General Hospital
Kelly Monaco Shares Final Photo with the Davis Girls and Adds On Her GH Exit, “Doesn’t Make Any Sense to Me”
In a touching post on her Instagram over the weekend, General Hospital’s exiting Kelly Monaco shared a photo sitting alongside her TV family, the Davis Girls. Monaco is in the photo next to Kate Mansi (Kristina), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis) and Kristen Vaganos (Molly).
Along with the photo, Kelly captioned it, “Last scene with the Davis girls. 😘🥲🙏🏻 still doesn’t make any sense to me.” The first person to comment in the post was TV mom, Nancy Lee Grahn, who shared, “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.”- Albert Einstein. I love you. All will be All will be well. There are some things a TV mother just knows.”
On Friday, September 27th, Monaco wrapped her almost 21-year run as Sam McCall after being told in August the plans to let her go. Kelly’s last episode is scheduled to air later this fall and according to reports, Sam is being killed-off the canvas. GH has not offered to any outlet an official comment on Kelly’s departure from the series.
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A groundswell of support began after news of Monaco’s dismissal from the long-running ABC soap opera where the #IStandWithKelly campaign picked up steam, and as of this writing now has over 16.4K signatures on a petition asking for GH to reconsider their position and rehire Kelly.
Monaco has indicated that she will give a “proper statement”on her exit when the time is right as many are waiting to hear from the beloved actress from her perspective of what went down behind the scenes. In a cute photo below, Kelly was on set and in scenes the same day as Van Hansis debuted as the new Lucas Jones.
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Kelly’s mom, Carmina Monaco took to X on her daughter’s last day and shared, “On this final day, just four days shy of the anniversary of her first episode on October 1, 2003, Kelly will close the door of her dressing room for the last time. This moment is a difficult one, but knowing that she has had such an incredible, devoted fan base has given her strength.”
So what do you think of Kelly’s final behind the scene photo with the Davis Girls? Hard to believe this group will be down one family member in the weeks to come. Check out the snap below then share your thoughts in the comment section.
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I have loved #GH and watched it religiously for more than 50 years (even if I had to tape it and watch later). But I am so angry with Frank Valentini and those at ABC, Disney and General Hospital who have done this to Kelly Monaco that all the excitement I used to feel for the show is totally gone. What a shame.
That just goes to show you that these idiots in charge DO CARE ABOUT THE FANS their VIEWERS!
They only do what they want, I can only wish they walked them out and see how it feels.
These things happen. Heck, even total shoes are let go. Actors and characters come and go, often not of their choice. For me, Sam ran out of story. Others could go too, I think.
Absolutely agree
Doesnt make any sense but Kelly is a star, brighter than anyone else on that measly show, and she will find something better to do.
I’m holding out and choosing to believe that something good will be changed, and that Kelly and Sam will be back sooner then later. I really can’t believe the show is doing this. I love this show and the actors on it, but don’t feel the same about the writers and FV, some shady shit Is going on at GH and its sad that we the viewers have to pay for it.
Nothing has made sense with this show since the constant writers merry go round. Need to have stayed with the core characters. Obviously ABC wants the show canceled. They may not have to wait very long with 1.8M viewers. Miss you Kelly but consider the change as a blessing.
You mean core characters like Lucky Spencer, Lulu Spencer, Lucas Jones, a new, wonderful focus on Tracy Quartermaine, a ton of air time for Anna, Robert, Felicia, Mack and a fun, even if short return for Holly Sutton, the soon to return from vacation Genie Francis as Laura Collins, those kind of core characters that have been around far longer than Sam McCall and have had front burner storylines as of late? With ABC/GH not putting out a statement, Kelly not putting out a statement there is clearly more here than just a storyline dictated exit. My take, just conjecture, is that there was maybe some not so positive behavior or issues from Kelly. Or maybe it’s simply that, while I used to very much enjoy the character of Sam, Kelly has been phoning it in for a long time now, basically just recited her lines with little to no emotion or depth. Has she had some crap story, yes, but even when given great material to work with, she has been giving the same, dull, monotone performance for too many years now and I’m excited for what is to come. Losing a core character is sometimes just necessary to keep things fresh and bring great story.
Well said. Completely agree!
Bravo! I second this.
Jeremy
You captured everything perfectly here.
The show seems more balanced. Clear example is episode count for September. Appearing in the most episodes – Elizabeth! Not Sonny nor Carly. The vets are key to story – not just afterthoughts.
I’m just not a fan of Sam or the actress. This was a good move, and I’m looking forward to the changes that are coming.
They only run out of story when they don’t have imaginative writers.Shame on you general hospital.
They write people into a corner and then get rid of them cuz they don’t have a story?! Having Violet struggle is also dumb write something for these talented actors! Where is Olivia? Dr O? Scottie? Kelly can act they need writers who can write…
It’s sad if anyone loses a job but that is the nature of show business and many actors would be over the moon to have had a gig that lasted two decades. I can’t wait to see the fall out all across the canvas that Sam’s death will cause. Going to be an emotional fall with lots of good story, for sure.
The show doesn’t need more tragedy. It’s one death after another either by horrible disease, babies born dead or killed from a fall, or crime. Getting rid of legacy characters from a soap which is a genre about legacy families and legacy characters, is always a mistake. They start eliminating all the history and viewers who have watched for a long time are just chucked on the side along with the actors to bring aboard new eyes. Back in the day, there were able to incorporate both by keeping various generations of the legacy families. Now, they’re obliterating them.
This is one, long time, but not necessarily legacy character. You know who are legacy characters, Lucky & Lulu Spencer who have just been brought back, Lucas Jones who was just brought back, Anna, Robert, Mack & Felicia who are all getting a lot of deserved story and screen time.
There must be more to this and the way ABC/GH AND Kelly are remaining quiet, this is seems to me to be some kind of dismissal for bad behavior or simply poor job performance given that Kelly, although once full of fire, has been giving a lackluster, monotone, robotic performance for several years now, whether the material she had was good or not and yes, some of it has not been good.
I have been saying all of this to my other friends who watch for a few years now, if she wasn’t going to do and better, play ball as it were, it was time for her to go.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).
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In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
General Hospital fans took to social media following the airing of the Wednesday, October 21 episode of the ABC daytime drama series. In story, Molly (Kristen Vaganos) reveals to Alexis (Nancy Lee Grahn) that she has received an offer to join the top law firm in Chicago that practices civil law. She says it’s her dream job.
The problem Molly says is relocating from Port Charles and uprooting her life and being away from her mother, Scout and boyfriend Cody Bell (Josh Kelly). Wistful that she may lose another daughter to a long-distance situation (Kristina left a few months back to go to medical school in California), Alexis urged Molly to get Cody to go with her.
Molly still seemed concerned and has trouble committing to the idea. Alexis tells her to talk it over with Cody. Meanwhile, Cody asked Tracy (Jane Elliot) is he can have Thanksgiving off because he and Molly planned to spend Thanksgiving together with their families. After initially balking, Tracy agrees.
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WILL MOLLY AND CODY HEAD TO CHI-TOWN?
Later, Cody shows up at Miller & Davis and the conversation turned to Thanksgiving dinner that Alexis is hosting. Molly and Cody asked her not to cook anything. Cody hugged Molly reassuring Alexis that he and Molly would take care of whatever was needed on Turkey Day.
So, this raises the question, why out of nowhere are we learning that Molly received an amazing law offer in Chicago, if the character was not being written out? If Molly leaves the canvas, would the character of Cody make his exit too?
Kristen Vaganos joined GH as a recast Molly Lansing-Davis back in September of 2023 and went on contract in August of 2024. Josh Kelly began playing Cody Bell back in June of 2022. Initial reports were that Kelly joined the show on contract and then as of June 2025 went on recurring status with the show per his choice.
Do you see a world where GH is writing out Molly and Cody? Would you be sad to see Kristen and Josh exit the soap opera? If this is not what is going on, is this just a plot point for some other story that is upcoming? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
It’s been over two-years since his last appearance on General Hospital, now fan favorite Kin Shriner (Scott Baldwin) has taken to social media to share his thoughts on the casting of his grown-up TV daughter, Serena Baldwin now played by Kelly Kruger.
Kelly took over the role of Serena on-screen starting with the July 30, 2026 episode and has been ensconced in the storyline with her mother, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring), in trying to win back full creative control of Deception for her.
In fact on the Monday, October 19 episode of the ABC soap opera, Serena tried to dupe Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) into signing over Michael’s (Rory Gibson) shares of the company. Jason caught on and wondered why she was doing this. She claimed she just wanted to help her mom gain creative control from Tracy (Jane Elliot) rather than full ownership, and begged Jason to keep quiet about it, which he agreed to for now.
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WHERE IS SCOTT?
On Monday, Shriner also took to X and said, “I think Kelly Kruger is doing a great job on General Hospital, and she and Lynn Herring work well together.” That was followed by comments in his thread about the show needing to bring back Scott too.
In fact, back on August 25, Shriner also took to X with a reminder that Scott is still around and ready to come back to Port Charles, sharing, “Scotty Baldwin always fits in he just needs the right sport coat !!!!”
The last time Serena mentioned her father Scott was when Kruger made her debut and informed Lucy that her father was, “living his best life in Key West.” Meanwhile, Shriner posts on his X account continually and shared back on August 2, that it has been 49 years since he made his on-screen debut as then teenaged, Scotty Baldwin and thanked the fans for al the love and support.
So, now let us know, are you enjoying Kelly Kruger as Serena Baldwin? Do you want to see GH bring back Scott Baldwin into the story, so Serena has both her parents in Port Charles? Do you like the potential of Jason and Serena pairing? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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