‘General Hospital’ fans, brace yourselves. In a bombshell interview, the show’s co-head writers have finally confirmed a long-standing rumor that will forever change Port Charles. While giving a sneak peek into the highly anticipated arrival of soap legend Erika Slezak, they also delivered heartbreaking news about a beloved, long-running character.

After months of speculation, it’s now official: the iconic Monica Quartermaine, a character on the canvas for nearly 50 years, has passed away. Co-head writers Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten shared with TV Insider that the news will devastate the Quartermaine family, hitting Jason and Tracy particularly hard.

But as the Quartermaines prepare for a “grand goodbye” to their matriarch, a new chapter is about to begin. Slezak, known for her powerful role as Victoria Lord on ‘One Life to Live,’ is stepping into Port Charles with a purpose. The writers expressed their excitement about securing such a powerhouse talent, saying she will “challenge the status quo” and make waves across the entire cast.

The biggest twist, however, lies in her character’s arrival. Slezak’s mysterious new character will make her debut at Monica’s memorial, bringing with her a surprising connection to the Quartermaine clan and other characters in town. While the writers kept the specifics under wraps, a report from Daytime Confidential has revealed an unprecedented secret that will rewrite the show’s history: Slezak is rumored to be playing Monica’s sister.

This detail is a game-changer for fans, as Monica was always established as an orphan with no direct family ties. The introduction of a secret sibling after all these years adds a layer of depth and drama that only ‘General Hospital’ can deliver. The stage is set for a powerful farewell, a shocking family reunion, and the unraveling of a secret kept hidden for decades.

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