'General Hospital' star Leslie Charleson dies at 79

USLos Angeles: Leslie Charleson, the soap opera icon best known for playing Monica Quartermain on 'General Hospital,' has died. According to Variety, Leslie Charleson died Sunday morning after a long illness. She was 79 years old. 'General Hospital' executive producer Frank Valentini announced the news of Leslie's death.

“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague Leslie Charleson. Her enduring legacy spans nearly 50 years on 'General Hospital' alone and just as she was the heart of Monica Quartermain, so is Leslie the heart of the entire cast. And I will miss our daily conversations, her sharp wit and her incredible presence on set. On behalf of everyone at 'General Hospital', I extend my heartfelt condolences to her loved ones during this difficult time.” Frank said.

The beloved actress, who joined the soap in 1977, has suffered some health ups and downs over the years, which have limited her time on the ABC soap, on which she hasn't appeared since December 2023, according to Variety. According to.

In recent years, Charleson suffered several falls that left her unable to walk. Although this hampered his mobility and required him to use a walker, it never discouraged him. Charleson was hospitalized last week after a fall. Leslie's other early roles include The Wild Wild West, Adam-12, Emergency!, Mannix, Ironside, Happy Days, Marcus Welby, M.D. and guest roles on The Rockford Files. He was also seen in 'Friends'. (ANI)

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