PORT CHARLES, Jan. 10 – The fictional town of Port Charles, from the long-running soap opera “General Hospital,” started paying tribute to its beloved character, Bobbie Spencer, on Wednesday. Bobbie, portrayed by the late Jacklyn Zeman for over 45 years, passed away on May 9, 2023. The show dedicated an entire episode to showcase the character’s history through flashbacks. In the following episode, which aired on Thursday, viewers were treated to Maxie and reporter Angela Brighton sitting down with the residents of Port Charles to reminisce about their memories of Bobbie.
The role of the reporter was played by Brighton Hertford, who fans may recognize as the actress who previously portrayed Bobbie’s adopted daughter, Barbara Jean “B.J.” Jones. Hertford made a surprise appearance when her character, Maxie, noticed a stranger at the church. Upon approaching her, Maxie discovered that the woman had been in contact with Bobbie and was in town to do a story on her efforts to combat human trafficking.
The next installment of the tribute is expected to be an emotional one, as the cast members continue to mourn the loss of Zeman. Tears will flow as the stars pour their real emotions into their performances. Fans can also anticipate a touching tribute from Carly, Bobbie’s daughter on the show.
While the tribute will conclude this week, Angela’s revelation promises more excitement for viewers. Carly and Felicia will carry on Bobbie’s mission to help women affected by human trafficking, including a particular individual. The storyline will take viewers on an overseas adventure and keep them engaged in the series.
In the meantime, a gallery of photos from the memorial service for Bobbie at “General Hospital” has been made available for fans to browse. It is a poignant reminder of the impact Zeman’s character had on the show and its viewers.
In summary, “General Hospital” started a tribute to Bobbie Spencer, a beloved character portrayed by the late Jacklyn Zeman. Through flashback episodes, viewers were able to reminisce about Bobbie’s history, while subsequent episodes featured conversations between Maxie, Angela, and the residents of Port Charles. The tribute is an emotional affair for the cast and promises new adventures for the characters of Carly and Felicia. A photo gallery of the memorial service is also available for fans to enjoy.