Colleagues are remembering the soap opera star for her "quick wit" and presence on set. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1945, Charleson broke into show business at a young age.

The late 79-year-old actress was best known for her role as Monica Quartermaine in 'General Hospital.'

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.

Charleson played Dr. Monica Quartermaine for nearly half a century. The post General Hospital’s Leslie Charleson Died at 79 appeared first on Soap Hub

Charleson played Dr. Monica Quartermaine for nearly 50 years and 2,000 episodes of ABC's long-running daytime soap opera.

(NEXSTAR) – Leslie Charleson, perhaps best known for playing Dr. Monica Quartermaine on TV’s “General Hospital” for five decades, has passed away. She was 79. News of Charleson’s death ...

Leslie Charleson, whose Dr. Monica Quartermaine ... Born Feb. 22, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri, Charleson caught the acting bug at an early age, according to Soap Opera Digest.

NEW YORK — Leslie Charleson, known for playing Monica Quartermaine on ... said she was “battling an illness for some time.” Charleson was born in Kansas City, Missouri and started acting as a child and in high school before going on to study ...

NEW YORK — Leslie Charleson, known for playing Monica ... Charleson was born in Kansas City, Missouri and started acting as a child and in high school before going on to study theater at Bennett ...

Leslie Charleson, famed actress, has passed away. Remembering her incredible career and the impact she had on the entertainment industry.

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