The entertainment community mourns the loss of Jennifer Robyn Bernard, best known for her role as Terry Brock on the popular 1980s soap opera General Hospital. Bernard passed away earlier this year in San Jacinto, California, leaving behind a legacy cherished by her fans and colleagues. Authorities identified her through fingerprint records after responding to a death report. While an autopsy was performed, the official cause of death has not yet been released, leaving many saddened and searching for answers.
Robyn Bernard joined General Hospital in 1984, portraying Terry Brock over 145 episodes until 1990. Her character’s struggles and emotional depth left a lasting impression, earning her recognition for bringing nuance and passion to daytime television. Beyond General Hospital, Bernard showed her versatility as an actress in other projects, including the 2002 film Voices from the High School. Her career, though not as extensive as some peers, had a profound impact on the soap opera community.
Her passing follows the recent loss of another beloved former cast member, Jackie Zeman, deepening the grief among fans and industry peers. Many tributes have appeared online from former co-stars and fans, celebrating Bernard’s warmth, professionalism, and kindness. Rick Springfield, who worked alongside her, called her “a beautiful soul” and expressed how deeply her loss had affected the General Hospital family.
Bernard is survived by her two daughters, Lacey and Cassidy, and is remembered not only as a talented actress but also as a devoted mother and friend. Her time on television and the love she shared with those close to her will keep her memory alive for years to come.
