Kelly Thiebaud, who portrayed Britt Westbourne on "General Hospital," left the show due to her aspirations to pursue different creative experiences in film, theater, and beyond.
General Hospital is an American soap opera, set in the large upstate city of Port Charles, New York, which has a busy hospital.The plot revolves around the lives of the characters in the hospital, their personal and professional relationships, and the various challenges they face. Since its premiere on ABC since April 1, 1963, the show has aired over 15,000 episodes and holds the prestigious title of being the longest running American soap opera in production.
Who is Britt Westbourne and why did she leave General Hospital?
Britt Westbourne is a fictional character from the American soap opera "General Hospital," portrayed by actress Kelly Thiebaud. She was the manipulative love interest for Patrick Drake. She has a reputation for having an attitude and being an "evil" villain. She was also known for her scheming and manipulative nature, and for her cunning and ability to manipulate those around her, often using her intelligence and charm to get what she wanted.
Even though she was notorious for her cunning she was also portrayed as intelligent and quick thinking which helped her around the complexities of the world of Port Charles. Kelly Thiebaud, the actress who played the character, felt it was necessary to take a break from General Hospital as it began affecting her personal life and in an interview with Soap Opera Digest told the audience how working for the show had to keep her from seeing her love interest due to scheduling conflicts.
She was also interested in pursuing other projects in theatre, films and primetime television. With the news of her resignation, the writers decided to move away from her character.
How did Britt die?
Britt’s deadly confrontation with the Hook Killer was the reason for her death. Britt went back to The Haunted Star to be with her mother after being stung by the poisonous hook. The venom eventually killed Britt, who passed away in her mother's arms.
This signified the character's final farewell from the series, as actress Kelly Thiebaud had previously declared her resignation. The death of the character was profound as it had a deep emotional impact on the audience.
Who were Britt’s love interests in the show?
Britt made her debut as Patrick Drake's cunning love interest while she also had romantic connections with Nikolas Cassadine and Julian. She also had several other love interests throughout the series, such as;
Patrick Drake
Nikolas Cassadine
Julian Jerome
Peter August
What was the relationship like between Britt and Patrick in the show?
Britt found herself embroiled in an intricate and turbulent romantic partnership with Dr. Patrick Drake. As soon as Britt got to General Hospital, she set her eyes on Patrick, who was still mourning the death of his wife, Robin Drake. Britt persisted in pursuing him even though he was reluctant to start a new relationship.
Many obstacles plagued their relationship. The dynamic between the both of them was characterized by its intense emotional highs and lows, making it a central and compelling aspect of the show's narrative. The evolution of their relationship showcased the complexities of love, trust, and betrayal within the context of the dramatic and interconnected world of "General Hospital."
FAQs on Britt leaving general hospital
A. Britt Westbourne was introduced on General Hospital on September 19, 2012, by executive producer Frank Valentini.
A.Britt was suffering from Huntington’s disease which is an inherited disease that causes the destruction of the cells in the brain (neurons).
A. Britt Westbourne was portrayed by Kelly Thiebaud in 411 episodes.
A. Kelly Thiebaud is a 2-time Emmy nominee and one win for her role as Dr. Britt Westbourne on General Hospital.
