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What is Sonya Eddy’s net worth? Late actress appeared in more than 500 episodes of ‘General Hospital’

Sonya Eddy was not only an accomplished actress but was also in collaboration with Tyler Ford to form a production company called 'Eddy Ford Ent'

Sonya Eddy who was fondly remembered for her role as Epiphany in ABC's 'General Hospital' and the spin-off 'General Hospital: Night Shift' died at the age of 55 on Tuesday, December 20. The actress had an impressive catalog that began by acting in the West Coast premiere of 'Zora, Is My Name!' The heartwrenching news was broken by Octavia Spencer, her close friend, who took to her Instagram to remember the late actress. Taylor Ford, her business partner, clarified the reason for Sonya Eddy's death stating that it was a post-surgery complication that led to an infection that could not be contained. 

'General Hospital' actors and crew came forward to remember the late actress with the official account tweeting, "We'll never forget you, Sonya." Eddy's colleague and fellow actress on the show Jackie Zeman tweeted, "God Bless you Sonya in heaven. You are loved by so many. You were always an inspiration. So talented and so very special. I will miss your beautiful shining presence." Sonya Eddy was a regular television face as she acted in several primetime shows such as 'ER', 'Joan of Arcadia', 'Seinfeld', 'The Drew Carey Show', 'Malcolm In the Middle', 'Reba', and more. Moreover, the 'GH' actor appeared in 543 episodes of the long-running soap opera. But she was not just limited to acting. Let's take a look at her net worth.

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What is Sonya Eddy's net worth?

An actor, producer, and entrepreneur, Eddy's net worth is not confirmed anywhere and varies from different sources. GH Gossip estimates the actress' worth at $5 million and claims her recurrent appearances in 'General Hospital' as her main source of income. On the other hand, Net Worth Post claims Eddy's worth to be $13 million. Famous Birthdays estimate Eddy's worth at $5 million. Sonya Eddy was not only an accomplished actress but was also in collaboration with Tyler Ford to form the film and television production company called 'Eddy Ford Ent', and Eddy Ford Beverly Hills which is an American lifestyle brand.

Tyler Ford remembered her former partner and told USA Today, "It 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." To compliment her wide array of talents, she is also an accomplished improv and sketch artist, vocalist (2nd Soprano to 1st Tenor), and voice-over artist.