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- General Hospital stars gather to celebrate Leslie Charleson’s life (mp.newsbreakapp.com)
Local actress Leslie Charleson, best known for her decades-long portrayal of Monica Quartermaine on “General Hospital,” was recently honored by friends and colleagues on what would have been her 80th birthday. Charleson, the longest-running star on the ABC soap, passed away earlier this year.
Her final appearance on the show was in December 2023. It was later revealed she died from complications related to a previous fall.
Co-star Finola Hughes, who plays Anna Devane, shared a touching tribute on social media. She posted a photo from the celebration of life, highlighting Charleson’s love for animals and her joyful spirit. Other cast members, including Ian Buchanan, also shared photos and memories from the event.
While “General Hospital” has yet to announce a formal tribute, Charleson’s character has been mentioned on recent episodes. Fans and colleagues anticipate a special episode honoring her significant contribution to the show, possibly during the May sweeps period.
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