The Life and Legacy of Jill Jacobson

Meet Jill Jacobson, a beloved actress known for her roles in popular TV shows like Star Trek: The Next Generation and Who’s the Boss? . Sadly, she passed away recently at the age of 70. Her longtime friend and publicist, Dan Harary, confirmed that she died after a long illness at Culver West Health Center in California. Jill was a vibrant and positive person, deeply loved by her family, friends, and even her pets, Benny and Kowalski. She was also a dedicated spokesperson for the American Cancer Society, winning awards for her work. Earlier this year, she shared that she had battled esophageal cancer for two and a half years, a struggle that kept her out of the spotlight for a while. Despite her ordeal, Jill remained grateful and wanted to help others going through similar experiences. Her co-star and lifelong friend, Caryn Richman, remembered Jill fondly. “Jill’s comic timing was amazing. She brought so much joy to our time on set, ” she said. Jill appeared in many TV shows over the years, including Days of Our Lives, Falcon Crest, Quantum Leap, and Castle. She also starred in several independent films since the '70s. Jill’s journey in the entertainment world began after she graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a degree in Radio-TV-Film/Performance. Her first onscreen role was in the 1977 cult horror film Nurse Sherri. She went on to act in other movies like Bad Georgia Road, Forbidden Love, and Splash. In addition to her acting career, Jill performed stand-up comedy at popular venues like The Improv and The Comedy Store in Los Angeles.