Esta TerBlanche, famed for her portrayal of Gillian Andrassy on ABC’s All My Children, has passed away at the age of 51. Her goddaughter confirmed to TMZ that TerBlanche was found dead in her North Hollywood home, though the cause of death remains undisclosed.
‘All My Children’ actress Esta TerBlanche dead at 51 – Page Six https://t.co/UJenPpsXR0
— PattiHM (@PattiHM2024) July 21, 2024
TerBlanche began her career as Miss Teen South Africa in 1991 and later starred as Beatrice “Bienkie” Naudé Hartman in Egoli: Place of Gold, South Africa’s first soap opera. She left the series in 1995.
In 1997, she joined All My Children as Gillian Andrassy, a role that saw her character eventually meet a tragic end. TerBlanche briefly returned to the show in 2011 for its series finale.
Esta TerBlanche, ‘All My Children’ Actor, Dies at 51 https://t.co/zQBg6ZRElT
— Variety (@Variety) July 21, 2024
Cameron Mathison, her on-screen love interest, paid tribute to her on Instagram, calling her “my sweet princess” and recalling her kindness during his difficult times. TerBlanche’s other acting credits include K-T.V., Three Thieves and a Wedding, The Syndicate, and Spin City.
Key Points:
- Esta TerBlanche, known for her role on All My Children, has died at 51.
- She began her career as Miss Teen South Africa and starred in Egoli: Place of Gold.
- TerBlanche joined All My Children in 1997, with her character meeting a tragic end.
- She briefly returned for the show’s finale in 2011.
- Cameron Mathison and others paid tribute to her, highlighting her kindness and talent.
Fallon Jacobson – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
