Jacklyn Zeman: 5 unknown facts about 'General Hospital' actress who died at 70

2023-05-11 17:59

Jacklyn Zeman was best known for her role as Barbara 'Bobbie' Spencer on 'General Hospital'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jacklyn Zeman, who played Barbara "Bobbie" Spencer in 'General Hospital', died at the age of 70. On Wednesday evening, May 10, the show's executive producer, Frank Valentini, tweeted the sad news. "On behalf of our 'General Hospital' family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Jackie Zeman," Valentini tweeted, adding, "She was a bright light and true professional who brought so much positive energy to work, just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer."

Zeman's cause of death has not been revealed. While she is best known for her role in 'General Hospital', here are five unknown facts about the actress.

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Jacklyn Zeman graduated at the age of 15

Zeman was a dance student at New York University on a scholarship. The actress graduated from Bergenfield High School at the age of 15. In 1972, she served at the Playboy Club as a Playboy Bunny.

Jacklyn Zeman debuted on TV in 1976

Leman first appeared on TV in 1976 in 'One Life To Live', in which she played Lana McClain. Zeman then appeared in 'The Edge of Night' in 1976 as Bobbi. Zeman was passionate about becoming an actress.

Jacklyn Zeman received several award nominations

Zeman was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 1981, 1995, 1997 and 1998, along with a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in 1998. She was nominated for a Soap Opera Digest Award for Favorite Villainess in 1979, an Indie Series Award for Best Supporting Actress Drama for her performance in 'Misguided' in 2020 and an Indie Series Award for Best Supporting Actress Comedy for her role in 'Misguided' in 2018.

Jacklyn Zeman was married thrice

On September 16, 1979, she married Murray Kaufman, better known as Murray K, a DJ, but they divorced in 1981. Then, in 1985, she married Steve Gribbin, which did not work either, and they divorced in 1986. On February 14, 1988, Jacklyn Zeman married Glenn Gorden for the third time. They divorced on June 21, 2007. Zeman and Gorden shared two daughters, Lacey Rose, and Cassidy Zee.

Jacklyn Zeman was close to 'General Hospital' co-stars

Zeman was close friends with Shell Kepler, her 'General Hospital' co-star. Zeman delivered a eulogy at Kepler's funeral. Zeman was also close to Anna Lee, another co-star.