The Real Reason Sofia Mattsson Left General Hospital for Days of Our Lives

If you keep tabs on daytime TV (or just love a good behind-the-scenes shakeup), here's something worth your attention: Sofia Mattsson, who earned solid praise for her run as Sasha Gilmore on General Hospital, is making her way to Days of Our Lives. And this is happening less than a year after her dramatic exit from the other soap, which – let's be honest – is fast, even by daytime standards.

Jumping from Port Charles to Salem

To put it bluntly, soap actors rarely get much downtime. After finishing up her emotional exit arc on General Hospital, Mattsson is suiting up for another round of twists and melodrama, this time on Days of Our Lives.

In an interview, Mattsson admitted swapping shows wasn't exactly a low-stress move for her. She called the switch 'a bit nerve-wracking,' but she also pointed out that her experience slinging drama at breakneck speed on General Hospital definitely helps. If anyone knows how to keep up with endless love triangles and last-minute plot bombs, it's her.

'The role is very complex and interesting, and I also just love working in daytime,' Mattsson said. 'It’s such a fun challenge as an actress since it’s so incredibly fast-paced and always very high-stakes circumstances.'

She went on to say the transition was made easier because she already knows how the daytime machine operates, thanks to her years with General Hospital. Sounds logical – you either adapt to the soap factory or get steamrolled.

What Can Fans Expect?

For anyone curious about what Mattsson is bringing to the world of Days, she hyped up what's coming: get ready for 'lots of fun, exciting storylines and drama.' Not shocking, but she sounds genuinely hyped about the part and the team. Apparently, her welcome to the new set has been so friendly she basically used the word 'wonderful,' which, if you're keeping track, is not the default word most people use for a new job.

Mattsson pointed out just how surreal this whole leap feels for her (and honestly, can you blame her?): 'I used to watch the show growing up in Sweden and back then I could've never in my wildest dream imagined that one day I'd be living in the U.S., working on that very show!'

Oh, and in case anyone's marking the calendar: Sofia Mattsson is expected to debut in Salem… in 2027. Yes, she’s already cast, but due to the unusual lead time with Days of Our Lives filming schedule (they shoot pretty far ahead), you’ll be waiting a while before she actually shows up in new episodes. So file this one under 'it’s happening, just not soon.'

The essentials on Sofia Mattsson's next chapter:

• Role on General Hospital: Played Sasha Gilmore, earned both fan and critical praise
• Exit from GH: Emotional, not that long ago
• New gig: Joining Days of Our Lives as an important, seriously complex character
• Why she's excited: Fast pace, high stakes, big drama, legendary cast and crew, general good vibes
• Nerves? Sure, but her daytime experience helps her handle it
• Expected first episode: 2027 (yes, really)
• Fun fact: Grew up watching Days in Sweden, now living the dream on the actual set

So, if you're a fan of classic soaps or just like to see familiar faces jump from one daytime universe to another, keep an eye out. Sofia Mattsson is gearing up for her next act—eventually.