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Leslie Charleson, Longtime 'General Hospital' Star, Dies of Head Trauma at 79

Leslie Charleson, known for her role in 'General Hospital,' passed away from blunt head trauma a month after her death was confirmed.

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  2. 'General Hospital' star Leslie Charleson's cause of death released

    While the case remains open, the office determined the death to be an accident.

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  3. General Hospital Star Leslie Charleson's Tragic Cause of Death Revealed

    According to documents obtained and made public by TMZ, Charleson died from “sequelae of blunt head trauma” — basically the long-term effects of a head injury she suffered.

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  4. ‘General Hospital’ star Leslie Charleson’s cause of death revealed

    Charleson died from “sequelae of blunt head trauma” following a head injury she suffered long before her death, according to documents obtained by TMZ.

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Leslie Charleson, famed for her role as Dr. Monica Quartermaine on 'General Hospital,' died on January 12 at the age of 79 due to sequelae of blunt head trauma. Medical records confirm her death was accidental, resulting from a long-term head injury. Charleson had various health issues, including normal pressure hydrocephalus, asthma, and arthritis. Recognized as one of the longest-serving cast members on the show, she appeared in over 2,000 episodes since joining in 1977, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved figure in daytime television.

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