Kelly Monaco Bids Emotional Farewell to General Hospital After 21 Years

Kelly Monaco, the long-time star of the ABC soap opera General Hospital, has officially bid farewell to the show after a storied 21-year career. Her last air date was November 1, marking the end of her portrayal of the character Sam McCall. The decision to let her go was part of sweeping budget cuts at the show, a move that reportedly blindsided the actress.

The news of her firing sparked significant outrage among fans, who launched various campaigns, including petitions, billboards, and social media hashtags, in an effort to convince the show to rehire her. However, these efforts were unsuccessful. Monaco expressed her gratitude to her fans and promised to share the full story behind her departure, though she is not yet ready to do so.

In a recent viral video, Monaco was seen holding back tears as she celebrated the memories and experiences she had during her time on General Hospital. The video highlighted the emotional impact of her departure on both her and her fans.

Her co-stars, including Dominic Zamprogna, who plays Dante Falconeri, have shared behind-the-scenes details about the support and love shown to Monaco during her final days on the show. Zamprogna emphasized the day as one of “support and love for Kelly” Monaco, underscoring the close bonds she formed with her colleagues.

Kelly Monaco’s departure from General Hospital marks a significant change for the show and its fans, who will miss her iconic character Sam McCall.