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Laura Wright’s Real-Life Crisis: How a Terrifying Ordeal Revealed a Strength Greater Than Any TV Role
In a recent episode of Maurice Bernard’s podcast, State of Mind, General Hospital star Laura Wright (Carly Spencer) offered more than just a chat between icons; she delivered a deeply revealing and emotional look into the moments that have defined her.
Pulling back the curtain on her journey, Wright spoke with striking vulnerability about the resilience forged long before she ever stepped foot in Port Charles. She candidly reflected on a time when she juggled four jobs, from pumping gas to selling pretzels, nurturing a distant dream with a work ethic that has remained the bedrock of her career.
However, the most poignant moment of the interview came when Wright shared a deeply personal crisis she had kept private until now. She recounted the terrifying ordeal that unfolded while her daughter was vacationing in London—a medical emergency that nearly turned fatal.
Weeks into the trip, Wright’s maternal instincts kicked in. Her daughter, normally vibrant, was alarmingly thin, pale, and disoriented. Feeling helpless an ocean away, Wright reached out to her longtime friend and General Hospital co-star, Finola Hughes (Anna Devane), who happened to be in London.
In a series of life-saving coincidences that rival any soap opera plot, Finola consulted her physician relatives, who heard the symptoms and gave a chillingly urgent warning: get her to an emergency room immediately. The likely diagnosis was Type 1 diabetes, a condition that can escalate to a life-threatening state if left untreated.
The nightmare intensified when the first hospital turned them away. Refusing to give up, and with Finola’s unwavering support, they found another medical center where tests confirmed their worst fears. Her daughter’s blood glucose levels were dangerously high.
Doctors acted swiftly, administering insulin and stabilizing her just in time. They made it clear to a terrified Laura that waiting even one more day would have been fatal.
Recalling the moment, Wright’s voice trembled with a mixture of profound gratitude and lingering terror. The experience was a stark reminder of life’s fragility and the unbreakable bonds of friendship. In that moment of desperation, Finola wasn’t just a colleague; she was a lifeline.
This life-altering event has since reshaped Wright’s perspective, fueling a new passion project born from a desire to foster healing and connection. She has launched Sacred Space, a series of online gatherings designed as a virtual sanctuary for those seeking peace.
As she explained to Maurice, her goal is not to be a guru, but to simply be present and “hold space” for others—just as Finola did for her. She envisions expanding this project into real-world retreats, creating a shared journey toward understanding and healing.
Ultimately, Laura Wright’s story transcends celebrity. It’s a powerful testament to a mother’s fierce love and the quiet strength that defines her both on and off-screen. If Carly Spencer is a force of nature in Port Charles, Laura Wright has proven to be an even greater one in the real world—a woman who turns adversity into purpose and uses her platform not for fame, but to uplift others with authenticity, grace, and an open heart.
