Actress Esta TerBlanche Dies at 51

Esta TerBlanche, the South African actress renowned for her role as Gillian Andrassy on the soap opera 'All My Children,' has died at 51. She was found dead in her Hollywood home on Thursday, with authorities suspecting she had passed away the previous day. An autopsy is pending, and the cause of her death remains under investigation. TerBlanche, also known for her role in the South African soap 'Egoli: Place of Gold,' was celebrated for her compassionate nature, especially towards animals. Her death was confirmed by her publicist and manager, who both expressed their shock and sorrow. The actress had recently hinted at a return to acting, making her sudden passing even more tragic.