Kiko Ellsworth Leaving General Hospital

The rumors are true: Kiko Ellsworth is leaving both General Hospital and General Hospital: Night Shift.

The actor himself has chosen to abandon the role of Sam, which he's owned since February. Reportedly, he's leaving left to focus on other projects, such as the movie I Am that begins filming in September.

Interestingly, Stan's on-screen mom Sonya Eddy (Epiphany) was recently upped to contract status.

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