Jill Jacobson, Talented Actress Known for "Falcon Crest" and "Star Trek: The Next Generation," Dies at 70

Jill Jacobson, recognized for her extensive work in film and television, has passed away at age 70, PEOPLE reported. She is particularly well-known for her roles in "Star Trek: The Next Generation," "Falcon Crest," and "Days of Our Lives."

Her publicist, Daniel Harary, confirmed the news to "Variety" on December 15. Harper stated that Jacobson died on December 8 at Cedars-Sinai Culver Health Center in Los Angeles after battling a long illness.

In September, Jacobson shared her experiences with esophageal cancer on "The Jim Masters Show." She described the struggle as intense. "You can’t function, you just can’t function," she noted. "Now I feel grateful; I want to help people. It makes you want to help people."

Ben Padua, Jacobson’s manager, expressed sorrow at her loss in a statement to "Entertainment Weekly." He described her as "beautiful, soulful, hysterically funny, elegantly raunchy."

Originally from Texas, Jacobson studied radio, television, and film performance at the University of Texas at Austin. She moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting, starring in "Nurse Sherri" and "Bad Georgia Road" as her early film projects.

Throughout her career, Jacobson appeared in indie comedy films like "Forbidden Love" (1982), "Baby Sister" (1983), and "Splash" (1984). Her talent led to numerous television roles from the 1980s to the early 2000s. She had notable appearances as Erin Jones in "Falcon Crest" for 22 episodes and also guest-starred in shows like "Days of Our Lives," "Newhart," and "Quantum Leap."

Jacobson had unique roles in two "Star Trek" series, demonstrating her versatility and appeal. Most recently, she appeared in the horror anthology series "Etheria" in 2020. Additionally, she was celebrated for her theater performances and stand-up comedy at renowned venues like The Improv and The Comedy Store.

Caryn Richman, who co-starred with Jacobson in "The New Gidget," shared her memories, recognizing Jacobson's strong comedic talent. "Jill's comic timing was brilliant, and her zest for life made our time joyful," Richman recounted.

Jacobson's family shared a statement reflecting on her energetic nature: "Beautiful, energetic, and positive to the end, she will be deeply missed by numerous relatives, friends, and her beloved dogs, Benny and Kowalski."

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