Finola Hughes

At A Glance

Emmy Award-winning actress Finola Hughes made her return to daytime in July of 1999, portraying Alexandra Devane on All My Children. In March, 2001, Hughes assumed the role that made her famous to fans of General Hospital -- Anna Devane, the presumed dead twin sister of Alex.

Born and educated in London, England -- where she still maintains a home -- Hughes studied ballet beginning at the age of 10. In 1980, Hughes originated the role of Victoria in the premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webner's Cats. From there, Hughes went on to find fame opposite John Travolta in Stayin' Alive.

Hughes' primetime television credits include Jack's Place, Blossom, and Pacific Palisades.

Acting Portfolio: TELEVISION

How Do I Look? Host/Herself 2005-2007 All My Children Anna Devane March 2, 2001 to September 11, 2003 All My Children Alexandra Devane Marick July 23, 1999 to July 9, 2001 Charmed Patty Halliwell 1999 Sunset Beach Helena Greer October 7, 1997 Prison of Secrets Angie 1997 The Corporate Voice Of Dr. Woodward 1997 Pacific Palisades Kate Russo 1997 The Crying Child Jo Parker 1996 Superman: The Last Son of Krypton Lara 1996 Generation X Emma Frost/White Queen 1996 Blossom Carol Russo 1994-1995 Jack's Place 1992 The Bride in Black Cybil Cobb 1990 Haunted by Her Past Megan McGuire 1987 L.A. Law Lauren Sevilla December 1987 General Hospital Anna Devane April 10, 1985 to January 20, 1992; February 25, 1992; November 13 and 14, 1995; May 12, 2006 to May 19, 2006 ; June 30, 2006 to Summer 2006; July 13, 2007 to August 24, 2007 ; April 25, 2008 to May 7, 2008 ; June 27, 2008 to August 29, 2008 ; October 29, 2008 to December 29, 2008 ; February 14, 2012 to Present The Master of Ballantrae Alison Graeme 1984

Acting Portfolio: FILM

Special Ops Lilian Carlisle 2010 Intrepid Katherine Jessel 2000 Tycus Amy Lowe 2000 Rockin' Good Times Ginger 1999 Jekyll Island 1998 Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World 1998 Above Suspicion Iris 1995 Dark Side of Genius Jennifer Cole 1994 Aspen Extreme Bryce Kellogg 1993 Soapdish "All My Trials" Actress 1991 Staying Alive Laura 1983 Nutcracker Nadia 1982

Awards & Acclaim

Daytime Emmys Winner, Best Actress in a Daytime Drama (1991) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actress (1991, 2016 , 2023 , 2024 ; for General Hospital) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actress ( 2015 , 2017 , 2020 ; for General Hospital) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actress ( 2000 , 2001 ; for All My Children) Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actress ( 2013 , 2016 2014; for General Hospital) Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actress ( 2003 , 2004 ; for All My Children) Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actress ( 2015 , 2017 ; for General Hospital) Soap Opera Digest Winner, Favorite Return (2000)

Miscellaneous

Ms. Hughes is of Italian and Irish descent She was a featured dancer in original London production of Cats

Vital Statistics

PLACE OF BIRTH: London, England

BIRTHDATE: October 29, 1960

MARITAL STATUS: Married, Russell Young [Jul 4, 1992]

CHILDREN: Son, Dylan Joseph [Nov 9, 2000]; Son, Cash [adopted Aug 2004]; Daughter, Saddie [adopted Dec 2007]