I hope it's ok to make a separate topic on this.

Corbin Bernsen

15 minutes ago ·

Wasn't sure how I would have to say these words so I opt for simplicity at least to begin...

My mother passed away this morning just a short time ago, peaceful with my sister by her side, in her sleep. I was going to visit this afternoon, thought I had time. Reminder to self - time is a precious thing. I too am at peace however. I said my goodbyes several times over during the last few weeks. I'll go one last time now for a gentle kiss a final farewell for this lifetime. She has been a blaze her entire life, that beacon, that boxer I spoke of earlier. She went the full twelve rounds and by unanimous decision... won! And while her light finally gave into the wind that gives flight to all our journeys, there will always be a glimmer left behind by what she stood for. I will speak about that more in coming days, months I suppose. I will certainly dedicate what remains of my life to continue her purpose of honesty, equality, humility, empathy and love. So many of you have said your prayers for her and right now, today, I can say the best way to honor her is to inhabit your lives with those things she stood for. I would ask that closer friends respectfully give us some time to find our family's path in this transition, and please limit calls, emails and the rest for a couple of days. As always, your outpouring of love here on this page, is not only welcomed to continue but truly appreciated and comforting. I asked my sister what time she passed exactly, and she told me (not to important for public record) but I was working out and just happened to pick out a song for my final moments on the treadmill - "Everlasting Light" by the Black Keys. Oh what a wonder it all is... what a magnificence!

Jackie to former GH costar Corbin Bernsen :

Jackie Zeman ‏@JackieZeman 5m

RIP @jeannecooper1 @corbinbernsen God Bless. May the love and the light within you continue to shine, always.

Why?

Katherine was there and we still barely saw Jill.

I don't see ANY signs that they are willing to make Jill a major player. Hopefully that won't be the case and they will change their minds.

Murphy is still around?

I want the best funeral for Katherine EVER. It is so sad thinking about the one they did earlier with Marge, now this one will be real.

No excuses, you get back every major and minor character; everyone is saying dedicate a day for this woman, I see dedicate a WEEK at least.

Edited May 8, 201312 yr by MTSRocks

Pardon me if this has been posted, from The Talk:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AF5jrT5Kc08

I'm not sure any of the other women give a [!@#$%^&*], although Sara Gilbert and Aisha Tyler are being very kind. I only know the other chick as "Not Sherri Shepherd", but she is clearly very stricken.

Angelica McDaniel probably forced them to do it, but a nice gesture nonetheless.

Well, whoever she is I know she was the soap fan on the show.

My biggest connection to Y&R was my babysitter. She was older than Methuselah watched it every day downstairs throughout the '80s (and early '90s). "Nadia's Theme" drove me nuts. She adored Katherine.

Edited May 8, 201312 yr by Vee

I know people wanted the Jill and Katherine feud reignited, but I honestly LOVE that Jeanne's last scenes were a quiet and touching moment with Jill. Jess Walton's face in that scene though, just broke my heart. You could tell from them both that was it for them.

Ricky Paull Goldin ‏@rickygoldin 10m

Wondering how WE will manage. Goodnight to the beautiful Jeanne Cooper.

I really don't know what to say.....I don't think that this has truly hit me yet, but I do know that The world is now a lot less peaceful without our beloved, funny, classy intelligent, Iconic actress.

There will never be another Jeanne Cooper or Katherine Chancellor, and even though this is an end to an era, the memories will last forever in our hearts and our minds.

We love you Jeanne....RIP old friend!

NOTE: Every Y&R episode that has been uploaded by me which features Katherine will now be dedicated to Jeanne!

MeTV Celebrates Life of Jeanne Cooper with ‘Bonanza’ and ‘The Big Valley’ Airings on Thursday, May 9

RIP Jeanne Cooper. It truly is the end of an era.

Wow. Even knowing this was coming didn't make it any easier. What a wonderful life she lived. May she rest in peace.

That clip from the talk was very nice, though I found Sharon Osbourne very disrespectful. Julie delivered a lovely speech. Sara and Aisha you could tell weren't familiar necessarily but they were very respectful. Sheryl looked devastated. Sharon couldn't even stand still? Wow.

Angelica McDaniel probably forced them to do it, but a nice gesture nonetheless.

Sheryl is a Y&R fan. I think she's the only one of them who actually watches the show cuz she's the only one ever familiar with current stories and cast members.

The Hoff tweeted about Jeanne

 

 

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>SAD DAYJeanne Cooper of THE Y&amp;R passing away She was my mentor &amp; loyal friend and Ill never forget her. Love to her family@<a href="https://twitter.com/corbinbernsen">corbinbernsen</a></p>&mdash; David Hasselhoff (@DavidHasselhoff) <a href="

SAD DAY Jeanne Cooper of THE Y&R passing away She was my mentor & loyal friend and Ill never forget her. Love to her family @corbinbernsen

— David Hasselhoff (@DavidHasselhoff)

May 9, 2013

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Jess Walton on the Passing of Jeanne Cooper: ‘Hers is the Presence I Will Never In My Life Forget’

Nikki Finke over at Deadline has written a short but nice tribute to Jeanne:

http://www.deadline.com/2013/05/r-i-p-jeanne-cooper/

I don't know if I've processed the loss yet, as even the stories about her being in declining health didn't prepare me for the inevitable. I always felt Jeanne was immortal.