According to Variety, soap opera icon Leslie Charleson died on January 12, 2025 at the age of 79. Per the outlet, Frank Valentini, the longtime soap’s executive producer, released a heartfelt tribute to the actress who had such an impact on the show.

Leslie Charleson, who played cardiologist Monica Quartermaine on "General Hospital" for five decades, has died, according to the soap opera's producer. She was 79.

Colleagues are remembering the soap opera star for her "quick wit" and presence on set. She died after a long illness.

Leslie Charleson, who played popular character Dr. Monica Quartermaine for almost 50 years on “General Hospital,” has died, the program’s executive producer announced on Sunday.

Ms. Charleson played Dr. Monica Quartermaine, a cardiologist and family matriarch, on the daytime series for 46 years.

Soap opera icon Leslie Charleson, best known as Monica Quartermaine on "General Hospital," died Sunday morning after a long illness. She was 79.

Longtime "General Hospital" star Leslie Charleson has died at 79, the show's executive producer Frank Valentini shared in a statement.

Leslie Charleson, whose Dr. Monica Quartermaine was the longest-tenured character on “General Hospital,” has died. She was 79. Charleson died of complications from a long illness, said ABC News, which broadcasts the long-running soap opera.

Leslie Charleson, who played Dr. Monica Quartermaine on "General Hospital" for nearly 50 years, has passed away at the age of 79, leaving behind a legacy of enduring love and respect from her fans and colleagues.

General Hospital’s Jason recently sided with Tracy and the Quartermaines over Sonny. Will his loyalty wind up netting him a big surprise gift?

Wally Kurth joined General Hospital in 1991 as Ned Ashton, a member of the Quartermaine family — so Ned enjoyed a close relationship with his aunt, Monica Quartermaine, played by Leslie Charleson, who passed away on January 12,