Leslie Charleson, who played Dr. Monica Quartermaine on “General Hospital” for nearly half a century, has died, according to the series’ executive producer Frank Valentini. She was 79 years old.
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, @lesliecharleson,” he wrote in a thread on X on January 12.
“Her enduring legacy spans nearly 50 years at @GeneralHospital alone and, just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaine family, Leslie was a beloved matriarch to the entire cast and crew,” he continued. “I will miss our daily chats, his quick wit and his incredible presence on set.
“On behalf of everyone at #GeneralHospital, my deepest condolences go to his loved ones during this difficult time,” he concluded.
“General Hospital” also shared Valentini’s comments on its Instagram page.