General Hospital Fans Outraged Over Major Character Exit and Executive Decisions
Longtime fans of General Hospital are reaching a boiling point — and their frustration is squarely aimed at executive producer Frank Valentini.
Viewers are calling for the soap to fire the longtime EP, citing a string of unpopular decisions. But what has pushed the fanbase over the edge?
The unexpected firing of fan-favorite actress Kelly Monaco, who portrayed Sam McCall for over two decades, has sparked an uproar.
Since 2003, Monaco has been a staple in Port Charles, bringing intensity, vulnerability, and passion to the character of Sam.
Her complex relationships with characters like Jason Morgan and Dante Falconeri made her a central figure in the show’s most beloved storylines.
So, when news broke in August that Monaco had been fired, fans were stunned — and furious. Many assumed Sam would be written off quietly or sent away off-screen. However, it now appears the writers are going a more dramatic route.
In a recent plot twist, Sam discovered she was a liver donor match for Lulu Spencer, who has been in a coma for years. Initially hesitant, Sam wrestled with the life-altering decision.
But in true Sam McCall fashion — fearless and loyal to a fault — she ultimately chose to go through with the risky surgery.
Her final act wasn’t just noble, it was deeply symbolic of the strength and sacrifice that defined her character. Friday’s cliffhanger saw Sam being wheeled into the operating room — a moment that may mark her last appearance on the show.
Although her exact final airdate hasn’t been confirmed, the implications are clear: Sam may not survive the surgery, and Kelly Monaco’s run on the soap is officially ending.
The decision to write off such a beloved character has left fans devastated. Social media has been flooded with hashtags like #JusticeForSam and #FireFrankValentini, with many longtime viewers threatening to stop watching the show altogether.
Adding to the backlash is the perceived mishandling of Monaco’s exit. Some fans speculate she wasn’t given the farewell she deserved after 21 years of service to the show.
Others are angry that her departure wasn’t more openly acknowledged or honored by the network.
Despite the controversy, many fans have expressed their admiration for how Monaco chose to portray Sam’s final arc. “She went out the way Sam would — brave, selfless, and with heart,” one viewer wrote.
Others praised the actress for making the most of a difficult situation and delivering one last emotional performance that reminded audiences why they fell in love with Sam in the first place.
As the dust settles, the future of General Hospital hangs in the balance. Valentini has yet to publicly address the backlash, but the message from fans is loud and clear: they want change — and they want it now.
