The Erika Slezak Fan Club, maintained by its president, Walter Miller, unveiled a brand new website design on Wednesday featuring more photographs, career highlights, fan club memories and a treasure trove of content from “One Life to Live,” particularly material connected to Slezak’s character, Victoria Lord Buchanan.
In addition to the new layout, a new email address has also been created to enable fans to better connect with the fan club: ErikaSlezakFC@gmail.com. Miller notes that fans should add the email address to their contacts, as this will help ensure they continue receiving updates and prevent emails from ending up in spam or junk folders.
Elsewhere, the fan club confirmed that Slezak will be playing a new character on “General Hospital” when she begins taping episodes in September, which are slated to air in the fall.
To visit the new website, check out erikaslezak.com.
Courtesy of Erika...
In addition to the new layout, a new email address has also been created to enable fans to better connect with the fan club: ErikaSlezakFC@gmail.com. Miller notes that fans should add the email address to their contacts, as this will help ensure they continue receiving updates and prevent emails from ending up in spam or junk folders.
Elsewhere, the fan club confirmed that Slezak will be playing a new character on “General Hospital” when she begins taping episodes in September, which are slated to air in the fall.
To visit the new website, check out erikaslezak.com.
Courtesy of Erika...
- 7/31/2025
- by Errol Lewis
- Soap Opera Network
Although from a storyline perspective it would make more sense for her to join the cast of “General Hospital” as her former “One Life to Live” character, a “rumor report” shared by Daytime Confidential last week indicates that Erika Slezak could be playing someone other than the iconic Victoria Lord Buchanan when she lands in Port Charles later this year.
According to the outlet, while ABC remains mum on Slezak’s upcoming role on the long-running drama series, the actress will be playing a brand new character when she returns to soaps. In this case, appearing as the long-lost sister of Dr. Monica Quartermaine (played until 2023 by the late Leslie Charleson).
Should Slezak join the cast as a relative of Monica’s, it would mark the first time since the character’s introduction in 1976 (then played by Patsy Rahn) that the soap opera would establish a sibling for her, considering...
According to the outlet, while ABC remains mum on Slezak’s upcoming role on the long-running drama series, the actress will be playing a brand new character when she returns to soaps. In this case, appearing as the long-lost sister of Dr. Monica Quartermaine (played until 2023 by the late Leslie Charleson).
Should Slezak join the cast as a relative of Monica’s, it would mark the first time since the character’s introduction in 1976 (then played by Patsy Rahn) that the soap opera would establish a sibling for her, considering...
- 7/21/2025
- by Errol Lewis
- Soap Opera Network
A cause of death has been revealed for Leslie Charleson, who played cardiologist Monica Quartermaine on the ABC daytime drama General Hospital for nearly 50 years. Charleson died of sequelae of blunt head trauma, a consequence of a previous head injury she had suffered, according to documents obtained by TMZ.
Charleson died January 12 at a hospital in Los Angeles at the age of 79.
The four-time Daytime Emmy nominee joined Gh in 1977 to replace Patsy Rahn as Monica and played the beloved character for the next 46 years. She exited the show because of health issues and was last seen on the ABC soap in December 2023.
Charleson began her television career appearing in soaps A Flame in the Wind and As the World Turns. She guest-starred in numerous television series including most recently Friends; Dharma and Greg; as well as 1970s series Adam-12; Emergency!; Ironside; Mannix; Marcus Welby, M.D.; Happy Days; Cannon; The Streets of San Francisco...
Charleson died January 12 at a hospital in Los Angeles at the age of 79.
The four-time Daytime Emmy nominee joined Gh in 1977 to replace Patsy Rahn as Monica and played the beloved character for the next 46 years. She exited the show because of health issues and was last seen on the ABC soap in December 2023.
Charleson began her television career appearing in soaps A Flame in the Wind and As the World Turns. She guest-starred in numerous television series including most recently Friends; Dharma and Greg; as well as 1970s series Adam-12; Emergency!; Ironside; Mannix; Marcus Welby, M.D.; Happy Days; Cannon; The Streets of San Francisco...
- 2/14/2025
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
‘General Hospital’ (Gh) spoilers confirm that Leslie Charleson, who played the iconic role of Monica Quartermaine, has died at age 79 after a long illness.
‘General Hospital’ Spoilers: Executive Producer Frank Valentini Took To X To Announce The Sad News
Soap Opera Digest reported the sad news on Sunday, January 12th, after Gh executive producer Frank Valentini announced her death. In a statement, he wrote on X,
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson.”
“Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on General Hospital alone, and just as Monica was the heart of the family, Leslie was the beloved matriarch of our cast and crew,”
He shared.
“I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit, and incredible presence on set.”
His post concluded,
“On behalf of everyone at General Hospital, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time.
‘General Hospital’ Spoilers: Executive Producer Frank Valentini Took To X To Announce The Sad News
Soap Opera Digest reported the sad news on Sunday, January 12th, after Gh executive producer Frank Valentini announced her death. In a statement, he wrote on X,
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson.”
“Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on General Hospital alone, and just as Monica was the heart of the family, Leslie was the beloved matriarch of our cast and crew,”
He shared.
“I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit, and incredible presence on set.”
His post concluded,
“On behalf of everyone at General Hospital, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time.
- 1/13/2025
- by Jennifer Gardiner
- Daily Soap Dish
The General Hospital family and its fans have suffered another major loss. Leslie Charleson, who portrayed Dr. Monica Quartermaine for nearly 50 years on the long-running soap, has passed away at the age of 79. The news was confirmed by the soap's executive producer, Frank Valentini.
Valentini took to X to post the news of Charleson's passing. A cause of death has not been revealed, but Valentini's post instead focused on her character of Monica Quartermaine, whom he called "the heart of the Quartermaine family." He also expressed that, "Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew." Charleson's health had kept her from appearing on General Hospital in recent years; she last appeared on the daytime soap in December 2023. The actress was said to have experienced a series of falls that affected her mobility, and she reportedly had to be hospitalized for one of them just a week before her passing.
Valentini took to X to post the news of Charleson's passing. A cause of death has not been revealed, but Valentini's post instead focused on her character of Monica Quartermaine, whom he called "the heart of the Quartermaine family." He also expressed that, "Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew." Charleson's health had kept her from appearing on General Hospital in recent years; she last appeared on the daytime soap in December 2023. The actress was said to have experienced a series of falls that affected her mobility, and she reportedly had to be hospitalized for one of them just a week before her passing.
- 1/13/2025
- by Gaius Bolling
- MovieWeb
Gh Leslie Charleson Dead At 79
General Hospital spoilers and updates report Leslie Charleson, who played the iconic Monica Quartermaine since 1977 passed away after a long illness at 79. Gh Executive Producer Frank Valentini made the announcement Sunday, January 12.
General Hospital Spoilers: Valentini’s Announcement
Frank Valentini announced: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson”. “Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on ‘General Hospital’ alone”. “And, just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew.”
“I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit and incredible presence on set. On behalf of everyone at ‘General Hospital,’ my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time.”
Gh Spoilers: Leslie Had Been Ill For Some Time
The cherished actress, who became part of the soap in...
General Hospital spoilers and updates report Leslie Charleson, who played the iconic Monica Quartermaine since 1977 passed away after a long illness at 79. Gh Executive Producer Frank Valentini made the announcement Sunday, January 12.
General Hospital Spoilers: Valentini’s Announcement
Frank Valentini announced: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson”. “Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on ‘General Hospital’ alone”. “And, just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew.”
“I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit and incredible presence on set. On behalf of everyone at ‘General Hospital,’ my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time.”
Gh Spoilers: Leslie Had Been Ill For Some Time
The cherished actress, who became part of the soap in...
- 1/13/2025
- by Rita Ryan
- Celebrating The Soaps
General Hospital announced that legendary actress Leslie Charleson had died. At the time of her passing, the actress who portrayed Dr. Monica Quartermaine was 79 years old.
Remembering Monica
Gh took to Instagram to share the heartbreaking news that Charleson, who played Dr. Monica Quartermaine for nearly 50 years, passed away at 79.
Executive producer Frank Valentini shared in a statement: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague Leslie Charleson. Her enduring legacy has spawned nearly 50 years on General Hospital alone and, just as Monica was the heart the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew.”
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Charleson took an indefinite leave from Gh in 2022 after reportedly suffering several falls. Last year, Co-star Steve Burton (Jason) shared that he hoped to reunite with his on-screen mom after...
Remembering Monica
Gh took to Instagram to share the heartbreaking news that Charleson, who played Dr. Monica Quartermaine for nearly 50 years, passed away at 79.
Executive producer Frank Valentini shared in a statement: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague Leslie Charleson. Her enduring legacy has spawned nearly 50 years on General Hospital alone and, just as Monica was the heart the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew.”
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Charleson took an indefinite leave from Gh in 2022 after reportedly suffering several falls. Last year, Co-star Steve Burton (Jason) shared that he hoped to reunite with his on-screen mom after...
- 1/12/2025
- by Ashley Amber
- Soap Hub
Soap Opera icon Leslie Charleson, who for decades played Monica Quartermaine on “General Hospital,” died Sunday morning after a long illness. She was 79.
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson,” “General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini announced. “Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on ‘General Hospital’ alone and, just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew. I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit and incredible presence on set. On behalf of everyone at ‘General Hospital,’ my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time.”
The beloved actress, who joined the soap in 1977, has had some health ups and downs over the past few years, which has limited her time on the ABC soap, on which she hadn’t appeared since December 2023. In recent years,...
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Leslie Charleson,” “General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini announced. “Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on ‘General Hospital’ alone and, just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew. I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit and incredible presence on set. On behalf of everyone at ‘General Hospital,’ my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time.”
The beloved actress, who joined the soap in 1977, has had some health ups and downs over the past few years, which has limited her time on the ABC soap, on which she hadn’t appeared since December 2023. In recent years,...
- 1/12/2025
- by Rosemary Rossi
- Variety Film + TV
‘General Hospital’ (Gh) spoilers reveal that we may have seen the last of Monica Quartermaine (Leslie Charleson), as sources close to the actress confirm that it’s unlikely she’ll ever return.
‘General Hospital’ Spoilers: Charleson Never Expected A Long-Term Career On Gh
Charleson has made only a handful of appearances in recent years. She has not been featured on the show since December 2023.
Charleson has had several health issues, and the source said, “Although she’d be welcome back with open arms, it’s unlikely that she’ll ever return.
The actress was interviewed by Soap Opera Digest in 2023. She admitted that she never intended to have a long-term career on General Hospital.
At the time, she knew the executive producer of Gh. He persuaded her to audition for a part on the show. Charleson replaced Patsy Rahn in 1977, much to Rahn’s dismay. Also, some of the cast...
‘General Hospital’ Spoilers: Charleson Never Expected A Long-Term Career On Gh
Charleson has made only a handful of appearances in recent years. She has not been featured on the show since December 2023.
Charleson has had several health issues, and the source said, “Although she’d be welcome back with open arms, it’s unlikely that she’ll ever return.
The actress was interviewed by Soap Opera Digest in 2023. She admitted that she never intended to have a long-term career on General Hospital.
At the time, she knew the executive producer of Gh. He persuaded her to audition for a part on the show. Charleson replaced Patsy Rahn in 1977, much to Rahn’s dismay. Also, some of the cast...
- 10/29/2024
- by Jennifer Gardiner
- Daily Soap Dish
1977: Leslie Charleson assumed the role of Monica on Gh.
1992: Elizabeth Keifer debuted as Blake on Guiding Light.
2007: The 10,000th episode of One Life to Live aired on ABC.
2007: As the World Turns' Luke and Noah shared an historic kiss."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1933: On radio soap opera Ma Perkins, Ma (Virginia Payne) has found out about Cousin Sylvester's marriage proposal to Penny, and she wondered what kind of men the cousins were.
1967: On Dark Shadows, Julia (Grayson Hall) warned Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) not to become too chummy with Barnabas (Jonathan Frid).
1967: On Another World,...
1992: Elizabeth Keifer debuted as Blake on Guiding Light.
2007: The 10,000th episode of One Life to Live aired on ABC.
2007: As the World Turns' Luke and Noah shared an historic kiss."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1933: On radio soap opera Ma Perkins, Ma (Virginia Payne) has found out about Cousin Sylvester's marriage proposal to Penny, and she wondered what kind of men the cousins were.
1967: On Dark Shadows, Julia (Grayson Hall) warned Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) not to become too chummy with Barnabas (Jonathan Frid).
1967: On Another World,...
- 8/26/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1977: Leslie Charleson assumed the role of Monica on Gh.
1992: Elizabeth Keifer debuted as Blake on Guiding Light.
2007: The 10,000th episode of One Life to Live aired on ABC.
2007: As the World Turns' Luke and Noah shared an historic kiss."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1933: On radio soap opera Ma Perkins, Ma (Virginia Payne) has found out about Cousin Sylvester's marriage proposal to Penny, and she wondered what kind of men the cousins were.
1967: On Dark Shadows, Julia (Grayson Hall) warned Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) not to become too chummy with Barnabas (Jonathan Frid).
1967: On Another World,...
1992: Elizabeth Keifer debuted as Blake on Guiding Light.
2007: The 10,000th episode of One Life to Live aired on ABC.
2007: As the World Turns' Luke and Noah shared an historic kiss."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1933: On radio soap opera Ma Perkins, Ma (Virginia Payne) has found out about Cousin Sylvester's marriage proposal to Penny, and she wondered what kind of men the cousins were.
1967: On Dark Shadows, Julia (Grayson Hall) warned Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) not to become too chummy with Barnabas (Jonathan Frid).
1967: On Another World,...
- 8/21/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
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