Television Lisa Brown, an actress in soap operas, has died at the age 67 on November 24.
Brown is best known for her roles in the film “The Help”. Guiding LightAnd As the World Turns. On Guiding LightShe played Nola Reardon between 1980-1985. While working on the show, she also starred as Nola in the broadway version of 42nd Street. On As the World TurnsFrom 1985-1994, Iva Snyder was occupied by Brown.
“How blessed were we all are to have Lisa share her immense talent with us for decades. From the time Doug Marland was born, she was my friend from when I was 15.Guiding Light(head writer) Introduced me to my ‘mother,’ says Martha Byrne, who played her daughter Lily on ATWT. “
“Lisa was my mentor, mother, sister and so much more for my entire life. She was always there and full of ideas as a scene partner. Her instincts as a director and writer were unmatched. I will miss our daily calls regarding our families, our careers, and everything in between. She loved and respected her fans more than anyone could possibly imagine. She loved to entertain you, and her gratitude for all of your support was unmeasurable. We are devastated at the loss of an incredible woman.“
Brown is survived by son James “Buddy”Nielsen with her daughter Victoria, her first husband Tom Nielsen (ex Floyd, GL), her two grandchildren Penelope Ruiz Nielsen and Brayden Hooff, and her second husband Brian Neary.