Jacklyn Zeman's dying on the age of 70 was introduced by Basic Hospital govt producer Frank Valenti on .
Whereas her explanation for dying continues to be unknown, statements have been launched confirming the tragic information.
The assertion learn: "On behalf of our @GeneralHospital household, I'm heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved @JackieZeman.
"Identical to her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a vivid gentle and true skilled that introduced a lot constructive power along with her to work.
"Jackie shall be tremendously missed, however her constructive spirit will all the time reside on with our solid and crew.
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"We ship our heartfelt sympathy to her family members, mates, and household, particularly her daughters Cassidy and Lace."
Leisure additionally launched an announcement within the wake of the unhappy information, paying tribute to her "lasting legacy" and "radiant spirit".
The assertion started: "Jacklyn Zeman has been a beloved member of the Basic Hospital and ABC household since she originated the enduring function of Bobbie Spencer over 45 years in the past.
"She leaves behind a long-lasting legacy for her Emmy-nominated portrayal of the dangerous woman turned heroine and can all the time be remembered for her sort coronary heart and radiant spirit.
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"We're devastated by the information of her passing, and ship our deepest condolences to Jackie’s household, mates and family members."
Followers have rushed to Twitter to share their condolences and pay their respect to the "legend".
@QueenOfTWD mentioned: "Oh no not one other legend. Prayers and like to her household."
@MadonnaNationX added: "Daytime legend who gave 100% in a memorable, epic character that spanned many years and had a big impression on the present. Relaxation in peace Jacklyn Zeman."
Previous to her cleaning soap profession, Jackie briefly served as a Playboy Bunny in a Playboy Membership in 1972 earlier than beginning her performing profession in earnest.
Zeman had small roles in The Fringe of the Evening and The Day That Music Died earlier than touchdown her first cleaning soap opera function on One Life to Reside in 1976.
She performed Lana McLain for 49 episodes earlier than touchdown the Bobbie Spencer function on Basic Hospital in 1977.
Showing in 880 episodes of the cleaning soap opera in complete, Zeman remained on the present till 2010.
Throughout that point, the actress additionally obtained 4 Daytime Emmy nominations for her portrayal of Bobbie Spencer.
On prime of this, Zeman appeared in exhibits like Sledge Hammer, Chicago Hope and most lately performed Sofia Madison in The Bay.
The actress is survived by her daughters Cassidy Zee Gorden and Lacey Rose Gorden.