Leslie Charleson, 'General Hospital' star, dead at 79

Leslie Charleson, known for her role on "General Hospital," has died. She was 79.

The Daytime Emmy-nominated actress portrayed Monica Quartermaine on the soap opera for nearly 50 years.

"It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson," executive producer Frank Valentini confirmed on the show's official Instagram account. 

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