Maurice Benard
Keynote Speaker: Mental Health Advocate & Award-Winning Actor; Known for "General Hospital"; Host of "State of Mind with Maurice Benard"
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Maurice Benard Biography
Maurice Benard is known for his enduring role as mob boss Michael Sonny Corinthos Jr. on the ABC soap opera "General Hospital." Benard joined "General Hospital" as Sonny Corinthos, a character originally intended as a six-month guest arc. His portrayal led to the character becoming central to the show, establishing Sonny as a prominent figure in daytime television and soap opera history.
Prior to his work on "General Hospital," Benard built experience in theater and television. He began his career with modeling jobs in his early 20s before transitioning to acting in theatrical productions in the Bay Area. Benard played Nico Kelly in the ABC daytime soap opera "All My Children" and portrayed Desi Arnaz in the biographical television film "Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter." He also appeared in "Ruby," playing the role of a Cuban exile named Diego. Additional credits include "Mi Vida Loca," "Castle," "The Ghost and the Whale," "Nightmare Cinema," and a portrayal of John Gotti in "Victoria Gotti: My Father's Daughter," all while maintaining his role on "General Hospital."
Benard has received multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor and several Soap Opera Digest Awards. He has also earned a Prism Award and received nominations for the Latino Media Arts Award. Benard marked a significant milestone with his long-term portrayal of Sonny Corinthos on "General Hospital."
In addition to his acting career, Benard is recognized as a mental health advocate in the entertainment industry. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 22, Benard has openly discussed his experiences, including appearances on "The View," "Entertainment Tonight," and "Oprah." He has collaborated with the National Mental Health Association on the "Bipolar Disorder: Do You Know It?" campaign and received the Clifford W. Beers Award from Mental Health America for his advocacy.
Benard hosts "State of Mind with Maurice Benard," a mental health podcast focused on emotional wellness and resilience. He is also a New York Times bestselling author for his book "Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital." Through his work in television, film, and mental health advocacy, Benard has contributed to increased awareness and understanding of mental health challenges within the entertainment industry and beyond.
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Maurice will share his personal journey of being bipolar and how it’s impacted his life, his family, and his career. He will share the difficulties and the triumphs. But most of all, he wants to share hope of making it ok to be bipolar or any other mental struggle you may have or had. It’s long overdue.
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What topics does Maurice Benard speak about?
Maurice Benard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, Health & Wellness, Author, Actor, Non-Fiction Authors, Storytelling and Television & Film.
Where does Maurice Benard travel from?
Maurice Benard generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Maurice Benard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Mental Health, Health & Wellness and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Maurice Benard for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Maurice Benard generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tom Voss, Shannon Miller and Christian Navarro. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Maurice Benard for an upcoming event.
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Maurice Benard, Living with Bipolar, Raw & Real
Maurice will share his personal journey of being bipolar and how it’s impacted his life, his family, and his career. He will share the difficulties and the triumphs. But most of all, he wants to share hope of making it ok to be bipolar or any other mental struggle you may have or had. It’s long overdue.
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How do I book Maurice Benard to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Maurice Benard for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Maurice Benard, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Maurice Benard or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Maurice Benard for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Maurice Benard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Maurice Benard are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Maurice Benard, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Maurice Benard speak about?
Maurice Benard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, Health & Wellness, Author, Actor, Non-Fiction Authors, Storytelling and Television & Film. -
Where does Maurice Benard travel from?
Maurice Benard generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Maurice Benard?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Maurice Benard for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Maurice Benard for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Maurice Benard or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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