Prepare yourselves, General Hospital enthusiasts, as Kelly Monaco's heartfelt farewell from the beloved soap opera has been revealed.
A few weeks following the tragic demise of her cherished character, Sam McCall, a video showing Monaco's last day on set has been unveiled, reflecting the mixed emotions of her departure.
“I’ve been on this lot for 25 years, and you have all been my family — not just my second family, but my first family,” Monaco tearfully addressed the cast and crew gathered for her last scene. “I just want to thank each and every one of you for the memories and the experiences I’ll carry with me forever. … It’s been a wild ride, and it won’t be the last you’ll see of me.”
Despite the fact that Monaco's final scenes were filmed months ago, the shocking death of Sam was broadcast during the Oct. 30 episode, leaving fans in disbelief. The actress was taken by surprise by the show's decision to write off her character, with the news of her departure coming out in August. Sam's tragic end occurred after she selflessly donated her liver to save Lulu Spencer, bringing a heroic yet heart-wrenching conclusion to her 21-year journey on the show.
Monaco made her debut as Sam McCall on Oct. 1, 2003, quickly winning over fans. Prior to appearing on General Hospital, she played Livvie Locke on the short-lived spinoff, Port Charles. Throughout the years, Lindsay Hartley filled in for Sam temporarily in 2020, 2022, and 2024.
Monaco's portrayal of Sam garnered widespread praise, earning her a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2006. She was also nominated in 2003 for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her role as Livvie on Port Charles.
As fans grapple with the departure of both Sam and Monaco from the show, the behind-the-scenes footage serves as a poignant reminder of her lasting impact on General Hospital.
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