General Hospital Star Steve Burton and Ex-Wife Sheree Burston Reach Custody Resolution After Months-Long Legal Battle
After months of legal proceedings and uncertainty, General Hospital star Steve Burton and his ex-wife, Sheree Burston, have officially reached a custody agreement, bringing an end to a long and emotionally taxing chapter in their lives. The resolution marks a significant turning point for the former couple, who were married for more than two decades before finalizing their divorce late last year.
Steve Burton, best known for his iconic role as Jason Morgan on General Hospital, and Sheree Burston were married for 23 years. Their divorce was finalized in December 2023, closing the door on a long marriage that had been largely kept private despite Burton’s high-profile career. Together, they share three children: Makena, 21, Jack, 19, and Brooklyn, 10.
While their two oldest children are now adults, custody arrangements for their youngest daughter, Brooklyn, became the central issue in the months following the divorce.
Court Decision Brings Clarity
According to Us Weekly, court documents filed on Tuesday, August 5, revealed that Steve and Sheree recently appeared at a custody hearing in Orange County, California. The hearing resulted in a clear decision from the judge regarding Brooklyn’s care and living arrangements.
The judge ruled that Steve Burton will have primary custody of Brooklyn. Under the agreement, Steve and Sheree will alternate weekends, and Steve will also have Brooklyn for one additional day during the week. Sheree Burston will have custody of Brooklyn at all other times, allowing both parents to remain actively involved in their daughter’s life.
The arrangement reflects a structured co-parenting plan designed to provide Brooklyn with stability while maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents.
A Focus on the Children
Throughout the divorce and custody proceedings, both Steve and Sheree have kept public comments to a minimum, choosing instead to handle matters privately. This discretion has been widely interpreted as an effort to protect their children from unnecessary media attention and emotional strain.
Friends and observers have noted that despite the legal complexities, both parents appear committed to putting Brooklyn’s well-being first. The finalized custody plan offers a predictable routine, something especially important for a child navigating major family changes.
Life After Divorce
For Steve Burton, the past year has been one of significant personal and professional transitions. Following his return to General Hospital, Burton has focused on rebuilding stability in his personal life while continuing to engage with fans and projects that reflect his renewed sense of purpose.
Sheree Burston, meanwhile, has largely stayed out of the spotlight, maintaining a low public profile as she adjusts to life after the end of a long marriage. While the custody battle was undoubtedly challenging, the resolution allows both parties to move forward without the uncertainty that prolonged legal disputes often bring.
Closing a Difficult Chapter
Custody battles are rarely easy, especially after a marriage spanning more than two decades. For Steve Burton and Sheree Burston, the agreement represents not a victory for one side, but a necessary compromise aimed at supporting their daughter during a period of transition.
With the court’s decision now in place, the former couple can focus on co-parenting rather than litigation. For fans of General Hospital, the news offers reassurance that Burton’s off-screen life is finding balance again — and that a difficult chapter has finally come to a close.
As both parents move forward separately, the hope remains that Brooklyn will benefit most from the stability, care, and shared commitment that this resolution is meant to provide.
