Newcomer Alan White (Chris Hughes) has been released from the role of As The World Turns' Christopher Hughes.
According to a show spokesperson, the writers decided to "take the character in a new direction." The role will be recast.
As The World Turns recently put out a casting call for a 20-something businessman, however, a show spokesperson would not comment when questioned if the casting call was for a new Chris.
White will make his final on-air appearance on September 17th.