A Terrible Revelation: Britt Exposes the Man Behind the Nathan Mask!
The recent return of actor Ryan Paevey has sent General Hospital fans into a frenzy, with the character’s identity being kept largely under wraps—until now. While co-head writers have teased the character would be Nathan West (who tragically died in 2018), the mystery surrounding a man using a “Nathan mask” points to a darker, more dramatic twist. Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) is the one to finally crack the case.
Spoilers reveal that Britt discovers the true, shocking identity of the man behind the facade, and it’s not the beloved Nathan!
The Shocking Identity: Peter August Returns?!
The most potent speculation surrounding the man who appears to be Nathan West is that it is actually his villainous half-brother, Peter August (Wes Ramsey), wearing a hyper-realistic mask!
Britt has been receiving medication and directions from a mysterious “boss” while in hiding. This figure is linked to both Britt’s Huntington’s disease treatment and a questionable scientific operation, possibly run by someone like Hank Dalton. The reveal is that Peter is still alive, and he is the one in control.
Britt’s Discovery Will Uncover Two Major Lies:
Britt’s Discovery Will Reveal Two Significant Deceptions:
The Faison Family’s Deception: Britt discovers that the “Nathan” who seemingly escaped from a covert laboratory isn’t actually her brother, but rather Peter, who has survived his most recent near-death experience. Peter is disguising himself as Nathan to mislead everyone, creating an illusion of safety while he maintains control over her whereabouts and medication.
The Truth About Who’s in Charge: The document bearing the signature “C” that Britt obtained might not have come from Cesar Faison, but from Peter—or possibly someone else entirely. A new theory emerges: Peter may be the mastermind orchestrating the whole operation, including the “cold fusion experiments” and the laboratory where Nathan was presumably being held prisoner.
Why Peter Chose a Nathan Mask
Peter’s motive for wearing his brother’s face is pure, twisted revenge:
To Torment Maxie: Maxie Jones (Kirsten Storms) is currently in a coma. Peter is obsessed with Maxie, and nothing is more cruelly sadistic than making his ex-love believe her murdered husband has returned, only to reveal her greatest tormentor is the man she ran to.
To Manipulate Britt: Britt loves her brother, Nathan. By appearing as Nathan, Peter could easily earn Britt’s trust, ensuring her compliance and allowing him to maintain control over her experimental medication for Huntington’s.
The Consequences: Liesl and Maxie in Danger
This revelation will be the darkest and most devastating chapter yet for the Faison-Obrecht family:
Liesl’s World Shattered: Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati) was already ecstatic at the prospect of both her children being alive. The truth that Peter is faking Nathan’s return will crush her, likely putting her in danger if she tries to expose him.
Maxie’s Waking Nightmare: Maxie will wake from her coma to face the horrifying truth that her husband’s face is being used by her enemy. This will reignite her old trauma and put her and her children in immediate peril.
Britt’s discovery sets up a major confrontation with Peter, forcing her to choose between her own survival (and medication) and saving her mother and Maxie from her deranged half-brother.
