This Is What Jacklyn Zeman Was Up To Before She Became A Soap Opera Star

2023-05-11

Theater - Before joining the cast of ABC's General Hospital in 1977, Jacklyn Zeman was performing in theater productions in her home state of New Jersey. She was part of the cast of the musical The Pajama Game at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, New Jersey.
Modeling - Zeman was also working as a model in the 1970s, appearing in print and television ads. She was the first woman to appear in a national television commercial for Budweiser beer.
Voice Work - Zeman also did voice work for television and radio commercials. She was the voice of the character "Sarah" in the classic "Lite Beer from Miller" campaign.
Educator - Zeman worked as an educator in her early career. She taught English and drama at Middlesex County College in Edison, New Jersey.
Radio Host - Before becoming an actress, Zeman worked as a radio host. She hosted a radio show on WNBC in New York City for several years.