Leslie Charleson, who played popular character Dr. Monica Quartermaine for almost 50 years on “General Hospital,” has died, the program’s executive producer announced on Sunday.

The late 79-year-old actress was best known for her role as Monica Quartermaine in ‘General Hospital.’ Leslie Charleson, whom most recognized as Monica Quartermaine from General Hospital, died on January 12,

Ms. Charleson played Dr. Monica Quartermaine, a cardiologist and family matriarch, on the daytime series for 46 years.