Jacklyn Zeman Cause Of Death

The death of General Hospital star, Jacklyn Zeman on May 10, 2023 has left many devasted by the news. The legendary actress who is well known for her role as Barbara Spencer on the soap opera, General Hospital had a career spanning over four decades until her demise.

Since news of her death broke, her fans from all over the world are interested in knowing what really caused her death as well as other personal information about her.

As you read on, we will provide you with the cause of death of legendary actress, Jacklyn Zeman. But before that, who exactly was Jacklyn Zeman?

Who Was Jacklyn Zeman? 

Jacklyn Zeman was a legendary American actress born on March 6, 1974 in Englewood, New Jersey, U.S to Richard S. Zeman and Rita Zeman-Rohlman. Her father was a systems engineer whereas her mother was a magazine supervisor and together raised Zeman in Bergenfield, New Jersey.

By the Zeman was 15, she was already done with high school. She graduated from Bergenfield High School and from there obtained a scholarship to attend New York University. Zeman grew up loving anything that hard to do with arts hence studied dance at the University. However, she later diverted into acting few years after she graduated from the University.

As is the case for many up and coming actresses and actors, Zeman started her acting career slowly but surely. In 1974 where she started, Zeman played the role of an office girl in “Deep Throat Part II” and appeared in a single episode of “The Edge of Night” in 1976.

After playing a few more minor roles, Zeman landed a role on the ABC soap opera, General Hospital in 1977 as Barbara “Bobbie” Spencer which has brought her this much fame and success over the years. Zeman has been on General Hospital since 1977 to 2010 and returned again three years later in 2010 till she passed away on May 10, 2023.

During her time on “General Hospital,” Zeman has received several nominations for her role as Bobbie Spencer. In 1981, 1995 and 1997 for example, she received a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. She then received a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series nomination in 1998 where she was a series regular.

Away from General Hospital, Zeman has also starred in a number of films and series. They include “Misguided” (2017-2019) as Mo, “The Bay” (2010-2023) as Sofia Madison, Deep in the Valley (2009) as Sonja Monia, “The Mission” (2005) as Kathryn, etc.

Jacklyn Zeman Cause of Death 

The legendary General Hospital actress, Jacklyn Zeman died on May 10, 2023 at the age of 70. According to ABC news, a family member revealed to them that the legendary actress died after battling with cancer for a few years now.

Her passing was announced by Frank Valentini, Executive producer of General Hospital via twitter. He said “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.”

“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.” he concluded.

How Old Was Jacklyn Zeman? 

Zeman died on May 10, 2023 at the age of 70. She was born on March 6, 1953 in Englewood, New Jersey to Richard S. Zeman and Rita Zeman-Rohlman.