For months, viewers have watched Drew spiral into one of the most universally despised characters in the soap’s recent history, and now, with explosive reports surrounding Cameron Mathison’s future on the show,

the question is no longer if Drew meets his end, but how. From a once-redeemable hero to a callous political villain, Drew Cain’s evolution has been one of the most shocking character collapses

in modern soap storytelling. And according to insiders, the writers have now set the stage for Drew’s fate to be sealed in dramatic, irreversible fashion.

The Descent of Drew Cain: A Character Fans Love to Hate

When Cameron Mathison stepped into the role in 2021, there was a genuine sense of optimism. Drew was poised to grow into a complex, layered protagonist. But as storylines unfolded, that promise evaporated. Instead of exploring Drew’s emotional trauma, the writers pushed him down a path dominated by selfish ambition, manipulation, and a dismissive attitude toward nearly everyone in his orbit.

The contrast between Billy Miller’s grounded portrayal and Mathison’s sharper, colder, more aggressive version became a point of constant debate among viewers. Social media lit up with frustration as Drew’s interactions grew increasingly cruel — especially toward his own daughter, Scout.

The Breaking Point: A Sin Fans Could Not Forgive

One storyline, more than any other, cemented Drew as a villain beyond repair. In a moment that infuriated viewers across platforms, Drew intentionally fed Ric Lansing a devastating lie — claiming Michael no longer wanted his own children. Worse, he did so with full knowledge that Wiley could overhear him.

It was not a misunderstanding. Not a moment of panic. It was deliberate emotional harm aimed at a child.

Viewers erupted immediately. Phrases like “irreversible,” “disgusting,” and “get him off my screen” filled comment sections. And from that moment forward, Drew Cain’s fate was sealed in the eyes of the audience.

Custody, Control, and Catastrophe

Drew’s downward slide continued as he opened a destructive custody war over Scout. Instead of focusing on her wellbeing, he weaponized restraining orders against Alexis, Kristina, Molly, Danny, and even Rocco — decisions rooted in pride rather than protection.

But the biggest shock came when Drew named Willow Tait as Scout’s guardian should anything happen to him. Willow — who had no stable footing in her own life and was under suspicion in Drew’s shooting — became the figure Drew trusted to raise his child. Fans were stunned by the recklessness, and the decision only deepened concern about Drew’s judgment and motivations.

The Shooting Investigation: Curtis Ashford Takes Center Stage

After months of speculation and a citywide mystery that captivated Port Charles, the shooting investigation delivered its biggest twist yet. A flashback revealed Curtis Ashford meeting with Selena Wu and offering her one million dollars to eliminate Drew Cain.

This wasn’t a crime of passion. It was a carefully calculated assassination attempt — one born out of frustration, fear, and a desperate desire to protect his daughter.

Curtis, one of GH’s most morally grounded characters, resorting to hiring a hitman showed the extent of the damage Drew has caused. The audience reaction was immediate: if even Curtis felt driven to such lengths, perhaps Drew truly had crossed the point of no return.

Willow Tait: Victim, Villain, or Both?

While Curtis appears to have orchestrated the hit, Willow’s involvement remains an open question. She had no alibi, returned home soaked in rain, and displayed suspicious distress when the shooting was discovered. Her mental health has visibly deteriorated under years of trauma — from Dawn of Day to losing her children — raising concerns about her stability.

And yet, this is the woman Drew entrusted with Scout’s entire future.

The irony is almost poetic: in trying to punish Scout’s extended family, Drew placed her directly into the hands of someone unraveling before Port Charles’ eyes.

Cameron Mathison’s Career Moves Spark Exit Rumors

Outside the fictional world, fans were sent into a frenzy when Cameron Mathison announced he would begin hosting a major new game show, Beat the Bridge, for the Game Show Network. The timing immediately fueled rumors that Mathison had been dismissed or was preparing to exit General Hospital.

Though Mathison responded “no” when asked if he was leaving, the swirl of speculation hasn’t slowed. Soap veteran actors often remain contracted even when their characters are written off — through death, coma, imprisonment, or disappearance.

And Drew’s current storyline offers all three possibilities.

Three Possible Endings for Drew Cain

1. Death — The Outcome Fans Are Demanding

With a contracted hitman involved and countless enemies circling him, Drew’s death would be the most dramatic, most satisfying, and most final option. Viewers have openly voiced support for this route, making it one of the most likely outcomes.

2. Prison — A Reckoning Years in the Making

Drew’s crimes have begun stacking up: bribery, manipulation, surveillance, corruption, and psychological abuse. Should the truth come out, a lengthy prison sentence would be a fitting end to one of the most corrupted characters in Port Charles.

3. A Long-Term Coma — The Soap Classic

Drew is already recovering from two gunshots. A medical crisis landing him in a coma would allow writers to remove him from the canvas without definitively killing him off — preserving future storyline flexibility.

Can Drew Be Redeemed? Fans Say No.

Some villains are beloved. Others are compelling. But Drew Cain has become something far more unusual — a character fans actively want eliminated. His actions have crossed so many moral lines that a redemption arc would feel forced, unbelievable, and frankly unwelcome.

Showrunner Frank Valentini seems to understand this. Instead of softening Drew, the writers have doubled down, fully embracing his role as a modern soap antagonist whose departure now feels inevitable.

The Countdown Begins

As the investigation accelerates and evidence mounts against Curtis and Willow, Drew’s future in Port Charles grows darker by the day. Whether he dies, lands behind bars, or slips into a coma, fans are bracing for the moment they have long been waiting for — the end of Congressman Cutthroat.

Cameron Mathison may remain on the show, but Drew Cain’s days are clearly numbered. And in the world of General Hospital, few exits have ever felt so deserved.