When rumors swirl, sometimes the only way to set the record straight is to speak directly — and that’s exactly what General Hospital’s Carolyn Hennesy did. Over the past few days, a series of sensational headlines claimed the veteran actress had undergone a leg amputation and was about to be written off the show.

The internet spread the story fast, but Hennesy responded faster — with wit, honesty, and a heart full of defiance.

At 63 years old, Hennesy has endured a difficult stretch. She recently had two surgeries to repair a broken leg. Reports about the severity of her condition and the possibility of losing her role as Diane Miller began spiraling out of control.

The worst? Some outlets even floated that she’d had an amputation — and that General Hospital was recasting her character. The allegations were wild — and completely false.

Fed up with the misinformation, Hennesy took to Instagram with a message that combined sass, strength, and sincerity. She started with a firm “FAKE NEWS ALERT” — then dropped the punchline: “Kats n’ Kittens … I’m still very much bipedal!” In one sentence, she smashed the amputation claims.

And in another, she made her commitment crystal clear: “They’re gonna have to cart me out feet first from that sound stage. Diane is a permanent resident of Port Charles!”

Her post came just as news of her second surgery broke. In an earlier update, Hennesy explained that while her first surgery went well, she needed a second operation.

She asked fans for thoughts and prayers as she prepared for the procedure — and reassured them that her recovery was going steadily.
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Co-star Jon Lindstrom, known for his own GH legacy, joked that rumors of his death or injury had been “greatly exaggerated.”

And fans flooded the post with relief, humor, and well-wishes. Many simply couldn’t believe how absurd the amputation claims had become; others praised Hennesy for her honesty, calling her a “GH royalty” who handled the mess like a pro.

But this isn’t just a story about rumors. Beneath the drama lies a deeper truth: Hennesy cares deeply about Diane Miller — and she still has big ideas for her.

In a recent interview, she revealed that she wants Diane to step into a whole new dimension: a cabaret storyline where she sings in a speakeasy lounge.
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It’s not a fleeting dream — she’s already pitched it to the show’s producers. “I know you can sing,” the executive producer reportedly told her. For Hennesy, Diane’s arc has room to grow emotionally, musically, and dramatically.

That desire to keep evolving aligns with her long-term vision. Hennesy has said before that General Hospital feels like home. In interviews going back years, she’s called Diane one of her greatest roles — smart, sassy, vulnerable, and deeply loyal.
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She also once joked that quitting was not in her vocabulary: “Once the soap world has you, they don’t let go,” she said, acknowledging her love for the character and the show.
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Her most recent Instagram strong rebuttal may have been in response to ruthless tabloids, but it also felt like an affirmation: despite surgery, pain, and speculation, she still belongs in Port Charles. She’s not bowing out; she’s leaning in. Her message — delivered on her own terms — resonates deeply, because it’s more than just denial. It’s a promise.

And for fans, that promise matters. Diane Miller isn’t just another character. She’s a reliable presence, a voice of reason, and a reminder that even in the wildest soap opera worlds, real people endure.

This episode also highlights a darker issue in entertainment: how fast misinformation can spread — and how important it is for public figures to have the power to correct the narrative. Hennesy’s willingness to publicly confront the lies, embrace her vulnerability, and share her strength shows both humility and resolve.

Some may say she’s stubborn. Others call it loyalty. But whatever you call it, Carolyn Hennesy is making it clear she has no plans to walk away quietly — not from General Hospital, not from Diane Miller, and not from her own voice.