Kirsten Storms takes a leave of absence from General Hospital to move to Tennessee

NKirsten Storms steps away from GH again

Kirsten Storms has taken multiple leaves of absence from her role as Maxie Jones on *General Hospital.* Over the past decade, her time away has been due to various reasons, including pregnancy, doctor's orders related to stress that caused her skin to break out, complications from COVID-19, a cyst on her brain, an injury to her hand from an accident with a trash bag, and a much-needed break.

According to *Soap Opera Digest*, the veteran actress is expected to make another temporary exit. Storms has shared her journey of working since the age of 14, starring in the Xenon films and the pressure of becoming the primary breadwinner for her family.

She initiated her soap career as Belle Black on *Days of Our Lives,* and she was the voice of the main character in Disney’s animated show *Kim Possible.* Additionally, she has appeared on *7th Heaven* and various other television shows.

Kirsten Storms has shared her troubles with followers

Kirsten was married to Brandon Barash, who portrayed Johnny Zacara on *General Hospital* and Stefan Dimera on *Days of Our Lives.* They divorced but co-parent their daughter, Harper.

Storms has also faced criticism from fans, who have accused her of drug use after she lost a significant amount of weight. Later, some GH viewers expressed criticism when she gained weight, which she has since lost. The actress has discussed bullying on social media in hopes of bringing the issue to light.

This time, Kirsten is moving to Tennessee, a relocation she has wanted for a while. Some fans are curious about how long she will commute to California and if she might eventually leave the ABC soap.

Nicole Paggi will step in again as Maxie Jones

Nicole Paggi recently stepped in to replace Storms who had a scheduling conflict but was only scheduled to appear in a handful of episodes. Paggi is set to appear again on July 30 and August 13. Some Gh fans have said on social media that Paggi looks familiar, and they wonder where they know her from.

Nicole is best known for appearing on the FOX television series Pasadena. She has also been on Glory Days, Fastlane, Judging Amy, CSI: Miami, and the CBS pilot Expert Witness.

Maxie is currently frantic because Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot was correct that Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) would bring trouble to deception because of the money he invested, being tied to his illegal business dealings.

Kirsten Storms will be away for several months

According to SOD Storms will return to GH during the week of August 18. Her comeback will be cut short based on a video she posted to Instagram. Kirsten will be taking a break that will last for a few months this time.

The soap vet has a plan related to her move and believes commuting will work out at least for now. General Hospital fans will be watching and waiting to learn how this plays out in the long run based on the following statement.

“I’m very excited to be making Tennessee my home! I can’t wait to return to GH, once Harper and I are settled in our new town. I plan on documenting as much of this new journey on my social media as I can. It’s always been a dream of mine to move to a place like this, it’s hard to believe it’s really happening.

Be watching for updates and breaking news related to Maxie Jones, Kirsten Storms, and Nicole Paggi, as well as other General Hospital-related spoilers. Paggi has done well so far and looks enough like Storms so that fans should not have a problem.