John Oliver Joins General Hospital and Days of Our Lives

Comedian John Oliver is set to make his acting debut in daytime soap operas, fulfilling a long-standing comedic aspiration. He will appear in three episodes of ABC's 'General Hospital,' with his first appearance scheduled for this week. Following his role on 'General Hospital,' Oliver is slated to guest star on Peacock's 'Days of Our Lives' in August.

Oliver has previously expressed his desire to act in a soap opera, often incorporating this ambition into his HBO comedy show, 'Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.' This venture marks a significant departure from his usual satirical news commentary and into scripted acting. The specific nature of his characters and storylines on both shows has not yet been fully disclosed, but the announcement has generated considerable buzz among fans of both the comedian and the respective soap operas.

'General Hospital,' which premiered in 1963, is one of the longest-running television dramas in the world. 'Days of Our Lives,' a staple of NBC daytime programming since 1965, moved to Peacock in 2022. Oliver's involvement is expected to draw significant viewership to both programs, leveraging his established audience and comedic persona. The guest appearances represent a unique crossover between late-night television and the enduring genre of daytime serials.