What We Know About General Hospital Star Kelly Monaco's Secretive Love Life

Before she became the one and only Sam McCall on "General Hospital," Kelly Monaco was in love with a man that she held close for almost 18 years. That special someone in her life was named Heath Freeman, according to The U.S. Sun. 

Freeman was an actor who had roles in television shows like "NCIS," "Bones," and "ER." While Monaco had never spoken out about their relationship, it was safe to say that they were very close as Freeman did accompany her to several red-carpet events. In 2020, Freeman also shared a sweet birthday message for Monaco that said, "Happy birthday to my best friend on Planet Earth. So thrilled we're on the planet at the same time" (Via The New York Post).

Unfortunately, Monaco was left absolutely devastated when Freeman passed away in 2021. Monaco never made a comment about his death but during the time of his passing, her "General Hospital" co-star Ingo Rademacher (ex-Jasper Jacks) shared a message for her on his Instagram story, per Soap Hub. It said, "Kelly, my heart goes out to you. I know Heath was very special to you. Know that [my wife] Ehiku and I are always here for you. RIP Heath Freeman. Prayers and love."

Monaco's relationship with Freeman wasn't the only one that she tried to keep under wraps, though.