Kelly Monaco Departs General Hospital After 21 Years

Kelly Monaco, who has portrayed Sam McCall on General Hospital for 21 years, is set to leave the show, with her final scene recently filmed. Monaco expressed her disbelief over her exit on Instagram, stating, "Still doesn’t make any sense to me," and suggesting her firing was retaliatory, linked to changes in her character's storyline after the dismissal of another actor. Fans have rallied behind her, expressing disappointment and calling for her to be hired by other soap operas. Reports indicate that her character will be killed off, marking a significant end to her role in the series. Monaco's departure was first announced in August, leaving fans heartbroken over the decision. Her significant impact on the show has led to discussions about the changes in character development prior to her exit.