Denise Alexander, renowned for her role as Dr. Lesley Webber on *General Hospital*, passed away at 85, as announced by the show’s showrunner on May 9, 2025. A prominent figure in daytime television, she began her career in radio as a child and made her soap opera debut in 1960. Alexander’s character became pivotal in a popular storyline in the 1970s, and despite controversies including a departure in 1984 and a fan-outcry over her character’s on-screen death, she returned to the show multiple times. Beyond acting, she was an accomplished photographer and was married to director Richard A. Colla until his passing in 2021. The entertainment industry also mourned several other losses, including Priscilla Pointer at 100, Jeff Sperbeck in a golf cart accident, and several young influencers and actors who died from various health issues.
