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GH Stars Debunk Rumors of Kelly Monaco's Exit *UPDATE*

The reaction amongst GH fans regarding Soap Opera Digest's breaking news of a possible Sam McCall recast was mixed, as evidenced by the animate discussions on various message boards and social networking sites. In response to our report, one fan commented "If KeMo is leaving the show I wish they would just kill off the Sam character.... Because Kelly's last day on the show is the last day I will be watching GH!". But, some fans weren't so unhappy. "I am so happy that she is leaving. I can go back to watching GH again." said one commenter.

After hours of discussion regarding Kelly's pending departure, it wasn't another magazine or credible online news site to debunk SOD's report. It was Kelly's co-stars! Over on her official twitter page, Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis) was the first to knock down the rumor. In response to a fellow tweeter asking if she had any information regarding Kelly's departure, Nancy responded with: "NOT LEAVING...RELAX". A few minutes later, she posted another tweet: "4 the love of God, she is not going anywhere. Don't believe everything u read.... suckers..and I say that with so much love!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Fellow co-star Steve Burton, who recently re-signed, also added comment on his official twitter page last night: "Kelly Monaco is not leaving."

An hour later, Kelly posted a cryptic status update on her official Facebook page, "If u fail... Pick yourself up n try again."

While this has surely made many fans of Ms. Monaco, some are choosing to wait for further word from ABC and/or Kelly herself before jumping for joy. In the meantime, Soap Opera Source will continue to provide updates on this as more information is made available.

8/11 UPDATE

ABC Soaps In Depth confirmed Kelly Monaco has re-signed with General Hospital. "I re-signed my contract," the actress told Soaps In Depth this afternoon. "For another year."

Comments (11)

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Kelly should not leave if anyone should leave it should be REBECCA HERBST i just want to throw a chair at that character
Vensasha , February 28, 2010
Carly
This Carly is not"Carly" she is enthusiastic and sweet but not Carly. Sorry that this actress is being signed on for multiple years...Not Carly.
Kathy , January 02, 2010
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Kelly needs to leave GH.maybe the ratings would go up!IMO KEMO SUCKS
bara , December 07, 2009
She sucks!!! , Low-rated comment [Show]
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I new she wasn't going anywhere , Low-rated comment [Show]
jasam , Low-rated comment [Show]
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yea love kelly and Jasam !!!
JACKIE , August 11, 2009 | " rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> url
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recasting sam would be worse than when they recasted carly. there is no topping Stelly's chemistry.
a , August 11, 2009
Ladyoutlaw2008
I LOVE JASAM... Kelly Monaco is a brilliant actress. She brings so much chemistry & excitement to Sam...she is Sam. her & Jason belong together & are the best couple on GH. If GH loses Kelly, they will lose a lot of fans. In fact, after they broke up Jasam, I stopped watching for 2 years & until recently, when GH reeled me back in, I only watch because of the Jason & Sam scenes. They are magical & fun to watch. I just love this couple soooooo much. I hope she stays & I hope that GH will keep this couple together. Sam makes Jason better.
Ladyoutlaw2008 , August 11, 2009
JASAM
PLEASE DON'T GET RID OF SAM OR JASON ON GENERAL HOSPITAL!!! THEY ARE THE BEST CHARACTERS YOU HAVE!!!! IF THEY GO, SO DO I...AND A LOT MORE FANS FROM WHAT I'VE HEARD!
A Faithful General Hospital Fan , August 10, 2009

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