The official reason for Jacklyn Zeman’s deἀth has been found. According to information given to ABC News by her family, the actress, who dἰed on May 10 at age 70, had a short fight with cἀncer before she dἰed.
Frank Valentini, the executive producer of General Hospital, first shared the sad news on Twitter, writing –
“On behalf of our @GeneralHospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the pἀssing of our beloved @JackieZeman. 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.”
“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. #GH.”
Do you know that Ty Pennington, who stars on the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, is sad because his close friend Nancy Hadley dἰed? The makeover expert’s family announced her deἀth on Facebook Tuesday evening (9 May):
The ABC daytime soap opera also released a statement following the news of her deἀth, stating –
“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. She leaves behind a lasting legacy for her Emmy-nominated portrayal of the bad girl turned heroine and will always be remembered for her kind heart and radiant spirit. We are devastated by the news of her pἀssing, and send our deepest condolences to Jackie’s family, friends, and loved ones.”
Zeman first appeared on General Hospital in 1977, and up until this year, he was the main character in more than 800 shows. In addition to General Hospital, Zeman has acted in many other shows and movies, such as The Bay, One Life to Live, National Lampoon’s Class Reunion, and Jury Duty: The Comedy.
Several celebrity friends and coworkers paid tribute to the actress following the news of her pἀssing, including John Stamos, who posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram alongside an old photo of the two.
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