General Hospital's John J. York: Family & Faith

🎙️ From Soap Star to Survivor: John J. York’s Unbelievable 30-Year Legacy & Life-Saving Battle | Reppin Podcast

You know him as Mac Scorpio — the tough, beloved brother of Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, a role he’s made iconic for over 30 years.

But what you didn’t know? Off-camera, John J. York was quietly fighting a real-life, life-threatening battle: not one, but TWO rare blood cancers. And the odds weren’t in his favor.

This is John’s most raw, honest, and inspiring conversation ever — where he shares:

How he went from waiting tables to becoming a daytime TV legend

The miracle moment that saved his life

Why he's more grateful, grounded, and driven than ever

And how you can find meaning in the middle of your challenges

Whether you’ve watched John for decades or you’re going through your own battle — this episode will hit you in the heart and leave you feeling stronger.

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🔥 Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro: Who Is John J. York?
01:50 - From Cheesecake Factory to General Hospital
05:23 - The Audition That Changed Everything
11:02 - The Diagnosis: “Do I Really Have Cancer?”
16:44 - Faith, Family, and Finding Strength
22:31 - The Transplant That Saved His Life
27:50 - What General Hospital Fans Don’t Know
34:10 - Why Be The Match Matters
39:00 - John's Message To Anyone Struggling Right Now

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