Jonathan Jackson’s first acting job was in 1993 when he was tapped to play Lucky Spencer on General Hospital. The legacy character is the offspring of the soap’s famous couple, Luke and Laura. He left the show in 1999 and returned in 2009 before leaving again in 2011.
He was off the soap for over ten years before making his big return in 2024. But the return fell flat with viewers and the character didn’t have much of a storyline. But fans were still shocked and heartbroken when Lucky said goodbye to Port Charles once again in June. The actor spoke out about the possibility of recasting the role.
From 2012 until 2018, Jonathan Jackson played Avery Barkley on the ABC primetime drama Nashville. The show later moved to CMT after ABC canceled it. The show also included Hayden Panettiere and Clare Bowen as Avery’s love interests during the show’s run. Jonathan Jackson reunited with Clare Bowen for a special concert. See the footage of the heartwarming reunion.
Jonathan Jackson Nabs Daytime Emmy Nomination After Exit
Jonathan Jackson’s recent stint on General Hospital didn’t last long. But it was long enough to impress the Daytime Emmys. The actor returned to the ABC soap last summer for what was billed as a long-term contract. However, it was announced in June that he was wrapping up his story and Lucky was headed out of town.
The 2025 Daytime Emmys are already set up for a huge showdown with talk show hosts Hoda Kotb and Kelly Clarkson. Three of the four remaining soaps – The Young and The Restless, General Hospital, and Days Of Our Lives – were nominated in the daytime drama categories.
Jonathan Jackson earned a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor. He previously won the award in 2011 and 2012. He also has three Emmys for Outstanding Younger Actor.
The 2025 Daytime Emmys air on CBS on October 17.
Why He Left
After his departure from GH was announced, Jonathan Jackson confirmed that he initially signed on for a long-term storyline. What changed?
The actor, who lives in Nashville, Tennessee, spoke out about the struggle to commute between Tennessee and California, where the soap opera is filmed. When faced with a choice between his job and his family, he chose his family.
Nashville Co-Stars Jonathan Jackson & Clare Bowen Reunite For Show
When Nashville began, Avery was in a relationship with Scarlett, played by Clare Bowen. They eventually broke up and he was paired with Juliette (Hayden Panettiere) and Scarlett moved on with Gunnar (Sam Palladio.)
In addition to acting, Jonathan Jackson is a talented musician Some of the songs he performed on Nashville were ones he wrote himself. Clare Bowen and the rest of the cast were also singers.
Jonathan Jackson and Clare Bowen reunited this month for a handful of shows on the East Coast. Their stops included Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. One fan shared footage from the reunion on social media.
Seven years after the series finale aired on CMT, fans still desperately want a Nashville reunion.
