Shannon Peace, General Hospital’s breakdown writer announced that she has been let go from the show’s writing staff. Peace joined General Hospital in 2021 and was the sole Black breakdown writer on the show.
Peace took to Instagram where she revealed her status with the show. “After almost 3 years on staff and 106 episodes penned, I am no longer on contract with General Hospital.”
Shannon Peace added, “Writing for this country’s longest-running television serial drama has been an education of epic proportions; I will forever be grateful that I earned my WGA card on a daytime fixture that holds memories for so many. I’m proud of my time on the show: I leave behind characters I named and storylines I helped to shape. I was part of a talented team nominated for two Daytime Emmy Awards and two Writers Guild Awards”.
Peace also stated, “Even more importantly, as the sole Black breakdown writer (and only POC in the writers room) during my tenure, I pushed vital character interactions and discussions that prioritized inclusion, visibility and representation. Stella and Portia’s frank July 2022 conversation about the role that race played in Esme’s framing of Trina is just one example of the impact I’m gratified to have had.”
Shannon Peace Announces General Hospital Exit
Peace is filled with gratitude after an extremely successful tenure on General Hospital. “Appreciation to my former head writers Dan O’Connor and Chris Van Etten-not only for taking a chance on me, but for valuing my perspective and championing my voice. I also want to thank fans who were so supportive and complimentary of my work, especially the recognition of my love for Sprina. One of my only regrets is not having the opportunity to develop that ship deeper,” she said.
On Wednesday, March 27, you’ll catch Shannon Peace’s first of three final epic breakdowns she penned. In this episode, Trina (played by Tabyana Ali) makes a heartbreaking confession. Keep an eye out for Peace’s last breakdown coming up in mid-April!
We wish Shannon Peace all the best on her future endeavors.
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