Wondering when the long-awaited return of Liesl Obrecht will finally happen in General Hospital? Fans of the ABC soap opera have something exciting to look forward to: Kathleen Gati is officially returning as the beloved Liesl Obrecht after more than a year offscreen. The actress recently confirmed her comeback, sparking widespread celebration among loyal viewers.
Kathleen Gati is ‘grateful’ about her upcoming return as Liesl Obrecht on General Hospital
In a conversation with Soap Opera Digest, Kathleen Gati expressed deep gratitude for the unwavering support she received from fans during her time away from General Hospital. Gati, who debuted as Liesl Obrecht in 2012, was last seen on the show in December 2023. Now, after an 18-month absence, she’s preparing for a dramatic return to Port Charles.
“The love and loyalty expressed to me over this past year-and-a-half that I have not been on General Hospital has been overwhelming,” Gati shared. “The fans have been faithful, loyal, begging me to return, continuously asking when, oh when will I return. I am truly grateful and so happy that I can bring some story and entertainment back to them again through Obrecht! It means a lot to me. This is why I became an actor, to entertain people through story and characters.”
Gati didn’t just thank her fans — she praised them.
“Each individual message has meant so much, even if I don’t or can’t respond to them all,” she said, highlighting why she chose acting in the first place.
Fans haven’t received an official return date for General Hospital’s Liesl Obrecht, but the July 11 episode offered a subtle tease. Young Rocco Falconeri, eager to learn about his biological roots, sent an email to Britt Westbourne’s mother and introduced himself as her former quasi-grandson. This emotional gesture hints that Obrecht may return sooner than expected.
Viewers have long embraced Gati’s portrayal of Dr. Liesl Obrecht for her unique blend of sternness, love, and comic relief. Her comeback will likely shake up Port Charles, especially with unresolved storylines tied to her daughter Britt and her ties to other major characters.
