One of the most beloved stars of the long-running ABC soap opera, “One Life to Live,” Amanda Davies, has tragically passed away at the age of 42. Davies, who played the teenage version of her real-life mother Erika Slezak’s iconic character, Victoria “Viki” Lord, died suddenly.
Slezak confirmed the news on the homepage of her official website, expressing her family’s heartbreak and asking for privacy at this difficult time. The cause of Davies’ death has not been revealed, and the news has sent shockwaves through the soap opera community.
Davies was born in 1981 to Slezak and her husband, actor Brian Davies. Slezak, known for her role as Viki on “One Life to Live,” was a beloved and iconic figure in the soap opera world. She played Viki for a decade on the show, from 1971 until its television finale in 2012. Davies followed in her mother’s footsteps by playing the teenage version of Viki in a series of flashbacks in 2002 and then again in 2013 when the series was briefly revived as a web series.
Slezak’s portrayal of Viki earned her a record-breaking six Daytime Emmy Awards during her four-decade tenure on the show. She was a fan favorite and a beloved figure in the soap opera world. Fans mourned the loss of Davies, remembering her as the sweet and talented young actress who brought the teenage version of Viki to life on screen. Davies’ passing is a huge loss for the “One Life to Live” family and the soap opera community at large.
The news of Davies’ death is the second tragedy to hit the “One Life to Live” family in recent months. Puerto Rican actor Kamar de los Reyes, who played cop Antonio Vega on the show, passed away on Christmas Eve at the age of 56 after a brief battle with cancer.
The soap opera community is still reeling from this loss, and now they must also come to terms with the sudden death of Davies. The news has left fans and colleagues in shock, with many taking to social media to share memories and offer support to Slezak and her family.
Davies leaves behind her mother, father, and brother Michael, who is 43. The family has asked for privacy at this time, and no further details have been shared about Davies’ passing. The news has been met with an outpouring of love and support from the soap opera community, with many expressing their condolences to Slezak and her family. Fans have also been sharing their favorite memories of Davies on the show, reminding everyone of her talent and charm.
Davies’ passing serves as a reminder of just how much the soap opera community is like a family. Through their roles, actors form deep connections with each other and with their fans. The loss of Davies will be deeply felt by all those who knew her, and she will be remembered as a talented, kind, and gracious actress. The soap opera community will undoubtedly come together to mourn her loss and honor her memory.
As the details surrounding Davies’ death continue to unfold, fans and colleagues are left to grieve the loss of a young talent and a beloved member of the “One Life to Live” family. The show may have ended, but its legacy and impact on its fans and cast members will live on.
Davies, like her mother, will always hold a special place in the hearts of viewers who grew up watching her on screen and remembering her as the vibrant and talented young actress who brought Viki’s teenage years to life.
