Sofia Mattsson Leaving General Hospital After 7 Years

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Sofia Mattsson is saying goodbye to Port Charles.

Following a span of seven years, the character portrayed by the 34-year-old actress is stepping down from her role as Sasha Gilmore, the child of Holly Sutton (Emma Samms) and Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers). In her last appearance on July 18, Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) assisted her in leaving the country to ensure the safety of her baby Daisy.

And for the actress, her long tenure on the show was a pleasant surprise.

Sofia shared with TV Insider in an interview on July 18 that she initially thought her role would only last for a few episodes, but she stayed much longer than expected. She added that the time passed incredibly quickly, and from the beginning, she viewed each day as a chance to grow as an actress. In truth, this perspective never wavered. She feels she learned something new every single day until the end of her stint.

She pondered more about what it felt like to walk onto the stage during the initial stages of the program in her career.

She admitted feeling quite excited and overloaded, in a positive sense, she added. Adapting to the swift tempo and dense content was challenging at first, but it was something I relished. Additionally, I really enjoyed Sasha’s initial rebellious phase – it’s always intriguing to portray such characters.

As I delved into my latest project, a show that’s been gracing our screens since 1963, I found myself fortunate enough to collaborate with veterans of the soap opera world. Pioneers like Michelle Stafford and Donnell Turner were instrumental in guiding me through this new chapter, offering their wisdom and experience to ensure a smooth transition into this esteemed community.

She enthused, saying honestly, “Most folks on this show are quite supportive towards those who are just starting out.” It seems they all recall the confusion that comes with being a beginner!

In the end, her debut role on a soap opera turned out to be unforgettable, as she herself described, “The numerous plot twists throughout were simply part of what made it such a thrilling acting adventure.

For more starts who have left hit TV shows, read on.

Jax Taylor is not coming back to The Valley for season three, as fan concerns over his conduct during the second season continue to escalate.

Currently, my priorities lie in maintaining my sobriety, improving my mental well-being, and effective coparenting. In July 2025, I made it clear that this time is crucial for me to grow into the best person possible – primarily for our son, Cruz, as his well-being is paramount. (Bravo star, amid a contentious divorce from wife Brittany Cartwright)

Tracy Ifeachor, a prominent star on The Pitt show, decided to depart from the popular HBO Max medical drama following its successful initial season.

On Instagram, the actress expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to portray Dr. Heather Collins during an exceptional season and production. She thanked everyone who watched, supported, and followed Season 1, as well as those who shared their experiences with her. [Posted on July 10]

It’s possible that viewers might have anticipated the end for Pedro Pascal’s character Joel Miller, as his in-game death in April 2025 mirrored closely what occurred in “The Last of Us Part II”, a game that served as the basis for the second season of “The Last of Us”. The scene where his character was viciously impaled left quite an impact.

Meanwhile, Pascal, who met an onscreen demise in both ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, handled his frequent death scenes with humor. He quipped to ‘Entertainment Weekly’, “I get killed a lot… I enjoy dying.

Following what he referred to as “one exhilarating journey,” Peter Krause formally ended his character’s tenure as Captain Bobby Nash of the LA Fire Department on a 2025 episode of the procedural drama, 9-1-1.

In a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, Krause stated that Bobby Nash was crafted with sacrifice in mind. Just like real-life first responders who put their lives at risk for our safety, his character’s journey pays tribute to them.

In response to the intense discussion surrounding the death of the troubled yet cherished firefighter character, showrunner Tim Minear confirmed to Variety, “Given our eight-year run, it seemed necessary if we are to continue crafting impactful stories with genuine tension, someone had to depart.

Before the upcoming third season of “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” it was revealed that Reneé Rapp will be departing from the show’s cast.

She shared on social media in July 2023, “Some college friends took me to Los Angeles and connected me with amazing individuals. Almost three years have passed now – it’s resulted in friendships like yours and this vibrant community.

The co-creator of the show, Mindy Kaling, also verified Rapp’s departure, expressing their affection for Renee Rapp and acknowledging they will miss Leighton Murray. On her Instagram Stories, she wrote, “We adore @reneerapp so much and it’s going to be tough to say goodbye! However, we can’t wait to catch our friend on tour as their music career flourishes!

Over a year ago, there were whispers about Kevin Costner leaving the successful Paramount drama after four and a half seasons. However, it wasn’t until June 2024 that he officially stated he wouldn’t be returning to complete the series during its fifth and final season.

Following 19 years portraying Meredith Grey, Ellen Pompeo concluded her role as a main cast member on the ABC drama, wrapping up her tenure in February of 2023.

In an interview on The Drew Barrymore Show in December 2022, Pompeo expressed the need for change, stating, “I need to shake things up a bit.” At that time, she had already made a return appearance in May and was still providing narration. As someone aged 53, she compared her brain to scrambled eggs and mentioned that one can’t do the New York Times crossword puzzle every day because variety is essential.

Henry Cavill, who played a key role in the movie “Batman vs. Superman”, has announced he’s leaving Netflix’s fantasy series after its third season. Liam Hemsworth is set to take over the role of Geralt from season four and possibly beyond.

In an Instagram post in October 2022, Cavill expressed that his time as Geralt of Rivia has been a mix of challenges (monsters) and exciting experiences (adventures). Sadly, he will be relinquishing the medallion and swords for Season 4.

Originally, Jesse Lee Soffer, one of the series regulars, handed in his badge in the year 2022, marking the end of his ten-season run as the cherished character Detective Jay Halstead. In simpler terms, Soffer, who played Detective Jay Halstead for a decade, decided to leave the show in 2022.

In his final episode on October 5th, Soffer expressed that crafting this weekly hour-long drama has been a heartfelt endeavor for everyone involved, and he remains immensely proud of his role as Detective Jay Halstead throughout his tenure.

After five seasons, Damian Lewis departed Showtime’s Billions in Oct. 2021.

Back in August of 2021, it became known that Emily VanCamp has permanently put away her medical stethoscope. This is because she left the show “The Resident” on Fox.

Following three entertaining seasons playing the eldest sister Macy on the CW’s reboot of Charmed, Madeleine Mantock made known her decision to depart before the commencement of season four in 2021. In a heartfelt statement, the actress expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with exceptional producers, creatives, cast and crew, stating how much she cherished the experience.

It turns out that Elizabeth Keen won’t be able to uncover Raymond Reddington’s true identity, as Megan Boone, the actress who plays her, decided to depart from NBC’s The Blacklist at the end of season eight. Regrettably, her character was terminated before she could lay eyes on the letter that would have exposed all secrets. In 2021, Boone commemorated the conclusion of Liz’s journey with an Instagram post, describing it as a “dream.

In the second season of Bridgerton, there was a missing duke, referring to the departure of breakout star Rege-Jean Page from Netflix’s popular drama series, causing heartbreak among many viewers when it was confirmed that he wouldn’t return for the 2021 season.

He clarified to Vanity Fair later on, “I took on a task, completed it, and then handled some additional tasks. That’s the gist of it. I had hoped there would be more excitement to the tale, but unfortunately, it wasn’t.

Ruby Rose initially appeared in the Arrowverse crossover in 2018 and then played the leading role as Kate Kane, also known as Batwoman, in one season of the CW drama from 2019-2020. This made her the first openly lesbian superhero to lead a TV show, as Batwoman came out in a significant on-screen moment. However, she announced her departure only two days after the season finale. The role was subsequently filled by Javicia Leslie, who will take over as Ryan Wilder, set to assume control of the Batcave in season two.

Later on in season two, Kate got a bit of a face swap and returned played by Wallis Day.

America Ferrera chose to depart from Superstore at the conclusion of its fifth season in 2020, thereby leaving Cloud 9 without a manager and the series without its main character. However, due to the pandemic, she appeared in the initial two episodes of season six. Later, when it was decided that season six would be the last one, she returned for the series finale to provide Amy and Jonah (Ben Feldman) with a satisfying conclusion.

In the finale of the Syfy series The Magicians during its fourth season in 2019, Jason Ralph’s character Quentin embarked on a mission to rescue Eliot (Hale Appleman), which he ultimately accomplished but at the cost of his own life. Although the show often has characters who pass away—being titled The Magicians as it is—Ralph was absent for the fifth and final season.

Ahead of the final season, Arrow‘s Emily Bett Rickards announced her exit in a poem of sorts.

Felicity and I have always been close, but starting from the eighth, we’ll no longer be around.” (She wrote this.)

She did, however, return for a guest appearance in the show’s 2020 series finale.

Lauren Cohan left The Walking Dead in 2018 after contract disputes, but she returned to the show in its 16th episode of season 10, which aired in October 2020, following her ABC series Whiskey Cavalier being canceled.)

Immediately following the departures of Cohan and Andrew Lincoln from the zombie drama, Gurira also announced her exit. She had joined the AMC series during season three as Michonne, the character who uses a katana, and her final appearance was in a season 10 episode that aired in March 2020.

In the first season, Nicollette Sheridan was a frequent character, and she became a main cast member in the second season, portraying the legendary Alexis Carrington. However, in 2019, prior to the start of season three, she decided to leave the reboot of the series to be with her mother who was unwell.

As a devoted devotee, I found myself stepping away from the CBS reboot in the year of 2019, right smack dab in the middle of season three. In that moment, my heart yearned for more quality time with my cherished family, and thus, I made the decision to prioritize them over my professional commitments.

After Clayne Crawford was fired in the second season of Fox’s “Lethal Weapon,” Damon Wayans announced his plans to depart the successful series after completing a 13-episode third season in December 2018. In October, he explained that as a 58-year-old diabetic working long hours, he felt ‘too old for this’.)

They didn’t have to devise a new plan since the series ended after its third season instead.

In my role as a lifestyle expert, I’d say: When Cameron Monaghan bid farewell to “Shameless” during its ninth season, his character found himself behind bars. However, off-screen, Monaghan was eager to dive into fresh opportunities after nine years on the show. Yet, in an unexpected turn of events that mirrors the drama of television, he agreed to return for season 10 and made a comeback when the series returned for its 11th and final season in December 2020.

After nine seasons as Fiona Gallagher, Emmy Rossum announced plans to leave Shameless in 2018.

In a statement, executive producer John Wells noted that Emmy Rossum will always be an integral part of the “Shameless” family. Her exceptional portrayal of Fiona, leadership on set, and direction of several episodes have been key to the show’s success. They are currently working diligently to create a fitting season nine finale for “Shameless”, aiming to bid farewell to Fiona in a manner befitting her character and Emmy’s exceptional performance. Though it’s sad when an ensemble member decides to leave, their door will always be open for Fiona to return or move back in. John is excited to continue telling the stories of this unpredictable family on “Shameless”, and everyone involved looks forward to missing Emmy and her captivating Fiona.

As an ardent fan, I can’t help but reminisce about the unforgettable moment when Chelsea Peretti graced our screens as a cast member of Brooklyn Nine-Nine during its debut on NBC. However, her tenure with the show was not as prolonged as I would have wished. In a heartfelt series of tweets back in 2018, this comedic genius announced her decision to bid adieu to the series, yet she left the door open for a potential return. Interestingly, her farewell message bore striking resemblance to Emily Rossum’s departure from Shameless. A year prior, Chelsea welcomed a precious bundle of joy with her husband, Jordan Peele. Her character was given a maternity break and was absent in several episodes during season five.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: After nine grueling seasons of battling the undead on The Walking Dead, Andrew Lincoln bid farewell to the grime, gore, and heart-pounding action. At San Diego Comic-Con in July 2018, he shared his heartfelt sentiments: “The cast has become an extraordinary surrogate family for me. However, it’s time for me to return home to my real family.

After 15 years, Pauley Perrette chose to take off her lab coat and depart from NCIS in the year 2018. She explained, “I have such strong faith in God and the universe, and it suddenly became incredibly clear that now was the right moment.” After careful contemplation, she opted to reveal this decision herself on Twitter because she didn’t want it to be sensationalized. Abby leaving is more than just a typical TV plot twist.

It was previously revealed in 2018 by show boss Marc Guggenheim that actress Willa Holland, a regular cast member on The CW’s Arrow, had been planning to leave the series for some time. Holland requested a reduction in her episode appearances and eventually asked to be written off during season six. Interestingly, her exit coincided with the return of Roy (played by Colton Haynes), Thea’s boyfriend, which led them to depart together on a mission to destroy the hazardous Lazarus Pits that Thea’s father had discovered before his death.

Grace Park, a star who rose to prominence on “Battlestar Galactica”, departed from “Hawaii Five-0” before its eighth season in 2017. She and fellow cast member Daniel Dae Kim parted ways when discussions about achieving equal pay with their fellow actors didn’t reach a successful conclusion.

Park expressed gratitude for the valuable lessons he acquired, but ultimately made decisions based on his personal integrity, as he shared with Entertainment Weekly. He acknowledged that others strive to do their best, given their unique perspectives and experiences.

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