TVMusic Network Remembers ‘General Hospital’s’ Sonya Eddy

“General Hospital” star Sonya Eddy, who played fan-favorite character Epiphany Johnson, has died She was 55. “General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini confirmed the news on social media.

Valentini wrote on Twitter: “I am heartbroken about the loss of the incredible @TheRealSonyaEd. I truly loved her not only as 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.”

The show also issued an official statement:

“‘General Hospital’ is sad to confirm the passing of ‘General Hospital’ actress Sonya Eddy, who embodied her character… the tough but compassionate, head nurse, Epiphany Johnson – and immediately became a fan favorite and beloved member of our ‘GH’ family when she joined the show in 2006.”

Octavia Spencer shared the news on her Instagram account about her friend Sonya as well.