General Hospital fans got big news on Monday (October 21) as it was announced that Trina Robinson (played by Tabyana Ali) is getting a new love interest with the casting of Jens Austin Astrup.
It’s been more than six months since Spencer Cassadine (Nicholas Alexander Chavez) was given an unfortunately splashy sendoff, and his grieving girlfriend will finally get another shot at romance.
As Deadline shared, Astrup is joining the iconic ABC soap, portraying a mysterious man named Kai, and so far, all we know is that he will meet Trina at Port Charles University. Here are some interesting tidbits about the exciting new addition in real-life.
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He’s No Stranger to TV
Before taking on the role of Kai, Astrup starred in two episodes of the Gossip Girl reboot in 2022 as a character named Terrell. The up-and-comer has also appeared in a few short films and, as a youngster, two episodes of The King of Queens.
He’s a Los Angeles Native and Studied Acting
Astrup is a Los Angeles native but took to the East Coast for college. He’s a graduate of Vassar, where he studied acting and literature.
He Starred in Plays and Music Videos
While Astrup’s go-to medium is TV, he also recently graced the stage in the play Cyrano de Bergerac at the Pasadena Playhouse. He also starred in the indie singer Mato Wayuhi’s music video “Fall Out Boy.”
He Might Be Taken (Off-Screen)
Those who like what they see on-screen may be out of luck as Kai seemingly has a partner named Maia. He most recently posted her to his Instagram page in May. In August 2023, he shared a video of them cuddled up with the caption: “Maia. you made everything possible. I love you.”
His Character Will Debut in November
General Hospital fans still have a little waiting to do before Kai hits the small screen. His character premieres in November, the exact air date to be announced.
Meanwhile, Ali has played Trina Robinson on the series since 2022. She recently called out the online hatred she endured earlier this year which prompted the series to declare that “General Hospital does not tolerate hatred or bigotry of any kind. Racism has no place in Port Charles.”
