General Hospital says goodbye to major character…
Sofia Mattsson has left Port Charles.
After starring as Sasha Gilmore on “General Hospital” for seven years, the actress, 34, departed the collection on Friday.
In the episode, Sasha reunited with her dad, Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers), and determined to transfer away to spend time with her dad and mom and new child daughter, Daisy.
Sofia Mattsson on “General Hospital.” Disney via Getty Images
Steve Burton’s Jason wished Sasha a farewell in a manner that would make it simple for the star to return.
As he put it, “You’ll always have a home to come back to.”
“There was a good time in the storyline for Sofia to leave to pursue other opportunities in film and TV,” the show’s rep instructed TV Insider on Friday. “But she is open for a return in the future.”
Sofia Mattsson and Steve Burton on the cleaning soap opera. Disney via Getty Images
“It was emotional for sure,” Mattsson added to the outlet about her final day on set. “Cleaning out my room and knowing that I wouldn’t see all my friends there like usual every other day felt sad. But everyone was so supportive and excited for me.”
While her exit feels “bittersweet,” the cleaning soap opera vet is trying ahead to what lies forward.
“I’ve had such a great time, but I’m also excited for a new chapter and to continue my acting journey in new projects.”
Sofia Mattsson as Sasha Gilmore. Disney via Getty Images
But Mattsson isn’t saying goodbye to cleaning soap operas for good.
“I’d have to see what the role was,” she confessed about the prospect of returning in the future, “but I’m definitely not opposed to coming back to the soap world. I think being on a soap is one of the best jobs you can have as an actress.”
Mattsson first joined the ABC drama in 2018 and appeared in over 500 episodes. In 2022, her sister, actress Helena Mattsson, took over the position of Sasha for two episodes when Mattsson was away.
Sofia Mattsson as pregnant Sasha Gilmore. Disney via Getty Images
Meanwhile, the “Becoming Bond” alum’s last scene with Rogers, 79, comes on the heels of his cancer announcement.
On Thursday, the “General Hospital” star shared his health battle with followers through his publicist, Anthony Turk.
“Beloved Emmy-winning actor Tristan Rogers, best known for his role as Robert Scorpio on the daytime drama, ‘General Hospital,’ revealed to his fans that he has been diagnosed with cancer,” Turk’s assertion, obtained by Soap Opera Digest, learn.
Tristan Rogers and Maurice Benard. ABC via Getty Images
“While he remains hopeful and is working closely with his medical team on a treatment plan, this is a challenging time for Tristan and his family. As they face both the emotional and physical burdens that come with this diagnosis, the family kindly asks for privacy and understanding,” the publicist continued.
Turk didn’t reveal what form of cancer Rogers was battling. He did, however, thank those who have caught by the actor and his household.
“They are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support and love from their friends and family. Tristan sends his love to his fans and wants them to know how much he appreciates their loyalty and encouragement over the years,” the assertion concluded. “This support means more to him now than ever. Future updates will be shared if deemed appropriate by Tristan and his family.”
Kin Shriner as Scott Baldwin on “General Hospital.” ABC via Getty Images
Rogers has performed District Attorney Robert Scorpio on and off since 1980.
He first portrayed the character from his begin in the ’80s until 1992, when he first left the show. He’s made a number of returns to Port Charles over the many years.
In 2018, the Emmy winner instructed Soap Opera Digest why he loves taking part in the beloved district attorney.
Kelly Monaco and Cameron Mathison on the ABC drama. ABC via Getty Images
“Robert has always had kind of a glib approach to everything; he’s a bit of a smart-mouth,” Rogers defined.
“I’m working with a lot of different people,” he added of his comeback. “And I think the fans are going to like it.”
“General Hospital” is at the moment in its 62nd season after debuting in 1963. In latest years, the collection has undergone quite a few forged shake-ups.
Last summer season, Kelly Monaco, who starred as Sam McCall from 2003 to 2024, blasted the cleaning soap after she was fired following a 21-year run. The star, 49, claimed it was “retaliation.”
Eva LaRue during her one yr run on “GH.” Disney
Monaco replied to a remark on Soap Hub’s Instagram post that learn, “What do you got concrete in your head she wasn’t fired she didn’t take the pay cut so she had to leave.”
In response, the actress wrote: “‘No primary role’.. do your homework. When Billy Miller was fired, Sam’s storyline stopped. Stripping Sam of every characteristic she had. Something I worked for decades to build… Slowly dismantling her, into a character that I did not recognize, let alone the audience. Call it what you will… retaliation at it [sic] finest. I will give a proper statement. The truth will set you free.”
Shortly after, Brooklyn Rae Silzer, who portrayed Emma Drake for 13 years, was changed by Braedyn Bruner. The 19-year-old shared on X that she was “forever grateful” for her position.
Kirsten Storms as Maxie Jones. Disney via Getty Images
Kin Shriner, who performed the enduring Scott Baldwin from 1977 to 2024, confirmed he was let go from the show final yr, as effectively.
The actor, 71, starred in over 1,700 episodes of “General Hospital.” Shriner also reprised his position on the short-lived spinoff, “Port Charles,” from 1997 to 2002. But after more than 40 years as the Port Charles villain, he was written off.
One viewer took to X to ask why Scott had just disappeared with no point out, penning: “Wow, nothing like disrespecting your longest serving character…#GH.”
“General Hospital” forged picture. ABC via Getty Images
Shriner echoed the fan’s sentiments, retweeting the post and responding, “I don’t understand any of it, I went to get glazed donuts and coffee for the doctor!!”
Earlier this month, Eva LaRue also bid adieu to the group of Port Charles. After taking part in Natalia Rogers-Ramirez for only one yr, she exited the cleaning soap.
But there have been no laborious emotions for the star.
“General Hospital” airs Monday-Friday on ABC. Disney via Getty Images
“I was originally only supposed to be on the show for a couple of months,” LaRue, 58, shared with Soap Digest. “And it ended up being a much longer run, which was great.”
Last week, Kirsten Storms revealed she is taking an prolonged break from the collection after taking part in Maxie Jones for practically 20 years.
The actress, 41, is relocating to Nashville with her daughter, Harper, 11, whom she shares with her ex-husband and fellow cleaning soap star, Brandon Borash.
The forged and crew of “General Hospital” celebrates the 15,000th episode milestone. ABC via Getty Images
“It’s possible I will be back in December, maybe November,” Storms mentioned in an Instagram video. “I promise you the story line they have going on until my return to Port Charles is kind of incredible. You guys are gonna freak out actually.”
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