Our fingers are shaking as we type this out, but recent media reports claim that General Hospital star Kelly Monaco is exiting the soap. The news broke out online on August 27, 2024, that the makers have decided to write of her character – Sam McCall. As expected, the shocking news has left the GH fanbase stumped and Kelly fans downright livid.
Kelly Monaco has been a mainstay on the ABC drama since her character’s debut in October 2003. Not only has Sam’s character been pivotal to the storyline, but her portrayer Kelly Monaco has become iconic as part of the GH cast. That’s what 2 long decades of stunning acting wins you!
However, the powerhouse performer is now set to bow out and hang her boots as Sam. Media reports are claiming that there is no beef between the actress and the production and that the decision to write the character off is simply a creative one. But is that really the case? Social media is currently rife and burning with a slew of speculations, and some of them point toward Kelly’s frequent absence from the soap as one of the prime reasons for the decision.
Unfortunately, neither the General Hospital production nor Kelly Monaco has yet opened up about the news of Sam McCall getting killed off. So, our guess about the real reason behind her exit is as good as yours. However, one thing is certain, the news has not gone down well with the soap’s fans. There is an absolute outrage on social media over the exit news.
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We can’t help but wonder if this “creative” decision will end up backfiring for the makers. Especially since the GH ratings are not what they used to be. Thus, the question remains – is it wise to rock the boat when the soap is already struggling to stay afloat? Tell us in the comments! Meanwhile, stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more General Hospital updates on Kelly Monaco’s exit as Sam McCall.
