Peter Franklin Hansen: Bridging Stage and Canvas – An Actor’s Unexpected Artistic Journey Peter Franklin Hansen (1921-2017) remains a figure of quiet fascination within the annals of American art history, largely overshadowed by his celebrated role as Lee Baldwin in General Hospital. Yet, beneath the surface of daytime television stardom lies an artist whose explorations into figurative painting offer a surprising counterpoint to his dramatic persona—a testament to the multifaceted nature of creative expression and a reminder that talent can flourish in unexpected domains. Early Life & Infl…