Kate Mansi has confirmed she is leaving her role as Kristina Davis on the long-running soap opera General Hospital after three years. The 38-year-old Daytime Emmy-winning actor took over the part in 2023, playing the daughter of mob boss Sonny Corinthos and his former attorney Alexis Davis.
Mansi announced her departure in an interview with TV Insider's Stephanie Sloane, saying she had made a 'very difficult decision' to leave the show. She cited new projects requiring her full attention and the need for flexibility to travel with her husband, Matt McInnis, who is producing a series filmed mainly abroad.
She expressed gratitude to ABC, executive producer Frank Valentini, and the show's writers for the care they gave her character. 'It's been such a meaningful and unforgettable ride,' Mansi said. 'I've loved being a fiery Corinthos-Davis girl in such a phenomenal family.'
Kristina Davis was first introduced in 2002 and was portrayed by several child actors before being rapidly aged in 2009. Lexi Ainsworth played the role from 2009 to 2011, and then again from 2015 until 2023, when Mansi took over.
Before joining General Hospital, Mansi starred on Days of Our Lives as Abigail Deveraux from 2011 to 2020, earning a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 2018. She also appeared in TV movies and a short-lived drama series, Casa Grande.
Fans have expressed disappointment at the news, with many taking to social media to share their sadness and praise for her performance.
