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Daytime TV Legend Denise Alexander Dies at 85

5/10/2025

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Denise Alexander, beloved for her unforgettable performances as Lesley Webber on "General Hospital" and Susan Hunter Martin on "Days of Our Lives," has sadly passed away at the age of 85. A New York City native, she began her acting journey at just 12 years old, becoming a daytime television legend and earning an Emmy nomination, forever impacting the industry.

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Denise Alexander, beloved for her unforgettable performances as Lesley Webber on "General Hospital" and Susan Hunter Martin on "Days of Our Lives," has sadly passed away at the age of 85. A New York City native, she began her acting journey at just 12 years old, becoming a daytime television legend and earning an Emmy nomination, forever impacting the industry.