Jackie Zeman, known for her role on the ABC soap opera “General Hospital,” has died. She was 70.
Zeman had been with the show for more than 45 years. Her family told ABC News she died after a short battle with cancer.
Details about her death were not released, but Executive Producer Frank Valentini took to Twitter Wednesday night and issued the following statement:
“On behalf of our General Hospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Jackie Zeman,” he wrote. “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.”
On behalf of our @GeneralHospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing 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. pic.twitter.com/DxGdjYavab
— Frank Valentini (@valentinifrank) May 11, 2023
Valentini said her “positive spirit” will be missed and “will always live on with our cast and crew.”
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
— Frank Valentini (@valentinifrank) May 11, 2023
Zeman had several small parts before landing a regular role in the ABC soap opera “One Life to Live” where she portrayed Lana McClain until 1977.
Later that year, she was eventually cast as Bobbie Spencer on “General Hospital.”
A statement was posted on the show’s official Twitter account, saying Zeman leaves behind a lasting legacy.
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… pic.twitter.com/iFQpoKb72b
— General Hospital (@GeneralHospital) May 11, 2023
We are devastated by the news of her passing, and send our deepest condolences to Jackie’s family, friends and loved ones.
— General Hospital (@GeneralHospital) May 11, 2023
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