Avery Pohl, who played the character Esme on the popular soap opera General Hospital, has officially exited the show. The news was confirmed by an ABC spokesperson to Soap Opera Digest, stating that Pohl’s final episode aired on January 31. Her character, along with Nicholas Chavez’s Spencer, was presumed dead in the storyline.
Pohl made her debut on General Hospital on August 16, 2021, expressing her love for the cast and crew. Her character, Esme, known for her devious actions, was revealed to be the daughter of established GH villains Ryan Chamberlain and Heather Webber. In 2022, she engaged in malicious acts, including secretly recording intimate moments and framing another character for revenge porn.
Despite playing a character designed to draw the audience’s ire, Pohl embraced her role, acknowledging that her job is to entertain and evoke emotions from the viewers. Behind the scenes, she formed a close friendship with Tabyana Ali, who plays Trina on the show. Ali expressed her emotional farewell to Pohl, emphasizing their strong bond on and off the set.
The departure of Avery Pohl from General Hospital marks the end of an era for her character, leaving fans to reflect on the impact of her portrayal. As the soap opera continues to evolve, viewers will undoubtedly miss the presence of Esme and the dynamic she brought to the show.
