‘General Hospital’ Cast Reels over Sonya Eddy’s Sudden Death – Epiphany Johnson Actress Passed Away

General Hospital powerhouse Sonya Eddy who brought the character of Epiphany Johnson to life, has tragically passed away. Her GH castmates are heartbroken to hear of this tremendous loss. Indeed, Sonya’s absence is a void that will never be filled on the ABC sudser.

General Hospital Favorite Sonya Eddy Dies & Leaves Fans, Cast & Crew Devastated

Tragic news just broke that Sonya Eddy, who played GH fan-favorite Epiphany Johnson since 2005, passed away. She was born on June 1, 1967, and died yesterday, December 19, 2022, at 55.

General Hospital: Epiphany Johnson (Sonya Eddy)

The cause of Sonya’s death is still unclear, but it came as a massive shock. Indeed, her character, Epiphany, was very much loved by fans and cast members alike. And there’s a steady outpouring of comments flooding social media from her General Hospital friends.

GH Castmates Mourn Tragic Loss of Epiphany Johnson Actress

Sonya’s colleagues are heartbroken over her death and the loss of character Epiphany. Eddy’s friend Octavia Spencer first confirmed the GH actress’s untimely death saying her friend “passed away last night,” adding that “the world lost another creative angel.”

Spencer also said of Sonya Eddy that “Legions of General Hospital fans will miss her.” Indeed, that is true. Also, Eddy’s castmate Laura Wright (Carly Corinthos Spencer) posted a series of broken heart emojis about the loss.

Showrunner Frank Valentini expressed how heartbroken he is to lose Eddy as well. And Jon Lindstrom, who plays kindly Dr. Kevin Collins and serial killer Ryan Chamberlain on General Hospital, commented also. “Mourning the sudden loss of Sonya Eddy. Her smile could light up a soundstage. Her spirit could power a reactor.”

General Hospital: Epiphany Johnson (Sonya Eddy)

Lindstrom said, “I loved the few times we worked together, but I REALLY loved the times we would talk in the hallway or on the GH Nurses Hub set. About life, meditation, acting. God, she was a gift of a human. And she is missed already.

Sending my deep condolences to her loved ones.” In addition, General Hospital’s Kelly Thiebaud (Britt Westbourne) commented, as did Parry Shen (Brad Cooper). And the loving tributes are sure to keep coming for the Epiphany Johnson actress.

General Hospital Won’t be the Same without Epiphany Johnson or Sonya Eddy

Currently, on GH, nurse Epiphany Johnson has a great storyline going. She is working toward her dream of becoming a doctor. Plus, Epiphany had a new love interest — Marshall Ashford (Robert Gossett). Her story is heartwarming, and it’s a shame that it must end.

Epiphany will be so profoundly missed on GH. The ABC daytime drama won’t be quite the same without Sonya Eddy to portray the vibrant Epiphany Johnson, and she will be sadly missed. Our hearts go out to her friends and loves ones.

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