Esta TerBlanche , known for her captivating role in All My Children, died at the age of 51 just after teasing a potential return to television .
The entertainment world is reeling from the sudden death of Esta, whose recent talks of a comeback to acting had fans excited for her return to television . TMZ reports that Esta, who won hearts as Gillian Andrassy on the beloved series, was found deceased in her Hollywood home.
Authorities believe she may have died a day before her body was discovered. Her manager, Annie Spoliansky, confirmed the tragic news with a touching tribute to People magazine.
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In a statement full of sorrow, Spoliansky said: "We are deeply saddened by this news. As for a personal statement, I'd like to say that Esta was such a kind, loving, giving, and caring person."
"She cared so deeply for all people and animals," Spoliansky continued.
Annie further highlighted Esta's kindness: "She had squirrels she fed and looked after daily, her two cats and recent kittens that she cared for as her own children."
"Esta was never anything but generous and lovely to me, and I'm grateful to have known her for the time that I did, and devastated to learn of her passing."
Her publicist, Lisa Rodrigo, shared a touching tribute, saying: "I am heartbroken upon learning about Esta's death. She was and always will be a beautiful soul who I will miss every day. I am proud to have known her and call her not only a client but a friend." Esta, known for her role as a Hungarian princess on the soap between 1997 and 2001, sparked rumors of a possible return to daytime TV shortly before her untimely passing.
The star's death comes after she announced that a return to the small screen was "definitely something I would like to get back into."
Although her character was killed off in All My Children, she made an unexpected return during the finale episodes once ABC decided to cancel the long-standing series in 2011. So loved was Esta's character in All My Children that the show once held the record as America's most recorded TV program.
An online fan page dedicated to the show paid tribute to Esta with a heartfelt post featuring a picture of her next to her on-screen partner, Cameron Mathison. The caption read: "Rest in Peace Esta TerBlanche. Thank you for entertaining us with your beautiful and captivating performance."
The homage emotionally ended by acknowledging her unforgettable character: "We will miss you, Princess."
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