Another huge daily soap star, June Lockhart, who played Mariah Ramirez from the mid-’80s to the mid-’90s, recently passed away at the age of 100 on October 23, 2025. Those who remember Ramirez can recall what a force of nature she was on the show.
GH star Kristina Wagner was among those who paid tribute to her. Wagner called her “sassy” behind the scenes while also showering praises on the experienced actress.
Kristina Wagner says General Hospital alum June Lockhart was ‘sassy’ behind the scenes
After June Lockhart’s death from natural causes, Kristina Wagner opened up about the actress and her stint on General Hospital in an X post. Sharing a post from Soap Opera Digest, which announced Lockhart’s death, Wagner wrote, “June was so elegant and sweet as Felicia’s grandmother, but behind the scenes she was sassy and loads of fun.”
She added to this, “At the end of each work day, she would say, ‘This nightmare is finally over!’ ? Rest in peace, June. ❤️.” Many others had similar opinions about Lockhart’s death.
There were many comments, too, that paid tribute to the legendary actress. Many claimed that she was a brilliant grandmother to Wagner’s character.
June Lockhart was notable since Hollywood’s Golden Age, which she helped bridge with the TV era. In a career that spanned multiple decades, Lockhart was a part of films like A Christmas Carol and Meet Me in St. Louis. She was also a part of shows like Lassie and Lost in Space, which earned her great critical acclaim.
Lockhart had a career that spanned almost 90 years. She was one of the last surviving actors from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Her most recent film appearance was in Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm in a voice role in 2019. Her other notable appearances in recent decades include Grey’s Anatomy, Complete Savages, Super Capers, and The Remake, among others.
