This upcoming week in General Hospital is marked by remembrance, emotional reckoning, and hints of truth ready to emerge as Port Charles comes together to honor one of its legends.

Monica Quartermaine may have passed, but her impact ripples through the town with profound effects.

The Mourning & The Memorial

At the heart of the week is a public tribute or ceremony for Monica.

As a matriarch, her legacy will be celebrated — likely through funeral scenes, public eulogies, and quiet moments where characters reflect on what Monica meant to them. Jason and Tracy will share a spotlight during these tributes; their grief will unveil deep reflections, regrets, and yet also small moments of love and reconciliation. Others who had strained relationships with Monica may show up, paying respects while wrestling with what her loss means for family dynamics, power, and legacy.

Those Who Step Forward

Some characters will step into more visible roles as they respond to Monica’s death. Britt, who’s still grappling with her return and where she stands, might find this week a turning point: either a chance at healing or deeper isolation. Lulu leaning in for Tracy, Molly holding secrets, and Portia or others seeking answers may feature more prominently. With Monica gone, the moral compass of GH shifts—people who counted on her guidance now must make choices without her.

Investigation & Hidden Angles

While the week is anchored by remembrance, undercurrents of mystery continue. Anna and Dante likely push forward on case-files, possibly finding new evidence linked not only to Drew’s shooting but perhaps also to events connected with Monica’s final days. The “legend” being honored isn’t just a symbol; she may have left clues or relationships that now become central to investigations—emails, letters, testimony, things that were private but become public under the pressure of mourning.

Emotional Fallout & Relationship Shifts

Grief has a way of exposing fractures. Michael, Carly, Liz, Lucas, and Emma may all feel the weight of Monica’s absence differently—some through regret, others through guilt or unresolved conflict. Expect scenes where spoken apologies and silences speak volumes. Also, the ceremonies might force truths: who valued Monica most, who felt neglected, and who may have taken her presence for granted. Characters will have to face not just what Monica meant, but what they’ve lost and what they now must carry forward.

Why This Week Matters

• Legacy in motion: Monica’s death isn’t static; her principles, assumptions, and “untold stories” may shift how current plots develop.

• Grief as catalyst: Emotional scenes will drive character decisions—people might make moral choices they’d been avoiding.

• Reveals & consequences: Mourning can loosen lips. New evidence or secrets may surface, changing suspect lists, alliances, and trust lines.

• Power dynamics: With a matriarch gone, who fills the void? Who becomes voice of moral authority? Who steps up, who falls back?