He's only been on the canvas since November, but Robb Derringer (Kyle Sloane) is already on his way out, and it doesn't take a detective to figure out that fans are none too pleased

The actor took to Twitter late last month to announce the news in a series of tweets, which have since been deleted. "Friends I got sad/disheartening news today that my story/character on GH is ending," he wrote on December 19. "I shot my last episode yesterday. Thank you all so much."

Derringer later followed up with a message of appreciation for his Port Charles fans. "Just want 2 thank every one of yu for all the love support & kind words about Me/Sloane. Was really disheartening but your kindness helps xo."

Some viewers were so incensed by the news of Derringer's nearing departure that they started a Save Sloane campaign on Facebook. GH may or may not have gotten wind of the storm, but Derringer sure has.

"I just want to express to everyone how grateful and humbled I am by the outpouring of support and love you've shown me while playing the character of Special Agent Kyle Sloane," he wrote on the

He then went on with a tease about what viewers can expect from his final moments as the character. "There's a lot coming up in the coming episodes for Sloane. Some pretty interesting, exciting stuff and certainly there [were] so many places for me to go with the character," he wrote. "Maybe your campaign to bring me back might work. I hope it may. Regardless, I'm humbled and indebted to each and every one of you for your kindness and support. Much love...xo"

UPDATE:
General Hospital has opted to recast the role of Agent Sloane. For more information about who has been hired for the role, click here.

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