Leslie Charleson, Iconic Dr. Monica Quartermaine on 'General Hospital,' Dies at 79 After Long Illness

Jan 13, 2025, 10:26 AM

Leslie Charleson, known for her iconic role as Dr. Monica Quartermaine on the soap opera 'General Hospital,' has died at the age of 79 after battling a long illness. Charleson portrayed the character for nearly 50 years, from 1977 until her last appearance in December 2023, appearing in over 2,000 episodes. Her death was announced by 'General Hospital' executive producer Frank Valentini, who described her as a beloved matriarch of the cast and crew. As the longest-tenured cast member, Charleson's performance earned her four Daytime Emmy nominations, marking the end of an era for the show and its fans.