Kirsten Storms: Emergency Restraining Order Filed by Ex-Husband

General Hospital star Kirsten Storms hit with emergency restraining order from ex Brandon Barash amid alleged mental health crisis

General Hospital star Kirsten Storms is subject to an emergency restraining order filed by ex Brandon Barash amid allegations of delusions, substance use and housing instability; court papers seek supervised visitation and a court-ordered mental health evaluation.

• Judge granted an emergency restraining order after Barash’s December 2025 filing alleging delusions, hallucinations and safety concerns.
• Visitation limited — Storms is allowed supervised visits with their 12-year-old daughter while the court reviews the matter.
• Mental health evaluation requested by Barash and noted in filings as a next legal step.
• Allegations include substance use, housing instability, alleged break-ins and social media posts; these remain allegations from court documents.

Details from court filings and background

The following summarizes the assertions from court records and reporting by national entertainment outlets; allegations in filings have not been proven in court.

What the court filing alleges

Brandon Barash — now married to Isabella Devoto — filed an emergency restraining order in December 2025; a judge later granted that request. The filing details conversations in which Storms reportedly described experiencing delusions and hallucinations months before the petition. Barash says Storms told him she did not think she should have their child during her parenting time.

According to the filing, Storms reported symptoms consistent with psychosis and voiced concern about caring for the child during certain times, prompting Barash to seek emergency court intervention.

Allegations of behavior and substance use

The filing quotes a friend who told Barash they had witnessed repeated emotional breakdowns, episodes of being “triggered,” and reportedly hearing voices. That friend also allegedly believed Storms was abusing Adderall and other substances. These are claims contained in court documents and remain unproven.

Housing instability and claims of break‑ins

Court documents say Storms had been couch-surfing between September 2024 and June 2025 because she believed people were following her and their daughter to her room. After relocating to Tennessee, she allegedly said people were breaking into her apartment and placing items in her car to “mess with her.”

Storms posted video from a Ring camera she said captured someone entering her apartment and said she hoped building management and the Franklin Police Department would help identify the person. She also claimed she was evicted after reporting the alleged break-in and speaking with the leasing office.

Police reports and social media

Reporting indicates Storms called police in late April 2026 alleging hacking of her phone and missing emails and items; she said there was an active police investigation. Media outlets note that representatives for both Storms and Barash did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Much of the public reporting is based on filings and social posts.

Custody, visitation and legal next steps

Barash requested supervised visitation and that the court compel a mental health evaluation for Storms. Court records show Storms is allowed supervised visits with their 12‑year‑old daughter while a judge was set to review the restraining order during the week of April 28, 2026. Other filings note Barash loaned Storms $5,000 when her car faced repossession — an amount he says has not been repaid — and reference a landlord eviction suit as part of an alleged pattern of housing instability.

Health history and work

Kirsten Storms has portrayed Maxie on General Hospital since 2005. In July 2025 she announced a leave from the soap to undergo brain surgery after doctors discovered an aneurysm; she has publicly described cognitive and health struggles following that discovery. Earlier in 2025 she said she would move from Los Angeles to Nashville, Tennessee, with her daughter for health reasons.

How outlets reported the story

Initial reporting and quotes from the court documents were published by national entertainment outlets. For original reporting see Fox News. Additional coverage about social posts, police reports and custody status appeared at TMZ and Us Weekly.

Implications for communities and systems

While involving a public figure in entertainment, the case illustrates broader issues:

• Economic impact: Mental health crises can ripple into housing and finances, increasing demand on local health and social services.
• Political consequences: The case raises questions about law enforcement, parental rights and the balance of child safety with due process in family court.
• Social effects: Families confronting acute mental health issues may struggle without coordinated crisis response and local supports.
• Cultural relevance: High-profile stories can reduce stigma and spur conversations about treatment, while also raising privacy concerns.

Practical guidance for caregivers

When worried about a loved one’s mental state: document concerns, seek medical help, contact law enforcement if there is immediate danger, and consult family court or child welfare professionals about temporary custody or supervised visitation. Local courts and child protection services are typical avenues for resolving urgent custody and safety issues.

What to watch next

A judge was scheduled to review the restraining order in the week of April 28, 2026; that hearing could modify visitation rules or order treatment if deemed necessary. Media will continue to monitor filings, police reports and any official statements from representatives.

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Note: The details above are drawn from court filings and published reports; allegations described in filings have not been adjudicated in court. For ongoing coverage, consult the linked original reports.