1977 (#18) - Jennifer's cancer and death

In the many and troubled adventures of Stuart and Jennifer's four daughters, news shocked the Brooks family. Stuart is in fact distraught when Dr. James Atwater, in the presence of Jennifer herself, informs the couple that the cancer has now spread and that Jennifer has only a few days to live. Chris, Leslie, Lorie and Peggy are grief-stricken and desperate to hear the news and are all working hard to stay close to their mother in the last days of her life. Stuart confesses to his wife that he has never felt a deep love like the one he has for her, Chris thanks his mother for giving her the strength that has always distinguished her, while Leslie is holding on to the woman to give her back some of the love she has received. Then it's Lorie's turn, who although she has never been very close to the woman, in the last year, from the news of her truth about her fatherhood, has formed a completely new relationship that has introduced her to a different Jennifer with whom, in besides the feelings of a daughter, she has also developed a deep friendship. Finally, Peggy begs her mother not to leave, as she still has much to learn from her. Paradoxically, it is Jennifer who consoles everyone, once again showing herself to be a strong and courageous woman; in a final touching conversation with Stuart, finally, a suffering Jennifer apologizes to her husband for not always putting him first before letting go in a desperate hug. And it is in Stuart's arms that an exhausted Jennifer dies, overcome by a heart attack. Everyone despairs for the death of Jennifer, who is given the farewell in a moving funeral ceremony in which many characters of Genoa City give their personal greetings and praise to the woman.