‘The Young And The Restless’ (Y&R) spoilers show that series alumni Meg Bennett who portrayed Julia Newman has unfortunately passed away after a long battle with cancer. From 1980 to 2002, Bennett appeared as Julia Newman, the first wife of Victor Newman (Eric Braeden).
In order to commemorate the program’s 45th anniversary on March 26, 2018, Bennett made a comeback to the role of Julia Martin. In 2020, she made a second appearance to commemorate Eric Braeden’s 40 years of playing Victor Newman in the CBS serial opera.
Bennett was a writer on other soap operas, including ‘General Hospital’ from 1993-2011, as well as writing on ‘The Young and the Restless and ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’.
“Y&R mourns the loss of Meg Bennett who graced Y&R with her talents both on and off screen beginning in 1980 as “Julia Newman” and then as member of the Y&R Writing Staff for many years.
Our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.”
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‘The Young And The Restless’ Spoilers: Show Alumni Meg Bennett Passes Away At Age 75
Fans commented on the news saying, “This takes me way back when I watched with my mama , ty for the memories ❤️ rip”, “Rest in peace Meg🙏🏻 We were all so fortunate to have worked with you❤️”, “Sorry to hear this. My condolences to her friends & family. I remember her well on Y&R”, “Very sorry to hear this. I remember her as Julia Newman. An excellent actress and a beautiful woman. RIP”, and “Oh my! RIP Meg❤️ condolances to your family🙏.”
It’s terrible to hear the news and we wish the best for her family during these troubling times. She certainly left her mark on the industry and in particular, ‘The Young and the Restless’. We will miss her. Rest in peace, Meg. She was 75.
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