Personal Profile About Amy Acton
Amy Acton is an American physician and public health leader. She earned her medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University and later completed a master's degree in public health at Ohio State University. She taught public health at Ohio State and also worked at the Columbus Foundation. Acton served as director of the Ohio Department of Health from 2019 to 2020 and became widely known for her role in the state's early response to COVID-19. She later returned to nonprofit work and became the Democratic nominee for governor of Ohio in 2026.
Amy Acton Attacked
Acton was targeted during a campaign visit to the Canfield Fair in Ohio on September 6, 2026. Police said 38-year-old Patrick Havas pushed through the crowd toward her and knocked down two older people. Officers found two pistols, a Taser, and brass knuckles with him, although the weapons were not drawn. Acton was not injured. Havas was arrested and booked on two assault charges and one disorderly conduct charge while the incident remained under investigation.
Amy Acton Husband
Amy Acton husband is Eric Acton, a longtime teacher and track and cross-country coach in Bexley, Ohio. They married in 2010 and live in Bexley. Eric has taught and coached in Bexley City Schools for many years. The couple has a blended family of six children. Amy was previously married to Douglas Beech.
Amy Acton Net Worth
Amy Acton net worth is not publicly confirmed. Her 2026 Ohio financial disclosure listed 121 investments valued at least $1,000 each and a business named Dr. Amy Acton, LLC. The filing reported only 62 cents in checking-account interest as her 2025 income, while her husband's teaching salary was not included. These records do not provide enough information to give an exact figure for her total wealth.
Amy Acton Age
Amy Acton age is 60 Years. Her date of birth is widely reported as February 16, 1966. She grew up in Youngstown, Ohio, which is also confirmed by her official campaign biography and university records.