General Hospital was on the verge of losing their beloved mobster, Sonny, after he narrowly survived an attempted assassination. The fans were left in a panic at the thought of not being able to see their favorite character on screen every day. But fear not, there are other ways to get your fix of Maurice Benard in action!
Before his role in Being the Ricardos, Maurice starred in Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter, portraying the Cuban bandleader who turned his tumultuous marriage into a successful sitcom. It wasn't all laughs and giggles, with cheating scandals and heartbreaking miscarriages adding a dark twist to their story.
Frances Fisher portrayed Lucy, bringing the iconic redhead to life on screen.
In Her Wicked Ways, Maurice played a cameraman named Steve caught in the middle of a dangerous game between Barbara Eden and Heather Locklear. Despite his limited role, Maurice's presence on screen was captivating, as he expertly pointed his camera and finger in suspenseful scenes.
And finally, viewers got to witness Maurice's versatility in portraying the infamous mafia don in Victoria Gotti's TV movie, My Father's Daughter. From mobster in Port Charles to the Teflon don of New York City, Maurice's performance as a cold-blooded father was both chilling and enthralling. So, if you're craving more of Maurice Benard's acting chops, Lifetime is the place to be!
