Hi, old friends! 2025 has felt like a rollercoaster ride for General Hospital fans—you barely have time to process one character’s exit before the next bombshell drops. As someone who’s followed the show for twenty years, I, editor Marie, decided it’s time for a “major roundup” to dig into the real reasons why 11 main actors left. Some left with grace, others like they were kicked out the door. Some swore it was just a “brief break,” but never came back.
Don’t blink—this is a high-density info drop packed with the real tea. Let’s break it down one by one!
1. Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis)
Playing Alexis Davis since 1996, Nancy Lee Grahn has been a core pillar of General Hospital, with a net worth exceeding $3 million. But her 2025 exit was far from graceful. Officially, she left for long-term treatment after a stroke and melanoma diagnosis.
Rumors of Katelyn MacMullen’s departure have been swirling, though nothing’s been confirmed. Still, the signs are there.
She reportedly clashed badly with another female cast member, who some believe to be a “producer favorite,” resulting in Katelyn’s reduced screen time. She’s reposted several tributes to Chad Duell (Michael’s actor) and expressed regret over his departure—interpreted as taking a side.
Although there’s no official exit announcement, insiders say her character is being quietly phased out.
Marie’s verdict: Silent on the surface, stormy beneath—her showdown moment just hasn’t come yet.
5. Cameron Mathison (Drew Cain)
Cameron Mathison—known for his upbeat roles—may have been written off in 2025, with his character relocating to Washington, D.
In real life, he signed a movie deal with Great American Media in 2023, leaving little time for soap filming. To make matters worse, he lost his home in the LA wildfires, but stayed remarkably positive. These experiences clearly reshaped his priorities. There’s been no formal farewell, but based on his storyline and packed schedule, his exit seems baked into the script.
Marie’s verdict: Tragedy and opportunity met—he chose a new life and stage.
6. Anthony Geary (Luke Spencer)
Anthony Geary, a nine-time Daytime Emmy winner, has officially closed the book on General Hospital. He once said, “I don’t want to play Luke anymore, and I don’t want to be remembered only as Luke.”
That line was both liberating and final. While rumors of a cameo kept surfacing, Geary personally shut them down.
He now lives in Europe, far from Hollywood. Insiders say he lost enthusiasm for the role years ago, rejecting repeated attempts to “resurrect” his character. He wanted a clean break—with zero regrets.
Marie’s verdict: Not just leaving, but locking the door behind him—for good.
7. Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth Webber)
Rebecca Herbst’s journey with the show has been a tug-of-war. With a net worth over $4.2 million, she’s one of the most prominent women on the show—but it hasn’t been smooth sailing.
In 2011, she was abruptly fired over alleged contract issues and rumors that her love-triangle plots had lost appeal. She herself said she “never saw it coming.” Fans revolted online, and the studio reversed course and rehired her.
Though she’s stayed on since, concerns over her character’s screen time have never gone away. The studio’s stance toward her remains delicate—and many fear history could repeat.
Marie’s verdict: Still here, but always on the edge of the exit.
