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Is Maurice Benard left-handed?

August 12, 2026

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reliable evidence indicates that Maurice Benard is right-handed.

Status Right-handed

Confidence High

Last verified 2026-08-12

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Visual evidence from Maurice Benard's extensive acting career, particularly his role on General Hospital, and numerous public appearances and interviews, consistently shows him using his right hand for writing, gesturing, and interacting with objects.

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No — reliable evidence indicates that Maurice Benard is right-handed.

Maurice Benard is an American actor best known for his long-standing role as Sonny Corinthos on the ABC daytime soap opera General Hospital, a part he has played since 1993.

His portrayal of Sonny Corinthos, a mob boss with a complex personal life, has earned him widespread critical acclaim and several awards, including a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.

Beyond General Hospital, Benard has appeared in other television series and films, including his debut in All My Children. He is also an advocate for mental health awareness, openly discussing his own experiences with bipolar disorder.

Benard has authored a memoir titled 'Nothing General About It: How I Survived an Insane Asylum, Bipolar Disorder, and the Golden Age of TV' where he shares personal stories and insights into his life and career.

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