Person Biography:
Bobbie Eakes is a renowned international television star and recording artist, best recognized for her two-time Emmy and Soap Opera Digest Awards nominated role as Krystal Carey on the iconic ABC daytime drama, All My Children. Prior to this, she gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Macy Alexander on CBS's The Bold and The Beautiful, one of the most watched and syndicated series in the world, earning her three Soap Opera Digest Awards nominations.
Early Life:
Born in Warner Robins, Georgia, as the youngest of five girls to Air Force veterans, Eakes' family moved frequently due to her father's military service. She was educated in Department of Defense Schools in various locations, including Florida and the United Kingdom, before settling in Warner Robins upon her father's retirement.
Career:
Eakes' passion for the performing arts emerged during high school, where she excelled in musicals and became a soloist with the United States Air Force Reserve Band. She continued her journey at the University of Georgia, majoring in journalism and winning the title Miss Georgia, subsequently taking a top 10 spot in the Miss America Pageant. During her competitive years, Eakes caught the attention of Hollywood producers and casting directors, leading to her television debut on the final episode of the popular sitcom, Laverne & Shirley.
Eakes began appearing in commercials and guest starring on popular shows, including Cheers, Full House, and JAG. Most recently, she had a recurring role on the critically acclaimed streaming series, George & Tammy.
Music Career:
As a young musical artist, Eakes fronted for cover bands and was part of the all-female rock band Big Trouble, featured on the syndicated sketch comedy series Comedy Break. The band, produced by multiple Grammy and Oscar-winning producer Georgio Moroder, was signed to Epic Records, released a self-titled CD, and achieved much success with singles performed at renowned festivals. Eakes eventually partnered with her The Bold & The Beautiful co-star, Jeff Trachta, and together they achieved double platinum sales status on two CDs for the European label, Arcade Records.
She then penned a contract with Sony Music Nashville and recorded Loving This Way, a duet with country music superstar Collin Raye. Eakes also recorded a smooth jazz CD while living and working in New York. She shares her time between California and Georgia, where she resides with her husband, actor and writer David Steen.
