Avery Kristen Pohl’s Secret New Role REVEALED!
Just when fans thought Avery Kristen Pohl had quietly moved on from daytime television, the former General Hospital star has landed a major new role—and it’s one that could introduce her to a global audience.
Best known for her portrayal of the unforgettable Esme Prince, Pohl captivated viewers with one of the most complex and controversial characters in recent General Hospital history. As Esme, she delivered a masterclass in manipulation, psychological warfare, and emotional unpredictability, creating a villain fans loved to hate. Although Esme’s story appeared to end with a dramatic plunge into the Seine River, one crucial soap opera rule still applies: no body means no certainty.
Now, Pohl is making headlines for an entirely different reason. The actress has officially joined the cast of Scooby-Doo Origins, Netflix’s upcoming live-action series exploring how the iconic Mystery Inc. gang first came together. Pohl confirmed the news on Instagram with a playful caption—”Dog’s out of the bag”—while expressing gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside an impressive cast. Production is already underway in Atlanta, with the series scheduled for a worldwide Netflix release in 2027.
The announcement sparked an outpouring of support from Pohl’s former General Hospital colleagues, including Tabyana Ali, Katelyn MacMullen, Sydney Mikayla, and Jophielle Love. Their enthusiastic reactions highlighted the respect and admiration Pohl has earned among her peers, reinforcing her reputation as one of daytime television’s rising talents.
The project itself is generating significant buzz. Unlike previous animated adaptations, Scooby-Doo Origins promises a fresh, live-action look at the early years of Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma. Pohl will share the screen with Mckenna Grace, who has been cast as Daphne Blake. Grace, known to soap fans for her role as Faith Newman on The Young and the Restless, has since built an impressive résumé with acclaimed performances in major film and television projects. The pairing of Pohl and Grace gives the series added star power and broad appeal.
Of course, for General Hospital fans, the biggest question remains unanswered: Is Esme Prince truly gone? The evidence suggests otherwise. Esme’s body was never recovered, her name resurfaced in Laura Collins’ haunting nightmare sequence, and Pohl herself has openly expressed doubts that the character is permanently dead. In the world of daytime drama, those clues are often intentional breadcrumbs rather than coincidences.
For now, Pohl’s focus is clearly on her next chapter. With a major Netflix franchise on the horizon and strong support from both fans and former castmates, her career continues to gain momentum. Yet the door to Port Charles remains slightly ajar. And if soap opera history has taught viewers anything, it’s that some characters—and some villains—never stay gone for long.
