In a poignant tribute to the late Jacklyn Zeman, longtime star of General Hospital, the popular ABC soap opera is preparing to say goodbye to her beloved character, Bobbie Spencer.

According to People, the citizens of Port Charles will be devastated to learn of Bobbie's passing during the first week of January, with a two-part tribute episode scheduled for January 10 and January 11. The episodes will center around Bobbie's memorial service, bringing together much of the current cast to honor the character's legacy.

Although no former General Hospital stars have been confirmed to make appearances in the episodes, People teases that a "stranger's surprise arrival unearths a shocking secret - and kicks off a mini adventure" involving Bobbie's daughter Carly, portrayed by Laura Wright, and her best friend Felicia, played by Kristina Wagner. The duo will embark on a journey to Amsterdam, where they will attempt to take care of Bobbie's unfinished business.

The loss of Zeman, who portrayed Bobbie Spencer for over four decades, in May after a brief battle with cancer, has deeply affected the General Hospital community. The final episode featuring Zeman's portrayal of Bobbie aired a month earlier, leaving fans longing for closure.

Laura Wright, who plays Bobbie's daughter Carly, shared her sentiments with People, stating, "When we shot the memorial, the entire cast was there. And it wasn't just for Bobbie; it was for Jackie as well." The episode will not only serve as a poignant farewell to the character but a tribute to the talented actress behind her.

Zeman's passing has left a void in the hearts of her co-stars and friends. Anthony Geary, who played Bobbie's on-screen brother Luke for nearly four decades until his retirement in 2015, expressed his admiration for Zeman and her character. "For 40 years," Geary recalled, "I was fortunate enough to play Jackie Zeman's big brother on General Hospital. In all those years, I never heard her utter one disparaging word about any actor, crew member, or co-worker. She was quite simply one of the kindest, sweetest people I have ever known."

As General Hospital prepares to bid farewell to the iconic character of Bobbie Spencer, fans worldwide are emotionally bracing themselves for the touching tribute episode that will honor the legacy of both the character and the beloved actress herself.