Jane Elliot, Soap Opera Legend Celebrates 60 Years in Television as Iconic General Hospital's Tracy Quartermaine
Hollywood, Los Angeles - Actress Jane Elliot has left an indelible mark on the world of daytime dramas, with a career spanning over six decades and nine different soap operas. Her Emmy-winning portrayal of Tracy Quartermaine on "General Hospital" has cemented her status as a legend in the industry.
Elliot's journey to becoming a renowned actress began at a young age, with aspirations to become an ice skater or nurse. However, she soon discovered that acting was her true calling. Throughout the years, Elliot has appeared in various primetime shows, including "Kojak" and "Change of Habit," where she played alongside Mary Tyler Moore and Elvis Presley.
In 1965, Elliot made her soap opera debut on "A Flame in the Wind," which aired live. She later joined the cast of "Guiding Light," playing a character that deviated from her usual typecast. Her breakthrough role came in 1978 when she landed the iconic part of Tracy Quartermaine on "General Hospital."
Elliot's portrayal of Tracy Quartermaine has been marked by her wit and sassiness, allowing her to navigate complex storylines without emotional depth. This trait, according to Elliot, is what makes her character so appealing: "It's the easiest kind of role to play, though. There's no crying. There's no heartbreak," she said.
Over the years, Tracy Quartermaine has undergone several revamps, but Jane has consistently returned to the role. In 2026, Elliot celebrated a remarkable milestone - 60 years in television. With her "General Hospital" family having passed away, Elliot now finds herself as the matriarch of the show.
"I'm the last person standing," she proudly declared. "I represent what is left of the arch family that started. And I have to fill all those slots now." Elliot's unwavering dedication to her craft has earned her a special place in the hearts of fans and fellow actors alike. As she looks back on her illustrious career, it's clear that Jane Elliot will always be synonymous with wit, sass, and the enduring legacy of Tracy Quartermaine.
Hollywood, Los Angeles - Actress Jane Elliot has left an indelible mark on the world of daytime dramas, with a career spanning over six decades and nine different soap operas. Her Emmy-winning portrayal of Tracy Quartermaine on "General Hospital" has cemented her status as a legend in the industry.
Elliot's journey to becoming a renowned actress began at a young age, with aspirations to become an ice skater or nurse. However, she soon discovered that acting was her true calling. Throughout the years, Elliot has appeared in various primetime shows, including "Kojak" and "Change of Habit," where she played alongside Mary Tyler Moore and Elvis Presley.
In 1965, Elliot made her soap opera debut on "A Flame in the Wind," which aired live. She later joined the cast of "Guiding Light," playing a character that deviated from her usual typecast. Her breakthrough role came in 1978 when she landed the iconic part of Tracy Quartermaine on "General Hospital."
Elliot's portrayal of Tracy Quartermaine has been marked by her wit and sassiness, allowing her to navigate complex storylines without emotional depth. This trait, according to Elliot, is what makes her character so appealing: "It's the easiest kind of role to play, though. There's no crying. There's no heartbreak," she said.
Over the years, Tracy Quartermaine has undergone several revamps, but Jane has consistently returned to the role. In 2026, Elliot celebrated a remarkable milestone - 60 years in television. With her "General Hospital" family having passed away, Elliot now finds herself as the matriarch of the show.
"I'm the last person standing," she proudly declared. "I represent what is left of the arch family that started. And I have to fill all those slots now." Elliot's unwavering dedication to her craft has earned her a special place in the hearts of fans and fellow actors alike. As she looks back on her illustrious career, it's clear that Jane Elliot will always be synonymous with wit, sass, and the enduring legacy of Tracy Quartermaine.
. I mean, can you imagine having to play the same character for that long? It's like she's stuck in some kind of soap opera time loop 
. And her answer about why it's easy to play Tracy Quartermaine? "There's no crying"? That's not acting skills, that's just avoiding emotions 
. I guess when you've been doing the same thing for 60 years, you start to lose touch with reality 
. Anyway, congrats to Jane Elliot on reaching this milestone... I guess 
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and i'm so curious how does she do it all? like, nine different soap operas? is that even possible? 
does she have any secret recipes for staying young and talented? also what's with the "no crying" thing? does she never get emotional at all? 
and btw why are tv shows still a thing in 2025? shouldn't we be watching like, netflix or something? 
? Tracy Quartermaine is basically the OG mean girl, but you know what? We love her for it 
. I'm kinda curious to see how she's gonna fill all those character slots now 
. Guess we'll just have to keep watching General Hospital to find out 
. And honestly, 60 years in TV is like... what's next? World domination? 
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. And can we talk about how cool it is that she's now the matriarch of General Hospital? I mean, who wouldn't want to be part of such an iconic legacy? It just goes to show you that age is just a number, and talent is timeless 
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, 60 years is a huge milestone for any actress, let alone one who's been playing the same character for most of that time. Interesting 
how she says it's the easiest kind of role to play because there's no crying or heartbreak - but we all know Tracy Quartermaine has gone through so much drama over the years 
And I love how she's embracing her new role as the matriarch of the show - it's a testament to her talent and dedication 
. She's literally been doing this for decades and it's so inspiring to see her still killin' it on screen 
. It's like she's the queen of daytime dramas 
. Can't wait to see what the future holds for Jane and Tracy! 
She's been slaying as Tracy Quartermaine on General Hospital for decades! I mean, who else can pull off that iconic character with such sass and wit? 
Her dedication to her craft is truly inspiring. I'm loving the fact that she's still a part of the show even after all the cast members have left. She's literally the last person standing in the arch family! 
"The Hashtag Hero" gives major respect to Jane Elliot for her enduring legacy on TV 
It's no wonder she's a legend now! 
Jane Elliot is definitely an icon and I love how she's still going strong. Tracy Quartermaine is such a iconic character too 
, I remember watching GH when I was younger and loving her sassiness 
. And can we talk about how inspiring it is for her to be the "last person standing" now? 
It's amazing to see someone carry on a legacy like that and still thrive in their career 
. I'm sending all my love and appreciation to Jane Elliot for being such an incredible role model 
. I mean, who else can say they've been a part of so many iconic shows like "Kojak" and "Change of Habit"? 
She's got more drama going on behind the scenes than most people have on their front porch 
60 years is crazy! I mean, can you even imagine? Jane Elliot has been killing it in the soap opera game since like, forever 
. Congrats on 60 years in tv, Jane 
I'm curious to know how she handles playing such an iconic character with so many changes over the years... does she ever feel like she's stuck in a rut?