Avery Pohl, who played Esme Prince on General Hospital since 2021, has exited the show. Her departure came as a surprise to many viewers, and her final episode aired on January 31. Nicholas Alexander Chavez, who plays Spencer, is also taking a hiatus for another project. Pohl's character, Esme, was involved in a dramatic fight with her nemesis, Trina, and was presumed dead after falling overboard from a yacht. Despite the assumed deaths, there is a possibility that the characters could return in the future. Pohl's departure has left fans conflicted, with some wanting her gone due to her villainous behavior, while others appreciate her portrayal as a compelling antagonist.