Actress Robyn Bernard, known for her role as Terry Brock on General Hospital from 1984 to 1990, has passed away at the age of 64. She was found in a field behind a business in San Jacinto, California, on March 12, 2024, and was identified through fingerprints.
Authorities say no foul play is suspected, and an autopsy has been performed, with toxicology results pending.
Born in Gladewater, Texas, Bernard appeared in 145 episodes of General Hospital, playing a singer at the heart of several major storylines. Her career also included roles in Diva (1981), Simon & Simon, Whiz Kids, The Facts of Life, and the 2002 TV movie Voices from the High School, where she portrayed a psychologist.
Bernard was honored during the Daytime Emmys 2024 “In Memoriam” segment, alongside other soap legends such as Johnny Wactor and Bill Hayes. Her contributions to daytime television left a lasting impact on both colleagues and fans, who remember her professionalism and charisma on screen.
The older sister of actress and singer Crystal Bernard, Robyn was known to have been living a quieter life in recent years. Though her career was rooted in Hollywood, her passing is a reminder of the enduring legacy she leaves behind in the soap opera community.
