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GH’s Maurice Benard To Release Memoir Coming Spring of 2020

August 4, 2019

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Two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Maurice Benard is respected by his peers, a beloved member of the daytime community, and one of the most iconic stars of ABC’s General Hospital, where for over 25 years he has played mobster, Sonny Corinthos. Throughout that time, Maurice has been an advocate for mental illness and has been open about his struggles with bipolar disorder.

During his recent event at GH Fan Club Weekend, Maurice told the crowd in attendance that he has been working on his memoir. Now, Maurice is set to share his powerful personal story, the struggles, the ups and the downs, chronicling his life from childhood to the world of soaps, and more.

According to the Harper Collins website, the publisher of the memoir, Maurice’s book will become available on April 7th of 2020, but is now accepting pre-orders through their site.

Maurice’s memoir is titled Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital. According to the publisher’s official log lines: “Maurice looks back to his youth in a small town and his tenuous relationship with his father. He describes how his bipolar disorder began to surface in childhood, how he struggled to understand the jolting mood swings he experienced, and how a doctor finally saved his life. Maurice holds nothing back as he bravely talks about what it was like to be medicated and institutionalized, and of how he learned to manage his manic episodes while on the set of GH.”

The memoir also will speak of Benard’s family: his wife, Paula and their children. Harper Collins adds: “It’s an incredible love story about an enduring marriage that demonstrates what those vows—for better, for worse, in sickness and in health—truly mean. Maurice also pays tribute to the community that has been there for him through thick and thin. A shocking, riveting, and utterly candid memoir of love, adversity, and ultimately hope that offers insight and advice for everyone trying to cope with mental illness, and is a motivational story that offers lessons in perseverance—of the importance of believing in and fighting for yourself through the darkest times.”

This looks to be a powerful, must-read for fans of Benard’s, and anyone who has overcome adversity, and those who struggle, or know someone, who lives with mental illness.

So, will you be checking out Maurice’s memoir when it becomes available? Are you intrigued to know more about his personal and professional journey? Comment below.

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Timmm

It should be a good read. I always thought and heard a bit of his personal life was as volatile as Sonnys. I look forward to reading this book from a daytime legend!

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Barbara Jacobs

I am so looking forward to this book. Maurice has been so candid and open about his mental health issues and a great inspiration to so many w his State of Mind talks. This is one book I will certainly buy.

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Lisa

would LOVE to read his memoir

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Rodd

Absolutely!

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Donna

Looking forward to this.

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Kathleen Myers

Of course. Anxious to read the book. Already trying to pre order.

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CHERYL MARTIN

Yes I have been following Maurice for the 25 years he has been on daytime/night time TV.,I will definitely purchase his memoir but not until,we get closer the April 2020. Can’t wait!!!!

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49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Winners Circle (Photos)

June 25, 2022

Friday night at the 49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, the night’s big winners in daytime drama, talk shows and more, shared their first moments of their victories in the press room where they were greeted by the paparazzi, journalists and electronic media outlets from around the country.

Getting their first snaps with Emmy gold were General Hospital winners: Frank Valentini (Drama Series), Nicholas Alexander Chavez (Younger Performer), Jeff Kober (Supporting Actor), Kelly Thiebaud (Supporting Actress) along with Allison Reames Smith and Phideaux Xavier (Directing Drama Series).

Days of our Lives was represented with a win for Ron Carlivati and his writing team, while The Bold and the Beautiful long-running cast member, John McCook finally received the Lead Actor top prize, while The Young and the Restless’ Mishael Morgan made Daytime Emmy-history taking home the gold in the Lead Actress category. Talk show host, Tamron Hall celebrated her win as well.

Take a look at some of those moments in our ‘Winners Circle’ Photo gallery below.

Now, let us know, which of these winners were you most happy to see receive a gold statuette? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

DAYS head writer, Ron Carlivati took home his 3rd Daytime Emmy as DAYS took top writing honors.

B&B's John McCook finally takes home the gold for his portrayal of B&B's Eric Forrester.

A very happy and enthusiastic, Nicholas Alexander Chavez celebrates his first Emmy win for his role as GH's Spencer Cassadine in the Younger Performer category.

It was a big moment in the life of GH's Kelly Thiebaud (Britt), when she won the Outstanding Supporting Actress prize.

Nothing like a good villain! GH's Jeff Kober's name was called for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

Historic! Epic win! Y&R's Mishael Morgan became the first black actress to win the Lead Actress prize in the history of the Daytime Emmy Awards.

Tamron Hall won for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host!

GH directors Phideaux Xavier and Allison Reames Smith won gold with the Directing team of the series.

Drew Barrymore in the winners walk with GH, executive producer, Frank Valentini, shortly after she presented him with the Drama Series win for the ABC soap opera.

Photos: JPI

Days Of Our Lives

49th Annual Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals (Photos)

June 25, 2022

The 49th Annual Daytime Emmys were held on Friday night and for the first time since 2019 and the coronavirus pandemic, the event was live and the red carpet was back in full swing.

Many of your favorites from Days of our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful showed their glam side and celebrated being part of the genre with their own fashion statements. In addition, many notables from daytime talk shows, game shows and more were on-hand and also walked the carpet.

After the arrivals, the nominated guests, cast members, and colleagues went inside to the Pasadena Civic Auditorium for the presentation of the awards which were live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+. (Find out who won here)

Now below, check out some of the red carpet arrivals from daytime’s biggest night of the year.

Then, let us know, who do you think was the Best Dressed? Who looked most dashing? Which couple complimented each others look, well? Share your picks and thoughts via the comment section.

DAYS Camila Banus and husband, Marlon Aquino showstoppers on the red carpet.

GH favorite, Finola Hughes rooting on her castmates on Emmy night.

Sydney Mikayla reunited with her former GH co-stars, Nicholas Alexander Chavez and William Lipton.

Two-time Daytime Emmy winner, Tamara Braun (Ava, DAYS) does a twirl in orange.

B&B's Kimberlin Brown brings some glam.

ET and Daytime Emmy Awards co-host Nischelle Turner turns heads in blue.

DAYS bad girl, Emily O'Brien (Gwen) in floral colors - a good match for the Daytime Emmys step and repeat of yellow and blue.

'Likey' - Y&R's Christian LeBlanc and Tracey E. Bregman

Daytime icon, Susan Lucci in her first public appearance since the death of her husband, Helmut Huber.

Sleek and elegant, GH's Sofia Mattsson.

B&B's Diamond White took to the carpet with her own vibe.

Salem boyz: Brandon Barash, Carson Boatman and Rob Scott Wilson.

Y&R's Melody Thomas Scott with husband, B&B producer, Ed Scott.

DAYS Deidre Hall and Galen Gering traveled down the Emmys red carpet together.

Jordi Vilasuso with wife Caitlin - a dashing pair, indeed.

Marci Miller with her husband, Ryan, by her side.

The one and only Peter Bergman with wife, Mariellen.

B&B's Krista Allen brought superfan and good friend, Matt Hanvey to the Emmys.

Too cool for school - B&B's John McCook and wife Laurette.

Daytime Emmy winner, Greg Vaughan (Eric, DAYS) always red carpet ready.

Y&R's Conner Floyd hits the carpet.

B&B's Tanner Novlan in classic tux.

Former Days star, Lucas Adams brings a modern look to the carpet.

GH's Tanisha Harper brings it!

GH's Nancy Lee Grahn utilized the carpet to send a message about the Supreme Court's decision to strike down Roe vs Wade.

GH nominee, Laura Wright and her beau, Wes Ramsey (Ex-Peter). Quite the duo!

Y&R's Courtney Hope always an attention-getter on the carpet.

The amazing Cynthia Watros of General Hospital.

GH's Kelly Monaco looking beautiful on the carpet.

Two-time Daytime Emmy winner, and new mom, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood.

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49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards: General Hospital, B&B’s John McCook and Y&R’s Mishael Morgan Take Top Honors

June 25, 2022

Friday night, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences’ (NATAS) 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards were handed out in 15 categories on a live telecast on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. When the dust settled, it was ABC’s General Hospital who took the night’s top prize for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series.

This marks GH’s continued record-breaking number of wins in this category and brings it up to 15 victories for the iconic show, which is currently in its 59th year on the air. GH’s executive producer, Frank Valentini accepted the award on behalf of everyone connected with the show, when Drew Barrymore presented the final award of the night.

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The night also brought with it the historic win of The Young and the Restless’ Mishael Morgan (Amanda Sinclair). The actress became the first black actress in Daytime Emmy history to ever take home the Lead Actress Daytime Emmy. In the emotional highpoint of the evening, in terms of acceptance speeches and significance, Morgan spoke to the current generation breaking glass ceilings.

Morgan expressed: “We are breaking glass ceilings left right and center and I am so honored to be a vessel and to experience this moment. Everybody out there today, we can do this thing called equality and unity together.” In her speech, Mishael shared: “I was born on a tiny island in the Caribbean, and I’m now standing on an international stage and I am being honored regardless of the color of my skin, regardless of my passport, for being the best at what I do, Now there are little girls around the world and no matter what the industry, the vocation they can strive to be the best.”

Veteran actor, John McCook who has played Eric Forrrester on The Bold and the Beautiful for over 35 years, finally won his first ever Emmy after four previous nominations in the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.

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The Supporting Actor and Actress in a Drama Series trophies went to two standouts from General Hospital, Kelly Thiebaud (Britt) and Jeff Kober (Cyrus), while Nicholas Alexander Chavez (Spencer), added another mantle to the GH trophy case with his first win for Outstanding Younger Performer.

Days of our Lives writing team led by Ron Carlivati took home the gold for Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series, while GH won for Direction.

The biggest winner in terms of total gold belonged to The Kelly Clarkson Show. When all was said and done, between the Creative Arts ceremonies held last weekend, and last night, the talk show took home 7 awards including: Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show and Talk Show Host. General Hospital followed with five total wins for Daytime Emmys 2022.

The ceremonies featured DAYS Suzanne Rogers (Maggie) anchoring the Lifetime Achievement Award presentation to her longtime co-star John Aniston (Victor), who was not present, with the help of John’s daughter, Jennifer Aniston, who was seen on tape.

Susan Lucci (Ex-Erica, All My Children) made her first public appearance since the passing of her beloved husband, Helmut Huber and introduced the In Memoriam segment. Grammy-winner Michael Bolton performed his classic tune “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” during the tribute.

Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner were the hosts for the telecast, and with the overturning of the Supreme Court Roe vs. Wade decision on everyone’s mind last night, Turner gave a nod to how she and so many others felt, when Frazier told her how nice she looked in her dress. Nishcelle commented, “I chose this dress. It was my choice.” That moment received huge applause from the audience in attendance.

Check out the full winners circle list from last night’s 49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards below.

Then let us know, are you happy with the results? Who were you most thrilled to see take home an Emmy? What did you think of the telecast? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

Outstanding Daytime Drama Series

General Hospital

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama, Actress

Mishael Morgan, The Young and the Restless

Outstanding Lead Performance In A Daytime Drama, Actor

John McCook, The Bold and the Beautiful

Outstanding Supporting Performance, Actor, in a Daytime Drama

Jeff Kober, General Hospital

Outstanding Supporting Performance, Actress, in a Daytime Drama

Kelly Thiebaud, General Hospital

Outstanding Younger Performer in a Drama Series

Nicholas Chavez, General Hospital