Found alone in a California home with few details shared and an autopsy yet to be completed, fans and colleagues alike are left wondering: what really happened to the actress who vanished from Hollywood’s radar, only to re-emerge in tragic headlines?

Jennifer Robyn Bernard, remembered for her unforgettable portrayal of Terry Brock on the iconic soap General Hospital, has died under circumstances that remain shrouded in uncertainty. Bernard, whose performance graced 145 episodes between 1984 and 1990, captured the hearts of daytime television audiences with her nuanced, heartfelt acting. Her body was discovered earlier this week in a residence in San Jacinto, California. Authorities responded to a report of an unattended death and confirmed her identity through fingerprint analysis.

The official cause of death is still pending, awaiting a thorough autopsy by the Riverside County Coroner.Beyond her soap opera fame, Bernard also took on the role of a psychologist in the 2002 indie film Voices from the High School, showcasing her range beyond daytime drama.