Maurice Benard's Pets

​Maurice Benard is an American actor renowned for his portrayal of Sonny Corinthos on the ABC soap opera “General Hospital,” a role he has embodied since 1993. His performance has earned him three Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2003, 2019, and 2021. Prior to this, Benard played Nico Kelly on “All My Children” from 1987 to 1990.​[1][2][3]

In 1991, Benard portrayed Desi Arnaz in the television film “Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter.” On “General Hospital,” his character’s complex relationships involved significant collaborations with co-stars such as Laura Wright (Carly Corinthos), Steve Burton (Jason Morgan), and Vanessa Marcil (Brenda Barrett). In 2015, he appeared in the film “Joy” alongside Jennifer Lawrence and Robert De Niro. Benard also starred in the 2019 film “Victoria Gotti: My Father’s Daughter,” portraying John Gotti. Beyond acting, he hosts the mental health-focused podcast “State of Mind with Maurice Benard,” engaging in insightful discussions on various topics. [4][5][6]