I like the feeling of that.” The episode was written before the real-life death of Monica’s portrayer, Leslie Charleson, on January 12, with the hope that Charleson could be a part of it.

The passing of Leslie Charleson in January 2025 has significantly affected General Hospital fans. She played Monica Quartermaine for nearly five decades, and her death left a void in the storyline.

The episode will feature a special dedication at General Hospital on Tuesday, April 1, to honor Dr. Monica Quartermaine (Leslie Charleson) and her legacy. Laura (Genie Francis) will give the ...

Charleson joined the show in 1977 ... Chris Robinson], Laura’s mother Leslie’s [Webber, Denise Alexander] husband, which, of course, Laura didn’t know. And there she was, sort of being ...

Soap opera veteran Leslie Charleson, best known for playing Monica Quartermaine on "General Hospital," has died. She was 79. "General Hospital" executive producer Frank Valentini announced ...

Leslie Charleson, the renowned actress who portrayed Dr. Monica Quartermaine on General Hospital for nearly five decades, has passed away at the age of 79. The news was confirmed by the show’s ...

Though the death of Leslie Charleson — who played Monica since 1977, and died in January — will be addressed on the show at a later time, her character’s contributions as a doctor will be ...

General Hospital turns 62 on April 1, and the show will mark the occasion with a special episode focusing on the hospital. Mayor Laura Collins, played by the legendary Genie Francis, plays a key ...