General Hospital villain Cameron Mathison is opening up more about the tragic events he’s been through over the past several years. Mathison has been diagnosed with kidney cancer, went through a divorce, and lost his home and everything in it to the Los Angeles fires. Now, he’s opening up more about the loss he endured and what he really thinks about it all. His answer is quite shocking. What did Mathison share? Keep reading to get all the details.
General Hospital Cameron Mathison Opens Up About House Fire
General Hospital star Cameron Mathison appeared on a podcast recently, where he discussed the fires that destroyed his home and everything in it. This isn’t the first time he’s talked about those devastating fires. However, this time he revealed being glad his house burned down. Why would he say that?
Mathison shared that before the fires ever hit, he knew in his heart he wanted to focus on having fewer things and wanting fewer things. He knows he’s very fortunate to have money and great jobs that have given him the means to purchase things he wants. However, he also feels that the fires were a great teaching.

Cameron said that he snuck up to his home and saw it burning, and everything was gone. He shared a video from that moment, but muted it because he admits he had never heard those sounds come out of his body before. Mathison mentioned being a Dharma practitioner and how the feelings he was having were surreal.
In that moment, he felt grief like one would if there were a death. However, he also felt freedom. It was as if his wish was being answered for him. Everything was just gone. He felt some relief, even with the hurt of losing all the things that are not replaceable, such as baby photos and kids’ school projects.
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He Recently Revealed Cancer Update
General Hospital actor Cameron Mathison talked about the fire that took all his worldly possessions and said it’s surreal. He compared it to the moment he found out he had cancer as well. Mathison has done his best to make the most of every tough situation he’s been placed in.
Cameron beat cancer and recently gave a new update after going through yearly testing. He shared that he is still cancer-free and his numbers are better than ever. Mathison works hard to stay fit and healthy. He’s launched his own project to help others find the healthy habits he has as well.
Mathison continues to move forward and live the best life he can. He shares frequently with fans who adore him. Cameron has found incredible success in everything he touches. He’s even managed to portray villain Drew Cain on the hit show so well that he has created enemies around the globe.
Cameron has embraced his evil character and uses it as an outlet to let out frustrations while he’s at work. When he’s not portraying Drew on GH, Mathison is acting in a Christmas film or co-hosting Good Morning America.
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