“General Hospital” Star Jacklyn Zeman Passes Away At 70

Jacklyn Zeman, the actress famous for playing the role of Bobbie Spencer in the popular soap opera “General Hospital,” has passed away at the age of 70.

“Just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a bright light and true professional that brought so much positive energy with her to work,” executive producer Frank Valentini said on Twitter.

“Jackie will be greatly missed, but her positive spirit will always live on with our cast and crew. We send our heartfelt sympathy to her loved ones, friends, and family, especially her daughters Cassidy and Lacey.”

According to ABC News, the actor’s family informed that she passed away after a brief struggle with cancer.

Over the course of 40 years, Zeman had a role as Nurse Spencer in more than 800 episodes of “General Hospital.” She was even nominated for a Daytime Emmy award for “Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.”

“Jacklyn Zeman has been a beloved member of the ‘General Hospital’ and ABC family since she originated the iconic role of Bobbie Spencer over 45 years ago,” the show wrote on Twitter. “She leaves behind a lasting legacy for her Emmy-nominated portraya

Zeman, who grew up in New Jersey, began acting while in high school. She then went on to study dance at New York University.

Before landing her first major television role as Lana McClain on “One Life to Live,” she worked as a Playboy Bunny.

Cast members from “General Hospital” paid tribute to the iconic soap star who passed away by sharing emotional messages.

“I am heartbroken to hear this news. One of the kindest people I have ever met. My deepest condolences to her family, friends and fans,” said Kathleen Gati.

Parry Shen, the actor who portrays Brad Cooper on the show, praised Zeman as a “down-to-earth” and “absolute legend”.

“I loved hearing her stories about the show in the 70s & 80s,” Shen stated. “Always so kind & down to earth. You will be so missed, Jackie. Condolences to her daughters, family & legions of fans who have loved Bobbie Spencer for decades.”

Cassidy and Lacey are the two children who survived her.

Related Posts

Try This… Interesting Tip 😄

Most men think they need the perfect line, flawless confidence, or some secret trick to impress women, and that belief quietly sabotages them. The pressure to “perform”…

People are coming out as ‘Berrisexual’ – here’s what it means

Berrisexual is a new term. Credit: Shutterstock Here at Newsner, we’ve explained ‘graysexual‘, ‘demisexual‘ and ‘almondsexual‘ over the past year or so, bringing our readers up to speed as…

What Vertical Nail Ridges Really Mean—and When to Pay Attention

Vertical ridges on the fingernails are something many people begin to notice as they get older. These faint or sometimes more visible lines run from the cuticle…

Linda Thompson Reflects on the Real Elvis Presley Behind the Fame

Linda Thompson, long known for her close relationship with Elvis Presley throughout the 1970s, has recently opened up with new reflections about their time together. Her memories…

The Final Gift My Grandmother Left Us All

Two days before she passed, my grandmother sent a short message to our family group chat: “Does anyone have a little money to spare? I’d like to…

The Surprisingly Calming Power of a Simple Ring-Finger Stretch

We use our hands constantly—typing, driving, texting, carrying bags, and managing dozens of small daily tasks without giving them a second thought. All that movement builds tension…