General Hospital star Maurice Benard, (Sonny Corinthos) marked his wife Paula’s birthday with a sweet social media post, reminding fans once again how special she is to him. Read on to see what he said about her.
Young Love That Endured
On Wednesday, Maurice shared an Instagram photo of him and Paula. Actually, they looked cozy and loving. The couple, who married in 1990, built a nearly 40-year bond that carried them through both professional and personal milestones.
Then in his caption, he said:
It’s my wife’s birthday I met her when she was 16 we’ve been together almost 40 years sometimes you just find your soulmate the person who is there through thick and thin.
He went on to add, “I don’t really believe in coincidence. I believe it’s all meant to be. i’m very lucky to have met someone who is an angel from up above.”
Reactions From Friends & Colleagues
Friends and colleagues quickly joined in the celebration. Finola Hughes, who plays Anna Devane, commented, “Happy birthday gorgeous Paula.” Michelle Lundstrom, wife of Steve Burton, and actress Rena Sofer also chimed in with warm wishes and red heart emojis.
Of course, other GH followers also wished Paula many happy returns of the day. Here are a few of their responses:
- Happy birthday to your beautiful wife. I pray that all of her wishes come true and that God continues to bless her!
- You are blessed for sure! Happy birthday to @paulabenard Paula…hope your day is blessed.
- …she is the most humbled caring human being to me and everyone she surrounds and deserves to be appreciated today and always.
- Wishing you the happiest, healthiest birthday ever! Andrew & I love you!
Paula’s Place In Maurice’s Life
The real-life Sonny Corinthos seems very open about the role Paula plays in his life, both as his partner and supporter. In his memoir Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital, he detailed his struggles with mental illness and the challenges of overcoming a difficult upbringing.
And in the book, he praised his wife, Paula, who he explained, is a grounding force during his toughest battles. At home and at work, she’s been a collaborator and his closest confidante.
A Partnership That Survived Good & Bad
Over the years, Benard described Paula as his best friend, who shaped the man he is today. Together, they raised children while surviving the demands of Hollywood and the pressures of fame.
Do you love that despite struggling with anxiety, bipolar, and depression, that Paula stuck with Maurice Benard for about four decades? Sing out in the comments below, and remember to come back here often for all your General Hospital news and updates.