A legendary daytime TV star has sadly died.
Andrea Evans, identified for One Life to Reside, handed away on Sunday after a battle with breast most cancers, in response to her former supervisor, Don Carroll, by way of Folks. Her present supervisor Nick Leicht additionally informed the outlet on Tuesday:
“I’ve been working with Andrea for the previous 7 years. She was such an incredible expertise and an absolute pleasure to work with.”
Andrea was 66. She reportedly died at her residence in Pasadena, California.
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The actress leaves behind her husband Stephen Rodriguez and their 19-year-old daughter Kylie. In a heartbreaking assertion, Stephen mirrored on what a “exceptional” girl she was, sharing:
“Andrea was a exceptional particular person, cherished by all who knew her. Her unwavering energy, positivity, and indomitable spirit impressed us each step of the best way all through her fearless combat in opposition to this relentless illness.”
He continued:
“She confronted the challenges with grace, resilience, and an everlasting love for all times. Andrea and I spent 30+ years collectively. She was an important spouse and mom. She was my ROCK. Most cancers killed Andrea, nevertheless it didn’t kill her spirit. That spirit is alive and nicely and lives on in every one among us, whom she touched.”
Their teenage daughter additionally opened up in regards to the “immeasurable loss” she now faces after her mom’s “brave battle with most cancers.” Kylie expressed:
“At simply 19 years outdated, my world has been endlessly modified, and phrases can’t adequately convey the depth of my unhappiness. My mother was my greatest pal.”
We can’t think about. So younger to lose a mom. 
Kylie continued:
“Her vibrant spirit, infectious laughter, and boundless love for all times left a mark on all who had been lucky sufficient to know her. All through her combat with most cancers, my mother displayed awe-inspiring energy. She confronted every hurdle with grace and willpower, cherishing each valuable second. Regardless of the ache and uncertainty, she taught me the invaluable lesson of discovering pleasure, even within the darkest of occasions. We held fingers till the very finish.”
Similar to her dad, she appears to be discovering energy within the notion her mom’s spirit will dwell on, noting:
“Though my mom’s bodily presence is not with us, her love and spirit will endlessly endure. The teachings she taught me about resilience, kindness, and love will information me via the troublesome journey forward.”
As talked about, Andrea grew well-known for taking part in the troubled teen Tina Lord on One Life to Life, a job that earned her a Daytime Emmy Award nomination. She then starred as Patty Williams on The Younger and the Stressed, Rebecca Hotchkiss on Passions, Patty Walker on The Bay, and Vivian Value within the internet sequence DeVanity, for which she additionally earned a Daytime Emmy nomination. She was additionally in motion pictures A Low Down Soiled Disgrace, Ice Cream Man, and Hit Listing.
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Many pals at the moment are mourning her loss, together with Frank Valentini, the previous government producer of OLTL and the present EP of Basic Hospital. He wrote alongside a throwback photograph of Andrea along with her solid mates (see HERE):
“I’m so sorry to study of Andrea Evans’ passing. Andrea was already an enormous star when my profession started at OLTL. She was at all times form, gracious, and so enjoyable to work with. A daytime legend who will probably be missed very a lot. My sympathies to her family and friends.”
Basic Hospital alum Nancy Lee Grahn additionally paid tribute, saying:
“I’m so sorry to listen to about Andrea Evans. Kim Zimmer, Andrea and I got here to NYC by way of Chicago per ABC Daytime Tv again within the day collectively. Pretty girl. Donated to Most cancers basis at present. We’ve acquired to fund the hell out these orgs to allow them to kill most cancers and never our pals.”
We’re sending a lot like to all these mourning Andrea right now, particularly Stephen and Kylie. Might she relaxation in peace.
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