The entertainment world is mourning the passing of actress Robyn Bernard, one of the early stars of the long-running soap opera General Hospital. Bernard, who was 64, was found dead in a field behind a business in San Jacinto, California, on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department was called to investigate the death, and Bernard was identified using her fingerprints.
Cause of Death and Career Details
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Cause of Death: The Riverside County Coroner’s subsequent autopsy determined that Robyn Bernard died of acute alcohol intoxication. The Sheriff’s Department had previously stated that there was no evidence of suspicious circumstances or foul play.
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Role on General Hospital: Bernard was best known for playing the character Terry Brock on General Hospital for six years, from 1984 to 1990. She appeared in 145 episodes. Her character on the show was an aspiring singer who developed a drinking problem, which was a significant part of her storyline.
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Other Roles: Bernard’s acting career began with a small role in the 1981 French thriller Diva. Her other television credits include appearances on shows like Simon & Simon, The Facts of Life, and Whiz Kids. Her final credited role was as a psychologist in the 2002 film Voices from the High School.
Robyn Bernard’s career and time on the major daytime soap opera made her a well-known face to millions of television viewers during the 1980s. You can find a tribute to the actress in this video on the General Hospital Actress Robyn Bernard Found Dead in Open Field | E! News YouTube channel, which discusses the sad news of her passing.
