John McBain (character)

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John McBain
One Life to Live character
Portrayed by	Michael Easton
First appearance	October 1, 2003
Last appearance	August 19, 2013
Classification	Former; regular
Created by	Ron Carlivati
In-universe information Occupation Police detective Family McBain Father Thomas McBain Mother Eve McBain Brothers Michael McBain Spouse Natalie Buchanan (2011–2013) Children Liam McBain

John McBain is a fictional character from the American soap opera One Life to Live. The character was portrayed by actor Michael Easton from October 1, 2003, until the series' cancellation in 2012. John McBain also appeared on the soap opera General Hospital from 2012 to 2013.

Character History

John McBain is introduced as a police detective with a troubled past. He arrives in the fictional town of Llanview, Pennsylvania, to investigate the murder of his father, Thomas McBain. Throughout his time in Llanview, John becomes a central figure in the Llanview Police Department and is involved in numerous high-profile cases.

Family and Relationships

John's family includes his mother, Eve McBain, and his brother, Michael McBain. He has a tumultuous relationship with Natalie Buchanan, whom he eventually marries. The couple has a son named Liam McBain. John's dedication to his work often puts a strain on his personal relationships, but his love for his family remains a central aspect of his character.

Crossovers

In 2012, following the cancellation of One Life to Live, John McBain transitioned to General Hospital. His character continued to work as a detective, maintaining his core traits and backstory.

Notable Storylines

• Investigating the murder of his father, Thomas McBain.
• His on-again, off-again relationship with Natalie Buchanan.
• The birth of his son, Liam McBain.
• His transition to General Hospital and continued work as a detective.

Related Pages

• One Life to Live
• General Hospital
• Michael Easton
• Natalie Buchanan
• Llanview Police Department