Finola Hughes net worth, love affair, marriage, divorce, kids & bio.

As you would expect of a person associated with a series for 35 years, Finola Hughes is a name synonymous with the American Daytime Soap Opera, General Hospital. Hughes was first seen on the series in 1985 and has been a staple part of the series for 38 long years. And while she had a few years for a break here and there, Hughes has always found her way back to the set of General Hospital. A series, that has helped Hughes take her turn on the wheel of fame, as much as Hughes has helped to put the series on the map. In this article, we will take a closer look at the wiki-bio of Finola Hughes.

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Early Life

Finola Hughes was born on the 29th of October 1959. Born and raised in London, England, Hughes shares Italian descent on her mother’s side and Irish on her father’s. Hughes lost her father in 1985, just as she was about to hit stardom with General Hospital. As a young kid, Hughes was into dancing and performing arts. She enrolled at the Arts Educational School in London and was soon cast in the role of Victoria the White Cat in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical Cats. She also trained in ballet and continued dancing through her early years and later joined the Northern Ballet Company. While she left ballet at 17 years of age, Hughes found success with acting and soon established herself as a household name in the Sopa Opera Industry.

Professional Career

Hughes’s debut appearance came on the big screen when she was cast as a dancer in the 1980’s musical comedy, The Apple. Following a short appearance in the 1981 Clash of the Titans, Hughes was cast on The Kenny Everett Television Show. Hughes got her big break in 1985 when she was cast on the daytime soap opera, General Hospital. The series has been operational since 1963 and is listed in Guinness World Records as the longest-running American soap opera in production, and the second longest-running drama in television in American history. Since joining the cast in 1985, Hughes has been a regular part of the series. She played the part of Anna Devane during her first run with the series that lasted from 1985–92. She was next seen on the series in 1995, before being dropped off until, 2006. Her third appearance didn’t prove long-lasting either and Hughes was let go in 2008. However, she made a comeback in 2012 and has been going strong for 8-years.

Time in Stardom

At 63 years of age, it is safe to say that Finola Hughes has had a number of TV and movie series under her belt. Over the years, Hughes has been a part of The Bride in Black (1990), Aspen Extreme (1993), Generation X (1996), Prison of Secrets (1997), Jekyll Island (1998), Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World (voice, 1998), Rockin’ Good Times (1999), Killer Hair (2009), and Like Crazy (2011). Hughes has also been seen taking on the hat of director and producer and has worked on two movies, The Bet (2013), and Byrd and the Bees (2017).

Over the years, Hughes has been nominated for a series of Sopa Opera Awards for not just her roles in General Hospital but other series as well. As of 2020, Hughes is the recipient of the 1990 Soap Opera Digest Award, 1991 Daytime Emmy Award, 1991 Soap Opera Digest Award, 2000 Soap Opera Digest Award, and 2013 LA Femme Filmmaker Award.

Net Worth

Finola Hughes has an estimated net worth of $10 Million dollars. Her main source of income is her acting career, but she also earns from her other ventures as a TV host, entrepreneur, author, producer and director. She has written two books: Soapsuds: A Novel and The Dolls’ House. She has also launched her own perfume line called Finola.

Personal Life

A Love Story That Lasted Three Decades

Finola Hughes is a multi-talented woman who has achieved success in various fields such as acting, dancing, directing, producing, writing, and hosting. But behind her impressive career, there is also a love story that lasted for almost three decades with her husband Russell Young.

The Beginning of a Love Affair

Finola Hughes and Russell Young met sometime in the late 1980s or early 1990s. The exact date and place of their meeting are unknown. They were both attracted to each other and started dating soon after. They had a lot in common, such as their passion for art and their British origin. They also traveled together to different exotic places. They also supported each other’s careers and collaborated on some projects. For example, Young photographed Hughes for her book Soapsuds: A Novel.

The Marriage and the Kids

Hughes and Young decided to tie the knot on July 4, 1992. They had a small and intimate wedding ceremony in front of their families and close friends. They were very happy and in love, and they wanted to start a family together. However, they faced some challenges along the way. Hughes suffered from endometriosis, a condition that affects the uterus and can cause infertility. She underwent several surgeries and treatments to overcome it.

After years of struggle, Hughes and Young finally welcomed their first child, a son named Dylan Joseph Young on November 9, 2000. He was born naturally and she was overjoyed to become a mother after suffering from endometriosis for years. Dylan has followed his parents in show business as a model and has appeared in some magazines and events. 

In 2005, Hughes and Young adopted another son. His name is Cash Justice Young. Their third child is Sadie Beatrice Young, who was adopted in 2008. She was born in December 2007 and brought home at four months old.

Hughes and Young raised their three children in Santa Barbara, California. They gave them a loving and nurturing environment where they could express themselves creatively. They also exposed them to different cultures and languages. They also celebrated their diverse backgrounds and traditions.

The End of a Love Affair

Hughes and Young had a long and happy marriage for almost three decades. They lived in New York City until the 9/11 attack, which prompted them to move to California. They settled in Santa Barbara, where they raised their children and pursued their careers. However, in 2018, their house was damaged by the Southern California wildfire, which forced them to relocate temporarily. They later moved back into their house after repairing the minor damages.

In 2021, Hughes and Young announced that they had decided to end their marriage after 29 years. They said that they had separated amicably and that they would remain friends and co-parents to their children. They also asked for privacy and respect during this difficult time. They did not reveal the exact reason for their divorce, but they hinted that it was a mutual and mature decision. 

Physical Traits

Finola Hughes has long brown hair and brown eyes. She is 5 feet and 5 inches or 165 cm tall and weighs around 128 lbs. She has a slim and fit physique, which she maintains by doing yoga.

Finola Hughes has a versatile and elegant dressing style. She likes to wear clothes that are comfortable and flattering for her body type. She often wears dresses, skirts, blouses, jackets, and pants in various colors and patterns. She also accessorizes her outfits with jewelry, scarves, hats, and sunglasses. She has a preference for classic and timeless pieces that suit her personality and profession.

Wiki/Bio Facts

Fact	Value
Full name	Finola Hughes
Date of birth	29 October 1959
Place of birth	London, England
Nationality	British
Ethnicity	White
Occupation	Actress, dancer, author, entrepreneur, television host
Years active	1980–present
Spouse	Russell Young (m. 1992; div. 2021)
Children	Dylan Joseph Young, Cash Justice Young, Sadie Beatrice Young
Parents	Unknown
Siblings	Unknown
Education	Arts Educational Schools London
Height	5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
Weight	121 lbs (55 kg)
Body measurements	34-24-35 in (86-61-89 cm)
Hair color	Brown
Eye color	Brown
Zodiac sign	Scorpio
Religion	Unknown
Net worth	$10 million (estimated)
Awards	Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (1991), Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Lead Actress (1991), Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Villainess (2000)
Nominations	Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (1990, 2000, 2002, 2016,2021), Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Lead Actress (1989), Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Lead Actress (1992)
Debut film	The Apple (1980)
Debut television show	The Hot Shoe Show (1983)
Debut stage show	Cats (1981)
Best known for	Playing Anna Devane on General Hospital and All My Children, and Laura in Staying Alive
Other notable roles	Victoria the White Cat in Cats, Patty Halliwell on Charmed, Emma Frost in Generation X, Carol on Blossom, Alex Marick on All My Children and General Hospital, Lara on Superman: The Animated Series, Miss Robertson on Life with Louie
Hobbies and interests	Dancing, yoga, gardening, cooking, traveling, reading, painting