The love story of Denise Alexander and Richard Anthony Colla: a shared life and career
11 may 2025 в 02:13
Late «General Hospital» actress Denise Alexander was known for her television roles, but her heart was off-screen with her husband Richard Anthony Colla. As industry colleagues, the spouses spent the rest of their lives together, both passing away at the age of 85, approximately four years apart.
Below you will learn more about Denise and Richard’s marriage and careers.
Denise was an actress known for her television roles in the series «Days of Our Lives» and «General Hospital». For the latter, Denise appeared in the show as the character Leslie Webber for several decades.
In May 2025, several sources reported that Denise passed away in March of that year. The cause of her death was not disclosed, but she was 85 years old at the time of her passing. «General Hospital» executive producer Frank Valentini honored the actress by posting a public statement on Twitter.
«It was very important to us that she returned to her role in recent years, and I feel honored to have had the opportunity to work with her», - wrote Frank. «On behalf of the entire 'General Hospital' family, I express sincere condolences to her family, friends, and longtime fans. May she rest in peace. I am very sorry to hear about Denise Alexander’s passing. She broke barriers on screen and off, portraying Dr. Leslie Webber — one of the first female doctors on daytime television — for almost five decades».
Richard Anthony Colla was Denise’s husband. Although the details of their relationship and marriage are unclear, he was also involved in the entertainment industry, like his wife. Richard was an actor and director, appearing in the series «Days of Our Lives» and directing films such as «Olly Olly Oxen Free».
According to multiple sources, Richard passed away at the age of 85 on December 24, 2021.
It is unclear if Denise had children of her own, but she has a stepdaughter named Elizabeth Colla, according to IMDb
Below you will learn more about Denise and Richard’s marriage and careers.
Denise was an actress known for her television roles in the series «Days of Our Lives» and «General Hospital». For the latter, Denise appeared in the show as the character Leslie Webber for several decades.
In May 2025, several sources reported that Denise passed away in March of that year. The cause of her death was not disclosed, but she was 85 years old at the time of her passing. «General Hospital» executive producer Frank Valentini honored the actress by posting a public statement on Twitter.
«It was very important to us that she returned to her role in recent years, and I feel honored to have had the opportunity to work with her», - wrote Frank. «On behalf of the entire 'General Hospital' family, I express sincere condolences to her family, friends, and longtime fans. May she rest in peace. I am very sorry to hear about Denise Alexander’s passing. She broke barriers on screen and off, portraying Dr. Leslie Webber — one of the first female doctors on daytime television — for almost five decades».
Richard Anthony Colla was Denise’s husband. Although the details of their relationship and marriage are unclear, he was also involved in the entertainment industry, like his wife. Richard was an actor and director, appearing in the series «Days of Our Lives» and directing films such as «Olly Olly Oxen Free».
According to multiple sources, Richard passed away at the age of 85 on December 24, 2021.
It is unclear if Denise had children of her own, but she has a stepdaughter named Elizabeth Colla, according to IMDb
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