John J. York

John J. York was born on December 10, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Brother Rice Christian Brothers High School before beginning his acting career in the early 1980s. York is widely recognized for his portrayal of Malcolm “Mac” Scorpio on the daytime soap opera “General Hospital,” a role he has held since 1991. Beyond his extensive work in daytime television, he has appeared in numerous other television shows and films, establishing a diverse profile in the entertainment industry.

Throughout his career, York has accumulated a wide range of acting credits across various genres. A notable early role was as college student Eric Cord in the Fox network television series “Werewolf” from 1987 to 1988, where he appeared in 29 episodes. His film work includes appearances in “Night of the Creeps” (1986), “Steel and Lace” (1991), and more recently, “Resolution Song” (2018) and “The Sinister Surrogate” (2018). He has also guest-starred in popular series such as “Dynasty,” “Family Ties,” “21 Jump Street,” “Murder, She Wrote,” “Wizards of Waverly Place,” and “Castle.” His consistent presence in television and film demonstrates a sustained career in acting.

In recent years, York has shared personal health information, revealing his battle with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and multiple smoldering myeloma. This information led to a temporary hiatus from his role on “General Hospital” in 2023 for treatment, including a blood stem cell transplant. Despite these personal challenges, York has continued his professional endeavors, taking on new projects and maintaining a public presence. He has been married to Vicki Manners since 1986, and they have one child.