Laura Wright Opens Up About Her Painful Breakup: ‘Perimenopause Took a Toll on Us’ 💔
Soap opera fans know her as the fiercely resilient Carly Corinthos from General Hospital, but behind the scenes, actress Laura Wright has been navigating a far more personal and painful storyline — the end of her long-term relationship. In a heartfelt and deeply honest interview, Laura opened up about the emotional toll of her recent breakup and how perimenopause played a surprisingly significant role. 🌧️💬
A Love That Once Felt Unshakable 💑✨
Laura Wright, 54, had been in a loving relationship with General Hospital co-star Wes Ramsey for several years. The couple met on set and became one of soap opera’s real-life fairy tales. Their chemistry, mutual admiration, and joy-filled social media posts gave fans hope that love could truly bloom in Hollywood.
“We were each other’s biggest cheerleaders,” Laura shared. “He brought so much light into my life during a time when I didn’t even know I needed it.” 💡❤️
But like many couples, especially those in long-term relationships, challenges eventually surfaced — challenges that neither of them had fully anticipated.
The Unexpected Strain of Perimenopause 🧠🔥
“I don’t think people talk about it enough,” Laura confessed. “Perimenopause isn’t just about hot flashes and mood swings. It’s an emotional roller coaster that changes how you see yourself, how you relate to others, and how you feel in your own skin.”
Perimenopause — the transitional stage before menopause — can cause a storm of hormonal changes, including anxiety, depression, irritability, fatigue, and a lowered libido. For Laura, these symptoms became increasingly difficult to manage. 😔🌪️
“It felt like I was losing parts of myself — the joyful, carefree parts. I didn’t recognize my own reactions anymore. I was snapping, withdrawing, and crying for no reason. And all the while, I felt so much guilt.” 😢💭
Relationship Breakdown: ‘He Didn’t Know What to Do’ 🚫💔
As Laura tried to make sense of her changing body and emotions, she noticed a growing distance between her and Wes.
“He was incredibly supportive at first, but over time, it became clear that we were both drowning,” she admitted. “I was trying to keep it together, and he was trying to be strong for me, but we didn’t know how to communicate through the chaos.”
Eventually, the emotional strain took its toll. “We weren’t fighting. We were just…fading. That’s the part that hurt the most.”
Letting Go With Grace and Gratitude 🌅🕊️
Despite the heartbreak, Laura emphasizes that their separation was not bitter. “We loved each other deeply, but love alone sometimes isn’t enough. We needed different things in this chapter of life.”
The actress has since been focusing on self-care, therapy, and supporting other women navigating similar experiences. “Perimenopause isn’t just a phase — it’s a wake-up call. It forces you to ask: Who am I now? What do I need to heal?” 💆♀️💖
She hopes that by speaking openly, others will feel empowered to talk about hormonal health and relationship struggles without shame.
Finding Strength Through Vulnerability 🌻💪
As for what’s next, Laura is keeping her heart open — to herself, to healing, and maybe even to love again someday.
“I’ve learned that strength isn’t just about powering through,” she said with a soft smile. “It’s about being vulnerable, asking for help, and saying, ‘I’m not okay right now, but I will be.’” 🌈
Her message to fans? “If you’re going through something hard — perimenopause, heartbreak, or both — know that you are not alone. We’re in this together. And there’s light on the other side.” 💫🫶
Laura’s story is a powerful reminder that even our strongest heroes have moments of breaking — and that sometimes, the greatest plot twist is rediscovering who you are. 📖💔➡️💖
