Noah Drake
| Noah Drake | |
|---|---|
| General Hospital character | |
| First appearance | 1981 |
| Last appearance | 2013 |
| Created by | Douglas Marland |
| Portrayed by | Rick Springfield |
| In-universe information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation | Neurosurgeon |
| Spouse | Bobbie Spencer (divorced) |
| Children | Patrick Drake |
| Relatives | Emma Drake (granddaughter) |
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
- Spouse: Bobbie Spencer (divorced)
- Children: Patrick Drake
- Relatives: Emma Drake (granddaughter)
Professional Life[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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.
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