Part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. Heather revealed that thanks to Paula, she didnt turn out like her biological mother. [3] They have four children: three daughters and one son. This is definitely a cant-miss part of the conversation. Benard has been married to Paula Smith since August 11, 1990. We love that, as humor is sometimes the best coping mechanism when youre dealing with a trauma or challenge. He is best known for his long-lasting acting role in the daytime medical drama TV series General Hospital.. Benard had a nervous breakdown during Carlos first proposal to Cailey at Disney World. The couple held their wedding on August 11, 1990. He and his wife are also major animal lovers with a menagerie of over 30 pets that includes a bulldog named Corleone, 2 cats, snakes, birds, and an aquarium full of exotic fish, plus the now famous Buddy the Goat which Maurice has posted many videos of on Instagram, one saying SONNY HAS FALLEN Buddy the Goat is the Gangster of love!!. General Hospital spoilers reveal that congratulations are in order for Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos) who has just become a grandfather! When Benard praised Heather for not going down the path of drugs and alcohol herself, she said she had Paula to thank for that. Together, they share three children Cailey Sofia, Cassidy Rose, and Joshua James. She added that she remembered being left alone when she was a child. Heather was his latest guest in his weekly YouTube series called, State of Mind. You didnt see me; I just turned my head, and I couldnt talk. Bold & Beautiful's Ridge May Be Returning With an Even Bigger Surprise Than Bill's Hookup With Sheila! Benard posted a photo of himself and his grandchild which included in the captions reads, Someone once told me life doesnt start till youre a grandfather. Well, I guess I didnt know that until I was way older, she admitted. State Of Mind is now on YouTube. Sonny has been and still is one of the most talked about characters of daytime television. Nicholas Chavez Speaks Out! The couple held their wedding on August 11, 1990. His father has been identified as Humberto Morales, a man who used to make a living as a bakery superintendent while his mother worked as a bank employee. Well, if youre ready, lets start. With retirement on his mind, Maurice Benard will be spending less time with his Port Charles family to favour with the Benard bunch. This time, he invited his daughter, Heather to join the conversation again. Thomas Rhett Celebrates New Milestone: 20 No. His other credits include All My Children, Dark Justice, DEA, and To Face her Past. According to Benard, Heather is "very, very sweet." They decided to adopt the teenager after Paula's mom unexpectedly passed away. Age, Height, and Weight Our focus, however, is not on his character but rather on Benard himself and his awesome family life. The Young And The Restless (Y&R) Spoilers: Adams Antennae Up Nick And Victor Suspected. Advertisement. I just played by myself. Moreover, Benard briefly left the show for a year in December 1998. Net and Salary GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers 1/13/23: The Moment of Truth! Maurice Benard has only received one award nominations other than the ones he received for General Hospital series, which is the Soap Opera Digest Awards for Outstanding Male Newcomer: Daytime for All My Children series. He is a professional basketball player. He has become a spokesperson for treatment of the disorder with Mental Health America. Maurice Benard is 58 years old as of 2021. Marvin Benard, a former professional baseball player is his cousin. Use right arrow key to move into submenus. In the video it is revealed that Heather is actually Paula's sister, making Maurice her brother-in-law. He was born on March 1, 1963, and his birth location is not confirmed, it was either in Cohoes city in New York or in Martinez city in California in the United States. He posted a photo from the outdoor ceremony of the bride and groom at the altar. Maurice Benard made his first screen work and debut acting role in TV series in 1987 in the soap opera which aired on ABC All My Children. He made several guest acting roles during the 90s in series such as drama DEA, sitcom Stat, and the crime comedy series Dark Justice. One of Maurice Benards early successful movies is the biographical romantic drama TV movie Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter., Maurice Benard began rising more to prominence when he started starring at the daytime medical drama TV series General Hospital, which has been his most popular work. Benard adopted Paula's sister's daughter, Heather Rose, after her mother's death. Kelly Thiebaud Reveals a New Direction for Her Career. But though we dont get to see any vows in the video, theres more going on here, based on Benards caption for the video: Never in my life did I think I would marry anyone, especially not one of my daughters. Can Spencer Save Trina on GH? TJ explained the cheek swab she had was only the first step. Maurice Benard. [2], Benard married Paula Smith on August 11, 1990. He is a man of average stature and stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in (Approx. His most recent movies are the drama mystery The Ghost and The Whale and the thriller A Lover Betrayed.. The couple has four children namely, Cailey Sofia (1994), Cassidy Rose (1999), Joshua James (2004) and Heather Ann (adopted 2008). Benards mother served as a bank employee while his father was a bakery superintendent. Curtis (Donnell Turner) advises Portia (Brook Kerr). My daughter couldnt [have] found a better MAN were all lucky to have you in our lives, he wrote. General Hospital news reports Maurice Benard's daughter Heather gave birth to a baby girl, Eloise Rose Andresen. In 1993, he joined the cast of the ABC soap opera General Hospital as Sonny Corinthos. Maurice Benard opens up about memoir, being bipolar, Maurice Benard becomes best-selling author, Bold & Beautifuls Heather Tom Introduces Our New Baby Girl. Soaps.com is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Maurice Benard was brought up in San Francisco, California. 2020 - MLRP Media Group. General Hospital spoilers and updates tease that Maurice Benard, who plays the role of Sonny Corinthos on the daytime drama, talked about someone very special to him, his daughter. Maurice Benard and Paula Smith are proud parents of four children, three daughters and one son. Despite growing up with people who have been involved in drugs, she didnt really learn about them until she was in school and started seeing the anti-drug videos. They have adopted a girl child who was born to Paula's sister. Get all the great soap scoop by subscribing to Soaps.coms newsletter. Heather's Life Before Getting Adopted Micki has a Bachelor of Science degree from Oakland University and spends time writing poetry and song lyrics. Benard made the decision to have the General Hospital writers make his character, Sonny Corinthos because in real life he also suffers from bipolar disorder. The actor mentioned he loves Maurice Benards State of Mind because he gets to ask all kinds of things hes wanted to know. Best known from ABC soap opera General Hospital, Maurice Benard captivated many hearts playing the manic depressive Sonny Corinthos. She didnt do drugs or alcohol because Paula was a good mother and an example to her. Its Chaotic In The Sweet Home Sextuplets House But Courtney Doesnt Mind, The Young And The Restless (Y&R) Weekly Spoilers January 16-20: Victors Plot Against Adam, Tuckers Downfall, Sallys Secret Exposed, OutDaughtered Quint Hazel Busby Gives A Side-Eye To A Curious Cockatoo. Love GH? So it was like, Now were going to be sisters., Before ending their conversation, Benard told Heather that its beautiful having her as his daughter. He started his acting career as Nico on the soap opera All My Children, from 1987 to 1990. Sonny (Maurice Benard) tried to calm her down and said he'd do anything needed to help her save Willow. How Old is Maurice Benard? In addition, Maurice has been a popular voice in the battle against bipolar disorder. Via his latest State of the Mind episode on YouTube, he announced that his daughter Heather Rose and her husband Phil were set to welcome their first baby this fall. Most of the awards he received were for his performance in the General Hospital series, his wins for the series, including the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, 3 Soap Opera Digest Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor and the Soap Opera Digest Awards for Favorite Actor. During the candid father/daughter chat, Heather opened up about her life before she came to be part of the Benard family and her dad tearfully recalled the most beautiful moment of their adoption journey. 2023 - Daily Soap Dish. On September 24, 2021, the actor shared a sweet dedication for his wife's birthday. Should Finn Marry Anna or Reunite With Hayden When General Hospital Returns? Maurice Benard with his love. Joshua, now 14. General Hospital actor takes on a new role. So, it was the first time he couldnt somewhat hide what he was dealing with. Nics enjoys writing about entertainment, as well as tech and business news. Recently, he starred in the crime drama movie, Victoria Gotti: My Father's Daughter as John Gotti in 2019. The Bold And The Beautiful (B&B) Spoilers: Brookes Bold Move, Sheilas Panic-Seduces Bill, Disrupts Plan? She was adopted in 2008 when she was 15 years old. Heather Ann is the daughter of Paula Smith's sister. Uganda and Namibia Welcome Dwarf Giraffes, 3 Reasons To Explore The Unusual Side Of Tokyo, Japan, General Hospital Spoilers: Maurice Benard Shares A Photo Of His Father Dancing With His Daughter Cassidy, The Young And The Restless (Y&R) Spoilers: Zach Tinker Returns As Fen Lauren & Michaels Son Visits Genoa City. Your email address will not be published. He was born on March 1, 1963, in San Francisco, California. General Hospital Spoilers: Emme Rylans Kids Playtime Leads To Static Filled Fun! They have adopted a girl child who was born to Paula's sister. Much praise has been given to the show for its realistic depiction. Back in 2008, the GH star and his wife, Paula, adopted Heather (who was then 15) after her and Paula's mother unexpectedly passed away. Maurice Benards State of Mind once again brought the deep conversation and the great moments. All Rights Reserved. Benard and his wife Paula are parents to Cailey Sofia, Cassidy Rose, and Joshua James. 2023 SheMedia, LLC. Married At First Sight 16 Spoilers: Is Kristen The New Jasemina? We lived 20 minutes from Graceland at the time. For his portrayal, Mr. Benard received the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2003. "My baby girl is truly a miniature Paula," he shared. Maurice Bernard's ethnicity includes Salvadorian and Nicaraguan. Maurice Benard has a cousin named Marvin Benard. Is Jamie Lynn Spears Attempts To Blackmail Sister Britney Spears? He was also nominated in 1996, 1997, 2004, 2006 and 2011. Maurice Benard's Net Worth & Salary. 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Benard posted a photo of himself and his grandchild which included in the captions reads, "Someone once told me life doesn't start till you're a grandfather. He was curious to get insight into why that happens. Moreover, many of the struggles he faces on the show due to the disorder are ones he faced in his own life. Use left and right arrow keys to navigate between menu items. He then wanted to talk about them adopting Heather and what a beautiful and important moment it was. He later added a pivotal role in the feature film Ruby to several other prominent film and television credits. Beautiful moments that need to be cherished. Shes a recent Days of Our Lives convert, having grown up on the nighttime shows of the '90s. Maurice Benards estimated salary per episode of General Hospital is not confirmed. The most recent guest to sit down with GENERAL HOSPITAL 's Maurice Benard (Sonny) on his weekly State of Mind YouTube series was one who is very special to the actor: his daughter, Heather. Heather is Maurice and Paula Benard's adoptive daughter. Benard was born Mauricio Jose Morales, on March 1, 1963 in Martinez, California. Makes Morbid Joke On Podcast About Having A Gun In His Mouth, Wendy Williams Grateful To Be Alive Following Rehab Issues, JK Rowling Receives 18 Million Payout Despite Mass Criticism From Activists Branding Her Transphobic, Gerard Butler Remembers Getting Acid On His Face Im Just Like Burning Alive, UFCs Jorge Masvidal BLASTS mini-ass midget Conor McGregor, Says Hes gonna end up snorting himself to death, 90 Day Fianc Spoilers: Colt Johnson Shows Off His Weight loss On Instagram, 90 Day Fianc Spoilers: Debbie Johnson Stuns In New Photo As She Shows Off Slimmer Figure, 90 Day Fianc Spoilers: Syngin Colchester Exposes Himself COMPLETELY On Instagram My Eyes! Maurice Benard (@mauricebenard) Instagram photos and videos mauricebenard Verified Follow 1,272 posts 309K followers 277 following Maurice Benard My book "Nothing General About It" is available now. She spent a lot of time with the actors kids, Cassidy, Cailey, and Joshua during her school breaks. Heather was a perfect addition to the Benard family and, according to them, was already great friends with their eldest daughter. Heather had looked at Paula and asked, Can I call you mom? Benard had to turn his head, because it was such an emotional moment. https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YKu6v5L_YVI/Wk0V8nBBoUI/AAAAAAAADoc/-jDUbcgq-Fc_AasgLyyLoLtuPjahreVogCLcBGAs/s640/MauriceB%2B%25282%2529.jpg, https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YKu6v5L_YVI/Wk0V8nBBoUI/AAAAAAAADoc/-jDUbcgq-Fc_AasgLyyLoLtuPjahreVogCLcBGAs/s72-c/MauriceB%2B%25282%2529.jpg, https://www.soapoperanews.net/2018/01/a-look-at-awesome-family-life-of.html. Carrie Underwood Loves Touring, But Her Mommy Guilt Is Real! He started the conversation be saying it was basically the first time he was stuck at home and been around them so much. Sonny (Maurice Benard) wishes he had done things differently. Especially since Heather has made him a grandfather! General Hospital actor Maurice Benard, 45, and his wife Paula recently added a fourth child to their family when they adopted Paula's 15-year-old younger sister. Today, we highlight Benard's awesome family life in pictures, check them out below! General Hospital news reports reveal Maurice and Heather tell an emotional story of their adoption journey. Eloise has made Maurice a first time grandfather and he couldnt be happier. I told Cailey, Whats up with Carlos? She goes, Youve got to get to know him. I said, Honey, its like six months. Then one day he started opening up and we started to figure out who the true Carlos was inside., More: Maurice Benard opens up about memoir, being bipolar, This isnt the first time weve heard of Carlos and Cailey from Benard; in 2016 he shared a photo of the couple on Twitter, wishing Carlos a happy birthday. Maurice Benard (born March 1, 1963) is an American actor. Use left arrow key to move back to the parent list. He is the son of Humberto Morales (father) and Martha Morales (mother). Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell) says Carly Spencer (Laura Wright)did this as revenge. No. Benard was born on March 1, 1963, in San Francisco, California, United States. Benard is a married man as of 2019. 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Share your thoughts in the comments section below,on ourFacebook,Instagram,Twitter, andPinterest! The couple both decided to adopt her when her mother passed away. . More: Maurice Benard becomes best-selling author. My name is Robyn. Maurice has three daughters with wife Paula: Cailey Sophia, born September 18, 1994, Cassidy Rose born April 8, 1999, Heather, who was adopted in 2008. Maurice's mother, Martha was a banker and his father, Humberto Morales was a superintendent of a bakery. He also starred in the independent film The Ghost and the Whale, executive produced by his wife Paula. Laura Wright Defends Cynthia Watros From Internet Hate, What Happened to Tracy Quartermaine on GENERAL HOSPITAL. Maurice Benard shared a video of his daughter Heather going up on stage as she has officially completed her army training. If you go to the link and click what appears to be an arrow to play a video, you will find that it is a still photo but the Luther Vandross song Dance With My Father plays. Joshua played a young Sonny Corinthos in an episode of General Hospital around a year or two ago. He was born Mauricio Jose Morales in Martinez, California to his parents Martha and Humberto Morales. All Rights Reserved. Heather has been away for five months learning basic and job training and Maurice acknowledges how much her husband Phil and daughter Eloise have missed her during that time. She was adopted in 2008 when she was 15 years old. Heather responded its stubbornness. It is not confirmed whether Maurice Benard has any related or not related siblings, or if he has attended any school or was educated by any means. GHs Chad Duell Dishes a Real Turkey of an Episode! Benard is married to his beautiful wife Paula Smith. General Hospital News, Spoilers, Exclusives and More Spilled Daily! Dont forget to visit The Go To Family for all of the latest travel news!. Im so glad that youre here.. Maurice Benards birth name is Mauricio Egor Morales. 2023 SheMedia, LLC. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. General Hospital (GH) Spoilers: Cody Clues Sasha In To Gladys Gambling Issues! As Heather Plans Her Big Finale, Willow Is Ready to Risk Her Very Life, Hunter King Ponders Her Future at Young & Restless and Beyond: 'I Feel So Excited for What's to Come'. Together they have 4 children; Cailey Sofia Benard born in September 1994, Cassidy Rose Benard born in April 1999 and their youngest, Joshua James Benard born in December 2004 and a fourth child via adoption, Heather Ann who was adopted in 2008 after the passing of her mother, Paula's sister. Maurice Benard has a cousin named Marvin Benard. Youll also get to meet a special extra guest at the end. In 2008, their family grew after they adopted Paula's 15-year-old sister Heather Ann Smith Benard. Nics Abasta has a degree in Development Communication. There were rumors that Benard was retiring from General Hospital. At the age of 22, Benard became diagnosed with bipolar disorder. "Your beauty is undeniable, your heart is immeasurable. Maurice Benard was mostly grown and raised in San Francisco in California. I remember a lot of, Really, youre doing that? I remember thinking, Im a kid and I know better., A post shared by Maurice Benard (@mauricebenard), Heather added that likely due to the trauma she experienced and gaps in her memory, she thankfully didnt recall being surrounded by drugs as a young girl but did remember being left alone by her biological mother quite a bit. For example, if someone tells her to be on time more than once, it gives her a lot of anxiety. His first air date on GH was August 13, 1993. (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({}); General Hospital Tea (GHT) brings together the best in daytime drama in one phenomenal online publication. Daytime Emmy Award winning Actor Maurice Benard joined the cast of General Hospital in the role of Sonny Corinthos in August 1993. He wanted to know what she saw as a child that made her think drugs were wrong while others in the family took that path. #loveyou #family #luthervandross #missyou #nothinggeneralaboutit. Maurices real name is Mauricio Jose Morales, or simply Mo for short. After the death of her sister, she decided to adopt her daughter. This time, he invited his daughter, Heather to join the conversation again. Esme Prince (Avery Kristen Pohl) will create more trouble when she tells Cameron Webber (William Lipton) that Trina Robinson (Sydney Mikayla) doesnt want Spencer Cassadine (Nicholas Chavez). General Hospital Spoilers: Willow Has To Face That Nina Is, General Hospital (GH) Comings And Goings: Taggert Returns,, General Hospital Spoilers: 3 Must-See GH Moments For The, General Hospital (GH) Spoilers: Gladys Tells Valentin The, General Hospital (GH) Spoilers: Olivia Makes Ned Choose, General Hospital Spoilers: Is Austin Secretly Related To, General Hospital (GH) Spoilers: Liz Takes Action To Help. He received the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2003 and became nominated in 1996, 1997, 2004, 2006, and 2011. Nina's excitement increased, and Sonny wanted a moment to bring his lady love back down to earth. Benards estimated net worth is $2 million. His father, Humberto Morales, worked in a bakery as a superintendent, and his mother, Martha Morales, worked in a bank. General Hospital Star Maurice Benard Opens Up About Daughters Adoption | MLRP News. The last time she was on, she was pregnant and actually had the baby not long after appearing on the show. His multi-cultural upbringing began in San Francisco, where he was born to parents from Nicaragua and San Salvador. Also, she said its a loyalty thing once you get into a relationship with someone, as well as a little bit of naivete because she hadnt really been there before. Following that, Maurice took up acting in numerous theatrical productions in the Bay area. Maurice shared the news of his daughter Heather's wedding with his followers on his Instagram Stories. Maurice Benards 2018 plus credited acting roles so far include more of the General Hospital series and a horror movie titled Nightmare Cinema, starring Mickey Rourke, Richard Chamberlain, Adam Godley, and others. Thank you Eloise Rose Andresen for jumpstarting my life .. He also began working with the National Mental Health Association (NMHA) on the Bipolar Disorder: Do You Know It? campaign to help educate Americans about the importance of recognizing the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder. They are the adoptive parents of Heather Ann, the daughter of Paulas sister, who joined them in 2008. Maurice Benard (@MauriceBenard) June 28, 2016 Cailey is Benard's eldest daughter; he and wife Paula also have Cassidy, 21, and Joshua, 15. Being alone kept me from that, and if I was around that, I would be a totally different person., Later in their chat, Benard teared up as he remembered a particularly poignant moment in their new family dynamic that came after the adoption papers were signed and Heather was legally his and Paulas daughter. Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem,4,People TV,1,People's Choice Awards,1,Perception,1,Performer of the Week,211,Podcast,5,Porky Pig,1,Port Charles,97,Pose,1,Power,54,Power Book II: Ghost,2,Pregnancies,13,Premiere,3,Pri,1,Prime Video,3,Primetime,1537,Primetime. Additionally, he has received many nominations for several Daytime Emmy awards for his role as Sonny Corinthos. Heather looked at Paula and said, Can I call you Mom? the GH legend recalled. At Sonny Corinthos' (Maurice Benard) penthouse, he found Nina on the phone freaking out over what was taking so long on the preliminary results from her cheek swap. Thats one proud papa! Soap Opera News: A Look at the Awesome Family Life of General Hospital's Maurice Benard! He is 59 years old. His role on the show was the fictionalized Sonny Corinthos, a manic depressive mobster King pin. At this point, Maurice Benard's name is all but synonymous with State of Mind, the YouTube series in which he and his guests discuss everything under the sun but mainly mental-health issues.So it probably wasn't a surprise to the General Hospital star that a fan suggested that he'd be "the next person that gets his own talk show on ABC The couple also adopted Smith's sister, Heather in 2008. Maurice Benards cousin Marvin Benard was a well-known Major League Baseball outfielder, but he retired. After all, Maurice Benards State of Mind is all about mental health. 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