General Hospital’s Carly Ends Willow Friendship, Family Tensions Escalate

General Hospital continues to explore intense drama surrounding Carly Spencer, portrayed by Laura Wright, whose friendship with Willow has deteriorated due to betrayals involving custody battles and shifting loyalties, particularly concerning Carly's son Michael and granddaughter Daisy. Laura Wright revealed that Carly's trust in Willow collapsed after Willow's lack of empathy and unauthorized actions, which have heightened tensions and complicated family dynamics. Meanwhile, Carly's complicated relationship with Sonny Corinthos remains unresolved, with both characters currently preoccupied by their own struggles, though a reunion remains possible in the future. The July 14, 2025 episode highlights escalating conflict when Sonny is publicly blamed for a character's overdose at a memorial, leading to a confrontation defended by Alexis Davis, further deepening the show's dramatic tension. Additionally, Wright shared insights about her near-decision not to join the show and personal challenges, including her daughter's health scare, illustrating the depth behind her portrayal of Carly. The longstanding on-again, off-again dynamic between Carly and Sonny remains a focal point, with Wright and co-star Maurice Benard discussing their characters' past and potential future during his podcast.