General Hospital fans have been buzzing with speculation after actress Kirsten Storms (Maxie Jones) announced she would be taking an extended break from the soap opera. But the veteran actress isn’t letting rumors and untruths about her hiatus go unchecked. In a passionate social media post, Storms sets the record straight, addressing rumors about her recasting, her co-star Chad Duell’s exit, and the show's executive producer, Frank Valentini.
Here's what you need to know about Storms' response and her plans for the future.
One of the most widespread rumors was the suggestion that Maxie would be recast during Storms’ absence. Fans were quick to express their concerns when they saw an unfamiliar face portraying Maxie.
In one comment, a fan wrote, "You will be missed. Your replacement made her debut the other day, and I have to say, it wasn’t the best choice."
However, Storms was quick to shut this down. “No replacement while I’m gone,” she clarified. “They had to bring a replacement in on a day I was sick. My last few episodes haven’t aired yet,” she explained, referencing Hope & Faith star Nicole Paggi’s temporary appearance.
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