Defending Talent: Why Laura Wright Deserves Our Respect

Laura Wright has portrayed Carly Corinthos on General Hospital for nearly two decades — longer than any of the three actresses who came before her. Her performance has earned her both critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase, not to mention a well-deserved Daytime Emmy Award in 2011. She brings passion, depth, and fierce emotion to a character who is often complex, flawed, and fiercely loyal.

Unfortunately, a recent hateful post targeting Laura surfaced online. While everyone is entitled to their opinion, there’s a big difference between constructive criticism of a character and personal attacks against the actress who plays her. Don’t like Carly? That’s fair — she’s written to be polarizing. But hating Laura Wright for doing her job exceptionally well? That crosses the line.

Fans should be able to separate REEL from REAL. Carly may be a soap opera firestorm, but Laura is a hardworking, dedicated actress who has given her all to the role for nearly 20 years. She's not just reciting lines — she's carrying emotional arcs, confronting intense storylines, and connecting with millions of viewers through her craft.

We can debate storylines, ships, and rivalries all day — that’s part of the fun. But personal attacks? Let’s leave those out. Let’s respect the artists behind the characters we love (and love to hate).

Laura, pictured below with her 2011 Emmy, is a reminder that talent, dedication, and professionalism deserve to be celebrated — not torn down