And on Sept. 24, the actor started his day with a heartfelt message of love to his better half on her big day. That’s just the way it is.”. In an effort to raise awareness about mental health, Maurice Benard hosts a weekly show on his YouTube channel. Thank you, sweetheart. Thank you Paula, for being one in a million. I’ve never seen her shine so bright, she was amazing. I am forever grateful to you, honey. “My first year of dating my unbelievably gorgeous wife. “29 years of a beautiful life… I love you always and forever!”, Today I think of the day I married a man who changed my life in so so many ways. The Benards truly are #couplegoals. “I just woke up and out of the blue it is my wife’s birthday,” he shared on Instagram. “I had to steal this from my daughter, Cailey,” he said of the awesome pic. I’ve never seen her shine so bright, she was amazing. — Everything You Need to Know About the Impeachment Preemptions, Nelle Is Nina’s Daughter on GENERAL HOSPITAL, What Happened to Chance on THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS, Bryan Craig Stars in an Inspirational New Movie, What Happened to Finn on GENERAL HOSPITAL, GENERAL HOSPITAL Preempted on February 10. Use right arrow key to move into submenus. Has three daughters with wife Paula: Cailey Sophia (b. “I just woke up and out of the blue it is my wife’s birthday,” he shared on Instagram. For more on your favorite GH stars, keep reading the ABC edition of Soaps In Depth magazine. Maurice Benard’s cousin Marvin Benard was a well-known Major League Baseb… Use left and right arrow keys to navigate between menu items. "Me and my beautiful wife out of Africa. 18th April 1999), Joshua James (b. General Hospital star Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos) recently performed an intimate wedding ceremony. For his portrayal, Mr. Benard received the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2003. Many of their friends and … ", "What can I say about my wife that I haven’t said 1000 times. Always.”, The couple is so strong that they even were able to work together on the movie The Ghost and the Whale, which Paula produced and in which Benard starred. My first year of dating my unbelievably gorgeous wife. Laura Wright and Wes Ramsey’s New Puppy Is the Cutest — See the Photos! “What happens when a young girl from Texas who lived a tumultuous life meets a low-riding bad boy from Martinez,” the actor shared on Instagram with a vintage pic of the couple in a romantic moment. Are the Soaps on Today? ", "What can I say about my wife that I haven’t said 1000 times. My first year of dating my unbelievably gorgeous wife. On 11th August 1990, Maurice Benard and Paula Smith got married, and they have four children. Congratulations to GENERAL HOSPITAL star Maurice Benard (Sonny) and his beautiful wife, Paula, who celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary on Aug. 11! @mauricebenard #truelove #34years #always&forever #myman, A post shared by Maurice Benard (@mauricebenard) on Aug 11, 2019 at 5:44am PDT. But I will say there’s been many times in my life where I didn’t have the belief in myself and she would always say, 'I know you can do it because you’re stronger than you know and I believe in you.' He briefly left the show for a year-long hiatus in December 1998. Thank you Paula. Maurice Benard’s Wedding Vows; Blissful Married Life! Happy Valentine’s Day, luv. "The fun has just begun!" This actor was only 27 years old when he tied the knot with Paula on August 11, 1990. “29 years of a beautiful life… Happy Anniversary, Paula.”, What happens when a young girl from Texas who lived a tumultuous life, meets A Low rideing bad boy from Martinez. The couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on August 11, 1990. Join Facebook to connect with Paula Smith and others you may know. I am forever grateful to you Honey ♥️. A moving portrait of actor Maurice Benard, relating how crucial his wife's support has been throughout his illness. He has been married to an actress and executive producer, Paula Smith. Love GH? — we know him almost as well as we do his General Hospital alter ego, Sonny Corinthos, aka the Teflon don. She is my wife, my love, my therapist, my acting coach, phenomenal mother to my children, my manager, and most important, my best friend. “So if we get in an argument, she likes us to not hold on to it,” he said. Daytime Emmy Award winning Actor Maurice Benard joined the cast of General Hospital in the role of Sonny Corinthos in August 1993. “General Hospital” star Maurice Benard details his battle with mental illness in his new memoir, recounting a manic episode so severe he believed Michael Jackson was singing about him. Over 30 years later, she’s like a fine wine. He gave me a family and together we learned what that truly means. But I really wanted her to do my State Of Mind on YouTube. Happy birthday, sweetheart. The husband-wife duo is blessed with four children; three daughters and a son. Check out some of their most romantic moments in the special photo gallery below! Dimitri Marick — Everything You Need to Know, What Happened to Kristina on GENERAL HOSPITAL, GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers 2/12/21: Sonny’s Funeral Begins, Alex Marick on GENERAL HOSPITAL — Everything You Need to Know, Disney TV Chairman Dana Walden Praises GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Success Handling COVID. The handsome actor recently took to his Twitter account to honor his on-screen wife, as Laura is celebrating 15 years on General Hospital. And that was enough to lift me up. Benard married Paula Smith on August 11, 1990. I love you". So much love, can't wait for the next 30 years #tbt #happynewyear", "To my beautiful wife, perfect mother, the angel of all our lives ❤️ #happymothersday", "Why is Jennifer Lawrence trying to come between me and my wife? ", "What can I say about my wife that I haven't said already? ♥️♥️", "My wife is always looking over my shoulder and the truth is, I wouldn’t want it any other way. Maurice Benard is married to a beautiful Paula Smith who is a producer and executive. Apparently even if he's a Mafia capo, father knows best. So much love, can't wait for the next 30 years #tbt #happynewyear", "To my beautiful wife, perfect mother, the angel of all our lives ❤️ #happymothersday", "Why is Jennifer Lawrence trying to come between me and my wife? He goes back 30-plus years with Maurice Benard (Sonny), who used to play AMC’s Nico, and can remember counseling him on whether or not to … Use left arrow key to move back to the parent list. “She likes to talk about why we’re arguing. They have constantly shown love for each other ever since, attracting the admiration of fans.The couple now has three children together. Take a look through the special gallery of photos below to see some of the other wonderful things Benard had to say about his beautiful wife! Chad Brannon Returns to GENERAL HOSPITAL! Chad Brannon Returns to GENERAL HOSPITAL! Today is our anniversary. View the profiles of people named Paula Smith. We’ve got an update on Sonny’s condition and what the future holds for Maurice Benard… 18th September 1994), Cassidy Rose (b. Are the Soaps on Today? — Everything You Need to Know About the Impeachment Preemptions, Nelle Is Nina’s Daughter on GENERAL HOSPITAL, What Happened to Chance on THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS, Bryan Craig Stars in an Inspirational New Movie, What Happened to Finn on GENERAL HOSPITAL, GENERAL HOSPITAL Preempted on February 10. “Sometimes in live you meet someone who is part of your life. happy anniversary Paula♥️, A post shared by Maurice Benard (@mauricebenard) on Aug 11, 2019 at 6:17am PDT, Paula also shared a montage of pics both recent and classic of her and her man from their 34 yeras together along with her own special anniversary message. Laura Wright and Wes Ramsey’s New Puppy Is the Cutest — See the Photos! Maurice Benard Opens up About Writing His Autobiography (EXCLUSIVE), Laura Wright Reveals How She Broke Her Foot, GH Alum Natalia Livingston Shares Beautiful Photos of Her Baby Girl, "The night that changed my life... Lady in green. Maybe not just sometimes, maybe a lot. I just finished a project without her I don’t know if I would’ve continued she is my wife my love my therapist my acting coach phenomenal mother to my children my manager most important my best friend God only knows where I’d be without U happy birthday sweetheart you make all our lives something to cherish ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️, A post shared by Maurice Benard (@mauricebenard) on Sep 24, 2018 at 12:51am PDT, In their nearly three decades of wedded bliss, the Benards have discovered the secret to a lasting marriage. Their first child, a girl whom they named Cailey Sofia was born on the 18th of September, 1994. Anybody who knows us knows this to be true. Sonny Corinthos has had more than his fair share of lovers on GENERAL HOSPITAL, but portrayer Maurice Benard has only one true love, and that is his beloved wife, Paula. Over 30 years later, she’s like a fine wine. I hate it! The couple exchanged vows on August 11, 1990, after eight years of dating and two years of being engaged. His wife Annabel Lee’s (Madeleine Hamer) disappearance and his subsequent exoneration creates a divided mystery among the town and moreover her bloodthirsty family. He briefly left the show for a year-long hiatus in December 1998. And on Sept. 24, the actor started his day with a heartfelt message of love to his better half on her big day. Situated on over four acres in prestigious De Luz, just outside of Temecula, California, the custom estate home features six bedroom, seven bathrooms, and over six thousand square feet of living space. Be sure to join our We Love General Hospital Facebook group to chat about all the latest storylines and juicy gossip! Who brought me from darkness to light, and from pain to happiness. Love GH? Thank you for saying yes and turning my darkness into light#love#marriage #soulmate #friendship#family #mbstateofmind", "Sometimes in life you meet someone who not only changes your life, but becomes your life. "Nothing better than being kissed by the most beautiful girl in the world... in Vegas!". 'General Hospital' (GH) find that star Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos) has nothing but love – and it’s the professional kind – for his co-star, Laura Wright (Carly Corinthos). He is married to a woman identified as Paula Smith and they have remained married for many years. Inside GH’s Maurice Benard’s Life And Relationship With Wife Paula Smith Calm, composed and always beaming a smile on his face, Maurice Bernard is an American actor who has become one of the most respected TV stars in the US. Thank you, sweetheart. At the age of 22, Maurice was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and he has since spoken for treatment of the disorder with Mental Health America. stuffed dog. Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos, General Hospital) and his real-life wife, Paula discuss their challenges as a couple. Maurice is currently married to his pretty wife named Paula Smith with whom he tied his knot on 11 th August of 1990. His own struggle with bipolar disorder was written into his on-screen storyline. 5th December 2004) and Heather Ann (adopted 20th April 2008). So we’re well aware of his great loves: acting, his menagerie, his family and especially… especially Paula, his wife of 30 years. Benard captioned this pic of himself andPaula with a "yummy!" But she’s helped me in that area and I think it helps. ♥️", "I had to steal this from my daughter Cailey. For his portrayal, Mr. Benard received the Emmy® Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2003. Use left and right arrow keys to navigate between menu items. “It was great because there was a hundred percent trust,” he confided.