General Hospital’s Maurice Benard, well known around the nation and elsewhere as the iconic TV Mobster and family man, Sonny Corinthos, is never shy about the reality of living with mental illness, particularly Bi-polar Disorder and anxiety.
Right now our nation along with the entire globe, is dealing with these trying times that most of us never would have imagined happening. It’s hard enough on the day to day regular for people with anxiety to cope with every day issues. It may be especially difficult for such individuals to cope and keep their anxiety under control during these concerning times with the Covid-19/Corona Virus Pandemic.
General Hospital news reports Maurice Benard has announced via Instagram, that he will be doing Instagram and Facebook Live as much as he can while he and others are dealing with heightened anxiety at this sensitive time.
There is only so much stress and despair one person can handle and in the upcoming weeks, Port Charles mobster and family man, Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) will be approaching that point.
General Hospital spoilers reveal GH episodes on March 23rd-March 26th, Sonny will receive an urgent call and receive bad news. In multiple General Hospital rumors, there are claims the news has much to do with Sonny’s dad, Mike Corbin (Max Gail) as he takes a turn for the worse at Turning Woods. General Hospital rumors speculate Mike’s ultimate death could lead to a possible return got Sonny’s TV son, Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna).
General Hospital rumors suggest there is more trouble ahead for Sonny as Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) grows increasingly fearful for her children during this threatening time in Sonny’s organization. When replying to her daughter Joss Jack’s (Eden McCoy) question asking if she ever thinks about bailing (on Sonny), Carly tells Joss, “Yes, every minute of every day,” and the continues on by disclosing, “there is no staying to the bitter end for me…”
Carly makes is very clear to Josslyn that the love she has for her kids supersedes her love for Sonny. Carly goes on to imply she would do what she had to do (leave Sonny) if the climate was right to warrant such action.
General Hospital rumors indicate Sonny and Carly will begin to face major issues as the threat of danger increases as does Carly’s fear for the safety of her family. This will ultimately take it’s toll on Sonny. The pressures of Cyrus Renault, protecting his family, the condition of his father, and not having his wife, Carly, all in will weigh on Sonny. General Hospital rumors hint Sonny is headed for a breakdown. Certain life situations can trigger a breakdown or a manic episode and as it’s known, Sonny sufferers from Bi-polar Disorder. Will Carly be able to hang on to Sonny a little tighter once she sees what this all is doing to him?
General Hospital’s leading man, Maurice Benard, known to American households as mob boss Sonny Corinthos, is releasing a book about his life. Maurice has always been up front and open about many aspects of his personal life, including mental illness. He has brought great awareness to the topic and has contributed to the cause in many ways. Simply speaking out about his Bi-polar and manic depression has helped so many who are dealing with similar situations. In his upcoming book, Nothing General About It, Maurice dives into his life from the beginning- he gives his readers a look into his childhood, his relationship with his Father, and the development of his bi-polar diagnosis.
Maurice is living a blessed life with his family, friends, and cast mates who are like family itself. He has had an outstanding career as he has been on screen practically 5 days a week for the last almost 3 decades.
Nothing General About It will be released on April 7th, 2020. To pre-order click HERE!
