Young and the Restless Tragedy: Marla Adams Dead - Dina Mergeron Actress Passes at Age 85

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Young and the Restless mourns the loss of actress Marla Adams, known for her portrayal of Dina Mergeron, the Abbott matriarch.
Adams' tenure on the show, spanning 37 years, saw her character's evolution from a socialite to a complex figure battling Alzheimer's.
Dina Mergeron's character was a cornerstone of the show, with a rich backstory involving affairs, abandonment, and eventual return to her family. Her last storyline on Young and the Restless, which ran for nearly three years, was both incredible and poignant, showcasing Adams' acting prowess.
Her portrayal of Dina's struggle with Alzheimer's was so impactful, it earned her a Daytime Emmy in 2021. Adams' passing marks the end of an era for the show; her character's compelling storylines and the actress's commanding presence will be sorely missed by fans.
The legacy of Marla Adams, born in Ocean City, New Jersey on August 28th, 1938, extends beyond Young and the Restless, with roles on Days of our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful. Despite her departure, the impact of her character, Dina Mergeron, will continue to resonate in the world of Young and the Restless.
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[@cindydjlove]

So glad Marla got to finish her story on y&r. she will so be missed. she was loved and adored. amazing actress and beautful person.

[@jayjones7246]

Belynda, Sorry to hear your Mom is suffering from dementia. 🙏🏻

[@rudi-183]

Loved her as Dina she was so good. Much condolences to her family and her tv family. Liked her up to the end when they wrote her off. ❤

[@The1sassylady5378]

My sincere condolences to the family of Marla Adams and Y&R cast. She was a terrific actress. Her performance with the Alzhimers was deeply moving - almost felt like I was in the same room with the Abbot family. Wow

[@buch1126]

I oh so loved her this is such sad news. My condolences to her family and the Y&R soap family 🕊️🙏🏽

[@WAGSU2BE]

Such an incredible actress! So glad she won an Emmy for her work! Also played Beth Logan on B&B. RIP Marla.

[@Scarlet99977]

Ms. Adams was a very refreshing actress and a marvelous character actress. She was also a unique beauty. I love her and will miss her until I meet her in heaven. My condolences to her family and fans.

[@sekenamcmurren2217]

😔Hello Belinda From Soap Dirt Marla Adams was an extraordinary actress and a great beauty! My father past away in February of 2020 from complications of Dementia! (88 yrs old) 😢 When her character passed away I sobbed because it hit me personally! My deepest condolences to her family! 😣 🙏🏼

[@darnellanders8768]

Ah man may she RIP i remember her beautiful smile.. such a stunning woman with class and grace . whom i recall on the love boat playing the part of Melissa Gilbert's mom ..And she was on the long running Soap opera Generations and then she went on to play Dina Abbott on Young and the restless. .

[@donnamassey4547]

My Mother died from Alzheimers. It tore me up to watch.😢

[@kkennedy1773]

My Grampa, Mom's Dad passed with Alzheimer's, and my Mom with Dementia 🙏💕🌹

[@raytang76]

​​​@@kkennedy1773My Grams died also from dementia last year and gosh do I miss her dearly!

[@paulasimmons9082]

Rest in peace Marla. My condolences to the family.❤

[@user-ko3bg7of2y]

My deepest sympathy to Maria's family. She was a wonderful actress.

[@user-ot8uq3sb1o]

Understand that. Our family went through it, too.

[@helenbarr1362]

PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY. LOVED HER ON THE YOUNG AND RESTLESS. SHE WAS A GOOD ACTOR.

[@user-ls4vb6dq7z]

Marla Adams was incredible as Dina Mergeron! The development of her Alzheimers was so moving and Peter Bergman's performance with her was beyond words. God bless her and RIP.

[@barbarakesselman5915]

Thanks Belinda

[@maryclancey5001]

Awe! So Sad ! Thoughts and Prayers are with the family at this sad time .❤️🙏❤️

[@KimMarsaw]

Sorry to hear that 😮 RIP 🙏 ❤

[@jennamartin4208]

Yes i love Dina

[@winterdame307]

Marla, you leave a superb acting legacy! There will never be another you! You played Deana to the hilt. Those young actors today should take a page from your play book! Rest in peace, Marla! Well done.

[@genoaroseb.1705]

Thank you for this report/

[@paulasimmons9082]

Loved her. I remember when she was Belle Kincaid on the "Secret Storm".

[@sherquettaingram8965]

Condolences to the family, friends and fans

[@marlenepearson3936]

Belinda! I'm sorry to hear your Mother has dementia. What a struggle. I am very glad Marla Adams got to come back for Dina's final story. And make peace with her children. It was a tough story to watch. RIP 🙏 dear lady 💔

[@robynheavner4689]

Rest in Peace, Marla❤🙏❤

[@janerose4032]

So sad, she'll be missed 😢❤

[@majorboyce123]

I remember seeing Marla Adams on several tv shows as a child. She was always stunning and believable. Her eyes were her greatest asset. Rip Dina/Beth.

[@sheliapower4566]

So sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.😢

[@user-if1dz9cy4e]

I lost my mother last year to Alzheimer’s 😢 terrible disease. Marla was such a wonderful actress and will be greatly missed by all those that loved her ❤

[@stacey8420]

I remember Marla playing on the Secret Storm as Belle Kincaid. Anyone remember?

[@christyschafinski2861]

Prayers for the family 🙏

[@jennamartin4208]

I am going to miss.Marla Adams she is With the angels now.😇😇😇😇🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😭😭😭😭

[@nayb9809]

I tried to share this on Facebook and they said it went against their community standards. RIP Memar. She was a great actress, mother and friend.

[@delmonicabelin]

She always has been a fantastic actress!!! 😢Sad loss.

[@tessyoung9552]

My condolences to the Adams family I'm at that age I remember her in the young and restless. My prayers are with the family and family members of the young and restless 🙏🏾🕊️

[@jennamartin4208]

🤧🤧🤧🤧

[@PAttyCornwell-iu6yc]

Rest in peace

[@Mustafa-ud9jf]

I am 60 years old now I have been watching young and the restless It was one of my mothers favorite TV shows and I had watched this ever since I was a little kid I remember when Dina first appeared it was a great storyline she had abandoned all her kids and I really didn’t want nothing to do with her and John Abbott one nothing to do with her and he had already been married to another woman at the time till Abbet Marla Adams was incredible actress and she gave a big performance of a lifetime every time she was on the screen people that don’t know her acting abilities in the 80s and 90s check outKZbin or clips of her she was amazing at what she did she’s gonna be very missed in my heart she gave me a lot of joy and comfort and I really enjoyed her God bless you and Marla Adams

[@anamirawdaly2597]

O.k.& Thank you ❤

[@pjmoneybags2780]

Loved Marla Adams glad she was able to perform up into her twilight years. RIP to her & also to Meg Bennett ex Julia Newman & Jennifer Leak ex Gwen Sherman. 3 great ladies who starred on Y & R and passed on this month.

[@cherylmilke313]

Loved her years ago on the Secret Storm as Belle, she was also on The Edge of Night. RIP you will be thought of fondly.🙏

[@phyllisophicallyspeaking2940]

Marla Adams was always so beautiful. I remember watching her as a little girl with my mom, on “Secret Storm“ and of course later on Y&R. The storyline about the dementia was so heartbreaking, because my mom too went through that before she passed in 2023. The show did a spectacular job, every actor in that storyline hit their mark. Belinda, I’m so sorry you’ve had to experience that in your family as well. Thanks for doing a great job on this touching subject & post! 🫶🏻💕

[@roselyncampisi822]

I wached it. I have been watching y&r since day 1😊

[@nanceeM1313]

RIP MARLA 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@user-xk5ld9dl7o]

So sad! My condolences to her family! She was great!

[@paulettejackson6875]

Wow, my condolences to her family my prayers goes out to her family 😢😢😢

[@joannejennings7649]

My condolences to her family, personal and Tv

[@cherylseeley1460]

Marla was a good actress on the soap opera young a the restless condolences to her friends and family and the people that worked with her sorry for the loss

[@kimdunn9389]

Love Marla Adams ❤

[@brendarico715]

❤Love her❤y@r superfan❤

[@pmtspmts8441]

Can someone send me the link where she was on titles a few years ago I cannot find it

[@timothyswinson7906]

A little surprised that Belle Kincaid from the Secret Storm's carictor wasn't mentioned. That was my Mom's and my favorite soap. I'm 65 now and my Mom is gone, but I remember as a child running home from school to watch the Secret Storm..I think the narrator that does these does a good job but is too young to give tributes justice.

[@phyllisophicallyspeaking2940]

I remember Secret Storm, watched it as a child with my mom. I’d forgotten her characters name until I read your post. Marla Adams was great in everything she did!

[@pmtspmts8441]

She had opening credits and again I just cannot find

[@lakeisha617]

Rest in Paradise, Marla characteristically known as Dina. U will be, truly, missed🥺🥹.

[@cedricbrooks8951]

RIP two m's meg & marla

[@darryldrax606]

👍

[@jennydorrell8143]

Is this for real or snither false story of someone dying that didnt.

[@stacey8420]

Belynda always brings the truth about the soaps, not like other soap channels. You can count on her commentary as being real and not "click bait".

[@georgeschlaline6057]

Another Hollywood star suffering

[@sirichatman6888]

divid the company and go your seperate ways. this storyline is so boring. Bye.