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Maurice Benard Confirms He'll Stay on General Hospital

10/28/2025

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Maurice Benard confirmed he is not leaving General Hospital, where he has portrayed Sonny Corinthos since 1993.
He has about one year left on his contract and plans to retire around age 65.
On Richard Taite's podcast 'We’re Out of Time,' he addressed speculation about his future.
He described the emotional toll of portraying a bipolar character, which he also has, and the mental strain.

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Maurice Benard confirmed he is not leaving General Hospital, where he has portrayed Sonny Corinthos since 1993.
He has about one year left on his contract and plans to retire around age 65.
On Richard Taite's podcast 'We’re Out of Time,' he addressed speculation about his future.
He described the emotional toll of portraying a bipolar character, which he also has, and the mental strain.