Legendary Actress Passes Away After a Long Illness
Jill Jacobson, celebrated for her roles in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Falcon Crest, passed away on December 8 at the age of 70. She died at the Culver West Health Center in Culver City, California, after battling a long illness.
Her close friend and publicist, Dan Harary, shared the news, describing her as "beautiful, energetic, and positive to the end." She is survived by her beloved dogs, Benny and Kowalski, along with numerous relatives and friends.
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Star Trek and Falcon Crest: Career Highlights
· Jill Jacobson gained fame with her role as Erin Jones on the soap opera Falcon Crest, appearing in 22 episodes from 1985.
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· She delighted sci-fi fans with guest appearances on Star Trek: The Next Generation (1989) and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1996).
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· Beyond these iconic shows, she made appearances on popular series like Who’s the Boss?, Quantum Leap, and Murphy Brown.
Jacobson’s comedic brilliance shone later in her career at venues like The Improv and The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. Her co-star Caryn Richman described her comic timing as “brilliant” and her presence as “joyful.”
Jill’s Battle with Cancer and Advocacy Work
Jacobson bravely faced a two-and-a-half-year battle with esophageal cancer, which she publicly discussed earlier this year. Reflecting on her experience, she said:
"What I went through was pretty intense. You can’t function, you just can’t function. But now I’m so grateful; it makes you want to help people."
Her personal struggle inspired her advocacy work. She became a volunteer spokesperson for the American Cancer Society, dedicating her time to raising awareness and helping others.
A Star Born in Texas
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Born and raised in Texas, Jill Jacobson earned a B.S. in Radio, TV, and Film Performance from the University of Texas at Austin. She moved to Los Angeles to pursue her Hollywood dreams, landing her first notable role in the cult classic Nurse Sherri.
Her journey from Texas to stardom left an indelible mark on television, film, and comedy.
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