Leslie Charleson, the beloved actress who portrayed Monica Quartermaine on General Hospital, tragically passed away at the age of 79. Her cause of death has not been disclosed, but her health had been declining in recent years, marked by several falls that impacted her mobility. In fact, Leslie had been using a walker for support after these incidents, and just a week before her passing, she was rushed to the hospital following another fall.
The actress’s health struggles began in 2017 when she fell while walking her dog, leading to a serious leg injury that kept her away from General Hospital for two months. During her absence, she was temporarily replaced by Patty McCormack. In October 2023, it was revealed that Leslie would likely not return to the soap opera, with her final appearance airing in December of the same year.
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General Hospital’s Executive Producer, Frank Valentini, paid tribute to Leslie on social media, sharing a heartfelt message of sorrow. “With a heavy heart, I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson,” Valentini wrote. “Her legacy spanned nearly 50 years on General Hospital, and just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaine family, Leslie was the heart of our entire cast and crew. I will deeply miss our daily conversations, her sharp wit, and her presence on set. My condolences to her loved ones during this difficult time.”
Fans of the iconic soap flooded Valentini’s post with messages of sympathy and grief. Many expressed their sorrow at losing a cherished member of the General Hospital family. One fan shared, “I’ve been watching GH since 1979 and feel like I’ve lost a family member. My heartfelt prayers go out to her family,” while another added, “She was a true icon and will be missed. I hope you give Monica a proper send-off.”
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Leslie Charleson’s passing leaves a void in the General Hospital community, where she had been a beloved figure for decades.
