“I’m moving on from the show.

But he was wrong, as he explained in another Instagram story.

“I took the necessary five days [quarantine] that the CDC recommended.”

Richard Burgi smiling

He assumed it was all right to return to work, which he did.

“So, I inadvertently violated the show’s COVID rules and protocols.

I feel terrible about it.

Richard Burgi smiling

It bothers me mightily but it is what it is,” Burgi said (viaSoap Hub).

“I respect the show’s decision,” he said.

“They’re doing the best they can.

Richard Burgi posing

I truly wish the gentleman coming in to play Ashland a wonderful time.

It’s an amazing show.

I have nothing but good memories.”