Noah Drake

Fictional character

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First appearance	1981
First game
Last appearance	2013
Created by	Douglas Marland
Based on
Adapted by
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Portrayed by	Rick Springfield
Voiced by
Motion capture

Noah Drake is a fictional character from the American daytime television soap opera General Hospital. The character was portrayed by Rick Springfield from 1981 to 1983, and again from 2005 to 2008, with a brief return in 2013.

Character History

Noah Drake first appeared in Port Charles in 1981 as a neurosurgeon at General Hospital. He quickly became a popular character, known for his medical expertise and romantic entanglements.

Early Years

Noah's early storylines involved his professional life at the hospital and his romantic relationships. He was married to Bobbie Spencer, a nurse at General Hospital, but their marriage eventually ended in divorce. Noah struggled with alcoholism, which affected both his personal and professional life.

Return to Port Charles

In 2005, Noah returned to Port Charles, revealing that he had a son, Patrick Drake, who was also a neurosurgeon. The father-son relationship was strained due to Noah's past alcoholism and absence from Patrick's life. Over time, they worked on rebuilding their relationship.

Later Years

Noah's later storylines included his efforts to stay sober and his involvement in various medical cases at General Hospital. He also had a brief romantic involvement with Anna Devane, the mother of Patrick's wife, Robin Scorpio.

Family and Relationships

• Spouse: Bobbie Spencer (divorced)
• Children: Patrick Drake
• Relatives: Emma Drake (granddaughter)

Professional Life

Noah Drake is a highly skilled neurosurgeon who has worked at General Hospital for many years. His medical expertise has been a central part of his character, and he has been involved in numerous critical medical cases.

Portrayal

Noah Drake has been portrayed by Rick Springfield, who is also a well-known musician. Springfield's portrayal of Noah Drake contributed to the character's popularity and enduring presence on the show.

See Also

• General Hospital
• Patrick Drake
• Bobbie Spencer
• Rick Springfield