Let’s hear it for the happy couple! General Hospital’s beloved actor Steve Burton has officially announced his engagement to Michelle Lundstrom. The exciting news was shared via Instagram on Saturday, January 4, sending waves of excitement through his fanbase and fellow actors alike.
In a heartfelt post, Steve marked the special occasion with a simple yet meaningful caption: “Engaged 1/3/25.” He added a heart emoji, a ring emoji, and the infinity symbol to emphasize the significance of the moment. Accompanying this, Steve quoted Jeremiah 29:11: “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” It’s clear that faith plays a big role in this union, and fans are loving every bit of it.
Now, here’s where the magic happened. In the video Steve shared, we see him getting down on one knee, and Michelle’s reaction is absolutely priceless. Her hands clasped over her mouth, her eyes wide with surprise—pure joy radiates from her face. After the proposal, the couple couldn’t stop smiling as they posed together, showcasing the stunning ring and sharing some passionate kisses. It’s moments like these that remind us all what love truly looks like.
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Well-Wishes Pour In From Fans and Fellow Celebrities
It didn’t take long for Steve’s Instagram post to blow up with well-wishes from fans and friends in the entertainment world. One of the first to react was none other than Cameron Mathison, who showered the couple with red heart emojis. Another heartfelt comment came from Finola Hughes, who wrote, “Oh Steve!!!! Congratulations! I wish you both all the happiness in the future, you are a wonderful couple! Congratulations Michelle!”
Doug Davidson also chimed in with a thoughtful message: “I had no idea!!! Congratulations!!!! May you be fruitful and healthy. Multiplying is a lot of work.” Fans weren’t far behind either, with one commenter expressing, “I’m so happy for you both! You are my favorite character on GH. I have watched since I was in my teens in the 70’s. My mom watched and I would watch with her after school everyday. I also love your podcast with Bradford. You guys are great together. Thanks for sharing pictures of your beautiful moment with your fans! I wish you many years of happiness together!”
Steve took the time to acknowledge the overwhelming support in an Instagram Story the following day. He wrote, “Thank you for all the love & comments, we’ve tried to read them all!! So blessed.” Clearly, the couple is overwhelmed by the kindness and goodwill from their community.
A Journey of Love: From First Date to Forever
For those who may not know, Steve and Michelle’s romance wasn’t exactly kept under wraps. In May 2024, Steve confirmed to Daily Drama that he was dating Michelle after they were spotted holding hands in public. Michelle herself isn’t a stranger to the spotlight, having appeared as a contestant on Netflix’s BBQ Showdown Season 2. Fans quickly embraced her, recognizing her charm and charisma.
A New Chapter After a Long Marriage
Before embarking on this new chapter with Michelle, Steve’s personal life underwent significant changes. Back in July 2022, Steve filed for divorce from his wife of over two decades, Sheree Burton. The split was attributed to "irreconcilable differences," though the couple remains committed to co-parenting their three children—Makena, Jack, and Brooklyn.
In May 2022, Steve addressed a sensitive topic in his Instagram Stories when he revealed that Sheree was expecting a fourth child, but the baby wasn’t his. His statement read, “I wanted to clear something up. Sheree and I are separated. She recently announced that she’s expecting her 4th child. The child is not mine. We are still co-parenting our three beautiful kids. We would appreciate privacy at this time. Much luv, Steve.”
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The couple’s divorce was finalized in December 2023, with both parties waiving their right to spousal support “now or at any time in the future, regardless of the unforeseen circumstances that may exist in the future.” According to People, Sheree received $50,000 as retroactive support.
