Sonya Eddy dies aged 55: General Hospital actress' shock passing announced by Octavia Spencer

A FOUNDING member of the Pointer Sisters passed away yesterday in Beverly Hills. Publicist Roger Neal said Anita Pointer died surrounded by her family on Saturday.

died following a cancer battle, according to her publicist Roger Neal.The star, who was responsible for a number of hits in the 1970s and '80s with her sibling group, died in Los Angeles on New Year's Eve.The famous songstress was surrounded by family at the time of her death, which came just two years after her sister and group co-founder Bonnie Pointer, who died in 2020.  “While we are deeply saddened by the loss of Anita, we are comforted in knowing she is now with her daughter, Jada and her sisters June & Bonnie and at peace,” her family shared in a statement. “Heaven is a more loving, beautiful place with Anita there.“She was the one that kept all of us close and together for so long. “Her love of our family will live on in each of us,” the statement concluded, before requesting that fans respect her family's privacy.The Pointer Sisters formed when Bonnie and June Pointer started performing in clubs in 1969. Their sister Anita soon joined them and the group became a trio, before sister Ruth Pointer expanded the band into a quartet in 1972.The band rose to prominence in the 1970s, but had its greatest commercial success in the 1980s.At around this time, founding sister Bonnie pursued a solo career, while June, Ruth, and Anita continued performing as a trio.The group are best remembered for such hits as 1984’s I’m So Excited and Grammy-winning song Jump (For My Love). They also won a Grammy for their song Automatic, and their other top 10 hits included 1979’s Fire, 1980’s He’s So Shy and 1985’s Neutron Dance. The group took home their first Grammy Award in 1975 for Best Country Vocal Performance for their track Fairytale.Altogether, The Pointer Sisters have had 13 US top 20 hits between 1973 and 1985.They also

Watch Below: Vivienne Westwood S/S 2016“I will continue with Vivienne in my heart," explained Andreas Kronthaler, her husband and creative partner. “We have been working until the end and she has given me plenty of things to get on with.“Thank you darling.”Representatives revealed in a statement that she died peacefully surrounded by her family in Clapham, South London on December 29th 2022. Vivienne Westwood was a revolutionary fashion designer and activist who was largely responsible for bringing modern punk and new-wave fashions into the mainstream. She was inspired by the shock value of punk and rose to prominence in the 1970s. In recent years, the designer's advocacy for climate change strongly influenced her designs, with Vivienne introducing a new era for the genre she was so famous for steering: the eco-punk. “Vivienne continued to do the things she loved, up until the last moment, designing, working on her art, writing her book, and changing the world for the better," a statement by her clothing brand read.“She led an amazing life.

died aged 83.The late screenwriter and actor is said to have influenced high-profile Hollywood filmmakers with his work, including Quentin Tarantino, Oliver Stone and Eli Roth.Deodato had a lengthy career in cinema, but remains best known for his gruesome 1980 horror film, Cannibal Holocaust.The movie was banned in multiple countries and sparked controversy around the world.Some disturbing scenes included depictions of extreme violence and torture, while real violence against animals, including onscreen killings of monkeys and a coati, were shown.Cannibal Holocaust was also a pioneer of the “found footage” pseudo-documentary genre, preceding other famous films such as 1999’s The Blair Witch Project. While his film was very divisive, he did win a cult following that included several influential Hollywood filmmakers. Tarantino has cited him among his influences, while Roth has also referenced him as one of his inspirations.Roth paid homage to Cannibal Holocaust in his 2013 cannibal horror The Green Inferno.Deodato then later made a cameo appearance in Roth's 2007 shocker Hostel II.The late star began his career as a highly regarded assistant director for Roberto Rossellini.He then went on to work as a number two to Sergio Corbucci on the influential 1966 spaghetti western Django.The movie was the inspiration for Tarantino's 2012 Western drama film Django Unchained.Deodato spent the next few decades of his career making more than 30 movies, although Cannibal Holocaust remains his best-known. The film’s plot follows an academic who heads into the Amazon forest in search of a missing US documentary crew who are feared to have been eaten by a tribe.He then discovers the film they recorded before their horrific deaths and, to

LEGENDARY director Ruggero Deodato who made the most controversial film in cinema history has reportedly died aged 83. He was most famous for horror flick Cannibal Holocaust - which saw him tried for murder in Italy, and inspired Hollywood moviemakers Quentin Tarantino, Oliver Stone and Eli Roth. Deodato had a long career, starting as a highly regarded assistant director for Roberto Rossellini.

Scots hairdressing icon Rita Rusk has died at the age of 75.

Beloved actor John Bird has died at the age of 86, and tributes have started to pour in for the late actor.

BELOVED comedian John Bird has died at the age of 86, as tributes have poured in from fellow stars. Bird's friend and comedy partner Rory Bremner confirmed his death as he paid tribute to him as "one of our great satirists".

EastEnders and The Crown actor Stephen Greif has died at the age of 78.

Faithless singer Maxi Jazz has died aged 65.

"He gave proper meaning and message to our music."He was a lovely human being with time for everyone and a wisdom that was both profound and accessible.”Maxi’s co-stars added: “It was an honour and, of course, a true pleasure to work with him."He was a brilliant lyricist, a DJ, a Buddhist, a magnificent stage presence, car lover, endless talker, beautiful person, moral compass and genius.”The message was signed off by core members Rollo and Sister Bliss.Devastated fans began taking to social media soon after the statement was shared to pay their tributes to the musical legend, who fronted Faithless from 1995 to 2011 and 2015.Twitter user DanielJenks89 penned: “Absolutely gut wrenching news.“His voice and the sound that went with it defined dance music in the 90s.“When the first bit of Insomnia is played, everyone gets up and starts getting lost in the trance of the music.”SHUTUPCRAZYFOOL added: “Just cranked up Insomnia as loud as I can and shed a tear, literally the sound of my youth and and a constant for the generations who followed.“Faithless gave me my love for dance music.Thank you. RIP Maxi.”Dutchart tweeted: “Very fond memories of all the music, the concerts, his amazing charisma.“Condolences to Faithless, the gamily and friends.

Actor Ronan Vibert, who was best known for his roles in Saving Mr Banks and The Snowman, has died aged 58. His manager has confirmed his death, which happened in a Florida hospital on Thursday. Ronan’s manager has said he died following a short illness, but no further details have been given at this time. The actor made his debut in 1989 show Traffic and appeared in TV shows such as Birds Of A Feather, Lovejoy, and Gimme Gimme Gimme.He also starred alongside the likes of Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson in Disney’s popular film Saving Mr.

General Hospital actress Sonya Eddy died aged 55 from an infection after a scheduled surgery.Oscar winner Octavia Spencer, 52, had revealed the tragic loss of Sonya on Tuesday, sharing a poignant snap of the actress and lauding her 'creative angel'.Her close friend and producing partner Tyler Ford told TMZ that she had developed a serious infection following a surgery that wasn't an emergency.  RIP: General Hospital actress Sonya Eddy died aged 55 from an infection after a scheduled surgery Sonya was released from the hospital on December 11 following her surgery, and began to feel ill so she went to the hospital on December 15, and doctors found she had an infection that became uncontainable, Tyler told the outlet.On Monday, December 19, Sonya was placed on life support and she died that night. Octavia wrote on Tuesday announcing the news: 'My friend @sonyaeddy passed away last night.

Kim Cattrall's mother Shane has died aged 93, the star announced in a heartbreaking Instagram post on Tuesday.The Sex And The City actress, 66, whose brother Chris died aged 55 in 2019, posted beautiful throwback photos with her mother, captioned: 'Shane Cattrall 1929 - 2022. Rest in peace Mum.The snaps showed the star and Shane in happy times over the years, including adorable childhood throwback snaps of the actress.

Goodbye to a fan favorite. General Hospital star Sonya Eddy died on Monday, December 19. She was 55.

Sonya Eddy, best known for her long run as head nurse Epiphany Johnson on ABC’s General Hospital among dozens of other credits, has died.

Jada Pinkett Smith, Alyssa Milano and Ciara led the celebrity tributes to Ellen's DJ 'tWitch', following his death aged 40 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.'tWitch' - real name Stephen Boss, was found dead in an LA hotel room - he had been reported missing by his wife Allison Holker after he left home without his car on Tuesday.Pinkett Smith. 51, shared a snap with the late star - who she met when they starred in 2015's Magic Mike XXL - and said her 'heart aches' for his loved ones.She wrote: 'I woke up this morning to the news that tWitch is gone.

DJ Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, who is best known for his appearances on the Ellen Degeneres Show, has died at the age of 40.

"He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans."To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt."I am certain there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t honour his memory."We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children.Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you."

Angelo Badalamenti provided the music for some of famous Director David Lynch’s most iconic films, including Mulholland Drive and Blue Velvet.