, Michael has finally learnt the truth! His contact at SEC told him that a lawyer named Martin leaked to them the intel about Drew and Carly’s insider trading. Unfortunately, by the time Michael found out the lead, Nina and Sonny had tied the knot! He returned to Port Charles, and cornered Martin! Now, Michael knows that Nina was the one who set the wheels in motion. But now he doesn’t know what to do with the intel. Nina and Sonny are already married, and he just reconciled with Sonny. He would certainly not want to rock that boat so fast. And then there is Willow!
Michael has chosen to keep the Nina and SEC truth bomb a secret from Willow as of now. She has only just started to recover and return to a normal life. And now Nina has become a part of that normal life. Could Michael really steal that from Willow? Because there is a fair chance that the truth bomb will blow up Willow’s life massively! She will lose faith in people if she feels deceived and betrayed by Nina yet again. Moreover, there is so much talk about Willow’s health. A relapse or a whole new sickness is very plausible possibility. Especially if she get’s heartbroken, hurt and depressed. Do you think all of the above combined could lead to Willow wanting out of Port Charles for a fresh start? Tell us in the comments. Meanwhile, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers for more General Hospital updates on Willow’s fate!