'She was a bright light and true professional.'
in 1977, becoming one of the longest-running cast members and earning four Daytime Emmy nods for her performance. Bobbie wasn't the only character the actress played which landed her recognition, as her Sofia Madison infurther remembered the late star, honouring her legacy in a statement posted on the soap's official Twitter account.
"She leaves behind a lasting legacy for her Emmy-nominated portrayal of the bad girl turned heroine and will always be remembered for her kind heart and radiant spirit," the tribute reads. "We are devastated by the news of her passing, and send our deepest condolences to Jackie's family, friends and loved ones."co-star Rick Springfield, known for the role of Dr Noah Drake, also shared a sweet message following her death .
"Such a truly kind soul with no touch of the diva and only sweet things to say about everyone," the actor said, crediting the late actress for launching his career.
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