Jennifer Robyn Bernard, an actress known for her role in the beloved soap opera General Hospital, passed away this week, leaving behind a legacy cherished by many fans and colleagues. Robyn, who brought the character Terry Brock to life on General Hospital in the 1980s, was discovered in San Jacinto, California.
Police responded to a call on Tuesday to investigate a death, and Robyn was identified through her fingerprints. She passed away at 4 a.m. in an open field behind a business, according to a report from the Riverside County Coroner. The exact cause of her death has not yet been determined, and an autopsy is scheduled to be conducted by the Riverside County Coroner. The results of the toxicology test are expected in the coming weeks.
Robyn Bernard was born on May 26, 1959, in Gladewater, Texas. Her career began with a role in the movie Diva in 1981. Before landing her significant role on General Hospital, she appeared in various shows, including Whiz Kids in 1983 and The Facts of Life in 1984. According to IMDB, she was featured in 145 episodes of General Hospital from 1984 to 1990. In 2002, she portrayed a psychologist in Voices from the High School.
Robyn’s sister, Crystal Bernard, is also a well-known actress. Crystal, 62, is recognized for her roles as Helen Chappel-Hackett on Wings, Amy on It’s a Living, and K.C. Cunningham on Happy Days.
Fans of General Hospital took to social media to express their sorrow over Robyn’s passing. One avid Facebook user remarked, “General Hospital has had a rough year. Peace be with you.” Another person noted, “Her sister Crystal was also a singer and actress.” A third commented with a crying emoji, “Robyn Bernard, who played Bobbie’s stepdaughter Terry Brock, has died at age 64.” A devoted fan recalled, “The #GH party was full of action with her. May Robyn Bernard rest in peace.” Another posted on X (formerly Twitter), “RIP #RobynBernard, who played #Terry back in the day 84–90. The O’Connell brothers and her character are very clear in my mind. #generalhospital”