General Hospital fans were recently surprised by a reference to Brenda Barrett (last portrayed by Vanessa Marcil) during a

conversation between Ned Quartermaine (Wally Kurth) and Lois Cerullo (Rena Sofer). This mention has sparked speculation about a

possible return of the beloved character. Ned recalled how Lois once encouraged Brenda to wear a wire to gather evidence against Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Bernard), a storyline that remains memorable for longtime viewers.

Typically, when a character who has been absent for an extended period is suddenly mentioned, it signals a potential comeback. Could Brenda be making her way back to Port Charles?

### Brenda Barrett’s Last Appearance in 2013
The last time fans saw Brenda was during General Hospital’s 50th-anniversary celebration in 2013. At that time, she was engaged to Jasper “Jax” Jacks (previously portrayed by Ingo Rademacher). However, their engagement ended abruptly when Jax overheard Brenda expressing her desire to reunite with Sonny.

During her brief return, Brenda stirred up drama by falsely claiming to Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) that she had spent the night with Carly’s son, Michael Corinthos (last played by Chad Duell). Brenda made one last attempt to rekindle her relationship with Sonny, inviting him to move to Italy with her and her son, Alec. Sonny ultimately declined, and Brenda exited the storyline.

### The Perfect Time for Brenda’s Return
With Lois’s return to General Hospital in 2023, many fans have been anticipating the reappearance of her close friend, Brenda. Sonny and Brenda have always shared a deep connection, and given Sonny’s current single status, now would be an ideal time for her to re-enter his life.

Additionally, as the revelation about Gio Palmieri (Giovanni Mazza) is about to shake Lois’s world, she may need the emotional support of her trusted friend Brenda. This creates a prime opportunity for Brenda’s return, offering both personal and dramatic storylines for her character.

### Brenda Barrett’s Rich History in Port Charles
Brenda made her debut on General Hospital in 1992 and quickly became one of the show’s most beloved characters. Over the years, audiences watched her transformation from a rebellious young woman to a central figure in Port Charles. She shares a rich history with several key characters, including Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) and Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna). Her long-standing rivalry with Carly has also provided unforgettable drama.

### Will Brenda Make a Comeback?
With all the signs pointing toward a potential return, fans are eager to see if Brenda will step back into Port Charles. Will she rekindle her romance with Sonny? Will she stand by Lois during the unfolding turmoil? Stay tuned to General Hospital, airing weekdays on ABC, for the latest developments.