Carolyn Hennesy has been off the General Hospital canvas after breaking her leg and undergoing two surgeries. Sadly, that means that Diane is missing out on some good courtroom time. While she continues to recover away from Port Charles, the cheerful actress checked in this week on social media with a holiday message for fans, which included a fun update.

Key Takeaways

• Carolyn Hennesy remains off GH while recovering from a broken leg and two surgeries.
• The actress shared a warm holiday message, thanking fans for their support.
• She revealed her recovery is progressing faster than expected.
• Fans flooded the comments with get-well wishes and hopes to see Diane back in Port Charles soon.

A Holiday Message With Heart

Hennesy took to Instagram to write, “I’m wishing all of you a wonderful holiday season. Whether you’ll be celebrating in two days, or your eight days have recently passed, or your day occurs at some point altogether different, I hope it is joyful, blessed, and full of love for you and all you hold dear.”

She continued with, “Thank you for all of the recent blessings and get-well wishes. You have all spurred me on, and my leg is healing faster than expected. Love to all; see you in the new year!” She included an image of a festive, illustrated holiday scene.

It had a softly  painted winter village with warm lights, small houses, and a pastel sky. Cartoon elves danced in the image’s streets, with text overlaid that stated, “To the family & friends I won’t get to see this Christmas: I love you, I’m grateful for you, and I’m wishing you a most joyful and blessed holiday.” Below that, in decorative script, was simply, “Merry Christmas .”

Fans Respond With Support and Hope

The comments filled quickly, and they were overwhelmingly affectionate. One fan wrote, “Merry Christmas, Carolyn!” Another added, “I’m glad to read your leg is healing faster than expected.” Several simply wished her peace, health, and a happy new year.

Others couldn’t help but bring it back to their  TV screen. “Hope to see Diane back in Port Charles soon,” one viewer shared, while another wrote, “Port Charles needs you back! So do us fans of Diane Miller!!” The sentiment repeated throughout the thread, equal parts concern for Hennesy’s health and eagerness for her eventual return.

A few comments lingered on the recovery itself, as one follower wrote, “Wishing you a speedy recovery.” Another noted how encouraging it was to hear she’s healing well, adding prayers and holiday cheer in the same breath.

The incredible outpouring of fan love showed that the viewers are ready to welcome her back whenever she’s ready. (Find out about the fake news story that Hennesy shut down.)