Kirsten Storms

Actress Kirsten Storms has confirmed that she's temporarily leaving "General Hospital".

American actress Nicole Paggi replaces Kirsten Storms in the show 'General Hospital', an American soap opera set in the fictional city of Port Charles, New York. Storms has taken temporary leaves from the show in the past and has been replaced by other actresses. Paggi has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry with her appearances in television shows and films. She joins the cast of 'General Hospital' after Storms' absence for undisclosed reasons.

Kirsten Storms, reflecting on the passing of Drake Hogestyn, fondly remembers her on-screen father from Days of Our Lives. Storms, who played Belle Black, shared that Hogestyn's death in September 2024 still feels unreal. She highlighted his positive energy and professionalism on set, noting the significant impact he had on her early career.

Kirsten Storms reflects on her two decades as Maxie Jones on General Hospital, humorously acknowledging her character's ill-fated romances. Storms recalls an awkward on-screen relationship with Lucky Spencer, given her long-time friendship with actor Greg Vaughan and their age difference. Despite some controversial storylines, Maxie has evolved into a resilient character, earning Storms a dedicated fanbase.

“General Hospital” star, Kimberly McCullough, recently recreated a nostalgic moment with her on-screen daughter, Eden McCoy. McCoy paid homage to McCullough’s iconic role as Zenon by donning an accurate replica of the character’s costume. McCullough, who starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie “Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century” in 1999, expressed that she still gets recognized for the role.