General Hospital’s Kate Mansi Confirms Exit From Show

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Kate Mansi is clocking out. 

After playing Kristina Corinthos-Davis on General Hospital for three years—as the daughter of characters Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) and Alexis Davis (Nancy Lee Grahn)—the actress has decided to leave the role. She described it as a very difficult decision.

Kate explained to Stephanie Sloane in the SoapSteph’s Soap Dish newsletter that she’s starting several new projects that need her complete focus. She also mentioned that because her husband, Matt McInnis, is currently filming a series mostly overseas, she needed the ability to travel while still working on projects in Los Angeles.

Frank Valentini, the show’s executive producer, said they support Kate’s decision to leave and would welcome her back in the future. He also expressed gratitude for her contributions to the show over the last three years.

As for her time in the fictional city of Port Charles, Kate is leaving with no regrets. 

She described her time as a wonderful and memorable experience. She expressed her joy in being part of the close-knit and amazing Corinthos-Davis family.

She also understands how important Kristina’s LGBTQ+ storylines were to fans—and that’s what initially drew her to the part.

I was really drawn to the role when Frank first talked to me about it for two main reasons. I wanted to show my support for the LGBTQ+ community by playing a queer character, and I also wanted to help bring awareness to endometriosis. I feel like we successfully told both of those stories in a meaningful way.

After directing two episodes of the show—something she called a wonderful bonus—Kate explained that she and Kristina both feel ready to move on to new projects.

The actress hasn’t revealed details about her future projects, but she hinted in an Instagram post on May 25th that she’ll share more information on June 12th.

As a longtime fan, I’m a little worried about Kristina! We haven’t officially heard if the character is leaving when Kate does – her last episode is in June, you know – but it seems likely they might recast. It makes sense, really, since Kate was already the fourth actress to play Kristina. She’s been a part of the show since she was born on-screen, and they’ve aged the character throughout the years, so it’s a role that’s been passed down a few times now.

Oh my gosh, before Kate took on the role, it’s amazing to remember that Lindsey Morgan, Lexi Ainsworth, and Kali Rodriguez all got to be her at different points! It’s like, they each brought something special to the character before Kate, and I love knowing that history!

As a longtime follower of daytime television, it’s always bittersweet to see a beloved character like Kristina leave General Hospital. While we’re saying goodbye to the actress who played her, I’m thrilled to share that the show is also introducing some exciting new faces and storylines! It’s a natural part of any long-running series, and keeps things fresh and engaging for all of us viewers.

Jonathan Bennett will appear in the medical drama as Detective Joe Fitzpatrick, starting with the episode airing on May 18th. The announcement was made in April.

When the news was released, actress from Mean Girls hinted at a new male cast member, saying, “There’s a new guy in town.” Frank, meanwhile, stated, “We’re thrilled Jonathan is joining the cast. He’s incredibly talented and will be a great addition to General Hospital.”

We’ll have to wait until the last episode to find out what happens with Kristina, but here’s a look at other actors who’ve surprisingly left popular TV shows.

Bridget Regan, who plays Monica Stevens on The Rookie, revealed her character has a knack for survival. Regan told TV Insider that over the show’s four seasons, Monica has narrowly avoided death multiple times, served time in prison, and even survived being thrown into a woodchipper.

Regan said she wasn’t shocked when the attorney’s character died in an April 2026 episode. “It felt right,” she explained. “She’d been on the show for four incredible years, and I’m just thankful for the experience.”

As someone who keeps a close eye on what’s happening in entertainment and lifestyle, I’m hearing that after gaining huge recognition on Dancing With the Stars and absolutely shining in Chicago on Broadway, a talented performer is stepping down from season five of her popular Hulu reality show. She’s moving on to pursue exciting new professional opportunities, and I’m thrilled to see what she does next! It’s always inspiring to see people follow their passions and take the leap towards new adventures.

Samira Mohan is leaving the show The Pitt. According to Variety, actress Supriya Ganesh will also not be back for the third season of the HBO Max drama.

Fans aren’t surprised by the character’s departure, as it’s been established that Ganesh was planning to move to a new hospital for a residency program.

In a March 2026 episode, the show said farewell to Director Leon Vance, portrayed by Rocky Carroll, after 18 years with the character who first appeared in season five. The 500th episode featured Vance’s death in a shootout with a dishonest agent, and a touching scene where he was greeted in heaven by the late Donald “Ducky” Mallard, played by Adam Campbell.

As a lifestyle expert, I know many of you were surprised – I certainly was! – when Mehcad Brooks announced his departure from the long-running NBC crime drama back in 2025, just before season 25. It was a real shock to fans!

Brooks, who joined the show in 2022, portrayed Detective Jalen Shaw for three seasons.

After almost 20 years portraying Dr. Owen Hunt and Dr. Teddy Altman, Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver have announced they are leaving the medical drama. Their last episode will be the season 22 finale on May 7, 2026, a surprising reveal for fans.

Jenna Lyons has confirmed she won’t be back for season 16 of The Real Housewives of New York City.

The rumors are true,” Jenna Lyons, the former J. Crew Creative Director, shared on Instagram on November 21st. She explained that she was asked to be a guest on season 16 of RHONY, and because she wasn’t comfortable sharing details of her personal life on camera, they agreed it was a suitable role.

The fashion icon, who started on the Bravo show in 2022 for its fourteenth season, later decided she didn’t want to be just a supporting player.

After careful consideration, I’ve decided not to return to the show,” she said. “I’d be the oldest and only openly gay woman there, and I think it’s a chance for something fresh to happen.”

After nine seasons, the A-list realtor is done selling mega-mansions on the Netflix reality show.

Okay, so Chrishell finally said it! She posted online in November that she doesn’t need the show for money anymore, which is amazing! She’s doing so well with other work, and honestly? She said it’s just not good for her mental health anymore. I’m so glad she’s prioritizing herself! It’s a relief to hear she’s in a place where she can make that choice, and I’m fully supporting her decision!

Jax Taylor has stated he won’t be participating in season three of The Valley following concerns raised by viewers about his conduct in the previous season.

In July 2025, the Bravo star, who is going through a difficult divorce with Brittany Cartwright, explained that he’s currently prioritizing his recovery, mental well-being, and raising their son, Cruz. He feels this time is essential for personal growth, especially so he can be the best possible father to Cruz.

Several cast members from Saturday Night Live recently announced they won’t be back for the show’s 51st season, with the announcements happening very close together.

Longfellow and Walker each spent three seasons on SNL while Wakim exited after just one season.

Following the departures of Longfellow, Walker, and Wakim from Saturday Night Live, two more popular cast members, Gardner and Nwodim, announced they wouldn’t be back for the show’s 51st season. Gardner had been with the show for eight seasons, and Nwodim for seven.

Sofia Mattsson finished her role on the long-running soap opera in the summer of 2025 after seven years as Sasha Gilmore. Her character moved to Paris as part of the storyline.

Tracy Ifeachor, who starred in the popular HBO Max series The Pitt, decided not to return after its successful first season.

The actress shared on Instagram on July 10th how honored she was to play Dr. Heather Collins in what she described as a truly special season of the show. She also expressed gratitude to viewers for watching, supporting season one, and sharing their personal experiences with her.

Even though fans likely expected Joel Miller, played by Pedro Pascal, to die – his fate in April 2025 mirrored the events of The Last of Us Part II, the video game the second season of The Last of Us is based on – the shocking and violent way his character died still came as a surprise.

Pascal, known for also being killed off in shows like Game of Thrones and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, wasn’t too upset about his character’s fate. He playfully told Entertainment Weekly, “I get killed a lot. I actually enjoy it!”

Following what he called a “wild adventure,” Peter Krause finished his run as Captain Bobby Nash on the drama 9-1-1 in an episode that aired in April 2025.

According to a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, the character Bobby Nash was intentionally created to be a heroic sacrifice. Creator Ryan Krause explained that first responders consistently put themselves in danger to save others, and Bobby Nash’s storyline is meant to pay tribute to their bravery.

The decision to kill off a fan-favorite, though troubled, firefighter was definitely controversial, showrunner Tim Minear told Variety. He explained that after eight seasons, the show needed to raise the stakes, and that meant letting a main character die to make future storylines more impactful.

Summer just got a little less fun.

In June 2025, Paige DeSorbo revealed she was leaving the Bravo series after being on the show for seven seasons.

After sharing seven summers with you all, I’m so thankful for the amazing memories, supportive community, and incredible experiences this journey has given me,” the Giggly Squad podcast host announced on Instagram. “But everything comes to an end, and it’s time for me to move on to new things.

I was so disappointed to hear that the amazing French actress won’t be back for the fifth season of the show! She announced back in April 2025 that she wouldn’t be returning, and honestly, it’s a huge loss for the series.

In an Instagram post on April 23rd, the actress announced she’s leaving Emily in Paris. She shared photos with her former co-stars and said her time on the show was amazing, full of growth, creativity, and cherished memories.

Before the third season of The Sex Lives of College Girls begins, Reneé Rapp has announced she will no longer be part of the show.

I moved to LA thanks to the show College Girls and met some of my closest friends through it,” she shared on social media in July 2023. “After two and a half years, it’s brought me to all of you and this amazing community.

Mindy Kaling, one of the show’s creators, also confirmed that Reneé Rapp is leaving. She shared on Instagram that they’re sad to see Leighton Murray go, but excited to support Rapp’s upcoming music tour, adding how much they love her.

After over a year of speculation, Kevin Costner confirmed in June 2024 that he won’t be back for the final season of the popular Paramount drama, following his departure after four and a half seasons.

In February 2023, Ellen Pompeo finished her run as the main character, Meredith Grey, on the ABC drama after 19 seasons.

Pompeo explained on The Drew Barrymore Show in December 2022 that she felt the need to try new things. At 53, she joked that her brain felt ‘scrambled,’ and she couldn’t keep doing the same routine – like completing The New York Times crossword puzzle daily. Despite this, she’s already returned for a guest appearance in May and continues to narrate the show.

But she’s not gone for good. Pompeo still pops in and out of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.

Henry Cavill, known for playing Superman and Batman, has announced he’s leaving the Netflix series The Witcher after its third season. Liam Hemsworth will take over the role of Geralt starting with season four and likely for future seasons as well.

In an October 2022 Instagram post, Henry Cavill announced that his time playing Geralt of Rivia was coming to an end. He shared that he would not be returning for Season 4, saying he was ‘laying down his medallion and swords.’

Jesse Lee Soffer, an original cast member, left the show in 2022 after playing Detective Jay Halstead for 10 seasons.

Okay, seriously, watching ‘Chicago P.D.’ just isn’t the same without Jesse Soffer! He said after his last episode that making the show every single week was something everyone poured their heart and soul into, and honestly, you could feel it. He’s so proud of playing Detective Jay Halstead, and I am too! I’m just going to miss seeing him on my screen every week. It really felt like a labor of love for all of them, and it showed!

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

In August 2021, Emily VanCamp left the TV show The Resident on Fox, meaning she would no longer be playing her role as a doctor.

Madeleine Mantock, who played Macy on the CW’s Charmed reboot, decided to leave the show after three seasons. She announced her departure in 2021 before season four began, calling the experience a “privilege” and expressing her appreciation for the show’s producers, writers, cast, and crew.

Elizabeth Keen will never learn the truth about Raymond Reddington. Actress Megan Boone decided to leave The Blacklist after eight seasons, and her character was killed off before she could read a crucial letter revealing everything. Boone described her time on the show as “a dream” in a 2021 Instagram post, marking the end of Liz’s story.

The second season of Bridgerton didn’t include Rege-Jean Page, who became a fan favorite in the first season of the popular Netflix drama. Fans were disappointed when it was announced he wouldn’t be returning in 2021.

He told Vanity Fair that he simply did the work he’d agreed to, and then took on additional assignments. He admitted he wished there was a more exciting story behind it all.

Ruby Rose first appeared as Batwoman (Kate Kane) in a 2018 Arrowverse event and then led the CW’s Batwoman series for one season, becoming the first openly lesbian superhero to star in her own show. She announced her departure from the series just two days after the season one finale in 2020. In season two, Javicia Leslie took over the role, playing a new character named Ryan Wilder who becomes the new Batwoman.

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

America Ferrera left the show Superstore after its fifth season in 2020, which meant both a loss for the Cloud 9 store and a major change for the series. Although the pandemic led to a brief return in the first two episodes of season six, she ultimately came back for the show’s final episode to ensure her character, Amy, and Jonah (Ben Feldman) got a satisfying conclusion to their story.

In the 2019 finale of the Syfy series The Magicians, Jason Ralph’s character, Quentin, successfully rescued Eliot (played by Hale Appleman), but died in the process. Although the show regularly features character deaths – it is called The Magicians – Ralph did not reprise his role for the show’s fifth and final season.

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