Marla Adams, Beloved Y&R Star and Dina Mergeron Actress, Dies at 85

Soap opera fans are mourning the loss of a true daytime legend. Marla Adams, best known for her unforgettable role as Dina Mergeron on The Young and the Restless, has passed away at the age of 85.

Adams brought heart, complexity, and vulnerability to Dina, a character who returned later in life to reconnect with her children after years of absence. Her performance, particularly during Dina’s emotional Alzheimer’s storyline, earned critical praise and touched countless viewers. She even received a Daytime Emmy nomination for the role in 2018 and won in 2021.

Beyond Y&R, Adams had a long and successful soap career, including roles on The Secret Storm, Capitol, and Days of Our Lives. Her commanding presence and talent made her a standout in every scene she graced.

Fans, co-stars, and the soap community are paying tribute to a woman whose work left a lasting legacy. Marla Adams will be deeply missed, but her impact on daytime television will never be forgotten.

What was your favorite Dina Mergeron moment?