The latest General Hospital cliffhanger has fans in a panic—could Rick Hearst be leaving the show as Ric Lansing? After a shocking car crash left the character fighting for his life, viewers are bracing for a potential exit. But is he leaving the show?
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Could Rick Hearst’s Ric Lansing be leaving General Hospital?
Rick Hearst’s exit as Ric Lansing from General Hospital currently remains uncertain.
The latest episode of General Hospital left fans reeling as Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst) and Ric Lansing were caught in a horrific car accident. While Liz escaped with a broken leg, Ric wasn’t as lucky; he suffered head trauma and was rushed into emergency surgery.
Doctors remained uncertain about his survival, hinting that even if he pulls through, he could end up in a coma. For soap opera veterans, a coma often signals a character’s exit, either temporarily or permanently. With Ric’s fate hanging in the balance, fans are speculating whether this could be a signal that Rick Hearst is leaving General Hospital.
The crash wasn’t an accident—it was an act of revenge gone wrong. Kristina, seeking payback against Ava, tampered with the wrong car. Instead of Ava, Ric and Liz become victims of her scheme. Hence, if Ric dies in General Hospital, the fallout would be explosive. Not only would Kristina have to live with the guilt, but it could shatter her bond with Molly, who has already suffered unbearable losses.
While the situation looks dire, there’s still hope for Ric’s survival. Killing him off would create irreparable damage between Kristina and Molly, possibly pushing their feud too far. So, could Ric pull through, only to face a long recovery? Or is General Hospital setting up the story for Rick Hearst’s leaving General Hospital? Fans will have to keep watching to find out whether this will come true or not.
Originally reported by Devanshi Basu on ComingSoon.
