Zeman’s portrayal of Spencer was a spirited, upbeat woman who was as sweet as pie but who also had a sense of self.

'General Hospital' turns 60 'Grey's Anatomy' star Chandra Wilson talks judging Port Charles' fashionīobbie had worked as a teen prostitute and given up a baby for adoption but had managed to turn her life around and become a nurse at General Hospital. “I’m probably closer to him than I would be a real-life brother,” she told co-star Maurice Benard last year on his YouTube series “State of Mind.” Zeman grew to regard Geary as family off camera. Zeman first joined “General Hospital” in 1977 as Barbara Jean, who went by Bobbie, and was the feisty, younger sister of Anthony Geary’s Luke Spencer. We are devastated by the news of her passing, and send our deepest condolences to Jackie’s family, friends and loved ones.” 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. “Just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a bright light and a true professional that brought so much positive energy with her work.”ĪBC Entertainment and “General Hospital” also released a statement 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. “I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Jackie Zeman,” he wrote on Twitter. News of her death was first announced by the show’s executive producer, Frank Valentini. Zeman died after a short battle with cancer, her family confirmed Wednesday.

Jacklyn Zeman, who played Bobbie Spencer for 45 years on ABC’s “General Hospital,” has died at 70. Watch Video: 'General Hospital' Actress Jacklyn Zeman Dies at 70 After Battling Cancer

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