San Jacinto, CA – March 12, 2024 — Robyn Bernard, best known for portraying Terry Brock on the iconic soap opera General Hospital, was tragically found deceased in an open field behind a business in San Jacinto, California, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. She was 64. Times of India+15E! Online+15Entertainment Weekly+15
🕵️ Circumstances of Her Death
Deputies were dispatched to the scene at approximately 3:57 a.m., discovering her body shortly thereafter. Authorities confirmed identification was made via fingerprint records, and there was no evidence of foul play. An autopsy was performed soon after, with toxicology results expected to take several weeks Decider+7NBC New York+7E! Online+7.
🌟 Career Highlights
Born May 26, 1959 in Gladewater, Texas, Robyn Bernard made her screen debut in the 1981 French thriller Diva and secured guest roles on shows like Simon & Simon, Whiz Kids, and The Facts of Life. In 1984, she joined General Hospital as Terry Brock/O’Connor, appearing in 145 episodes until 1990 The Daily Beast+15People+15Entertainment Weekly+15.
Her memorable storyline involved a singing career that faced turmoil, including battles with addiction and the sensational plot of being framed for murder E! Online+9Entertainment Weekly+9The Daily Beast+9. The character secured a record deal and exited Port Charles in 1990—a move that mirrored Robyn’s real‑life shift away from acting.
Bernard later appeared in French films such as the Oscar‑nominated Betty Blue (1986) and Kings for a Day (1997). Her final credited role was as a psychologist in the 2002 direct‑to‑video drama Voices from the High School People+15E! Online+15Decider+15.
👩👧 Family Ties
She was the elder sister of actress Crystal Bernard, known for Wings, It’s a Living, and Happy Days, and also leaves behind sister Scarlett Bernard and their father, Jerry Wayne Bernard Wikipedia+13E! Online+13The Sun+13.
🕯️ Final Years and Legacy
Following retirement, Bernard led a largely private life in San Jacinto. According to local reports, she faced hardship after her mobile home burned down and was reportedly homeless at times—far removed from her soap‑opera glory days Wikipedia+15Los Angeles Times+15desertsun.com+15.
In 2024 her death was among those honored at the Daytime Emmys “In Memoriam,” recognizing her lasting impact on daytime television People+8People+8Wikipedia+8.
❤️ Remembering Terry Brock
Fans and colleagues took to social media with heartfelt tributes:
“She was the life of the #GH party. Rest in Peace, Robyn Bernard.” Times of IndiaPeople+15The Sun+15The Sun+15
“Robyn Bernard who played Terry Brock … was unmatched when it came to unhinged emotional scenes.” The Daily Beast+15Reddit+15The Sun+15
Her portrayal of Terry Brock remains one of General Hospital’s most nostalgic characters from the 1980s.
🎬 Why This Matters
Robyn Bernard’s untimely passing serves as a somber reminder that fame doesn’t guarantee stability. Her journey—from soap‑opera stardom to her struggles—reflects deeper societal issues surrounding mental health, housing insecurity, and the unpredictable nature of post‑celebrity life. Her story resonates not only with GH fans but with anyone observing the personal costs of public life.
