1. Sonya Eddy's death
Source: Distractify
Soap opera star Sonya Eddy, best known for playing Epiphany Johnson on "General Hospital," has died at 55, her business partner Tyler Ford confirmed in a statement to USA TODAY.
"It is with the heaviest heart that I have to announce the sudden passing of my business partner, creative soulmate, and best friend Sonya Eddy. She left an indelible imprint in every person that she touched, through the screen and off," Ford said, adding that memory contributions can be made to The Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association Inc.
Eddy was also remembered by fellow actress Octavia Spencer, who shared that "my friend @sonyaeddy passed away last night" without providing details of the cause of death. "The world lost another creative angel," Spencer captioned a photo of Eddy on Instagram Tuesday. "Her legions of @generalhospitalabc fans will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones, friends, and fans!”
2. What was Sonya Eddy's Cause of Death?
Source: The US sun
Currently, Sonya's cause of death remains unannounced. Many fans reacted to the news with complete shock, writing comments such as, "This can’t be. She was a staple in my house growing up. The best nurse on GH," and "General Hospital won't be the same without her. She was a beautiful woman inside and out," on Octavia's post.General Hospital executive producer Frank Valentini released a statement about Sonya, per ABC News. "I am heartbroken about the loss of the incredible Sonya Eddy. I truly loved her not only as an actress but as a friend. The lights in the hub of the nurses' station will now be a bit dimmer, but her spirit and light will live on in both the show and our set. On behalf of the entire GH cast and crew, we send our deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and fans. She will be very missed."
Source: Distractify
Further details have been uncovered regarding the tragic passing of long-time General Hospital star, Sonya Eddy. TMZ has reported that after an ordinary surgical procedure on December 9th, Eddy contracted a severe infection which quickly began to spiral out of control. She was readmitted to the hospital and placed on life support shortly thereafter–but sadly passed away this past Monday night. She was 55 years old.Eddy’s actor friend Octavia Spencer confirmed the news Tuesday on her Instagram. “My friend Sonya Eddy passed away last night,” she wrote. “The world lost another creative angel. Her legions of General Hospital fans will miss her.” Eddy, a native of Concord, California, started her acting career in the West Coast premiere of Ruby Dee’s beloved show Zora Is My Name! She also starred on stage in productions such as Comedy of Errors, The Crucible, and Into the Woods. She earned an Arty Award for her performance in South Pacific.
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3. ‘General Hospital’ cast and crew pay tribute to Sonya Eddy
Source: Page Six
Eddy rose to TV fame through her portrayal of the beloved character Nurse Epiphany Johnson in General Hospital. March 2006 marked the start of her long-standing presence on the popular daytime soap opera, with her final episode as Epiphany airing in November 2020. Additionally, she starred as the same role in SOAPnet’s 2007 serial drama General Hospital: Night Shift.Frank Valentini, Executive Producer of General Hospital, shared an emotional tribute to People in honor of Eddy’s passing. “I am heartbroken about the loss of the incredible Sonya Eddy. I truly loved her not only as an actress, but as a friend. The lights in the hub of the nurse’s station will now be a little dimmer, but her spirit and light will live on in both the show and our set. On behalf of the entire GH cast and crew, we send our deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and fans. She will be very missed.”
Maurice Benard, a long-time star of General Hospital, fondly remembered Eddy as an absolute joy to collaborate with. “I loved Sonya,” Benard told Fox News Digital. “We had a very tender and sweet connection. She was such a joy to work with. I will miss her greatly.”
4. Eddy had a career that spanned TV, Film and the stage.
Source: Page Six
Eddy’s distinguished career ranges across both film and television, with her TV credits including regular appearances on ER, Joan of Arcadia, The Drew Carey Show, and Seinfeld. Her film credits include Coach Carter, Bad News Bears, Barbershop, Daddy Daycare, Matchstick Men, Seven Pounds and Surviving Christmas. Appearing alongside James Earl Jones, she was featured in the Hallmark film The Reading Room.2022 was a strong year for Eddy as she starred in several Movies, such as Satanic Hispanics, Frank and Penelope and V/H/S/99. Additionally, she had a role on Apple+’s series The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey as well as the miniseries entitled This Show Sucks Truth + Consequences.
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