51 Young & the Restless Actors Who Have Sadly Passed Away
Over its five-decade run, The Young and the Restless has featured numerous talented actors, many of whom have since passed away. Here are some notable stars who have left a lasting legacy:
- Jeanne Cooper (Katherine Chancellor): A central figure since 1973, Cooper’s portrayal of Katherine Chancellor made her a daytime television icon. She passed away in 2013 at the age of 84.
- Kristoff St. John (Neil Winters): St. John played Neil Winters from 1991 until his untimely death in 2019 at age 52. His performance earned him multiple Daytime Emmy Awards.
- Jerry Douglas (John Abbott): Douglas portrayed the patriarch John Abbott for over 25 years. He died in 2021 at the age of 88.
- Terry Lester (Jack Abbott): The original Jack Abbott, Lester’s charismatic performance left a lasting impression. He passed away in 2003 at 53.
- Beau Kazer (Brock Reynolds): Kazer was known for his role as Brock Reynolds, the son of Katherine Chancellor. He died in 2014 at 63.
- Meg Bennett (Julia Newman): Bennett, who portrayed Victor Newman’s first wife, Julia, passed away on April 11, 2024, at the age of 75. citeturn0search10
- Jennifer Leak (Gwen Sherman): Leak, known for her role as Gwen Sherman, died on March 18, 2024, at 76. citeturn0news22
- Geoffrey Deuel (Dave Campbell): Deuel, who played Dave Campbell, passed away on December 27, 2024, at 81. citeturn0news23
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