Amanda Davies, the daughter of One Life to Live star Erika Slezak, tragically passed away at the age of 42 this week. She is best known for her portrayal of a younger version of her mother’s iconic character on the long-running soap opera. The news of her sudden death has left the family heartbroken, and they kindly request privacy during this difficult time.
A Young Talent Taken Too Soon
Although the exact date and cause of Amanda Davies’ passing remain unknown at this time, her talent agent confirmed the heartbreaking news to The Hollywood Reporter. Davies captured the hearts of fans through her appearance on ABC’s One Life to Live, which premiered in 1968 and ended in 2012. In 2002, she portrayed the younger version of matriarch Victoria “Viki” Lord during flashback scenes, credited as “Young Viki.” While this marked her most significant acting role, she also appeared in a short film titled The Gift in 2011.
A Legacy of Performing Excellence
Amanda Davies was born into an esteemed performing dynasty. She was the daughter of Erika Slezak and actor Brian Davies, who had supporting roles in modern classics such as American Gigolo and The Age of Innocence. Her grandfather was Tony-winning Viennese character actor Walter Slezak, who also made appearances on One Life to Live, and her great-grandfather was Austrian opera star Leo Slezak.
Erika Slezak, Amanda’s mother, made a name for herself in daytime television by taking on the role of Viki Lord, the central protagonist in One Life to Live, in 1971. Over four decades, she won a record-breaking six Daytime Emmys for her exceptional portrayal of the heiress to a media empire and matriarch of the show’s central family.
Mourning the Loss
As news of Amanda Davies’ sudden death broke, love and support poured in for her mother, Erika Slezak. Television journalist Michael Fairman expressed his condolences, writing, “This just broke my heart. My thoughts are with dear Erika at this time. I know how much she loved her children.”
Amanda Davies is survived by her mother, Erika Slezak, her father Brian Davies, and her brother Michael Davies, who is 44 years old.
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