Soap opera actress Andrea Evans, known for her roles on "One Life To Live" and "The Young And The Restless," has died at the age of 66. The news of her passing was announced by casting director Don Carroll, although details of her cause of death have not been disclosed.

Evans rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s with her portrayal of Tina Lord on the ABC series "One Life To Live." She left the show in 1981 to join the cast of "The Young And The Restless" as Patty Williams. She later returned to "One Life To Live" and was nominated for a Daytime Emmy in 1988.

Throughout her career, Evans also appeared on other popular soap operas such as "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "Passions." She had a thriving career in the industry but took a break from the public eye for nearly 10 years due to the traumatic experience of being stalked. Her stalker's violent actions led her to leave her career temporarily.

Fans and colleagues have been expressing their condolences and remembering Evans for her talent and vibrant personality. She leaves behind a lasting legacy in the soap opera world.