
Carolyn Hennesy, who portrays attorney Diane Miller on General Hospital, has finally shared exactly how she broke her leg — and she did it with her trademark humor and elegance. Read on for all the details.
The Injury Required Surgery
GH viewers learned that Carolyn’s injury was severe enough to require surgery — and even additional time in the operating room. Naturally, fans grew worried about the beloved daytime star. Ahead of the weekend, Carolyn took to Instagram to explain what really happened and reassure her followers.

Sharing a sweet snapshot of herself with her dog, Carolyn Hennesy wrote:
Reactions to the Accident
No matter how tough things get, the real-life Diane Miller always seems to radiate positivity. Even after her painful injury, she had nothing but affection for her furry companion. Naturally, General Hospital fans flooded the comments with support. Co-star Laura Wright (Carly Spencer), also known for her love of animals, chimed in with, “Big big hugs Carolyn!!!!!!”
Here are some of the other fan reactions:
- “Awww! Sorry to hear! Feel better! But that is a FANTASTIC name for a dog! LOL!”
- “Bless your heart… I’ve hit the floor a couple of times because of my dogs. A sprained ankle comes to mind. Prayers for quick healing. Diane is needed to help Rocco… LOL.”
- “I’ve been there! Can’t wait to see you back on TV!”
- “Wishing you a speedy and smooth recovery, Beautiful! Love you on GH!!”
- “Get well soon. Miss you on GH. Hope your dog is giving you lots of love.”
One fan who works in an X-ray department added that injuries caused by small dogs darting underfoot are far more common than people might think.
Will the Injury Appear on the Show?
With so many ABC viewers missing Carolyn Hennesy on-screen, there’s a decent chance her real-life injury and surgeries could be written into the show once she returns. GH has incorporated real-life cast injuries before. Whether her adorable pup will make an appearance, however, remains unknown.
What do you think about Carolyn’s explanation for how she broke her leg? Have you ever taken a tumble because of a small dog? Share your story in the comments below — and visit often for more General Hospital cast news and updates.
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